Republican State Platform Endorses Harrison Policy
Harurrisure Pa Aug 19 The Pennsylvania Republican platform congratulates President Harrison s administration for enforcing federal laws and protecting American institutions It praises Jehu Wapamaker and a Pennsylvania diplomat for elevating U S diplomacy and trade It endorses McKinley tariff expansion bi metal monetary policy and pension legislation It calls for constitutional amendment on taxes and education reform while criticizing Governor Pattison and noting a rumored political combine within the party
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Harurissure
Republican Party of
Pennsylvania
Harrison
Post Office Department
Jeen Wapamaker
Commonwealth
State Department
United States
James G. Bisine
Maine
Pattison
Philadelphia
Soccess
Gregg
Price
Committee On Platform
Rovbrick
Lancaster
Cameron
Jim Ray cave near Bloomfield Greene county Indiana
A reported three mile exploration of a limestone cave known as Jim Ray cave near Bloomfield owned by George Fry reveals streams and relics possibly linked to the Murrell gang. A lead ore prospecting party also operates in Greene county while further exploration is planned. In New York the Wheat market rumor mill questions broker B P Hutchinson about wealth from wheat trades, which he denies.
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Ind
Greene County
George Fry
Bloomfield
Jim Ray
John Murrell
Murrells
Jim Ray Cave
Alliance and Labor Conference Endorses O Calla Demands
The Farmers Alliance convened in Riczuono Virginia on August 20 with four delegates elected to the national body in Indianapolis. The O Calla demands were debated and the sub treasury plan discussed at length. The convention favored endorsing the O Calla platform while opposing a third party ticket in the South. Separately in Lancaster Pennsylvania the Federation of Labor elected officers led by C A Miller with meetings set for Chester, and declared opposition to affiliating with political parties or recognizing the socialist, labor party or farmers alliance.
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Riczuono
State Farmers’ Alliance
National Alliance
Indianapolis
South
Texas State Alliance
Seasion
Dallas
Robert Beverely
United States
John Daniel
Lancaster
Federation of Labor
Chas. A. Miller
Harrisburg
John H. Driver
Philadelphia
Geo. G. Ulrich
W. A. Johnson
Panxsutawey
J. S. Johnson
Allegheny
Chester
Chicago
W. F. Rightmeyer
Citizens’ National Alliance and Industrial Union
Topeka
Kan
People's Party
Lansing
Mich
Detroit
Ohio
Rightmeyer
New York
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
Delaware
Indianapolis Editor Harry New Marries Miss Catherine McLean
Harry S. New son of John O. New United States consul general in London and editor of the Indianapolis Journal wed Catherine McLean in a private ceremony at 356 West 118th Street New York. The couple plans a visit to London before returning in October with Mr Brash as a guest at the wedding.
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New York
Harry
New
John O. New
United States
London
Indianapolis Journal
Catherine Mclean
Kate Castleton
Frank McKee
West 118Th Street
Mclean
John T. Brash
Hoffman House
Mr. New
Indiana bankers name three to represent them at board
A compromise between Indiana bankers and the board of equalization limits a broader refusal to submit books. Three banksNational, state, and privatewill offer themselves for examination instead of all 350 bankers. If the board presses the issue, the case may go to the Supreme and federal courts. fines, if any, would be covered by assessment. The test case is set for next Tuesday.
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Indianaroris
Ind
Board of Equalization
Malott
Indianapolis
W. T. Mallett
Indianapolis National
Philip Decker
Evansville State Bank
Hugh Dougherty
Bluffton
Putnan Bandit Believed Active in Wyan County
Upper Sandusky Ohio August 20 Officials here strongly believe the Columbus Grove bandit has been in the county. A fine mare was stolen Monday from Henry Gottfried in Salem township and found at its home this morning covered in perspiration, suggesting a long journey. The fugitive was seen Saturday between here and Kenton and likely used the horse Monday night to extend his distance from the crime scene.
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Upper Sanvusry
Columbus Grove
Henry Gottfried
Salem Township
Kenton
Insolvent American Wheel company placed under receiver
The American Wheel company, claimed as the world’s largest wheel and vehicle maker, is insolvent. Noble Butler named receiver and controls all plants in six states. Assets total 4,105,000 with liabilities of 1,800,000. Two thousand five hundred workers idle as operations halt, yet some expect liquidation and payout to stockholders. Plants listed include Indianapolis Fort Wayne Terre Haute and several others with West Chester closed.
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Tar Sentinex
American Wheel Company
Trust
Olds Wheel Works
Wagon Works
Sare
Noble
SmallvEx
Fort Wayne
Oxiaco
Wheels Sand Vehicles
Noble Butler
Posacesson
Indiana
Ohio
Michigan
Pennsylvania
New York
Massachusetts
Illinois
Indianapolis
Terre Haute
St. Mary’s
Ind
Miamisburg
Sidney
Gallion
Bendusky
Ottawa
Jackson and
Kalamazoo
Mich
West Chester
Syracuse
Shortsville
Remarkable Early American Coin Hoard Found Near Bloomington
On Henry Rhorer’s Bloomington area farm a boy unearthed a 102 dollar hoard of 142 coins dating from 1795 to 1839, with pieces from Mexico Italy France Spain and America. The cache, spread in several spots, lacks a clear origin or theft motive, and locals note no prior similar finds or longstanding miser legends. A separate report from Mipuano notes rainfall successes at the Morris ranch, where government rainmaking efforts yield heavy storms aiding winter grass.
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Henry Rhorer
Bloomington
Ind
Congressman Cooper
Mexico
Italy
France
Spain
America
Rhorer
Mipuano
Morris Ranch
Drienforth
Mrs Mary A King In Wisconsin News Of English Inheritance
Mrs Mary A King of Minnesota is reported to have inherited about 200000 from a relative in England. The funds have shipped from England and will, upon arrival in New York, be sent to Mrs King. It is likely Mrs Wise of Nosnesville will receive a substantial share.
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Nosnesville
Ind
John
Mary A. King
Minnesota
England
Old Country
New York
King
Wise
Cotton Trust Scheme To Stabilize Southern Cotton Prices
In OCoxrumera Aug 21 reporting a plan by E M Stoder and alliance leaders to form county trust companies with capital of 20000 to 30000 dollars. One third of each farmer’s cotton would be held for twelve months to reduce supply to about 6500000 bales and lift prices to ten cents per pound. First trust company to be organized in the city as a pilot before wider adoption.
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Ocoxrumera
E. M. Stoder
Columbia
Alliance
Richland County Alliance
Snd
Cotton Belt
The Kurns Reward Discussed by Fostoria Council
The Fostoria Democrat reports a Tuesday council session on the Kuhns reward dispute. Officers Wilkinson and Kennelly seek their share while Hughes and Brown press for fairness, recounting evidence and questioning officers and ex Mayors before a motion to table the matter to the next regular meeting.
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Fostoria Demoocrat
Wilkinson
Kennelly
Kuhns
Chas. Hughes
Brown
Campeau
Schroth
Tiffin
Messrs
Hughes
Mr. Hughes
Mr. Brown
Meyer Brown
A. J. Stackhouse
Mr. Schroth
Emerine
Farmers' Horses in a Procession Tet Frantic
A stampede on the main road from Macon fair grounds to town last evening caused several runaways and injuries. Mrs. E E Lemon of Blue Mound suffered a broken collar bone and arm, a 12 year old boy of Wm Day broke his collar bone and arm, and Mrs. Mary Hays was badly bruised. Ten hurt as Macon homes became temporary hospitals.
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Dervarur
Ill
Macon Fair Grounds
E. E. Lemon
Blue Mound
Wm. Day
Mary Hays
Macon
Wheeler joins Farmers' Alliance in Hillsboro Alabama
General Joseph Wheeler congressman from the Eighth district joined the Farmers' Alliance at Hillsboro Alabama yesterday. He is reported to forsake law practice and devote himself entirely to farming.
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Frorenos
Ala
Joseph Wheeler
Farmers’ Alliance
Hillsboro
Wheeler
Desperado Roberts Caught After Columbus Grove Robbery
A fugitive linked to the Exchange bar raid near Columbus Grove was tracked to New Washington and Ottawa. Ad Roberts, alleged to be the culprit, stayed with his uncle Postmaster Garson, then fled. identification by Butler Weaver and S. M. Bailey led to his arrest and lockup in Ottawa. Rumors suggest a prior desertion from the army amid a troubled past.
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Corunsus Grove
Ohio
Washington
Lodo
Ohio Central
Wil
Desperado
Marshall Lone Faeth
New Washington
Butler Weaver
8. M. Bailey
Garson
Ad. Roberts
Oarson
Roberts
Carson
Carson’s
Marshal Faeth
Cashier
Dunkirk
Seaver Dam
Maple
Messrs. Weaver
Bagley
Weaver
Bigley
Toledo
Oareen
Roberta
Ottawa
James M. Roberts
Columbus Grove
Murderer Identified By Bank Cashier In Early Arrival
A murderer arrived at 2 oclock this morning in charge of Marshal Faith of New Washington and Deputy Sheriff Reave of Ottawa. He was positively identified by Cashier Maples of the Columbus Grove bank.
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Marshal Faith
New Washington
Reave
Ottawa
Maples
Columbits Grove Bank
Republican Open Campaign Parade in Niles Ohio
The Republican campaign opened in Niles Ohio with a display and parade. Over 30,000 residents gathered as Pres. Hayes arrived and Col A L Conger led delegates from Akron. Major McKinley prepared to speak at a mass meeting after the parade and industrial display.
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Niles
Nkiis
Ohio
Shayes
A. L. Conger
sAkron
JT. BR. Morgan
Ere
McKinley
Starving peasants in Chihuahua face famine sting
A letter from Chibushia, Mexico, describes extreme destitution after a year with no rain. Lands bare, cattle dead, streams dry, and crops failed. Chihuahua authorities plan to import 60,000 bushels of American corn and 60,000 of wheat free of duty, but heavy tariffs remain. Winter likely to be harsh. many will die.
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San Antonio
Tex
Chibushia
Mexico
Chthihuahua
Blaine Interview Denies Presidential Candidacy Claim
In Bar Hazzar Maine on Aug. 21 United Press reported Blaine denying a clipping’s claim he would be a candidate. He urged there is nothing in the report and questioned the source. Alger in Busureton Vermont also dismissed a claim Blaine would not run, noting Blaine now has wide support.
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Bar Hazzar
Maine
United Press
Blaine
Tom
Harry
Gray Goose
Mr. Algers
Mr. Aleger
Busureton
General Alger
New York
Harrison
Great Brace Crowds For Gardeld Park $10,000 Race
Garfield Park crowds gather for a 10,000 dollar stakes race at Gardeld Park this afternoon. The field includes Kingston making his western debut with rivals Lorenzo Donatello Marion O Aloha Benny Byrd Verge dOr and others. thousands travel from turf centers for the event.
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Ounicaco
Gardeld Park
Kingston
Lorenzo
Donatello
Marion O
Aloha
Benny Byrd
Verge d'Or
Elkins Arrival Sparks Nomination Buzz in Harrison Faction
Sanatoca August 22 Stephen B Elkins arrival from Bar Harbor triggers a stir among Harrison supporters. A trusted informant claims Blaine has signified willingness to accept the 1892 nomination if offered, with Elkins bearing important utterances on the matter.
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Sanatoca
Stephen B. Elkins
Harrison
Elkins
Bar Harbor
Blaine
Southern iron mill makes basic steel from southern pig iron
In Oxattanooca Tenn on August 25 the Southern Iron company produced Bessemer basic steel using only southern white pig iron without mixing. The test, conducted in a furnace built for the purpose, proved successful, challenging claims that Scotch pig had been necessary. The report notes the result as decisive.
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Bessemer
Oxattanooca
Tenn
South
Southern Iron Company
Tenth annual encampment of the Sons of Veterans in Minneapolis
Aug 24 show encampment opening with about 5000 members attending the tenth annual Sons of Veterans encampment in Minneapolis. Commander Webb and staff arrived. ritual and constitutional changes discussed including raising member age to 21 and divorcing military from civic work. Sessions at Morgan Post G A B. Debate expected over Col Payne’s reinstatement.
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Minneacous
Sons of Veterans
Atmasq
Gratia Ps
Webb
Minneapolis
St. Louis
Grand Army
Red
Order
Knights of Pythias
Minnehaha Falls
Osmo Webb
Morgan Post
Winston
Leland J. Webb
Kansas
Col
W. 8. Payne
Fostoria
Ohio
Payne
Indianapolis
Grand Commandery
Martail
New Taylor University President Delivers Three Sermons
Rev. T. C. Reade, newly appointed president of Taylor University, addressed Fort Wayne audiences in three services on Sunday. He spoke at Second Presbyterian Church in the morning, at the City Y M C A in the afternoon, and at Wayne Street ME Church in the evening, drawing on Luke chapter four in the morning sermon.
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Taylor University
T. C. Reade
Fort Wayne
Second Presbyterian Church
City Y. M. O. A
Wayne Street
M. HE
Reverend Reade to Lead Taylor University Presidency
Rev. Reade emphasizes teaching over oratory as the core of gospel ministry. The sermon by Mr. Reade drew strong praise from congregations, and at about forty five, he is described as well suited for the new presidency. A graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University, he brings extensive educational experience to Taylor University.
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Nazareth
Reade
Ohio Wesleyman University
Taylor University
Early Allen County Probate and Court History Chronicle
A historical review recounts the 1825 probate court formation in Allen County and its early terms. It covers judges such as Samuel Hanna and W. N. Hood, land sales from 1826, administration of estates including LaGross, and the evolution of local courts through 1853 when probate was abolished and district court formed.
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Sentinen
Allen County
Fort Wayne
Old Washington Hall
Samuel Hanna
Benjamin Cashman
Alexander Ewing
William Suttenfield
Hanna
W. N. Hood
A. L. Davis
A. Barnett
Barnett
Winnemac Prairie
Wabash
Deep Creek
Delphi
Carrell County
Joseph Holman
LaGross
LaGro
Wabash County
W. G. Ewing
Hugh B. McCulloch
McCulloch
State Bank of Indiana
Noble
Theodore Johnson
Lucien P. Terry
Reuben J. Dawson
Samuel Stophlet
Whitcomb
George Johnson
Felson McLain
James W. Borden
District Court of Common Pleas
Alier
Wells
Adams
Huntington
Baker
James H. Fay
Taylor
J. W. Borden
Randolph County
Winchester
Randolph
George Withmer
Eleanor Troutner
Miami County
Vincennes
Accident at Ada as 17YearOld shoots sister with gun
John Decker and his wife attend funeral of George Stokesbury in Ada Ohio after their son George Decker aged seventeen pointed his father's shotgun at his sister Rosa fourteen and fired. Rosa died after hours of pain leaving the family shattered and the grieving parents stunned by tragedy. Rosa was a local favorite in the neighborhood.
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Duonkirk
Ada
Ohio
Pittsburg
Fort Wayne
Chicago
John Decker
George Stokesbury
George Decker
Ross
Rosa
George
Waas
Lima firm poised to lease southern Huntington lands
A Lima Ohio oil and gas company has leased substantial land in southern Huntington for testing possible oil wells. Local landowners formed a committee to inspect Lima fields and report on leasing terms, finding the offers fair and likely to secure leases on the remainder of the lands.
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Hountmgton
Lima
Ohio
Library Hall Catholic Fair Set For September
The annual fair at the Library hall, organized by Catholics, is announced for September 15 starting a two week run. Father Delaney leads preparations and is regarded as highly capable, signaling a likely successful event.
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Library Hall
Father Delaney
Tax SentiIven
Sheriff and deputy arrest Albert Fox after prowling Fre mont Sprangler farm
Sheriff Viberg and Deputy Tom Wilkinson arrested Albert Fox, recently released from jail for burglary at the Schilling residence north of the Olmy. Fox was caught last night prowling Fre mont Sprangler’s farm west of the city, with likely penitentiary time ahead. Mason McKinney launched the Republican Ohio campaign, while Democrats hold a strong chance despite a Republican-leaning state.
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Viberg
Tom Wilkinson
Albert Fox
Schilling
Omly
Fox
Fremont Sprangler
Mason McKinney
Ohio
Ontario
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