28 May 1890
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1890
Page
1
A colorful extract recalls Horace Greely the burro, mine exploits, and mountain danger. Manager Hopkins and John Dickson recount burro lore, diversions, and a fatal explosion on Moly Cross mountain, plus notes on Senator Tabor, Leadsville wealth, and mining mishaps.
Misa Elizabeth Morris, daughter of Evan Morris, a Pittsburgh coal operator, left Pittsburg female seminary with George A. Humphries. The couple secretly married after eloping from Girard to Pittsburgh, where they lived briefly in a hotel. The Morris family learned of the marriage from the sister and may seek reconciliation with their daughter.
The May 23 report from Maryville Tennessee states C. H. Wilson was murdered by Dr A J Hannum after a quarrel over a girl. The article also notes a Tennessee grand lodge election with officers named and installations, and mentions Dr Mortimer Slocum who died in San Antonio after an insurance settlement.
A 1000 dollar tax rebate claim by Frank McWhinney was delayed in judiciary committee then reported favorable but a clerical error led County City Clerk Perrott to issue and cash a warrant for the amount. Councilman Myers noted the mistake and the warrant was drawn in error. The piece also notes madams declared insane Eva Everhardt and Ollie Hoane, and small notices from Holy Land workers in Union depot. A fire on Illinois street destroyed two frame houses insured for one and two properties. Otago bank affairs worsen with a 75 060 shortage and no recovery expected.
In Corydon Indiana on May 28 at 1 am a mob of 20 White Caps attacked Lucy Noyes and Jane Flay forcing them to open a door. They bound the women to trees and flogged them until blood flowed and they passed out. The assailants departed after robbing the victims of their dignity.
The clipping reports a market stall leasing dispute and a range of city matters. It notes a court case on a divorces, traffic accidents injuring a child, fines for domestic violence, and a string of municipal actions including street paving, a streetcar franchise issue, and preparations for a national union meeting. It mentions political club invitations, a marriage, divorce hearings, a Greenback party conference, and local crime convictions linked to counterfeit cases.
The Indiana paper reports Indianapolis aims to replace Galesburg in the Interstate League. Martin and Bruehivers discuss moves, with Indianapolis seeking top position and the pick of Galesburg players. A Thursday decision is anticipated as talks continue with league officials.
Samuel David, a supposed demented waiter, was arrested after a quarrel with Frank Woodfort over a white chambermaid. David seized a meat cleaver and struck Woodfort on the head, causing a dangerous wound. Woodfort fought back with a butcher knife. David could not make bail and was committed to jail.
May 28 reports that Mrs. N H Warwick wife of a Dayton business man will appear on the stage next fall with her husband’s approval. The note adds a brief summary of a counterfeit coffee incident and a habeas corpus case involving Flora M. Graham, with Judge Howe set to hear the matter next Monday.
James Dillon faked his death by disposing a deceased body near Alligator river after disappearing during a fishing trip. His wife claimed life insurance, but a found body nearly matched his, leading to a suit before Dillon reappeared alive and healthy, explaining he swam ashore and hid in swamps to secure funds.
Bud Renaud was discharged on two gaming room charges after Judge Sullivan found no conviction due to the gap between evidence and affidavits. The mayor cautioned the decision does not grant pool room legitimacy and noted the statute still blocks pool selling. Defense contends Renaud's business mirrors bucket shops and that money is forwarded to lotteries or racing pools.
London reports warn the government against provoking a further American revolution over the New Found land affair while New York notes Republican Senators clashing with the tariff bill as the World cites implications of possible indefinite postponement.
May 28. A special cabinet session weighed labor troubles and the choice to pacify workers or risk revolution. The report notes over 400,000 people affected and broader social tension across the country. The clock-makers strike shows no change, affecting more than 460,000 directly. A separate bulletin mentions oil production developments and anticipated Croker arrival in New York.
Washington waits as Conference Committee continues shaping the pension bill. The wholesale druggists endorse the pure drug and food bill. New York seeks 250000 for Grant monument. Harrison backs the Pan American bank idea. Senator Sherman revises stance on McKinley tariff, expects a new bill by July 1. Democrats' vote refusal on the customs bill is framed as a constitutional test of the speaker's counting power.
Tuesday baseball action shows Pittsburg beat Philadelphia 6 0 with base hits 6 0 for both teams and multiple errors. New York and Chicago tied 6 6 with 6 runs each, batteries listed. Boston Cincinnati game postponed by rain. Brooklyn defeated Pittsburg 17 7, New York 14 2 over Cleveland, Philadelphia 2 Buffalo 9, and Boston Chicago no game due to rain.
A circulating report claimed John H. Sullivan would return to Indianapolis to confront associates who betrayed him. An informed source doubted any future in the city. Kregele's ambulance rushed John Pierson from West Indianapolis to St Vincent's after a car works accident left him with a fractured skull. he is said to be about 41 and an employee of the Union Railway.
In Milwaukee on May 27 Bishop Kal zer proclaimed the church higher than the state and denounced Bennett and compulsory school laws as an outrage, urging the crushing of the Masonic order. The crowd responded with wild applause.
The article surveys regional baseball figures and teams. It mentions Geo Tebeau as a potential captain, Rhines with the Cin cinnati quitters, Tom Loftus coaching from the bench, O Connor for the world's championship talk, Gruber leading the players league in batting, and Harry Wright's serious eye issue. It also covers Cleveland league play, attendance figures, and unsettled Pittsburg NL club ownership questions involving Nimick and O Neil.
Public question stirs over whether the Liberty statue should keep the eagle perched on the figure atop the $250000 soldiers monument. Local reporters gathered opinions from officials, artists, and residents, with views ranging from keep it to remove it as inappropriate.
The article portrays the Indiana Soldiers and Sailors Home near Kaighta town on 140 acres with a large main building and multiple outbuildings. It houses 463 children, employs 77 staff, and supports 28 dairy cows, a printing department, and a brass band. It notes admissions pressure, impending expansion, and a policy gap for youths aging out at 16 with no guaranteed future homes or jobs.
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