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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1889

Page

1

Gossip of hotels and ministers in the Denison house scene

A gossip column notes ministers and journalists roaming hotel corridors, naming Dr. Hayres Dr. Lucas and Dr. Robinson as Garfield era figures and funeral preacher links. Anecdotes cover Butler posters in New Orleans, Ira L Davenport wine tastings, and Col Bridgel and Havre consul talk amid political chatter. Military justice and medical cure updates close the piece with local color and oddities.

Leu Gan. Harrison Hayres Lucas John C. New Denison House United States Danone Garfield B. Errett Errett Robinson Rarfis

Libby prison removal to Chicago and other items

The wire brief notes Libby prison will be moved to Chicago, a Worcester cotton mill fire causes 40000 in loss, a New York man plans to donate 20000000 for a Chicago university, West Virginia Republicans drift toward a separate legislature, Mrs. Gen John Sibley dies upon hearing a government claim denial, Sibley served in the Confederate Army, and a Brooklyn shoe store advertises cheap prices at 277 Massachusetts Ave.

Libby Chicago Liverdale Worcester Mass New York West Virginia John Sibley Fredericksburg Court of Claims Sibley Brooklyn Massachusetts Ave

Indianapolis plans national G A H encampment in 1890

The Indianapolis board contemplates hosting the national G A R encampment in 1890. Attendees could range from 500 000 to 700 000 visitors over a week, spending about 36 each. The city aims to raise funds and form committees with Milwaukee as a competing bidder, inviting the city council and board of aldermen to join a joint effort with the chamber of commerce.

Indianapolis Board of Tide Rooms Col. N. Walker Tadianapolis Iad Milwaukee Washington Westing Tedianapolis Ihe George Tanner Mediana Gen Carnabin Tohuaon Camci Board of Alderman Ite Hieard of Trade G. A. St Aitiate Scott Atel

Sullivan estate controversy nets raised funds probe

Attorney Henry N. Spaan recounts a meeting in Charley Cooner's office where Sullivan's difficulty allegedly spurred a plan to raise about 10 000 to cover losses, while trust funds were said to be only 5 000. Spaan questioned Sproule about a shortfall of over 40 000 and warned against raising or paying out funds. He also says he tried to head off attempts to involve Tom Taggart and denies any involvement with Mina Wirth case or visiting Mrs Wirth.

Henry N. Spaan John E. Sullivan Franklin Jack Jotn Landers Toftin Sullivan Charley Cooner Simea Une Sproule Spran Spaan Tom Taggart Mina Wirth Weetst Sen Loh Tim King Ford Meridian-st. Church Ilague Emma Ewisg Pipmouth Eba Efer Florence West Washingtonst Dickson Pastero Anitalista Hiram A. S. Fark Ainve Charles Sinateck Sinstore Langenberg Thuraday Hames Schnull Lendorce W. Washington St Frank P. Clark Criminal Court William Harris J. H. Flettianis Jack Hanlan Chesapeake St Loftin Ramora Jo Han John C. Grim John H. Gutnecht Gatrecht Grims Gutrecht Grim al. Kendall Plake St Tigia Kansas City Columbus A. &. Burkhardt & Co Cincinnati Indianapolis Burkhardt Charles A. Wilhite Haughville Indianapolis Natural Gas Company Ges

Jim the Penman shines at Grand Opera House in Indianapolis

Thursday night the Grand Opera House staged Jim the Penman by Sir Charles Young. A M Palmer’s company delivered a superb performance with Brooklyn as Nina Ralston captivating the audience without speaking as she exposed her husband’s forgeries. Continues until Saturday night with artistic furniture from W. L. Elders.

Jim Penman Grand Opera House Charles Young A. M. Palmer Brooklyn Nina Ralston Indianapolis Joseph Whiting Wim W. J. Ferguson

Foster Visit in Indianapolis Aimed at Treasury Post

Six Ohio Republican senators arrived in Indianapolis by the Pennsylvania road and met in the home of Ger Harrison for a confidential discussion led by Col Taylor and Edward Rathbone. They came to advocate ex-Gov Charles Foster for the treasury portfolio while masking their real objective with talk of Rathbone’s candidacy for collector of Gusicis. The visit included a dog show incident and a tour of local spots.

Indianapolis Pennsylvania Road Ger. Harrison Jim Blaine Col. Bridgeland Ohio Edward G. Rathbone Col A.taylor Calamus Charles Foster Treasury Rathbone Gusicis Gen. Parrisan Col Taylor Cleveland Gov. Foraker Foraker Fanning Miorgipg Riiber Ag Tijiss Sineer Richard Judens Parcaume Seo

Adams and Democrats clash over asylum scandal in Indiana

The Indiana house debates hospital for the insane amid sharp blame. Geo A Adams accuses trustees and John Sullivan of mismanagement and improper contracts. A committee to investigate is proposed while temperance bills and nominations mark the session. The Senate continues election bill readings as county cases and local stories unfold in Indianapolis.

House of Representatives Indiana Geo. A. Adams Davis FE. Sullivan Adams John Sullivan Sai Turoished Weward John Ivan Marina Gor Shean Saliva Leasley Pleaseants Shields Temperance Cullen Oppenheim Willard Indianapolis Schmuck Chase DeMotte Dresser A. d. West Speasker Kenry Booth Kansas Sehmuck Jake Dunn Sidney Ek. Moon Virginia C. Meredith Columbus City Johnson Senate General Assembly Tezau Briday Tin Grifin Jacob Henry Clay Smith Walter Morrison United States Shockney St. Joseph Enya Shocka

Tom O'Neill's Letter Exposes Sullivan Affair and Flight

The letter from Thomas H. O'Neill, Sullivan's former head clerk, claims innocence of criminal acts while accusing Peter Sullivan of theft and deceit. He says he never joined in the wrongdoing, describes flight and loss, and discusses debts and potential payment to creditors. He denies being in Canada and places himself with family on the night prior to a court appearance, hinting at ongoing legal and personal turmoil.

Thomas H. Oneil Sullivan New York Bea Dunk Neill Canada O? Neill Jacksdan Rp Sullivan

Two Robbers Hanged After Spruce Ranch Post Office Heist

A dispatch describes a robbery at Spruce Ranch post office on Saturday night, with two horses stolen nearby. A posse pursued the culprits, and reports say two dead men were found hanging on a limb about 69 miles west of Force.

Spruce Ranch Mspuela Foruce

Fragmentary Ohio and Indiana News Briefs Update

A mixed set of local items reports Van Wert stave factory losses at 827003 dollars in finished cooperage. A widow seeks 5000 from Melvin Reprolds at Wabash over marriage plans. Columbus notes a 27000000 mortgage bond for FE and B road funding Kinara to Columbia with I and T road guarantees. Muncie covers Delaware county farmers institute attendance and nail mill workers arriving. Delaware county real estate transfers total near 100600 for the week ending Feb 2%. A Franklin rumor alleges Lawson Abbott died in an insane asylum from non natural causes. a coroner may hold a postmortem. Wanatah notes Werra sinking and a local man who won 15000 in a lottery being sent to the fatherland.

Hage Stave van Wert Servilla Stanhowtat Melvin Wabash Reyxsolis Columbus Kinara Columbia Muncie Delaware County Wanatah Nias Hast Ac Wanatah

Harrison and callers seek favor as delegates weigh cabinet options

Harrison receives visitors including John A. Steele of Alabama and Judge James Jackson of Tuscumbia who praise Longstreet while favoring Governor William F. Smith for cabinet. George L. Shoups of Idaho also calls. Indianapolis school officials seek manual training, Cullen bills authorize municipal gas purchases and pipeline bonds.

Harrison South John A. Steele Alabama Blaine Sherman James Jackson Tuscumbia Bishly Gen. Longstreet Wm. FH. Smith Steele Geo. L. Shoups Idaho Scomuck Sehors Board of Indianapolis Cullen House Trajan

Benny Thinks Policy Move Hurts Mutual Policyholders

Benny thinks the Tuesday night meeting outlined a plan that would be harmful to Connecticut Mutual policyholders. He believes adopting that course would cause positive injury to those who hold policies and opposes it.

Benny Denny Connecticut Mutual

Big Blaze in Cleveland Mill Barn Fire

A large fire destroyed the North en Ohio blanket company's mill barn in Cleveland on Thursday morning, causing an estimated loss of 100000 dollars. No further details on injuries or causes were provided in the report.

Cleveland Northen Ohie Blanket Company

Meep Your Feet Dry Special Bargain Sale

Footwear sale at Geo. P. Marotts offering boots shoes and rubbers at reduced prices. Located at 16 North Pennsylvania Street with emphasis on saving money through the bargain event.

Geo. P. Marott No. 16 North Pennsylvaniast

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