Curtis bill sparks strong critique from Indiana leaders
The Curtis measure draws sharp opposition as William Henderson and others decry a shift of city control to the legislature. John H. Wilson and William English weigh constitutional limits, while reporters seek views from Democratic figures amid debate over executive versus legislative appointing power and proposed city governance changes.
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Andying
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Curtin
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Violent Death Report Near Wytheville
A mutilated body identified as Jack Thomas was found on a road ten miles south of Wytheville Virginia. The incident adds to a two year tally of deadly deaths in the area amid a harsh crime map.
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Virginia
Wylheville
Jack Thomas
Vast political turmoil looms over Wisconsin timber sales
In a Feb report from Fon Du Lac, accusations target Secretary Vilas over Indian timber lands in Wisconsin. Gregory's alleged misuses and Overly's orders spark a Senate probe led by Chandler. The Camerons back Wannamaker for the navy, while a Philadelphia officer’s ventriloquist prank ends with a coroner and constable chasing a coat thief.
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Wisconsin
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Investigations into Lawson Abcott death at Insana hospital
Center of Johnson county probes cause of Lawson Abcott's death at Insana hospital about two weeks ago. Abcott supposedly died of heart failure per Supt. Galbraith and Dr. Thomas, but post mortem alleges no heart disease and reveals scalp wound, bruise over right eye and chest. Attendants and superintendent to testify Monday. Florence Reasner and others involved in glove theft case at Lb. 3 Ayer's store. Mollie Jacobs testifies, then locked up pending Monday trial. Foraker refutes seeking cabinet role. real estate transfers list numerous property dealings in Columbus and Miami counties.
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Lawson Abcott
Insana
Abbott
Galbraith
Thomas
Florence Rengner
Ayer
Alford
Mollie Jacobs
Florence Reasner
Annie Merrick
Sholen
Meep Your Feet Dry Bargain Sale At Marotts Store
A special bargain sale of odds and ends at Geo. P Marotts promises footwear savings. Customers are invited to visit at 16 North Pennsylvania Street to purchase boots shoes or rubbers at reduced prices.
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Indictments Stacked As Sullivan Forgery Case Surfaces
County grand jury reports to Judge Irvin with multiple indictments including John E. Sullivan for forgery and embezzlement. Moora named for forgery. several others indicted for grand and petit larceny. A busy session follows with political and social notes, local crimes, and community notices.
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Criminal Court
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King
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Moora
Indiana Senate clashes over bills in frenzied session
In a frenzied legislative meeting in the Indiana capital, senators sparred over Senate bills on cities, dykes, and property, while a few measures faced delays and amendments. A four hour vote window for workers on election day drew debate, as did remarks on railroad unions and employer rights. Missing quorum and noisy exchanges highlighted a tense session in the east wing chamber.
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Supreme Court
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Joineon
Nrarrett
Warne
Johnson
Pam
Allen
Willy
Unien
Barrett
L Barrett
Barret
Jenney
Portraits in Money: Presidents on U S Currency
A discussion of presidential portraits used on coins and banknotes. It notes Engravers seeking profile images of General Harrison and other officials for mint engravings, with references to Garfield, Manning, Hayes, Grant, and Harrison on various currency issues and the difficulty of capturing certain faces.
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Haughey
Indianapolis National Bank
Garfield
Dan Manning
Hendrick
Grant
Hayes
Jand
Washington
Philadelphia
Harrison
Fien
Farcison
VW Ftontina
Pietere
Frightful accident at elevator ends Gardner Ayres
In Hauplyne Saturday morning Gardner Ayres 28 an elevator worker fell into a floor-embedded sheller crushed neck broken and body mangled He died before rescued while fellow workers Luke P Chambers and Frank Hughes fought to stop the machinery The body was recovered after removing the machinery and morgue officials planned the remains.
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Unlikely marriage in county clerk office saves the day
A Chicago comedy company couple rushes for a train as they demand a marriage license at the county clerk's office. Clerk Daniels resists until Gus O Brien and Justice Feibleman intervene, and Daniel Costello marries Miss Dora H Jones on the spot with the couple signing the contract.
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Dora H. Jones
Senator McMillan Visit To Indianapolis At Daybreak
Senator Macmillan and Senator James McMillan of Michigan with two others arrived in Indianapolis on the L& W at 10 30 am and left at 7 80 pm without public notice. The visit aimed to back Gen Russell A Jozer for a cabinet post while McMillan, Detroit grocer, and his brother run wholesale and retail trade.
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