01 Jan 1890
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1890
Page
1
A chaotic scene unfolds in a police court as Mayor Denny and city officials lament their loss of power. Dreamlike episodes echo Shakespearean soliloquies, while Cal Darnall and others confront ambition, loyalty, and the approaching turnover as 189 died and new city officers assume office.
A humorous, layered look at the Indiana state capitol and related officials as the New Year begins. The piece catalogs self reflections, political characters, and eager vows to reform, interlaced with portraits of governors, clerks, and court figures, all framed by the marble halls and allegorical statuary. It also reports the Fidelity Savings Bank of $1,000,000 capital and plans to operate statewide with promoters including Carr and Slater.
Half heard talks on Ft Wayne avenue and Washington street mix girl flirtations with a postage stamp hidden code and a grim Civil War memory. A Denison exchange hints at a new Republican daily while quips about the press close the fragment.
A small fire occurred at the Colentre Circle electrical plant causing about 800 dollars in damage. The blaze started in lamp barrels on the second floor and burned slowly. Firefighters reported the machinery was damaged but the cause remains unknown. Wires near the blaze were affected.
A 1800 New Year scene unfolds with whistles bells and fireworks filling the night. An auburn attache watches from a window as stray bullets from revelry shatter several downtown windows, while residents recall past year joys and look to present promises.
A fragmentary verse laments a lost umbrella named as a departed shade. The speaker thanks a generous friend who took up a philanthropic burden, hinting at rain and memory as clues to the absent item. Names Isaac H. Klersted appear, suggesting authorship or dedication.
Stories recount how theater managers supplied fragile stage props and lavish meals per performance. George Dickson keeps cigars labeled victuals in dining scene while grand stagers hosted banquets in the green room. Tales touch on Sothern, Rosina Vokes, and historic props with crime-tinged curiosities.
In Washington the social world sours as Mrs McKee is named nominal first lady at the New Year reception, sidelining Mrs Morton. The Harrisons and Mortons drift apart amid jealousy, gossip, and clashes over White House social leadership, with Mrs Morton favored by many ladies but blocked from official status.
A historical column relays backstage tricks of theater life with real fruit replaced by papier mache in older times, while modern troupes demand real perishables. It recounts incidents from actors like Jack Haverty and R. E. Graham, who faced risky stunts with perishable props, peppered apples, and fake wine, all to preserve illusion on stage.
A sprawling report notes Guy Hecker with Pittsburg, Dan Alexander eyed by Cleveland, Parsons signed as left handed pitcher, Nash and Richardson courted by Boston, and Central trades council backing the Brotherhood. Mentions Phil Reccius, McAleer on Zimmer, AL bomb rumors, Chicago signing Anson and others, and Nimick promises affecting Fred Carroll. Also a drug ad for Dr Jordan's invention.
In the city a Chicago company on the corner of Delaware offers a fine selection of 9 men’s suits and overcoats. The ad promotes elegant goods and affordable prices, inviting customers to visit for good value.
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