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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1890
Page
1
A Virginia colonel interrupts a Washington pension debate as a veteran recounts a Civil War escape. Jim Bennett of Lafayette, Indiana, joins the tale of wounds, hanging ambushes, and mercy requests amid pension battles and rebel actions.
Paris reports cholera at Auray and other western French towns including Marseillé and Lyons, with fearful water shortages and public alarm. In Philadelphia census news, Catherine Sharp claims 112 years as oldest living person candidate, living with five generation family in one house though most members are women.
Rome pamphlet claims a planned papal exodus with French aid to seize Rome, prompting the pope to stay in the Vatican. Victoria marked 52 years on the throne with celebrations. Sports notes cover boxing purses, intercity games, and rowing, plus baseball signings and league results.
Fragmentary notice indicates Arcada removed and a new occupant at No 100 West Wash street in Joan Osterman's former storefront with a faded reference to Perry Neasey shy.
Rescue crews faced a ferocious blaze at the Hill Farm pit causing concern over trapped miners. Fire raged two hours with smoke and rumbling sounds, and inspectors drilled a hole to search despite dangers. Later reports say the rescuers emerged safe, though maps misled about the true entrance.
Julius Dimato and Joseph Orgo plotted with a stranger to buy a supposed gold brick for 1000 dollars. Drilling revealed brass. the group fled Cleveland. Orgo reported the loss to police, but capture came too late to recover the money.
The Chicago bound C R and P passenger train derailed near Joliet with two women fatally mutilated and about 15 injured including Mr and Mrs A L Wiley of Morris. Four deaths confirmed later though names were unclear. A separate Jacksonville Florida note reports Postmaster Simpson of White Springs arrested amid possible mob action.
The report notes a trial trip of the cruiser Philadelphia and a Wyoming statehood bill passing the senate by party vote. It mentions Benny not visiting Cape May this week and Greely setting up West Indian cyclone stations. Representative Vaux delivers his maiden speech opposing the federal election law amid applause.
The Paoching, en route from Shanghai to Hankow, was burned near the Forked Reach on the Tangtze river May 28. Captain Placa and the second engineer Wilson along with about 20 natives were missing presumed lost. Surviving crew and 62 natives were rescued by Chinese vessels. cargo included matches and the ship was fully insured.
A freight wreck near Waltey Kentucky on Friday night caused about 1000 dollars in damage to the L and N line. Several carloads of live stock were killed when section hands removed a rail before the train passed. Separate items note Hendricks Day observances and preparation for a large monument ceremony on Monday evening.
Philadelphia dispatch reports potential party realignments if Pattison is nominated by Democrats for governor and Barker frames Delemater as a party betrayal. The notice also covers Lea F. Wilson’s pension-law fine and 30 days in jail, plus a report of a missing child from Bowen Morrill fire survivor family. In Akron, William Campbell, a factory worker, admits to having six living wives after a Friday flight.
Evening and morning meetings at Tomlinson hall and multiple churches include Central Christian Dr. Lucas Catholic? no, Plymouth Congregational Dr. McCulloch and Dr. Fletcher at Plymouth on debts and Murphy gospel temperance. Meridian Methodist Dr. Cleveland morning sermon and evening discussion on religion and American life vice.
The article notes extreme heat with 97 degrees and high humidity, reporting a sharp rise in fatalities and burials. It cites Dr. Ralph Perry and health board actions as temperatures stay extreme in Chicago Cincinnati and on the Mississippi valley. It also warns about sunstroke risks from improper cooling methods and suggests mindful summer diets and fluids.
The suit by Theodore Sanders and others to compel the school board to hire a German teacher at school 27 was continued indefinitely in Judge Howland's court after a circuit court hearing set for Saturday was postponed.
Excursion tickets go on sale at one fare round trip between all stations west of Pittsburgh on July 8 and 4. Return validity ends January 9. Adult reduced rate not below 26 cents and for absent riders not below 16 cents.
Reports reach from Crawford county of a new White Cap outrage. Willis Strain was tied to a tree and whipped until nearly unconscious. a woman was tarred and feathered. In related news, several divorce cases were decided with judges granting separations or custody. A Martersville case follows a custody dispute and a mother fleeing with a child to Cartersville.
The past week saw no depreciation in real estate activity as 87 deeds were filed totaling 227000 dollars. The Journal building transfer to P H Fitzgerald for 85000 dollars marked the heaviest day. Six lives lost after the Dutch steamer Prince Frederick sank off Java in fog.
The grand chapter of the Order of Eastern Star, colored, closed its annual session Friday and elected officers. The town also notes other local events from ambulance contracting to a $100 reward for shooters of Marshal Dillon and a fatal fall from a second story window.
Andy Dillon 35, the town marshal, died Saturday morning from a gunshot wound inflicted by rowdies in Haugaville. He received last rites from Rev. Father Dowd and kissed his wife and baby before death. Funeral planned at St. John's cathedral with Deputy-marshal Moore expected to assume duties.
The Sun reports a nationwide amnesty wave for deserters after a 1884 cutoff, citing a congressionally approved amendment to article 108 and the war statutes. Deserters may seek discharge and record correction by the secretary of war with witness proof of leading an honest life. One Canada case cited involved a minister of the interior among testimonials.
The Herald's Washington special reports Blaine must resign or accept Harrison’s views. He will not resign, and friends say he would be secretly glad if the president removes him. He believes Reed and McKinley will be repudiated by the Republican party.
Indiana forecast for Indianapolis shows fair warm weather over a two hour window ending 8 am June 29 1800. Washington reports heated debate on the election bill with Barrigan of Minnesota pushing its passage. Hammond’s Park offers picnics and grounds amenities for visitors with separate provisions for ladies and families.
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