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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1896
Page
1
The piece surveys Indiana county and state race dynamics with figures like Robert Bagby planning a senate bid and Coroner Castor weighing a return. It notes Republican infighting, potential defeats over workhouse management, and Democrat strategizing amid a looming presidential clash and possible Harrison senate bid.
The upcoming school board meeting will elect the superintendent of schools, superintendent of buildings and grounds, and the librarian. Current holders Goss Aly Cyafeara and Browning are expected to be re-elected amid minority opposition to Moura and Goss. Allegations of waste in repairs and supplies, plus criticism of supervision and economy, dominate the dispute with references to Indianapolis and Morgan County politics.
Scripps-McRae league special from Adelphi borough Kentucky reports four men attempted a burglary at J Goodfriend store. Dave Goodfriend fired through the door killing Lem Henderson of Knoxville as the others fled. two were captured later.
Patterson New Jersey March 26 Edward Leslie 47 a member of the Leslie snow plow manufacturing firm committed suicide Thursday morning by taking laudanum. He had been worrying for weeks over vexatious lawsuits. His family reside in Canada.
Washington March 20. Secretary Olney received a cablegram from U S Minister Smyth in Port au Prince announcing the death of President Hipployte Dhad. No further particulars provided.
Health officers continue to search for a man who cleared sawdust from Physio-medical college rooms yesterday and is believed to have taken refuse matter from human remains and bones, later dumped on W Vermont street dumps. A receipt for payment to the college authorities names the man, who faces prosecution if identified.
An advertisement notes Easter hats at Brs Parkhill Falks for lowest prices. Hats are trimmed free when goods are purchased, located at 47 Clinonis Street, Indianapolis, March 24. Ben Harrison praises the American Encyclopaedic Dictionary as a valuable reference book.
The American Federation of Labor executive council met and adopted bold eight hour day resolutions. Carpenters and horseshoers will lead the first push on May 6 asking employers to set eight hours. a general strike could follow if refused. Headquarters relocation to Chicago was discussed due to local lax unionism. plans urge nationwide wage workers to unite and press employers for voluntary concessions.
The article notes the stone masons' international union plans to adopt the eight-hour work day, signaling broader momentum in the irresti ble movement toward shortening industrial hours and improving labor conditions.
Philadelphia March 26. New details show the dead girl, living off Langdon’s bounty and posing as his niece, was romantically involved with another man, Fitzsimmons a wealthy West Chester jeweler. Langdon remains jailed while police seek a motive for her death amid suspected poisoning.
The council finance committee met on Wednesday night to review Controller Johnson’s proposal to appropriate funds for extra electric lights. They decided not to report favorably, arguing more money is needed and noting the Board of Works already knows its needs. Johnson tells The Sun the committee misunderstands the timing and rights issue, saying three months have passed and the $2408 could cover more rights.
Three Pittsburgh area men Wm Janson, Charles Warner and another car repairer were killed when a shifting engine pushed a train against their car in the Pennsylvania railroad yards at Walls station. A widow survives Warner and another man. Maria Wetherby, 27, declared insane after hysterical illness and opium use, is confined at City hospital and claims relations with Grover Cleveland. She alternates between hope and despair and fears for her safety as she is cared for by a female nurse.
Next week in public schools marks spring vacation with teachers and pupils in good spirits. Elkhart’s Home Loan and Savings Association, capital stock 200900, was incorporated Thursday. Gov. Matthews’ condition unchanged Thursday. Train travel in and out of Indianapolis remains light. local lines hold but below last spring due to bad weather. Henry Smith allegedly fired a revolver at John Van Hoy Tuesday. case continued to Saturday. Government began weighing rail mail cars Wednesday, across the nation, on a three year cycle, by civil service eligible weighers. Chay Loucks, before Judge McCray Thursday, charged with assault on Mrs Attie Shelby. case appealed from Justice Sears. Advised by Judge McCray. Second water wells advertised by Chas O Allee and Frank Butts. Sweetheart Mine waltz song by Isaac Doles advertised from Indianapolis.
A March 26 dispatch from Waselington reports conferees on Cuban resolutions agree to senate versions ending debate. The House is expected to approve the report quickly. A proposal to restore free and unlimited coinage at 16 to 1 is offered, with plans to bar treasury bond issuance until action. Naval budget debate continues in committee, focusing on new warships and torpedo boats.
A Havana dispatch reports the Bermuda and two expeditions have landed near Mariel and Varadero Beach in the past week. The cargoes include ammunition and equipment, fueling rebel guerilla warfare while authorities in Havana conduct mass arrests of political suspects.
A report claims Alonzo Walling will turn state's evidence in Pearl Bryan's murder, but that is denied. Under Thran tnots We ling law he cannot testify for either side unless charges against him are dropped or he is acquitted, and Jackson's trial occurs first, making Walling unlikely to appear in court during Jackson's proceedings.
In Los Angeles Cornelius Van derbilt and associates arrive by special train and tour Santa Monica. Dr Depew dismisses takeover rumors of Central Pacific, citing private management and a focus on an efficient line to California. He singles out Morton as the only viable candidate for the nomination if Morton falters, signaling confidence in their choice.
Attorney John Spahy seeks a venue change for the coming assault and battery with intent to kill case of Alonzo Rooker against Emma Peel. Affidavits from prominent citizens claim bias due to Rooker’s prior acquittal for his wife’s murder. Judge McCray to hear counter affidavits as the prosecutor contests the motion.
An explosion at the Brunner mine in Wellington on Thursday morning killed five miners and buried sixty others with no hope of rescue. Rescue operations were underway but hampered by dangerous conditions.
Thomas Manion was arrested Wednesday on charges of aiding the assault in the Hetherington and Berner murder case. His trial was continued to April 1. Percy Miller, suspected of throwing a rock that struck Patrolman Slate during the W Washington Street riot last Saturday, is under arrest and will be tried next Tuesday along with other rioters. Slate believes he has Miller, who says he was out of the city at the time. The thirteenth annual oil paintings and water colors exhibition will be held at the Propylaeum from May 1 to May 93 inclusive. Artists may contact Mrs. E. F. Hades at 142 N. Meridian for conditions. The Art Association seeks to make this year’s exhibit the best Indianapolis has seen.
Advertisements note hardwood mantels and grates by Jno M Lilly Fails Millinery touts chiffon trimmed hats under three dollars at 47 Illinois street highlighting value in home goods and fashion.
Jno M Lilly offers original artistic marble mosaic floors at moderate prices. H L Spiegel is the maker located at 316 H Vermont st.
A Spanish force attacked Santa Clara Wednesday night aiming to seize the arsenal. Col. Segura reports capture of the rebel camp at Higuanea and the enemy suffering many wounded. government troops occupy the valley. 125 rebels wounded found in camp. A separate note mentions a deadly incident in Marion County and a fire destroying part of the White block on Memorial square with $60,000 loss.
A Washington dispatch reports a rare event as the Chinese embassy translator and attache Chung received the master Mason degree at Federal Lodge No. 1 in New York City Tuesday night. The ceremony highlighted by its unusual guest and the significance of the honor in Masonic circles.
Riotous Spanish students burned an American flag in Barcelona on Wednesday afternoon. The day’s events followed a joint conference of house and senate committees on Cuban resolutions, which failed to reach a conclusion. The piece also notes Britain may adopt a penny postage system and advertises Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a money-back claim.
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