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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1897
Page
2
The notice lists word rates for various ad durations including weekly daily and weekly ads with prices from one month to one year. It notes a one cent per word base for first insertion and half cent per word for additional insertions, with black letter locals at two cents per word per insertion and special rates for large contracts. It warns yearly contracts not carried to expiration are charged monthly at listed rates.
Authorities predict the Mexican president will announce radical currency policy changes in the near future. The discussion centers on potential reforms that could affect exchange rates and monetary management.
Seven new yellow fever cases surface in New Orleans linked to a case from Ocean Springs. The city recalls Tampa and Memphis deaths and prays for an end to the epidemic.
A Columbus city editorial urges residents to improve cleanliness to curb contagious diseases like diphtheria and typhoid. It argues sewerage and water may contribute but citizen diligence is essential, warning of legal enforcement and graves in local cemeteries if ignored.
A nearby Stak office faces criticism for a newspaper hog who holds up later bills and denies ordering papers. The author laments this nuisance as rare yet morally repugnant in a plea for accountability.
The Herald endorses a city street fair next year, stating editorial support that the event would place the city on the right track and thanking contributors for the push.
Local society column lists Mrs W R Thomas and Mrs Jennie Wartz of LaFayette visiting Jas Faulkner and wife, several friends traveling to Indianapolis, Madison, Franklin, and Terrill Texas, plus numerous visits by Misses and Mrs members to various cities. A Bureau of Ethnology figure F D Hodge reports relics on the Enchanted Mesa in New Mexico.
Rumors claim Buffalo could join the Western League as Grand Rapids exits after a season. Manager Watkins doubts the change but would welcome Buffalo’s move. Umpire Wolfe criticized by Watkins after Sunday's Louisville game. Beville and Kellum praised by the manager. Local notes mention Mr. and Mrs. Huffman and Miss Fannie Weiss with Indianapolis fair attendance and a September 99.9 F Louisville heat record.
This morning the Star begins its semi weekly publication on Tuesdays and Fridays priced at $1.00 per year. An accompanying offer combines one year of the Star with any one of the papers listed for $1.25 when payment is included with the order. The papers named are the Twice a Week Courier Journal The Indianapolis Journal and The Indianapolis Sentinel.
At Hazelton Pennsylvania residents express bitter anger toward the sheriff and deputies after many miners were shot. Evidence suggests the lawmen acted hastily with their winchesters while miners were unarmed, raising fears of a serious outburst.
A feature piece from the Sentinel highlights strong economic growth and optimism, reporting rising employment, business investments, and consumer confidence across the state. The article emphasizes for readers the perceived era of prosperity and planned public projects.
The Herald defends its fairness and independence while criticizing rival Star for endorsing positions aligned with competitors. The Star has repeatedly advocated holding a position, prompting debate over editorial neutrality.
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