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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1888
Page
1
The Sun states Sherman balked at joining Gen. Harrison’s cabinet fearing Fire-alarm Foraker could win the senate seat. It recalls Foraker’s Chicago tricks and mocks Harrison’s need to endure the Ohio governor’s fiery style and harsh rhetoric.
Belva Lockwood, speaking in Philadelphia, claims she was robbed of thousands of votes from Maine to California and that ballots were burned or miscounted in New York and Philadelphia. She asserts she received about 2,000 votes in Philadelphia but were not credited. She predicts the woman who runs in 92 will be elected.
Attorney general Michener, upbeat in his Indianapolis office, says Gen. Harrison has not yet named a cabinet. He notes Harrison's surprising political acumen and credits the national committee for substantial campaign aid, while hinting at regional influence in the northern part of the city.
Scene on a Pennsylvania street Saturday morning shows a crowd of colored boys near Withevrea by Savecagni. Two dueling with bricks sparked by an argument escalate but end when the duel is halted and rain continues. Also reports a New York business syndicate forming to complete the Panama jana and the death of James Greer, presiding elder of the Warsaw district, from throat disease.
The week saw 74 transfers totaling 137181.65 with notable deeds including J J Sherilit to J H Lemeeke opposite city hall and James Renihan to J C Guncker on Tennessee and Maryland streets. Fifteen building permits issued costing 11476 and one for M Maus to erect a brick house at New York and California costs 5000. Equitable Trust and various buyers completed numerous lot purchases across Patterson, Yeiser, Coffin, and Beaty additions.
The Artemes, sailing from Liverpool, brought captain, mate, and two seamen from the Portland bound schooner Ethel M. Davis. A hurricane on November 24 capsized the craft, drowning the steward and two sailors. Five men endured four days at sea with no food or drink before rescue.
In Brooklyn a brutal ten round fight between Charley McGinness and Joe Glassy ended in a draw after McGinness suffered a broken jaw near the end of the first round but continued fighting. The bout drew many New York and Brooklyn spectators.
Charles Day and William Sanders, colored juveniles, were tried for vagrancy with Day convicted after a prior similar charge. Walter Taylor, 16, accused of stealing a bushel of corn from Piel's starch factory, testified to witnesses but case held for mother’s statement. Lee Hamlin and Sylvesterverton admitted ages as adults amid robbery allegations. cases postponed. Grand jury to review Frank P. Clark’s highway robbery accusation. witnesses sent to grand jury. M. P. Kimberlin acquitted after twice knocking down William Burns who insulted him while intoxicated.
The school board met Friday evening. The treasurer reported warrants totaling 32,149.95 drawn in November and a December 1 balance of 3,567.46 across funds including deficits in library and tuition funds. Bills of 1,662.25 were ordered paid. Supt. Jones noted election effects on attendance and approved starting after New Year with remaining days made up. The library page salary rose to 20 per month. A temporary 23,000 loan at 6 percent was ordered to meet obligations.
Rev Jeffery of First Baptist preaches The Mystery of Godliness in the morning and Miracles in the evening. Rev Lucas at Central Christian speaks A Doorkeeper in the House of the Lord in the morning and If the Bible is False What Then in the evening. Rev Angela Dougherty of Terre Haute occupies Murflower pulpit. Rev MicCulloch’s morning Let Me Never be Put to Confusion and evening The Unwritten of Life. Meridian St UY Francis Murphy speaks on temperance in the evening. Keen’s morning Pretentious Religion at Roberts Park. Morning subset E D Daniels New Church Cutting Off the Hand and Plucking Out the Ye and What is the New Church in the evening. Rev Dr Whallon at Second Presbyterian both morning and evening. Rev J A Pollock preaches at United Presbyterian in the morning Who is on the Lord’s Side at Massachusetts Ave and East St. Second Christian pastor William Sellers of Normal Ill preaches in the evening The Church Identified.
World exclusive from Berlin says the white book of official correspondence sent to the reichstag contains writing from Bismarck condemning the German East Africa company in Zanzibar and blaming Germany's troubles there on its impertinent incompetency.
Cincinnati report notes W. C. McKinney of the Indianapolis Police seeks endorsement for a responsible railway mail service position. The item highlights a police officer pursuing federal appointment prospects and mentions the campaign in progress.
Kilrain telegraphs from Boston that he accepts Sullivan's challenge. The brief message confirms the boxer's willingness to meet in the ring, signaling the start of official arrangements for the bout with Sullivan.
Wasuinevon December 1 Spl. Sam Randall is quoted as saying Democrats need Republicans to control both houses to push their schemes. He argues new states will not hurt Democrats as Illinois, Ohio, and Iowa trends favor Democrats, while Indiana may stay Democratic for years.
The Grand gears up for Zig Zag a foremost musical farce comedy with original company elaborate scenery and costumes. Anna Boyd stars in Gabrielle and the east hype includes Terry the Swell at English's later in the week. Florence Bindley returns to Park with Dot and The Danites Billie Piper. Alice J Shaw will headline a Grand concert with Signor Tagleapetra and Ollie Forbett. Eden Musee showcases George the turtle boy Prof Miller and his bees and a big snake.
A sequence of local notes reports Judge Howe Friday divorced Rose and J to W. Emrich after the husband failed to provide. Various Saturday filings include Hyansville savings and investment filing articles with capital stock of 500000 and Fr Wayne transfer and storage with 5000. A ten days revival at Fletcher place M E church led by Dr Keen features two services daily. The article notes a republican tilt in the Supreme Court and future sheriff and librarian offices. A Boston Mendelssohn concert is planned for Dec 22 at Tomlinson hall under K of P auspices.
Philadelphia dispatch reports the Erie express struck a milk wagon at a crossing in Paterson New Jersey. Three brothers named Popp were killed instantly. the wagon crushed and scattered. train crew rendered aid but all victims were fatally injured. The cause remains under investigation.
Four men were arrested on Tuesday afternoon for felonious activity, with T. W. Watson identified as Tom White, a famed hotel thief. He had targeted a safe job in a local town, boasting a history from Chicago to New Orleans and Columbus. White complained of being pinched by a kid detective Sorters.
A cave in at American Cannel Coal Company's mines in Cannelton Friday killed John Gannon and fatally injured a miner named Reed. Four men were killed at the same site two weeks earlier. Col Root, a prominent Elkhart county figure, died aged 84. Prior to railroads he worked on the Chicago road, a main route to Detroit. In Montgomery county, Scott and two other townships once funded a subsidy to the Anderson Lebanon St Louis road later carried by Indiana Midland, which faced a $25,000 tax dispute now blocked by court. Nearby Valparaiso reported David Hogast struck by a wagon on the head. James Warman aged 7 and John Williams aged 55 died previously in county. George Dodge, 16, appointed manager of Western Union’s office. Public sentiment grows for a new plan.
The twenty second annual report to Gay and Gray notes 462 inmates, 190 entered last year, 2200 since founding, 44 commutations with only four deemed unworthy. Cost per boy per year is 120 dollars. Recommend purchasing 160 more acres, farm labor training, overcrowded trades, avoid enlisting juveniles with hardened criminals, seek 24000 dollars for laundry and steam heat, and establish a second reform school for young men aged 4 to 25.
The Chimes of Normandy shows improve as performers Amateurs Smiley Frank Richards gen Harrison box Friday night. Smiley, despite a cold, faces an audience and lacks reading skill yet shows talent. Also notes Killen escaped from prison in Columbus but died after confrontation. Chin Pai sues for divorce in Denver, citing infidelity.
The steam boat Maryland caught fire Friday midnight at Port Morris on the Harlem river with the Washington express on board. Fifty passengers were awakened from their berths and escaped in night garments. two were badly burned. Col. Conger of Akron, Ohio, was aboard. The boat and train burned with losses estimated at $150,000.
Washington reports the Senate tariff bill faces a doubtful fate with Western senators opposed and Plumb expected to attack provisions. Manufacturers alarmed plan to lobby Eastern senators to kill or recommit the measure. In Connecticut Social Circles, Rev S C Williams is accused by Mrs Robinson of misconduct, but the grand jury investigation was withdrawn after clergy allies intervened.
Dr Henry Long sues for divorce from Druscilla F Long in Judge Taylor's court reporting that she circulated rumors harming his practice and haunted his office. She files a cross complaint. main issue is property division. Long is a prominent physician.
A grand jury returned an indictment Friday against Sam Cathcart for forgery. He allegedly posed as a traveling salesman for S Cupples Furniture Co of St Louis and presented a $100 check bearing that firm's signature to the Denison house, which cashed it. Cathcart is in custody in St Louis awaiting requisition papers for return.
J. B. Carter, a wealthy Colorado farmer, arrived in Buunean City to wed Ella Parks after a correspondence engagement. Parks initially ordered him to leave but relented once she learned of his wealth. They married at 4 AM Friday and left for the West an hour later.
Federal grand jury spent Friday investigating the Dudley letter. Editor Morss and others tied to the Dudley charges lingered near the jury room and were called. A partial report seemed likely Saturday with a weeklong adjournment, and an indictment against Dudley was broadly expected.
W B Walls attorney sues Justice Smock James N Stevens John Dunn and W H Ripley for 5000 alleging on election day they conspired to arrest him depriving voting rights. Affidavit cited claims no offense under state law. Also Pruitt forecloses mechanic lien on Nunn property. judge Hadley rules lien unenforceable but awards 611 to plaintiff for house build belief of rightful lot ownership.
Tenth annual report of the soldiers and sailors orphans home at Knightstown filed with the governor Friday. It reports 3840 inmates and 100 favorable applicants who cannot be admitted due to lack of adequate accommodations. Girl inmates are becoming good seamstresses and boys progress in industrial work. A new hospital is recommended though health has been good.
Arnament Trene Bowman petitions the superior court Friday to annul her marriage to William Stevenson from June 1864, alleging he was already married to Susan Hand in Morgan county at the time. She claims Stevenson abandoned her years ago and returned to his former wife, whom he wed in 1957.
The Harrison colored literary society held a debate on whether the negro vote should split its support. Chairman W. Allison Sweeny presided as young speakers argued for and against division with jurors and a strong oyster supper to follow. The verdict favored keeping the vote united, 8 to 2 against division, amid lively oratory and crowd engagement.
City residents offered special rates for Sunday dinners at Taggart's Union Station dining hall. Dinney- vory schedules show dining from 8 o clock. The notice underscores a community meal program tied to local dining venues.
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