23 Dec 1898
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1898
Page
1
Carlist agents in London and New York claim a vast mobilization plan, a 20,030,000 peseta war chest, and a 163,680 strong force hidden across Spain. Don Carlos aims to strike when Madrid debates the peace treaty, coordinating a mobilization echoing Prussian methods and ready to seize Madrid with broad backing and ample funds.
The piece outlines factional support for Hanly and Beveridge amid shifting allegiances among Indiana legislators and congressmen. It notes Steele, Taylor, Hawkins, and New influencing votes, while John W. Baker eyes speaker, and Francis Roots campaigns amid power-centralization concerns.
The New England Society of Cincinnati hosted its annual banquet at the Grand Hotel. General Miles answered the toast on The spirit of New England and John C. Breckinridge spoke on Santiago's duty. Dr S Pontner of the war investigating commission discussed the aftermath of war. Governor Bushnell attended along with other notables.
Police report says Louis Hyman, a poultry dealer, was sent to the grand jury on Friday by the county authorities in Hendricks county. Townsend, a local farmer, allegedly found six valuable ture items and related food charges are under investigation.
A Madrid dispatch says three days of heavy fighting surround the town with thousands of natives. Natives attacked intrenchments on Dec 13 with knives and swords while Spanish troops manned fortifications and fired artillery. Spanish casualties were six killed and 17 wounded.
Washington reports exports of manufactured English goods to the United States fell in November and overall for the first 11 months of 1898. The Treasury statistics show Americans bought less from England in most categories, while Britain imported more American goods, signaling a favorable shift in trade.
In Ansonia Conn on December 23 Andrew Boyd a machinist suffered fatal burns when coworkers at the Farrel foundry released steam as a joke. They tried to shut the valve but he died soon after being removed from the boiler.
Putnam county farmer W. H. Smith obtained a circuit court judgment Thursday afternoon against R. R. Shiel & Co. for the price of a load of hogs. Shiel & Co. refused payment claiming alleged claim by Smith Wysong and Voris.
The city’s plan to buy the water plant stalls after C. H. Payson, one of two stockholders authorized to seal a sale, dies in Boston on Wednesday night. If the remaining stockholders withdraw by January 1, the sale collapses and delays mount.
About 100 members of the New England society and guests gathered at the Denison for their annual banquet with Dr. N A Hyde as toastmaster. Judge R B Taylor, Charles Major, Rev Charles H Percival, Allen M Fletcher, Rev B A Jenkins and John A Finch offered reflections on Puritans, Mayflower heritage, Puritan stereotypes, and modern New England life.
Greenlawn cemetery watcher Tim O Connor is discharged by a county grand jury after fatally shooting Charles Tracy during a snowball clash. Indictments include murder, burglary, grand larceny, robbery, assault and battery, and conspiracy. Flavius J Meyers linked to an indictment as former asylum superintendent.
The post office will open at 9 on Sunday to deliver Christmas packages. The rush is the largest in years yet handled smoothly with three stamp windows and three scales in use. A weighing clerk worked the lobby as a market basket of gifts moved through. crowds formed while she waited for weighing.
James Swatted Joshua Mundon in a police court where James faced highway robbery and Mike Welch faced assault and battery. Mundon, a criminal veteran, testified that Welch struck him and took 15 cents then returned it. James received five dollars and 30 days. Mike was discharged.
Maj Russell Harrison provost marshal was ordered by Maj Gen Lee to lower the flag he raised over Fort Azares without orders. The banner was lowered a few hours later but remained visible from the harbor at 4 30, violating the evacuation commission pledge that no American flags fly before January 1.
Washington detectives seek rankers and distributors of a newly found counterfeit $31 silver certificate of the 1896 series with check letter C plate 34. It bears signatures of B K Bruce and Ellis H Roberts. The fake uses a poorly executed photo engraving on heavy bond paper. Stella Music Boxes.
Fred Grossett was named guardian by Probate Commissioner Walker for John George Fies who is now in the Central insane hospital. Ries, the man’s wife, had been committed to the asylum months earlier. Ries was questioned about his property and expressed relief at the court’s belief he is not insane if he stops drinking.
Twenty five men paid £25 each to shoot in the Grand rai handicap pigeon shoal. By 2 p.m. after 20 rounds, McSturchey led with a clean score, while Fanning and Hallowell fell behind. The ten highest scorers would share the prize, with some entrants dropping out under the three mails and out rule.
Forecast for Indiananalis and vicinity for the 60 hours ending 5 p.m. Dec 25 calls for colder dry conditions. Friday night will be fair, followed by continued fair weather Saturday and Sunday. Early Friday temperatures ranged from 30 at 7 a.m. to 8 at noon and 4 at 2 p.m.
Ernest and Eric Lindenberg, stone carvers of 2321 Olney Street, were arrested Friday on assault and battery charges after a quarrel in Rush's saloon Brightwood. Bartender Jacob Ludwig drew a revolver, wounding Ernest Lindenberg in the arm. Ludwig surrendered later Friday afternoon. Lindenberg injuries not serious.
Intervening petitions totaling 29 filed in the Iron Hall receiver ship case may delay settlement. Claims come from New York asking to share in any future distribution of proceeds. Petitions state that claims were rejected by the supreme sitting of the order over alleged per capita tax shortfalls by their branches.
A Havana cable from Friday morning to the United States president McKinley reports the city council in solemn session resolved in the name of the people of Havana to return its warmest thanks for the contribution sent in aid of the needy poor. Signed Marquis Esteban, president.
Adjutant Sherwin of the Second Illinois reports the regimental band is under arrest in Savannah after refusing to depart with the regiment from Marianao Cuba to Michigan amid mutiny accusations. The band’s further actions and consequences are not detailed in the report.
Tommy Crosby, a youth described as a boy in knee pants, killed Deputy Sheriff Nye during a writ service on Crosby's mother. He claims self defense to save the family home and asserts no remorse, while an inquest began Friday morning amid testimonies that the mother ordered the shot.
New York reports the grip spreading with 45 090 in city schools unable to attend. Fifty thousand Manhattan children and workers across federal offices show rising illness while ten deaths occur Thursday. Washington offices report high absenteeism in the printing and engraving bureaus as grip spreads.
A prominent Republican senator warns that Puerto Rico could bring more trouble than the Philippines. He argues the small island’s oppressed people may demand too much liberty and attract foreign settlers seeking profits, risking overpopulation and unrest in the territory.
A Washington dispatch reports Britain ready to abrogate the Clayton Bulwer treaty clearing the way for a national canal. Sir Julian Pauncefote is to receive instructions to begin negotiations with Britain likely to seek concessions in return. Details on what will be asked remain undisclosed.
The board nearly agrees on a bill to ease sectarian school attacks on the State board of education. Sept Geeting to draft the measure. Provisions include licenses for university graduates and state normal graduates with vocational teaching limits and a three-member board expansion. Governor to appoint two county superintendents. A separate agriculture bill omits exams and sets daily nature study.
Ex Confederates meeting in Memphis on December 2 discuss federal pensions for veterans. They condemn schemes to pension ex‑confederates while urging liberal appropriations for maintenance of Confederate soldiers.
Disjointed OCR notes claim the Brooks oil company clashed with a state oil inspector over pricing and inspection delays. The fragment hints at legal leeway, a five day window, and pressure from Brooks friends affecting shipments and scheduling.
In a troubled notice from 1419 Charleey ERS, Elizabeth Fortze died at home from a pulmonary hemorrhage. Coroner Nash notes hemorrhagic blood loss as a possible cause. Undertaker Tauck prepares the funeral. The report hints at tuberculous involvement and vessel rupture but specifics are unclear.
Maj Gen and Mrs Miles and aide Mieckler visited Cincinnati and Clifton School. A carriage drew up before the school where children saluted the general who bowed, dipping their heads in respect. The party left for Washington at noon.
Police report details Leonard Hinkle incident near 103 N Now. He allegedly collided with a woman named Mrs. Iwins in Pennsylvania area. The case says Hinkle was driving but no serious injuries were noted.
Christian Wiese leads in burials bids with prices by coffin size and Frank A Blanchard offers lower figures. Parrott Taggart and Hitz Baking submit bread bids. board weighs baking at the poor asylum to cut costs and may approve a change if ovens prove cheaper for workhouse and poor farm bread.
Wire notes from a busy day include a London palace theater fire and extended dispatches. Reports mention Patrick Haggerty dying at Malone and Eberhardt Starkey in Carrollton, plus a New York vessel arrival with Sampson aboard and a Dreyfus dossier development. Local events touch on a pope attack on Italian ecclesiastical law and a large Methodist century initiative in education.
A prominent state official with known temperance views received from a Kentucky revenue officer on Friday a phasketful of mistletoe and two quarts of whisky with a wish for a merry Christmas from the official’s office.
The supreme court overruled a petition for a rehearing in the Wm. J. Montgomery case and affirmed lower court rulings on co employer liability. The decision comments on political bias claims and notes the judges involved, with Judge Howard authoring the opinion and Mos. Driver divorce and support affirmed. The court will likely act again Friday on further petitions as three judges prepare to retire.
The War Department orders Huntsville cavalry to the Missouri department with Fort Riley as HQ. The Sixth Cavalry will relieve the First to guard Rosebud and Pine Ridge Indians. Officials fear reduced reserves could hinder Cuba deployment if trouble arises.
Jeffersonville Ind Dec 22 Capt Addison Northam 67 a famed river man died Friday morning He leaves a family and a long record on the Ohio River with years of service as a mariner and captain in the trade.
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