20 Feb 1895
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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1895
Page
1
Senator VoorHEES committee on Finance urges free and unlimited silver coinage. The Legislative caucus may reconsider its action on control of state institutions.
The Tur Nicholson bill, now with the local option feature removed, is likely to attract little opposition.
Lawmakers are urged to act quickly on a resolution calling for choosing United States Senators by popular vote. The motion seeks direct transfer of senatorial selection from state legislature to voters.
The document describes a dramatic loss of vitality for the National Democratic Congress, depicting it as a national scourge that many hope will end its existence promptly.
The joint caucus of the Indiana Legislature settles a salary system for county officers, endorsing a plan. The piece notes preference for the fee system advocated by Senator Cranor as a more favorable approach.
The Republican legislative caucus rejects a bid to revisit placing appointing authority in the hands of a board. The vote was 44 to 18.
Governor Matthews says he would not accept the Mexican mission if tendered him and implies the offer aims to sidetrack his presidential prospects.
A British lawmaker moves to abolish the poll tax and observers favor passage. The tax was expected to affect only a small percent of eligible payers.
The bond bill aimed at implementing President Cleveland's recommendations failed in the National House of Representatives on Thursday. The measure was not advanced to the third reading after a 167 to 120 vote against it.
Birt Fxowise has tendered his resignation as monument commissioner. The Indianapolis Journal shows evident sorrow and strong emotion over the departure, with its tone reflecting open disappointment.
The prize fighting bill passed the Lower House by a unanimous vote. It punishes prize fighting with a term in the penitentiary and defines the offense clearly. Principals seconds and spectators are made equally liable under the measure.
Cleveland secret financial contract with London bankers revealed as a mortgage on future U S bond issues. Republican members of Congress withheld support for the bill authorizing it.
The apportionment bill is likely to pass both chambers today under a suspension of the rules. The Congressional apportionment committee has a Thursday deadline to report. This development signals steady progress.
Governor Matthews discusses appealing to the Supreme Court over the appointment of boards governing state institutions. In contrast Governor Hovey did not pursue such action after the appointing power was removed by a Democratic legislature.
A fresh slate of men is sought for the Democratic ticket in the state for 1896. An official announcement from party leaders signals aggressive recruiting and a scramble among lesser politicians to secure positions.
Goverson Matthews tried to push a Senate plan to refer the probe of Superintendent Johnson at the Home for Feeble Minded in Ft Wayne to a whitewashing committee. His own party members opposed the move and defeated it.
Col Eli Lilly and William Fortune retire from President and Secretary posts at the Indianapolis Commercial Club. The note highlights their efforts behind the club’s great success and credits the organization with unprecedented service to Indianapolis.
By his partisan course the governor nearly forced the Republican caucus to act on appointing boards for state institutions. If control is to be partisan, would it not be better in Republican hands rather than the opposition.
The Tue Ft. Wayne Journal accused newer Republican city officials of bribes and crimes, prompting $150,000 damages suits. The newspaper now admits its statements were false and retracts the accusations.
The Indianapolis News dedicated nearly two columns to harsh critique of James E. Watson and William Fortune. The editorial argues the two young Hoosiers will contribute more to Indiana and Indianapolis than the News staff ever has or will.
Reported efforts by supporters of Gil Shanklin and William Dogfennel Bynum to secure the Mexican Mission seat left by the death of Isaac Posey Gray. Observers say the appointment will wait until after Congress adjourns and neither man is certain to be named.
A State Senate resolution calls for a full accounting of the Indiana School Book Company to determine if it profits from the public and proposes the possibility of enacting a law to make school books free.
The Indianapolis Journal faces a $25 000 damages suit after criticizing Julia Marlowe Taber's burlesque. The piece argues theater crowds should back the Journal for exposing rotten shows and condemns traveling frauds prey on the public.
State legislatures should regulate sleeping car fares and abolish porter tips, writes Axumuen, arguing current rates and tipping profit undermine travelers and proper lodging. A legislative move is urged to remove this nuisance and lower travel costs for the public.
A minority faction of Democrats is accused of stalling the session by pursuing minor issues. The Republican majority is urged to cut them off to prevent wasted time and ensure needed legislation receives attention.
The passage warns the fire insurance monopoly exploits public protection and pleads for legislative regulation within two years to end unrestrained privilege and stop excessive charges.
The Republican Legislature, aligned with its party platform, critics say has removed appointing authority from the Governor. The Governor’s refusal to accept continued partisan control leaves the legislature with no option but to relieve him of that responsibility.
Reports indicate Governor Matthews could be named to fill the ministerial vacancy created by the death of the serving minister. The development prompts speculation about cabinet reshuffles and regional leadership implications.
Gray Indiana already has a second class mission Minister Den by at China causing doubt on a Mexican Mission to the state. The appointment of Mr Gray stemmed from special political reasons not applying to other Democrats or the state. Matthews is considered far better than any other Democrat discussed for the post.
The Examiner denounces a recent Republican candidate being seated in the State Legislature and questions the paper’s morality for criticizing such acts while it aided partisan removals. It recalls John M. Clayton’s Arkansas murder tied to testimony and Den Voorhees’ claims as a soldier’s friend.
Representative Statesman's bill for Congressional apportionment of the State is fair and should pass without GOP opposition. It creates compact districts near the population average of 168,646 per district from 1890 census, with seven districts within 2,000 of the average and balanced party results in a 1892 vote. Fayette county moves to the Fifth district under the plan, and no gerrymander claim can hold against it.
Attendance was light at the fair meeting due to cold weather. Debate shows support for relocating grounds for larger space, while some prefer existing site for cheaper improvements near the city. Stockholders will decide location at final organization. committee to reconvene next Saturday to push subscriptions.
Isaac P. Gray former Indiana governor and Civil War colonel died in his sleeping berth in Mexico City after double pneumonia set in during a journey from Washington to his post. Gray had earlier served as 117th Indiana Infantry commander and sought Congress in 1866 but lost to George W. Julian.
Isaac Pusey Gray shifted from Republican to Liberal Republican to Democrat, serving in the Indiana State Senate, seeking national nominations, and finally becoming Lieutenant Governor and Governor. His career featured reformminded moves and Machiavellian public tactics, ending with a noted personal life described as honest though political methods were shrewd.
A grand record describes Zoa Phora as a remedy for diseases peculiar to women. The notice invites readers to ask their druggist for a Zoa Phora Medical Book for women and lists Ward Jemison and A. M. Andrews as sellers.
A St Louis Globe Democrat report recounts three Tennessee youths who drank essence of cinnamon sold in 15 cent vials. They became violent and delirious for hours, danced and sang, then suffered three days before recovering, leading to a vow to avoid any cinnamon drunks.
A London Standard description announces a forthcoming device called a baby washer. The machine purportedly swaddles the infant in a cogwheel driven process with electric attachments, a plate glass compartment, and automated features including mouth nourishment delivery and grooming actions. The sensational description depicts a child nursed, washed, and groomed through mechanical stages with various accessories and a toy monkey assist.
A near fatal wreck on West Hill last evening involved 15 year old Willie Goebler colliding with a horse driven by Charles Schultz. Goebler suffered multiple injuries including broken ribs and scalp wounds requiring stitches. He remains confined for weeks.
Advertisement for Zoa Phora sold by Ward Jemison and A M Andrews. The copy touts the remedy as superior for female complaints and promotes its availability through the listed merchants.
Joshua Chitwood and others transfer to Mary S Pepper in Frybarger’s addition for 300 dollars. Robert Saxon and wife sell 13.5 acres in Fairview township to John M Culbertson for 337.50 dollars. Charles M Reed and wife sell 37 acres in the county to Eugene B Rees for 1800 dollars. Andrew Moffett transfers county land to Robert Saxon for 280 dollars.
Waterloo schools plan a joint entertainment at Robinson's chapel honoring Washington's Birthday next Friday afternoon. Rey's Tevis and Miller will attend and deliver addresses. An enjoyable time is anticipated.
Patrick McCarty was fined $10.05 by Mayor Frost and stayed his sentence. John Meyers paid a $9.80 fine to the Mayor.
John Tilton a well known Fayette county resident died at his Nulltown home last night after a chronic illness. Born in Kentucky about sixty years ago he moved to the county at eighteen and built a comfortable farm. A Democrat active in local affairs he was generous and widely loved. Funeral Wednesday at 10 am from his home under Odd Fellows auspices with burial in Columbia cemetery.
The ad extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the genuine merit for health claiming it purifies blood and strengthens the body. It asserts perfect health comes from pure blood and that the remedy expels taints such as scrofula and salts rheum while building overall strength.
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