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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1890

Page

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Illstarred Transit Talks On Electric Cars And Sundays

The St Louis era report notes President Shaffer of a street railway denying a fixed electric line for Irvington by Aug 1 and describing ongoing experiments with the Conly motor and an electric storage system. ministers oppose Sunday special cars while debates on power sources and rapid transit stretch over opinions and regional contrasts.

Shaffer Street Railway Company Sun Lillnois At Irvington Ervington Baltimore Pennsylvania Company Pittsburg Pennsylvania Road Pennsylvania Railroad and Eased Lines Philadelphia Ocean Grove Asbury Pars

Pens for voters in Indiana booths a statewide rush

Indiana manufacturers rush to supply voting booths as counties contract under a new law. Marion county experiments with portable units join with hooks, while rival firms tout safe partitions and folding designs. One model weighs 142 pounds and folds into a single piece for storage. Other booths promise features against ticket swapping and even double as a blackboard when folded. Vincennes ready to vote under the new law that took effect June 1.

Indiana Marion County Indianapolis Perry County Minnesota Wiscosin Rhode Island Massachusetts Vincennes

Sample Historical Dispatches From Montreal to Mormouis

BE Will DIE Eugene Cowles in a very precarious condition after a shooting by Hale. Doctors fear consumption and a fatal outcome might follow. Burned to Death at Mormouis elevator project contractor H C Adams perished in flames. Loss estimated at 50000. Ice cream 5c with fruit syrups Julius A Hage North Pennsylvanianst.

Eugene Cowles Montreal Hale Mormouis K. C ,F.B. and Gulf Railroad H. C. Adams Julius A. Hage North

Businessmen Push City Growth With Charter and Streets Plan

At a Commercial Club meeting in Indianapolis Eastman urged city reform and a new charter to widen taxation for improvements. Speakers Griffiths Gordon Bambarger Erwin and Tanner backed manufacturing growth as key. A five member streets improvement committee was formed and next week a plant to supply gas to manufacturers will be discussed.

Will Kasman Mondy Hoe Busi-Nees Bob Ingersoll Sage Griffiths Gordon Bambarger D. P. Erwin George Tanner Lilly C. MM. Cooper Snother Maating Eastman Indianapolis Commercial Club Charles M. Cooper Cooper Far Sun

Prey Will Peai lest Meeting At Second Baptist

Indianapolis colored men plan a Wednesday evening protest at Second Baptist Church against mistreatment by President Harrison. The committee to call on Attorney General Millar recalls the insult to their dignity, though two members may not join. Other members denounce the administration’s attitude toward the race. few local appointments are noted as proof.

Encianapolis Second Baptist Church Harrison Indianapsiis Millar W. C. McCoy Geo. L. Knox Drs. Helbers White Rava J. H. Clay Manson Henry Sweetland Cooper the Freaman Chas. H. Baughman J. D. Parker L. A. Newby Lanier Washington W. Allison Sweeny Recorder of Deeds District of Columbia J. Sidney Hinton Demarara A. Elbert

Indianapolis Light Artillery Returns From Victory

The Indianapolis light artillery unit arrived home Tuesday at 3 o clock after its win at the Kanena City interstate drill. A committee of the Commercial club and many citizens greeted the troops in a warm welcome.

Indianapolis Light Artillery Kanena City Commercial Club

Lawmakers Debate Federal Election Law Again

Representatives caucus again Tuesday evening on the federal election law while McRae introduces a free silver coinage bill in the house. Concerns grow that the finance committee will report tariff 610 this week as the senate lacks a quorum. Senator Call seeks reciprocity with Spein to allow American cattle into Cubs at fair duties. A $50,000 monument fund for Tippecanoe battlefield is favorably reported. Brotherhood of railway brakemen seeks safety appliances clause in interstate commerce law. In the house, Lodge moves to pressure Canard steamship for refusing orders and sending glass blowers to Europe. The judiciary committee reports a bill to bar aliens from buying U S real estate, noting English landholdings of 21,000,000 acres.

McRae House Finance Committee Senate Call Spein Tippecanoe Battle Ground Brotherhood of Railway Lodge Canard Steamship Company Europe House Judiciary Committee U. S Thi

Love drove him mad in fatal railway tragedy near Torrington

W T Latham and Leslie Cartie, Harrington youths, died after a quarrel over Miss Jamie Hale. Curtis fatally stabbed Latham, then, anguished, killed himself with the same knife. Hale, the innocent object of the dispute, remained prostrate as grief swept through the community.

Torrington Conn W. T. Latham Leslie Cartie Harrington Jamie Hale Curtis Latham Hale Homestead

Indian team wins big at interstate encampment return

The squad scored 149 of 160 points to set an unprecedented record. Organizers call for a warm welcome and celebratory reception upon their homecoming.

Spelis Light Artillery Kansas City

Drowned While Fishing In Williams Three Men Missing

Bodies of John Schmidt J H Kinn and Matt Pollock from Williams washed ashore Monday night. They had been missing since Sunday and were probably drowned while fishing.

New York John Schmidt J. H. Kinn Matt Pollock Williams

Lottery Bill Narrowly Misses Two Thirds Vote

The Shore Smeeis reports the lottery bill on June 10 faced a first vote with the lottery committee four votes short of the two thirds required. Supporters hope to gain backing in subsequent rounds and pass the measure.

Shore Smeeis Baton Range

Features of Sporting Life Umpire Zacharias Rated Well

Umpire Zacharias receives praise for fair officiating as Buffaloville may trek to Grand Rapids. Minneapolis star Geo Myers shines behind the plate for the Minneapolis club while Chicago's brotherhood squad shows rocky form. Monday results include Rochester 9 Athletics 3 and Brooklyn 13 Syrasuna 7. Fort Wayne 1 Bluffton 10 and Muncie Elzhert 6. Reports mention Pittsburg management disputes involving Hecker and O Neill, with J H Randall claiming a contract contingent on team strength. Indianapolis Daltons open new ball ground at Noblesville, Healy fanning 21. Decoration Day Nichols of Boston tosses 100 pitches in a controlled game. Boxing notes cover a brutal fight between O Mera and Taylor. California club arranging July/August matches featuring FitzSimmons, Ellingsworth, Murphy, and Larkins. Dennis O'Brien, a Dalton possibility, stars behind the plate and at second, with a two game burst including two homers and three extra-base hits.

Zacharias Buffalo International Grand Rapids Cincinnati Pittsburg Brotherhood Geo, Myers Minneapolis Chicago Brotherhood Rochester Athletics Brooklyn Syrasuna Fort Wayne Bluffton Muncie Elzhert Billy Myer Laa Cheeny Myera Banet Hecker O'Neil J. H. Randall Hd. Williamson Bell Rip Rey Indianapolis Daltons Noblesville Ronday Healy Noblesvillss Decoration Day Nichols Bos- Boston Sigat Tim O’mera Chicago Barney Taylor South Omaha Omaha Taylor O' Fern California Athletic Club Bob Fitz-Simmons New Zealand Jos Ellingsworth New York Billy Murphy James Larkins Jersey City Dennis O’brien Daltona Indianapolis Slagel

Willing Willie Aiken's Turbulent Courtship and Theft Case

Willie Aiken, a young man with a reform past, faced burglary charges tied to a house on Kingston Street and a failed marriage plan with a Evansville connection. Evidence included a shoe and a file found at the Reading home, with police identifying the suspect. Aiken was arrested at the depot as more thefts surfaced in Haughville, including an attempted safari B. Frank's store break-in and a purse snatching on Washington Street in broad daylight.

Willie Aiken Nolice Court Willie Reform School Evansville Man’s Sstata Hassinta Heugtville Horeelaisi Wills Jas Sergt Joyce Grand Jury Roeating Reading Aiken Ewest McMillen Haughville Safa-Blowexe Safari B. Frank Hi i. Washington-st Bac

City court notes include a driving case and theft charges

City prosecutor clashed with defense as Bob Greenway faced a speeding driving charge after a street car collision, with Mayor Sullivan and Judge Hewland involved. Separate cases list Katie Yeo accused of £50 theft and Harry Paris awaiting Friday for a $59 till tapping, tied to James Good in a baby’s savings bank theft.

Ae Se Pakkea Awiui Gasay Attormey Hattier Smith Attormey Mattler Bob Greenway Psst Pate Smith Richardson Greenway Mattler Sullivan Hewland Mills Katie Yeo Moll Biskop Pympire Barry Crawford Harry Paris Kemper James Good

Governor Hill Eyes Indiana Hendricks Statue Ceremony

Albany June 10 Gov Hill pledged Indiana Democrats he would attend the unveiling of a Hendricks statue in Indianapolis on July 1 if not detained in New York. He may also consider a broader Pacific coast trip to court Democratic allies for 1892 presidential plans, as critics doubt the sightseeing motive. The event honors former Vice President Hendricks and underscores political maneuvering ahead of national contests.

Alraany Hill Indiana Hendricks Indianapolis New York San Francisco Pacific Slope Mr. Hill Thomas A. Hendricks David B. Hil Rockies Yosemite Valley Pacific Ocean United States

Three Cornered Ducking Meet Set at Point of Pines

Howe Boston faces Teemer Gaudaur and Hanlon in a likely three cornered eculling match at Point of Pines on June 27 with a purse of $1000. May Row and Mrothers are noted in the entry details.

Mrothers Howe Boston Teemer Gaudaur Hanlon Point of Pines

Governor Discusses Suppressing White Caps and Venue Rules

Governor Gay and Assistant Attorney General Gillett outline that local authorities must first exhaust steps to curb the White Caps. They note the governor can only assist by urging prosecutions, calling militia, or aiding in exceptional cases. Major Carter warns of fierce resistance in Deviesa County and favors venue changes to other states, stating the need for effective local cooperation and juror integrity to restrain the group.

Tuesaday Gay Hovey Executive Department For Protection Gillett Thal Crisada Indiana Maj. Carter Deviesa County Kentucky Kuklux U. S

City Council Debates Viaduct and Street Paving Plans

The council adjourned at 10 PM after City Attorney Taylor urged the Union Railway could be forced to build a viaduct at Virginia Ave. Elsewhere, asphalt paving contracts were awarded for Ohio from Nast to Tennessee and Washington from Alabama to Noble, with a sewer ordinance on Indiana Ave. and several street paving ordinances approved.

Neor Taylor Union Railway Company Virginia Ave Ha Enya Indianapolis Western Paving and Supply Company Suba Ohio Nast Tennessee-sts Warren-Scharf Company Washington Alabama Noble-ais Indiena-ave Tennessee-st Missourist

Court to Hear Family Row Case in Feibleman Court

In Justice Feibleman's court a two family dispute between the Barles and the Hoathe is heard. The defendants include the father in law mother in law brother in law son in law and sister in law charged with assault profanity and provocation. Judge Feibleman vows to apply as much law as they can withstand when the case proceeds.

Feibleman Barles Hoathe Justite Feiblaman

Patterson fined in animal cruelty case over exhausted horse

Samuel W. Patterson, owner of a gore covered horse that collapsed in a slop wagon shaft near Delaware and Michigan, pleaded guilty to cruelty to animals in Justice &mock's court and was fined 31250. The humane society may seek possession of the animal for euthanasia. Marie Osgoode of Germantown, Pa, was cured of catarrh by Gun Wa remedies after doctors in New York and Philadelphia failed.

K. Patterson Samuel W. Patterson Delaware Michigan Justice &Mock’s The Humane Society

Baseball results from Monday games in the league

Brooklyn beat Boston 7 to 3 with 8 errors for both teams. Philadelphia routed New York 6 to 1 as Rusie and Buckley opposed Gleason and Clements. Chicago and Pittsburgh game rained out. Philadelphia crushed New York 14 to 2. Cleveland defeated Buffalo 14 to 7. Boston beat Brooklyn 9 to 4. Pitching and batting details listed for each matchup.

Brooklyn Boston Batteries Nichols Benpelt Sang Bushong Meath Philadelphia New York Rusie Buckley Gleason Clements Zacharias Powers Cleveland

Terrible Wreck Near City Slays Crew and Race Horse Team

A Wabash freight collision sixty one miles west of the city killed both engine crews and J F Keller of Cynthiana along with a man from Latonia bound for Kansas City with a race horse. Seven unnamed men also died and six wounded. Six horses perished valued at twenty six thousand dollars. Wreck blamed on order misunderstanding.

J. Louis Wabash J. F. Keller Gon Cynthiana Latonia Kansas City

Outbreak Fears Hit Columbus Streets With Riot Fervor

In Columbus Ohio a massive crowd of about 10 060 men floods streets spurring wild excitement. Trains and factories emptied as mob storms blockades near High Street. Police are overwhelmed and warn of bloodshed if assaults resume.

Columbus Ohio High-st

Local notes and court actions fill city brief items

Allen M Fletcher heads to New York with family while remonstrance hearings stall on a liquor license in the second ward. County commissioners appoint Arthur G Moody to a Purdue University teachers scholarship. A boy abused by seven ruffians prompts Dell’s intervention. Dell injured, wife unhurt. Orphan asylum unveils a new wing costing 65000 and edges toward debt relief. Tanner re elected president of the board of trade, Foater defeats Murphy for vice president, Golt re elected treasurer. In Howland court Neu backer sues L and W and Union railways for 5000 after a collision. Lettie Hollywood signs to reprise Carrie Storey role. Willitson sues L E W for 200 damages. New Indiana ventures filed articles of incorporation. Judge Howe dismisses Carnatz contempt citation. Central Inter union probes non union hiring. Mrs Miller faces abuse inquiry with bruises reported but some denials. Richest Newent Best in wall papers advertises shop at 161 E Washington.

Allen M. Fletcher Childran New York John H. Steblin Dell Orphan Asylum G. Tanner Board Delaware St Lettie Hollywood Twn Soldier Carrie Storey Taylor Monday Randolph Willitson New Indiana Enterprises Searstary Greiffin Carferaturg Capital Merion Rolling Mill Company Bank of Commerce Evansville Nancy M Jeremiah Mr. Wilson Walker Howe Netlick M. Carnatz Orlpe Orlpe Vna Casa Involving the Same Questons. Central Intor Union Joseph Loek George Barnes Franz W. B. Burford Christia Cain

Gifts to Presidents and Advertising by Wealthy Bankers

Washington gossip traces how presidential gifts shaped public view from Grant to Harrison. It notes how Cleveland declined valuable gifts, while bankers use the presidency to tout their ventures. It mentions the Voltz fund aiding Mrs. Voltz after the Bowen Merrill fire and a gas pipeline suit between New Jersey builders and Indianapolis firms.

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