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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1891
Page
1
A chaotic session in the Indiana Senate features heated debate over a cigarette tax bill and alleged industry pressure. Reports on licensing, state housing approach, charity board critiques, and prize-fight spectator fines frame a day of political maneuvering and reform talk.
John R. Wheat, a Black man, was arrested Monday evening after assaulting Ada Drive. He bolted as Constable Marer turned away, pursued by Prosecutor Marrow, through Washington Street to Delaware, then down an alley toward Alabama Street where a butcher helped halt him. Wheat was recaptured and jailed. he faces trial Tuesday morning before Justice Feibleman.
Henry Watterson discusses his voluntary letter to Gov. Hill and the 1892 Democratic nomination. He argues Cleveland is the strongest candidate, notes anti silver views may affect his chances, and suggests Cray or Boies as potential second on the ticket. The piece also mentions Burralo man with four wives and a counterfeiting arrest in Indiana.
Helms Manufacturing assigned to Clarence E Weir assets 1500 in a Monday filing. Street railroad company seeks new trial in Nelise Liddy damage suit, judgment 5000 by Judge Woods final. Broad Ripple backs Hundson street car bill. memorial to legislature. Ministers denounce amusements at weekly gathering and urge preaching on March first Sunday. Notable entries include multiple marriages births and deaths. Harry Brown sentenced to three years for robbery. judge notes Brown’s former journalism work and defends ruling. Hood sarsaparilla praised as part of the era.
Washington Feb 17 Spl.1 President Harrison's Idaho appointment draws widespread Senate rebuke as nominees are rejected for alleged loose and immoral character. A senator cites a minister connection and Miller's pastor as influencing Beatty's selection amid a trio awaiting a named successor.
The coffin bearing General Sherman’s remains lies in state in New York. The body, greatly altered by illness, will be in the front parlor until Thursday noon for funeral services. The national guard is ordered out for the Sherman funeral in New York.
Brazil Indiana Feb 17 James K Miller jailed Monday in a Postal Telegraph wire cutting case was freed Tuesday on a 300 bond signed by three farmer neighbors. Several freeholders refused to sign the bond amid pre-arranged tension. The farmer opposition grows sharper. Norwork Feb 17 A Great Run There was a big rum on the American loan and trust company Tuesday over 364000 capital said to be lost.
Reports recount stormy coastlines in Greece and an anxious note from Honolulu on Queen Liliuokalani’s illness. Paris hears M Rochefort face assault charges Thursday as Berlin editors face a defamation case. The London bank heist yields 460000 pounds and a planned protest if Sadler is linked to Carroty Nell’s death. Gunnar soldiers and duelists draw royal attention across Europe, with bodies found after a wolf attack near Philipopolis and Zazanlik.
Congress approves a 250000 annual appropriation for a telegraph link to Hawaii. Reports list failed ventures by Mandlebaum & Sons in Bridgeport and Heyman & Deics in Omaha. Amidst woes, Miss Ava Willing to wed John Jacob Astor in New York next Tuesday. Frances Willard urges prohibition as key to Farmer’s Alliance success. City news notes Chicago police limits and a Jackson Park riot plan counter. Mine fire at Moyer in Scottdale traps four likely dead. Senator Matt Quay defends himself in Senate against charges with a sharp denial.
Rosa Siegler, niece of a wine merchant, rejected a rich New Jersey fiancé chosen by her uncle. She eloped with Gustave Thiemer, a commission agent, and married in Long Island City with Mayor Gleason officiating. The mayor granted them free use of a house to settle.
In a six round bare-knuckle bout held Tuesday morning in a barn near Aurora Ik, John Doyle delivered a knockout blow to Bret Harkins in the sixth round. Harkins collapsed and died as Doyle and his backers fled the scene.
A court hearing hears John Kelley and his two sons recount family disputes with Kelley claiming abuse and intent to leave for peace with $200 pocket money. The tale contrasts a North Indianapolis farm struggle with a later Astor Willing nuptials reception in New York valued at $2,000,000 in presents.
Judge Walter Gresham arrived from Chicago to preside in Indianapolis with a docket of cases including Craggsfordsville water Works. He joked about Col. Ingersoll and recalled a storied encounter with the railroad tax case before the Supreme Court. He hopes to attend General Sherman’s funeral in St Louis if his schedule allows.
Reports from Australia say 200 Chinese passengers died when the steamer Biumede burned near Wuha. In Chicago the Schmidt bakery strike continues with police in control but no violence yet feared. L Dinkens plans a Canton lymph factory after visiting Jackson Mississippi.
In ADDITIONAL STATE Brazil, over 500 residents joined various churches this winter. Pioneer John Weaver, aged 78, has never taken medicine, as did his father who died at 101 without meds. Dick Stoner assaulted Mrs. Sinnett. a kettle of boiling water overturned, fatally scalding her child. Vincennes is described as historic and pleasant, set in fertile garden lands.
A prowling heifer owned by William Phelps near Enfield repeatedly escaped and roamed the woods after turning violent last November. It killed indiscriminately, resisted traps and rifle shots, and was last confined by J S Allen who may face a deadly rifle shot through a barn crevice to end the menace. Also noted is a lupus case discussed at the city hospital with lymph injections, and two physicians suspect existing in the city. Bears chase railroad worker Martin Badger in a deep cut near Wilkes-Barre, saved by an oncoming train. Weather reports forecast colder Indiana with rain or snow in the north. Henry Drier, 81, hanged himself near San Vierre. The Indianapolis city charter bill passed the house at 4 PM with committee amendments.
The Grani-Grassman group and Wilbur opera company presented Poor Jonathan at Grani and English's to strong audience reception. The show featured no extensive costumes or dance, a cadet uniform chorus finale, and a comic death sequence by Ted Solomon. Hanlon's Superba impressed with lavish effects and clown Melville's antics, while the Wilbur company’s performance at Park Theater Monday drew a full house, ending with The Mascot.
The council readvertised bids for electric lighting after Mr Gauss Presented a four page report proposing two bid specs including a $65,000 annual option and a bond for infringement. The debate featured Gasper Hicklin and Trusier as allies and opponents over bonds and patent threats while City Attorney Bailey watched. The session closed with adoption of the report and further business on water, street railway permissions, and a planned engine house.
Dr Brown's Dental Parlors promote fine gold fillings and partial sets without plates. Artificial teeth are described as natural looking. All work is guaranteed first class and receives personal attention.
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