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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1889

Page

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Fourth Edition Notes on Moore Affair and Sullivan Case

An assorted local page reports on John Sullivan's dealings with the Moore matter and a claim of Barrett's deceit. It covers a Calao owes Proccrd tab, Sullivan’s finances, a disputed deed, and hospital chatter. Also noted is a court order for George W. Budd to account for Mina Wirth’s estate, with guardianship and bond issues pending.

Moore ASUN Dames Barret Amoore Calao Sullivan Aldo John E. Sullivan John Cones Wil Esuaty Camiers Roy W. W. Spencer Giseppe Macourt Board Beadford Aydiana Reveart Gettin Hadley Circuit Court George W. Budd Mina Wirth Vuaraien Boreste Tast John K. Sullivan PD. A. Myers Dudge Ayres Budd Myers

Ocean wreck and political moves headline a chaotic day

Reports from February 7 describe a sinking near Beachy Head involving British bark Largo Bay and a steamer. In the U S scene, New York Democrats plan a rally to push for a Cleveland senate, while Belle Starr is rumored alive to save her husband. Vanderbilts accused of absorbing key rail lines in Virginia.

Euvana Belle Starr

Senator Payne Announces Re election Bid

Oil Payne announces candidacy for re election in Wasumnatox with firm stated purpose to vindicate his record and satisfy supporters.

Oil Payne Wasumnatox Spl

Contested Spencer County Election Dominates Indiana House

In the Indiana House, the Peyton vs John contest from Spencer County is debated with remarks on bribery and intimidation as ministers and residents testify. The majority supports seating Peyton while the minority challenges illegal votes. a minority report is tabled amid partisan clashes. In the Senate, a bill to repeal a wife’s right as a surety and a substitute election measure are discussed before adjournment.

Tvillacic House of Representatives Meridian Indiana A. A. Doves Brightwood Church Peyton John Willard Debs Spencer County Hirham Repore Sprain Jobn Ba Alen J. Peyton Zoercher Aliezel George A. Adams Morgan Senate J. M. Bailey Poseysie Parry County Sheoud Dassa

President requests resignations as Samoa consul general

Washington Feb 7 Special The president this morning asked for the resignation of Tarell Sewall consul general to Samoa, saying his views differ from the state department and administration. Harrison, Mrs. Harneon and Mrs. Mckee return from New York shopping. Russell Harrison buys the Record in Helena Montana and will publish from Journal offices.

Grove Waashington Marning Tarell Sewall Samoa State Department and Administration Harrisonisus Colorado Assembly Thurston Gen. Harrison Market St Court House

They Pluck-Mey Meany Operator Wilton Speaks on Mine Law

Edward Wilton of Clay County mine press remarks during miners convention about the pluck-me system and law. He argues for a negotiated balance between miners and operators, criticizes legislative delays, and predicts little change from past sessions. A meeting to form a permanent organization was held with speeches supporting the plan and a next meeting planned to finalize work.

Edward Wilton Clay County Sun Deo Jiaiak Pihis Suestion Untita Bey Jaber Diece Wathousiasin Nondthaler Culders Thomas Walsh Emerald Isle John Jd. Sellison Mrr Mrr. Walsh

Smuggling and Chinese slave trade alleged on Pacific coast

A Victoria British Columbia report claims millions in yearly revenues are lost to smuggling opium into the United States. It describes “cock houses” where opium is prepared for the market, with 1000 pounds daily, and notes increasing Chinese slave trade and dames for concubines as rich Chinese men seek spouses, driving profits for recruiters.

Victoria B.C Sis Pacific Enttom

Sullivan Household Scandal-Turned Salvo Army Meeting Disturbance

A heated meeting at the Salvation Army hall ends with accusations of Mrs. Sullivan's affair with Capt. Howland, benches torn and threats exchanged. The army splits. Sullivan is not whipped. Bernhamer returns to court, lively and restored, while others peruse clerk records and reminisce.

Edicdseos Sal Varoonm Army Sullivan Salvation Army Mary McLane Howland Army

Man struck by train. Moore loses leg at Beltline crossing

Thomas Moore aged about 40 was fatally injured when struck by a train at the Belt and B W roads crossing Wednesday. His left leg was amputated at St Vincent's hospital by Dr Marsee. He lived at 134 Agnes Street. Burglar stole 2,000 in jewelry and bric a brac from Fletcher Mott's curiosity store in the Cyclorama building Wednesday night while 84 police guarded a 20 square mile area.

Han Gver Thomas Moore Fanner Buarghars Fletcher M. Nov Cyclorama

Bargain Boots Sale at Geo Marott Store

Footwear special sale at Geo Marott offering boots and rubbers. Save money by calling 18 North Pennsylvania Street for details and bargain pricing.

North Pennsylvania St

Banged Up Banhart Abuses Lead to Whipped Incident

On Pleasant Run near Heidst stands a two story brick home of Bernard Banhart and wife. Neighbors say the man beat his wife semi weekly under liquor influence. After a recent public warning, a mob intervened and he was whipped. Mrs. Banhart declined to fully confirm, saying little beyond a shrug about the event. Nearby residents report continued trouble and fear.

Todianapolis Pleasant Run Heidst Bernard Banhart Fierman Nanhart Lozeu Hin Thay Tiese Win Hain Pert Tai Abe Leen Ilis Cepetialls Fedive

Poultry and Pets Show Draws Crowds in Tomlinson Hall

Ninety two dogs and various pets competed Thursday at the Poultry and Beach show in Tomlinson Hall. Highlights included expensive dogs like J. Isurigy's Graphic valued at 500, plus a terrier from Tyree named Mishael Scott. A giant gobbler weighing three pounds won a prize at Buffalo, and a grey squirrel star performs somersaults for young visitors. The exhibition runs through Saturday night.

Hepeleca Tomlinson Hall Don Gillivag Mia Helen Taylor St. Bernard Assian Field Winder J. E. Isurigy Stella Wiles Mishael Scott Tyree Hebrides Amerea Hackedurn Latta Ouuzer Robert Dine Kats Cole Lesan Mexico W. PB Ginford Buffalo Haan Fred Tun Wee

Indignity to American Whaler Mary Frazer by Portuguese Warship

The U S State Department received notice of an incident off the Azores in October where a Portuguese warship seized the American whaler Mary Frazer on the high seas. The vessel was taken to Fayal, crew landed, the captain fined heavily, and a sailor charged with selling tobacco unlawfully. The captain says the tobacco was sold at sea.

Waashinaron State Department Imaormming America Mary Frazer Azore Islands Etober High Fayel Beis

Court actions mix with theft case and race prize photos

In Thuron panel court George Tuters faces charge of stealing from Martin Keiley. James B. Bridgves named receiver for Waoer Indianapolis building and fuel supply Co. Catharine Miller suit to quiet title in Miami being opened. Rebecca J. Martin seeks divorce from John Maria. judge notes possible remedies. Joe Lawler seeks missing friend Sylvester. a forged dairyman check case cited. Marevau & Power publish Sun prize winners photos including Mont Hamilton and Charlie Hawkins among ~50 newsboys. new hat racks noted at Wm. L. Rivers.

Teorge Tuters Thuron Martin Keiley P. Enrlich Taylor James B. Bridgves Waoer Indianapolis Miamist Preiatitus Rebecca J. Martin John ¥. Maria Walker Martin Oo Che Joe Lawler Bie Pour Sylvester Sant, Travis Frankiie Hanson's Marevau & Power Tim Sun Mont Hamilton Charlie Hawkins Peoria

Col Greene speaks for Connecticut Life on Moore defalcation

Col Jacob Greene, president of the Connecticut Life Insurance Company, discussed Moore’s defalcation with reporters in Bates house, deflecting blame toward mischaracterizations and explaining that the company delayed arrest to preserve business. He stressed the company’s strong solvency, outlined the handling of loans and rents totaling over 217 million, and promised action after books balance. Greene planned to depart for Hartford with Abbott after arranging company affairs, skipping the policyholders meeting.

Bates House Col. Dacoh J. Greene Connecticut Ure Real Life Insurance Company Bs Mace Mome Lini Moore Myr Haughey Spannooren Harrison Moora Uself Chicago Tfl Enure Fletcher Col. Greene Abbott Hartford

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