Questionable court martial for Gen. Eagan swirls in Washington
Washington January 13 1899 reports debate over Brig Gen C P Eagan facing court martial for remarks about Gen Miles during beef investigation. Cabinet members and army officers push for accountability while noting Secretary Alger's prior assurances protecting witnesses. Breckinridge criticizes the conduct and is sent to Cuba to inspect beef probes as McKinley weighs actions.
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Washington
Chas
P. Eagan
Gen
Eagan
Mama
Miles
Gen. Eagan
Alger
Gen. Miles
Commission
War Department
Breckinridge
Cuba
Porto Rico
McKinsley
Army
War Investigating Commission
Attorney Wm. Rooker Seeks Board Answer on Blume Defense Fees
Attorney Wm. Rooker appeared before the Marion county board of commissioners to learn if any attorneys were contracted to defend Murderer Blume, whose case moved to the county. Judge Higgins would respect the board’s action and bear responsibility. no exorbitant fees expected. The board plans to answer Saturday as many lawyers seek appointment.
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Wm. Rooker
Marion County Board of Commissioners
Judge Higgins
Boone County
Blume
Booker
Higgins
Mr. Rooker
Governors Reception Honors Legislature at State House
Gov Mount hosted a reception for state lawmakers at the state house on Thursday night. The rooms featured abundant flowers and plants as ice cream cake and lemonade were served. Gov Mount and Mrs Mount greeted guests while the governor’s staff displayed brass buttons and gold braids. Sen Beveridge and Mrs Beveridge attended as honorary guests.
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Gov. Mount
State House
Alger Loses Temper in Public Reception
In Washington on a Friday morning Secretary Alger provoked an angry scene in his public reception room as reporters pressed him about Gen Eagan’s statement. He reddened, admonished the room, and hurried away after a sharp rebuke to a question.
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Washington
Alger
White House
Gen. Eagan
Standard Distilling Powers Form West Coast Whisky Trust
A major deal secures most large western distilleries for the Standard distilling and distributing company. The agreement gives Standard control of Spirits distributing and creates a nationwide monopoly in whisky and spirits distribution.
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New York
Standard Distilling and Distributing Company
Standard Company
Spirits Distributing Company
United States
Standard and Spirits Manufacturing Companies
Spain to Pay Ransom for Filipino Prisoners Held by Rebels
Prime minister Sagasta disclosed cabinet measures to secure Spaniards held by Filipino rebels. Public opinion grows anxious that captives may be kept after peace treaty ratification. He said Spain has telegrammed General Ries in Manila to offer ransom if reasonable and to keep Spanish forces neutral if US and Tagalogs clash.
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Madrid
Sagasta
Senor
Ries
Manila
Resolution on Woman Suffrage and Legislative Passes
A debate filled session notes introduce a plan by Quincy Adams Blankenship to amend the constitution granting women the vote. The house discussed use of railroad passes by members, mileage limits, and a push to curb such practices. Senate actions included prizes, peace treaty support, pheasants protection, and a gavel inquiry over ex Senator Watson. The day closed with adjournment to Monday at 2 pm.
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Quincy Adams Blankenship
Judiciary Committee
Caraway
Roberts
House
Blankenship
Drummond
Watson
Senate
Wood
Newby
Hagsard
Brooks
Indiana House Bills and Resolutions Snapshot
Lawmakers introduced bills on claims for Civil War guardians in southern Indiana and a $500 pension for Indiana National Guard wounds. Proposals included tax equalization, sugar beet bounty, New Richmond legalization, and a state board of embalmers. The session adjourned after a Spanish gun presentation as a concurrent resolution was offered.
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Myler
Indiana
Neal
Scott
New Richmond
Montegeomery County
Furness
Willoughby
Evansville
Compton
Murder at Kitts Hill Baptist Church
In Ironton Ohio on January 13 a quarrel at the Kitts Hill Baptist Church led to Robert Baldwin the pastor's son being shot at the door by Salmon Verrell after he and Charles Webb confronted Baldwin following a disturbance. Verrell and Webb fled as sheriff's posse pursues them. Baldwin died within ten minutes before aid could arrive.
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Ironton
Baptist
Kitts Hill
Robert Baldwin
Baldwin
Charles Webb
Salmon Verrell
Webb
Verrell
Young Baldwin
Deed Ordered to Purchasers in Indiana & Lake Michigan Foreclosure
Judge Woods on Friday ordered a deed to Morgan G. Bulkeley and Moses I. Scudder for the Indiana & Lake Michigan railway under a $480,000 mortgage foreclosure by Central Trust Company. Attorneys Butler Joline Wynderse and Mason are awarded $7,500. master commissioners Fishback and Kappes receive $1,000.
Indianapolis Forecast For 36 Hours End Jan 14
Weather outlook for Indianapolis and surrounding area through 8 p.m. Saturday. Cloudy with occasional rain expected Friday night and Saturday. Early morning temperature around 45, rising to 48 by noon and 49 by 2 p.m. Friday.
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Indianapolis
Woman asks judge to stop marriage over feeble son's care
A woman asked Judge Allen on Thursday to halt her son's marriage, arguing he is feeble and cannot provide for a wife. The court replied there is no law to prevent the union.
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Allen
The Swirl of Society in Detroit and Beyond
Detroit society notes Miss Morrison will spend winter with Mrs Eli Lilly. Mr and Mrs William Scott and Miss Grace Wasson plan departure for Egypt January 25. C E Coffin hosts dinner for Senator elect Beveridge. Gov Mount secretary C E Wilson recent Denison dinner for Beveridge. Mrs Thomas Taggart and daughter Lucy head east next week. Mrs E S R Seguin hosted coffee for Miss Waite of Toledo. Mrs Thomas B Arnold travels to Washington Bedford. Charles O Dobbins returns home with bride formerly Daisy Benjamin of Saginaw. Mrs Noble C Butler hosts high tea for Misses Fletcher Monday.
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Miss Morrison
Detroit
Eli Lilly
William Scott
Grace Wasson
Egypt
C. E. Coffin
Beveridge
C. E.wilson
Gov. Mount
Denison
Thomas Taggart
Lucy
E. S. R. Seguin
Waite
Toledo
Thomas B. Arnold
Washington
Bedford
Charles O. Dobbins
Daisy Benjamin
Saginaw
Mich
Noble C. Butler
Fletcher
McGill and McKinley Debate Philippine Policy
Public discussion in Washington centers on whether the United States should permanently hold the Philippines or adopt a temporary protectorate similar to Cuba. Ex President Edward H. McGill of Swarthmore College argues for a temporary role, claiming alignment with President McKinley, while Senator Foraker notes no force is being used to hold the islands.
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Philippines
United States
Philadelphia
Edward H. McGill
Swarthmore College
Cuba
McKinley
Solicitorson
Richards
Dr. McGill
Foraker
Indiana Honors Spanish War Trophies With Flag And Gun
A Friday ceremony in the Indiana statehouse presented trophies from the Spanish American War. The Nordenfelt gun from the Maria Teresa and a battle flag from the Indiana were displayed as Gov Mount and Admiral Brown spoke. Lieut W H Elliott presented the items as James Whitcomb Riley read Old Glory to a roaring, patriotic crowd.
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Maria Teresa
Santiago de Cuba
Indiana
W. H. Eliott
New Castle
Navy
James Whitcomb Riley
Riley
Mr. Riley
M. L. Haines
Frank Taylor
Admiral Brown
Cramp
Philadelphia
Divine Providence
Mr. Brown
Spain
W. H. Elliott
Gov. Mount
America
General Assembly
Telegraphic Message From Captain Taylor at Brooklyn Navy Yard
A telegram from Captain Taylor of the Brooklyn Navy Yard relays a message to the governor on Friday. It mentions officers and crew of a battleship and notes unspecified details from the vessel and its personnel.
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Taylor
Brooklyn Navy
Ithe
Chauncey M Depew Chosen Republican Senate Candidate
Albany Jan 13 Chauncey M Depew was unanimously chosen by the republican caucus as United States senator. The election will take place in four houses next Tuesday with a joint session Wednesday to declare the result. Depew’s long political career includes secretary of state and various state roles.
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Albany
Chauncey M. Depenss
Denew Besam
Westchester
Andrew Johnson
Depew
Japan
Greeley
Croker's New Freight Company Planned in Brooklyn
A new company promoted by Richard Croker and others aims to run freight cars on Brooklyn trolley lines. The plan calls for night operation transporting goods to and from houses docks and factories with cars running on the trolley system. The article mentions boarding houses and factories as the target for freight, and notes potential ash carting as part of the service.
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New York
Richard Croker
Ir P. Flower
John F. Carrell
Brooklyn
City
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Washington, D. C
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Chas. Denby
Azard
Chance
Whisky Trust
Cutty
Brazil
Judiciary
Rifenburg
Downey
Gosport
Martinsville
Crawford
Allegany College
Reading
Bowser
Early
Stillwell
Rules
Capt
Joss
Shea
Hubbell
Godhenour
Turpie
Fairbanks
George Lawrence
Allen County
John J. Hays
Joseph County
M'Kinley
Philippine Islands
McGill
State OF
Hoosier State
Sousa
DR. Chauncey
Cus
Empire State
Manuel Hernandez
Sabanilla
Santiago
Croker
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