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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1888
Page
1
Inside the jail crowds await word on the alleged conspiracy led by Hronek Chapek and Chleboun with bombs and dynamite. Chleboun confesses to part in the plan while denying a targeted murder of judges, and authorities clarify differing accounts amid public curiosity.
The Heitkam murder trial resumes with witnesses recounting the night Arnold and Agnes Leonard with Heitkam. Testimony shows Heitkam attacking Arnold with a rock after a confrontation over a woman's affections. Defense seeks to prove Arnold struck first and provoked the fight.
Tessie Hogarty, 24, of 22214 KE Washington St, tried to kill herself with ten grains of morphine at 7 30 Wednesday night. She was found two hours later and saved by Dr Page's injections. She later died at about 2 PM after claiming fear of police court prosecution for profanity and disturbance.
The Burlington engineers case ends preliminaries with Hoge and Murphy touring the system to gauge worker sentiment for ending the strike. Officials say they will accept only an unconditional surrender. In Chicago the dynamiters case concludes arguments with bonds set for the suspects.
Cincinnati July 19 Joe Twerifer was arrested for alleged complicity in the Delhi train robbery and identified as one of the trio seen around the Big Four train scene. John McGuire and his wife, elderly tenants, were forced from their Bates Street home for rent arrears and sheltered by Kragelo’s ambulance after displacement.
St Paul July 19 a prohibition canvass of the state estimates the pesc a vote at 5000 in excess of last year but the presidential vote will fall off 12000.
J. W. Ray is re-qualified as the executor of the late Judge David Mc Donald's will. The 1866 estate settlement is reopened after discovery of new property, requiring distribution among heirs. The Pope’s Denial reports the pontiff denies leaving the Vatican or having government troubles.
Emil Minirth was found guilty of murder in the second degree for killing Peter Voelken. Wimbledon shooting contest saw England win with Canada second. Indiana weather forecast calls for fair, stationary temperatures. Railroad workers seek watches at Marcy's, Crescent Street, Hamden, Vacheron Constantin, and other makers.
The electric light issue splits council members with caucuses held to decide the path forward. The Jenney company bids 42000 to light the city, triggering debate over scope as some demand only a single block lit. A special Monday meeting may see a committee report, or a move to place the matter before a special committee.
Opium smuggler LaBelle leaped from a running train at Upton Michigan and fled toward the river in a buggy, crossing into Canada. He was en route to Port Huron for testimony when the escape occurred. he later appeared in Sarnia bruised but unhurt, recounting the daring exit.
In Washington on Thursday the house resumed tariff talks and reined in the tobacco schedule by striking unmanufactured leaf from the bill and restoring the current duty of 85 cents per pound. A wool free list was welcomed by Springer who praised its potential aid to farmers. An added clause about repealing inconsistent laws was removed. Meanwhile in Warsaw James Heiler, a brakeman on the P., Ft. W. & C. railroad, died after being struck by a bridge support, his skull crushed. he lived in Plymouth.
In Petersburg on July 19 the royal fleet and the czar s yacht sailed Thursday morning to meet Emperor William s fleet. The action marks a noted naval rendezvous with high officials aboard.
Michigan Democrats opened their state convention at noon Thursday with W P Wells chosen as temporary chairman. The session in July 19 spl edition notes the initial proceedings and leadership selection.
Obituaries report Mrs. Thomas Darnell’s death after a lingering illness. Articles of incorporation filed by Galveston natural gas and oil company with capital stock of 25 000. Gov Gray and State auditor Carr rest after laboring on state board of equalization. Civil service exam held for post office clerks and carriers. AX of L and trades union demonstration set for July 24 in front of the state house. Meennerchor to stage summer night festival at Kissel’s park with active and passive members. Andy Allen, colored, arrested for sandbagging and robbing Herman Regen. accomplice at large. Mary Biddy seeks divorce from John L. Biddy and custody of three children. Streetcar incident ends with mayor’s dismissal of officer’s case. Fred Adams, 15, faces charges after taunting and trespass. father pays fine and seeks arrest warrant.
Two Illinois groups arrive for Republican events in Indianapolis as crowds gather. Delegations from Jacksonville and Springfield attend dinners, receptions, and the Harrison campaign events at the Denison hotel amid cheers and handshakes.
The Republican state central committee limits Harrison visit dates to July remainder and August for new delegations. N.8. Byram withdraws from state treasurer race citing Lemcke reconsideration. John W. Coons enters race, argues he will stay and build odds. Col Zollinger named as a potential dark horse contender.
The First Ward Republican Association in Brooklyn loses six leaders led by Seth Low as they quit the party citing disagreement with the Chicago convention platform. The group may back Cleveland and Thurman, while resignations from William G. Lew, John Moffatt, George B. Moffatt, G. B. Coggeshall, and Henry B. Averill are accepted. Joshua M. Van Cott comments on the desertion.
In city court Mayor Denny presided over several domestic cases. Howard Cartincker faced wife beating charges but stories conflicted as the wife and witness declined to testify. fines and costs totaling 21.40 were imposed. Louis Dorvald received 10 and costs for similar charges. Jefferson Bevis was acquitted of striking his wife.
A freak birth in Providence Massachusetts? The article states Mrs. Mary Dunn gave birth to a double-headed child with two bodies joined at the hips and shared limbs. One half has died and the remaining portion cannot survive.
Fire was found at 5 oclock Thursday morning in the stable department of Klee and Colemans mineral water factory Delawarest. It was quenched by the department after about two tons of hay and other feedstuff burned. A serious blaze threatened the shaving room of Denzs box factory Wednesday night, but quick work by the department saved the building.
Col. Thomas D. Fister of the U S Treasury visits the city to study ground south of the post office for possible purchase and checks repairs for the custom house and post office with a Friday decision expected. The United Labor Party in New York plans to hold its state convention after other parties and will likely back the most favorable platform.
A Iowa reader E E Townsend of the Mapella Register writes to the police superintendent asking for information about Doc Alexander. Townsend describes Alexander and states he is the man sought. New bat racks are installed at Wm L Vidars.
Reports from Nonquitt say General Sheridan is again in a serious state despite doctor bulletins claiming improvement. The general's private secretary and all others outside the immediate family are barred from the cottage, fueling concern of another sinking spell as rumors circulate about his health.
The United Order of Honor, a secret benevolent society founded in this city ten years ago, faces dissolution after 24 Missouri lodges seceded. The Missouri official values the liability at 44000 dollars. active members have dropped to 3500, with losses likely falling on the dead fund beneficiaries. If the national body fails, revival as an Indiana state institution is planned.
Three prominent Wall Street figures face health declines with Henry Prentice committed to an asylum, Charles A. Johnes recovering from overwork, and Jay Gould reportedly ailing while following medical advice. Princeton Incorporation details reveal the Democratic printing company and Montgomery County savings association planning operations. Acton camp ground hosts a special Sunday school day with Bishop Taylor in attendance, featuring a special train from Union depot and a large turnout expected from central Indiana.
Joe T. Fanning former city clerk and current clerk of the county commissioners board came back from a two month trip to England Ireland Scotland and France. He and Will E. English toured the countries and Fanning now speaks with a good Irish brogue.
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