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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1899
Page
3
The article argues bicycles served as emergency baggage and rapid transport, notably in Porto Rico and planned for the Philippines. It notes a bicycle squad planned for use, claiming cost, portability, control, space efficiency, and safety. It describes tactics like bicycle pickets surrounding retreats and sharpshooter advantages with new standstill devices.
Rev E B Widger former pastor and followers were locked out of the Columbus Christian Church on Friday night in a rainstorm. The dispute began over his salary and led to resignation and a church split with bitter feelings. The church, largest in the Christian Brotherhood, was largely built by Rev Z T Sweeney who later resigned after a 25 year pastorate.
George Quackenbush a prominent farmer six miles east of Lebanon was fatally shot Saturday morning by neighbor John Lockwood. Their long running feud spilled into the road encounter as Quackenbush drew a knife and advanced. Lockwood fired six shots, three taking effect.
Amos Miller and William Eiverman of the Methodist church bought George Black’s saloon in Burlington Indiana. They planned to burn it down after three dynamiting attempts failed. Black rebuilt, ironed the building, and moved his family upstairs before the sale.
Buffalo Bill's wild west show clashed with the Muncie street car company during a Friday parade. Manager Baldwin acted as motorman and tried to push a car through the crowd, who interfered as the crowd sided with the circus.
In Anderson Indiana on August 5, it is reported that President Daniel C R Reed of the tin plate trust will resign his 25000 year position to resume banking in Indiana. Though still a young man he is said to be worth 0,000,000.
A fragment indicates a name variation involving Mary Yellin and notes a broader discussion in the community. Details are sparse but suggest disputes over spelling or identity in a local record or notice. No dates or organizations are clearly identifiable in the readable text.
In Peru Indiana on August 5, the infant child of Harold Fox of Indianapolis fell into Lake Manitou and sank among grasses. John Deibert of Peru jumped in and rescued the child.
Whitestown plans a public park while threshing continues in several areas. News reports epizootic threats near Seafield and an organ Sunday at Salem church Mud Creek. Heat drives 100 hatters from Pioneer hat works in Wabash. new long distance line links Richmond and Indianapolis via Cambridge City. Reports of insanity, accidents, robberies, and community notes follow, including a stenotyper inventor, twin brothers in Lebanon, and a melee over cemetery donations.
A musician, forced into a domestic role for Esau Adams, vanished after last Monday sending her trunk to a private hotel. Miss Clara Wagner notes suicide talk. Nellie Berger abduction rumors clash with Goshen press. Clyde Thompson not detained near Seymour. Fort Wayne grocer Big Bill Hilker jailed on assault charges after Minnie Reamer, 16, alleges drugging and abuse during a wagon ride. victim left bruised and injured.
A commission of Justices Lockman and Smock and Drs Christian and Reyer found Harry Veach sane after reviewing a razor attack on his wife at 646 N Fulton St. Veach is to serve 680 days in the workhouse per Judge Cox's directive. Judge Cox rejected the claim of insanity.
A Friday night mob of several hundred gathered on Longacre Square and burned William Waldorf Astor in effigy. Dr F W Crowe, a prominent W Forty ninth street figure, organized the affair with twenty helpers. After a parade the effigy, in a striped suit and black hat, sat on an oil soaked barrel as flames consumed it, leaving a large hole in the paving with the legend Astor, the traitor.
The body of Nora O'Donnell 16, missing from a home near Indianapolis, was found in White River Friday evening by a boat-dweller couple. Retrieved by Undertaker Lauck, the decomposed body was buried after a brief service. Her father cites no clear cause though warnings and family troubles are noted.
Moy Kee, described as the best educated Chinaman in the city, told a Marion county Democracy meeting he is not a Democrat or a Republican. He defended voting for the man who stands for the best rather than party loyalty. He also offered to teach a Chinese language class if enough students enroll.
Pedlar Palmer English bantamweight boxer arrives in New York from England aboard the Campania with manager Bettison and American jockey Ted Sloane. Palmer plans to fight Terri McGovern in September at West Chester athletic club and is confident. Sloane heads to Saratoga to ride next week, while author Israel Zangwill also travels aboard.
Oscar Junghans son of Gustave C. Junghans of 808 Parker Ave was declared insane on Saturday. Delusions trace back to a year when he was jilted, with testimony noting past head injury from a childhood fall. He believes newspapers slander him and that enemies surround him, though he claims to possess supernatural power to overcome his troubles.
In Chattanooga Tennessee on August 5 the mission president of southern Mormon churches reports that eight churches were destroyed in Kentucky within a year. He says he will immediately request Governor Bradley to protect Mormon elders and adherents.
Miss Fannie Goodwin of Hopkinsville was acquitted after shooting Byron Allegree for insults. The crowded courtroom erupted in applause as the verdict was read. Allegree had recovered enough to leave the city.
A Pennsylvania street grocer J. T. Power received a bunch of bananas containing a young tarantula of the most poisonous species. He bound the spider and fed it grasshoppers and moths. One moth was held for thirty minutes before the tarantula killed it.
Madrid August 5 The supreme council of war acquits General Toral and other officers tied to the Santiago surrender. The decision clears them of charges related to the capital's fall.
Philadelphia Aug 5 Five intoxicated soldiers from Camp Meade fatally injured Seashore express conductor J M Clemenson. The men rode on the platform and refused to enter the coach. A struggle followed and Clemenson died from his injuries.
Fred L. Williamson of Indianapolis Walter McCoy of Alto John L. Pauley of Rossville Ir and Jim Miles of Hopper Ky enlisted at the local station Saturday showing new manpower for the military.
Thousands of goats are slaughtered at Chicago stock yards and sold in markets. The goats and kids, mainly Angora, come from the northwest.
Rev J M Yingling of Cumberland Maryland praises Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He says it is a sure cure when taken and recommends it to others. Available for sale by all druggists.
Acting commander in chief W C Johnson issues orders for the G A R national encampment in Philadelphia in September. National headquarters are set at the Continental hotel and all national officers must report on Monday September 4 at 6 a m. The national council of administration will meet at 4 p m September 3 at the Continental hotel.
Dr Williams Pink Pills claim to build blood and nerves, a universal remedy for locomotor ataxia partial paralysis St Vitus dance sciatica neuralgia rheumatism nervous headache after flu paleness and fatigue. Sold individual packs at druggists or from Williams Medicine Co Schenectady NY 60 cents per box six boxes 2 60.
In Port Clinton on August 5 Squire Schoerger presided over a rare ceremony uniting Joseph Newcomb, 21, and widow Maggie Dodway, 62, whose eldest child is 28. The event drew attention for its unusual spouses and wide age difference.
Liliuokalani, the former Hawaiian queen living in Washington, says Hawaii is in practical anarchy. She notes no real justice and an oligarchic government, asks for a clear head of state, and expresses faith in American influence while hoping a U S official may be appointed.
Chicago platform democrats of New York plan a Syracuse conference on Aug 4 to readopt the Chicago platform. A rival Democratic faction opposes most measures of that platform. Kentucky leaders expect Goebel to withdraw from the ticket. Bryan spoke in Ludington Michigan on Pending problems. Missouri district 8 Republicans nominate J W Vashall for Congress.
An Indianapolis real estate dealer, I Lemmons of 824 Bradshaw, asserts Dean's Kidney Pills relieved years of kidney trouble and back pain after doctors and medicines failed. He claims two gravel-like stones passed after one box and offers to answer inquiries, urging readers to remember the Dean's name. Sold by local dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo, N Y, is listed as mail order seller.
The school board told of a state inspector plan to require fire escapes for all three story school buildings before September. A matron will oversee female pupils at Manual Training High. New hires include W R Ballard as assistant in machine fitting and Miss Theresa Bell in cooking. Contracts awarded for assembly hall, furniture, and window shades across multiple schools.
Justice Smock hears a civil rights dispute by James N. Sims a young colored man who claims William H. June refused service at his restaurant due to color. Sims seeks 100 dollars while June says he offered seating at the lunch counter or rear room Sims refused both. The judge notes the case hinges on a business owner setting conduct rules and mentions a prior similar settlement of 15 dollars.
Eight soldiers were wounded in a Fort McPherson riot as Twenty-ninth volunteers, after drinking, attacked at the camp. Regulars with bayonets restored order and the injured were sent to the hospital with fears some may die.
Fragmentary OCR shows headings Wanted Male Help Wanted Female Help Wanted Situations Fee Wanted Rooms se va. The readable bits indicate a classified help wanted page with gendered job listings and miscellaneous notices. No clear names, places, dates, or concrete duties are readable.
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