This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1899
Page
1
Rev. Alfred J. Waller narrowly escaped being cut by an express train as he stepped onto cattle-guard strips near Avon Indiana. He freed his foot by removing his shoe and barely jumped clear as the engine roared past. He walked home afterward to tell a dramatic tale at prayer meeting.
In Logansport Indiana on December 25 preliminary hearings began for Stephen Whitmore murder suspects in Justice J C Never's court. Moses Van Dayne Henry Fox Alferd Whiteside and Mrs Charlotte Slagel testified about morphine purchases around Whitmore's disappearance. The stomach test indicated death by morphia. Van Dyne and Slagel remained to be examined. Whiteside and Fox may be released while Slagel and Van Dyne are bonded.
Anderson Ind December 2 window glass cutters and flatteners say a subsidy will be provided next week to support all cutters and flatteners of the federated body nationwide. Men in the federated body object to paying 25 percent of wages for idle workers.
Hugh Mitchell, a watchman at the government depot in Jeffersonville, was found Saturday morning with his skull crushed and a bloodstained heavy auger at his side. He is alive but dying. assailants are unknown.
John Reedy of Honey Creek wed Miss Ose Cummins in Cincinnati after a failed Munice license attempt. The 16 year old groom and 27 year old bride kept their plan secret until the magistrate ceremony. Parents forgave them and the groom returned to school while the bride remains at home.
A garbled excerpt mentions Gennett theater in Anderson and a millinery store in Wabash. It notes Miss Alee and references to handlooms and openings, indicating a local events brief with names and places but few readable details.
The Pennsylvania railroad will launch a pension department January 1 east of Pittsburgh. Officers and employees aged 70 or 65 to 69 with 30+ years service, who are physically disqualified, will be retired on monthly pensions. Pensions cap at 300,069 dollars annually, with 1 percent of average pay per year of service, paid monthly until death. Nearly 1,000 retirees expected January 1. plans may spread west of Pittsburgh.
C F Smith predicts starting automobile manufacturing in about three months with a workforce of 150 men. He says the industry has a great future but notes batteries keep costs high and expects prices to fall only gradually. He doubts cars will soon replace horse-drawn vehicles and streetcars.
Indianapolis and vicinity forecast for the 36 hours ending 8 p m on December 26 calls for fair weather. Monday night will be warmer and fair, with Tuesday remaining fair. Temperature at 7 am is 14 degrees.
Clark analyzed a buttermilk sample tied to illness in Ben Watkins and Charles Hugely families, finding no harmful substance. Respondents report ill effects occurred only when both sausage and buttermilk were consumed, sausage not analyzed. List of unrelated items follows: Selling Out Robes Blankets Harness and trunks. Van Derpoot Feed your Horse Jane Dustoss Osta Grand hotel cafe Meals 35 cent.
The Sun offered watches to carrier boys who listed subscribers by December 1 and cash prizes for fewer new names. Winners include Geo L Freeman Dublin Indiana 50 subs, Miranda Draper Whiteland Indiana 33 per day, Harry Brandruff Staunton Indiana 30 per day, and others across Indiana. Watches ordered from Jeweler Sipe and to be delivered soon.
In Brownsville Pennsylvania on Christmas Day, a Brazwell mine explosion kills about 40 men, many horribly mutilated, amid reports of gross negligence and a lack of safety lamps. Rescue work is slow as debris blocks access and gas is blamed.
The Consumers' gas trust company reports one engine in operation at its Gilman station, 27 miles north of the city, with noticeable pressure improvement in Indianapolis. Two more engines may be ready in January to pump 40,000,000 additional feet of gas daily.
In Cape Girardeau Missouri on a Saturday a Southern Missouri and Arkansas railroad train was robbed of an express package worth $5,000. The messenger failed to lock his safe and James Lewis a Black section hand riding in the express car was arrested on suspicion.
Chas G Ticheror of Cumberland was arrested early Sunday for assault with intent to kill John Lucas. He awaits the county jail decision regarding Lucas as the victim lies at risk from the blow struck with a billiard cue. Lucas's condition is grave and may prove fatal.
Senator Beveridge returns from Washington to spend Christmas at home in Indianapolis. He says the most important issue before Congress will be the financial bill and a possible Philippines resolution. He notes Democrats pressing imperialism as a campaign issue while Republicans seem to rest. Beveridge mentions conversations with President McKinley after his Philippines trip and declines to discuss details.
A broken wheel on the engine of the Los Angeles to Pomona train caused a wreck Sunday evening. One person is confirmed dead and several others are fatally injured. Among the injured are engineers David Johnson and Evans, Lyman White, Milton Monroe, August Lafardie, J. A. White, George Donaldson, and multiple unnamed passengers. Remaining wounded and the unknowns face likely fatal outcomes.
Brazilian Balm promises cures for cold and croup with samples priced at 1c. The ad lists lap robes blankets driving gloves and coachman's capes with low prices at Strawmyers NiNus at 7 Monument Place.
Manila dispatch notes Pangasinans believe Americans have wings after Gen Wheaton’s rapid San Fabian landing. News describes swift operations, naval support at Lingayen gulf, and a near casualty-free assault led by Capt Howland.
Eyewitness account by ED L KEEN describes Wheaton and Lieut Coleman leading men across a rain soaked bridge to capture the town. Prisoners, many shouting Libertad, thanked American troops with tears and embraces while locals grew weary of revolution. A telegraph from Aguinaldo urged Dagupan troops to trench up and arm with poisoned arrows. three Fullpirno soldiers lay dead.
Chicago citizens form a society to suppress music arguing it is degenerate. They plan to seek a charter from Cincinnati, form Chicago subgroups, and use law to declare music a nuisance. Attacks target street bards, hand organs, saloon music halls, piano practice, boarding-house accordions, coon songs, and rag-time melodies.
William Welch a bartender, employed by William Wild at 315 Doug dlass sr., faced police court Monday morning charged with shooting Marion Hansberry in the leg. The case was continued until Jan 6. The man reportedly demanded liquor from a bottle in the saloon and threatened to drink it, prompting the bartender to shoot.
Police report Brady fined for a Saturday night fight with Storey over a woman. A $25 fire damaged A M Dye house from a defective flue. Christmas services at Holy Innocents church featured a musical program. A March meeting of a minister committee plans a seminary for women. The contracts committee of the common council to discuss a gas ordinance. City attorney Kern to brief the gas issue. Chess champ Pillsbury to perform blindfolded at the YMCA. Mary J. Gaskill seeks Lafayette soldiers home admission. Amphions accompanist Teichert receives a loving cup. Mrs May Wright Sewall to address teachers about school and society.
Norfolk report tells of the British steamer Ariosto wrecking near Hatteras North Carolina. Captain Baines and eight crew were saved by the Ocracoke life saving crew after twenty one men perished in the surf while attempting to reach shore on small boats. The ship carried cargo from Galveston to Hampton and faced furious waves all night.
A birthday gathering for Charles A Weber at 1011 Villa Street turned violent as Weber and his wife fought for about an hour, moving between the house and Woodhouse. Weber, described as a strong man, was arrested by police after the altercation. He claimed they were merely fighting over nothing while drinking.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.