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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 04, 1898

Page

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Bitter anti American tensions threaten Havana outbreak

In a Danville style dispatch from Atlanta Cuban refugee Dr. Pla warns of rising danger in Havana. He cites unrest since the twelfth riots and predicts Spanish authorities unable to curb a broader rebellion. He notes threats to Americans including Consul-general Tee and consular staff amid Weyler supporters and growing anti American sentiment. The report covers Blanco meeting Pando, Weyler political moves, and conservative press actions in Havana.

Havana Washington Tee Cuba America Blanco Nuevites Pando la Union Constucional Manzanillo el Correo Gen. Weyler Wesler Palace Blanca Weyler Roamero Robbleda Gen. Lee Maine Tua Playa Mariano Romero Rubio Spain Converee Montgomery Navy Department Kite Matangas Flo Converse

MASSACHUSETTS AVE BLAZE DAMAGES ART GLASS WORKS

A Thursday evening fire at 507 Massachusetts Ave gutted the Indian apolis art glass works, a frame structure valued under 300 dollars, with several thousand dollars in losses despite gas being shut off earlier. A colored fireman was injured when the roof collapsed and a hose crew sheltered in a neighboring store. The stock was insured and the owner was Dr J L Thompson. BE V Terhune Dead. Terhune, longtime American Express employee, died at home from paralysis after 30 years with the company and 20 years in various roles. born in New York, never married, survived by mother and two sisters.

Bowers Indianapolis Art Glass Works Massachusetts Ave John Black Ash-st J. L. Thompson BE. V. Terhune Vwarry V. Terhune American Express Company New York and Liberty Sts Leen Express Tie Terhune

Thirteen Condemned Cows Killed Over Tuberculosis

City health officials ordered the slaughter of thirteen more condemned cows with signs of bovine tuberculosis. Autopsies by Dr. Bitting of Purdue University confirmed lung infections in all, with significant tissue destruction in many udders. Meat inspectors and Sanitarian Clark oversaw the process as dairymen watched.

Bitting Purdue University Aise Jom Clark

Blundered Drug Clerk Endangers Jeweler With Alcohol

Alma Babb a Collere avenue druggist nearly caused the death of August Manuel Jor a Sinnis street jeweler by serving wood alcohol mistaken for water He recovered after Dr Dunlavy and Dr Praff intervened Babb a graduated pharmacist warns such a mix up could occur in any drug store tomorrow or years hence Deputy auditor Hart will ask the attorney general whether educational institutions receiving state funds must itemize vouchers and present them to the state board for Mull law compliance.

Alma Babb Collere Ave August Mnuel Jor Sinois-st Dr. Dunlavy Mueller Hut Praff Mr Babb Hart

Bargain Almanac: February Sales Across City Stores

A crowded roundup of bargains and promotions from Dan bury to Indianapolis merchants. Hats, gloves, overcoats, suits, shoes, and household goods are discounted at multiple outlets including Original 23, Ruben's, Ducas, Saks & Co, and the Arcade. Prices drop for groceries, soaps, shirts, and carved furniture. notable items include 46.85 overcoats, 2.75 watches, 1.29 dress shoes, 50¢ shirts at specific hours, and a 28.50 chamber suite with money-back guarantees.

Danbury McLeay Chicago Pankrupt Kersey Ruben’s Ducas Robert Drake's Chas. Maguire People’s Outfitting Stores Saks & Co Dan Younts Rentsech Evansville New York Courthouse Badger Central Rubber Wasson Keller & Gamerdinger

Convict Labor and Road Brick Plans Stir Michigan City

Warden Harley endorses convicts making paving brick for country roads if workable at Michigan City, marking a shift in prison labor policy. He outlines current contracts, school initiatives, and long term plans including outside work and land cultivation to provide winter and summer employment for inmates.

Ind Trhres Worms Sinty BN Wehe Witiceh Jarley Alien Manufacturing Company Therm Fle Chicago Thhatehlexs

Indeterminate Sentence Law Central to Supreme Court Debate

The case involves George Miller convicted of buretars in St. Jo county and sentenced under the indeterminate sentence law. Attorneys argued constitutional duty to reform over vengeance while the legislature aims to reform the penal code. appellants contend the law places judicial power in an administrative board.

Supreme Account Geo. Miller St. Joosoph Citeai Supreme Court Attorpey-gen Wetchant Legislatuve Supreme Cat Wereham Alsoe Det

Williams judgment against Bennett over chattel mortgage dispute

James D Williams entered a superior court judgment against Robert R Bennett for twenty dollars loan secured by a chattel mortgage of two hundred fifty dollars. The mortgage failed, Bennett seized furniture. Mrs Williams returned home and was excited, allegedly becoming ill. The Williams family resided on Elizabeth Street.

James D. Williams Robert R. Bennett Bennett Williams Willitans Eligabeth St

City Life Noted Local Incidents And Court Actions

A county jail inmate count stands at 61. Damages of 2.00 filed against L.8 S. likin lumber for a crush by timber. Thieves steal 875 in smoked meats from J. Hauuck's Pratt grocery on Thursday night. A M. Alabama street car incident at Illinois and Washington streets Wednesday night with no injuries. Harry Wigzen sues Indiana Hevylee company for 10,000 over two fingers lost at a punching machine. Lily Gordon escapes injury. house damages 50 from overheated stove. Batesville mill pond owner agrees to drain after health board notice. Public Works adopts specs to repair the old wooden river bridge on Washington Street and will bid the project. removal or repair decision awaits new bids amid opposition.

Jefferson D. B S. Liakin Lumber Company J. Fl. Hauuck Pratt and Tino M. Alabama St Tlinois and Washington-sts Harry Wigzen Indiana Hieyvele Company Lily Gordon Batesville Board of Health Board of Public Works Washington St

Forced to Answer Harvey Lafollette before judge Friday

Harvey Lafollette ex superintendent of public instruction appeared before Judge Harvey on a Friday session to answer questions about his assets and mortgage holdings tied to an unresolved judgment. The case involved a warrant served by Sheriff Shufelten and details of mortgages, stock, and delinquent taxes.

Sturvey MM Lafollette Superintendent of Public Instruction Jhiarvey Mour & Co James Cldg Jaitly Siairy Ladiana Wayne Imsoraner Company Wliyen Save Delinquent Tennessee Cumberland Encad Ana Lvan

Tragedy in Arkansas: Autrey Kills Three Family Members

In Franklin County near Aludberry on Wednesday night Autrey, a farmer, killed his father, mother, and his young son with an iron bar after a religious dispute. He seriously wounded his wife and three other children, two of whom may not survive. He was subdued after the attack. authorities cite possible insanity as a factor.

Little Rock Ark Eranklin White Sop Autrey Tivine Aludberry Sheriy Autrey Decagne Alttough

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity ends at 8 p.m. Friday

The forecast reports Wirmer cloudy conditions and Friday night as cloudy with occasional rain or snow into Saturday. Friday temperatures were 20 at 7 p.m. and 36 at noon, with expected continued cool and unsettled weather through the 86 hour period ending 8 p.m. Sunday.

Indianapolis Wirmer

Boy Murderer Hung in Ontario Jail Yard

James Allison, aged youth, convicted of murdering Mrs. Anthony Orr near Galt last August, was executed at dawn in the Berlin Ontario jail yard. The hanging occurred in a private setting with only officials and a few invited observers present.

Berlin Ont James Allison Anthony Orr Galt Phace

Paris editors wounded in sword duel over parliamentary dispute

In Paris on February 4 editor M Alexandre Millerand of Petite Republique Francaise and deputy M Tarvertuson fought with swords after a chamber debate. Millerand was wounded in the right arm as the altercation escalated during Wednesday's session. Mrs Busselle of 67 Paris Street Newark, N J endorses Dr Bulls Cough Syrup as beneficial for families.

Paris M. Alexandre Millerand Hia Petite Republique Francaise Oone M. Kenri Tarvertuson Saint -Reix Munday Chamber of Deputies M. I. Busselle Parix Street Newark N. J

Whack MotSinger Faces Populist Criticism In Print

The Nonconformist, a national populist organ, accuses Motsinger editor of the Referendum at Shoals of trying to run the party and seeks to block his bid for influence. It charges him with past schemes, travel sales, and influence peddling while urging loyalists to push for party standards at the upcoming state convention and to retire his leadership.

National Populistie NSN Uy Motsinger Shoals 7Ti Charees Martin County Breaiy Motsingernis Enn

Postmaster notes district boundary confusion and new sewers

Sub stations open on Sunday as police improvements begin with Avenscaner. Board of public works approves contracts for local sewers in New dorsewest Trem State-ave and Prospect-st. Fires devastate T. A. Catt's storeroom with horses and hay. fire department containment limits damage to rear. Loss estimated at 4600 dollars.

New Fixteentres Bel Iidianapeal Merion Park Rtation Reondyay Sixteenth- St Erth Teoenw Allo Broadway Sinteouih Etty Coliee Awe Thinteepth Sixteenth-st Alvordet St. Clair Iventh-St Olaettruti Board of Public Works New Dorsewest Merrill St Hudson, Jenkins & Co Prospect-st State-ave Dawson-st Nystin & Co Iran Herron Fhirenaest Nable Shelby-est Ftndson, Jenkins & Co T. A. Catt Catt

Misplaced Lot Forces Homeowner To Pay Double

Frances Crosley, building on the wrong lot after guidance from a boy sent by Hannah A. Goodell, faced mislocation costs and high-interest borrowing. Judge Allen weighs the case in the circuit court as Crosley seeks redress for the error and resulting losses.

Judge Allen Circuit Court Frances Crosley Hannah A. Goodell North Indiannapolis

Ambassadors and caucus clash over policy at capital

Washington reports a furious caucus clash as Rep Mahaney accuses the administration of colorless district care and party patronage. He warns of a looming silver bill and predicts a Democratic shift if the House absorbs the Senate’s stance. The meeting ended abruptly with motions to adjourn.

Mahaney Ie Congressional Committee Adjcaurn Carr Congressional Committee Babcock Wisconsin Mercer Simpkins Massachusetts Gen. Grosvenor Tavoloo Washington Pridsay Senate House Eller

Washington Cabinet Rejects Less Than Principal Debt Offer

The cabinet refused to yield on the Kansas Pacific matter, insisting on receiving the principal debt amount in any settlement and opposing a parallel road. Ambassador White reported Germany backing down on the fruit decree after a vigorous protest, with the US demanding prior notice from Berlin and crediting White's stance for the modification.

Washington Kansas Pacific Tvere Jongeablerram Ambassador White Berlin State Department Germany White

Murder in Aurora road farmhouse shocks Lancaster county

Michael Sarg, a milk dealer living on the Aurora road two miles from the village, was murdered in his bed at 4 AM Friday. His wife awoke to see a man with an uplifted axe. the blow crushed Sarg’s skull. The assailant fled. Mrs Sarg injured her wrist shielding him. Suspected robbery, no clue yet.

Lancastior Michael Sarg Aurora Road

Man jailed for murder by poison over inheritance

Suisun California Frank Bell jailed on murder charges for poisoning his brother and sister. He said he acted after feeling unfairly treated in his mother's estate and believed his siblings had received favored shares.

Suisun Cal Frank Bell

Fire Destroys Floor Then Basements in Thursday Night Blaze

A blaze Thursday night burned through the floor and into the basement of a building. The fire was checked by the department with what could have been a major fire. Loss is estimated around $1,000, mainly from water damage.

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