17 Mar 1893
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1893
Page
1
A vivid portrait of Clay Hills Indiana locals. It describes distinctive families, small homes, and clay soil communities southeast of Columbus. The piece notes strong individualism, local games, picnics, and roadside farm life, contrasting rural pride with city folk attitudes.
A weather bulletin notes cloudy conditions and occasional snow in Indiana over the 86 hour period ending 8 pm March 18 1893. Frida high and cooler nights expected with lingering snow flurries on Saturday.
Annie Mollie Mary Petry a 57 year old German woman with considerable wealth was found dead in bed at her home behind Truths drug store 805 W Washington St Friday morning A bottle of whisky lay beside her and she wore outdoor clothes A son upstairs knew nothing of her death Coroner Back said two acquaintances Booth and Conkling had brought her home and may have contributed to a sudden heart failure due to alcohol stimulants
In Toledo Ohio on March 17 the Wheeler opera house at Monroe and St Clair streets burned after a 1 36 am start. The four story building was gutted and walls fell at 2 am as firemen fought flames. No fatalities occurred though many were injured. loss to the opera house about 39000 and total losses around 200000 with several nearby businesses damaged.
Local items reveal thefts, separations, court actions, and civic notes. Amelia Schoeneman seeks divorce from Henry after alleged abandonment. Judge Ayers and Judge Harper weigh real estate, divorce, and damages cases. water and streetcar extensions discussed. fires, deaths, autos, and autopsies noted. community meetings urge public works.
Dr Lucastos Sun reporter interview explores how Protestants Catholics and clergy view St Patrick and the legend of driving snakes from Ireland The Irish are said to cling to the myth while scholars view it as figurative The piece records varied Catholic and Protestant opinions and pervading belief among Irish people about the saint and his miracles.
At 6 30 Friday morning a bomb exploded in the ancient Mattei palace the official residence of U S Minister Porter. The blast caused slight damage to the building but no injuries were reported. The palace is a notable blend of ancient and modern art, and many theories about the incident are circulating with no definite conclusion yet.
Oswego N Y March 17 The Kinyon and Jones blocks four stories high in Oswego's principal part were wiped out by fire last midnight. Loss set at 75600 C A Tanner Co hardware dealers in Kinyon block suffered 60000 The Western Union telegraph company and about a dozen firms were heavy losers The loss is partially covered by insurance
The General Managers' Association of railroads entering Chicago rejects pay increase requests from Santa Fe engineers and Grand Trunk workers, confirming no raises this year due to insufficient earnings. Arthur and Sergent of the engineers and firemen dispute Ann Arbor settlement terms, emphasizing reinstatement conditions and plan to defer to three Toledo GMs for final decision.
Broad Tripple company attorney Leon Bailes sought a representative at Friday morning’s Board of Public Works conference with Citizens Company. The board refused, noting no business would be conducted and promised notice when questions are considered. A 11 minute follow up with Citizens yielded only that they became acquainted and would present a franchise later, with board satisfaction at the cordial meeting.
James J. Corbett reached the city at 3:30 AM Friday and rested in bed at 1:00 PM. He said he trains steadily for the Mitchell bout, does stage work and sparring, and believes he can win. He praised Fitzsimmons for the recent fight, saying it showed Fitz’s cleverness and skill.
Morand, 11 years with Frank Bird transfer, is urged by friends including Liditors New and Reus, Lilly of the Commercial club, and D Z Lewin for the Citizens street railway superintendency. He rose from railroad ranks to manager at Bird transfer and previously served as master at Munole of the Lake Eric road.
Mrs Geo W Kickholtz wife of the lumber dealer died Friday at the family home 194 Broadway after a long sickness described as lingering consumption. The notice mentions her final return home after efforts to regain health and includes a parish advertisement for Ayer's Sarsaparilla claiming it will remove fatigue and restore energy.
A sharp Chicago mayoral battle pits republican candidate Samuel Allerton, a Citizens' street railway director, against democrat Carter Harrison. The Chicago Times run by Harrison backs Mercier, who was dispatched to expose Allerton’s record after the streetcar strike. Mercier filed 1000 words and met with a former Citizens official to gather data, aiming to swing labor votes. He also reviewed Tut Sux files and spoke with Frenzel to gather further material.
Thornton found suspect Horace Roberts tied to the death of Mallery on W North St. Roberts denied theft as Detective Thornton uncovered an old rag and paper sack beneath butter firkins. The envelope with the missing money was recovered and Robe rt s was sentenced to three years in state prison and fined 25.
A brisk St Patrick Day parade proceeded after 2 PM headed by police. The Myer and Deery band played Irish airs while Weber Zouaves performed. Knights of St John and Father Blat joined the procession, followed by the Union band and Ancient Order of Hibernians. A public meeting was held at Tomlinson Hall.
In Chicago a galcon keeper Jno Cronin at 3150 Ashland Ave resisted four thieves who stormed his saloon early Friday. Cronin was shot in the face and died. Samuel Wakely and Michael Curtin aiding Cronin were badly cut. Alackey and Conlin were arrested.
Reports from March 17 describe a severe blizzard and snow storm across the western and northwestern states extending to the Rockies. Kansas and Nebraska report particularly harsh conditions with widespread train delays and general demoralization of traffic and travel.
Washington report details the 1892 murder of Amanda S. Schneider by her husband Howard J. Schneider. He was hanged after pleading insanity failed to save him. The case drew parallels to Guiteau as police and clergy aided his final hours. The couple’s marriage was arranged, with the wife fleeing cruelty before tragedy struck. Schneider killed her brother Frank Hamlink and Mrs Schneider with five shots after an afternoon dispute near churchgoing.
March 17 report from Vernly describes Wallace's circus elephant Tobe, weighing about eight thousand pounds, killed at winter quarters after failed restraining efforts. Trained handlers used ropes and two elephants to drag a noose tight, ending Tobe's life with a single final pull.
In Graz Indiana March 17 a case in Clay circuit court involves Robt. Smith of Terre Haute seeking to enjoin a rapid transit electric railway from occupying city streets claiming franchise priority. The rapid transit company began laying tracks on Main and Depot streets Thursday night and continued Friday as crews worked amid ongoing disputes over rights.
Washington gossip from March 17 notes callers to the president included Gov. Matthews of Indiana and several lawmakers. The office-hunting crowd thinned after hints from congressmen that pursuit would be futile. Rumors swirl about A Dodge’s fate at Agriculture, consul-general posts, and political maneuvers involving Cullop, Hill, and others in Washington.
Miss Guest denies drowning her baby as autopsy evidence shows the infant breathed before death. Coroner awaits ante mortem statements while Sallie Cantrel describes cold water in a pail at 75 Chapel street. Driver, named as the father, is jailed and may be freed if the mother dies.
The funeral of Mrs Ailla Eaton wife of the managing editor of the Sentinel took place Friday afternoon from 327 West Alabama Street with interment at Crown Hill cemetery. The large gathering included newspaper representatives as pallbearers. The Sentinel chapel adopted resolutions of sympathy for Mr Eaton.
Readable fragments show a Home Browder Company brand called Columbia with quirky spelling. Mentions Tag qveny Witere and J. Bos with telephone 1409. Dyeing and Disaning by Braith's dyogurks. G7 N, Pennsyyaniash.
Marion County officials reject critics of coroner bills while asserting they follow the law. The county attorney cites a past decision affirming inquests and per diem fees, saying the coroner is the sole judge of necessary time and expenses. The commissioners insist there is no excess and would not approve bills deemed excessive.
A packed crowd at Tomlinson hell Thursday night watched Evans and Wrade fight evenly until Capt. Dawcon halted the bout. Referee James Vaught awarded Wrade the victory amid boos and chants to eject Evans. Wrade had hidden a weakness with a plaster and locals claimed bias as tensions cooled after the stoppage.
Champion Jim Corbett appears in a brief run at the Grand Friday in Gentlemen Jack where he is praised as a lively hero. Gus Williams features in Apr Fool at Einlight's with a strong, entertaining showing. Oliver Doud Byron and wife headline Across the Continent at the Park as crowd pleasers.
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