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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1897
Page
2
An Indiana editorial praises Governor Matthews for supporting a compulsory school law while urging a well crafted measure. It argues education should deepen life skills, suggests four years with six to nine month terms, and notes provisions for families in need. The piece advocates a top tier law in the Union.
Yestiday between noon and 1 pm James A Mount was inaugurated governor of the state of Indians. His inaugural address, though lengthy, covered vital topics and praised the role of building and loan associations while urging strict legal accountability to protect deposited funds. He also discussed reforms to the apportionment law.
An old advertisement advises owners to oil leather harnesses with Black Velvet to keep them supple and reduce replacement costs. It promises leather will look new with regular care and mentions availability by can and in bulk from a druggist vendor in Ludlum.
A campaign message pledges fair apportionment and justice for all under GOP control. It emphasizes honoring contributors and ensuring electors receive rightful recognition and treatment.
Philadelphia sportsmen chase deer in Clearfield County. a bear chases the guide to camp. His wife locks the bear inside, ties a dog to a pole, and drives the bear out with an ax, declaring they usually shoot but never run.
Early settlers in Bell County Texas noted old mines along the northeast mountains near Delton and Neolan Creek likely worked by Spaniards or Native peoples. Recent gold findings near Belton rekindled interest, with a group reportedly starting work and planning to ship ore to a smelter at Earl Pass after smelting, drawing local attention.
A New York Herald report describes a bold suitor in Central Park who tries to lure a demure woman into a trap. The woman questions him and asks about the fare to the art museum, then he speeds off in his flashy wagon after she hesitates.
The article explains how lighter oils such as benzine gasoline and kerosene come from crude oil and how even after distillation wax can resemble bee wax and be used in various industries. It describes refining steps from stills to sweeteners steam stills and final washing to remove impurities. Prices and local impacts in Whiting and Chicago are noted.
A biography of Linda Gilbert detailing how a Chicago girl born decades earlier befriended prisoners. She collected books, started jail libraries, and sent reading materials across states. Her work grew into a nationwide movement helping discharged inmates and expanding libraries in Chicago and New York facilities.
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