Memorials and Musings After a City Fire Disaste
The piece recalls a Sunday memorial at Tomlinson hall with a Timemoriam banner and five black chairs for fallen firemen. It notes daily church remembrances, relief fund concerts led by Prof. Miller’s band, and calls for higher taxes and stronger oversight. It discusses plans for a monument, real estate options, and public reaction including bids for a major building and a statue similar to Broadway’s Stay.
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Andrew Cherry
Sunday Night Charity Concert Delight In Indianapolis
In Tomlinson hall a dark skinned woman slept through Ida Sweenie’s opening number after donating 50 cents to the relief fund. Patrons rose early, and three traveling men praised Indianapolis for its charitable turnout and fine musical talent at the program.
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Ida Sweenie
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Saved Two Firemen
Al Bandle earned a medal for saving two firemen in Indianapolis. The fire broke out and the substitutes died, while the two regular firemen survived after being saved by Bandle’s quick action. The Cincinnati Enquirer notes the department may award a monument or a diamond pin.
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Relief funds clarified after fireman's death
The Sun reports that $60 from the relief committee was given to Michael Hoffman father of A. J. Hoffman, the deceased fireman, for the family’s immediate needs, not a personal gift from any individual.
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A. J. Hoffman
Firemen Injury Update: Neall Hinesley Long Muir Improve
Reported Monday morning the injured firefighters Sam Neall William Hinesley William Long and Al Muir passed a good restful night and show signs of improvement awaiting further word on their conditions.
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Wm. Long
al. Muir
Fences Built at Bowen Merrill Ruins and Wasson Building
Street commissioner DeRuiter warns the Wasson front is unsafe and may be torn down by the city if owners do not act. W H Fulton oversees salvage timbers to shore walls between Becker and Wasson buildings. Severin resists the plan while amicable scaffolding terms are arranged. Fireman Glenn's son is honored by fellow salesmen who raise a fund and name Policeman McCain custodian.
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Floods driven thousands from homes along Ohio River
Cincinnati reports the Ohio River rising toward 77 feet with floods forcing thousands to flee. Newport families homeless, factories idle, 800 workers laid off as distress grows. River forecast to rise further, rail lines cut, with dozens of towns from Ironton to Pittsburg reporting record crests and escalating damage.
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Judge Taylor Divorces Laura J from Henry Burbee
A sequence of court notes reports Judge Taylor granting a divorce for Laura J from Henry Burbee on cruelty grounds. Additional items include minor injuries from accidents, several petty crimes, and various local legal actions during a busy Saturday session.
Voltz Fund corrections and ongoing charity drive
The Sun corrects a fundraising total for the Voltz fund from 56.63 to 567.61 and notes continued rapid growth to aid suffering children. Donations from Levy Bros. & Co. employees and other contributors are added to the general fund, with many individual donors listed alongside amounts. The Crescent Brewing Co and Sun newsboys contributions are included, reflecting broad community support.
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Haughey
BK. Rava & Sons
E. Rauh & Sons
Cambridge gambling houses exposed after a mayoral complaint
Cambridge citizens learn two poker rooms operated on the main street after a local woman alleged gambling losses by her husband. One room reportedly run by a Unitarian clergyman previously pastor at a Cambridge church.
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Coroner Hearing on Bowen Merrill Calamity Details
Coroner Wagner continued the Bowen Merrill building inquiry as witnesses offered pointed testimony on construction flaws. Elvin and Heller pushed concerns over basement walls and midline supports while Shover described floor settlement and failed jacking attempts. Fire Chief Dougherty described emergency actions, and editor Collins conceded limited insight, with officers detailing responses until the alarm cut the session short.
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Fire Chief Testifies on Building Collapse In Quarry Incident
A veteran fire chief testified he saw no sign the structure was insecure and described escaping debris during a collapse. He recalled removing a brick supporting the cafe after Herron’s safe removal and noted a fourth floor fire then ordered it extinguished. He attributed rivalries and bold acts by firemen to past criticisms.
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Dougherty
Robert Philpot Stands Trial for Murder in Court
In a criminal court on Monday Robert Philpot was tried for murder. The case centers on Marsh Williams who shot and killed him after a dispute with Williams's wife earlier this year. All involved are described as colored.
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Cyclone Claims Twelve Lives in Sumter County damage
Later advices confirm Saturday cyclone devastation in Sumter county. A dozen people died with Brackstock village academy wrecked and Prosperity reported destroyed.
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Murdered Wife Deprived of 2900 in Robbery
Cincinnati dispatch reports Mrs. Mary Dewar found murdered at 150 Hasternave. Home broken into and robbed of 2900. Fire fight saved adjacent properties on Court street from spreading after sheds burned. losses 460. Feud case in Judge Walker's court involving Jeremiah Sanders and Francis M. Tomlinson over maize disputes. Various brief notes on yachts, legislation, and baseball chatter.
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Indianapolis Eyes Move to Interleague Play
The Indianapolis baseball club, led by President Brash, weighs joining the International League or moving to the Interstate Association. Dispatches from New York report invitation and debate over eight vs ten clubs, with leaders like Robison and Schmidt resisting, while Terre Haute and Evansville push for Indianapolis in the Interstate.
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Woman makes suicide attempt at Southern hotel
Mrs Nat C Goodwin drunk carbolic acid at the Southern hotel in St Louis on Sunday night and remains in a precarious condition. The cause is not yet known. In other news a boiler maker Thomas Cox fractured skull at Kingans packing house after a fall from scaffolding.
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