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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1892
Page
1
A harsh literary critique targets Abi Jackman's sensational tale My heart's darling and its scandalous scenes. The column then shifts to W. P. Fishback arguing against asphalt paving, criticizing Board of Public Works and urging support for cedar block streets as a longer lasting, cheaper alternative.
C H Pinkham Jr former Harlem Bank president was arrested in New York on charges of misappropriating seventy thousand dollars of bank funds. Bail set at seven thousand five hundred. Bank president Porter said Pinkham helped organize the bank in 1888 and lived well. he borrowed on worthless securities. No statement from Pinkham.
John G. Carlisle states he is not seeking the presidency. Idaho Republicans in their platform ignore Harrison, endorse Blaine, and push free silver. Bill Mahone blocks Virginia Republicans from instructing delegates for Harrison.
Amusements note Reed and Collier stage a reversible play Hogs Hoss with shifting halves. Crowd-pulling Park Holden comedy company promises A W Fremont next week in 7777 a plot heavy drama about a southern gentleman reclaiming his rights after ordeal with shifting scenes and complicated situations.
In Washington on May 7, discussion covers Depew's political viability amid labor opposition to monopolies, with growing belief he cannot win New York. Also reports on Yel lowstone park stock issues, Whiting’s river and harbor amendment, Chinese exclusion regulations pending, and rumors of Carlisle and Cannon for an international monetary conference.
Disclosures Saturday about Bank of Harlem mismanagement linked to ex President Pinkham caused alarm among depositors across Harlem banks. The Bank of Harlem prepared to open late to reassure customers. 20 to 30 appeared seeking deposits, while cashiers stated sufficient funds. Plans to consolidate with Hamilton Bank await state examiner approval as ex president Pinkham remains jailed at the Tombs.
In the Board of Public Works office a shoe-blacking outfit funded by five cent weekly subscriptions from six clerks is led by Sardonis Vesuvius Perrott. A letter reports an impromptu meeting where it was decided to double his share due to the vast size of his feet, risking bankruptcy for the group.
Fragmentary OCR note shows Anda Onild to preside at a May event in Osan Nebraska with unclear details. Names and places are tentative due to garbled text.
Charles Stokes, a Chicago crack, visited Indianapolis cyclists and J. H. Poorman from Cincinnati joined local dealers. The Indianapolis road club plans a Sunday 7:30 morning ride to Plainfield. Zig-zag club rode to Danville during a tornado and Walter Linn, age 12, completed about a 60 mile trip. The L A W funds road improvement and editor Isaac Potter travels promoting mud roads. A local dealer blasted an article misrepresenting bicycle profits as 4 million yearly with 50 percent profit. the real business struggles with 12 city dealers and tight margins.
Miss Mattie Hairl of Tipton Indiana, called the mysterious woman of Tipton since 1872, dies leaving a village full of rumors. Neighbors suspected her of crime, with hand cars, alleged counterfeiters, and nightly counts of visitors to her home. Detectives failed to solve the mystery before her death, and she was buried by charity with secrets and legends surrounding her life.
A 2700 debt on the Knesses Israel temple is to be wiped out via family nickel boxes placed at homes with weekly contributions by every male member. So far nearly 1000 has been raised, with loans to be repaid from burial lot sales and other sources. The article notes Jewish customs on ten-person congregations and mourning, and disputes a proposed lecture course intended to attract prominent speakers to Indianapolis.
A county committee including Wilson, Will V. Rooker, and W. P. Fishback studied using typewritten legal documents. Dr J N Hurty found typewriter inks fade and lack permanence for legal records, though indelible ribbons showed durability under chlorine exposure, with several ribbon samples tested.
Florence Alabama May 7 a span of the Memphis Charleston bridge over the Tennessee river collapsed Friday sending a freight engine and five cars into the river. Five men were aboard the train brakeman Hamlett was killed two others badly injured and the rest escaped with minor injuries
Burrano May 7 Louis Damphire Buffalo theater proprietor probably fatally shot by his wife amid domestic troubles Wife arrested. Cigarmakers Strike shows no change with workers meeting at Arbeiter hall no action taken. manufacturers hoped to hire outside workmen unless old guard returns, which strikers reject until their scale is met.
Indiana political watchers report Gov Chase’s reduced campaigning as Porter and Huston maneuver for the gubernatorial nomination. Rumors say administration support could back a Porter candidacy, while northern delegates may outnumber southern ones at the convention. Local figures, including Judge Buskirk and transit clerk Joe Brown, feature in a broad snapshot of party maneuvering and public life.
Citizens’ fear of council opposition blocks sale as Shaffer interests push for electric service from Virginia to Haughville and West Indianapolis. An ex-councilman argues the franchise is transferable within its life, while Attorney Winter contends non assignability. The Sun notes the South Side stands to gain and urges ward councilmen to support the transfer.
Tuer Sun noted that a trust once denying gas due to shortage now installs connections if customers pay 20 to 40 dollars per connection. The plan, seen as a ordinance violation by onlookers, prompts Southside committees to canvass and meet at the Indianapolis company offices. Simon Yandes reportedly threatens to connect regardless of the bonus demanded.
In Manchester on May 7, the roof of the McIntosh rubber factory collapsed burying many workers. By noon ten were rescued all badly injured, some fatally. several bodies remained beneath the rubble with undetermined final count.
Judge Brown postponed ruling on the Panhandle injunction and McDonald will case due to court business. Henry Wendell was taken to the poor house after a violent roadside arrest. Three youths—Henry Asbury Ed McKean and Sylvester Jenkins—pleaded not guilty to stealing 465 from farmer John Newhouse and were remanded for trial. Street paving petitions failed to secure enough signatures. Saturday’s ball game was postponed. St Paul’s team stayed at the Grand. Victor Jose became club secretary with Peoreay Igoe resigning. Hick Carpenter may be released. The Gray club met and appointed a transport committee for about 100 members to attend the national Democratic convention in Chicago. An attempted revolution was noted among local members.
Ottawa Marseilles Lasalle Peru and Utica face rising rivers and levee stress as floods sweep Illinois. Electric lights and gas are out, communication relies on boats, and manufacturing districts lie submerged. Destruction disrupts power, transport, and work with days of relief anticipated.
Berwin Victor Jagger strom, head of a prominent commission house, and his brother were found Friday night in Thiergarten. The former lay dead from a revolver shot, the latter unconscious after a failed hanging when the rope broke. No cause is known for the act, causing great sensation.
Sanitary officer Burns arrested a man named J A Rose after a house moved on Coburn street left grounds unhealthy and a vault or sewer blew across the premises. Rose claimed his wife Mrs Rose owned the property. Burns learned he was divorced nine years ago and apologized while seeking Mrs Roses whereabouts.
Late Friday night Marshal Cavanagh arrested and jailed Mayor C K Tharp ex Clerk Jos Lacy and Chas G Serrit editor of the Gazette for intoxication. Mayor Tharp resisted and the marshal struck him with his mace knocking him insensible.
In May 7 report Altoona Tyrone and Houtzdale were visited by counterfeiters. Harvey W. Keith and J T Moffatt arrested at Brisbin after leaving Altoona. Silver and paper counterfeit money found in their room. Bail default led to jail.
In Albuquerque New Mexico on May Gould is reported well and has sent eighty messages by telegraph to his son George.
Classified notice seeking active agents in the city to solicit applications for a home insurance company. Positions involve field sales, commission based pay, and immediate start. Contact details not provided in readable text.
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