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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1895
Page
1
A union painters lockout ends as the union agrees to work with non union workers and bosses promise to rehire all union men temporarily. A strike of about 150 city molders looms, with delegates still seeking commitments from employers.
San Francisco attorneys for Theodore Durant claim new testimony supports his alibi. A Market Street hairdresser says Minnie Williams, a regular customer, left the shop at 8:25 p m the night of the Emanuel church murders. Durant attended a church social at Rev Gibson's at 9:15 p m, making it unlikely he could have reached the crime scene by 8:50 and then returned to the pastor's home within 23 minutes.
Catherine Hamilton Callen wife of J F Callen died at the family home 86 N Liberty street after a three week illness from spinal meningitis She was 21 and granddaughter of Col McBride A musician she had begun several compositions One child a two year old son survives The body will be taken to Corydon Indiana for burial with funeral Friday.
Augustus Knapp, train master of the Big Four P. and H. division for 14 years, died at the Grand hotel Tuesday night about 9:30. His illness was stomach congestion from grip and he leaves a small son. He was 43.
Two masked men halted a Wells Fargo stage coach Tuesday afternoon between Callistoca and Clear Lake and escaped with 1200 dollars in cash. The robbers looted the treasure box. exact take from the box is unknown.
The Sun notes courtroom whispers and railings for judges desks amid calls to curb forward lawyers. May 8 reports Gov. Turney inaugurated with large regional turnout. Also on May 8 Lorenzo Armstrong, a wealthy New Haven resident, dies. Emergency notes on injuries from Friday explosion and victims Brenneman and others.
The preliminary trial of Fulton Gordon began in Louisville on a murder tied to his wife and Archie Brown, son of Gov. Brown. The case centered on Gordon’s suspicions after letters to servant Perole Mitchell and a compromising missive from Brown, leading to the fatal resort encounter. The trial, halted by testimony issues, may affect prosecutions by the families involved.
Washington buzz centers on a meeting of Thos C Platt Charles Fos R A Alger Samuel Fessenden A C Payne and others at the request of Senator Quay The group reportedly opposes Harrison and backs Reed or McKinley with others noncommittal Their plan includes blocking Harrison at the convention and presenting many favorite sons to boost the anti Harrison effort.
A long line formed outside the supreme court on Wednesday as spectators waited to hear the final argument in the income tax case. Attorney Shellabarger, for the Moore appeal, sought permission to present a brief oral argument before the full house.
Three people died when twenty dynamite cartridges exploded in San Caros Mexico on Wednesday wrecking several buildings. A two year old in Holliday avenue inhaled concentrated lye from an open box but survived after medical aid. Aboard the asphalt board controversy Mr Denny and Mr Holton spar over Bernadez Trinidad Newland products. Wm Henry Roll of Savannah faces bail after a failed suicide attempt at the Park hotel in New York City.
William Bruning testified about dealings with William Copeland in a Madison court case over a serious shooting. Bruning described their conflict rooted in accusations of robbery against Copeland’s sister. He recounted a confrontation at Copeland’s house and the later office shooting where Copeland struck him with a pistol and Bruning showed a lead bullet later retrieved from his mouth.
In a rural crowd setting the federal grand and petit juries convened. John B. Conner of this city was on the grand jury but released. J H Hooker Rollin H McCrea and Chas F Sayles of Indianapolis join the petit jury. Judge Baker charged the grand jury about whisky violations and the Coffins Haughey case along with Madame Jubber the New Albany clairvoyant. Madame Jubber will plead guilty and seek mercy. Percy Coffin says a telegram from Frank promises his trial when able to travel.
On May 8 coal country reports quiet streets but tense mood as Elkhorn miners hold a mass meeting while Norfolk & Western receivers warn the public against interfering with company men or property. In Bellaire Ohio tensions ease yet operators offer higher wages and forecast West Virginia coal being halted at the Baltimore & Ohio boundary amid cross-state labor solidarity.
The east bound Lake Erie and Western freight derailed south of Cena Ohio on Tuesday night. Thieves identified as O Berely of St Marys and a tramp named Finch of Portland Indiana were killed. Injured were Geo Anderson of St Marys and William Cupe of Portland. They were stealing a ride.
Ex mayor Grant and his bride sailed from New York to Southampton aboard the Teutonic on Wednesday marking the start of their honeymoon voyage.
Johnnie Simcox repeatedly claimed heart disease to avoid moving from a police cell. A patrolman threatened to saw off his leg with a carpenter’s saw, provoking him to stand. He was later brought to court, where Judge Stubbs fined him $1 and warned he could return to the workhouse to mend.
Washington notes Congressman Hitt rests easier while local society pages list exams at Girls' Classical School and a Women’s Foreign Missionary Society session. A 96-year-old widow, Nancy Forsythe, dies. a Loyal Legion gathering heads to Fort Wayne with notable attendees. Marion county battalion planned for encampment. a glass goblet theft leads to fines. mayor William John Wallace honored with a crayon portrait. several arrests after the yellow bridge incident. numerous marriages licenses and local ads conclude the item.
The piece notes gossip about “Silver Dan” Voorhees hoping to win reelection to the senate with western Indiana backing. U S Marshal Hawkins, a close ally, says Voorhees will run if the legislature remains democratic. Hawkins reports western Indiana favors free silver over gold or bi metallic standards.
Clara Thomas age 34 and P S Sims age 50 were found together Tuesday night at Minnie Miner’s resort on Illinois Street. They claimed to travel from Cincinnati to Chicago and initially said they were married. Clara received a $5 fine, Sims $10, as Minnie Miner faced closure and potential prosecution for the establishment.
May 1 2000 rioters seize property at the finois steel works in South Chicago. 400 machinists face 1 200 strikers. Police charged with drawn revolvers as rocks and clubs fly. Eight officers injured. Jack Sherwood seriously harmed. Ed Shokes and others hurt. Additional riot report from Grand Crossing as sixty police dispatched amid fears of bloodshed.
In Washindron the president plans a summer executive office at Gray Gables to handle all public business. Preparations are underway for ongoing work there and a possible early departure as heat rises. In Springfield Mrs. John A. Logan seeks a $30,000 appropriation for the widow of Wiltshire and for Hitt and Logan for aiding the 1860s tax-related legislation.
In Wade Hill's saloon on W. Chio street, a Friday night brawl led to Higgins being accused of killing Wade. Testimony from John Venabie claimed Higgins struck Wade with brass knuckles. Judge Stubbs sentenced Higgins to 50 dollars and 90 days after cross examination amid tense courtroom exchanges.
Postmaster Sahm left at 12:80 for San Antonio to be gone several weeks to wind up his father’s business and enjoy a rustic stay among locals. He wore tan shoes despite Marshal Dawkins warning to hide publicly, while a deputy made a humorous illustration of his likely activity.
A display at the capitol on Wednesday showcased 82 fine black bass caught at Maxinkuckee in two days by Tom Carter, secretary of the state printing board, and Deputy state secretary Wright. Wright fishes each spring. the catch delighted many statehouse residents who sampled the haul.
Mrs Mary Rose died early Wednesday. She lived in Lebanon but formerly resided in Indianapolis when it was a muddy village. Survived by husband Jonathan Rose and two children Miss Annie Rose and Mrs Helen Van Dake. Burial planned in Lebanon.
Jersy City May 8 Paul Ganz convicted by a jury of murdering his sweetheart Clara Ann heim and asked for immediate execution. The judge refused and ordered the prisoner locked up. Funeral of Dan Paine held in Flanner Buchanan chapel with Rev. Lucas and Rev. Hyde officiating. Body sent to Cincinnati for cremation at 1 o clock. Attendees included Harding Ross Riley Dunn and a Press club committee. Pallbearers named Whitcomb Riley Ross Dunn Harding Perkins New and Cutting.
Forecast for Indiana covers 86 hours ending 8 p m May 9. Expect fair, warm conditions with elevated temperatures. The note mentions Wednesday night and Thursday, but details remain unclear due to fragmented text. Weather outlook emphasizes dry, sunny periods with rising or steady temperatures.
Albert Metzger attacks John P Frenzel and the German element over the manual training school dedication. He praises Otto Stechan and questions Frenzel influence. Rumors link James Cruse to selling school board property. Cruse denies candidacy and backs Roth for district 7.
Charles King sues the Pennsylvania railroad for 15000 dollars after a July 25 1893 collision eight miles east of the city left one son dead and the other badly injured while both horses perished. The suit argues the men could not hear or see the train due to high embankments.
Stephania dowager duchess of Roxburghe, a lady in the bed chamber of her majesty, died of bronchitis Tuesday at Loxton. Susanna is named in the obituary.
WIRE WHISPERS reports the death of former Governor Weston in Manchester NH. Also noted are Chester Cup winner Kissalaghan in Chester England, and a series of brief items including jockey Fitzgerald license, Pennsylvania bill to probe Philadelphia municipal affairs, Senator Lodge denying a misstatement about Reed, and a postponed European trip.
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