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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1889
Page
1
Detailed testimony at a Meridian hospital inquiry cites favoritism in food and supply contracts linked to Supt. Fletcher and Sullivan, with accusations of substandard butter and produce. Separately a Carbon County riot injures many, and a Home Stead bill protest by builders aims to curb real estate exemptions.
A set of vivid scenes from Indianapolis during Harrison's rise describe lobbyists crowds and anxious supporters, with reports of aides moving into the White House, preparations for state dinners, and tensions among campaign factions. The piece notes interactions with John Hay and other figures and hints at behind the scenes maneuvering.
Washington dispatch notes Indiana leaders gathering at the Metropolitan hotel with Col J A Bridgeland and Gen Carahan leading a crowd. R Rhody Shiel, Mayor Denny, and others attend as rumors swirl about Indiana gaining another cabinet member, possibly W H H Miller, with Cornelius N Bliss pitched for secretary of the navy.
Feary Day, a jeweler, was jailed two months ago for an ember element of watches and sent to the pen for two years. A plea of insanity caused by iu ca is entered. Prof Cariart and a fresh map class will present Merchant of Venice in Meharry hall in March. Joseph Kerry, colored, jailed Sunday for insanity, became violent in jail. Supposed cause is religious excitement. Penn may donate 840000 toward building a branch ycead from Pettysville on the Wabash Western to that city. Riley Logan sent to the new for two years from Itarklin for stealing chickens. Lyman Logan, 12, sentenced to reform school for some offense but released on floater. A little girl found 12009 in bonds inside a trunk belonging to Mrs. Hattia Chapin of Connersville.
In Birmingham Alabama on March 2 authorities discuss a large scale plan by steel and iron producers to form a national pool. Proposed yards would be built at Mobile to challenge Glasgow in steel ship production.
The terrapin market is cornered by a purchase of 5,100 birds for the Harrison inaugural pall at a total cost of 5,000. This reflects a sharp demand spike in the regional and New York markets as buyers secure supply.
City lives events and court results from Friday to Sunday include Greyson facing grand jury for an investigation over alleged harp theft from Molvyilia Mahurin on Virginia Avenue. The Mercury reports acquittals and fines in several petty offenses with dates, places and names noted.
The Indiana general assembly faces a flood of business with 03 senate bills and 66 house bills introduced while only 24 have passed both houses. Tension rises as lawmakers push for action amid veto threats and procedural skirmishes, including debates on education, banking, and hospital boards.
About 3 o clock Friday afternoon six car loads of Harrison's Seventy-seventh regiment departed the Union depot for Washington on the Big Four road. Marshall's military band from Topeka accompanied them. The veterans wore gray overcoats and yellow dogskin gloves as an immense crowd cheered. Each man carried bamboo and had life insurance of 100. A curious note about J W Rea con of Shelbyton Iowa, dubbed the "boy" of the regiment weighing 350 pounds, is included amid a long list of names and nominal officials referenced in the dispatch.
Judge Thurman, though frail, says in a brief interview that he regards Cleveland as one of the greatest statesmen of the nation. The Columbus report notes his continued limited activity.
A weather note reports light rain in the southern portion, then cooler conditions after Sunday. The forecast indicates stationary temperatures overall with a drop following the weekend.
The Supreme Court Commission bill faces unsigned members and possible mandamus actions to compel signing. Attorney General would initiate quo warranto proceedings to oust if needed, Governor's legal steps disputed. Also a Winnipeg dispatch reports a 15 year old Indian boy in Kewatin died after forced whisky drinking.
LAWRENCE N Y March 2 Spl The schools here are nearly in shutdown over accusations that teachers play progressive euchre amid turmoil and concern among students and parents.
Bargains in broken sizes offered with savings from $1.00 to $2.00 on boots and shoes at Geo. P. Milrvitt located at 16 North Penn Street. Come in to see if a fit is possible.
A Denver city dispute over public works patronage prompts planned court action. City officials including street commissioner Peruiter and engineer Shows discuss litigation expenses. city attorney Taylor to participate. The article notes tense political commentary and potential constitutional challenges to the passage of a disputed bill.
Minnie Hampton, a 15 year old girl described as black eyed and rosy cheeked, defies her mother outside the courthouse after a profanity case involving Charles Breese. Breese testifies to befriending the girl while delivering medicines, claiming illness kept her from leaving town. The mother seeks control, but authorities deem the girl of age to act freely, leaving with Breese amid a crowd of idlers.
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