08 Jul 1889
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1889
Page
1
New Orleans reports on the planned match between Sullivan and Kilrain, with authorities guarding routes to the scene. Fighters departed by rail amid secrecy while arrests and police measures increased and early reports claimed different round outcomes.
The United Press reports Sullivan defeated Owens in a long fight lasting 72 rounds. The bulletin from Cincinnati dated July 8 says the men fought from 10 to 1 o'clock with Sullivan having the better of it.
Report from New Orleans describes a ring bout where James J. Sullivan defeated Kilrain in 72 rounds for the championship. Referee Dom McCaffrey oversaw action with Sullivan dominating late, authorities and telegraph services corroborating a Sullivan victory, though full details wary.
Reports from Richburg Mississippi claim Sullivan won in the eighth round while Kilrain allegedly fell in the ninth per New York dispatches later deemed unreliable. Cincinnati papers cite ongoing uncertainty as railroad and telegraph bulletins relay mixed results and refereeing disputes linger.
Shaffer and allies push for a Monday meeting to secure rapid approval of an ordinance extending charter power to build an electric streetcar from Massachusetts Avenue toward Brightwood. Local sources see little opposition and expect swift action, while debates focus on a 20 to 50 year charter extension. Prescott’s flight with Rhinehart’s money draws grand jury attention as Rhinehart’s church role is clarified.
In Springfield Indiana July a plumber Geo Murray was stabbed to death Sunday morning in the courthouse park by a youth named Waldron known as Moonlight. Waldron and another man were playing when Murray laughed at a misplay. Waldron struck Murray to the heart. The county prosecutor witnessed the event and Murray died at his feet.
Reported Monday forenoon that Rachel Jackson has been missing since Saturday at midnight after a ride with a woman named Big Annie and a man. She appeared dazed at a hackman’s stable on South Street and entered a barn thinking it was her house. since then she has not been seen up to noon Monday.
Hervey Bain aged 23 with dark complexion eyes and mustache in workingman's clothes has vanished from his home at 141 Geisendorfst. He was last seen Friday morning and no motive or whereabouts are known. Local station house notes the disappearance with no clues or reasons given.
In Chesapeake Street’s tough district on a Saturday night, John McGinniss and Frank Church were held up by a desperado gang. McGinniss resisted the crowd’s robbery attempt and was shamefully pounded in the struggle.
A local resident promotes wealth growth by linking it to clever use of liners. He claims the approach will fill his coffers and advance the town's fortunes.
Many single men in Indianapolis seek a niece comfortable room at moderate rent. Hundreds of rooms are available. Housekeepers seek roomers and roomers seek rooms. The fastest way to rent or find rooms is a short notice in the liner column of Tum SUN.
City council debates asphalt pavement for Pennsylvania Street claiming graft and favoritism. Aldermen Reynolds Tousey Connett oppose, while ex city engineer Shearer backs Trinidad and vulcanite bids. Friction centers on who can speak for property owners and who benefits John C News Company.
A blast at Harry A. Wright’s mince-meat and vinegar factory near New York and Indiana Aves startled residents at 3 30 am. A dynamite cartridge exploded outside a rear window, causing minor damage, while the intention may have been to threaten the Salvation Army or Mr Wright. Police found residues and suspects, but the building suffered only shattered panes and a loud disturbance.
Malta Ohio bank cashier Heil D Miller vanishes after a prison of debt surfaces. Shortage in accounts estimated from $52 000 up to $50 000. Miller’s bondsmen John Miller and Hon BE Stanberry replace $20 000. Miller reportedly confessed and handed over property and 10 000 in stock before leaving. Suspected locations include Eugene City Oregon or British Columbia. Poker speculation suspected as the money source.
Quart Ruck of Carterabuzz received a 25 dollar fine and 10 days in jail for a third offense after a chilly reception from Mayor Denny. Wim Laster was convicted of shooting inside city limits and fined 29 dollars. Carmichael’s search will follow while awaiting possible indictment for intent to kill. Jesse Fox and John Welch waived examination to await jail in default of bond. Harry Rains and James Callahan face larceny trial for taking carrier pigeons from Geo Parker, with trial set for Wednesday.
The state board of education will meet Tuesday to evaluate the Indiana schoolbook company books and proposed manuscripts. They will compare these works with current texts and decide whether to pass the new law, with the outcome potentially killing the bill if opinions are unfavorable.
Acting coroner Ridpath reports month old Harley Dunsmore died from opium poison believed accidental. The infant resided with addicted parent at 224 North New Jersey Street. cause of how the drug was obtained remains a mystery. Grand Concert at Headquarters Summer Garden every Tuesday evening at 81 North Udinoisst.
The state board of charities will visit Loganaport insane asylum then Michigan City northern prison on Tuesday. Secretary Johnson will meet with Brazil coal company in Chicago to discuss Clay County mining matters and proposes a fairness based arbitration plan. He notes opposition centers on method and venal results rather than arbitration itself. Deputy-secretary Young returns from Maxinkuckee outing with a rested, refreshed look.
Prohibition club members plan Monday gathering to discuss The Amendment Defeats What next public in vitea Nelson Beardeley filed suit Monday in superior court to force a $10,000 mortgage on Woodrail Place against Howi C and Lucy W Mayhew The Staunton Farmers and Merchants and Centennial oil and gas companies of ferre Haute filed articles of association Monday with capital stocks of 25600 Each of the Raccoon Wabash raven and dyke association incorporated Monday to construct embankments along the Weabaeh river and the old Wa tesb and Wrie canal for draining recaiming flooded lands Geo Walter fined for profanity and assault on Rudolph Boettcher Squire Siock presiding John Heinbach driver for Moore desk company charged with public indecency case sent to mayor
Wissers Garden hosts a grand military band concert on Tuesday evening July 9. Admission is in cents. Illinois bands perform at the garden with weekly Tuesday evening concerts.
Mrs. M King reports her 11 year old daughter Daisy missing after visiting Cora Adams at 22% W. QChrost and Cook at 345 N. Miesourt. Neighbors recall a girl asking for Cora on Friday. Cook offered search help but gave inconsistent stories. Police and Det. Thornton investigated. a possible abduction or assault is suspected, though some doubt remains about the kidnap theory. The Sun notes limited progress with work at nearby factories as inquiries continue.
The Indiana state seal origin is debated, with librarians and historians noting changes since 1816. Early engravings varied in the buffalo, sun, man, and axe, and records are sparse. Some suggest modernizing to reflect current times by adding symbols such as a mosquito to symbolize industry and civilization.
A New York dispatch reports that Depew discussed pacifying New York Republican politics with President Harrison. The main question was whether to persuade Myrta to resign and go to Russia as minister. Depew warned consulting Egatta before any arrangement and noted dissatisfaction among Flatt Miller factions.
A remarkable runaway occurred Saturday morning on dack son place as a horse hit a light wagon, crashed into M. O'Connor's horse stand, and toppled into the iron fence. It then bolted toward Jackson place, clipped a wheel, and struck Frank Bird's wagon breaking a spring while the driver escaped with no serious injuries.
In Bishopsville six colored men assaulted a young white wife, Mrs. Daniels, while the husband was driven away. Five suspects have been caught and a large guard protects prisoners as white and colored residents discuss the crime causing townwide tension and fear of lynching.
Dr Newton found a weak baby girl in his yard at Richmond around midnight Saturday. The infant is linked to a woman staying in Richmond for weeks, from Decatur, named Mrs Russell Stanley. the mother has left the area. Grand jury indicts Tippecanoe County caloonists. damage suit against L I W road notes Bridget Mugg awarded 4000 in a verdict for her husband’s death. Dick Watkins’ 16 month old dies of sunstroke at Brazil after a cab ride morning incident.
Indianapolis over Philadelphia 8 to 2 after a long Saturday game in Athletic Park. Buffinton and Clements drove runs for the Hoosiers while Boyle Buckley and Glasscock starred for Indianapolis with timely hits and solid defense.
The report lists several early games with mixed results. Pittsburg had 1 run on 2 hits with 6 errors while New York produced 7 runs on 10 hits with 1 error. Chicago routed Cleveland 14 to 9 with 1 hit and 3 errors for Chicago, and Boston topped Cleveland 6 to 9 with 7 errors. Cincinnati beat the Athletics 5 to 2. Batteries noted for each game include Morris Fields versus Keefe Swing, Washington Healy Mack, Dwyer Farrell, and O'Brien Zimmer Madden Kelly.
Mrs E W Barber of six miles out was bitten by a rattlesnake Friday while gathering plums in her garden. She fell very ill and has since become totally blind and severely swollen, despite whisky and other remedies. doctors fear for her life.
Kahn & Go., 14 FE. Washington st., advertise pants made to measure from any cassimere or cheviot in stock for four dollars. These goods were formerly sold at seven dollars.
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