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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1889

Page

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Fourth Edition reporting revolt in reform school

A dramatic escape attempt erupted at the female reformatory as six inmates armed with knives and improvised weapons surged from cells. Guards captured the insurgents after a fierce confrontation, with superintendent Keeley and assistant Mrs. Johnson reportedly frightened by the uprising.

Miss Neeley Johnson Henrietta Haynes Haynes Mon Keeley SUN Wers She Jaime

Funeral of Justice Matthews Held in Washington

The funeral of the late Justice Stanley Matthews occurred at his Connecticut Avenue residence in Washington with family present including Mortimer Matthews, a Cincinnati lawyer, and Miss Jennie Matthews soon to wed Justice Gray. Honorary pallbearers included supreme court justices and court messengers. The burial proceeded to Glendale for interment in Spring Grove cemetery. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. Dr. Hamlin of the Church of the Covenant, a church President Harrison attends.

Washington Stanley Matthews Connecticut-ave Tse City Dr. Hamlin Church of the Covenant Harrison Justice Matthews Mortimer Matthews Cincinnati Jennie Matthews Gray Glendale Spring Grove Cemetery The Supreme Fault

Bargains in broken sizes at Geo Binnott’s store

Bargains in broken sizes offered with low prices from $1.60 to $2.00 per pair of boots. Customer invited to visit Geo. P. Binnott at 16 North Penn Street to try on fits and see if items can be accommodated.

Ani Oes Geo. P. Binnott North Penn

Governor's Replexe in Insane Hospital Case

The Insane Hospital Commission dispute involves Governor Hover and the Attorney General contesting a mandate to issue commissions to new trustees. Respondents claim the act is unconstitutional and improperly enacted, with issues over veto, authentication, and executive power. The case cites election of trustees, procedural flaws, and contested authority.

Joseph L.argon Va Alvin P. Hover the Insane Hospital Michener Chas. T. Griffin John H. Gillett Circuit Court Board of Trustee Secretary of State S. T. McGovney General Assembly

Judges Rule Inheritance Case Amid Courtroom Turmoil

Two superior judges agreed and one dissented in a mandamus case over the Bighat and Curtis Wills. Howe and Walker concurred that the bills are unconstitutional while Taylor dissented. The court, amid a courtroom buzz, found the acts to curtail self government and empower a board with broad powers, with appeals planned for Monday.

Court House Superior Court Madamus Bighat Curtis Judicas Howe Walker Taylor Tiwar Dudes Wicker Dundee Police Fire Departments Munievent Uneir Feay Hafield Wes ‘Ainst Maryland Board of Control Debi Logland Retannl New York Smith Sedge Taylor Juestion Ludge Howe Curtis and Bigham Jawa Bigham Jindre Howe Blackstone Thomas Colbert Aricharet Hind Pitt State House Gov Horas Hawes Sts Supreme Court Gilletta Tt Ft Econ Tne Secretari-cf-etate Griffin Bowe Walker Fee Lembhke Seckwalter Ne Esson the Sentinel Corncimen Cummings Darnell al- Cerman Tousey Harry Holt Hanny Ba Bandis

Court Decision Sparks Mixed Public Reaction Across City

The superior court ruling drew mixed approval from residents, with Judge Howe’s opinions praised as masterful. Bigham attended the courtroom as Taylor read the decision, while local officials offered varying interpretations and predictions on constitutional validity and future appeals.

Police Circles and Courts Shake Indiana News

In police circles the ruling is seen as a knockout to nonpartisan foes, deserters, and the old force, with many surrendering badges and maces at the station. Rumors on federal judiciary changes sparked excitement as Judge Howland and others weighed new appointments, while the state’s loan deal proceeds with Wins ton Lanier & Co. handling the German Insurance bid.

Howe Colbert Supreme Court Parolmen Kain Wilson Laporte Travis Wooda Matthews Supreme Bench Eliott Indiana Supreme Court Danial Waite Howe Superior Court Howland Indiana SUN Police Board Board of Control General Assembly Winston, Lanier & Co New York

Disaster at Sea Loss Reports Two Dead from Steamer Collapse

Reported New Years to March 23, wreckage and two bodies recovered from the steamer Colorado, linked to the Congerva wreck near Bvuard. Investigation suggests the Congerva foundered with all hands after sailing for San Domingo last Tuesday amid factional fighting in Kentucky. In Barnsesville Kentucky, a Sunday fight between the Lowider and Turner factions left Jay Turner and Steve Hewitt dead, with a pitched battle expected Monday.

Colorado Congervia San Domingo Barnsecesviin Lowider Turner Jay Turner Steve Hewitt Hiakessis

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