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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1891

Page

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The Greatest Jewish Feast and Its Meaning

The Passover begins at sunset Thursday marking Moses three great feasts with male Israelites to worship in Jerusalem. It recalls the exodus of Egypt, the unleavened bread rite, and a lamb without blemish roasted with bitter herbs. Christians view Passover as type of Christ’s sacrifice and salvation from sin.

Neget Moses Pharaoh Israel Puaro Egypt Christ Weyel

Street Car Strike Turmoil Hits Detroit Rails

Riots erupt as strikers tear up rails and damage railroad property in Detroit. Police are powerless as unrest grows, with potential for further trouble amid the ongoing street car strike.

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Albany Polite Harmony Shown Amid National Delegations

A scattered editorial snippet notes Mutual mining company in Channelaburg and local interests. Albany attorney H C Nereut reports harmony among New York Republicans and predicts a West campaign victory. Mention of Harri son administration, Hill and Cleveland split possibilities, and lavish Capitol cost versus local building details.

Mutual Mining Company Channelaburg Capital Emmet Rose H.C. Nereut Albany N. Y Cincinnati the Sun New York West Harrison Indiana Hill Cleveland Isaac Gray Albany Capitol Capitol

South Bend fishing club vows to curb fish law violations

The South Bend fishing club announces a bold drive to enforce state fish laws amid ongoing violations. The message emphasizes a strong community effort to safeguard local aquatic resources and ensure compliance by members and visitors.

South Bend Fishing Club

The Trials and Triumphs of Joseph Arthur

Joseph Arthur, author of Blue Jenna, returns to Indianapolis for a triumphant homecoming. The article sketches his hard beginnings, world travels with Hague's minstrels, and eventual success with The Still Alarm and Blue Jeans, highlighting perseverance and creative rise.

Joseph Arthur Mr. Arthur

Weather summary for Indiana and Indianapolis area

Weather notes report Indiana fair and slightly cooler conditions. Four Indianapolis and vicinity observations cover the 24 hours ending 8 a.m. April 24 with late weather near stagnation in temperature and nearly stationary conditions.

Indiana Indianapolis Vicinity

Slavin and Mitchell spar in New York May 10 featured

Long list of sports notes features Slavin and Mitchell sparring in New York on May 10. Other items include Toledo seeking a Northwestern league vela team, Pittsburg tossers led by Silver Kinn and Baldwin, and a pool challenge of 100 balls. Crowd sizes and various game results across baseball and racing are mentioned, plus a period note on John T Brush in Cincinnati.

Minneapolis Slavin Mitchell Spar New York Toledo Monroe Hall Silver’ Kinn Baldwin Stratton Ral- Vin Stajey Pittsburg A. L. Thiewell Theasso Boston Athletics Batteries Botlinton Murphy Wreghing Cross St Louis Louisville Stivetts Boyle Doran Ryan Memphis Clifton Ithaca Blarneystone, Jr John T. Brush Cincinnati Cleveland Brush P. Cay Wanquirer Jolin T. Fresh League Rusie Buckley Clairkson Bennett Brooklyn Philadelphia Hemmine Daily Gleason and Clements Pillsburs Chicago Alvin Mack Daley Hutchingen

Early Indiana newspapers show perilous infancy and bold days

Reader notes trace the evolution from telegraph era to bound volumes in the state library. The piece recounts the Journal and Sentinel history, shifts from daily to bi weekly, and the mail failures that shaped early reporting. It highlights editors juggling ads, legislature coverage, and rising print costs amid volatile 19th century presses.

Pune Stata Oleis Nod Ios Daily State Sentinel Sentisel J.P Chapman Chaputade S Mauch Money Indianapolis Laily Herald Sentinel Sears Tuday Jndiana Journal J. M. Tilford Journal and Sentinel Derby Wilder Chas Wilder Pearl Meridiansis Wynn Tec Felio Everin Sonneal Bae Ifenry Brown Reridianst Indianapolis Indiana Ginefiaati Inquirer Vonmercial Gazelle Albany

Explosion Devastates Pozze Pan Talea Powder Magazine

An explosion near Rome at Pozze Pan talea destroyed the fort and damaged hundreds of houses and the Vatican. King Humbert visited the scene as authorities evacuated the injured. about 120 people were wounded and many killed, with 250 tons of powder in the magazine.

Rome Rom Pozze Pantalea Humbert Hedcow House of Parliament Vatican

ITAS TEGUN and Shater clash over gravel and road work

Reported tensions surround ITAS TEGUN and Shater as crews push gravel laying at Centrabarec and Deans hackas Leen while Bread Hipple sirset car company deploys workers to clear paths. Shatter mobilizes a dozen teams to grade and fill belts, claiming road improvements but observers dispute progress and shovel use.

Shater Rand Ripple Bread Hipple Sirset Car Company Pitteenth SL Deanshackas Leen Mr. Shatter Beer Shatter Shaffer Stratier

Rug import case overvaluation under McKinley bill ruling

Rin von Hs April 25. J Sloane carpet dealers imported sheepskin rugs claimed as mats under the McKinley tariff. The United States circuit court judge La i ruled the appraisement correct, collecting duties.

Rin von Hs Splj-Ww J Sloane Lai United States Circuit’ Court Pha Coliecie

Railway men host ball at Penison House in city social

The Penison house hosted a ball by railway conductors Wednesday night with a splendid time. An Indianapolis lodge visit to Excelsior lodge to exchange amplified third rank work drew many attendees from nearby towns. The legal notices include a judge's verdict of 62 dollars in Decatur County and other court recitals.

Keen Smith Jyin Juige Walker Hannah Martens Argainst Palmer Wenner Decatay Wemoner Hannah Wenner Lndianapolis Excelsior Lodus Ohio Indiana Clive Branch Indwe Matildaley John Lulu Alexie Cora Whitaker David Ligzie Rinard William Sofa Primas Orando Minnis Ball Arles Christina Seitz Dearua P. C. Nelyke Hiizabeth Hasterage Barbara Reiffe Russell-ave

Wanted Bride Swindler Floats Treacherous Triple Marriage

A sensational Texas case exposes a trifecta of marriages by Charles Griuson, a sewing machine manager with links to Europe and America. He wed in England, abandoned his first wife who died, then married a young American, Mary Wilson of Trenton, New Jersey, and later took a third wife after a prolonged absence. Mary states he claimed his first wife had divorced him, and she joined him across Europe and North America before being deserted. The court seeks redress for the resulting harm.

Texaox Charles Griuson Europe America Longsborough Leicestershore England Tony Anan Cne Mary Wilson Trenton Nvo Hoe United States Mary Brask Iyp New Brunswick

Divorce Papers Backlash Shocks City Courtroom

A chaotic divorce suit unfolds with allegations of concealing papers in county offices and a tense exchange with officials. Katie Holtzman sues Lee Holtzman amid alimony dispute while justice officials scramble to keep details from the press. In New York, resistance grows to designating a public fountain, citing family honor. Chicago labor unrest reports note strikes at Walker Oakley and Davidson & Son over wages and convict labor policies.

New York Tsel Hamilton and Sefuryter Famies Board of Aldermen Robert Ray Hamilton Lge Wharch Alexander , Hamilton Philip Schuyler Browght Tie Chicaco Walker, Oakley & Co.starmeries Davidson & Son

Mayoral race in Indianapolis sees Wallace lead and Catterson gain

The campaign trail shows Sullivan and Wallace in a tight race as Catterson gains momentum. Voter tallies reveal Wallace with strong support, while ballots urge readers to submit the Sun Ballot for Democratic and Republican contests.

Sullivan Wallace Catterson Indianapolis R. EF. Catterson Eli Luly J.T. Brusa G &. Tanner H. Moras W. Conduitt B. Sete Brunks David Wallace Gitta Stechhan S. Darnell Seguin Gréinsteiner Wno Caven Bremen J. Brev Lowey Gid Bastsenn A. Keifer J.C. Tee Fla. Cleves i May W. Sessa Ben Franklin Oliver T. Mortold Nelley A. Siminson Heel Wells Shore J. Reeves Baker Kraiver Relban M. Ceawtec Des Bristow Teas Sux THO Sun Ballot

Foraker Insult Claim Spurs Indiana Politicians

Ex governor Foraker faces criticism from Indiana officeholders over an alleged snub to President Harrison at Cincinnati. Reports say he denies intent, while observers claim it showed personal dislike. The debate includes Foster’s remark and reactions at the Republican league meeting in Cincinnati.

Waswineros Foraker Harrigani Cincinnati Narrison Cincinnate Spl Republican National League Harrison Washington Foster Mosby Thurston Faiter Blaine Tom Indiana Maby Gov. Foraker

Reception honorsDr William Salmon oldest English doctor

In Loxton on April 23 a London medical profession reception celebrated Dr William Salmon of Glamorganshire as likely the oldest living physician in England or possibly the world. Born in Suffolk years ago last Monday, his name appears on the Royal College of Surgeons list in 150, confirming long tenure. Despite advanced age, Salmon remains fully capable and actively pursues his practice with steadiness uncommon in younger physicians.

Loxton Medical Profession of London William Salmon Glamorganshire England Buffolk Royal Colere of Eurgeons Iso

Lota clerk at Chandler and Rudd's quit work claim

Fragmentary note reports a clerk at Chandler and Rudd's quitting work and mentions a product described as Star Cure by W Walger claiming rapid cure in five minutes. Details and context are unclear in the OCR.

Lota Chandler & & Rudd's W. Walger

Brave Girl Dies Defending Lover in Coke Region Riot

In Fayette County Pennsylvania strife flared as two evictions led to a clash between deputies and strikers. A Hungarian girl protecting her lover was shot when a revolver discharged accidentally, killing her and wounding Sheriff April. More troops and officials ruled the scene as 4000 marchers heard fiery speeches.

Fayette County Adelaide McCormick Pinaby April Yhierlon Leisenring Co. C Seathale Wednesay Alex Jones Aurel Delaar Jen Brown Chicago Breat Moorewood

Evictions, strikes, and foreign affairs in brief items

A scattered summary notes evictions on Broad Ripple road and local labor unrest as over 2,000 Bradfam spinners plan to return to work. It also cites foreign reports on Paris garrison testing readiness, Henry Michael Antoine’s death, Portuguese gunboats in crisis, and hostage incidents in Manipuri and German borders.

Rom Mosiaw Henry Michael Antoine Ruiea Bradfam Paris Gen. Smith Timperor William Varnell Clai Parnell

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