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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1897

Page

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Cigarettes and Read Yellow-Backed Novels At Larissa Front

Fresh charges of cowardice and incompetency target Crown Prince Constantine of Greece as Greek forces fight on the Graeco Turkish frontier. Reports from Larissa claim the prince smoked and read novels while battle raged, with women and children ejected to clear space for him and dispatched horses. Greek soldiers, though praised for pluck, are said to lack strong leadership as officers abandon battalions. Crete’s fate looms with talks of union with Greece and a provisional government after troops withdraw. A Greek loan of 6 million drachmas is cited, with negotiations hampered by slow guidance from powers.

Paris Marti Conardice Crown-prinse Constantine Greece Velestinog Hhe Volo Amilicar Cipriani Teader Athens

Suit Over Insolvent Firm Crushes Sturtevant Estate

The Union Trust Company sues in superior court seeking recovery from Annie E H Sturtevant Nellie Carter and others after the 1847 death of Arthur H Sturtevant. The receiver alleges multiple misappropriations totaling over 16,000 and asks damages from partners and insurers to satisfy creditors.

Tnion (Rust Company Trust Company Recviver A. ST. Sturvrenant & Co Arthur H. Sturtevant Wm. A. Chew Chas. P. Berl Sturtevant Annie E H. Sturtevant Nellie Carter Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York Supreme Council al Arcanum Northwestern Rotravelers’ Association Tts Chew and Berk Mrs. Sturtevent Mutual of New York Royal Aacapum Northwestern Travelers’ Association

Notable deaths and a courthouse arson incident emerge

Janitor in Randolph County West Virginia set a basement fire with kerosene causing total loss and no insurance. Ranaldo A. Gibbon, noted Mexico City writer and former secretary of legation in Washington, is dead. Senator Joseph H. Earle of South Carolina also dies amid crowded race with McLaurin and Attorney General Barber leading contenders to succeed him.

Randolph County W. Va Courhouse Ranaldo A. Gibbon City of Mexico Washington Joseph H. Earle South Carolina Congressman McLaurin Barber

Deputies to Be Replaced If Civil Service Rule Holds

United States attorney general rules deputy U S marshals are not civil service and must be filled from classified lists. Indiana district deputy Kercheval says he will replace current deputies with Republicans if the policy stands and cites home men as reliable workers. In Indianapolis, deputies John E Foley Jeremiah Foley and Chis P Taylor would be affected, appointed at the start of ex Marshal Hawkins term by President Cleveland.

United States Attorney-General Washington United States U.S Kercheval Indiana Tom Indianapolis John E Jeremiah Foley Chis Tayior Hawkins Cleveland

Secret meeting seeks Curtis resignation as silver faction debates mayor bid

A secret Thursday gathering, described as the whitest metal advocates meeting, proposes a five member committee to press Chairman Curtis of the Democratic city committee to resign. Millard F. Cox stabilizes the group, while Franklin Tanders and others clash over positions as Thomas Taggart’s mayoral prospects loom. Democrats align with a silver plank for the city platform amid ongoing feuds and a looming leadership reorganization.

Curtis Democratic City Committee Tron Hall Howev Millard F. Cox Cox Franklin Tanders Geman Gold Franklin Faws Romus F. Stuart T. J. Johnson Andrew Bruce Tenry Neeson Thomas Taggart Thomas Mr. Waggart

Supreme Court limits railways in bus line siting at stations

Friday the supreme court ruled that railway companies may designate the location of bus lines at railway stations in the case William H. Lucas versus Wilkey R. Herbert of Knox county. The court refused a new hearing in Helen Gougar versus Lafayette election officers who barred her vote. In Manard O. Weakley versus William R. Wol the court ordered a brief filed by June 1. A railroad receiver reported for 1896 showing a 13 794 73 surplus after dividend. A Vandalia train killed Berre Garrett near Ben Davis, body sent to Connersville. coroner noted crushing injuries.

Supreme Court William H. Lucas Wilkey R. Herbert Knox County Helen Gougar Lafayette Manard O. Weakley William R. Wol Shelbyville B. O. Hopkins Peoria, Decatur & Hivansville Railroad Peoria & Pekin Union Railway Connersville Berre Garrett Ben Davis Richardson Garrett

Doctor Hiram Gastor Appointment Hours Listed

The notice shows Dr. Hiram Gastor at 988 Massachusetts with visiting hours 9 to 10 a.m. 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 8 p.m. Sunday 9 to 10 a.m. The piece presents a concise schedule for patient appointments and availability.

Hiram Gastor

Insurers Fight State Tax Board Over Policy Tax Powers

A legal clash unfolds in circuit court as John and others sue the State Board of Tax Commissioners seeking an injunction to halt taxation of paid in insurance policies. Attorneys spar over constitutional authority and the legislature's refusal to pass a bill taxing policies, with sarcasm and procedural debates shaping the lengthy morning session.

Ventas John Smith Air Chambers Bari Severdens Wetehar Smit Eeyvornh

Stone in Court for Assault Attempt in Tuxedo Park

A four and a half foot boy named Stone, described as half-witted and homeless, faced a grand jury after an alleged attempt to assault a resident of Tuxedo Park on Thursday afternoon. The incident stirred local residents, and the girl's father, Wm HM Bryant, intervened to prevent possible mob action. Stone has prior police court appearances and may be sent to an institution.

Stove Berenys Tuxedo Park Frid Stone Tie Bhlim Sone Institution Puxedo Bryant

Mrs. Kereener Dead Wife of Local Restaurateur

Mrs Te Kershner wife of Will Kershner well known restaurant man died Thursday night from a complication of diseases at her home 224 N Delaware. She was 29 and daughter of W F Tester. A small son survives. Funeral Sunday in charge of Undertaker Whitsett.

Te. Kershner Will Kershner N. Delawarest W. Fr. Tester Whitsett

Pardon Appeal For Young Haughey Sought By McKinley

The appeal seeks presidential pardon for Theodore Haughey a seven year old who allegedly endured sentence to shield his son Schuyler Haughey from punishment in connection with the lootings of the Indianapolis national bank. Meanwhile officials investigate the Monticello state bank failure tied to the Logansport State National Bank collapse as an appointed receiver is expected. The Gentry dog show moves to Madison and Morris with events planned Friday and Saturday despite earlier bad weather.

McKinley President McKinley Theodore Haughey Schuyler Haughey Indianapolis National Bank Madison Ave Morrisst Merri

Local Board Delays Asphalt Contract Amid Bid Fuss

The Board of Public Works seeks new proposals for repairing the city streets after uncovering bid irregularities against Germe-Kentucky Asphalt. Local firms claim undervaluation and inferior materials while attorneys argue for tighter specs. The city engineer's satisfaction clause may shift incentives as bids reopen.

Board of Public Works Awio Germeo-Kentucky Asphalt cCompina Ring Noard of Public Works

Wind and storms lash Indianapolis with damage and injuries

A fierce wind storm in Indianapolis toppled tents at a dog show injuring several, felled a Ben Far sign, knocked a window at the senate chamber, and caused damage across Market and Penn streets. A messenger boy fractured a leg, a streetcar line lost service, and a court case involving Mrs Christina Morrison was postponed. Lightning damaged a house at 561 Weghorst street, while Rambl er bicycles are advertised as sturdy with new pricing at Bird Co.

Afr. Tabor Tuuttte Indianapolis Marion Jamies Kurrews Market Stevensoon Flo Brightwood Clifford Columbia-ave

Applause for Prof Arens Opens May Music Festival

A May festival opening in Tomlinson hall drew a large audience despite bad weather. Prof Van der Sueken directed the chorus and orchestra as solos and choral pieces, including The Swan and the Skylark, earned enthusiastic ovations. Featured performers included Mr Strangela Davies, Mme DeVere tfapio, Oli Willard Pierce, Miss Sara Langton Welker, and Mr Evans Williams. The choral work attracted the loudest acclaim amid a fashionable audience. the program highlighted Wagner selections and a string of solos and duets.

Ff. X. Arens Tomlinson Hall Th Sentlemen Mphony Strangela Davies Davies Mme. DeVerefapio Mozart Paris Helena Oli$ Willard Pierce Indianapolis Sara Agton Welker Feuraps Evans Williams the Flying Dutchman Lila Russell Sara Layton Walker Morris Meek Frangeron Davies Wallhala E.beingold Die Miescersinger

Hat and goods bargains span Danbury shops

Kreitlein leads shoe line while Rubens offers misfit suits that fit. Robert Drake sells fine creamery butter and Isaac Gall showcases lace curtains and carpets. Saks & Co. and The Arcade push best offerings as Badger stores hold curtain sales and Original 23 store advertises hat sales tomorrow.

Danbury Kreitlein Rubens Robert Drake Charles Mayer & Co Albert Gall Saks & Co Badger Messenger New York Eagle Wasson Maguire Granger People’s Outfitting

Turbulent Havana Reports Stir Spain U S Clash

A Havana rumor claims Spain will safeguard the consulate and Gen Lee as U S policy under McKinley nears change. Hanna criticizes the Senate action while Washington orders funds for Cuban relief and warns against political interference.

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