Populist Convention Passes Allen as Chairman in St Louis
In St Louis on July 2, Senator Allen of Nebraska was elected permanent chairman of the populist national convention by 158 votes. He delivered a vigorous speech defending liberties and warning against McKinley’s policies. A second caucus in the Southern hotel split the middle-of-the-road faction, steering toward a plan to adopt the Omaha platform and potentially bolt if demands are not met.
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Bolting talk and mid-road tactics at the Populists convention
Clouded skies and cooler air marked Friday in St Louis as the Populist convention edged toward closure. Middle-of-the-road leaders faced demoralization after Bryan’s nomination seemed assured, while anti Bryan delegates debated bolting and nominating a straight Omaha platform ticket in a post adjournment convention. A lively gavel ceremony featured a special Ohio timber gavel and two eccentric figures representing Uncle Sam and Columbia.
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Indianapolis bankers weigh aiding government in gold reserve
Officials report $1.59 to $2 million in Indianapolis banks and discuss a possible meeting to decide if the city should send gold to the treasury during a reserve shortfall. Some banks favor local hoard avoidance, while others recall past shipments and the risk of light weight coins.
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R COBH S CASE Robb freed under lunacy ruling in Indiana
Charles E Robb a colored Indianapolis man who killed Wilson two years ago over rent was sentenced to 145 years. A lunacy commission declared him insane and Gov Matthews moved him to the Central insane hospital. The transfer drew charges of influence by ex Lt Gov Hanna, which Matthews denies. Robb’s freedom was granted by the hospital superintendent and he may be returned to prison when sane.
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Want Moats And Are Willing To Pay For His Capture
An indictment has been returned by the grand jury against H. E. Moats accused of forging building and loan certificates and obtaining money under false pretenses. Moats fled from Indianapolis weeks ago leaving creditors and victims behind. He reportedly went toward South America and may have stopped in Alabama with a business associate. Some sufferers vow to pay for his capture, and officers are likely to be sent on his trail immediately.
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Woman recants testimony in saloon violence case
Mrs. Lois Reeves, present with Henry Boyd in Lutz's saloon during the fatal fight, now says her coroner testimony should reflect Reed as the attacker. She explains after reflection at home she believes Lou Reed wielded the beer mallet, not Boyd, counter to earlier witness accounts. Hardwood mantels, grates. Jno. M. Lilly, Special Bath Room Tiles.
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Silver Convention Delegates Rally Behind Bryan Nomination
At St Louis on July 2 delegates to the silver convention show fatigue yet rally as Bryan is nominated amid calls for a United States money system backed by gold and silver. Senator Stewart hails the crowd while leaders pledge unity to push a 16 to 1 gold silver standard and oppose foreign control, with veterans honored and poems recited in a fervent mood.
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Bryan campaign plans take shape with New York rally ahead
Lincoln July 34 The campaign plans of Mr. Bryan are shaping into a definite program. A notification date in New York for his Democratic nomination is expected around Aug 10 or 13. He will start east from Lincoln about five days earlier, then travel through Chicago Pittsburgh and Washington en route to New York. He will speak in Philadelphia and Bath Maine, with Maine crowds seen, and return to Lincoln around Aug 24 for a Grand Army reunion. Mrs. Bryan will accompany him to New York and New England.
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Gold Democrats Plan Convention To Name Hard Money Ticket
In Chicago the gold standard Democrats formed plans for a convention to nominate a hard money presidential ticket. Delegates from eight states including Indiana and Illinois voted to hold the convention no later than September 2, with Indianapolis set as a possible site and Chicago debated. A national committee will convene in Indianapolis August 7 to issue a call and decide the convention place and time.
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Births and Deaths and Marriages Record Summary
Births list several families with newborn boys and girls at various street addresses. Deaths note multiple ages with causes including suicide and illnesses. A few entries present garbled names. marriages show two license pairs, Alfred Perdue and Lovelle Neltig, and William Bean and Julia Neit.
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Hureka-ave
Katherine Nagle
New Jersey St
Alfred R. “Perdue
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Weather Bureau Moves to New Quarters at Magnificent
The weather bureau led by Mr. Wappenhans will relocate from the Ingalls block to the Ma jestic on Sept. 1 occupying three rooms on the ninth floor southwest corner. Instruments for wind velocity temperature and atmospheric pressure will be atop the building. The Indianapolis office will receive new equipment and learning opportunities for high school pupils through lectures and practical demonstrations by Director Wappenhans.
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Record rainfall floods Columbus area with 2.96 inches
The Columbus region endured possibly the heaviest rainfall, 2.96 inches, Thursday night. Streets became ankle deep rivers, streetcars operated under water, cellars flooded, and sewers were overwhelmed. Grove City, six miles south, also suffered widespread inundation with many homes flooded and residents rescued by boats.
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Weather forecast for Indianapolis area and convention notices
Forecast for Indianapolis calls for cooler, fair conditions with Friday night clear skies. Noon temperature around mid 60s, by 2 PM near 70. Also notes a convention of sound money democrats being held in Indianapolis with officials seeking support.
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