Campaign fundraising turmoil and city employee assessments
City Democrats press a campaign fund with about 10000 from city workers and 2000 from fire and police, while officials and officials' staffs from various departments, including the park board and court house, face mandatory contributions. The effort is led by Tom Montgomery and supported by park officials and party allies amid broader GOP suspicions of brewery and streetcar backing.
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Democratic Committee
Tom Montgomery
Board. of Works
Tom Hedian
Quigley
Park Department
Court House
Engineer’s Department
Board of Works
Board of Safety
Board of Health
City Hall
Tomlinson Hall
Maurice Donnelly
Terre Haute Brewing Company
Brewery Association
Indianapolis Street Railway Company
Promoter Rumor Denounced By Postmaster Hess
Postmaster Hess refutes a wild rumor that federal employees plotted to aid Dan Randden. He states he supports Mr. Randden and never concealed his actions, condemning the sensational street gossip as grotesquely mistaken.
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Hess
Federal
Dan Randell
Ransden
Carpenters Threaten Union Action Over Columbia Club Building
The Carpenters union gives the Columbia club until next Friday night to decide if the pew building will be crewed by union or scab labor. If opposition wins, the union and the Painters may back a campaign against Dan M. Ransdell for the Republican mayoral nomination. The dispute involves Bookwalter and past campaign remarks, with union leaders planning to pressure through to the Central labor union Monday night.
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Carpenters’ Union
Columbia Club
Carpenters
Painters’ Union
Dan M. Ransdell
Bookwalter
Yaggari’s
Kenwood
Candidates Comment On Track Elevation Question
Councilman John R. Allen a Republican mayoral candidate avoids committing on elevated tracks saying views vary and the issue is complex. Bookwalter defers, citing platform alignment and work. Ransdell hasn't studied the matter and will follow the party line. McWhirter notes prior stance in favor and ties it to the platform against gas extortion.
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John R. Allen
Allen
Bookwalter
Ransdell
Felix T. McWhirter
Jeup and Kern to Inspect Elevated Railways in Chicago
City engineer Jeup and city attorney Kern will join the council railroad committee in Chicago on Monday to study the elevated railroad systems. The group plans to proceed east afterward to examine further transit projects.
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Jeup
Kern
Council Railroad Committee
Chicago
Monument Sale Promises Low Prices on Used Pianos and More
A storefront advertises second-hand pianos and other goods including bones? cigars and oats with low prices. The scattered OCR reads like a bargain column listing items from multiple sellers under a single store name.
Dreyfus Trial Resumes as Court Lets Mercier Escape Crowd
Paris dispatch notes a crowded Rennes court as Dreyfus faces accusers. Gen Mercier exits under escort amid angry cries after testifying and a tense exchange with Dreyfus over guilt.
McCray Appeal On News Tax Case Hit By Time Rule
A preliminary appeal on a $47 000 News tax assessment before the State board of tax commissioners centered on whether the five day deadline included Sunday. Ex Judge Frank McCray, represented by Merrill Moores, argued the period. the board weighed if Sunday counted. The outcome will affect whether the plant's value evidence is heard.
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Frank McCray
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Chas. R. Williams
Chambers & Pickens
Attorney Thompson
Ferdinand Winter
Merrill Moores
McCray
Old Man Injured as Cyclists Clash on Massachusetts Ave
Henry Cook, 62, was struck by a bicycle while Bray and Griffin attempted to dodge John Warstat who rode on the wrong side. Warstat was charged with riding on the wrong side but discharged by Judge Cox. Cook was left badly hurt, possibly internal injuries, after a wheel struck him in the abdomen.
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Massachusetts Ave
Bray and
Griffin
Henry Cook
Park-ave
John Warstar
Warstat
Cox
Cook
McKinley Said Likely To Decline renomination
A Washington dispatch reports that President McKinley may decline a renomination citing health burdens and a wish to spare Mrs. McKinley. The rumor links to Mark Hanna with others calling it a Roosevelt popularity test and notes estranged friends over appointments.
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ST. Louis
Washington
The
Republic
McKinley
White House
Mark Hanna
Roosevelt
Street car explosion frightens riders in Cleveland
The city saw a display of ordinary fireworks on Casc Ave when an explosion occurred under a Euclid street car. Twenty five passengers were aboard and were frightened but unharmed. The car lifted off tracks and one wheel was shattered.
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Cleveland
Casc-ave
Mrs Pope Contracts Small Pox Quarantined
Mrs Pope, a colored mother of a week old baby, has small-pox and is quarantined at home at 716 Hiawatha Street. Authorities report she contracted the disease and will remain isolated.
Trolley Car Accidents Hit Connecticut and Wisconsin
A trolley car on the Yar(r)ington Winchester line narrowly stayed on a Mad River bridge after leaving rails on Friday. In Merrill Wisconsin a Prairie Street bridge car plunged 20 feet into the river, wrecking the car though no fatalities occurred and five passengers were injured.
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Winsted
Conn
Shelton
Stratford
Yarrington & Winchester
Mad River
Merrill
Wis
Prairie-st. -Bridge
Hostile Yaquis in Hermosillo Threaten Engagements
Reports from Gen. Luis Torres at Lorin indicate a possible clash with Yaquis Sunday or early next week. Yaquis fortify Bacum, with 5,000 troops to be available, while 2,500 Indians camp between Bacum and Potam. Mines at Minas Prietas shed 250 quits. Gov. Corral fears a stampede. In Nogales, Father Beitran is alive but held by insurgents who threaten to kill him and two sisters of charity if federal troops attack.
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Hermosillo
Mex
Luis Torres
Lorin
Yaqui Valley
Bacum
Potam
Minas Prietas
Nogales
Ariz
Beitran
Sisters of Charity
Pingree Defends the Under Dog in Alger Aid Row
Boston reports Gov. Pingree of Michigan argues for Gen. Alger, calling him not responsible for war errors and praising his Michigan reception as career vindication. He backs Alger for Michigan senatorship if popular will favors it, and says he is only a common shoemaker amid McKinley’s endorsement.
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Boston
Mass
Pingree
Michigan
Gen. Alger
Gen. Aiger
Ilo
Aiger
Indianapolis group reviews Union Traction plan for gas belt
A party of Indianapolis businessmen toured the Union Traction company lines on Friday. The system consolidates several city and interurban lines in the gas belt and uses 60 foot cars with baggage, cushioned seats, air brakes and air whistles. A block signal system guides motormen on a single track. Power serves Anderson, Fairwood and Marion with a central station to be built at Anderson. a storage battery will run the system for four hours during power outages. The Indiana investors were pleased with the road’s condition.
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Indianapolis
Charlies L. Henry and
Campbell, Whd & Co
Union Traction Company
Anderson
Fairwood
Marion
Jiminez Expedition Sets Course for Santo Domingo
The Jiminez expedition departed for Santo Domingo from here and will first stop at Baracoa Cuba. It will transfer from the steamer to two sailing vessels for a port in Santo Domingo. Forty seven Cubans including sixteen officers travel with the party. officers to receive five months pay in advance. More recruits may join at Baracoa. General Jiminez remains in Havana and may not accompany the voyage.
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Wavana
Jiminez
Santo Domingo
Baracoa
Cuba
Havana
Weather Outlook for Indianapolis and Vicinity
Forecast for the 36 hours ending 8 p m Aug 18 calls for generally fair weather through Saturday night and Sunday. Temperatures rise from 69 at 7 a m to 82 at noon and 2 p m. Friday night saw 0.65 inches of rain with a gusty 36 mph wind. Hail pellets occurred briefly between 12:15 and 12:20 Saturday morning, no hen eggs among them.
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Indianapolis
Meridians Defeat Columbias In Friday Bowling Match
The Meridians beat the Columbias two to one in a best of three on Friday night. Scores were 781 630 761 for the Meridians and 747 778 745 for the Columbias, with Mike Fehrenbach keying the Meridians victory. A return match is planned on Columbia alleys next Wednesday.
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Meridians
Columbias
Meridian Bowling Club
Columbia Club
Mike Fehrenbach
Columbia
Gray waived examination in robbery case at police court
George Gray charged with robbing A. G. Smith's residence on N Pennsylvania Street waived examination and will appear before the grand jury. His wife Bertha Gray, arrested on receiving stolen goods charges, is slated for a hearing next week.
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Gray
G. I
George Gray
A. G. Smith
N. Pennsylvania St
Bertha Gray
Meat Prices To Rise In New York By At Least Two Cents
In New York on August 1 prices for meat to consumers will rise by at least two cents per pound. Retail dealers blame wholesalers who say they must increase prices to stay in business, signaling a broader cost squeeze for shoppers.
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New York
Local Vaudeville Trio At Marcy's Place In Evening Show
Positively every afternoon and night Mignon Bernard operatic soprano Normé Mills descriptive vocalist and singing comedienne Chas W Minor baritone and piano perform at Marcy's place to buy watches jewelry the Kissel Garden draw crowds with entertainment and variety acts.
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Kissel Garden
Mignon Bernard
Normé Mills
Comedienne
Chas
W- Minor
Coon
Saratoga Conference Factions Vie in Bryan Split Talk
At Saratoga New York a political confab concentrates on free silver, with Eastern and Southern backers pressing the Van Wyck plan. Ex Senator A P Gorman attends, hinting Van Wyck could run. Hugh J Brady pushes Stephens for VP. Southern Democrats seek to bury Bryan politically.
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Saratoga
N. Y
Bryan
van Wyck
Gorman
Hugh J. Brady
St. Louis
Gov
Stephens
Missouri
Brady
Stone
Jos. G. Wilblitt
Alabama
Edward J. Murphy, Jr
New York
South
Congress
Crisp
Richard Croker
Democrats in Washington Regard Bryan Delegation Hopes
In Washington Aug 12 a small group of Democrats dismisses Cairo conferences by Bryan opponents and upcoming meetings. They contend Bryan will carry solid delegations from most regions to the next convention, with the Pacific slope and eastern states also backing him, ensuring a lively fight for delegates.
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Washington
Sarrztega
Col
Bryan
Pacific
Democratic leaders seek Goebel campaign tour in Kentucky
Judge Ogden of New Orleans carries an invitation from Kentucky Democrats urging Mayor Harrison to join Bryan in September for a statewide campaign to elect Goebel. Gov. Stone of Missouri would likewise be invited to join the tour.
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Chicago
Ogden
New Orleans
Harrison
Huron River
Mich
Kentucky
Bryan
Goebel
Stone
Missouri
Police Court Fines For Domestic Disputes And Liquor Sale
John Wilson, 18, was fined 10 dollars and jailed ten days for assaulting his wife Eva Wilson after a dispute Friday night. He allegedly threatened to throw carbolic acid at her. no acid was found. William Shearer was fined 1 dollar and ten days for rough treatment of his wife. Albert Luke faced an A B charge on his wife but was released as the case involved a faulty accusation about a mother-in-law. Pat Bryce, bartender for Paul Bonner, received 20 dollars and costs for selling liquor to minors.
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Dreyfus
M. Casimir-Perier
Court of Cassation
Gen. Mercier
Mm. Demange
Labori
Gen
Mercier
Bordereau
Col
Henry
du Paty de Clam
Pe Clam
LeBrun-Renault
WeBrun-Renault
Cten
de Freyelnet
Hngland
Germany
John Wilson
Eva Wilson
Cox
William Shearer
E. Morris Sr
Albert Luke
Warren St
Pat Bryce
Paul Bonner
Ohio G A R men back Col W C Johnson for commander
Ohio G A R delegates announce Col W C Johnson acting commander in chief as the encampment nears in Philadelphia. Secretary Root orders Cuba census completion by January 1, 1900. Thursday storm in the northwest destroys nearly two million bushels of wheat worth about 2.56 million dollars. BE Mermen returns from Dawson Alaska denies Klondike king Alex McDonald is busted. Chattanooga prepares for slave reunion with 15008 expected attendees. George Pullman undergoes Keeley treatment at White Plains. A child claims Carnegie has invented a new compound ester mixture.
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Ohio
Col. W.C Johnson
Philadelphia
Root
Cuba
Northwest
Dawson
Alaska
Alex’ McDoneald
Klondike
Chattanooga
Tenn
George M. Pullman
White Plains
N. Youngster
Jandrew Carnegie
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Felix T
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Rome City
Ind
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N. Illinois St
A. A. Young
Meridian St
Phelips
James M. Barnley
Dan
Taggart
Harry Decker
Harry S. New
Decker
Monon
Central
Jeup and
Elevated Track Committee
Bone
Witlschnon’s
Capt. Dreyfus
Rennes
Isle du Diable
Col. Delaroche-Vernet
Berlin
M. Casimir-Periery
Casimir-Perier
Casimir Perier
Exminister of War
Will M’kinley
Mrs. Pope
Ng Bath
Mexico
Dog
San Domingo
Marcy
Wile Bryan
Illinois
Billee
A. P. Gorman
Maryland
United States
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Fleming S. Dubignon
Georgia
Gen. Jackson
Tennessee
Col. O’brien
Southern Express Company
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