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Newspaper
Greencastle Star
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1881
Page
2
Just received inventory includes 25 cases of Bay View Tomatoes 20 cases of Elgin Corn and new California canned peaches apricots and white cherries plus a fine line of new products.
See a blaze of gems and watches with fine movements. Silverware, tea service, and bridal items fill the displays. Enchanting novelties in silver, bronze, and crystal promise gifts for brides and special occasions.</s>
A Greencastle Indiana issue notes new postmasters as a sign of growth and urges local business leaders to invest in manufacturing. It quotes Venon the weather prophet predicting a hot early June with cool spells, and discusses criticisms of a revised New Testament and Indiana tax law changes affecting express companies.
A contested amendment to Indiana tax law was printed in the enrolled act as though passed, prompting questions of responsibility after projected revenue losses of 30 000 to 50 000 benefiting Express Companies. Separate items recount courtroom drama and a Durango iron ore prospect, plus a Richmond machinist’s survival spree and a near falls incident in New Jersey.
A wide Indiana week notes fires at the Arcade flouring mill in Indianapolis. Fatal accidents include Edward Ferrell killed after a buggy incident in Lafayette and others near South Bend and Logansport. Reports detail mill and barn fires, a snake fossil find near Hope, and drug arrests requests. Weather and crop reports show wheat drought and pest damage while rail and canal incidents widen public danger.
The page lists varied snippets from local life including fairs, visits, weddings, and notable events. It notes Mrs. J. J. Smiley visiting Mattoon, D. L. Southard adding a verandah, a runaway horse incident, and preparations for Fourth of July celebrations. It mentions exploring officials, school matters, and a West Point Cadet nomination dispute.
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