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Newspaper
Bluffton Banner
Location
Bluffton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1893
Page
6
Authorities in Kendallville Ind and Noble County Ind Press claim a Midwest gang, led by Connors and others, planned the Keesler railroad heist. Eva Flint, said to shuttle funds to Chicago, faces intensified scrutiny while prosecutors prepare evidence for possible conviction.
The Board of Trade honored Thomas Barrett with a gold medal for disarming a maniac during a shooting incident in the gallery. Henry Odlum received a 300 gift in recognition of his aid in the capture and both were praised in the presentation ceremony.
In West Chester Pennsylvania three Irey brothers perished in separate incidents. John Irey aged 78, a former county commissioner, fell into a sixty foot well and died instantly near Nantmeal. Benjamin Irey, once Chester County Sheriff, was killed by a passing train at Hazer while serving a summons. Samuel Irey died after breaking his neck in Nantmeal woods. his body was found after hours of search.
Dr. Baker of the State Board of Health has studied consumption and urged placing it on the list of communicable diseases. The board decreed this and will treat consumption as communicable, enforcing quarantine regulations.
A Georgetown Kentucky family suffers a fatal accident as a 3-year-old boy lights a match in an empty ice house. The flame ignites straw, trapping him in flames. his sister escapes, the mother arrives too late, and the child dies after great agony.
A disastrous blaze consumed the only hotel at Sulli van, forcing two families to lose all household goods. No cause is identified. investigators consider arson by enemies of owner Mr Meyers as a possible motive.
During funeral rites for Mrs Bow at Kingston Wisconsin a building collapse sent about 100 people into the cellar. Mrs Van Burg died from her injuries with about one third of those involved also injured.
Report in religious circles states a daughter of Prof Briggs of Union Theological Seminary plans to enter the New York Training School for Deaconesses. Prof Briggs makes no denial. The institution belongs to the Protestant Episcopal faith.
Priests across France have been ordered to perform a one month stint with the army reserves. Their temporary leave from parish duties is being publicly announced in church publications.
Mrs Amanda Perrin of Columbus Ohio slipped on a banana pooling at Central Market and fell to the sidewalk sustaining injuries believed to be fatal.
Two valuable stallions owned by Dr. C. L. Thudhcum of Haddonfield New Jersey recently fought after being placed in the same field by accident. The duel ended with one horse killed or fatally injured while the other collapsed. the victor then throttled the other by the throat and dragged him away.
H B Ledyard of Detroit, president of Michigan Central, confirms reports that several railway employees are armed with Winchester rifles. He notes express car crews on the line are armed as a precaution against robberies, urging railroad officials to address the issue.
During the Jackson State event at the State Building crowd trouble erupted as spectators surged forward and women fainted. Harrison shouted for calm and moved to aid a fainting woman, with Gov. Matthews and others assisting amid ambulances arriving.
Reports from Crystal Falls Michigan say a cave-in at Mansfield mine seven miles east entombed forty five miners. The main shaft extends under the Michigamme River and flood water reached the mine within two hours, leaving twenty eight dead and fifteen escapees. Corrigan Ives Co of Cleveland operates the Schlesinger group mine.
Delphi Indiana reports the return of John Turpie brother of Senator vid Turpie presumed dead for decades. He finds only three brothers alive, one in Washington, one in Kansas City, and Robert at the old homestead. Turpie’s life included ox-train travel to Oregon, years with Indians, and a Pacific coast sailor stint before settling in Astoria.
Samuel G. Stoddart, a 45 year old Carnegie Steel car accountant, shot his wife in bed then killed himself with a bull dog revolver. Insanity fueled by religious quarrels over education and business woes, including a 15 percent salary reduction, preceded the tragedy. He left behind seven children, eldest a 15 year old daughter.
A Rio Janeiro dispatch reports the American minister has ordered the Charleston to guard barges from seizure by revolting forces. Washington is urged to protest bombardment and protect civilians and property, with efforts to prevent further destruction.
A chaotic fire at Culwayra Sunwalks disrupted a worship service. People rushed for exits as the rabbi warned there was no fire. After about fifteen minutes responders regained control and evacuated worshippers.
The text notes 100 men wounded in a rush and mentions plans for a visit to Cleveland for the World's Exposition. It references a President’s reception and a formal letter about a fee. It also covers Emperor William and Emperor Francis Joseph arriving at Hetzendorf and Schoenbrunn for deer hunting after a rainstorm.
News arrives that the north bound passenger train between Scranton and Bellefontaine has been ditched. Two or three killed and many injured. A wrecking train and surgeons have been sent. This marks the second derailment attempt at this location.
The Tiffin Agricultural Works in Tiffin Ohio has fallen under the control of receiver Charles J Yingling a prominent goods merchant. The company holds a large stock of manufactured goods but cannot convert it to cash though its financial condition is otherwise sound. No assets and liabilities statement has been issued.
Rome reports a growing rift between King Humbert and the Vatican. The Pope refuses to recognize the king's right to nominate a Venice patriarch, prompting the Italian ministry to refuse exequatur to all pope nominated at the last consistory.
In Denison Texas an alleged conspiracy to rescue Henry Starr and Kid Ilson imprisoned at Fort Smith for robbery and murder is reported. Mrs Starr is said to have offered the Dyer gang a large reward to effect the escape.
Grand Master Sargent of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen reports a telegram from Cincinnati firemen's committee stating Big Four employees rejected a strike and the lingering trouble is settled.
Daniel Hartman marshal of Crest Line Ohio was shot by a three man tramp group when he approached them. Hartman was hit in the head and remains unconscious as the assailants fled the scene.
Consul General Edwards in Berlin reports the German Minister of War has ordered military authorities to use Indian corn mixed with oats in army horse rations. The policy is expected to drive heavy imports of American corn.
A dangerous individual tried to enter the White House the other morning claiming Cleveland as his father and intent on seizing the presidency. He struggled violently when taken into custody.
A tug named Mystic caught fire off Sault Ste Marie Michigan while surveyors aboard escaped unharmed. The vessel burned to the water's edge and was owned by B. B. Moiles of Saginaw Michigan.
The Rev H D Webster was found guilty of gross immorality after a Baptist ministers trial in Hart Michigan and suspended from the ministry. The case proceeds from a formal church proceeding with Webster already on trial prior to the decision.
In Brunswick Georgia about twenty yellow fever cases are reported with one death, that of Mrs. J. R. Mullin. Surgeon Fagel says outlook is favorable for a large increase in cases.
At Indianapolis Robert T Hunt a sign painter shot his wife in the head then killed himself with a pistol. Both are mortally wounded and are considered to die. Police report a double suicide attempt in the domestic tragedy.
The W. G. Fisher Safe and Range Company of Kokomo Indiana has re signed with liabilities listed at about forty thousand dollars.
Government troops in Santa Fe defeated revolutionists after two days of fighting in Buenos Ayres special report. The victory ends the uprising with no immediate casualty details provided.
In editorial letters and essays the tariff debate centers on McKinleyism. Opponents challenge claimed American tin plate gains and argue duties hurt canning and farming sectors while stressing domestic unemployment and wage effects.
The New York World editorializes on endless pension demands from Civil War veterans and their heirs. It condemns expanding pensions, notes costs to the Treasury, and laments the diminishing patriotic motive among veterans while blaming the Grand Army for perceived mendicancy.
Gov Matthews and Ex President Harris address crowds at the Indiana celebration in Chicago. Excursion trains from across Indiana pour into the city as the State building hosts foreign commissioners and a Fort Wayne band leads the event. Speakers and Governor Matthews’ staff attend.
Indiana celebrated with a Governor Matthews led program featuring General Lew Wallace ex Secretary of the Navy James Whitcomb Riley and Benjamin Harrison among dignitaries. The day included a Fort Wayne Band concert a Chinese pagoda firework display and a late Indiana illumination. James Whitcomb Riley and Uncle Dick Thompson praised Indiana’s prospects. Senator Voorhees missed the event with Iowa replacing him on the program.
Notes cover diverse items from 1890s era including the Fernwood schooner sending two men off Brad Bradley, Secretary Gresham health trip to California, Willie Reeves a 13 year old jockey killed by a horse, Austro Hungarian secret society activity, a Logan statue model chosen for Iowa Circle in Washington, Lehman Brothers circus train riot near Waco with three fatally hurt, Archbishop Hennessy urging parochial school attendance, Henry T Purpy suicide in Spokane after foot amputation, Surron and Becker indicted for forging warehouse receipts, Marion County Indiana tax payment request for Iron Hall, assessment at 600000, P F Faison US agent ends Choc taw Nation troubles and troops deemed unnecessary.
The article notes several Indiana items including natural gas strikes near Charleston and the restart of the Goshen and Elkhart Implement Company, with other reports of accidents, arrests, and local factory reopenings. It highlights a range of incidents from fires, train wrecks, and criminal cases to official actions and notable deaths.
A fragment mentions bangers of the teat, not growing, raising corn for cage grain gamblers, highlighting unclear agricultural notes and local mentions without full context.
The Senate faced friction as Senator Stewart attacked President Cleveland over perceived pressure on legislation. House and Senate debated the federal election law repeal, with clashes among Dubois, Mitchell, Chandler and others. Quorums failed repeatedly and progress was limited amid partisan contention.
A garbled list shows historical figures and quirks such as Voltaire fearing the dark, Voltaire surprised by candles, and Twain liking cats named Satan and Sin. The text pairs names with odd pastimes and personal traits, including Erasmus feverish from smell, Aristotle seaside strolls, and Alexander the Great’s animal cruelty, though many fragments are corrupt.
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