Mrs Harrison on shopping trip to New York and Philadelphia
In a report from Indianapolis to Pittsburg and New York, Mrs Harrison travels with Mrs McKee and others under John Wannamaker’s care to secure wardrobe items not found in Cincinnati or Chicago. The party’s movements stir curiosity as they visit Gilsey House in New York and attend events, with sightings of attendees including Ben Harrison’s wife and Levi P. Morton. The narrative notes shopping, dining, and social calls, while officials discuss city lighting concerns linked to electric and gas services.
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The
Cincinnati Enquirer
New York
Harrison
Benjiamie Harrison
Gilsey House
Indianapolis
Mr. Mickie
Mrs. McKee
Morton
Hog Breeders Host Noted Indiana Swine Convention
A lively Indiana hog breeders convention drew 250 members to the state house area as they exhib ited racing gauntlets for judging hog merit. Robert Sanford touted a planned sale of 75 to 100 hogs after the state fair, touting his prize sow Gilie Gold Dust as she collects major prizes. Officers elected Sat urday were President S H Biebout, Secretary Walter Pierce, and Treasurer John Barcourt.
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State House
Indiana
Downystairs
Foghorn Kelly
Senarors
Robert Sanford
Sanford
James Mustard
Freeners
H. Biebout
Walter Pierce
John Barcourt
Senate Fracas Ends With Neck and Neck Contest
Friday's session saw Democrats gain control as Carpenter was unseated amid filibuster tactics by Republicans. Urmston and Johnson clashed over representation for Shelby and Decatur while a moved report was delayed. Howard read a prologue accusing past misconduct before a decision to indefinitely postpone the seating dispute.
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Carpenter
Dresser
Barrett
Urmston
Seat Bay
West
Johnson
Shelby
Decatur
Jphnson
Howard
Woods
Johson
Malion
Malieau
Ray
Senate
al Mooiay
Thompson
Boyd
Mullinix
Johnson O
Urmston Thun
Alford
Uroston
Dressai Aul Johnson
Damanilas
Barret
Sod
Tsa
Democrate
Startled by Records and Unpaid Judgment Against Moore
A man with a full beard admitted a court record of judgments against Joseph A Moore in a foreclosure of five mortgages. Clerks confirmed a $120,605.40 judgment from March 10, 1880 in favor Geo P Bissel, with a $1,086,000 credit claim later noted. Reports suggest a large defalcation with rumors of up to $3,000,000, though officials say the amount may be under half a million. Moore’s whereabouts are unclear, with officials denying arrests and Abbott denying inflated loss claims, while Moore is said to be at Tanglewood or avoiding the city as inquiries continue.
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United States
Joseph A. Moore
Nichols
Geo. P. Bissel
Nichola
Sus
Moore
United States Court
Tanglewood
eToe
Hanlis
Travis
Abbot
Abbott
Connecticut Mutual
SUN
Charles N. Lee
Miller
Sunman
Lee
Nice
Chicago
New York
Ti Snow Beiling
Jeaneser
Siice
Market+ st
Charles ¥. Barrett
Trustes Millar
Charles N. Lea
Tanglewood Farm
Congressmen Quarrel In Washington Duel Threatens
In Washington a downtown hotel clash between Representatives Barry of Mississippi and Craig of Texas escalated to a violent scene with beer bottles knives and bruises. The brawl foreshadowed a possible expulsion vote as Senate procedure and party lines sparked fiery exchanges and chaotic filibuster like disruption.
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Washington
Wastitscron
Barry
Mississippi
Craig
Texas
Spy From Germany Reports Samoa Trouble
A German naval observer recounts the Samoa clash as an unprovoked attack on German sailors by natives and mixed-race locals who claimed American protection. One man was hurt, blame placed on journalist Klein, with further disturbances leaving 15 Germanians dead and many wounded as tensions rise and patrols increase.
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San Francisco
Dan
Splj
Justin
Diarman Cenenl
Samoa
Klein
Apia
Kieia
WasuTs G' Ros
Petry
Barlin
Flo
sprsaTos
Seneter Sherman
Harrison
Stockholder cites directors game in Indianapolis club bid
Joseph Schiwabacher, a heavy stockholder, says the seven directors planned to freeze out stockholders long ago and profit from the sale of the franchise. Mayor Brush notes Schiwacher owned 160 dollars in stock while uncertainty remains over which syndicate will win the bid, Wickson & Talbott singled out. John Reardon backs Curtis bill for a public works board to balance South-side gains with North, considering a run for alderman to curb abuses.
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Joseph Schiwabacher
Cincinnati Enquirer
Indianapolis Baseball Club
Brush
Schushacher
Wickson & Talbott
Reardon
John Reardon
Curtis
Board of Public Works and Affairs
Pearson, Thalman, Trusler & Co
John Rail
Real estate transfers and Burns anniversary events this week
Aggregated real estate transfers span the past week. The Quamon club plans its annual gathering at Brenneke's hall on Friday night. Burns anniversary celebrated by Caledonia club at Lyra ball with music and dancing, Gov Hovey and Lieut gov Chase in attendance. John Stevens, grocer, was thrown from a wagon causing injuries. A jury verdict in Langsten vs. railroad case awarded 5,000 for eye loss. Residents demand street repairs on Coburn Street mud holes after gas line work. Emma Donnan leads students to court to observe sessions, which were postponed. Judge Taylor issues orders preventing city from removing a streetcar turntable. Oscar Kuendemeyer fined for fast driving on Washington street. Legislative bill proposes state officials form a library purchasing board with 5,000 appropriation next year.
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Quamon Club
Brenneke
B. F. Langsten
C., Sf. J. & P. Railroad Company
Coburn
Higtrsts
DeRuiter
Trust Gas Company
Coburne St
Emma Donnan
Taylor
N.llinoisst
Street
Oscar Kuendemeyer
Sergi
Brace
Washington St
Applegate
Jake Dunn
Supreme Court
State Historical Society
Secretary of the State
Dense darkness grips Cincinnati as city shrouded in blackout
January 26 report describes a heavy fog or blackout at 10 o'clock Saturday morning in Cincinnati. City was enveloped in thick darkness despite street lamps and street cars being lit, making visibility near zero for an unprecedented event.
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Cinccinnati
New York
Aa Square
McGlynn Letter Stirs Catholic Circles in New York
Sp McGlynn accuses Archbishop Corrigan of false statements and misrepresentation in an open letter. The vigorous missive creates intense excitement among Catholics and wins McGlynn wider support.
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New York
McGlynn
Corrigan
MecGlynn
Mortgage Filed For Four Million In Indiana
Valparaiso Indiana January 26 New York Trust Company holds a mortgage filed by Elgin Joliet and Eastern Railroad for four million dollars. Mrs Barber suffered internal injuries after a fall down stairs and is expected to die.
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Valparaiso
Ind
Elgin, Joliet & Eastern R.R. Company
New York Trust Company
Barber
Cold Wave Signal Issued For Jan 27 Morning
Weather observer Wappenhans reports a Saturday instruction to hoist a cold wave signal predicting temperatures falling to 20 degrees by 8 a m on January 27. The notice warns of a sharp early morning dip and potential frost conditions.
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Wappenhans
Robbed on Central Ave in Saturday morning incident
Cincinnati report notes Fritz Handel was sandbagged and robbed during the dark hours Saturday on Central Avenue. The sparse dispatch records the assault as a robbery with no further injuries or details available. Local authorities were alerted as the investigation continues.
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Cincinnati
Dan
Fritz Handel
Central-ave
African Exposition Opens with Diverse Collection
African Exposition features a striking collection of African items gathered by Carl Steckle man Indiana's young traveler at 82 Washington Street formerly H Lieber's Picture Store Admission ten cents displays include artifacts and evrios from the continent with the exhibit inviting public view in a neighborhood venue.
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Carl Steckleman
Indiana
Washington St
H. Lieber
No Change of Cars Thal D and W Railway
The line remains the sole through car route to Decatur Springfield Jamisonville Quincy Tl Hannibal Mo and Keokuk Ia with the ticket office listed at 134 S Illinois St.
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Thal
Decatur
Springfield
Jamisonville
Quincy
Hannibal Mo
Keokuk, Ia
Illingis St
DeRuiter’s Bold Street Cleanup Push Faces Council
Street commissioner LeRuiter vows firm action after passes of resolutions. He claims he will enforce orders despite opposition, mobilizing 125 workers and 90 teams to clear dirt from Illinois Street and remove debris.
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DeRuiter
LeRuiter
Buncombe
DeRaiter
Council
Hhis
Revival meetings and court verdict dominate Meridian news
Morning and evening revival sermons advertised at Second Presbyterian and Memorial. Dr Cleveland, Rev Keen, and Rev Bowler lead services in Meridian. A verdict awarded Mattie Reed $85 43 against a National company over a burned property in Shs Tennessee Street. John Reed once faced arson charges but was acquitted. Bishop Lew Bishop clashed with police after a knife assault. he previously served four years for attempting to kill his wife. A Four Freight wreck near Cincinnati causes $30,000 damage. no serious injuries, trains delayed.
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Lucas
Second Presbrvrian
J. A. Dean
Memorial Presbyterian
Dr. Cleveland
Meridian M. A
Keen &T
Ng. Tey. Clark
Kentucly
Onéinia
Phillips
Rey W. H. Bowlered
Mattie Winsbury
Mattie Reed
National Company
Shs
Tennessee St
John Tall
Mattie
Sun Fire Office
Bishop
Lew Bishop
E. Washington St
James Smith
Bistop
Unie
Cincinnati
Splj
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