Tragic Death by Self Inflicted Hanging in City Cottage
Edward Conway, once sheriff’s deputy and liveryman, killed himself Saturday morning at 1015 M Mississippi St. Despondency over business, mortgage, and potential loss of home drove the trusted man to sit at a bed post while a rope of clothes line tightened around his neck. Neighbors found him dead. his wife and three children now face sudden ruin and grief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Conway
Mississippi St
Courtst
Aome
Ms Aoll
Mrs. Conway
Conway
Sara
Papa
Mater Denny
Harrison
Marshal Dunlap
Patterson
Destitute Families Highlighted By Health Officer Visit
Health officer Matt and Jo lu Lux reported a dire case on S Meridian near Belt railroad. Two families shared one house and both heads have been unemployed for months. Last week two women gave birth, one woman lacking shoes while her husband earned little from market work to feed the hungry household.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matt
Jack
S. Meridian Si
Jo Lu Lux
Tragic double murder suicide in Eveennr Oregon
Albert Moss and his father quarrel at night. neighbor David Coleman intervenes. Moss shoots Coleman’s daughter, wounds another daughter, fatally wounds Coleman, then fatally shoots himself. Local report notes Moss killed two people and himself in Eveennr Oregon on March 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eveennr
Ore
Albert Moss
David Coleman
Moss
Young Moss
Coleman
Weather Forecast for 36 Hours Ending March 4 1894
Forecasts for the 36 hours ending six p. m. March 4 1894 call for warmer and fair conditions through Saturday night with fair skies Sunday and likely local rains Monday.
Lexatine for constipation otc druggist note
Lexatine offered for constipation as an over the counter medicine. Lazatine also marketed for constipation by druggists. Product presentation emphasizes availability at all druggists and generic concern for relief.
Powder Mill Explosion Shocks Scranton Area
A Moosic powder mill blast near Scranton on Saturday at 0 10 am destroyed the works. One engineer died and two barrel men were seriously burned or injured. The explosion blew out windows in nearby towns Avoca and Scranton with extensive property damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
Moosic
Avery
Thomas Weir
Wesley Bantin
Archibald Dymond
Avoca
Weir
Brank Wilber Faces $5000 Damages Over Recorder’s Office Incident
In a county recorder’s office fracas Friday, Brank Wilber allegedly attacked an opposing official after two clerks copied mortgage records. The confrontation spilled to the stairs where Wilber and a deputy exchanged blows. Wilber was fined in municipal court, and a $5000 damage lawsuit followed, seeking recompense for alleged injuries and misconduct by the deputy. The case moves to higher court as officials scrutinize record handling and potential bribery provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thera Resuseanea
Lernhamer
Datamerd
Bix
Parmer
Chas. Cooper
Pilper
Haing
Riler
Notable 1880s touring stars at Englishs and Park Theatre
A dense bill lists Elle Ateen and her DISRuol IeNCe company at Tomlinson ball Indianapolis, Mouga's music, Annie Ward Tillany, Lessie Bonehill and her wintry English Houbrette act, and the Pearsons' She at Park Theatre. It highlights Irish actress Annie Ward Tillany, Diddy Ronan memories, and reception of Diddy Ronan shows. Bonehill's London fame noted, with Park Theatre presenting She by Pearsons and Haggard's oriental tale. The article previews strong casts, original effects, and ensemble performances for next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elle Ateen
Philip Scuses
Jusily Femaen
Tomlinson Ball
Indianapolis
Moouga'r
Conrags
Sousa Hive
Wuisner
Mornins Blarch O
Annie Ward Tillany
Ittress
The
Stave
Iucias
Lessie Bonehill
English
Opera House
Dliss Ionebi
London
New York
A. \. Pearson
Atage
H. Rider Hegeard
Ingfsh
Haggard
Ethel Raynes
Marion county Republican convention chaos at Masonic hall
A Marion county Republican gathering in a Masonic hall erupted in confusion as chairman Mas rill Bioores, with glasses on, ordered proceedings to elect township trustees, assessors, justices of the peace, and constables. Delegates clashed over ballots as candidates like Reynolds Makepeace Parker and Werbe vied for votes, ending with nominations and heated exchanges amid a crowded hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedlam
Masonic Hall
Mas Rill Bioores
Marion County Republican
Crose
Avery Calegate
Iskke
Credentiais Committee
Cante Goon
Wis
Peri Nen Aitie
Fesen
A. wWitis Ta Sie
Ranent Dumypieu
Actiniz
Froma
Fox
Iloatica
AL. Neynolds
Debe V. Pt
Il GG. Werba
Bi. Fredt
UR Day
Belerlanc
ER Pritchard
Lincoln League
Trustes
Steynolds
Parker
Werbe
Craft
Dill
McParland
Pritchard
Mikepesce
Aiken
Reynolds
Mekerland
Makepeace
Motarised
Winonavar
Eleerip
Warhe
Hiorace M. Makepeace
Weroe and
Minkepescs
Kant
Moores
Mr. Makepeace
Inasvene Tanuie
Assenser
Jugens Sauley
Dae. Twineham
Omer Lodibaugh
Hough & White
Gladstone’s Resignation Casts Shadow Over Tory Leaders
Report of William Ewart Gladstone’s imminent resignation dominates Windsor and London as Lord Rosebery and Earl Spencer visit Windsor to discuss a new ministry. Proposals for a prorogation of Parliament and a new administration surface while Gladstone contemplates retirement. A large crowd greets the statesman at Paddington as speculation grows over successors including Lord Rosebery and the Kimberley family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loxpox
Mare S
Earl Spencer
John Morley
Mr. Acland
Tome
Asquith
Earl of Loseberry
Giladstone
Jack Loseberry
Myr Asmith
Morey
Messacre
Lord Roseberry
Windsor
Paddington
Lo’slock
Ears Kimberley
William Harcourt
Coaries Lennoxpel
Gladatume
Gladstone
Villena
Lord Noseberry
Iarl
Kimberley
Gisdatona
Peddington
Gtateamian
Tie
Inig
Dladstone
Prosecution cracks down on slot machines amid unrest
Dowdell warns all owners to remove illegal slot machines after a spree of crimes. A missing farmer, Devor, has a $1,000 reward offered for his return. A condemned matron, Wilhelmine Biceller, receives death for murder amid a court ruling. Workers report rising employment, several join the food market, and sewer work begins on N W Tennessee Street. A $5,000 damages suit against Western Union stems from a missed funeral massage. An upcoming American expedition pricing sparks protests as rail workers face masked demonstrators near Coaburg. The governor sends militia as tensions rise and violence looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dariuty
Dowdell Hag
Devor
Tabor
City hack owners form association after price cuts
Hack owners organize a pool forming an association after slashing prices to the starvation point. A carriage to the youth cemetery costs 4 dollars, to Crown Hill cemetery 5 dollars, and 5 dollars for a Sunday carriage to either site. Each member gains a share of the business based on the number of carriages he operates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crown Hill Cemetery
Noted Murder and Suicide Lead to Delirious Condition
New Brunswick New Jersey on March 3 two African American suspects killed a man and his wife and child. The husband reportedly killed the two murderers then became delirious and is in critical condition. An advertisement for Hood's Sarsaparilla claims blood purification and disease prevention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Brunswick
N. J
Foore Baker
Art work coupons offered by The Sun Publishers in New York
March item from The Sun Publishers announces Tae Song will publish coupons giving holders access to America Photographed, with options to obtain the artwork alone or together with Tin Schnn's World’s Fair art portfolio. Public reaction expected positive as a premier art work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sun
Blonday
Tae Song
America
Tin Scnn
Tae Six
Waten
Soldier Homes Bill Advances In House Committee Action
The Illinois board of managers member pushed two bills through the house committee. One bill lets surgeons and medical officers be chosen from non veterans, while the other allows inmates to move to different quarters if fire pestilence or other hazards make current buildings uninhabitable. In Paso Texas Hugh Bryce recounts being arrested at Puebla on a staged murder charge. After four years confinement he paid the mayor 2000 and police chief 1000 to secure his release. He plans to go to Washington to pursue charges against the Mexican government. He is a thirty third degree mason and a known religious man.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I VW Second St
Electric Light Company
S.H. Roush
Frankfort
Grand Jury
Djail
Criminal Court Room
Jegsen-Boeckling
Philip Baugh Agsinst
Pennsylvania Road
K. T. Leyton
Pullman Prince Gar Company
Mra
D. AL. Ryder
Stanley Foraman
Schimiat
Indiene Savings and Loan League
Chea. Thompson
Indianapolis
T. 4
T. Conde
Criminal Court
Stone
Louia
Emma Wolfgang
Charles
Rose Larimora
Lee
Mary Wolf
Genry
Leva Cook
L. D
Mrs. Williams
Minnie Inzie
Thomas It. Jones
Emma. Ross
Lexington Ave
State St
Adolph Scherrer
Jones
Chas. Ennis
Mississippi St
Howard Dimock
Hall Place
Richards and Wilson
Vwaermaros
Illinois
National Soldiers’ Homes
Iridey
I Paso
Pexas
Hugh Bryca
Slexigy
Luebla
Washington
Train evades bandits in river city raid near town
Five or so robbers attempted to stop a Rock Island passenger train near the city on Friday night. Engineer Mel Kinney opened the throttle and sped the engine away as bullets flew, with over 100 bullets striking the locomotive. No injuries were reported. Kinney’s nerve kept the robbers from seizing a treasure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deseen
Sto. March
Rock Island
Mel Kinney
Sickinney
Leas
City hospital repairs bill questioned by Controller Trusler
The city faces a dispute over a $60 plumber bill for hospital repairs. The Board of Health approved the expense, while Controller Trusler contends the Board of Works should have given prior authorization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trusler
City Hospital
Board of Health
Board of Works
Burglary at Kelly's galoon on 47 Virginis Ave
Burglars entered Kelly's galoon at 47 Virginis Avenue early Saturday. They stole whisky a quantity of cigars in boxes and $12 in cash.
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Kelly’s Galoon
Virginis Ave
The Shaffer Magoz deal argument heard Saturday
Judge Junze Baker heard the Shaffer Magoz deal argument on Saturday with Attorney Beveridge speaking for much of the day. A note mentions Laxatus and Laxatine products for constipation and a laundry contact, reflecting brief local items in the page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junze Baker
Beveridge
Bull Pup Attacks Neighboring Dog in Turbulent Case
Gertie Brown of Torbettst faced a brutal bulldog incident when her pet dog clashed with a bulldog intruder in her yard. The fight caused injuries, a nervous shock, and a jury verdict awarding Brown damages. Local court cases and lawyers’ quips followed as the scene settled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gertie Brown
Torbettst
John Grace
Buda
Mrs. Brown
Fuacture
Hans Ib
Brown
Sedgwick Merchant’s Family Poisoned In Coffee
The Snyder family of Sedgwick near Newton were poisoned by an unknown substance in coffee on Friday. Mrs. Snyder died within hours, Mr. Snyder died in the evening, and the three children are said not to survive the poisoning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Igs
L. L. Snyder
Sedgwick
Morgan town fire scorches main business block in Indiana
Morgan town in Morgan County Indiana saw a large blaze Friday night that destroyed the main business portion. The fire consumed stock at J A Collett hardware D Norman drugs Smith Knight groceries J H Smythe dry goods and Harvey Abenchain furniture. Officials suspect incendiary origins. Insurance coverage is light. Three Republican inspectors Edward S Henry Haymond and C Bishop were appointed as labor inspectors at 263 per month by the Board of Works, with appointments made before an examining board or civil service rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manutinsvo.le
Ind
Morgantown
J. A. Collett
D. Norman
Smith Knight
J. H. Smythe
Harvey Abenchain
Iz Light
Edward 5
Henry Haymond
C. Bishop
Lawer
Board of Works
Bullivan
Sunday Church Services and Sermon Topics
Sunday church services listed for First Baptist, Presbyterian, Tabernacle, St Pauls Episcopal, Second Presbyterian, Plymouth, Meridian Street M I, Holy Communion after morning sermon, Central Ave M E, Central Christian, Roberts Park M E, New Church Chapel on N Alabama Street. Morning and evening sermons with topics including God said let there be light and The New Jerusalem. Laxatine for constipation advertised by druggists at 60c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist
W. I. Taylor
Her Presbyterian
D. W. Fisher
Tabernacle Presbyterian
J. A. Rondthaler
St. Pauls Episcopal
G. A. Carstensen
Second Presbyterian
J. A. Milburn
Plymouth Congregational
F. E. Dewhurst
Meridianst
M. I
C. N. Sima
Central-ave
M. E
H. A. Buchtal
Central Christian
Kay
D. R. Lucas
Paul
Athens
God
New Church Chapel
D23
Alabamast
Jericho
New Jerusalem
Manuel Swedenborg
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APTI
ILE Irk
Smith
Pratime
Brank Wilber
Recorder
AlcCabe
Supreme Court
WW. A
Alecrion Ibery
Recev
HiLgvenie Court
Pio
Kownsaie Cconyungion
Moorey Malter
Charlie Bookwalter
Dover
Arian
Terpeqden
CoresitAuns
Vung Wag
Wilhelmine Biceller
Gimmy
Garfield Park
N. W Tennnessee St
Western ‘Union
Hester Daugherty
Laka County
Wwestern Union Telegraph Company
Hammond
Henssalaar
Tanaaay Poms
Ip Eerporsa Amd Do
Hiotans Strikers
CuarnL‘varoxa
W. Ya
Coaburg
New River
Lagle
Hood
Hoon
House
Pickler
Democratic Congressional Campain Committee
Secretary of the Treasury
John F. Dravo
Pittsburg
Ana Boni
Sean
Montevideo
Sarandi
Olypolito
Pstralion
Mesio J’eiva
Antonio Vareas
David Ara
Dring
Llaruar
Dlarner
Jenkins
Sharper
Congress
Denk Wai
Iig
Cana Stillan
Trusier
Satoon
Caphal Laundry
Ahiris Xeducad
Holtzman
Spaan
Ayr
Bean
Ij 3
Co Og
Wore
Saltzman
Morgentown &Corched
Sunday Church
Shrwichs
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