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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1888
Page
1
Rudolph Gustav Kohn killed his wife during a Friday night quarrel then stabbed himself. Police found a room wrecked by violence with the woman's body on the floor and the dying husband nearby, both gravely injured.
Ricamona Virginia August 31 a mob seized Arch er Cook a brutal colored man accused of raping a young girl at Farmville and lynched him Friday morning. The report mixes other brief items from different datelines including mock weddings in New York and various criminal and political notes.
WIRE WHISPERS reports new service in the near future with fast steamers to operate from Milford South Wales to New York. Mrs Wm Robinson Lockport blind two years regained sight Friday. Senate Friday passed joint resolutions funding expenditures through mid September. Eighth Regiment O N G officers resign over tent fly policy. no action taken. Indiana weather rain and cooler forecast.
A report from Chattanooga dated August 31 states an old Dry Fork river bridge near Taylorsville Alabama collapsed while a group of youths crossed en route to a picnic. Four were killed and several seriously injured though full details are not yet available.
Chemist Dr. Hurry testified before the health board on the city water investigation. He questioned the current hydrant water, noting organic matter and possible vegetable fat, and cited a Woodruff place well sample that discoloring after standing. He warned that filtering may not stop minute plant seeds from contaminating water over time. President Davis defended the company’s facilities and noted the unused flume.
Chamies Baxter, 44, longtime employee of Born & Co. furniture dealers in United a Cloud, was arrested by Detective Haley and Superintendent Travis on grand larceny charges. Police allege Baxter sold many carpets and even exchanged carpets for house rent. Born claims no loss occurred and would not prosecute Baxter due to his family. Baxter cites buying carpets at auction and provides conflicting statements. He fired at 0 Greerst.
Two Can horn brothers sold a wagonload of hogs in Vincennes later identified as stolen from Birds. Bonds set at 809 dollars each for Isaac Courtney and wife while visiting friends near the city. Mrs Courtney and a man named Fink, Welch employee, disappeared after a night with the Welches and Browns. Fink, Mrs Courtney’s former flame, suspected of eloping. Chas Sheldon of Evansville, detained while in Princeton, warned to leave to avoid hanging after democratic speech threat.
Friday the Parry Manufacturing Company organized to produce vehicles of all kinds with capital stock of 35000 dollars, to be based in Indianapolis. Also reported Friday an accident injured John Shook at Williams Works, taken to Massachusetts Ave station and home to Brightwood. Marion county teachers institute adjourned after sessions with talks on grammar psychology. Charles J. Gardner arrested for selling unwholesome meat tied to a calf slaughter. New hat racks at Win L Rider's.
The outlook for eradicating yellow fever worsens as 23 new cases and 3 deaths are reported. Stores close, residents flee by train, with hot humid weather aiding transmission. Nighttime departures to the suburbs rise, Pablo on the coast becoming a destination for evacuees. Up to now 188 cases and 26 deaths recorded. Washington also notes many refugees passing through en route to New York.
Florence Scott, a colored girl, charged with loitering, sent to the workhouse after officers found her wandering the streets. Mrs. Rose Scanlan and Mrs. Kate Conroy charged with assault after a violent altercation in an alley over a wash tub and hair pulling, both residents near California and Courists. Fred held for grand jury action after theft of $16 from C. P. Custer at the Pyle house. Lulu, found money in Custer's room, offered no defense. Frank Samond clashed with Charles H. Diprel over a bicycle. court costs assessed and sentence to the workhouse pending payment.
Hartrom Aug 3 Spl Joseph Breed bank cashier who shot himself Wednesday was a defaulter. He served as trustee in three estates and appears short about 20000 in various positions of trust, a deficit possibly rising with further inquiry. Breed lived frugally and may have begun his misdeeds ten years ago, with most embezzled funds spent in vain stock recovery efforts.
W H Fisher completes a second year as general agent of the C H and L railroad with a year over year business increase of 5789 66. The Big Four and C H I pool era ends as interstate law shifts power with Rockwell and Visher noted for Cincinnati Indianapolis traffic. C H I carries about 35 percent of the fare between Cincinnati and Indianapolis. A special Sunday morning train departs 7 30 am from Cincinnati with two stops. The Akron Fort Wayne merger contract is filed. Blue River park hosts a basket meeting Sunday Sept 2 under Mt Zion church, Rev J M Marton speaking on a unique title Damn Hot Day. Trains leave at 8 am on the C H D. I D W rail line last season excursion to Bloomingdale Glens Sunday Sept 9 departing 7 am. I B W offers Chicago excursions at 5 or 3 76 one way. Indianapolis Journal offers $2000 reward for affidavit regarding Harrison dinner remark. I B W fare unchanged at 8 70 one way 6.00 round trip from city ticket office 128 S Hingiss Go Butler Gen Agt
Report claims John Lamb of Indiana Democratic Committee presented a canvass predicting Harrison support statewide and a Republican margin in Indiana for the national ticket while another internal memo suggested the state could still swing Democratic with a strong governor candidate. Judge Thurman hints at limited gains in the west as Democrats shift focus eastward. Chairman Jewett refutes Lamb’s involvement and any truth to the statements.
General Hovey Republican candidate for Indiana governor spoke in Cincinnati saying he expects veterans to back the GOP. He noted about 7,400 veterans in Indiana, roughly one third vote Democratic, and predicted about half will support Republicans this fall. He attacked opponent Matson over unreported pension bills and said veterans will determine the race.
Emil Wolfe, a young German visitor from Baden Baden, arrived claiming bank fortune heirship and friendship with saloon keeper Hubert Zim. Wolfe produced letters of credit and swindled Zim and others before suspicion led to arrest. authorities report he has run up debts citywide.
London August 31 reports a third in a series of mysterious crimes at Whitechapel. A woman found dying with a horrific indecent wound, unable to clearly identify her assailant. Authorities suspect a single insane attacker behind the assaults.
Rogers Crry reports a spreading epidemic resembling cholera with rapid deaths and patients suffering from first bowel distress followed by black vomiting. Physicians are unable to treat effectively as the disease advances within hours. Nine deaths in a single day alarm residents.
In Indianapolis Aug 30 the Hoosiers faced Chicago before about 500 fans. Krock and Flint starred for Chicago, Boyle and Myers for Indianapolis with Daniels umpiring. Scoring stayed low as both teams went scoreless through several innings, with key plays including Hines on base twice and Anson near Louisville. Final lines show Chicago 4 runs to Indianapolis 0 with tight defense and multiple forwards. The game featured several baserunners and numerous outs via smart fielding.
A Commercial assembly committee urged city clothing dealers to close on Labor Day at 9 a.m with broad support. Other sectors also agreed to an earlier closure. In a separate item from London August 31 General Prajevalaky the Russian explorer began his Thibet expedition from St Petersburg amid hopes of safe conduct and a potential political invasion.
The trust reports rising service connection orders and Secretary Merrifield states a need for 50 journeyman plumbers to handle demand.
Charitable excursion train from Indianapolis to Cincinnati on Sept 1 and 4 via Old Reliable C H D offers roundtrip for 2 50. Tickets valid on regular trains Saturday and Sunday and a special fast train from Indianapolis at 6 45 a m Sunday Sept 2 returnable until Sept 8 Wednesday night. Supporters urged to participate for the organized German charities.
Morris Moreland, praised for shooting two White Caps in Leavenworth, is described as fearless and shrewd, with a red hair, medium build, and a small arsenal at home. He declares readiness against the gang and urges law enforcement to act. the piece also notes a raider’s clothing found and highlights John Weathers’s bold stance against the White Caps. The article questions rumors of disbanding and hints at political tensions and upcoming elections.
A special train departs Union depot at 7 a m and returns the same day. Fare is $0.50 with $15 future ticket option from L D W ticket office and Milnors at and Union apt. Contact Teleplo re 1026 for details.
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