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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1891
Page
1
A fragmented report from the South Houses details a slow day with lawmakers pressed by lobbyists and corporate interests. References to Tim Griffin's rate and a bailout tone highlight ongoing concerns about economy, state finances, and looming elections.
John Wilson, scenic artist at the Grand, shows a water color piece in Lieber's exhibition drawing praise. The Columbia club sold for $1,000. Oliver Dennett Grover’s painting The finishing touch was highlighted at the art association’s last show. Emma B. King will display oil and water color works and drawings at Mayflower church parish starting Tuesday. critics deem them excellent in drawing and color.
Out in the CG. W. Ger. Charles Andrews Bookwalter, ex public printer of Indiana, leaves the role after years of service and a rise to state prominence. He moves on to a new post as secretary of the Indiana state investment colony while the Hoosier press circles his career. Two youths, Lanis and Jacob Aving, ages 15 and 17, were killed crossing the Viattsville Southern trestle over the Licking River when overtaken by a southbound train. the incident highlights the dangers near the trestle and the river.
A string of notices and events from the city includes a death after morphine use with husband Leon Ramsey left, another man dying from Bright's disease, and various local happenings. Reports cover legal actions against a counterfeiter, a court bond payment, senate committee meetings on street railway bills, and a Delphi Journal editorial note. Marriages and births are listed alongside multiple deaths in a broad, bustling city page.
Wheeling West Virginia reports the Atlanta death of Rev J G Armstrong a long time local pastor famed for his likeness to John Wilkes Booth. Residents recall the supposed wound scar and note the mystery surrounding his past.
The article reports Congressmen Yoder and Dunham discussing McKinley's governor bid. Yoder says McKinley could win if state voters support strong protection policies. Fudge and Nicaragua scheme are mentioned. Windom’s stance is noted as following a broader policy path.
Chaaco Yen, of the C. S. District, fired the at leg ta bill as feral. Marsh Fields et al are parties testing the lo cally. The case goes to the supreme Gouri. Stele de Shines Wiaseisco broke Schmuulze's jewelry store in Waco. Sparling killed bill Ridges with a fake in a Tuesday quarrel over a girl in Iowa.
The pope summoned Cardinal Gibbons to Rone while Berensson the socialist publisher died in Hamburg on Monday. A Brest-Litovsk rail accident left 16 dead. Brien and Dillon, in prison, have deteriorating health. Booth of the Salvation Army plans to build a Berlin church. A Brazilian minister doubts widespread Brazil political trouble rumors. Berlin orders chemists to return Koch's lymph and await fresh supply after six months.
In Wayne a push to name Deny Hecker as captain is reported amid umpire appointments by Lynch Merluade Powers and Hurst. New protective gear appears, Sanford of New Merbey notes a 2000 rope skips in 21 minutes. Tom Ryan faces arrest in Chicago on prize fighting charges from two months prior. The international skating match at Christina ends with Hogan of Norway taking gold and 500 kroner. Indiana league meets early month to decide on baseball play. A field trial club hosts a bird and dog meet on Fri Feb 27 at Pittsboro with a 50 cent entrance fee and a dental work invitation for qualified bidders.
Paralyzed by a labor dispute the carpenters demand 27 to 80 cents hourly increases and an eight hour day with 25 percent pay rise. Planing mill workers vow firm stance, mills closed till settlement. About 27 carpenters called from Kingan's seven story warehouse. they return Tuesday but will work only until issues are resolved. City labor delegates consider further actions at a forthcoming meeting.
Witnesses report a large crowd at a local feast with food stalls and performances. Police note no serious incidents as attendees enjoy the event despite crowded conditions.
Fragmentary report notes a trial and arrest related to a young couple and their parents. Names are garbled but references a pharmacist, Whit powder, and a patient with a thyroid disorder. Statement indicates the suspect is detained.
Review notes enthusiastic reception for Shenandoah on the frontier at Grand Monday evening. It cites strong royalties for the show and discusses critics critiques of its dialogue while detailing local theater logistics and plans to stage rival productions at Park Theatre next week, including disputes among managers and performers over bookings.
A crowded Marion County Criminal Court previews Minnie May Stabbitt's murder trial. Reporters pack the room as her aged parents sit nearby while Rachel Johnson’s coroner testimony haunts proceedings. Minnie appears in court with her father, wearing a black garnet trimmed hat, as judges and lawyers prepare to open the case.
A defendant moved to withdraw not guilty pleas and enter guilty on six counts, aiming to present the matter properly before the court. Prosecutor and defense attorneys secured jurors, the jury was sworn at 1:30, and a crowd filled the courthouse as testimonies began. A witness recounted a crime scene involving a child’s body found with a blue blouse and a weighted boot, linking others to the incident.
For Indianapolis and vicinity the 24 hours ending 8 am February 25 will be cloudy with occasional rain and winds. Colder conditions follow the rainfall as the day progresses. A flood-related incident near San BiancIsey reports six deaths from a river flood washout and a house collapse, including John Perzas and his family of four.
A garbled report notes a claim by Dr daibier of the Pasteur Institute that a lymph treatment labeled a brand fails. The text suggests the lymph neither cures nor immunizes but may worsen conditions and is described as a debacle in the fragmentary account.
Diphtheria grave toll climbs as Viru lent cases spread through Decora Iowa with many youths dying. Six were buried in a 24 hour span amid worsening outbreak.
Rochester February 24. Fire destroyed the residence and store of Henry Bros. Monday morning. Loss set at about 600 dollars. The blaze caused extensive damage to the building and contents, with investigators tracing the origin to unknown causes. No injuries reported.
The family of Frederick Warner of Kansas City drowned when their house washed into a river on Monday, Umba A. T. under water, and one man drowned in his bed. A Jeansville Pa mine rescue reports five buried miners saved after 18 days. John & Dobler of Chicago deemed insane. Prof Bancroft’s body found in a Providence pond. Harry Meyer’s ashes to be scattered from the Statue of Liberty per his will.
The board of aldermen denounced Mr Gauss for readvertising bids as alterations to a report were revealed. Members debated removing the doctored contracts and demanded city attorney action with the light committee. A tense meeting adjourned as questions of criminal alteration were raised and left unresolved.
A Rockville reports a male assailant who lurks in shadows attacking and groping women on streets. He has assaulted several young ladies over two weeks, prompting fear among local residents who avoid night travel after dusk. Edward Tottlash, a newcomer from New York, was arrested but not connected to the incidents.
Mixed notices from Indiana towns report saloon floods and high waters in Evansville, school closings in Danville due to diphtheria, a burn in Loogootee, population drop in Dearborn county, Armour’s warehouse move to South Bend, and a nurse near-drowning in Fort Wayne. Tangly alias Ian Wilson jailed for grand larceny. Albion brags of prettiest girls, Fort Wayne contested by Kort Wayne. Bills on school book pricing cited with political pressure. Local editors remark lawmakers as the deadest men in Indiana.
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