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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1893
Page
1
A Sun canvass finds Indiana House Democrats divided over an extra session to resolve appointive power, appropriations, and reapportionment. Leaders condemn laziness while factions clash. Senate opposition deepens the rift as Erwin sighs over an uncertain outcome.
New York reports banker Jasse Seligman admits his house funded the canal company accounts and that 40,909,000 deposited to the American committee were repeatedly drawn. He names Richard W. Thompson as chairman for status, cites Hayes and Grant, and hints at banking influence to sway public opinion. The committee plans a Washington session.
Town crowd watches W P Fishback defend as he ridicules witnesses and judges in the McDonald will case. He derides Jayhawker Butler and Snow while Winter for plaintiffs defends the will dispute and forged papers claims amid crowded Noblesville court.
Miss Gertie Mack aged 16 daughter of Patrick Mack of Nenatan has disappeared and is believed to have married a Chicago youth. A pupil at the Catholic academy she is unusually proficient. The case will be thoroughly investigated.
In Lebanon Indiana on February 16 a new state bank with $100000 capital will begin operations here soon. The stock is to be taken from cash proceeds of selling the natural gas plant.
Col M A Downinp’s name is circulated in connection with the Democratic mayoralty nomination as campaign chatter rises in the city.
The article describes a lighthearted senate photo moment before proceedings, followed by a session in which the Roby race track dispute, city officer term extension bill, and GAJ appropriation debates dominate. It notes party-line splits on budgets, lobbying activity in Evansville, and ongoing factional fights within the state Democrats.
A brief note reports hunger among Turtle Mountain half breeds and threats of revolt amid harsh conditions. Separate dispatch recalls a record cold winter in China and Canton jail fatalities from exposure. A separate sports item notes a quarter mile skating dash in Red Bank New Jersey won by Mosher with Johnson and Donahue following.
Topeka and nearby cities erupt as Gov Lewelling deploys troops to the state house amid fights with Republican lawmakers. Armed factions gather, Gatling gun deployment is blocked, and a sheriff’s posse forms as court battles over legislative authority unfold.
Washington reports the president transmitted to the senate the Hawaii annexation treaty. It prefers annexation over protectorate and outlines governance, sovereignty, and land transfer to the United States. The queen would receive 20600, Princess Kaiulani 150080, with a 2250000 debt noted. a veto power by the president is provided over acts of the provisional government.
Pugilist Charlie Mitchell arrived aboard the Majestic and was prohibited from landing in the United States on grounds he is an ex convict. Lawyers are hired to contest the ruling while Mitchell vows to pursue a Corbett fight arrangement. A habeas corpus writ was filed but landing was not permitted.
Coroner and group of neighbors examine Mrs Shawcross after her death at 3 weeks illness blamed on abuse. Autopsy finds a large bruise on the head and wounds suggesting concussion as investigators pursue possible foul play. Father of the deceased recalls three marriages and a troubled husband.
Police arrest details are incomplete but reference to George Kleiniich detained by Marshal Cooper around election law enforcement. A funeral was held at St. Jobs church with a Catholic mass led by Bishop Chaiard.
Indiana lawmakers face a clash over a 75 000 appropriation to fund the Grand Army of the Republic encampment. Vets officials and business leaders urge reconsideration while Indianapolis prepares for possible relocation if funds fail. Evansville in April may be marked by a negative report if the bill dies.
The St Louis division chief A G Wells resigns as the cadi eyes a Washington appointment with Grover Cleveland looming. Thursday court heard McAfee's case for robbery of a watch on Jan 16. Multiple minor trials, fines, and acquittals follow, including theft at a mothers’ ball and alleged assaults near Empire bakery.
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