Deadly morphine death of St Louis traveler at Bates hotel
Walter Alden, about 40, a traveling man from St. Louis, died at the Bates house from an overdose of morphine after a protracted spree. He was found in room 261, the body removed secretly, and officials moved to delay discovery. A post mortem will be held by Coroner Manker. relatives are summoned to collect the remains.
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Walter Alden
Bates
Alden
St. Louis
Henry Jackson
Thorgue
C. E. Kregele
Sun
Landlord Reibold
California
Illinois St
Washington
Manker
France Readies for General Railway Strike
Paris on July 16 reports rising indications that a planned walkout on the five great railways entering the capital could trigger a nationwide strike. Trains ran Thursday, but authorities fear outbreaks of disorder with gendarmes summoned to guard key points including St. Dennis and Courcel.
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Paris
France
Steampipe Burst Hurts Six on Steamship Robilla
London reports a steampipe burst aboard the Pensular steamship Robilla at Albert dock on Thursday. Six men were horribly scalded by escaping steam and likely to die. The Robilla’s voyage to China will be delayed two days for repairs.
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London
Robilla
Albert Dock
China
Clerks Banquet Ends First Retail Clerks Convention
Delegates from the retail clerks banqueted Wednesday night at Tageart's union station dining hall. About 60 attendees, including Mayor Sullivan and James Morrow, enjoyed a lavish meal and remarks from leaders. Cleveland delegates celebrated winning next year’s convention site with an upbeat sendoff. An orchestra provided music as attendees and officials signaled the event’s close at 12:30 AM.
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Tageart’s Union Station
Hoover
Sullivan
James Morrow
St. Paul
Morris Ross
Thomas Gruelle
Cleveland
Indianapolis
Illness of Government Leader Smith in House of Commons
In London on July 16 the condition of Hon. Wm. Henry Smith, leader of the government in the House of Commons, remains ill for several days and he is now confined to bed. Local Indiana weather forecast notes fair and warmer conditions for Indianapolis and vicinity over the next 24 hours.
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London
Henry ‘Smith
House of Commons
Indiana
Indianapolis
Uncle Sam
Washington
National Bank
Jay Gould Illness Rumors Stir Wall Street Debate
Mysterious insinuations about Jay Gould’s health surfaced on Wall Street last week but had no impact on stock markets. Gould’s absence from a Western Traffic Association advisory board session sparked rumors, yet friends said neuralgic pains from a yearlong issue are not a sickness. He reportedly plans limited city visits and involvement with his sons in management. In a separate note, Harry Allen defrauded Kagan & Treat of $60, was confronted by Squire Alford as he vanished before judgment was finalized, leaving creditors to pursue collection later.
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Jay Gould
New Yorks
Jay
Gould
Wall-st
Western Traffic Association
Irvington
Richmond
Harry Allen
New York
Kagan & Treat
Squire Alford
Allen
Erminie
Egan & Treat
Indianapolis
Francis M. Baab
Baab
Cleveland nominates Campbell for governor and peers for state offices
After James E. Campbell was nominated for governor by the democratic convention, W Marquis was named for lieutenant governor by acclamation. T KE Perkinsaugh for auditor Ackerman for state treasurer Gustavus H Ward for judge of the supreme court Chas E Miller for commissioner of schools and John C McNamara for state board of public works. The platform calls for a tariff to fund government and for honest money.
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Cleveland
James E. Campbell
W. ¥. Marquis
T. KE. Perkinpaugh
Ackerman
Gustavus H.ward
Supreme Court
Chas. E. Miller
John C. McNamara
State Board of Public Works
Virginia Aver Paying Matter To Be Settled Friday
The Board of public works will settle the Virginia aver paying matter Friday. Harry Horton, once leader of a noted burglary gang, was taken to Michigan City pen Thursday by Sheriff Langenberg. J D Carter, city, fined $1 and costs by federal court for selling liquor without license. Samuel Tolster, earlier arrested for passing a $10 counterfeit bill, received three years in prison and a fine of 25 and costs. Shelby Stigler of Brazil got 13 months in the pen, smiling at a lighter sentence than expected. Judge Woods and twelve wise men spent Thursday on the John Hannon case. Ethel Dillman, 13, involved in an incident near 113 Chadwick st. Hertwick faced $1 and costs. Canada thistle appearing around College-ave area requires eradication. A runaway at the union station caused minor injuries. Assessor Wolff notes disputes over property appraisements. Dimes craze continues as mints run day and night to fill savings banks. List of marriages, deaths, and licenses included.
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Board of Public Works
Harry Horton
Michigan City Penitentiary
Langenberg
J D. Carter
Federal
Samuel Tolster
Shelby Stigler
Brazil
Federal Court
Judge Woods
John Hannon
Decatur County
Henoon
Joseph Eddlesfine
Ethel Dillman
Chadwick St
Philip Bertwick
Hertwick
Squire Alford
College-ave
Union Station
Board of Review
Indianapolis
BirTusdobn
Selena Ranedell
Charles
Mrs. Cravens
Wenthrop
Fannie Bailiff
J. W
Lottie Sennett
Michael
Josephine Reigar
Lizey Stock
Asa
Mamie McCain
Deatas
Cora Helfrich
Washington St
Metzler
Chesapeake St
Alonzo Brown
Anna Howell
Columbus Perry
Mary Pierce
John Sohn
Louise Schmidt
Charles Hartman
Augusta Weidenhaupt
John Stout
Charlotte Ritchey
Andrew Scapps
Flora Riddle
George Vansyckle
Mamie Patrick
William Hite
Katie Montgomery
Grant Spangler
Theresa Brown
Annie Howell
Benny Syerno
Emma Holtman
Benjamin Johnson
Georgiana Morris
William Francis
Pearl Strader
Shirley
Lizzie Webb
Was the Act legal A Point Presented by Republicans
Republicans question if charter salaries for city officers were legally paid after new offices and fixed scales. An ordinance raised controller and Board of Public Works salaries, with a clause claiming immediate effect. Charter Sec 23 blocks changes during a term. council argues latitude in interpretation. lawyers split on legality and misappropriation risk. Further notes on Iowa politics and liquor questions.
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Board of Public Works
Anda
Controller Woollen
Controler Woollen
Bailey
Mr. Bailey
Trusler
Pearson
Woollen
Suit Filed Against Julius Hess for $10,000 Damages
The United States government filed a suit Thursday against Julius Hess, a large gold and silver leaf manufacturer. He had long fought the Gold and Silver Beaters' Union and hired non union workers, including Bavarian migrants. He imported four men, risking liability under the alien contract law for $10,000 per case.
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CuricaGo
United States
Julius Hess
Hess
Bavaria
Fresh Foreign Facts Spark Global Tensions Today
Spurgeon relapse worries readers as Hayti protests escalate and violence surfaces. Empress of Germany dined with Grandma Vic. France faces a nationwide railway strike. Russia resists American pork imports amid economic strain. A baby born Falemo with alarming condition, parents reportedly harmed. Two students confess to March murder of Bulgarian finance minister Baltcheff. Italian officers face pay cuts with King Humbert facing shortages. Castellanos Humay of Peru stabs his sweetheart 30 times after a marriage refusal. Unclear entries: Tame and Cement, generore ok Hale Pigster. 8 and fire brick, A. B 10.
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Spurgeon
Hayti
Germany
Grandma Vic
Russia
Falemo
Cecarat
M. Baltcheff
Humbert
Castellanos
Humay
Peru
Indiana Men In Washington Linked To Harrison Rumors
The New York Sun highlights three prominent Indiana men in Washington Dan Ransdell United States marshal for the District of Columbia Col Michener and Col Dudley who were closely allied with President Harrison. The piece notes shifting loyalties and a rumored row with Dudley, mentions Michener moving to Washington and forming a law office with Dudley, and recalls Ransdell's still friendly ties and an unfounded pension affidavit claim.
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Harrison
New York Sun
Indianapolis
Washington
Benjamin Harrison
Baby McKee
Prince Russell
City
Dan
Ransdej
United States
Marshall
District of Columbia
Col
Michener
C O
Dudley
Marshal
Ransdell
Lige” Halford
White House
Ranedell
Col. Dudley
Republican State Central
J. N. Hustog
The
Co. Michener
Dan Ransdell
Marshal Ransdell
Pension Bureau
Sabe
Inhuman Brute Accused of Assault in West Indianapolis
The trial of Jobn Keating drew a crowded Squire Smock court as the seven year old Featherstone boy testified. Keating is charged with forcing the boy to commit a sexual act, threatening death for silence, with witnesses identifying him after a mass search. The boy’s account and witnesses described beatings and coercion before Keating was bound over to criminal court.
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Charlie Featherstone
Squire Smock
Jobn Keating
Charles Featherstone
Indianapolis
Keating
Wiltsie & Keasing
Heltzman
Cady
Mr. Holtzman
Walnut Grove
Allen
Killed by Lightning in Henrietta Hay Barn
Herbert Longfellow was struck and killed by lightning while storing hay in a Henrietta barn Wednesday. Fire engulfed the structure but his body was removed before the barn burned down. His three companions were stunned as the event occurred.
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Rochester
Herbert Longfellow
Henrietta
Longfellow
Work of Villains Dus July 16 Ennis cattle mutilation
Report from Ennis details cattle mutilations on a boy coted farm with animals found harmed and tails cut. Police have no suspects at this time. New parlor goods advertised by Wim L Elder.
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Dus
Ennis
Wim. L
Russian Travel Tales From A Studious American Visitor
Henry D. Pierce relays his Russia trip with observations on labor by women, the immorality he perceives, the harshness of guards and prisoners, and the straight Moscow to St. Petersburg railroad built by Americans. He notes climate, ball etiquette, palatial sights near Moscow, and a sleigh ride by Catherine II’s era lore, ending with a bric a brac case from monastery crafts.
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Henry D. Pierce
Russia
Tur Sun
Mr. Pierce
St.Petersburg
Macow
Nicholas
Moscow
Katherine II
Studebaker
Indiana
Warsaw
Indianapolis
Navy Yard
Pierce
Black Sea
Signage and canes describe London shopfronts
A fragment describes long canes used by aides in London and America. It notes signs lack words, rely on pictures to identify shops like a cow for meat and a shirt for haberdashers, claiming locals are so ignorant that navy carts must read and signs feature illustrations.
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London
America
Tenement Fire Threatens Ludlow Street Building
A five story Ludlow street tenement fire in a basement saloon caused a massive blast. Firemen rushed to prevent panicked occupants from leaping from windows. Two firefighters were injured as gas-filled flames raged and incendiary suspicion grew. The structure escaped collapse and damages totaled about 4060 dollars.
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Justin
New York
Ludlow
Harrison backs Harrison for renomination in Texas
In Texas, a party figure stated President Harrison is strong with Texas Republicans and will be loyally supported for renomination. He praised Harrison’s state appointments and noted a grand reception during a recent presidential tour. A Dallas postmaster cited warmth toward the president.
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Texas
Hunter
Wit Ber
Dallas
Harrison
Fake healer in Cincinnati and other odd notes
A Cincinnati woman titled the invisible form of the Saviour leads a sect of wealthy followers who kneel to her and expect miracles. The piece also mentions Secretary Foster railing against a dime bank, a Montana pawnshop feud, a dentist who survived a bite with later lockjaw, and an ad touting Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy.
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Cincinnati
J. B. Martin
Methodist Church
Perfectionists
Ex-Mayor Denny Could Yet Seek Mayor Nomination
Ex mayor Denny deflects questions about a possible mayoral bid on the Republican ticket. He cites strong personal and professional constraints, pledges silence to avoid compromising his position, and notes a potential liquor and saloon issue as a likely campaign focus if nominated. He says it is too early to decide and that supporting friends urge careful consideration.
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SUN
Denny
Ani
Nine Years No Births Reported in White Hills District
Brim Mircaan Conn July 16. It was found Wednesday that no child had been born in the White Hills school district in nine years and the youngest pupil is 9. With about 500 residents the district may abandon the schools due to bleak birth rates and stagnant enrollment.
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Kooi
Fuller
Curcaen
Chicago Daily News
Melville
Stone
Cleveland
West
Brm
Mircaan
Conn
White Hills
Yaple bolts Campbell in bold Democrat card
Alfred T. Yaple, ex judge of the supreme court and prominent Democrat in Cincinnati, published a card on Thursday urging Democrats to abandon Campbell and vote the People's ticket in the state race.
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Cincinnati
Alfred T. Yaple
The
Supreme Court
Campbell
Northwestern league notes and city team movements
New York leads by 20 as Latham joins Dockstader's troupe next season. Mitchell Indiana defeats Albini 7 to 6. Detroit hosts a meeting of American wheelmen. Omaha exits the Northwestern league after a failed deal. Northwestern results include Grand Rapids 9 Dayton 2 Evansville 7 Fort Wayne 3 Peoria 14 Terre Haute 4. Chicago players starred including Ida Rossington King Man Donatello Minnie Eikin Xuide Wings and Eli Kendig. Minneapolis and St Paul plan a joint ag association team. Pacer Hal Pointer dominates in Indiana circuit at Pittsburg. Kokomo honors include Frank won 3:00 trot time 2:34, Bunco Jr 2:17 pace 2:48, Belle Medium 3-year-old trot, Telford 2:24 trot 2:28, Camak 2:30 pace 2:26, Bessie Wilkeswood 2-year-old trot 1:26. Dayton Northwestern league meeting reports Peoria bounced, Dayton out. league to run with four clubs. Association results Boston 15 Cincinnati 12. Athletics 10 Louisville 1 with Sanders Milligan Bell Ryan. Other games rained out. New York 11 Cleveland 10. Cincinnati 6 Philadelphia 4. Chicago 6 Boston 5. Pittsburg 5 Brooklyn 3.
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New York
Latham
Dockstader
Minstrels
Mitchell
Ind
Albini
American Wheelmen
Detroit
Omaha
Northwestern
Grand Rapids
Dayton
Hvansville
Fort Wayne
Peoria
Terre Haute
Chicago
Ida Rossington
Kingman
Donatello
Minnie
Eikin
Belle Medium
J. W. Telford
Camak
Bessie Wilkeswood
Boston
Cincinnati
O’brien
Haddock
Murphy
Farrell
Crane
Vaughn
Johnston
Kelly
Athletics
Louisville
Sanders
Milligan
Bell
Ryan
Cleveland
Rusis
Buckley
Viau
Doyle
Philadelphia
Keenan
Fines
New Store Ad Invites Look-Only Jewelry Shoppers
An old classified style notice urges readers to visit a new shop at 485 finalssts to view watches clocks and jewelry without buying. It promises at least ten percent savings, emphasizes first‑class quality and warranted merchandise, and discourages cheap purchases.
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Mueller
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