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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1897

Page

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Ashes Return to Greencastle in Pearl Bryan Case

In Cincinnati March 22, Mrs. Jackson mother of Scott Jackson, cremated remains, carried in an urn, to Greencastle Ind. She traveled with Prof. Post and wife after learning the verdict and burial plans. The cremation occurred at Clifton crematory following Scott Jackson’s execution.

Scott Jackson Clifton Crematory Post Greencastle Alonzo Wailing Hamilton Greenwood Cemetery Ind Jackson Luth E. Washington St

Not 4 Word Bid They Say to Rev Lee on Crime

Newport, Ky March 22 U P Rev J A Lee who advised Walling and Jackson on their scaffold has been questioned about statements to him. He says he is no wiser than the world and cannot answer whether they admitted guilt or denied it. He holds two farewell letters from Scott Jackson and will mail one to his mother. Walling asked him to write to Miss Roberts. The last letter to Rev Lee reads in part thanking him and noting they will meet again in eternity.

Newport U. P J. A. Lee Walling Jackson Scott Jackson Greencastle Lee Alonzo M. Walling Scott Tackson Ways and Means Committee Unite States California Nebraska Louisiana Sneley Evans Congress

Burke Probes Wood Letters in Jackson-Walling Case

District attorney Frank Burke was asked Monday about prospects in the case involving the friend of Jackson and Walling against Will Wood. Burke offered his views on the likely outcome and potential actions as the legal matter advances.

Frank Burke Jackson Walling Will Wood

Marriage license leads to underage nuptials inquiry

A 14 year old girl Myrtle Spencer wed Elzie Beachman with a license, while her mother Mollie Enspringer seeks grand jury action. Beachman says he did not swear the girl’s age. records show Thomas Donnelly accompanied them to the clerk to obtain the license. Enspringer plans a grand jury probe into the age and proceedings.

Elzie Beachman Indiana Bicycle Works Beachman Myrtle Spencer Myrtle Mollie Enspringer C. Wabash Sr Grand Jury Eanspringer Imma Francis Wabash St Fenspringer Venchman Ace

Struck by a car Henry Keunert hurt in street crash

Henry Keunert a 46 year old newspaper distributor was seriously injured Sunday afternoon after his wagon was struck on a streetcar track at Virginia avenue and Maryland street. He was dragged between passing cars and later taken to City hospital with a sprained back and extensive bruising though no bones were broken.

Henry Keunert Virginia Ave Mirylandst Keunert Delaware St Maryland St Whennert Kennert

From The Country And Back She'll Go With Benefit Of Experience

Mary Gatton a young girl claiming Litton Indiana as home was found in a Court Street room with two men by Patrolman Jake Surtz. She was taken to the police station for questioning and Matron Buchanan sought family details from Litton.

Litton Frank Steele Vcourtst Hope Buchanan

Vest Receives 470 Applications for State Custodian Job

New custodian Mr. Vest has received 470 applications for janitor positions at the state house. about 12 are employed so far and most Griffin force workers will stay for months. Vest avoids the custodian’s office due to crowds while preparing to take charge April 1. Gov Mount reports improved health from Montgomery county farm, after returning Wednesday. Also notes Hood’s Sarsaparilla ads and local business updates on furniture and tailoring at 84 W. Ohio St.

State House Mr. Vest Mount Montgomery County

Burke and Hawkins Quit 43 as Officials Sworn In

Albert Wishard is sworn in as district attorney and Samuel Kercheval as U S marshal in a ceremonious session in Judge Baker’s courtroom. Burke and Hawkins resign after long service. Wishard and Kercheval vow to pursue high profile cases including counterfeiting prosecutions and major bank failures, while deputies prepare for summer duties across the state.

Albert W. Wishard U.S Samuel J. Kercheval John M. Baker Ar. Wercheval Wmn Noble Marion Trust Company Joseph J. Wealing Indianapolis Wryit Taylor Pihel L. Ld St L. Rativend Shovel Ihrer Dudge Daker Ale Wissard Derchevits Bafier Frank Burke Durkee Sys D. Kyle Caldwell Teranukfart Caldwell Central Hospital Ali Hurki Ali Wishard Las Bandsir Wawkins Fianvhoys Cofsins Tudianapolis Bank Ife Tudianapolis Isacres Love Range Las Ert

Bullet Sinks Power in Saloon Clash at Shelby Street

Charles Brown, a saloon keeper at 66 Shelby Street, faced police court on charges of assault and battery with intent to kill Clarence Power. During a Saturday scuffle with Power and a youth named Tien Chen, Power allegedly quarrelled with W. E. Johnson and fired as Brown intervened. A bullet just above Power’s heart grazed upward, leaving him alive though seriously injured. he was taken home and treated by Dr. Bigger, with doctors noting danger but Power may recover.

Charles Brown Shelby St Clarence al Power T Power Smithson St Power Tienchen W. TE. Johnson Olive Si Johnson Brown Rock Drawn Tie Tekken Dr Bigger

Weather Forecast for Indianapolis Area Likely Cool Monday

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 36 hours ending 6 p.m. March 23 calls for fair and cooler conditions. Monday night and Tuesday expected to be cool with a noon temperature around GK and a gale reported Monday morning. At Goeleck wind velocity reached 42 miles per hour.

Indianapolis Aronday Goeleck

Local items note funerals and meetings around town

The column reports a busy period with coal grain and cattle moving, and notices of funerals for Millen Beston and Nellie Wolst. It mentions revival meetings at Friends' church led by Rev. John Wittrell and a Marion county Sunday school reception for city superintendents. Also notes deaths of Mrs. Margaret Winkleman and coroner verdict of consumption, plus a burglary incident and candidates for the State board of arbitration.

Millen Beston J. J. Maloney Huronst Friends’ Church Alabama St John Wittrell Marion County Sunday School Association Margaret Winkleman Reisner Indianapolis Brayton Nellie Wolst Anderson N. Priest Morris Welsh Levi M. Burnett Minerva St L. P. McCormack Frank Ally Indianapolis Gas Company State Board of Arbitration

Dr Hiram C Castor Practice Hours Listing

Dr Hiram C Castor located at 288 Massachusetts Avenue offers patient hours including 9 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 4 p.m. daily with evening slots 7 to 8 p.m. on weekdays and Sunday hours 9 a.m. to 1 a.m. Reflects extended access for appointments and walk ins.

Hiram C. Castor Massachusetts

Dingley Tariff Speech Prompts House Debates in Washington

In Washington on March 22, Mr Dingley of Maine addressed the House amid tariff debates. He outlined revenue deficits since 1892, cited borrowing to cover shortfalls, and argued for revised duties to aid domestic production, sugar, and wool while boosting employment and purchasing power. The debate touched costs, potential revenue, and the need for swift action.

Washington Reed House of Representatives Omer Weeedanes Secretary of the Treasury Committee of Ways and Means United States

Senator Newton Gilbert at wife's bedside in Indianapolis

Senator Newton Gilbert of Angola has stayed in Indianapolis with his wife who recently underwent surgery at Dr. Runnell's sanitarium. Her condition has alarmed the family as recovery has been slower than hoped.

Newton Gilbert Angola Indianapolis

Notable Died and Political Notes Across Cities

Wire whispers report Erie railroad president Johning dies in Nica France. St. Louis Democrats nominate Henry Ziegenhein for mayor. Gov. Pingree to resign Detroit mayoralty to lead Michigan. Neal Dow turns 93 in Portland Missouri. Spanish ships active near Cuban coast amid watch on filibusters. Lyman Abbott’s lecture canceled by Philadelphia YMC A after controversial remarks. T F Oakes reaches New York harbor after 259 days from Hong Kong. crew suffered scurvy with six deaths. Frank J Cazanas released from prison at Lagena La Grande Cuba. English aristocracy hit by influenza. Lords Salisbury Russell Halsbury and others ill. Gen J S Fullerton of St Louis killed in B&O wreck near Oakland Maryland. he was Chickamauga park commissioner president. Mrs Harrison and Mrs Hayes were his first cousins.

Johning Erie Railroad Nica France Democrats St. Louis Henry Ziegenhein Gov Pingree Detroit Michigan Neal Dow Prohibition Portland Lyman Abbott Philadelphia T. F. Oakes New York Harbor

Spite Work in State Statistician Trial Contested

The trial of Statistician Thompson for alleged misappropriation continues behind closed doors as Captain Worrell, former deputy, claims his charges are true. Officials acknowledge evidence but critics call the proceedings politically charged and argue for grand jury handling. A disinterested observer says the accusations originated from spite-work.

Thompson Capt. Worrell State Auditor Express Flo Worrell Statisticia

A Preacher Calls Boys Away From Drug Stores

In a Sunday morning sermon Rev. A Jenkins of Third Christian Church urges churches to guard youths from druggists. He warns young men frequenting drug stores at night may encounter temptations and suggests building reading rooms clubs and sun rooms to keep them away from these establishments.

A. Jenkins Chur Itanapolis

Moral reform preached at Memorial church sermon on crime

Rev Balial and Rev Ballard urged moderation in reporting crime. They argued sensational printing inflames crime and that ethics, charity, and honesty should be taught in schools. They called for Protestant unity on moral ideas to reform criminals into law-abiding citizens through moral science.

F. O. Ballard Memorial Criterian Church Burg Bette

Social whirl as Indianapolis society holds events

Mrs. Frank Wacker hosts a card party after Mrs. Kate Robson invited friends to meet Mrs. Barkley who recently arrived in Indianapolis. Mrs. W K Hendricks entertains the nickett society after its tenth anniversary. WM Graydon Jameson read an entertaining story. Mr and Mrs Lynn B Millikan hosted about 60 friends at a dinner dance for Milliken’s birthday. Miss Mary M Graydon and Miss Jo Christian entertained with readings as Butler College offerings featured Kate Layman and Augusta Stevenson presenting short pieces.

Frank Wacker Kate Robson Barkley Indianapolis W. K. Hendricks

Change H to R in a tangled beer ad sentence

A garbled OCR line discusses replacing H with R in a phrase about beer drinking and a Home Brewing Co. product. It mentions improving by imbibing a bottle and best beer for family Rhone 1050, reflecting an ad style from a historical page with unclear context.

Home Brewing Co S’ Exceller Dia Rhone

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