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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1897
Page
2
City editor Chas A Turpin records message at the Columbus Postoffice indicating second class matter designation for the publication.
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Colder fair weather today. The piece mentions justice for Jackson and Walling after their execution. The tone shifts to hope for Easter Sunday and Jesus Christ’s birthday anniversary.
The farmer Governor Jones A. Mount of Indiana attracts favorable attention for firmness and independence. He vetoed a back pay bill for county treasurers and spiked a Wolf Lake harbor proposal after a brief confrontation. He plans to appoint Republicans who will keep current superintendents, challenging political machines and reshaping Indiana’s state hospital governance.
Ernst Stantuurn & Co. Druggists of Columbus Indiana advertises Bine Time Expectorant and One Minute Cough Cure along with many brands and family names. The notice catalogs numerous brands and family names in an extensive retail listing.
James A. Mount, praised for his simple democratic style, rises early, works long hours at the capitol, and treats all visitors alike while farmers gain from his efforts to lift the stigma of populism. The New York Sun notes his unsentimental leadership and steady approach.
The notice states daily publication of ballots for the prize wheel and sets a five o'clock deadline for ballots to be received at the office. Ballots arriving after five will count for the following day.
Classified ad offers a bicycle for ten dollars with half down and rest on time. It instructs inquiries to be made at the office and mentions City Steam Laundry and Lowe Bros as sponsors.
Francis Whittington filed a circuit court suit against Samuel Weaver and others to quiet title. James F. Cox is attorney for the plaintiff.
Laundry service by phone for callouts and delivery announced by Guy Steam Laundry at Lower Brothers 129tf offering convenient at home cleaning and garment care.
The Star reports votes for the most popular lady in Columbus for the prize wheel up to 5 o'clock last night. The vote total will be updated daily and published up to five o'clock each day, with the summer Seward special ride offered.
John Graham praised as America's leading athletic trainer guiding Harvard Princeton and Columbia alumni. He cites Paine's celery compound as a remedy for weakness overwork and nervous exhaustion while noting Prof. Edward Phelps helped develop the formula and widespread medical endorsement.
Local items from Nelsonsville and Cross Roads cover church services by Rev B F Martin and Rev Henry Griffin in April at Beck’s Grove and Pikes Peak. School exams led by J A Taylor at Beck’s Grove. town talk includes Miss Mert Manuel as Star subscriber and residents moving to Free town. Narrative scraps mention social events and light local gossip.
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