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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1893

Page

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Maud's Backers Fall In Heated Races At City Track

The midweek harness meet drew about 800 in the grandstand amid dust and heat. Billy D. dominated the 2:20 pace with wins in heats one and two, Maud A. faltered in the final heat while Arlington and Pearl McGregor chased payoffs. Combs set a world record in the 700-yard bicycle race, while heavy betting centered on L B Curtin and Tom Taggart's backers. crowd size and weather shaped the day’s drama at the track.

Billy D Maud A Pearl McGregor Arlington Ibis Aunt Delilan Lakewood Masuda Mand Hosa Combs Sun Waller Business Administration Tom ‘Taggart L. B. Curtis Geniul Tom John W. Kern Henderson Leon Bailey Cadi Bunkirk The Safety Board Court House L. B. Curtin Cadi Buskirk Billy” Ron Barney Steel Prince Henry ‘S Hal Parker Henry FP Ssecond Ada Henry FW Henry FL Henry 1 Hel Parker Bud Doble Agmer

Starter Walker Hurt At Track By Collision

A large Thursday crowd of about five thousand witnessed turmoil at the Race Track when a motorist forcibly jumped the grounds injuring starter Frank Walker. No other injuries reported. In the 2:17 pace heat, Boons Wilson won with County Girl second and Atlantic King third, time 2:18, amid heightened excitement.

Walker Frank Walker Marmon George Morrison Boons Wilson County Girl Atlantic King Inline

Brutal double murder in Kentucky shocks county

In Camnp Kentucky two Ray sisters were slain while in a black berry patch. The elder died from throat slitting after witnessing her sister’s plea. The younger girl was killed to hide the killer’s identity. A posse pursued a man matching a tramp’s description, exchanging gunfire as they searched a Port Jefferson cornfield.

Camnp Ray Here Bardwell Blackberry Patch Whitechapel Kay Parening Port Jefferson

Boy Burned In Fourth Of July Toy Cannon Accident

Ben Doughty a 13 year old boy lies near death at his father’s home after a July Fourth toy cannon explosion. While reloading the cannon with powder a misfired firecracker ignited the powder causing severe burns to his face neck chest arms and hands. Doctors say injuries are serious but no blame rests on companions. Local physicians treated him and his condition fluctuated through the night.

Ben Doughty Vermont St Young Doughty Thomas Hanaghville Elder Doughty

Deserted and robbed at hotel in Indianapolis

Mrs Anna Morris of 205 W 8th St Indianapolis was deserted and robbed of 100 cash and a diamond by a man named George Howard at the Gerdes hotel. They had come to be married. A Sun reporter found the house closed and a neighbor said Morris had left for Louisville to wait for Harry Vinton, the man she planned to marry.

Orxcinnarr Anna Morris Sun W. St. Clair St Morris Louisville Harry Vinton

Beecham’s Pilly Offices Move to New Address

Dr. Chitwood relocates his offices and residences to 227 KCALR Lart Street. The note mentions Beecham’s Pilly and Monuments 245 EB on Washington Street with a casual signature Diener in August.

Washington-st. Aug Te. BR. Chitwood KCALR Lart-st

Murdered Husband and Suspected Affair Heard in Brightwood

Coroner Beck heard testimony in Brightwood about Mrs. Klein and her husband Wm Klein who was badly struck with a hatchet. Neighbors described tense relations, alleged infidelity rumors, and Mrs Klein's reaction as evidence is examined for motive and any clues about the assailant.

Winnie Fenter Klein Brightwood Wm. Klein Stephen Flo Ora Spoon

Change of venue questioned in writ of mandate

Janie Carr through attorneys Hord and Per King seeks a writ delaying change of venue. Judge Vox orders Cox of the criminal court to appear next Saturday and explain why venue should not be moved. Thursday morning prosecutor Holtzman moves to strike the motion as premature. the judge sustains the motion.

Janiee Carr Hord & Perking Judee Cox Criminal Court Janie Carr Holtzman Vox

Texas cattle die of Spanish fever in Guta region

Hundreds of Texas cattle stranded in Guta territory die from Spanish fever. Farmers urge governor to halt cattle imports as an armed patrol is formed to guard the territorial line and stop diseased stock from entering.

Guta O.T Texas

Smelting Works Fire Causes Large Pueblo Loss

A Pueblo smelting works burned causing an estimated loss of 50000 dollars. The report notes extensive damage but no injuries. The incident occurred amid other regional fire responses and financial disturbances reported across several states.

Royal Wedding Opens London Summer Celebrations

The duke of York Prince George of Wales and Princess Victoria May of Teck wed in the Chapel Royal at St James Palace. Crowds lined routes to Buckingham Palace as royal procession and celebratory pomp honored the couple. Queen Victoria attended, with diplomats present, and a royal dinner followed at the palace. Present value of gifts reached around five hundred thousand pounds, including a 250000 pound jewelry gift from the Princess of Wales.

London Duke of York Prince George of Wales Victoria May of Teck Chapel Royal St. James Palace Buckingham Palace Constitution Hill Picadilly St. James St. S Marlborough Gate Palace Royal Household Prince of Wales Duke of Fife Cuchess Samaringham Irs Princess of Wales

Indianap olis items report accidents and deaths

Col C B Millard suffered a broken arm and dislocated shoulder in a run away accident Wednesday. Luther Benson’s home at 873 WN Delaware St was ransacked Wednesday. William Buschmann, a prominent Indianapolis grocer, died at his Fort Wayne Ave home after moving from Russia over 40 years ago and building the Bushman block in 1873. burial Friday. An exact model of the warship Kearsage is being built on statehouse grounds for the encampment exhibition. Jeremiah Dodson, a painter on James T Layman’s Irvington residence, fell from a tower window Wednesday, injuring an arm and losing consciousness from blood loss. ambulance took him home on Sixteenth St. A demurrer is filed in the Pulliam case by Attorney Booker, challenging L E and W damages and shifting to the U S court amid clashes between Judges Baker and Bartholomew. six questions raised in the demurrer.

Col. C Millard Luther Benson Delaware St Win. Buschmann Kearsage State House Washington Jeremiah Dodson James T. Layman Irvington Sixteenth St. A Pulliam Booker

Striking Indiana Bicycle Works Polishes Wages Cut

About 100 pol ishers at the Indiana bicycle works on S. Hast St struck after the company proposed shift from 10 hours at 55 cents to 8 hours at 1 74 4 cents. Most workers idle except three. Company cites financial strain and potential shutdown. union tensions rise amid broader street job disputes. Arrests made for rioting as talks continue and a general strike looms.

Indiana C. F. Smith

Wreck of the Bethel Steamer Kills Five Near St Paul

Five people are dead and many injured after the steamer Bethel burned and wrecked Wednesday night at St Paul. Identified victims include Jennie Peak the matron, a man named Shaughnessy, and Lulu Morgan the 13 year old daughter of the mission superintendent who is in critical condition. Hull remains as investigators search for more bodies amid a transient onboard population.

St. Pau Bethel Jennie Peak Institution Shaughnessy Lulu Morgan Morgan Mission

Local Court Hears Public Indecency Case

Mamie Wilson was fined $100 in police court Thursday morning for public indecency after being caught Wednesday night in a compromising position at Military park. The man involved escaped.

Cadi Mamie Wilson David Bartlett Supreme Court Sweeney David Andy Johnson Andy

Weather Warnings and Public Notice Clash

Weather forecast for Indiana calls for local rains with probable thunderstorms Thursday night and Friday. A separate city order targets street harrassers or mashers, urging arrest of anyone addressing passers-by, especially women, with city attorney's backing and superintendent Colbert's instructions.

Morton Montaga Wacore Indiana Colbert Jones

Wanted dealer for first class hotel and club stores

Advert asks for a strictly first class hotel restaurant club or retailer in Wim Elder’s area who does not sell Admiral cigarettes. The notice seeks a reliable source offering premium amenities without the Admiral brand on tobacco sales.

Elvar

Taubeneck Discusses Silver Question In Indianapolis Visit

Mr Taubeneck populist party chairman visited Indianapolis en route from Columbus to Terre Haute to prepare a call for a Chicago meet of the national committee and a bimetallic league gathering. He warned of a looming financial crisis from India's silver coinage suspension and urged free coinage to curb monopolists.

Lion. H. £. Taubeneck People’s Party National Committee Columbus Terre Haute Indianapolis Chicago American Bimetallic League Seandel Taubeneck Ele India Wung Sun Congress Bimetallic League Cincinnati Yogte Bankera Treasury Cleveland Wall St

Endeavor Convention Addresses Welcome in Montreal

In Montre al at the Christian endeavor convention Thursday, Rev J MacGillivray on behalf of city pastors General secretary Budge for the Y M C A and AVA Ayer for the reception committee gave welcomes. Rev P Shenson of Chicago spoke for trustees and delegates. Thursday afternoon Wayland Trout of Minneapolis urged a junior Christian endeavor open to all boys and girls, stressing early instruction in Christian truths.

Olsen Enters Race for Mayor in Democratic Bid

Olaf R. Olsen, owner of Olg machine works and former ward councilman, entered the Democratic mayoral race amid pressure from Downing supporters. He promised a vigorous canvass and stated he would back Sullivan if Downing is not nominated. Other figures discuss prospects for the nomination, with Judge McKee favored for the supreme bench appointment. The German American club plans a meeting to discuss city campaign matters and may endorse Sullivan. Frank Hord denies seeking the nomination but would consider it if offered.

Olaf R. Olsen Olg Machine Works Cratch Downing L McClellan John Shes John Cronin James B. Wilson Ola Olsen Suil Mansur Democratic of Commlities Downing Ci Vasa Toa Si Mr. Sullivan Mr. Downing Sim Coy Thace White Suloay Ward Mr. Coy Tan Sun Sullivan Sim Olds Supreme Bench John B. Stoll Taporte Robert Lowry Fort Wayne Rodebaugh Muncie Marshall Indiana D. W. Mckee Connersville Man Frank Hord

Train leaps track on Big Four in Indiana accident

A Big Four fast world’s fair train jumped the track at 11 o clock in Fairland near Shelbyville Indiana. A telephone message from Fairland reports several injured and no fatalities.

Shelbyville Ind Fairland Big Four Road

Fragmentary ad copy on cigarette promotion and dye works

A garbled page item advertises cigarettes with phrases like new product and price hints. It also mentions a dye works business Emito's dye works located near Pennsylvania Street with unclear details.

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