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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1897
Page
8
Owens and Williams offer home ownership help with loans and insurance. They advertise cheap rates, flexible terms, and a “New South” investment, urging readers to buy or sell property and join their estate business.
Numerous parcels and houses offered for sale or trade in Columbus townships and neighborhoods. Properties include cottages with wells and cisterns, 70s 80s and 90s acre farms, town lots in East Columbus, and a wood house on Cottage Avenue between Ninth and Tenth. Prices range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars with cash or trade terms.
In a sharp Victorian suspense scene Mr Jones learns John the trusted helper stole bonds. The detective exposes the plan to test Miss Peabody’s innocence, confirms John’s confession, and hints a visitor in Miss Peabody’s room with further twists to come.
The Chicago Record notes Mr McKinley’s skill in guiding office seekers toward the exit without affronting their sensibilities, a deft handling of political recruitment.
The Philadelphia Press argues President McKinley holds the decisive influence shaping the Cuban situation, noting the key fits the constraints affecting American citizens in Cuba.
The Salt Lake Herald lauds Hank Thurber as the greatest living example of a statesman, noting he remains out of office.
The Rochester Times reports that Congress is in session and Senator Foraker may unleash his fireworks at any moment, implying heightened tension or provocative rhetoric during proceedings.
The Salt Lake Herald notes that Foraker will be placed on the Senate Committee on the District of Columbia so he may oversee the fire alarms.
A Times-Herald note highlights Thomas B. Reed performing dual roles as umpire and official scorer, drawing attention to his combined duties in the game.
The Chicago Times-Herald notes John J. Ingalls uses the phrase my esteemed contemporary to refer to John L. Sullivan. The remark highlights a feud of notable boxing figures and echoes in press commentary.
A Boston Herald quips about President McKinley refusing to tolerate griping while joking that he would share his sugar pellets in homeopathic doses. The cartoonish remark frames political chatter with a light jab at cautious policymaking.
The Chicago Tribune notes that Bayard’s returned greetings are praised in London reports yet the real cause of joy in the United States is the mere fact of his return. The item reflects a diplomatic moment capturing public relief and optimism.
Secretary Sherman voices support for moving on the Cuban question, a stance seen as more encouraging than the prior standstill approach attributed to his predecessor, as reported by the Kansas City World.
The Davies murder trial opened this afternoon in Ind. A jury was secured within hours and proceedings began tonight. Joseph Davies shot George Landers in a saloon amid a dispute over Davies wife and alleged threats. Davies claims self defense stating Landers had stolen his wife and threatened his life.
Carson tells Canton he is back on the shelf and mourning lost glory while Canton answers with shared fatigue and a remark about an old story. Carson complains of his aching head and Canton notes his own shrunk spirits as the exchange ends.
Brazil on March 19 reports a newly found creature terrorizing Lewis township near Vel River. The animal is described as a wild dog half shepherd and half wolf, feared for depredations on farmers’ herds and neighborhood safety.
Greenburg Indiana reports the De Armond Hotel saloon closed after Deputy Revenue Collector Zacharias visited the establishment. The license was revoked in the name of Charles Ridgeway who soon after left the saloon with the license taken.
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