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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 31, 1896

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New Hampshire Republicans Meet to Nominate Delegates

In Concord on March 1 7 the New Hampshire GOP held a state convention to choose delegates to the St Louis national meeting. Senator Chandler spoke praising Reed and protectionism, while urging silver restoration and a strong foreign policy. Delegates and alternates to the national convention were elected by acclamation, and the platform was adopted with a call for monometalism debate briefly noted.

Jim Reed St. Louis Chandler Concord WN. W New Flampshire Jewett Wor EF. Chandler Ile Stephen S. Jewett Laconia Rank Streeter James A. Wood Acworth Charles T. Means Manchester G A. Clark S. H. Gale Exeter C. Hutch Littleton Dester Richards Newport Ten. I. W. Rollins State Senate Putney Rollins

Supreme Court upholds murder verdict for Taylor brothers

Jefferson City March 81. The state supreme court affirmed the verdict and sentence against the Taylor brothers convicted at Carrolton of murdering the Meeks family. They will be hanged April 30.

Jefferson City U. P State Supreme Court Taylor Brothers Carrollton Meeks

Central normal college opens spring term amid large arrival

Danville Indiana March 31 The spring term of Central normal college opened Tuesday with over 200 students arriving on the westbound train Monday noon. About 900 students attended chapel exercises Tuesday morning, an unusually large opening day turnout. Weather forecast for Indianapolis area calls for cloudy skies with occasional rain through Tuesday night, cooler temperatures, then fair weather Wednesday.

Danville Ind Central Normal College Indianapolis

Second Water Wells

Frank Butts from 133 Indiana-ave lists phone 179L for water well services.

Frank Butts Indiana-ave

Man Poisoned by Rat Poison in Unconscious State

Richard Ash, a 68 year old laborer, was found unconscious with rat poison beside him on S. Timois street. After stomach pumping he revived briefly, spoke of a woman and West Indianapolis, and died at City Hospital about 1 pm. A note to Helen hinted at heartbreak and a doomed romance with Maggie Connors.

Ash Illingis St Robert Fulton Dle Fulton Patton Dea Slunter Maggie Connors Mr. Hunter Expross

Sanrancisco Dispatches Report Fatal Shooting At HQ

Dispatches from Sanrancisco say John Martin, driver of a patrol wagon, was shot while seated near central police headquarters. His wife, Susan Virgil Wilde Martin, after cruel treatment, fired three bullets and may die. Arrested, she showed no regret. She once lived in Indianapolis and was known as Susie Wilde a performer with three sisters. Her late husband was Marsh Adams of Old Black Joe fame.

Sanrancisco John Martin Central Police Martin Indianapolis Susan Virgil Old Zoo Susie Wilde Marsh Adams Joe” Fayne

Strikers End Large Shipyard Walkout in Bay City

The Wheeler & Co ship yard strike involving 1600 workers ends as enough men return to resume operations. Workers will receive wages by checks rather than cash, meeting the company’s demand and allowing the yard to operate about as usual.

Bay City Mich U. P Wheeler & Co

Rome sees archbishop Hennessey depart for home

In Rome on March 31 Rev. John Hennessey archbishop of Dubuque plans to return to the United States. It is probable that Rev Dr Tarney will be elected coadjutor to the archbishop.

Rome U. P John Hennessey Dubuque Tarney

Shoe Repair and Feed Ad for Janes Dustless Oats

Local ad offers shoe repair service with delivery by telephone at 1505 and promises best repairing at cut prices. Also promotes Janes Dustless Oats for horses, and mentions a Virginia address.

Virginia-zoo

Alcohol Poisoning Believed Cause of Coffman Death

Dr S. E. Crose reports large alcohol quantity in Mrs. Sarah Ann Coffman’s stomach to Coroner Castor. Death likely from alcoholic poisoning amid long illness. Coroner’s verdict pending as heart disease was suspected earlier. Relatives doubt cause and investigation ordered. Constantinople protest over Turkish governor’s arrest order ends with assurances for missionary work. Armenian relief letters warn donors against fraudsters seeking funds.

8S. E. Crose Sarah Ann Coffman Castor Philip Currie Constantinople AI. Cole Litlis Patriarvelh Asie Minor Amlinsy Freaudteue

Wallace Jr. moves for supreme court rehearing in apportionment case

Lew Wallace Jr files a motion in the state supreme court for a rehearing in his own behalf alleging time constraints on pending suits to invalidate apportionment laws. He argues the Hamilton and Marion county cases may be folded into Sullivan county to speed disposal and questions a previous ruling that an election can use the 5 5 law, contending the law is defective like the one struck down. The court has ordered briefs in support from the Democratic party, denied oral argument, and suggests directing the Hamilton circuit court not to proceed.

Lew Wallace, Jr Supreme Court Sullivan County Hamilton Marion County Hamilton Circuit Court Circuit Court Lismics Democratic Party

Cutter Silk Mfg Plans Assignment to Ex Postmaster

Hit a Financial Snag. The Cutter silk manufacturing company of West Bethlehem has made an assignment to ex Postmaster John Grield of Philadelphia. Capitalized at $100,000, it issued bonds for $100,000 on May 18. The plant is among the Lehigh valley’s largest. The company has faced financial and legal troubles for some time, and last year minority stockholders petitioned the court for a receiver appointment.

Allentown U. P.j Cutter Silk Manufacturing Company West Bethlehem John Jrield Philadelphia Lehigh Valley

Painfully Burned Child Burns in Neighboring Home

Nellie Buchanan eight years old, daughter of Joseph Buchanan of 125 Letcher Avenue, visited the Malone residence and climbed near a heater. Flames ignited her clothing, burning her left arm, hand, and side of the face. Rescue was swift and her father said she would recover by Tuesday morning.

Nellie Buchanan Joseph Buchanan Letcher-Ave Malone

Buried in Constantinople Mrs Mason’s Death Noted

The body of Mrs. Ernest Mason, who died March 23 following surgery, was buried March 26 in Constantinople. She was the mother of Ernest Mason, the linguist with the American Red Cross expedition, not his wife as earlier reported. Harper’s Weekly has been barred from entering Turkey.

Constantinople Ernest Mason

HOCK FULL OF SCHEMES IN MARION COUNTY STOPPAGE CAMPAIGN

A Good Citizens' League member says the sheriff and mayor may fail to stop Sunday base ball bail in Marion County prompting a governor appeal. If local options fail, charter section 100 would empower Bearcat commissioners to hire patrols at the cost of the city, with funds already being raised.

Marion County Good Cuizens’ League Matthews Villa SU

Strange death report linked to Pennsylvania man

A Pittsburg dispatch says a Wetter in Sydney reports L. F. Henns, alleged Pittshurser, died by self in Sydney suburbs. The description matches Maj. Ceyatecan BR Franks? of Lebanon area, previously a prominent figure, suspected to be a defaulter for a large amount, triggering a wider inquiry.

Maj Ceoy Ate Can BR Vrank Tlean Tlebanon Metil Eerocd? Tinhert JH. Coleman Prothenelars Lebanon County Isi

Man Slashes Throat In California House

Leonard Thornton, living with sister Mrs Billen in California, attempted suicide twice Monday night. A bleeding man dressed from head to foot in blood rushed into the dwelling, led to police, was taken to City dispensary and later to Mir hospital, where doctors say recovery is possible.

Leonard Thornton California Jos Mir

Suit filed against Premier steel by Indiana receiver

A suit was filed in the U S district court Tuesday by Receiver Hawkins of the old Indianapolis national bank against Charles W Devaun and John I McGet alleging two notes of 9900 each to the bank, closed in 1885. A separate suit by Receiver Hawkins against Joseph Jencks and Stephen Vietcher seeks 31015, with a 1000 judgment asked.

United States Erk Prelatereteel Reesiver Hawkins Indianapolis National Bank Ligan Charles W. Devaun John I. McGet John EK. MieGettigan Premier Steel Company Miguh Hawkins Joseph & Jencks Stephen K. Vietcher

Rome Struck by Ice Blockade Halting Mail Trains

Ice and wood blockades at Oriskany have halted rail traffic through Rome since 7 p.m. Monday, severing mail communication. Tracks at Oriskany are reported several feet under water, interrupting service to the city.

Rome N. Y U. P Oriskany

Passover observances and bolster of unions noted in city

Hebrews observe the Passover as holy week is marked by Catholic and Episcopal churches. The plasterers union reports 12 new members after a lockout. Police court mentions fan-tan gaining footing in Indianapolis society amid street chatter. Waverley bicycle ads planned at 250000 with 160000 for railroad sign painting coast to coast. Sarah Ti Miller sues for divorce alleging cruelty and threats. seeks maiden name restoration. WV Wilson to become general manager at Grand Hotel after six years at Bates House. prior hotel work in Danville Indiana.

Plasterers’ Union Indianapolis Waverley Bicycle Company Maine California Sarah Ti. Miller John M Sarah FE. Sanders WV. G. Wilson Bates House General m Hotel Civvics The Bates Danville Ind

Watch the When Window For THE SUN'S bulletins

Second water driven wells a specialty. Chas. O. Allee, shop 545 Virginia-ave, a residence 214 Hoyt-ave.

Chas. O. Allee Virginia-ave Hoyt-ave

Chinese Gambling Case Sparks Police Court Outrage

The Sun reports police indignant over the handling of a Chinese gambling raid in criminal court. Officers were not subpoenaed and witnesses arrived too late as prisoners were discharged. Sup t Colbert criticizes court practices and cites prior cases with similar handling. The raid occurred after midnight at a Massachusetts avenue laundry, where Celestials were found with cards and money, claiming a New Year celebration. CONFIR QD

Colbert Craft Capt Quigley Mulhall Criminal Court Supl Charles Hamlin Charles ‘Williams Adams Massachusetts Ave

Bermuda Cargo Landing Reports New Cuban Relief

Washington March 31. Cable confirms the Bermuda cargo landing the largest relief for the insurgents in ten days. Over 2,000 rifles 1,000,000 cartridges cannons and 12-pound Hotchkiss guns plus other war materiel. Also landed Gen Calixta Garcia 100 young men from top families and Gen Avelino Rosas with Col Jose Rodriguez and Dr Hernandez. Spanish report Weyler seeks more troops and Maceo defeat claimed with 72 killed and 300 wounded as rebels surrender in large numbers.

Washington U. P Bermuda Calixta Garcia Cardenas Miranda Laza Torrienti Poey Avelino Rosas Columbia Col Jose Rodriguez Dr. Hernandez Madrid Havana Imparcial Weyler Senor de Axcarraga Imparcials Maceo Tenerrias Guanes

When window THI SUN bulletins report designs for tile floors

The item notes tile floors with special designs by ano M Lilly. It also advertises a cold remedy Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets sold by druggists for 25 cents, promising a refund if it fails to cure.

THI Sun Ano, M. Lilly

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