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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1898

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De Lome Disavowed As Cuban Victory News Surfaces

Washington reports the De Lome incident is closed after a Madrid cable from Minister Woodford states Spain disavowed Dupuy de Lome's letter to Canalejas. A new Spanish minister to the United States is Senor Luis Polo y Bernabe. Local notes mention a Cuban victory and three expeditions sailing safely.

Washington de Lome Wroodford Madrid Dupuy de Lome Senor Canarejas Spain United States Ile Senor Luis Polo Y Bernabe Viceadmiral Polo Ivy Senor Bernabe Spanish Foreign Office Monay Senor Sagasta Ane Senor de Lome Gnalois Ween Yoo- Spalin Senor Goullon U.S Woodford Senor Dee Lome Senor de Domes Jetter Imi Isa McKinley Senor Qulon de Lames

Letter From Gomez Says Cubans Rout Spaniards At Maya

An official Gomez communication to Cuban delegate Estrada Palma reports a great patriot victory at Maya Cuba. Armando Sanchez Agramonte led Cuban forces capturing 30 mules with ammunition and $10,000 in gold. Gomez urges bravery and predicts Cuba’s total independence despite danger.

Maximo Gomez Senor Estrada Palma Junta Maya Cuba Armando Sanchez Agramonte Sancti Spiritus Cn. Gomez Senor Nicolas Heredia

THREE BIG EXPEDITIONS SAIL FOR CUBA COAST

Three filibuster expeditions reported sailing recently with munitions for Cuba. The Dauntless left Fernandina slipping away with war material and Cubans aboard while Cubans demonstrated at Tampa. Gen. Julio Sanguilly is said to be aboard. A second expedition departed from Montauk Point off Long Island and a third from a Delaware River point below Wilmington. The dynamite shipments signal rising tensions in the coastwise ventures.

New York Pernandina Tampa Dauntless Arnandina Julio Sanguilly Montauk Point Long Island Delaware River Wilmington

Filibuster Hunt at Sea Behind Cuban Hope to Strike Spain

Cruiser Vesuvius and navy tug Nina plus two revenue cutters have put to sea chasing filibusters. Cubans cheer as munitions move forward, hoping for a severe military blow to Spain before the rainy season.

Vesuvius Nina Spain

Missing Attorney General Vanishes Then Appears at Home

Attorney-general Ketcham vanished from Monday afternoon to Tuesday. He wore a resurrected hat and spoke to reporters in a sepulchral voice asking about His Excellency. Rumors linked him to Cincinnati and Versailles amid statehouse columns, but by late Tuesday he was reported working at home.

Ketcham Attorney-General Capt Hart Illinois St Cincinnati Indianapolis State House Versailles

City Ends Tuberculosis Tests as Funds Run Low

The city nears a halt in bovine tuberculosis testing after funds for contagion prevention are exhausted. Dairymen may be charged for future tests, with certificates still issued only to herds found disease free. About 1,000 cows tested out of 600 dairies. over 60 condemned and killed.

Board of Health Clark Health Board Hras

Gertie Williams Faces School Law Case

In Brightwood police court Tuesday morning a 13 year old girl named Gertie Williams faced theft charges after stealing two pairs of stockings and shoes from Mrs. Brown. The poor family say lack of clothes forced her to quit school. the judge granted a suspended judgment after a paternal admonition and ordered her to return home.

Gertie Williams

Pardon Requested for William Ble Aboard Governor Mount

A pardon petition was filed Tuesday for William Ble by Alford of Elwood, a family friend. Ble's mind is affected and a favorable action by Gov. Mount is believed likely. Alford notes ongoing gas waste around Alexandria and describes Elwood as the Chicago of Indiana, a busy town praised by traveling men.

Wm. Ble Mount Alford Elwood Lood Alexandria Chicago Indiana

State Board Moves to Rid County of Quacks

State board of medical examination and registration met Tuesday and aimed to back Marion county medical society in its drive against unlicensed practitioners. It influenced health authorities to ignore death certificates from unlicensed doctors. A petition seeks to revoke a Williamsport physician’s license for alleged gross immoral conduct.

State Board of Medical Examination and Registration Marion County Medical Society Williamsport

Owen Makes Taxpayer Quest to Mexican Lands

Secretary of State Owen travels to Mexico to explore agricultural investments. Reports say he expects a favorable outcome from the tropical land venture amid growing interest in regional farming opportunities.

Owen Mexico

I Cure Stomach and Bowel Troubles Ad Ad

Advertisement listing female only treatment service offering afternoon and evening appointments at 2931 Capitol Ave by Dr Mary Cleveland Stone. Includes note promising relief with no pay if not cured and an endorsement for Janes Dustless Oats for horses.

Capitolave Mary Cleveland Stone M. D

Grace Stevenson Seen Returning Home After Disappearance

In Boston on February 15 Grace Stevenson, missing nearly a year and sought by detectives, reportedly walked into her Beacon Street family mansion where her father lay in state at Old Point Comfort. Neighbors say she entered the house, cried briefly at the door, then left with head bowed.

Beacon St Brooklyn Old Point Comfort Grace Stevenson Crant Grace Alexander Stevenson

Gompers Arrives to Probe Suspected Miner Dismissals

Samuel Gompers, president of the American Federation of Labor, arrived in Wilkesbarre to investigate reports that miners were discharged for testifying against Sheriff Martin and deputies. He met prosecutors and labor leaders as the case sparks labor interest. mine owners deny the discharge claim and warn a strike could follow if action grows.

Wilkesbarre Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Martin Gompers Joseph Mekhi Marlin Sherraneck Matthew Long Kinzleton

Dying Man's Request Granted In Washington News

In Washington on February 15 the rivers and harbors bill faces House debate amid Republican plans to curb spending. Dingley Cannon and other leaders push to block new appropriations while Democrats warn revenues may fall short. Separate Hawai ian treaty talks show senators split, with Davis pressed to move a majority action if a treaty proves unlikely. A dying man’s request is granted as Charles 3 is noted in dispatches.

Dingley Cannon Washington Davis White Senate Mr. Davis Charles

Governor Mount to testify in South Bend bank case

Gov Mount will travel to South Bend on Wednesday to testify in the George West case. West real name Charles Rivers, accused of stealing 15 dollars from the South Bend National Bank in December 1893. Rivers allegedly involved with Pinkerton and a former inmate Musgrave, who sought a hospital-based plea while Campbell aided testifiers.

Gov. Mount South Bend Geo. West Charles Rivers South Bend National Bank Myron Campbell Tie Rivers Pinkerton Detective Agency Beni Musgrave Belcher

Taft Court Rules Cast Iron Pipe Trust Illegal

The Cincinnati based United States circuit court of appeals ruled the great cast iron pipe trust illegal in a Taft written decision. The trust with $60 million capital controlled territory and priced to crush competition violating federal anti trust law. Prosecutions against similar trusts are expected to begin widely.

United States Circuit Court of Appeals Cincinnati Taft

Commercial Club Elects Directors and Officers

The Commercial club elected directors for the term including Samuel E. H. Morss, Pickens, Charles Mayer, William Bobbs, Fred M. Ayres, Henry J. Huder, T. N. Richie, and Eli Lilly. Lilly was lone regular-ticket defector, Hearsey defeated on independent ticket. Officers to be chosen. Hollenbeck reports treasury balance of 417.89 with receipts 20,643.39 and expenditures 20,007.80. floating debt reduced from 1500 to 750.

Commercial Club Samuel EH. Morss Pickens Charles Mayer Wiliam Bobbs Fred M. Ayres Henry J. Huder T. N. Richie Eli Lilly Mr. Lilly H. T. Hearsey William Fortune A. M. Glossbrenner C. K K. Tonenbeck John Tazarus George Merritt Nathan Morris Morsey Hollenbeck

Man Missing From Poledo Post Office Sparked By Disappearing Packages

John J. Phalen dismissed from Poledo Ohio post office after vanishing with several valuable packages. Marital ties to Indianapolis woman Maud Morand, formerly John T. Kelly, cited with details of a prior disappearance in Chicago. Also notes Washington's Birthday celebration by the Sons of the Revolution at Plymouth Church with patriotic music and address on the history of the flag.

John J. Phalen Poledo, O Mr. Phalen Maud Morand Indianapolis John T. Kelly Chicago G. Washington Sons of the Revolution Washington Plymouth Church

We Don’t Want Your Money If Walkers Cracker Jack

An old ad snippet claims Walkers Cracker Jack cures headaches with four doses priced at 10 cents. It also lists veterinary services by Dr W B Craig and dental services by Worth at the corner of old Seventh and Illinois, with phone numbers 1097 or 193.

W. B. Craig Wood

Deputies Face Trial Over Miners Shootings in Indy

Trial details reveal deputy actions at a line of strikers with claims Sheriff Martin bore no firing orders. First shot allegedly fired by a deputy, followed by a volley as deputies believed orders had been given. Witnesses report threats to deputies and secret court officers stationed in corridors. President Gompers confirms miners discharged for testifying. A separate suit in Indianapolis seeks 310,000 for lost fingers from a veneer machine accident. Frame to be appointed West Union postmaster after President McKinley intercedes with Congressman Fenton.

Martin Martin Shefranck Robert Fagin Calvin-Pardee Gompers William J L. Bledsoe Indianapolis Basket Company Smith Fenton

Weather forecast for Indianapolis region in midweek

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for 36 hours ending 8 p m February 16 calls for colder, cloudy conditions with Tuesday night fall and Wednesday cooling. Readings at noon Tuesday 30 and 2 p m Tuesday 26, 7 p m Tuesday 25, with Chicago dispatch predicting a further drop of about 15 degrees.

Indianapolis Dispatch Chicago

Wag's Scheme Targets Governor Chair Ambitions

A rumor claims plans to clear Tom Tdgeart's path to the governorship by retiring Senator Tur nie and Senator Benjamin F. Shively to the senate. The piece questions what Claude Mathews might say and notes speculation over political moves and ambitions.

Tom Tdgeart Fovernor Turnie Benjamin F. Shively Senate Claude Matthews

Zola Trial Hearings Highlight War on Truth and Light

Paris dispatch details Tuesday session in which Gen Gonze denies concealment of truth and Labori presses for secret evidence, official secrecy lifts, and witness Crepieux Janine refutes bribery insinuations. The borderer proof aligns with government supplied records.

Gen. Gonze Zola M. Jaures Chamber of Deputies M. Labori Gen. Meyer Col. Pieaquart M. Bertillon Gen. Gonge M. Laberi M. Crepieux Janine M. Teyssonniere Bordereau Teyssonniere Texassonniere

Slop Over for Wallace Draws Lincoln Memory Debate

Streets discuss Gen Wallace after his Lincoln Memorial tale about visiting Harrison's Landing to beg Gen McClellan not to surrender the Union army. SUN editors note mixed belief that Lincoln joked or Wallace dreamed the story, citing erratic utterances and questions about his senatorial prospects. Colleagues compare past episodes at boards, reunions, and conventions to today’s remarks.

Gen. Wallace THE SUN Lincoln Lebanon Harrison's Landing Gen. McClellan SUN Men Gen Wallace Board of Monument Regents Indiana Chattanooga St. Louis

Recognized the Bottle at Carroll's Saloon Robbery

John Kelly and William Fox were sent to the grand jury from police court on a charge of robbing Carroll's saloon at 626 S. West St. last Tuesday morning. Frank Newton was arrested and discharged. Charles McAdams, an elderly man with a gray beard, identified a whisky bottle found on the boys, remarking it looked familiar and that its contents were better than ordinary.

John Kelly William Fox Carroll S. West St Frank Newton Charles McAdams

New Presbyterian Church to Be Built at Greenwood

The city notes a new seven thousand dollar Presbyterian church planned for Greenwood. Jennie M Wiseman seeks a divorce from Walter Wiseman alleging desertion and unfaithfulness. The Ridiculous club’s houseboat attempted to pass Broad Ripple dam but became stuck in the current. Indiana has annual society meeting moved to Plymouth church Tuesday evening from Wednesday. Howard P Fuller sues the State Board of Agriculture claiming exclusivity to sell refreshments at the state fair and others encroached on the business. A program of songs and recitations by children plus addresses by officials and clergy is announced for Wednesday night.

Greenwood Jennie M. Wiseman Walter Broad ‘Ripple Indiana Mane Society Plymouth Church Howard P. Fuller State Board of Aeticuiters Childdren John Kery Aoe McKay Mary Elster R A. Jenkins R. V. Hunter Evan Hidgson C. S. Denny

Monumental Place Names Robes and Blankets

Fragmentary notice references Brices Strawmyer and Nillus, 37, in a monumental context at a local spot. Readable elements point to a nomenclature or inscription event at Monumentuplacg. Exact details incomplete. core entities identified include Brices Strawmyer and Nillus and a numeric 37.

Strawmyer & Nillus

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Gomez State Board Boston Coun Try Weinley House Rivers and Harbors Committee Mila Gerry Kentucky Coubt Campbell Evanston Dinally Mutsgrave West Wilson William Taft Worth Old Seventh Illinois Sta T. Wag Paris Tesday France Clity
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