15 Jul 1889
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1889
Page
1
A Sunday afternoon wind storm devastated Princeton six miles east of Hamilton Ohio, destroying eleven houses and many more structures. Debris cluttered streets as residents assessed the wreckage, with a total loss estimated at 40000 dollars. A child of W P Anderson was badly hurt in the disaster.
A July 15 report cites the year’s worst thunderstorm with five and a half inches of rain in six hours, rivers rising 17 inches, demolishing telephone lines, washing away bridges and two Wilton branch washouts. In Junc tion City eleven houses swept away amid feared loss of life. A long Tangent article also notes Capt. Terry’s odd tales and a state official questioning insanity admissions by county populations.
Observer's local forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity predicts fair weather for the 24 hours ending 8 a m on July 16 1889. Warmer conditions expected with clear skies and light winds. Comstock offers 6 triple plated Rogers Bros items for $1.70 for ten days only at 28 Wash-st.
Washington July 15 Blaine's resignation is the main topic as intimates doubt he can sustain ten or more months of heavy state department duties after months of illness and travel. Secretary Tracy notes long illness but no official retirement plan has been announced. Jake Kilrain and trainer Donavan travel east after defeat.
A parade of local items includes theft of a valuable bay mare from Brown's First St livery stable, a new $50,000 capital filing by Hall Milling Co of Indianapolis, divorce petitions by Henry G. Calvin and Mary Atkinson with custody claims, and a damaging flood of footbridges across city crossings. Also reported are an insane 53 year old, a dog bite in Chesaperkeat, a purse snatching, drunk resistance, a dress theft acquittal, a Niagara Falls excursion plan, Parry Paints pay reform, theft convictions in party circles, a bawdy house fine, a sparring incident with a mother, a coast survey appointment linking to Rose Polytechnic, and a noted academic given a high salary and staff.
Local ad notes Lockwood's cultivated blackberries and fresh twlea daily. Line agent for Lockwood's pure cider vinegar. Chas J Kubr, 47 and 49 Illinois Street, listed in the credit line.
A chaotic recollection of French public memory marks New Yorks centennial of the Bastille fall. The piece recounts the 1789 uprising, the brutal prison conditions, and the mob’s storming of the Bastille. It notes prominent figures and a Parisian historian narrator guiding the crowd through the tale.
Joseph T. Fannine denies the Journal that he is quietly seeking the democratic nomination for city clerk and says he will not enter the race. Sim Coy has reportedly stepped back from active involvement. James W. McGinniss is in the race and Bud Swift is actively hustling as part of his candidacy plans.
All claims filed under the court order have been considered and allowed for 105,889.68. Attorneys for services face pending fee decisions, with potential reduction to a smaller percentage or an added 2,500 to liabilities if not reduced. The gas plant sale is set for Thursday with several buyers.
Canton Ohio July 15 Spl The miners in the Palmyra district who have been on strike since May 1 returned to work Monday morning. Operators granted 75 cents a ton and signed a contract with the men until May west. Other Tuscarawas valley mines are raising. The summer schedule will be discussed at a ways meeting at Massillon Tuesday.
In Michigan City on Monday morning detectives filed charges against 60 saloonkeepers for liquor law violations. Mrs. Leeds, wife of a wealthy capitalist, leads the push for prosecution amid local excitement in LaPorte County Indiana.
Dr Keen of Roberts Park church denounced baseball as a corrupting influence on American life. He contrasted simple recreation with organized clubs and gambling, urged revolt against the sport, and criticized press coverage and the pursuit of muscular display over intellect.
Patrick White is at St Vincent's hospital with severe burns to his arm neck and face from a blast caused by a careless gas leak at a hotel. Leis the fireman at the States Love and Sunday turned on the natural gas and then lit it, triggering an explosion. His injuries are painful but not dangerous.
Harry Craft, a longtime Indianapolis jeweler and travel insurance agent, announces his bid for the Republican mayoral nomination. He vows a steady campaign, avoids donor scramble, and cites prior service on ward 10 council and as fire board president. A past episode described shows Craft resisting a ring purchase pressure from an insurance agent during engine bids, illustrating his businesslike temperament.
At a leading hotel cigar stand a new clerk tried a scam selling Havanas two for a quarter. Two fly drummers asked why cigars were kept for giving away. The clerk replied they were free, the drummers took cigars and left. They claimed they were test customers and warned him to be wiser next time.
Parmelia Kiely of 36 Short Street sues John Wright, Kizzie Wright, Willis Wright, Ossie Wright, and Frank Glass for 1500 damages. She bought 200 dollars of furniture on installments from the Wrights, paid over half, fell sick, and the defendants allegedly removed all furniture, leaving her without a bed while in critical condition and incurring medical debts.
Cloudy July 13 in Washington. Senators battle Hoosiers in a high‑scoring game marked by frequent errors and baserunning miscues. Key moments include Wilmot’s two big hits and Daly’s home‑plate influence, while Rusie and Ferson duel in a pitcher’s contest that swings on late innings hits and defensive lapses.
Sudden death occurred in Munch Indiana as A S S Sweet of Bangor Maine, an eastern capitalist visiting the city, died at the Kirby House at 24 m Saturday. He had no family and the body will be shipped east.
Kahn and Co at 14 E Washington St offer made to measure pants from any cassimere or cevice in stock for four dollars, a substantial reduction from the former price range of seven to ten dollars. The ad emphasizes customization and affordability for customers seeking tailored wear.
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