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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1894

Page

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Arrests Warrants For Those Who Stopped Monon Trains

U S Commissioner Van Buren swore out warrants for three Monon railroad strike leaders delaying Hammond trains. Marshal Hawkins and two deputies moved trains, with more officers possible if resistance occurs. The Monon system is nearly paralyzed as union tensions flare across lines into Indianapolis and reports surface of possible Pennsylvania Line sympathy action. A local American Railway Union meeting denounces press coverage while vowing peace and avoiding mail disruption.

Jones Ayres & Jones Monon Railroad Company U. S van Buren Monon Hammond Marshal Hawkins U.S Baker Indianapolis Pennsylvania Line Pullman American Railway Union Washington Grant Agnew Thos. Dooling Hawkins Theban Debs Chicago Big Four Cincinnati West Judge Woods U. S. Circuit Court Bancroft Atchinson, Topeka Santa Fe Illinois Marscal Hawkins Union Station Jd. A. Foley Union Facific

Pension Office Shake-Up Ends Total Democratic Control

The Tension Forces will undergo a final change Saturday in the pension office, leaving almost all members democratic. The last discharge includes John Clinton, George Marshall, Ed Parmalee, W. H. Calvert, CaptOlive, Al. Alford and R.O. McAlexander. Parmalles resigned after his fate was known to become bookkeeper. Remaining Enssey men are Geo. Hoover, L. M. Mansfield, Walter Johnson, Robt. Medkirk, and Jas. Boyer, who served 18 years.

Pension Office John Clinton George Marshall Ed Parmelee Capt.Olive al. Alford R.O. McAlexander Parmalles Mr. Enssey Geo. Hoover L. M Mansfield

Bord Company Home Brew Bottled Tea Ad Piques Interest

A fragment advertises bottled Home Brew products including Pale Select and a Columbia variant. The ad notes contact by telephone and promotes a wholesome, pure image for consumer use.

Columbia

Street Car Smokers Face Ancient City Ordinance

Augus tus Lynch Mason, president of the street railway, rediscovered an old ordinance prohibiting smoking on cars punishable by 100 fine and 30 days in jail. Notices were posted in College-ave cars, but many passengers mocked or ignored the rule. Conductor threats and mixed reactions followed as some riders accepted the rule while others refused to comply.

Augustus Lynch Mason Mason Ir. Mason College-ave College Ave Smiley Chambers Manon

Dying Man Found Beside Road. County Neglect Suspected

Charles Sutton, suffering from a severe skin disease, was found beside a west city road Thursday by farmers. Health authorities suspected smallpox and notified the health board. Officer Mattlock and County physician Carron searched Friday for the man, who remained near shade trees, nearly unconscious and thirsting, with no protection or care despite being a county patient.

Chas. Sutton Health Board Mattlock Carron Carson

The Ripples Election in Broad Ripple Town Rally

Broad Ripple citizens held a town convention on Thursday naming a ticket for Clerk James Brady Treasurer Hes song Hubbard as marshal George Hubbard trustee first district N B 8 Frovender second district Clarence Kirk third Dr J W Bates The election is set for Saturday July 14 The headpiece features a miniature electric motor car symbolizing the suburban road hoped for by residents.

Broad Ripple Jas. Brady H. Ms. Hessong Geo. Hubbard N. B Frovender Clarence Kirk J. W. Bates Politica Mineture

City Park beautification efforts prompt public attention

Board of works aims to make the city park noticeably attractive. A garbage contractor sues to halt outside removal of hotel and restaurant debris. A North and South-side drug clerks baseball game at Broad Ripple park ends 15 to 13 for the South. Mrs. J H Oliver honors Miss Hannah Erwin amid engagement to Grafton Johnson. Wm Sturges sues several individuals for 1000 alleging theft of furniture during family absence. Council judiciary committee meets about extending fire limits with debate over southwestern boundary and frame cottages. No decision reached.

Board of Works Jameson Broad Ripple Park J. H. Oliver Hannah Erwin Grafton Johnson Wm. Sturges W. ©. Howeison Chas. Hartman F. L. Sayles Glass and Whitesell Council Judiciary Committee

Debs Leads Nationwide Rail Boycott Amid Union Ties

June 29 dispatches report Gena Debs claiming broad union support to shut down rail traffic if necessary to oppose Pullman. U S judge Caldwell warns against interference while multiple roads begin or threaten strike actions. Reports from Chicago and other points describe widespread tie-ups and preparations for Friday actions.

ChicaGco Gena Howard A. RK. U Pullmas WBE McBride Miners’ Union Caldwell U. S. Court United States Atchison Union Pacific Northern Pacific Curiaco A. R. Union Alton Rock Island Debs Santa Foe Illinois Central Miller Milwaukee Road Tacoma St. Louis Pullman DesMoinis Knights of Labor al Aays Knights San Francisco Olney Terre Hauta Illinois Divansville Terre Haute

Acquitted Husband in Shooting Case Amid Public Sympathy

Frank Henneberger was acquitted in a criminal court on a charge of shooting with intent to kill James Baker after a quarrel at the Henneberger home. Letters involving Mrs. Henneberger and John Kem were presented. Baker, who died from the wound, was a friend of Kem and visited Eva Overton at the house. Neighbors showed mixed reactions during the verdict. A second item reports 8-year-old Edward Carr drowned in Hagie Creek while swimming near the I and VY railroad bridge.

Frank Henneberger Jas Baker Mra Henneberger John Kem Khem Eva Overton Hanneberger Miss Overton Hagie Creek Edward Carr Alissouri

Niagara Falls Excursions Planned by Local Lines

Under Trunk Lines agreement no Niagara Falls cheap excursions will run until after August fires. Cincinnati, Ramston & Dayton Railroad plans a Magar Falls trip in early August at a low rate, likely larger than prior years. announcments will follow.

Auenst Chcrnati, Ramston & Dayton Magar Falls

Indianapolis Artillery Heads to Little Rock Tournament

The Indianapolis light artillery team prepares to travel by special car Saturday noon to Little Rock Arkansas for a competitive tournament next week. The squad endures strict daily drills at the armory with early rising and limited meals, aiming for top form, while mascot Oscar Vorbis has died and the dog Bipir is unavailable. Dr O S Runnels notes political chatter in Colorado and possible gubernatorial prospects.

Indianapolis Light Artillery Little Rock the Armory Ark 8. Louis Row Mountain Road Lince Armory Mississippi Seventh-ste Capt Curtis James Boswell Ed.Johnson Raaing Oacar Vorbis Bipir Runnels Denver Col Myron Reed Colorado Waite

City News Briefs From Madison County and Nearby

John Case, Madison county boy, sent up for grand larceny, committed to reform school by the governor. Rev. Whitney resigns pastorate of South-street Baptist Church. 14-year-old Palmer Poore injured after a 50-foot fall from a tree, treated at home by city ambulance. Ward 12 Democrats lament neglect and poor sanitary conditions. women invited to study civil government and women’s rights at Mrs. J. R. Nichols’s home. Hospital staff discharge James Hillett, Charles Lewis, and C. L. Canary amid discontent. Dr Wright notes displeasure with conduct but time given to improve. Local notices on parcel phrasing and marriage license listings accompany other brief items.

John Case Madison County Reform Whitney South-st City Dispensary J. R. Nichols Pennsylvania James Hillett Chas. Lewis C. L. Canary City Hospital Wright Board of Health Tau Sun Magland England Brewns Carrie Grant Edward Minnie Sweeney W. D Mrs. Dosch Chas Anna Brown Dre Lillie Williams John C. Smith Clifford Cotton C. A. Winter William R. Griffith Ira B. Tomlinson Haywood Wide Alice Hanley Austin L. Russell Otte Cotton Jackson Howard Lizzie Brown Charles E. Cox Estella Grace Hoover George Stolté Fannie Haar John 8 Martin Sarah J. Grider Charles. Pearce Louie Ringer

Popular Pastime in State Drives Lynch Law Tales

A collection of alarming, fragmented reports describes mob violence and local disorder across several towns. Incidents include lynching threats in Colorado and Missouri, a pole-lynching in Monett, and a hooded assault in New Jersey. The handwriting of public outrage and political street battles with officials is mixed with municipal concerns over street cleanliness and funding, amid brawls over a railroad conductor and a brewer with a pass.

Gloriously Defeated Muncie Nine In Waterloo At Polo Grounds

A noisy crowd traveled from Indianapolis to Muncie after a 23 to 15 loss. Doherty and Loonis sustained injuries amid 19 errors per side as Powell’s pets celebrated a victory. Spectators and escorts recalled the battle, praising Indianapolis police and recalling brewery taunts.

Muncie Lnion Powell Indianapolis Doherty Her HeGuti Schrotz Loonis Recer Thornburg Weat-end Columbia Alley Fellera

Ghostly memories spur doctor tales in late night store

In a Washington Street drugstore a regular customer recalls a ghostly sighting of Dora seen in moonlight and cured illness, while Dr Perry shares a childhood ghostly encounter linked to Dora’s death. The exchange ends with the customer promising to pay Monday if she lives, or return if she dies.

Dr. Perry Jozeph KR. Perry Dora

Mystery Untangled Hat Pin Case Helps Boy Speak

Four year old Francis Collier, son of Undertaker Collier, suffered spasms and muteness since infancy. A surgeon found and removed a hat pin about 4 inches long from under the skin of his abdomen. Since the operation the convulsions diminished and the child is gradually learning to speak.

Francis Collier Undertaker Collier

Tariff Bill May Be Voted On Monday

Washington June 29 Aldrick said the tariff bill would be reported to the state Friday, general debate had on Tuesday and a final vote taken Monday.

Charleston W. Va T. A. Goodwin Chesapeake & Ohio Road H. Q. Par- Boua Grady's Inn Goodwin Haewernsaen N. J Hinchcliffe I’atterson Jones Washmeton Aldrick Astate Ratusday

Bargains abound at Dalton and area stores this season

Dalton offers 50 cent straws and low prices on men’s shirts and suits at The Arcade. Danbury Hat Company promotes fine straw hats while H P Wasson lists millinery gloves shirt waists and underwear. Granger dry goods and Gide Tule also advertise bargains. The Progress store touts all wool suits at startlingly low prices and white Pine bedding is the newest fad.

Dalton Harry Krause Arcade Danbury Hat Company Bes Albert Gall Baker & Raico Pb H. P. Wasson Bareda Tue Granger Dry Gooda W. Wesingiemar Gooce Phelstrov New York M. M

Fourth of July Celebration at Armstrong Park

Gov. Matthews and Mayor Denny will speak at the Armstrong Park Fourth of July event with sports of all kinds and a rule prohibiting intoxicating liquors on the grounds. Admission is 40 cents with ample vehicle accommodations and laundry services available.

Armstrong’s Park Matthews Denny

Broad Ripple suburban rail scheme teased by attorneys

A reporter questioned attorney Spencer and others about the Broad Ripple suburban railway. Talks touched on private rights of way, cross-town tracks, potential deals with the Citizens' Company, town incorporation, and the planned route through Westville gravel road, with a pledge to push the project forward.

Broad Ripple Spencer Citizens’ Company Kr. Spencer My. Clay McDorsid Ripple Company Mason Mr. Spencer Groad Ripple Nawapaper Boys

Scared to Death After Provoking Storekeeper

Frederick Emich, 15, fled in panic from a storekeeper and two boys Thursday evening. He was found dead Friday morning in a neighboring cellar where he hid. Excitement and fright caused heart disease.

New York Frederick Emich

A BAD PRORHESSOR, He Smoked Cigarettes and Guzzled Beer

Jersey City report on a high school principal Wm Sweeney being dismissed for smoking and drinking. Judge Bartholomew sets wifes alimony at 6500 dollars after divorce from a cruel husband, estate valued at 20000 dollars. husband blamed for forcing wife to work and drive milk wagon post World’s Fair. Ravages of a Storm hits Richlownp Ind with great damage, one man injured. Wayne county dairy areas suffer. Weather forecast for Indiana predicts continued warmth and fair weather through June 30, 1894.

Jersey Bartholomew Drenzeman Ricrwonp Ind Frank Dunhem Wayne County

Great Annual Picnic and Horse Races at Yair Grounds

The notice announces a Irish American event at Hammond's Park on July 4 featuring a Great Annual Picnic. The horse races at the Yair grounds run from July 3 to 6 with top riders and strong betting odds and admission set at 60 cents.

Hammond’s Park Yair Grounds

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