Matthews Indorsed for Governor at Indiana Convention
The Democratic state convention in Indianapolis concluded a tense battle on Wednesday morning with Gov. Matthews receiving an unqualified indorsement after Voorhees forces were routed. The session featured Tom Taggart, prayer by Rev. Abbo tt, and Matthews delivering a keynote critique of Republican policy, tariff reform, and the A P A while urging silver coinage and labor protections. The platform backed labor laws, tariff support, immigration limits, and a future presidency by popular vote, with several judicial and state offices chosen by acclamation before a late-night adjournment.
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Corpse in Buggy Girl Shot in Quarrel In New Hampshire
In Concon pg New Hampshire towns near Nashua a livery stable owner found the body of 15 year old Nettie Douglass seated in a buggy. Arthur McLean 17 fired on her during a quarrel after a ride on Tuesday night and is now in custody refusing to speak.
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Tariff Bill Signed and Taken to White House
The tariff bill was signed by the vice-president shortly after noon on Wednesday and sent to the White House. At 1 p.m. Representative Pearson of the House Committee on Enrolled Bills departed the Capitol for the White House carrying the tariff bill. Congressman Breckenridge of Arkansas resigned to become minister to Russia.
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Cholera Claims Three Family Members in Lawrencentine
Three people in the Mann family near Weinburg, Lawrencentine County, died from cholera sparking fear. Dr. Collins of the board visited the scene and ordered strict measures to stop spread as two additional relatives fall ill with little hope of recovery.
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Local baseball takes heat from Grand Rapids clash
City sports figures clash over Grand Rapids actions as managers threaten to alter pitching plans. Delrympie hobbles from Toledo injury while Con Lucid rumors swirl about a New England league pitcher joining Brooklyn. Henry T Hill, noted colored attorney, dies at City Hospital after heart disease battle.
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Despondent Women Sip Carbolic Acid in Lodgings
Lizzlie McCauley and Jennie Richter drank a bottle of strong carbolic acid in their West Side lodging in Cucaco. Both women lie at the county hospital near death, with despondency cited as the likely cause of the suicide attempt.
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Fire destroys malt house at Chicago brewery
Fire swept the malt house at the American Brewing Company plant on Bloomingdals road in Cmcaco. The blaze consumed the largest malt house in the city and menaced the entire brewery. Losses are expected to be heavy as the structure burned Wednesday afternoon.
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Drowned Irvington man dies at Bethany lake
Claude Daily of Irvington near Indianapolis, a Butler University graduate, drowned in Bethany lake at Bethany Park on Wednesday morning. The report also notes a bid to assassinate Premier Crispi in Rome, a murder of ex-Councilman David Morgan in Perrysburg, Nellie Baugh shot in Martinsville by a 12 year old, and Ed Smith arranging a $10,000 side match with either Corbett or Jackson in Denver.
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James Gordon Injured In Street Fight On Georgis Street
Local report notes James Gordon badly cut Monday night on Georgis street and expected to recover. Other items: a freight train collision near Haughville caused minor damage. a Capitol avenue property to be alley-improved. a fire damaged an old Lilly homestead. Crabbie loses arm in factory pulley. DePauw football plan for next season. Indy depot Sundays ban. tax commission cites Grand Trunk and Wabash. four officials describe poverty. Michaels bound over for grand jury after shooting Humphreys. Jessie Ellis and John Manson wed. national Democratic Negro convention reads. obits list several deaths. licenses issued for James Glaze and others.
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Navy bar crossing warned as forts fire on unnotified ships
In Tien Tsin and Takao reports dated Aug 15, Chinese forts will fire on any warship crossing the bar without prior notice, while ships that notify in advance may be admitted at authorities discretion. A Sokohawa telegram says several Chinese vessels were sunk in the recent clash with Japan.
Bailey hunts wife remains moved from country grave to city cemetery
James Bailey of Chillicothe seeks his wife's grave that was re interred a year ago in a county cemetery near Zanesville. His mother in law had secretly moved the remains to the city cemetery and Bailey, who bought a monument, learned of the relocation after a persistent search and has engaged an attorney. Coroner Beck attributes Joerten Foltan’s death to heart trouble or cerebral hemorrhage at 70 after a sudden collapse while walking. John W. Holtzman was elected chair of Marion county Democratic committee pledging strong action to build an organization and defeat Republicans.
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The Actor's Holliday Draws Large Park Theater Crowds
The Park theater continues to draw big audiences for The Actor's Holliday with the Donozetta acrobats receiving special favor. Murray and Mack present Finnigan's Ball next week with elaborate scenery and costumes while unrelated ads note a family seeking a girl for Monday breakfast, urging readers to consult The Sun.
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Fiendish crime in Kentucky mob hangs murderer
In Frankfort and Seattle reports a Black man named Boston is seized by a mob after allegedly assaulting Mrs Martin Nolan in Boston. He is hanged from a bridge and shot, while three arrests are noted for the Seattle homicide involving Mrs Miller and her young daughter whose home was set on fire.
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Commission Dealers Claim Purchasers Fooled Over Nutmeg Melons
Wholesale commission dealers say they are overstocked with nutmeg melons. A leading dealer told The Sun that early season buyers got poorer southern grade melons that were tasteless, while now Indiana grown melons arrive as the finest in ten years.
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Board of Works Faces Backlash Over Broadway Plan
The Board of Works approves declaratory resolutions to open Broadway from Massachusetts Ave to St Clair St, risking yard cuts and property damage. Proposals also halt Prospect St from Hed to Pleasant St and grade and travel Stoughton St from Woodruff Place to Appleton Lane, signaling likely strong opposition.
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Bomb label references Ravachol Valliant Bourdin
A bomb exploded near the New Cross post office on Tuesday night. The fragment carried a scorched label reading To the memory of Ravachol Valliant Bourdin Caserio, the names linked to notorious anarchists of the era.
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SIXTEEN BURIED IN COLLAPSED SWATHMA NEMETH BANK
Rupa Prim Aug 15 The new Handel’s bank building at Svathma Nemeth collapsed Tuesday evening burying 16 workmen. Five were extricated severely injured and others feared dead. Nearby items note assorted crimes accidents and political moves with mixed local details.
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Murder in Hen Coop Ends in Custody
Insurance man Frank McCrea surrendered at police headquarters after confessing to striking a raccoon with a club in his chicken coop during dawn. He believed the animal, owned by Supt Powell’s son, lay dead in the yard. McCrea was released on recognizance pending Powell’s return.
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Kennedy Rumor Denied as Kennedy On Pop Ticket Controversy
A Sun reporter found no evidence that D. F. Kennedy was expelled from the Central Labor Union for running for public office. The rumor circulated Tuesday and was quickly debunked Wednesday. a Monday night union vote on barring candidates was tabled, with members noting long-standing, loosely enforced rules.
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