06 Jul 1895
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1895
Page
1
In a neat Fletcher Avenue home lies Irene Saler, 16, gravely wounded with a 22 caliber bullet to the temple. Neighbors and physicians debate accident versus possible self harm as her family cites an accidental discovery of a loaded pistol and doctors weigh the wound’s direction and her limited recovery prospects.
A colored janitor named Geo Whitlock at Tomlinson Hall leaves a note in the family bible saying he is bound for Montana. Mrs Whitlock, wife of Whitlock, searches for him after learning of the departure and his 16 year old son expresses disinterest. Whitlock is noted among colored politicians and the episode causes talk. The wife and children reside at 116 Rhode Islands.
An 18 year old named John R. Alscine was arrested as insane in New York after reporting he was set adrift in a box car with bread and water in Charleston. He says his father abandoned him, he rode to Philadelphia then to New York, and officials contact Charleston to locate his well to do parents.
A chicken laid an egg in a Pottsville church seat which a local girl brought home and used in baking a cake. The egg helped start a fund for a new Methodist Episcopal church that is growing rapidly. In Jersey City an explosion at Manning and Squires zinc works seriously injured five workers.
Repeated illness among Carter family and visitors sparks coroner inquiry. Brice M. Carter died last week as analyses proceed. Ulisses Carrie Cora Brush and Mrs Mary Brush describe illnesses after meals and statements of possible poisoning. June Carter, daughter of the deceased, meets Dr Castor and calls death very mysterious.
Good & Co. clerks George Good and James Kerr, intruders per Indian agent Wisdom, must quit the Choctaw nation within five days or face royalty payments for goods shipped and sold. The firm, general railroad contractors under contract on the Choctaw Oklahoma and Gulf extension, is accused of introducing merchandise to citizens and non citizens and of refusing the 134 percent royalty mandated by law.
Saturday Judge Harvey decided the Sun Vapor Light Co. versus the city suit to recover the January lighting payment and to enjoin the city from denying the contract's validity. He ruled the Board of Works may authorize long term contracts if yearly or shorter installments are paid, making this a monthly contract. The court awarded the January installment to the company.
Ex President Harrison visited the state house on Saturday and, after greeting the clerk of the supreme court, qualified as trustee of Purdue University. Clerk Hess administered the oath and Harrison thus received an official office.
A blaze began Saturday morning on the river’s east side burning Wallace's department house Kingston's pharmacy Burden and Mard sen's dry goods store Miner's grocery and J Gibson and Magan's shoe store.
Boston July 6 reports that Johnson Sanger and Tyler have signed articles of agreement for a five mile race on July 27. The match promises a notable rivalry with a sizable purse and strong public interest.
The Sun reports a booming bicycle contest with about 200 entrants daily. Many youths already own bikes and more entries are welcome before closing. Full details are on page 7 and participants must have a bicycle to join.
Five board members present as minutes were read. Roth passed a black cigar to Lesper, who chopped the end with a jackknife and kept it in his mouth. Bonds for Miss Ridenour and P J O Meara were approved. Appel's resignation and committee appointments were postponed due to absences, challenging long standing custom.
A proposal from the American Reduction Company to Mayor Denny was opened by the Board of Works on Saturday offering to contract city garbage and night soil disposal for 20000. They cited underestimation in a 12000 bid and precedent from Washington and Pittsburgh to justify the price, deferring action until a conference with Mayor Denny.
Washington report notes light Buazzard’s bay mail and few cabinet officers in city as July holidays slow clerks. It cites projected Treasury overspending and a looming deficit while detailing a separate misdealful property dispute where father sues to reclaim Ray’s addition lot placed in son Patrick’s name.
Mrs. G. J. Marott and sister Mrs. Hi. Schaffer of Dayton Ohio were at the curb on Washington street when a runaway horse owned by August Kuhn dashed by striking the Marott carriage. Mrs. Marott was unconscious briefly and will be confined for days. Schaffer suffered bruises but no serious injuries.
An ad lists cistern cleaning and cementing services at $1.50 with pumps available. Contact details point to Butts, 1883 Indian Ave, and phone number 4.
Reports say no organized push exists yet in Indiana to nominate Gov. Matthews for the White House. Democrats claim the northern and eastern trip by Matthews fueled sentiment, with a solid delegation likely to carry Matthews ammunition at the national convention. Observers note Matthews appeals to farmers, business people, and conservatives, while GOP rival Harrison leads 1896 support. Matthews recently traveled through Boston and Washington, sending a letter from Boston stating reporters misquoted him in New York.
La Punta Maryland reports a case where Mrs Farrall, 28, stands accused of murdering her crippled hotel keeper husband, 52, by strychnine. Disappearing after his death in 1894, she now enjoys town sympathy and luxuries, despite damning inquest testimony and motive tied to a younger man Eugene Hall.
London reports that Cambridge athletic team accepts Yale's challenge, signaling a forthcoming intercollegiate contest. The announcement confirms Cambridge will meet Yale in a scheduled event, highlighting ongoing athletic exchanges between the two universities.
Amusements note a big audience for the Mikado at Wildwood park Friday night with a final show Saturday. Miss Josephine Knapp bows out Saturday to spend the summer eastward, replaced by Miss Ada Walker. Pompeii park gears for War and Peace and A Day at the World’s Fair with an 175 seat elevated stage. War and Peace plays Tue and Wed, A Day at the World’s Fair on Wednesday matinee, amid repeated company success.
A young woman and her mother appeared before the County Board of Review on Saturday to dispute their home’s valuation. The exchange included questions about age and marital status, and the board unanimously reduced the appraisal. The article also notes debates over taxation of paid‑up stock in building and loan associations and a general reduction in real estate valuations, with Joel Baker gravely ill after surgery.
A chemist's office holds a green bottle feared to contain alcohol. C R Clifford, noting his children fell sick after drinking root beer, seeks analysis to confirm alcohol content. The case may impact Sunday beer laws and excise officials, drawing Roosevelt's attention.
A touring theatrical troupe performing at the Grand Opera House in this city last week collapsed financially. A member sought governor aid Saturday, saying players are unpaid and some need assistance. Out-of-town specialists left after being promised payment. Managed by J I Burke the troupe came from St Louis and vanished with debts unpaid. Dickson and Talbott note income was insufficient to cover expenses including opera house rent and bill posters. The orchestra remains unpaid and discontent grows.
Gas explosion aboard the steamship Parbadian from Liverpool to New Orleans fatally injures the second engineer and seriously burns three firemen on July 6 near Hunters Quay.
In West Indianapolis Powell says he fights policy selling with tickets hidden on players, but officers struggle to prove cases. Detective Thornton hints arrests may come. headquarters operate from a saloon district, while letters from workers accuse Powell of ignoring policy rings. A Northeast resident warns of taking action if relief fails.
Brookyville July 6 Burglars tried to force entry to the vault in the residence of the daughter of ex boss Hugh McLaughlin. They were frightened off by a servant after hours of work. The vault held about 400 dollars in jewels and wedding presents.
Jackson Michigan reports that Thomas Phillips died at Woodville after the Bala Klava charge. He was one of the famed light brigade and sustained bullet wounds and sabre cuts while emerging from the clash.
A fire of unknown origin caused about 150 dollars in loss to H Nordyke's stable located at 605 North Delaware Street. The blaze occurred at 12 11 Saturday afternoon and injuries were not reported.
A concise ad noting driven wells offered at 40 cents per foot with an Indiana contact and telephone 1791. It mentions a World's Fair tie to a medal and diploma, implying recognition or display of honors. The text is fragmentary but indicates sales and promotional details for well-digging services.
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