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Newspaper
Columbus Star
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1897
Page
1
Fever Plague Suppressed in New Orleans Edwards Case Update
Report from New Orleans shows 17 new fever cases with no deaths as the week closes. The tally at Edwards reaches 176 of 500, with several patients to be discharged. danger cited around Madison Street near the French Market amid ongoing efforts to contain the outbreak.
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Madison St
New Cases Rise by Twenty Three in Local Update
The report records twenty three new cases today bringing total to 176. There is one death today, raising cumulative deaths to seven. A new lawsuit is filed, Deer Mensur and Co. sue F M Steven and Co. on note for 321 with demand.
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Epwamps
Tod
S. 8
Noblin
Levy
Mary Sayler
Drumgood
Duke Askew
Caroline Brown
Sadie Martin
Lee Martin
Estis Harris
Eva Harris
Ethel Crister
W.M Champion
A. Harris
W. H. Harris
Waverly Birdsong
J. 3. Graves
Vpavenkott
G. W. Barber
J. Box
Marriage License Shifts for John Ellis and Bessie Henry
John Ellis and Bessie Henry obtain a marriage license. Also listed are licenses for Joan Bright and Katie Weddle. The notices reflect civil records of unions and applicants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ellis
Bessie Henry
Joan Bright
Katie Weddle
United States Minister Woodford's Madrid Arrival Sparks Talk
Madrid reports a sensational arrival of United States Minister Woodford from San Sebastian. The United States seeks mediation in the Cuban war with no time limit. Spain must accept terms or diplomatic relations may end and the minister recalled. Woodford declines comment beyond a satisfactory talk with the foreign minister while preparations protect his travels and residence in Madrid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madrid
United States
Woodford
Spain
Duke of Tetuan
Inquest Held Over Death Of Cy Moore
Coroner Coffey conducted an inquest yesterday into the death of Cy Moore of Ohio township who died suddenly on September 22. The evidence was taken in the office of Emmons & Co.
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Coffey
Cy Moore
Ohio Township
Seized Seine Stolen by Unknown Night Thief
The article notes that someone stole or carried away the seine from Joseph Gable's residence and returned it Sunday night without claiming the $25 reward offered by Mr. Gable. It also mentions Charles Spragg moving from Maple Grove to a new home on Tenth street and owning twenty vacant Maple Grove lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Gable
Gable
Charles Spragg
Maple Grove
Henry Schoonover
Tenth Street
Robert Gilliland Improves After Buggy Accident
Robert Gilliland of Haw Creek township between Hope and Hartsyde is improving rapidly after breaking his leg jumping from a buggy to quiet his horse a few days ago. His wife, who stayed in the buggy, was unharmed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Gilliland
Hawcreek Township
Hope
Hartsyde
Court convenes as Bartholomew grand jury sworn in
The Bartholomew circuit court was convened with the grand jury called and sworn in. Little business passed yesterday aside from docket calls and preparations for upcoming sessions.
Seymour Street Fair Promises Magnificence in Indian Territory
The Seymour Free Street Fair opened yesterday drawing thousands of visitors to Seymour. Locals expect the event to outshine any spectacle seen in Southern Indian Territory with crowds anticipated to attend and hire painters for next year’s city fair.
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Seymour
Typhoid and illness report from local residents
Miss Ina Titus on California street shows typhoid symptoms. Mrs. W. C. Duncan of Maple Grove is sick with lagrippe. Albert Woolley confined to his room with typhoid fever is somewhat better. Mrs. M. Lewis of Maple Grove is improving. Wm. Hamblen, long troubled by typhoid, is slowly improving.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ina Titus
California Street
Albert Woolley
Wm. Hamblen
Soraa5 at Go H. CUMMINS Headquarters for School Supplies
Headquarters at 406 Washington St. for Soraa5 Go and H. Cummins supplies. The item references school books and school supplies, with an address line, indicating a local vendor or storefront.
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Washington St
Lawhead Divorce Granted in Circuit Court
In circuit court yesterday Jane Lawhead was granted a divorce from Wm Lawhead. George W Kinney attended Seymour street fair. Fred Meyers John Suverkrup Geo Vorwald and Frank Shalte attended the Mission Feast at Jonesville Sun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Lawhead
Wm. Lawhead
Fred Meyers
John Suverkrup
Geo. Vorwald
Frank Shalte
Jonesville Sun
Horse Thief Union Parade in Columbus and Local Notables
The issue notes the Convocation of the Horse-Thief Detective Union in Columbus Indiana with a parade at 10:30 am and a 1 pm business meeting. It lists participants including Gov Mount and several locals, along with route details and an address at the Courthouse. Nearby items mention visitors from Springfield and community notices about crime, health, and missing horse recovery.
Austria Mediation Rumor Shocks Spain in U S Tension
A Madrid dispatch reports surprise and incredulity at Austrian mediation rumors between Spain and the United States during rising hostilities. Spaniards doubt Austria could act without naval powers or coordinated pacific action from several governments.
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Leapon
The
Standard
Madrid
Spain
United States
Austria
Mission Update Cables Request From Govern
More Administrative Officials report from Manpamp dated September 26. Capt. Ged Weyler cabled a request to the governor seeking guidance on immediate administrative actions and the next steps for regional coordination.
Indiana Mob Hangs Black Man in Broad Daylight
In Hawesville Kentucky on September 26 1909 Raymond Bushrod a Black man from Rockport Indiana was lynched in full view of eight hundred spectators near four churches after an assault on fourteen year old Maggie Roberts The mob stripped masked guards and publicly executed him by hanging from a courthouse yard limb without interference by authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie Roberts
Court House
Bushrod
Rockport
Ind
Brutal lynching in Hancock County after mob seizure
A traveler's family on the run is tied to a brutal assault on Maggie Roberts. A mob forms despite militia rumors and hangs Bushrod from a poplar in the court square after a confession and prayer. Townsfolk cheer as he is executed by a plow line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cannelton
Ind
Court Square
Hancock County
Bushrod
Doctor Ray to Wed Miss Allie Davis Amid City Ceremony
Dr. Ray of Indianapolis will wed Miss Allie Davis at the bride’s parents home on Third and Brown Streets Wednesday evening. The groom formerly practiced at the Central Hospital in Indianapolis and plans to reside in Fairland, Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Ray
Indianapolis
Allie Davis
Merly
Central Hospital
Fairland Ind
Honest advertising criticized by shopper at shoe store
A reader denounces firms that rely on false statements to lure customers and argues those who mislead deserve no trade. The letter mentions J A Newton's One Price Cash Shoe Store as a standard against underhanded competition.
College Notes from Columbus Students and Alumni
College Notes recounts Hanover College’s scenic Indiana setting with hills ravines and a waterfall. Clarence McCullough at Purdue pharmacy location in Lafayette invites Columbus friends. Fred G Wonner at Purdue studies mechanical engineering. Carl Loop, ex Y M C A director, visits Lebanon then joins Butler in the fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bilbiergs Pence
Hanover College
Indiana
Fred G Wonner
Purdue
Donner
Carl Loop
Leb
Loop
Butler
Boston Defeats Baltimore in National League Tilt
Thirty thousand spectators watched the game as Boston triumphed over Baltimore with a score of 19 to 10. Pain pills are advertised while political chatter warns of dodge on the silver issue in the New York Democrats. A fresh stock of envelopes in many colors is offered for sale.
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Boston
Baltimore
Jones
Popocratic Party
New York Democrats
Indiana Quail Tantalize Louisville Sports Men
Reports from Indiana near the Ohio River show abundant quail in stubble fields meadows and woods promising strong season prospects. Indiana opens November 15 to December 31 with a new law prohibiting sale or removal of quail and other game with a $1 fine per bird. the aim is to curb pot hunting and protect revenue for farmers and state game. Dove shooting in Southern and Western Kentucky is excellent with quail and squirrel populations up, according to Courier Journal reports.
Sunday Mission Feast at Price's Grave Near Jonesville
The Luthern Mission Feast held near Jonesville Sunday in Price's grave drew a large turnout from the German congregation. Among those listed were C Getsen and family Theo Fthring and family Henry Ehlers Theo Trantman Frank Scholle Geo Vorwoold Corarkiv chaefer Miss day Hulfmar a good girl to do housework, call at 1023 Mechanic street, 820 tf.
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