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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1891
Page
1
A colorful Indiana preview outlines President Harrison’s strong delegate strength, Gresham’s waning support, and possible contenders including Blaine and White. It notes Hovey as a favored vice presidential option for soldiers and farmers, and discusses Huston’s resignation and possible successors. Also covers Irish political results and a Maryland execution.
The street scene shows lambs at play but no hand organ music as Miss Indianapolis laments the weather keeping her home. She appears stormily dissatisfied when downtown, yet hints at Easter finery to be admired once the mood improves.
Warakostra Ohio April 3 Spl The west bank of St. Mary's reservoir is nearly washed away and houses for miles around flooded. A large gang of men repair the leak. Lake Erie Western tracks under water and oil well business nearly suspended. Loss already reaches $500,000. Indians Will Not Be Soldiers Wasuaneton April 3 Spl Reports Indian department enlistment in north and western tribes will fail. Apaches in Alabama still likely to enlist. On His Daughter's Grave Savannah Ga April 3 Spl Thomas Gadsden commits suicide at daughter's grave in Laurel Hill cemetery. CVVey Lirk Sterling Holt back from northern Indiana ice ponds Friday moon Incorporated 3 W Bryant photo graphic background company Laporte. Haughville democratic ticket Cierkana treasurer L P Hocker trustees Joseph Gallather marshal Geo Smith. Chester Bradford elected grand regent at Royal Arcanum meeting. Kit Lynn and John Allen in police court Friday. Kit described as bad character. Boonville liquor law violators list includes Melcher Lutz Chas Kenbler Frank Koegee Sam Anderson Roth. Sue Richardson appeared with black valise to U S marshal's office after associating with counterfeiters. Mr C F Leftwich resigns from Big Four livestock staff, joins Lake Erie Western road. Mrs Leatherman and John Hleischman fined after fight. mayor to decide stolen goods case against Hattie Roberts. Judge Hill not tried. affidavit dismissed on technicality. case to be heard Saturday. Births and marriages listed with families and licenses.
A terrific explosion in a Staffordshire mine on Friday morning killed ten men. The incident is reported from Lonnes with details of the disaster and its tragic toll.
A satirical recap from the State House mentions Supt. Vorhies’s improvement and warning of upheaval in the agriculture department. Myron King earns compliments for cigars, while Gov. Hovey vacations at Mt. Vernon. Col. Will Roberts presides in his absence as militia encampment plans stir Fort Wayne and Lake Maxinkuckee. Oil inspector ship brings chatter of recognition and payments between Dr Yancey and Mr Hyde.
William L. Elder offers hat racks and wall papers at 161 J. Wash, highlighting large domestic and imported patterns. The Carpenters' Strike has ended, and Carl Moller promotes best workmen and satisfactory prices, urging readers to call on Mr. Elder.
The Board of Public Works held Friday talks with Greenwood electric suburban line reps on three proposed routes into the city. No fare agreement reached though workers on the South Side seek affordable trips. a seven for twenty five plan was discussed. The company plans to use storage battery propulsion, touted as the future of locomotion.
A Friday storm along the eastern coast caused great damage with telegraph wires in bad shape and several vessels going ashore.
A Friday Propylaeum Propylaeum event features Miss Binghams Delsarte exhibition with a reception for Dr Annie Shaw on Saturday. Arlington club dances Friday as stockholders of the Arts association meet next Tuesday. Dramatic entertainments next Saturday and Monday benefit the orphan asylum. Woman's club hosted by Mrs Dunlap and Miss Brownell from New York. Dr Cravens rents offices at the Propylasum after returning from Paris amid talent restrictions. Spring stirs up the bile. Simmgus Liver Regulatior promotes appetite.
State soldiers sent to Morewood after Thursday rioting as 9 dead and many wounded. Tenth regiment called from Harrispura to the scene with 20,000 rounds to protect people and property. Deputies face warrants. funerals set for Saturday. inquest resumes amid heightened tension.
George Finley, described with an Irish brogue, testified in an assault case against James Menchen in Squire Feiblemas court. Finley claimed a severe blow and a failed attempt to speak, but the proceedings dismissed the suit and Finley fled, muttering in frustration behind a barn.
In Lake Rock Arkansas on April three, Milton Ownby and Tom Kirby, noted local citizens and former 1889 Arkansas Legislature member, settled an old feud with shotguns. Kirby was killed when his head was blown off, while Ownby was seriously wounded.
Ed Alexander of Anderson choked his mother until he believed she died then swallowed poison and shot himself. He died Friday from the poison. Gen Albert Pike, noted Mason leader and Confederate veteran, is dying at his Washington home after years of influence in the York Rite and public life.
Reports from various regions show Argentina has natural gas while mine owners remain in session at Paris. Parnellites were defeated in Sligo on Thursday as Emperor William visits Kiel with his brother Prince Henry. Cunard plans two steamers crossing the ocean in five days amid mixed Manipur massacre updates. Paron Hirsch buys 400,000 acres in Argentina to establish a Jewish colony.
Voters rally for candidate David Wallace with 46 votes and a burst of support for several contenders. Letters and booms praise Wallace, Hilgenberg, and Rassmann while a harsh note marks death by suicide in Kentucky and President Harrison's travel plans spark weather notes for Indiana and Indianapolis.
East is playing water polo while Philadelphia Athletics prepare. Rockville spends $30,000 on a horse. Waymart is dead. John Ward returns home and Washington earns optimism. Grand pool results show Hettinger Lu 100, Rieser 97. Silver King may have left St. Louis. Scott Stratton of Pittsburg ill with typhoid. Rosie struck out 17 against New Haven. Mike Kelly’s whereabouts unclear. Kilrain linked with Godfrey delay. New York bets on seven awake for $500. Tom Ryan knocked out Ed King. Tom Warren defeated Tom Ward in New Orleans. Second prize bowling series between Social Turnverein and Gambri nus clubs Friday night.
Gloria silk umbrellas in best quality sale. Lot includes 20 inch and 98 inch sizes with prices $1.26 and $108 respectively. Lantury Hat Co located at 28 W Washington offers these items.
Washington dispatches report that Italy backs Minister Rudini and Rome may demand U S reparations. Blaine’s note to Imperiali sparks a diplomatic volley, but officials expect Italy to wait for New Orleans court action. Baron Fava’s plight deepens and Italy signals surrender to Blaine. Grippe deaths fall in Chicago while New York reports another suicide.
Amusements section notes Grimes cellar door at Fenglise and Fabs The Midnight alarm drew strong crowds despite Grip and Pneumonia at other venues The writer recalls laughter and demonic screeches from a joke foreseen The act by Mr Mackie and his support delivers energy and effort though originality falls short and it may push actors back to the variety stage
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