Ohio oil foes move to Indiana amid tax and litigation talk
In Buckeye State discussions circulate a rumored plan to shift Standard Oil operations from Ohio to Indiana, including Toledo Mansfield Lima and Cleveland connections. Rumors link Attorney General Taylor with action against the Standard Oil Trust as state suits and rival Brooks Oil Company cases loom, amid broader tax assessments and potential cross state moves.
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Ohio
Indiana
Comne
Toledo
Mansfield
Lima
Impany
Cleveland
Standard Pany
Whiting
Taylor
Standard Oil Trust
Statehouse
Taylor & Woods
Brooks Oil Company
Standard
Monnett
Supreme Art of the
United States
Ohio Oil ‘Company
Ohio Oil Company
Standard Oil Company
Ihe State Board of
Astor praises war as great ad for America
Col. John Jacob Astor, back in New York from Europe, says the war advertised the United States to continental nations. He notes many believed the U S was isolated until victory over Spain changed their view and that American manufacturers will gain orders from Europe.
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America
Astor
New York
John Jacob ‘Astor
St. Louis
Europe
United States
Kid McCoy Seeks Finish Fight With Fitzsimmons or Jeffries Winner
Denver May 22 Kid McCoy announces he will challenge the winner of the Fitzsimmons Jeffries bout for a final fight in Denver. He plans to travel to New York for the big fight and deposits $5 600 to secure a finish match with the victor. He says he will make the challenge at ringside.
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Denver
Col
Kid McCoy
T'shall
New York
Fitzsimmons
Jeffries
McCoy
McGiffert Letter Read. Denies Charges Amid Applause
In Minneapolis on May 20, the famed McGiffert letter was read and he denied all charges. Dr. Penhallegan urged care for retired ministers, calling it a disgrace to Christendom that many receive only about $200 annually.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Saturda
McGiffert
Awas
Penhallegan
Whipped in public at New Castle jail
Fifteen men received from ten to twenty lashes each at the whipping post in the New Castle jail on Saturday. The public flogging drew a large crowd and occurred in Wilmington.
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Wilmington
Del
New Castle
Bank directors publish news of marriages and divorces
Samuel Insull the millionaire plans to marry actress Gladys Wallis. Judge Hall of Meridian Minnesota grants eight divorces in eight minutes. John Coy of Buffalo perishes in an explosion. Des Moines man H M Robertson dies in Minneapolis at a conference. Rockhill Washington figures in a church leader’s new bureau post. Henry Henry faces poultry dispute as J P Willette is stabbed by Abe and Israel Lewis.
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Samuel Insull
Gladys Wallis
Judge Hall
Meridian
Minn
John Coy
Buffalo
N. Y
Season finale schedule features Riley program and guest artists
The final week offers performances including Riley’s program with Romance for violin by Miss Bernardt and readings from Annals of the Poor. Other acts include Hoosier verse by Mr. Riley and songs by Mr. Riley with Miss Schelischmidt and Karl Schneider. Seats are available.
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Itcomb Riley
Art Assais
Riley
Auction of Herrmann magicians estate draws top New York sale
The late Alexander Hee Herrmann's Whitestone estate museum and vast hoard were auctioned in New York, featuring 159 jewelry pieces including a diamond watch gifted by Alexander II and items from emperors, plus silver, ivory carvings, weapons, cloisonnes, Vienna enamels, minerals, paintings, clocks, and mahogany dining sets. The catalog listed jewels, watches, rings, brooches, and a vast array of fine collectibles valued at over 250000 dollars.
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Alexander Hee Herrmann
Whitestone
S. 1
New York
Herrmann
Alexander II
Russia
Mporor Dom Pedre
Pateke Philippe
Alphonse XII
Spain
Brazil
Napoleon
Vienna
Minerals and Stoses
Vernis Martin
Seville
Napoleon III
Indianapolis Market Prices for Meats and Groceries
A May report from Indianapolis lists abundant meat prices including hams bacon sausage and lard, with values for smoked meats, cured meats, and fresh pork. It also covers vegetables fruits canned goods and dairy, plus fish, spices, flour and drugs, and coal prices, reflecting a broad daily bill of fare.
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Indianapolis
California
Indiana
Mc Donald Sues City for 35 680 Damages in False Arrest Case
Henry M. Mc Donald of the Chicago platform democracy sues New York City seeking 35 680 damages for false arrest and imprisonment after a prior arrest over checks used for campaign expenses. The item notes a medical ad for Hopac Sarsaparilla claiming blood enrichment.
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New York
Henry M. McDonald
Chicago Platform Democracy
Big Four Route Ironically Brings G A R Traffic to Terre Haute
Special tourist and veterans service note for Terre Haute Indiana May 23 to 25 1859 detailing Big Four trains from Indianapolis with multiple daily departures and special G A R trains. Rates include 2 45 and 1 45 from Indianapolis with listed timings both ways and a Tuesday May 23 special carrying principal members of G A R W R and Ladies groups. Tickets at Big Four offices Washington Street and Union Station.
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Terre Eaute
Ind
Bemnaud
Indianapolis
Terre Haute
Indianaplis
Grand Army
W. R
Streight Circle
Indianapolis Light Infantry
Big Four
Washington St
Union Station
H. M. Bronson
H Selz & Co. to Sell Entire Stock in Indianapolis Sale
Indiana's largest wholesale clothing house H Selz & Co was forced from its Anderson store and moved to 18 N Meridian Street Indianapolis. A 21 day closing out sale begins May 25 at 9 AM with large discounts, including suits from 2.98 and coats from 2.98, plus thousands of items and mail fare paid on $45 purchases.
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H. Selz &Co
Indiana
Anderson
Indianapolis
North
Meridian Street
Washington
the Circle
N. Meridian Street
Sietson
Ellen
H. Selz & Co
Perfumes In Stock Highlighted Forchie Fragrance Range
A retailer touts a full line of perfumery items including toilet waters soaps sachet and powders. The copy emphasizes the quality and popularity of their perfumes noting they attract friends as well as acquaintances and that now is an ideal time to buy.
Local Stock Offering From The New Telephone Company
The New Telephone Company offers limited stock to Indianapolis residents, not more than ten shares per person. Six percent dividends guaranteed for five years by The Union Trust Company. Stock sale capped at 400 000 dollars, with 250 000 dollars held in trust to preserve control for original owners. Call or address for particulars.
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New Telephone Company
Indianapolis
Union Trust Company
Old Nurse for Children Ad Claims Mrs Winslow Syrup
Advertisement proclaims Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as an ideal teething remedy for children. It asserts the syrup soothes teething pains, softens gums, relieves wind colic, and cures diarrhea, priced at twenty five cents per bottle.
G. A. R. Encampment Special Train Tickets Offered
The Terre Haute and return and Vandalia Line offer $1.45 fare for travel to the G A R encampment with return validity to May 27. Tickets on sale May 22 to 24, trains from Indianapolis 12 45 pm May 23, and special and regular trains will stop at the Fair Grounds for passenger discharge and pickup. Special return trains from Terre Haute Union Station depart 5:30 pm Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Fair Grounds
Grand Parade
Indianapolis
Terre Haute Union Station
W. W. Richardson
Fall Meal for 10e at Ormonde Dining Room
Daily business lunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Ormonde located at 16 West Pearl Street. Ladies’ lunch served on the second floor.
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Our
Ormonde
W. Pearlst
Sewing Machines at White Office on Washington Street
Jos. C. Pfleger offers all kinds of sewing machines at the White office located at 322 E. Washington St.
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White Office
Washington St. Jos
Pfleger
Do Not Forget the Old Reliable Union Co-operative Laundry
Classified tease urges sale of Union Co operative Laundry with contact number 1269 and a promotional nudge tying it to THE SUNS popular Li fure content.
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Reliable Union Co-operative Laundry
Rail Schedule Fragments Show Cairo Vincennes and Chicago Trains
Train list shows arrivals and departures for several routes including Greensburg Cincinnati Chicago Vincennes and Toledo. Notable services include Vincennes Express Cairo Express Indianapolis Mail and Express, with times ranging from early morning to late evening.
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Frank Lin
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Herrman
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Ideal Guid
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Ridgewood
Jersey
Marion Clue
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Seling Prieas
Timothy
Kentucky
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Winifrede
Raymond
Blossburg Smithing
Kanawha
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Piver, le Grand
Lundborg, Crown
Chas, Mayer & CO
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G. A. R. Encampment
Terre Haute and
Retaurn
Vandalia
the Union Trust Company
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Majestic
Gregory & Appel
Indianapolis Gas Co
Indianapolis Union Station
Vandalia Line
Fast Express
Effingham
Idlantic
Fast Line
Reese
Cleveland, Cincinnati, Chicago & ST. Louis Railway
Cleveland Division
St. Louis Division
Cincinnati
Greensburg
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St LL. Mail
Chicago
Lim
Louisville
Indianapolis & Vincennes Railway
Cairo & Vincennes
Vincennes Express
Cairo Express
Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton Railway
Lake Erie & Western Railway
Toledo Express
Moxon
LD. & W.r’y. and
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Chicago Express
Hewes
St. L. Li
Fast Mail
Western Express
Sun
Anderson & B. H. Ex
Cleveland Mail
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Union City & W
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B. H. & Anderson
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N.Y
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Peaater
Lafayette
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C'ti & Wash
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Michigan Division
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Wabash Accom
Ritch
Daudler
Michigan Expresss
Peoria Division—West
Peoria
Columbus & Cin
Western Sapress
Champaign
Hx. and Mail
Peoria Express
Peoria Division
Columbus
Springfeld Express
Springfield & Columbus
Pittsburgh
Chicago & ST. Louis
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Richmond
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Evening Express
Indiana, Decatur & Western Railway
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D&p
Monon
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