Provisional Negros government set by Gen Otis
Gen Otis proclaims a provisional Negros government with military and civil governors. Bacolor to be capital. An advisory council will be elected later. The military governor, three judges, and a cabinet will govern until congress acts on a Negros constitution. Salaries set at 3000 and 6060 dollars respectively.
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Manila
Island
Negros
Bacolor
Treasury
Agriculture
Interior
Visayan
Dispatches From Otis on Manila Camps and Cebu Bandits
Washington dispatches report Gen Otis forwarding enlistment figures for Manila units Bell about 500 Wallace about 400 Lockett enlisting with 400 applications Cebu bandits robbing and imprisoning coast towns Lieut Moore and Twenty third infantry engage in mountains five bandits killed seven captured Storms ease Sherman, Grant, Sheridan and other volunteers to depart as transports become available
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Manila
Adjutant-general
Washington
Bell
Wallace
South
Lockett
Cebu
Moore
Fron
Otis
Sherman
California
Grant
North Dakota
Wyoming
Idaho
Minnesota
Sheridan
Trace Elevation Sparks Mixed Opinions on Track Raising
The board of trade committee lists manufacturers opposing the elevation plan while several supporters urge full elevation for all through trains. C. C. Foster backs elevating only certain tracks with delivery lines unchanged. Pary and Burt push for raising all tracks and J K Lilly insists on elevation. Nordyke Marmon propose a two thirds raise with street crossing adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Trade Committee
C. C. Foster
D. M. Parry
J. F. Burt
Brooks Oil Company
J. K. Lilly
Nordyke & Marmon
Lawyer J Vance Lewis Arrest Triggers Firm Dissolution
J Vance Lewis the colored lawyer is jailed in Indianapolis on a conspiracy to obtain a fraudulent divorce for a client. His partners Holland and Mack dissolve the firm as Lewis refuses to leave town. He remains at 310 Muskingum St and has not yet surrendered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Vance Lewis
Messrs. Holland and Mack
Lewis
Indianapolis
Ahe
Muskingumst
Dreyfus Court Martial Sees Seventy Witnesses Summoned
In a sweeping update seventy witnesses have been summoned to testify at the Dreyfus court martial. Admiral Dewey hosted Fred W Hossfield United States consul at Orieste Tuesday afternoon aboard the Olympia band performed a nine piece concert. Queen Victoria remains out of danger from her eye treatment avoiding surgery. The French battleship Suffren the largest in the navy was launched at Brest displacement about 19 500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dreyfus
Admiral Dewey
Fred W.hossfield
United States
Orieste
Olympia Band
Queen Victoria
Suffren
Brest
Pro 10¢ Smoke Try at Marcy's for Jewelry Watches
An obscure ad notes Bone Cigar at 5e and Marcy's place selling watches jewelry diamonds and silverware at low prices. Grana hotel cafe offers meals for 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marcy
Grana Hotel Cafe
Real Estate Tactics Save $34,000 for Post Office Site
E. B. Martindale, acting agent for the government, reports owners offered the government $34,000 less for the site as talks continue on whether to condemn the entire square. He suggests trimming New York Street to create a park-like connection to the University park and the planned building, which may stand about 40 feet from the street edge. He sent these offers to the treasury and believes officials will push ahead to build what he calls the finest edifice of its kind in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. B. Martindale
University Park
New York St
Martindale
Treasury Department
United States
Assassin murders shock New Orleans area in July crimes
Crime surge grows with two recent killings in Tangipahoa parish and near Lobdell. Simon Oliphant, a young farmer, was shot while riding home. H A Ackerman, a traveling showman, beaten to death and sunk in a bayou after aiding two alleged stranded artists. Suspects Kitt Starr and Mamie Cooley detained with many of the victim’s possessions. Cooley claims relation to Sheriff Cooley of Edgar County Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Tangipahoa Parish
Lohdell
Tangipahoa
Simon Oliphant
Lobdell
H. A. Ackerman
Kitt Starr
Mamie Cooley
Ackerman
Sheriff Cooley
Edgar County
Ilinois
Republicans in precinct 10 ward 14 reject Beatty primary result
The precinct 10 ward 14 Republican club met and resolved not to recognize the Beatty saloon primary elect or the precinct committeeman. They condemn bribery and liquor influence and refuse to support any candidate who funds intoxicants. Oliver Barker is noted as a potential ally of the Schmidt Hawkins faction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Club
Precinct
Ward 14
Beatty
Beatty Saloon
S. Shelby Jr
SUN Office
J. A. Baughman
W. E. Devault
Wm. Clay
Gabriel Boon
John Baughman
Joan L. Whitsett
John Whitsett
Wm. Allen
Wm. Turner
J. Smith
Richard Weathers
George Wrastion
Charley Robinson
John Robinson
Frank Smith
L. Moffit
Frank Walters
Charley Woods
Fee Mann
Ben Young
George Handy
M. A. Spaaur
BE. A. Spaaur
Thomas Wilson
J. W. Zellender
B. I. Holmes
H. Hadley
L. Moftit
F. Smith
George Comley
H. Chalmers
Willwine
E. C. Clay
Jack Rogers
C. Coock
Netam Green
Alen Morris
E. Gregory
J. Frits
E. Brooks
W. Holmes
J. Collins
Ed Logsdon
Republican City Committee
Oliver Barker
Barker
Schmidt-Hawkins Organization
Richmond man charged with horse and buggy theft
Edward Donlin of Richmond was sent to the grand jury on Wednesday charged with stealing a horse and buggy belonging to the Indianapolis brewing company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Donlin
Richmond
Indianapolis Brewing Company
Hardware Dealers Plan Saturday Closures in August
Retail hardware dealers announce August Saturday closing time of 5 p.m. instead of 9 p.m. as currently observed. The move aims to streamline weekend hours and align with customer demand across outlets.
Hanna dock strike drags on ashtabula men idle
News fragment reports workers on the Hanna docks in Ashtabula Ohio still out of work. Other items note John L Sullivan plans to open a New York saloon and various criminal and civic updates including a jailed Chicago woman accused of attempted kidnapping and a captured Montreal cashier fleeing bank fraud.
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Hanna
Ashtabula
John L. Sullivan
New York
Royalston
Mass
Elizabeth Collins
Chicago
Ferdinand Lemeaux
Bank Ville Marie
Montreal
Mat Stanford
Chattanooga
Tenn
Pres Carson
S. B. Dishman
Barbourville
Walter R. Gwynn
Fall River
Eva M. Lake
Los Angeles
Cal
Milwaukee
Wis
Dawson. Post
Lewis‘burg
Fall Meal Special for Ten Cents at Ormonde Restaurant
A daily business lunch offered from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ormonde, 16 W Pearl St. Ladies lunch served on the second floor. The notice highlights a ten cent meal deal for a fall promotion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ormonde
W. Peariat
Afro American conference debates race issues and unions
The Afro American conference at Second Baptist Church chaired by Rev. W. H. Anderson debated racial justice, praising George W. Julian and criticizing northern unions and southern oppression. W. A. Sweeney urged action against prejudice, noting the 1876 crisis and calls for a dissenting voice from the president. Rabbi Weschler planned to speak later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second Baptist Church
W. H. Anderson
Christie
United States
Sweeney
North
E. L. Gilliam
W. H. Henderson
George Knox
Rabbi Weschler
Jie
Poor Farm Inspected by New Marion Board
The Marion county board of charities, created by the last legislature, conducted its first inspection of the poor farm on a Wednesday. Members asked many questions as Factory inspector McAbee noted the two new fire escapes, stair and landing design, one at each story.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County Board of Charities
Philadelphia
McAbee
Mortgage valuation figures show large deductions by county
The return of assessed valuation to the state auditor lists each county with three figures for 99 and 98 and mortgage deductions. Parke shows 10,333,245 10,170,185 and 371,060. Wells 11,238,570 10,291,950 and 415,350. Jay 11,363,425 10,721,015 and 448,320. Jefferson 8,995,525 9,397,395 and 846,085. Bartholomew 12,525,970 14,037,665 and 205,745.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parke
Jefferson
Bartholomew
Stranded Grocer Files Bankruptcy Petition in Newport
Elmer Henson a Newport grocer filed a bankruptcy petition showing debts of 1561.74 and assets of 3773.18 Wednesday. The action lists Elmer Henson as debtor with the case filed pending in the local court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer & Henson
Newport Grocer
Business Looking Up in 1900 Outlook
S. L. Taylor formerly of Taylor and Schneider now on Virginia Ave says business prospects for 1900 are more promising than any time in seven years. All industries are improving and he believes merchants will see increased business this fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. L. Taylor
Taylor & Schneider
Virginia
Dve
Architect Wallingford Convicted of Assault and Battery
Charles A. Wallingford, architect, found guilty of assault and battery on Lola Starry after offering to show girls through a building. Judge Cox imposed 180 days in the workhouse and a $10 fine. the intent charge was dismissed. The court urged appeal, noting testimony and Wallingford’s character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cox
Sault and Battery
Ivers
Michigan St
Wallingford
Lola Starry
Ray
Leonard Brown
Leonard
Tola
Ola
Lola
Mr. Wallingford
Bond Posted After Appellate Delay in Wallingford Case
The case was appealed and a $500 bond was provided on Wednesday afternoon. Mr. Wallingford remained at police headquarters until furnishing the bond signed by John S. Farrell. All of Wallingford’s property is in his wife’s name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Wallingford
John S. Farrell
Whittaker Plans Prison Industries at Michigan City
Whittaker clerk of the Michigan City prison went to Indianapolis on Wednesday to buy leather and cloth for making wearing apparel for convicts. The shoemaking venture will start modestly with supply for inmates and expand to other institutions later. Leaf tobacco will be prepared for chewing, and the prison will obtain grease and other ingredients for soap making.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
EL. Whittaker
Michigan City
Indianapolis
Arrest for Loitering and Concealed Gun on West Street
Detectives Asch and Dugan arrested Frank Mullery Wednesday for loitering and carrying a concealed weapon. In Mullery’s room at 8 West Street they found a loaded revolver and jewelry officers say was stolen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Mullery
Asch and Dugan
West St
Milk adulteration charge dismissed for ill creamery owner
A police court dismissed the adulteration with formaldehyde charge against W. F. Kerr creamery proprietor of 1431 N. Capitol Ave. The case was dropped as Kerr is reportedly fatally ill, making prosecution impractical.
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W. F. Kerr
N. Capitol Ave
Man Charged With Embezzling From New York Hand Laundry
Clem Hitchins, a colored man, appeared before the grand jury from police court on Wednesday charged with appropriating twenty five dollars collected for the New York hand laundry. He was released on his own bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hitchins
Grand
New ‘York
Constable Whitesell Injured in Runaway Accident
Arthur A. Whitesell a Republican constable connected with Justice Hay's court was seriously hurt when a shaft broke freeing the horse in a buggy run from Alvord and Nineteenth streets to Seventeenth street. He suffered a severe head injury and kidney area damage. Dr Ridpath reported he was unconscious and in critical condition at 245 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur A. Whitesell
Justice Hay
Ridpath
Whitesell
Yandes St
S. Washington-st
Alvord and
Nineteenth-sts
Sixteenth St
Seventeenthst
College-ave
Aving
Dreyfus Ill in Paris and Mazeau on Innocence
The Petit Journal reports Dreyfus is seriously ill with fever in Paris. Mazeau, president of the court of cassation, says there is not sufficient proof to establish guilt amid the evidence. The Paris Morning Post notes Mazeau's anti revisionist stance and his view on Dreyfus' innocence.
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Paris
the Petit Journal
Dreyfus
Mazeau
London
Morning Post
Court of Cassation
Loubet
Dreyfus Letters From Prison Blame France
A Rennes dispatch to the Chicago Tribune details two July 15 letters from Alfred Dreyfus to his wife and M. Labori. The Labori letter reports Dreyfus laments ongoing suffering, vows to work, and notes his health is shattered by fever with years needed to recover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Rennes
the Tribune
Dreyfus
M. Labori
Labori
France
Joseph Morris Will Probated With Equal Shares to Wife and Daughter
The will of Joseph Morris who died Saturday night was probated Wednesday. He left his estate equally to his wife Anna Morris and daughter Mary Elizabeth Morris. His three sons Vierling Morris Calvin Morris and Levi Morris each received 3000 earlier. Levi is deceased. Mrs. Morris as executrix posted a 1600 personal property bond. Morris owned substantial real estate.
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Joseph Morris
Anna Morris
Mary Elizabeth Morris
Vierling Morris
Calvin Morris
Levi Morris
Southern barbarism troubles across several states
The report records mob violence including lynching of Charles Mack in Safford Georgia and the execution of John and Henry Novels suspects in Texas and Mississippi. Randall Hamilton confesses to church arson, his brother John captured and hanged. An unknown Black man is shot dead in Leesburg Georgia by three men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fuqua Prairie
Tex
Randall Hamilton
John
Leesburg
Troops Restore Calm as Cleveland Strife Continues
In Cleveland over 1400 troops deter riots after a night of pelting streetcars and clashes. Ten arrests at Pear Street and Clark Avenue follow bayonet injuries to a saloon keeper. Strikers face union expulsion for violence and receive financial backing from major firms as cars run guarded. Adjutant General Axline witnesses riot conditions on Orange Street. Indignation meeting planned in South Brooklyn over Mayor Farley’s actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Orangest
Pear]-st
Clark-ave
Petrie and
Hammesits
Quivey St. Barn
Prat
Sen
Axline
Orange-st
Farley
Newsboys Strike Ends as Cincinnati Workers Stand Firm
In Cincinnati on July 26 the messenger boys strike widened when Western Union clerks refused to carry messages. Only 15 boys were at work of 359. The newsboys’ strike is over as publishers back off and boys prepare to return to late editions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Messenger
Western Union
Newsbors
Vega
Messengers May Win Strike Support in Dignified Rally
District messenger boys on strike held a meeting at Washington hall Tuesday evening to air their grievances. State Senator Plunkett and Assemblyman Smith urged moderation and dignity, with Plunkett predicting success if the boys kept their conduct in check.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Washington Hall
Plunkett
Assemblyman
Smith
Want Importations Stopped
New York aldermen debated a resolution to curb streetcar labor influx. Alder man Neufeld proposed licensing all conductors and motormen, requiring U S citizenship and one year city residency for eligibility. The measure was referred to the law committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Neufeld
United States
Law Committee
Milwaukee street railway raises wages to twenty cents
Milwaukee street railway announces an immediate wage increase from 19 to 20 cents per hour. The move came as a complete surprise to the workers in the city posted July 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milwaukee, Wis
Milwaukee Street Railway Company
Ten Cent Daily Raise Reported For Grand Trunk Trackmen
Montreal July 26 reports that Grand Trunk trackmen will shortly receive a ten cent per day raise. The increase is expected to take effect soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montreal
Que
Grand Trunk
Weather Forecast for Indianapolis and Vicinity
Forecast for Indianapolis and nearby for the following 26 hours ends at 8 p.m. on July 2. Fair weather expected on Wednesday and Thursday. Temperatures noted 7 a.m. at 69 degrees, 2 p.m. around 82 degrees, with 84 reported at noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Hoon
Miller’s Doubtful Situation in Board of Safety Case
The Board of Safety has not reached a conclusion on Fireman John W. Miller after a Tuesday trial on several charges. President Mack favors reinstating him, Commissioner Roth would dismiss, and Commissioner Morse remains undecided. Miller remains suspended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miller
Board of Safety
John W. Miller
Mack
Roth
Morse
Miler
Selling out harness and trap tracks in Wim event
Wim Vanderpool at 22 S Méridian announces sale of harness and trap tracks and mentions Union Co operative Laundry and phone 42369. Dustites and Herne Jance are referenced in promotional text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wim. Vanderpool
S. Méridian St
Union Co-operative Laundry
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Philippine Islands
War Department
MR. Martindale
Sam
P. Revolt
W. Allison Sweeney
Anderson
George W. Julian
Col
Robert Ingersoll
J. H. Lott
I. W. Smith
Ingersoll
W. A. Sweeney
NEW Board
Charles A. Wallingford
Lela Starry
Spuhr
St. Paul
Minn
Whittaker
Arthur Whitesell
Dreyfus Ill
Joseph Morris’ Will
Atlanta
Charles Mack
Safford
Hallsburg
Miss
Union Ten
Newsboys
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