10 Jul 1895
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1895
Page
1
Neighbors recount startling tales of Dee Shipman who allegedly threatened to burn her home to thwart a slander suit. A Tuesday night fire at 837 Alvord Ave destroyed the frame house and spread to the adjacent home of Mrs. Augusta Schwartz. neighbors and police pursue leads as Mrs. Shipman remains missing and under investigation.
Mrs Maud Roberson aged 18 died suddenly on Wednesday morning after a day of illness. Husband found her dead beside him at 5 am. Dr Car son and the coroner attributed death to neuralgia of the heart. Family resided on Lambert street and had been married two years with two children.
London reports a Westminster Gazette message from Gladstone asserting the house of commons as the nation’s organ, to vindicate rights, establish England’s honor, and consolidate empire strength by conceding Ireland’s just constitutional claims.
Judge Baker of the federal court orders the two whisky trust plants sold with Receiver McNulta present last Wednesday. The action aligns with Illinois Ohio and Minnesota orders. The whisky trust affairs in U S courts are nearing closure.
The state camp at Fairview park will comprise 700 white duck tents arranged in a systematic layout. The encampment ground was staked off on Wednesday, and officials have not yet decided a name for the camp.
Forecasts for Indiana for 86 hours ending 8 p m July 11 call for warmer and fair conditions through Wednesday night and Thursday. A village fire at Wauwatonsa, just west of the city, destroyed fifteen dwelling and business houses on Wednesday.
Ed Oliver was stabbed near the heart on Washington street at Capitol avenue in front of a World’s Fair store at 8:45 p.m. Tuesday. Police say Will Owens stabbed Oliver, who was treated at the city dispensary and sent to hospital. Tom McCarty, held for drunkenness, described the attack and claimed Owens fled. Oliver’s condition described as non fatal.
The state tax commission anticipates a lively session with Indiana building and loan associations over taxation of paid-up stock. Many protests and county appeals are expected as officials debate whether capital or running stock can be taxed, especially when paid-up is small relative to capital. The commission plans a pocket railroad map of Indiana, color coded by line, with a linen cover.
In Maryland street, Mrs Ellen Dugan and Mrs Mary Haney clashed after visits. A chair was used in the scuffle injuring no one seriously. Both women were jailed for assault and battery with Dugan fined $5 and Haney $10 in police court.
In New York at Tomhave and Twenty ninth streets on a Wednesday morning Rose Sinn age 19 was shot dead by Michael McGowan who fled. Police say jealousy likely drove the fatal shooting in a street-corner tragedy.
Pullman workers in Ludlow Kentucky earned a ten percent raise while Michigan communities faced forest fires raging near Muskegon and Alpena as crews battled the blazes and officials warned residents.
Readable notices promote Golden Santos coffee fresh roasted daily by Geoge R. Popp at 31 N. Pennsylvania St. Also advertised Leman Laxative in large bottles at 60 cents and a spring tonic pitched as a priceless value for ladies.
Indiana's Cross and Pepper pitched well as Hoosiers beat St Paul despite umpire McDermott’s controversial calls. Key moments include Newell’s remarkable second baseman throw and a double play sequence turning the tide. Also noted are court papers and drug tonic ads tucked into the page.
In a heated defense, Judge Stubbs of the police court says he fines only when justified and denies supporting lax enforcement. He criticizes patrols on horseback targeting villagers with grazing livestock and urges discretion in arrests. He rejects a renomination, offering resignation over petty offenses.
Miss Pearl Smith writes from Indianapolis on July 10 1895 proudly announcing she is now the owner of the wheel she earned by gathering 10 subscribers and names to the Sun contest. She thanks The Sun and supporters who provided names and aid and notes the contest remains open with bicycles for others who follow the rules.
About 2000 people braved cold and dim lights at Lincoln Park Tuesday night to hear the Innes band perform a Civil War musical history. The program featured soldiers, northern and southern songs, and a lively encore led by Captain Castor’s Company Ay of the state militia. Substantial applause and a notable trombone display by Mr. Innes capped the evening despite weak opening, followed by plans for further programs and military night at Wildwood park.
A Urbana Ohio man, 50, known as 4 T. Lewis, forged bonds and defrauded lenders across Cincinnati Mechanicshure Urbana Dayton and beyond, amassing 250000 potential total losses. He built wealth with 1000 acres in Champaign county and a 15000 home, while bank instability, a missing wife and ill son highlight his fall from grace. Hutchinson, a Pennsylvania system claim agent, bought the bonds and lost 10000 to the scheme, as investigators piece together forged signatures and missing coupons.
Chris Zimmerman, who fired the fatal shot that killed Silas Eaglen, rests in jail and defends his actions as self defense. Witnesses including Marshal Thomas Perry and Mrs Zimmerman recount the events at the road house. The coroner’s inquiry covers Zimmerman's treatment, a pending death certificate, and funeral details for Eaglen who was a Druids member initiated in 1893.
Dr Price's Cream Baking Powder received a gold medal at the Midwinter Fair in San Francisco. The award highlights the product's quality as judged by fair exhibitors and local judges, signaling strong consumer appeal and industry recognition.
A fatal blaze destroyed F W Case’s livery stable in Detroit at 2 am. Dozens of workers slept above. only one man, Cummings, escaped by leaping to his death. District bodies include John Shaw, John Bowman, Thos Webb, Edward Hughes, James B Shaw. Charles Davia is missing. About 100 horses perished. loss around $175,000, with insurance about half.
July 10. Trvinity hall crew beat Cornell by eight lengths in the Grand challenge cup trials on Hanley course. Cornell led at the half mile, finished exhausted as Trinity drew ahead for a 1:15 final time. Leander protested the verdict, but umpire ruled Cornell ahead. American sentiments flare amid the controversy. Amesting bids readvertised for city garbage collection with American Reduction Company favored at $20,000 offer.
Dr. Bryan reported on Wednesday afternoon that Irene Saler, shot several nights earlier, is improving and shows a glimmer of recovery. He noted she cannot yet reveal whether the self-inflicted wound was intentional or accidental.
The attorney general reads many letters interpreting the Nicholson law from all parts of the state. A Terre Haute woman sues Empire Life Insurance in federal court for 5000 on an 8000 policy held by her husband. Wheat levy dispute involves the Jackson County sheriff and U S marshal. Multiple marriage licenses and obituaries noted among various local names.
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