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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 02, 1895

Page

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Judge Stubbs Freezes Mrs Hyatt In Prostitution Case

Mrs Imogene Hyatt and a man calling himself T N Wilson were arrested in a house of ill repute and arraigned on prostitution charges. Judge Stubbs called the arrest outrageous and villainous and discharged Hyatt with an unblemished character, expressing contempt for the conspirators. He urged catching Wilson and denounced the crookedness in the case.

Imogene Hyatt T. N. Wilson Stubbs Wilson Albert Tucker Kosciusko County Hyatt Villianous Mrs. Hyatt Buchanan Simpson

Wop Wappenhans Predicts Severe Winter Again

The Ingalls block weather adjuster Wappenhans boasted of a right forecast as he cited a 22.5 degree high and a 3 degree low, claiming a pattern of mild winters followed by severe ones. He warned Sunday and Monday would bring colder air while zero weather stretched across the western states to Oklahoma.

Wappephans Mercury Ingalls Block Sun Wappenhans Oklahoma Dal Wappermans Tae Sun

Courageous nurse perishes with four in Cleveland blaze

Fire destroyed Deaconesses hospital on Jennings-avenue Cleveland Friday night. In the garret two male patients and an infant were trapped. Nurse Minnie Baumert penetrated smoke to plead for a patient but perished with the three. Other victims include Mrs Wallace and Rev Schnure who are injured or recovering, with weather forecasts and local notices following.

Relhless Cleveland Jennings-ava Garret Minnie Baumert

Fall line of Book Cases at Wm. L. Elaera

Readable fragments indicate a fall line of book cases offered by William L. Elaera. The item list suggests a local dealer advertisement or catalog note detailing furniture availability and pricing presented in a period newspaper style.

Wm. L.elaera

Gossip of the Street: Celebrity Quips and Opinions

A montage of brief quoted remarks from assorted figures, including Merrill Moores warning about cigarettes, Louis Kriel on magazines, Candyman Reeves on Groundhog Day, Tom Taggart about earnings, Billy Wilkins on journalism, Elvna Roberts on natural gas, and others. The items span health, media trends, politics, labor, and social issues, reflecting varied public sentiments.

Merrill Moores Louis Kriel Grand Hotel News Deaier Candyman Reeves The State House Tom Taggart Billy Wilkins Elvna Roberts Wari Brown Kuss Anderson Onio Stdentiet Indianapolis Col. Wildman Bogard of Works Merle Warner

Vaults Torn Open in Vernon Bank Robbery

The vault of the National Bank of Vernon was blown open with dynamite about 2 oclock Saturday morning and robbed of 400 dollars in silver and 700 dollars in stamps along with several depositor boxes. The time lock remained intact.

Rome N. Y National Bank of Vernon

Sun to Publish The People of the Mist in Three Installments

The Sun announces a three installment publication of The People of the Mist by Rider Haggard. The story, in three weekly parts on Tuesday Thursday and Saturday, will double the paper size and debut in a new typeface with broader coverage of other matters.

the Sun People of the Mist Rider Haggard Mr. Haggard England Africa Jess King Solomon’s Mines People of the Tus Sun Tax Sun Indiana Tun Sun

Methodist pastor in Aurora kills wife and child then shoots himself

Rev Budd Ellis of Clay Hill Methodist Church quarrels over a trade, shoots his wife in the neck and body, shoots his five year old daughter in the head, then cleans his hands and kills himself in his brother’s house, leaving a fatal massacre in early February.

Aurora Budd Ellis Clay Hill

Elmer J Stevenson Appointed Receiver At Indiana Bank

Indiana bank, dormant for about two decades, appoints Elmer J Stevenson of Fesler Stevenson as receiver to replace Frederick Rand who resigned. Bonds set at $1000, signed by Merrill Moores, Wm Fesler and Jesse Dewitt Long.

Elmr Stevenson Elmer J. Stevenson Fesler & Stevenson Indiana Banking Company Frederick Rand Merrill Moores Wm. Fesler Jesse Dewitt Long

Turbulent Deliberations Over Temperance Bills Spark House Scene

A chaotic Thursday night temperance committee session in Indianapolis spilled into public view as Republicans in both chambers act to smother proposed measures. Higbee and Rep Ripbee clashed over the Nicholson bill while labor leaders urged worker representation on committees. A Friday petition in Johnson county backed the Nicholson proposal amid shifting Senate tempers. Senator Jordan denounced calls to oust him and disputed gas belt figures. Gov. Matthews set a special election date in Wabash and Kosciusko counties for Senator Thayer’s seat, with the race likely delayed. A legislative inquiry looms over alleged jailhouse treatment and gas belt data.

House Temperance Committee Nicholson Temperance Committee Ripbee Sullivan Camp Evanne- Ville Crawfordaville Adams Wagon Senale Baeties McLean Democratic Bouy Kennedy Labor D. & Kennedy Roscoe Barnett Robert Groff House Committee Indianapolis Mmar‘indale Jordan Capitol Steps Snd Sun Indiana Anderson Senate Matthews Wabash Kosciusko Thayer

Paralyzed Gabe Ward's widow seeks guardianship for Nellie Blank

In circuit court a small, stooped, partially deaf woman asks the Board of Children's Guardians to take Nellie Blank, a 12 year old previously placed in St Louis, as she is married again and does not wish to keep the child. Gabe Ward died in April. Also, Albert J Hesler, a colored clerk, was arrested in Boston on a 100 forgery charge, suspected of forging his employer's name on checks and tied to larger frauds.

Goss Lexington Brate-ste Snd Ramsey-ave Michigan-at Capivol-ave Twentieth-st Alabama-at Homeave Brinkmanst Bary Metcalf Connie Stonebarger Russe Gabe Ward Cass Nellie Blank Board of Children’s Guardians Gabe St. Louis Boston Albert J. Hesler Henry D. Hyde Hiesler Hester Ava Potlar Maverick Bank Wuo

Prison visits reveal brutal cruelty claims by convicts

CBARG 28 AGAINST PATTEN reports harrowing testimonies from prison committee visits to the southern prison. Clerk Rollo Oglesby recalls dozens of convicts rushing to the committees with stories of revolting cruelty.

CBARG Patten Rollo Oglesby Senate du 'Geona Houston

Piano Theft Arrest Narrows in Union Station Incident

C. W. Williams, described as a noted crook, was arrested in Union Station while allegedly in the act of shipping a piano. He claimed to rent it for his step-daughter and was sent to 113 Indiana Ave where he boxed the piano. A Detroit suspect matching his description is wanted for similar offenses. a $200 reward was offered for Williams's arrest and he offered detectives $200 to release him, which was refused.

C. W. Williams Union Vravelend Carlin & Lennox Indianua Ave Detroit Mich Wiliams

German newspaper founder dies amid wartime treason case

Moritz Niedner founder of the first evening German newspaper in the West dies in St Louis. During the war he was convicted of treason for publishing a seditious article and sentenced to be shot. A reporter confessed authorship and Niedner was released while the reporter died in his place. The Typhoid scare halts oyster shipments to England as The Tribune notes. The Black Crook closes at England's. My Aunt Bridget ends its Park engagement. A Daly backed theatrical company touring the Grand presents Friends, a Milton Koyle work, praised for its staging and cast.

St. Louis Moritz Nuiedner Niedner Bridget the Park Daly’s Theater London the Grand New York Augustum Daly Milton Koyle Grand Opera House Boyle Lucien Henderson

Locked Up at His Own Request for Burglary in Gary

John Carr, 22, walked into the Gary police station on a Saturday night and admitted burglary at Kerr and Ire’s saloon 68 West Washington, stealing about 14 dollars sent to his wife in St Louis. He said he robbed the cash drawer to provide for his wife, would not reveal her address, and turned himself in due to overwhelming guilt and sleeplessness. Carr, a bartender by trade, said he came to the city to find work but could not and hoped to ease his wife’s hardship.

John Carr Kerr & Ire Washington T St. Louis

Allegations of Fraud in Morris Divorce Case Proceeding

Christine L. Morris sues David C. Bryan and Eva Bryan to set aside a judgment she alleges was obtained by fraud. She recounts marital troubles and a divorce from Nathan, then a financial ordeal. Mr. and Mrs. Ryan allegedly urged her to sign $7,250 in notes to reveal indebtedness for court approval to sell property. notes were not returned and sold for $5,400. She also gave mortgages on N Meridian Street and Kokomo property as formality. She warns judgment will cost all her property on June 1 if the transaction isn’t set aside.

Morris Maks Christine L. Morris David C. Bryan Eva Bryan Nathan Ryan Curtain Bryan Union Front Company Chicago Se Sara N. Meridian Si Kokomo

Congress Row Ends Quietly After Fisticuffs

After a Friday floor brawl between Congressmen Breckinridge and Heard, both apologized and the incident was deemed over. The president was informed that Postmaster General Bissell plans to resign after Congress adjourns. Assistant Secretary Curtis traveled to New York to place the entire 100 million dollars of four percent bonds with bids including August Belmont & Co.

Arthe Bey Hiss Hl Te Hesiga Shington Breckinridge Heard Furo Bissell Congress Curtis New York August Belmont & Co

Where are the boys high school graduates bid farewell

Seven young men and 36 young women received diplomas on Friday night at Plymouth church. The ceremony shown graduates in radiant youth as they stepped to the platform. Young ladies wore white dresses while speakers included Bertha Walker Linda Joss Kate Smith Gleon Morgan Amelia De Motte Halph Helm Catherine Pierce John Herckell and Helen Todd.

Plymouth Church Bertha L. Walker Linda H. Joss Kate B. Smith Gleon Morgan Amelia de Motte Halph H. Helm Catherine A. Pierce Jank W. Herckell Hélen Todd

Queen Liliuokalani Arrested in Hawaiian Rebellion

Honolulu reports ex queen Liliuokalani arrested on complicity with insurgents in the recent rebellion. Insurgent leaders face court martial. three pleaded guilty to treason. Martial law continues. search of her Honolulu home uncovered arms and dynamite.

Auckland New Zealand Honolulu Lilionkilani

Woman commits suicide in church confessional

In the Confessional of the Church of the Epiphany a woman slashed her throat with a razor and died 20 minutes later. Catherine Morgan of 179 East 105th Street left a note revealing her identity and was said to be worth $40,000. No motive was known for the act.

New York Catherine Morrigan E. 105Th-St

Diphtheria Rescue Case With New Anti Toxin In Ita

Dr T A Wagner treated two year old Iza Keller at 100 Highland Ave with a newly shipped anti toxin. Ten cubic centimeters given Friday night followed by subsequent injections reduced a lethal throat obstruction. Despite convulsions after injections the child recovered, with swelling subsiding and no lasting harm.

T. A. Wagner Highland Ave Iza Keller Pink Wagner

Doctor Hammond, Noted Physician, Dies at 53

Dr Francis J Hammond, prominent physician and Christian church figure, died at his home 647 N Illinois St after a long illness. Trained in London and Smithfield, he practiced in England and Canada before moving to Indianapolis in 1887. He served on the city board of health and is survived by his widow Anna Stone and three grown children. Funeral from Christchurch scheduled for 2 p.m. Sunday.

Francis J. Hammond Christ, Church N. Klinoisfit London Smithfelding England Conaton- Unople Indianapolis Anna Kh. Stone Denny Board of Health Christchurch

Baltimore & Ohio Express Wreck Near Washington

The Baltimore & Ohio express from Cincinnati derailed at Woodell three miles west of Washington on February 2. Passengers escaped unharmed but freight brakeman Ed Robinson was killed and Frank Kelly was injured when the train, traveling at high speed, jumped the track and struck a freight.

Jared Washington Baltimore & Ohio Express Cincinnati Woodell Here Ed. Robinson Frank Kelly

Fatal Duel Ends in Police Captain and Officer Death

In Houyoxre Maas on Saturday morning Police officer Patrick J. Devereaux fatally shot Capt. Maurice D. Fenton at the police station and then killed himself. Jealousy sparked the confrontation after a few words preceding the fatal fight.

Houyoxre Maas Patrick J. Devereaux Maurice D. Fenton Devereaux

Moonshine Raid Targets Hed Sulphur Springs Creeks

In Belmer Tennessee on February 2 a large posse of revenue officers raided moonshiners at Hed Sulphur springs in Hardin county. The area has a history of illicit distilleries and recent murders. A deputy marshal was captured during the operation.

Belmer Tenn Hed Sulphur Springs Hardin County

Noted robber dead follows his 'three brothers hanged

Columbus Indiana reports John Reno pioneer train robber dead. He led 1886 J M J train robbery at Rockfort station netting 90000 dollars. His three brothers were hanged three years later. In Brooklyn, President Norton of the Atlantic ave railway is jailed in 600 bail for ten hour law violation.

Columbus Ind John Reno Rockfort Station Hs Brothers Brooklyn Norton Atlantic-ave. Railway

Confederate veterans Lee camp backs Appomattox park plan

Richmond Virginia will urge the government to convert the Appomattox barnetted into a national park. The note mentions WIRK WHISP Rs boat-side bank in New York closing for 90000 and largest tin plates works planned in Pittsburg for April.

New York Pittsburg Apr. Lee Camp Richmond Appomattox

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