Bliss Declines Cabinet Post Navy for Business
New York Republicans learned Cornelius Bliss has declined McKinley’s invitation to be secretary of the navy. He says four years in Washington would neglect his business and domestic affairs. Bliss’s decision follows secrecy after his Cleveland visit. Other notes mention Senator Cullom denying any cabinet offer and Senator Lodge’s Washington visit discussing New England cabinet prospects.
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New York
U. P
Cornelius N. Bliss
McKinley
Maj. McKinley
Mr. Bliss
Cleveland
Washington
Maj. McWinley
Bliss
Melkinley
Mel Winley
U.P
Times
Treasury
Cullom
Tias
Lodge
Canton. O
Henry Cabot Lodge
Massachusetts
East
New England
John D. Long
Massachu
Elopement Shocks Philadelphia Society Figures
Mrs. Pinckney Norris elopes with H Cavalier Smith, both prominent in Philadelphia society. They travel toward Japan via New York and San Francisco, leaving behind spouses with extensive fortunes and several children. Norris and Smith are well known in social and club circles. remaining spouses are unsettled and pursuing legal action.
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Philadelphia
U. P
Pinckney Norris
H. Cavalier Smith
Japan
Airy
Norris
Baltimore
Mr. Smith
Oriole
New York
San Francisco
Tioneluwg
Smith
Fia Walnutst
Smiths
Locuster
Indianapolis Weather Forecast for 36 Hours
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity covers the 36 hours ending at 8 p m on January 15. Expect cloudy skies with occasional rain or snow, followed by a cloudy and colder Friday. Moonlight reading Thursday shows a low around 32 and a high near 22 at 2 p m.
Purdue President advocates football reform to reduce harm
President Smart of Purdue argues in a plain letter that the sport can be reformed to curb professionalism and lessen danger to players. He defends the game’s value, notes Purdue athletes’ good scholarship, and says nationwide college presidents in the middle west favor safer rules and less brutality.
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Smart
Purdue
Purdue University
THE
SUN
Middle West
Turbulent Senate Fight Roils Terre Haute Factions
The Indianapolis Sun reports a fierce factional struggle in Terre Haute and Vigo County over McKeen's Senate bid. It alleges charges of manipulation within the Meade campaign, naming Overstreet, Henry, Thompson, and McKeen as key figures, with factional efforts affecting the St Louis convention and a state committee decision. Overstreet’s confirmation to Gowdy’s executive committee is described, along with behind the scenes negotiations and possible political favors.
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Indianapolis Sun
Terre Hanne
The
Express
Trih! Sun
MeéWeen
Dav O
USA Senate
Cowes
Chaverm
Foxpress
Helwal
Scout Careenier
Nebekoy
Nebeker Weing
Mir
Ale- Neon
Overstreet
Irman Trowids
Alr
Hienry
Geet McKinney
Col
Dick Thompson
Chas. W. Pairhanks
Sational Conventionu
St. Louis
Rees
Marty
McKeen
Warry Ft Choa
Anen
Iien
Higgins
Allen
Filbeck
Gowdy
State Committee
State Central Committee
Karly
Indianapolis
Terre Haute
Mc Ixeen
Filbeck and
Tarry
Faris
MeIxeen
Hast
Bloomington
Senate
Duncan
Kayser
Clay
Hedgecock
Committee On Corporations
Roose
Elkhart
Roots
Connersville
Morris
Floyd
Remington
Union
Franklin
Rip
Tricks
Marion
Southern Insane Hospital
Matthews
House
Nicholson
Willoughby
Hicks
United States
Linck
Jefferson
Whisky House
Littleton
Haggard
Just Reward: Dolby Fined for Deserting Wife in Police Court
George Dolby was fined 116 and costs in police court on Thursday for deserting his wife Pearl. Amos Lintner of North Indianapolis testified he had taken Mrs. Dolby to a room and stayed the night, prompting an immoral affidavit. Judge Cox questioned Lintner’s testimony and implied he lied. Lintner posted bond at the police station.
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George Dolby
Pearl
Amos Lintner
North Indianapolis
Diadem Patent Winter Wheat Flour Sold by Grocers
Noblesville Milling Co offers Diadem Patent strictly pure winter wheat high grade flour suitable for all pastries and bread. Also advertised are low priced furniture by Wm. L. Hidet and plumbing items including Leaky Cisterns Cleanea and Cemente at $1.50. Contact I. I. Bugts at 133 Indiana Avenue, phone 1791.
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Noblesville Milling Co
Wm. L.hidet
Ind
Indiana Senate Feud Over Salary Bill Sparks Disorder
The Indiana House and Senate debate a fee and salary measure amid interruptions and disorder. Bills target township trustees and school funding while lawmakers push reforms and optical assemblies. O Gannon distributes a special Democratic edition to members as sessions unfold.
Tracy argues arbitration treaty could threaten Monroe Doctrine
In a New York interview former Secretary Tracy contends the arbitration pact with England may force the United States to yield the Monroe Doctrine by allowing arbitration over territorial acquisitions. He warns that ratification could permit England to occupy Cuba or nearby territories if Spain seeks relief, challenging U.S. protections in the Caribbean. He urges careful reading of article nine and full preservation of U.S. rights to oppose foreign claims by force if necessary.
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New York
U. P
Ing
Benjamin F. Tracy
Navy
United States
Olney
England
United Sta
Spain
Cuba
St. Thomas
Mrs Edward J Gorman forgives husband after suicide attempt
Mrs Edward J Gorman, living with her sister Mrs Mann at the corner of New York Street and Senate Avenue, attempted suicide by taking morphine and chloral. She forgave her husband in a note and told her sister how to care for their 12 year old son. Thornton company employee Borman had left home last Friday after a long, troubled period.
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Edward J. Gorman
Mann
New York-st
Senate-ave
Borman
Henry Long
By Thornton Company
Hasselman Ing Company
Curran's Offense Charges Filed Against Patrolman
O B Iles rear clerk of the house of representatives accuses Patrolman P J Curran of assault on him. Curran, intoxicated at the time, struck Iles after being confronted. he drew his revolver, fearing a burglar. Supt Colbert sought explanation, Prosecutor Walk refused to file an affidavit.
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House Ie Representatives
P. J. Gu
Curran
Colbert
Des
Cur
Lter
Hea
Viclin
Walkin
Illes
Walker
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Country
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Page
Pingee
Gov
O’gannon
Harrison County
Corydon Democrat
Indiana
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Tippe Oe
Divine Bressing
O Brien
Abraham Lincoln
Pettit
Rogers
Laporte
Bey
Vincennes
Priner
Board of Charities
I Morris
Hamilton
Harris
Geeting
State Board of Education
Dressel
Jennings and Attornties
Goddard
Herrocd
Johnson
Leabcock
Lagrange
Huison
Lowell and Whiting
Lake County
Boone County
Drummond
Hawkins
Alexander
Tracy
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