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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1891
Page
1
City engineer Mansfield faces council scrutiny over replacing stratified limestone with oolitic stone for curbing and bowldering. The change links to a Romona quarry and possible conflicts of interest involving local officials and contractors. Residents weigh stone durability and cost.
Chilean insurgents appear to hold the advantage as Valparaiso bombardment looms and President Balmaceda fears escape. In the domestic matter, Judge Brown ruled Alice Mosby an unfit mother and awarded custody of Ethel to the children's guardians. later Mosby and Mattie Holly abducted the child, but Detective Ben Thornton recovered her and plans to arrest Holly if located.
Washington Jan 19 The Senate sparred over the journal entry on the federal election bill with a one and a half hour debate before the bill went over Sherman moved a treaty measure and Carlisle wished to submit remarks as the session adjourned. Goat Blood for Consumptives Paris Jan 19 Doctors Berton and Picy report experiments injecting goat blood into consumptives showing marked improvement. Grain Weak Chicago Jan 19 The grain market fell on reports that the American National Bank Kansas City had not opened and a run on the Kansas City savings bank was rumored.
A Sunday gas explosion at the Marion hotel in Frypray Findlay killed two women and injured twelve others as a leak was vented by cutting a hole in the dining room floor. The building was wrecked with a $25,000 loss. Local and civic items follow including crime notes, a newborn found dead at a gate in Waerasu, and various church and social notices.
News from Pink RmGE dated Jan 19 reports 500 guns turned over to Agent Pierce, with clashes at the hostile camp but no fatalities. Gen Miles plans to depart east this week as Gen Brooke resumes command. Cheyenne tribes remain near the feastworks area. A wife of Few Tails arrives in bad condition after an assault during eagle feather hunts, with her husband killed. The army celebrates the war’s end and notes a potential spring uprising was averted. The Seventeenth Infantry sails to Fort Douglas amid a bustling, oil-slicked scene of soldiers and supply trains.
Recalled Senate story notes Senator Voorhees saying Harrison is Blaine’s 1892 candidate with Blaine seeking renomination and Harrison’s strong leadership. Reports claim Harrison will veto the silver bill to build an eastern following. A Chicago paper jokes about hypnotism and odd incidents during the all night session, with senators wobbling under “cold tea” and a comical cast in the Capitol.
The article profiles Charles Warren Fairbanks, Indiana born lawyer and potential U S senator, noting his farming roots, wealth from law practice, ownership of a large Midwest farm, and links to the Chicago Times. It describes his early work as a farm hand, AP correspondent, his stance on serving as trustee, and his habit of helping aspiring colleagues.
Mr Gauss says the lighting issue can wait a few days as the council faces other items. He questions necessary votes for action and notes the street railway ordinance has grown into a major matter. He praises the chance to test Tar Sinx’s statements and hints at the possible financial stakes for the franchise. He criticizes ontz’s position and expects an investigation into charges, unsure if the ordinance will be pushed Monday night.
For Indianapolis and vicinity the 71 hours ending 8 am January 2, 1891 show fair weather with temperatures nearly stationary, slightly warmer in the northern portion.
The article reviews Doud Byron and the McCaull company at length praising The seven Suabians as a lively English performance with Helen Bertram, while recounting earlier tensions over pay and the ONeill incident in Mobile. It highlights Joseph Arthur and Blue Jeans as a major Indianapolis success with long runs and standing room only crowds. Cut Flowers, my nema Bros, florists, 37-43 Masg. ave.
Dispute in Colorado's lower house as Tuesday ballot for the US senator nears. Reported move to arrest three Democrats to force quorum could trigger violence. Also news of historian Bancroft's death in Washington and severe cold across Europe with ships wrecked in Biscay. A former governor in Nebraska denied raving insanity claims amid political turmoil.
The item surveys global unrest and political movements. It notes starvation in Berlin, Chinese or Chilean issues, and a claim about the American hog entering France. It mentions an Algerian earthquake death toll, Gabrielle Bompard’s pregnancy development, and a British judicial appointment. It also reports Irish party harmony moves with Parnell retiring to ease factional tensions.
Republicans vow to resume tactics to force a vote on the election bill while other Capitol legislation stalls. Democrats in the House block major bills as the Senate fight continues. Some GOP moderates regret voting to take up the measure but stay committed as Hoar maintains party discipline. Ice crop reports show ponds in the north thawed and only six-inch ice deemed unprofitable for cutting this season. February will decide on operations. Irish nationalists plan a Parnell endorsement in New York if Boulogne talks delay past Tuesday. Kansas City bank examiner Marshall takes charge of the American National Bank, with capital stock at 1,250,000.
Dan Laird and Ban Broderick, both Salvation Army members, were held in $1,560 bail each after a burglary charge. The defendants appeared Monday morning in Chicago on the accusation, with prosecutors detailing the alleged theft of valuables.
A collage of brief items reports deaths and crimes across towns including Urbana and Chattanooga. Incidents span shootings, embezzlement, arson, drowning, brawls, and suicides. Notable names appear in every city from Harton to Lincoln to Memphis.
Store owner Galland advertises sale of hats and fixtures at Win L Elder and Bamberger locations. He will vacate the 16 East Washington Street shop by February first. All goods and fixtures priced to go, no turning the world upside down.
In a bustling Indiana senate scene a missing clerk and lost papers spur investigation as lobbyists from the south rise in opposition to fee and salary bills. Veterans of journalism and political spheres attend, while a 70 year old merchant E B Ramsdell is found dead in Vincennes. A London dock riot reports ongoing labor unrest with stone and club attacks.
A jumble of sport and business glimpses from early 20th century papers. Mentions Spalding, Pittsburg Leader, a Philadelphia woman suing the Athletics, Terre Haute’s inter-state entry issue, John Ward heading to Europe, Al Johnson’s dazzle, Miss Woodford’s California ranch, Geo. Rooke’s card play, Fitzshamans, Von der Ahe’s money, day Eye See record, Palo Alto horses bound for New York, and a 35000 dollar fight between Jack McAuliffe and Billy Meier over a large stake.
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