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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1895
Page
1
Four dead confirmed and eighteen still missing after Thursday eight story building on W Broadway collapsed in New York. Debris removal slowed by heavy iron and brick. Fifth body identified as Michael Flynn, plasterer, found Friday morning amid fears more victims lie beneath center of ruin.
Howell Jackson associate justice of the U S supreme court died at his Nashville home after years of illness He traveled to the northwest and to Thomasville Ga last winter before returning home In May he sat on the bench for income tax rehearing and his condition worsened He died with most of his family at his bedside The president sent condolences noting the nation mourns a wise upright judge and honest man
The Board of works and street railway representatives will meet in the mayor's office Friday night to consider granting a separate franchise to the Broad Ripple company. Mayor Denny says the meeting will be closed, despite reports it would be public.
A mob in Constantinople reports shows of aggression shifting to Asia Minor. At Tarsus the American mission school was attacked on Thursday with maltreatment of several students and threats to missionaries. No full details yet, but widespread excitement noted amid the incident.
A large crowd watched the University of Pennsylvania rowing crew during a practice spin on the White river near Broad Ripple. The two light-eared shells drew big attention as spectators, including old settlers at a picnic, lined the banks. Capt Farrar and Coxswain McVoy praised the course, noting its bends are minor. The crew plans daily practice ahead of the regatta while a vast grand stand is built at the park.
Jackson Mississippi August 9. T Dabney marshal of Vicksburg legislator and senatorial nominee shot and killed M Dickings a fellow politician at Brandon fifteen miles east of here Tuesday morning.
Maprin Aug 9 report says thirty three thousand more troops to Cuba in August and twenty thousand more in October if needed. The notice highlights a major military buildup and potential expansion of forces amid ongoing tensions in the region.
Vincennes Ind Aug 9 The big grist mill at Hazleton burned Friday morning. Loss is $24000 with no insurance. Fire officials say the blaze caused extensive damage before it was brought under control. Local residents assisted with efforts to save nearby structures.
Civy Lire reports Maj. T. M. Defrees confined by rheumatism. The Sun recalls Aug 2 speculation that Hatch, accused in Holmes murders, was an Indianapolis resident in 98 but clarifies it has no intention to implicate L. B. Hatch of Anderson. He is described as above reproach and of good business standing.
G F Gordon offers repair services for all pumps at 200 East Washington street. Phone 796.
Philadelphia reports three killed and two seriously hurt in crossing crashes. A wagon hit by a locomotive killed William Hasson. Edward Miskell and John Hasson injured. Martin Ervin also killed by a Baltimore & Ohio engine at another crossing. six year old William H. Stanley crushed by a trolley near West Philadelphia.
Father O'Brien led resolutions attacking Catholics in liquor trade and demanding Sunday closing and strict excise enforcement. The report omitted Latrobe monks beer but Father Zurcher echoed criticism of St. Vincent’s abbey for brewing and selling beer.
Mrs. P. T. Barnum widow of the great showman married Dimitri Bey a Greek in the service of the Turkish government in two ceremonies. Civil marriages not recognized in Greece prompted the second ceremony. Barnum's widow, praised for managerial skill, is said to appear about 35 and will live in princely style thanks to her late husband’s fortune.
A compact item notes Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder featured at the World's Fair with emphasis on recognition and high quality. It highlights the product's display and potential impact on visitors and exhibitors.
Tam Taggart announces in a notably original fashion that he is in the mayoral race though he says he is not a candidate in the sense of seeking the office. He says he will abide by the city convention decision, Aug. 29, while denying active nomination efforts.
Primaperrita Aug 9 report of a mid ocean wreck when the British steamship Prince Oscar collided with an unknown sailing vessel. The unnamed vessel sank in minutes with all hands. Prince Oscar’s captain swam two miles to safety after ordering lifeboats. Six crewmen died. Survivors drifted three days before rescue by Dharwas and transfer to Capie.
A man caught trying to jump to heaven in a Central avenue cornfield and at Thirteenth street was jailed Thursday. He tried twice to hang himself using a cell closet chain and bed clothing rope, both attempts failed. Declared insane Friday, he claimed immortality and that he jumped from the moon a million years ago and can transform into any creature.
Attorney Frenry Spaan re tained as counsel by Rev Hinshaw who is indicted and jailed in Hendricks county for the alleged murder of his wife in Belleville. Trial set for September in Danville and attendance noted after Spaan's call on Wednesday. Also mentions Emma Schaffer declared sane by lunacy commission and a fire at Geo Franks paper box factory with $70,000 loss.
Miss Lulu Huntington, living at the Grand hotel, captivates Indianapolis with a dramatic self story. She claims a rich background, vanished fortunes, and conspiracy. She demanded $50,000 from the State Bank of Indiana, threatened self harm, visited Gov Matthews, sought a Texas uncle via telegraph, and vowed independence despite mounting danger. She asserts high business prowess and appeals for a protector or relative to restore her lost wealth.
At about midnight Urban shot his brother in law Charles A Pfeiffers and sister in law Margret Pfeiffers in Bartimann and then killed himself. Pfeiffers may recover but is not expected to survive.
A report notes that 212000 dollars in gold was sent to Europe on Saturday. In Ogdensburg New York 120000 dollars worth of lumber burned Friday. Sloss company miners at Ruffner Alabama have gone on strike again. The British cabinet met on Friday to discuss the Chinese butcheries. Britannia defeated Ailsa at Cowes on Friday for the Kaiser's challenge shield.
J R Linson was rearrested near the West Indianapolis workhouse on a warrant by Marshal Perry. He denies knowledge of Ida Gebhard's murder and offers a different account of his Monday evening arrest tied to a saloon incident with two children present. He criticized detectives and said his friends abandoned him, appearing exhausted from the ordeal.
Stories recount a Indianapolis woman dining aboard the New York at Brooklyn navy yards with a congressman’s wife. Officers defer to the party. a waiter’s question about potatoes leads to a quip about presidents. Also, Clarence Harris stirs mischief at the police station, donning a patrolman’s gear and prompting a surprised observer.
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