Prediction and money surge in election bets across states
New York voters see heavy wagering on Roosevelt and Van Wyck with Croker betting 50000 on the Democrat. Wall Street and stock exchange betting shifts toward Roosevelt while leaders forecast varied margins in New York city and statewide races. Reports from Raleigh Boston and Jacksonville note anticipated outcomes and party expectations.
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Hoosevelt
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W. C. Taylor
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Var Wryck
Capitol Gas Blast Wrecks Supreme Court Area
Washington, Nov 7 The extent of damage from the gas explosion in the capitol Sunday night is not yet known. Officials expect repairs may cost about 40000 if foundations are affected. The Supreme Court bible and records from 1792 to 1832 are endangered, with the library heavily damaged by fire, smoke, and water. The court may sit temporarily in a Senate room while crews repair the central area.
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Stone Expected to Win Pennsylvania Governor Race by Large Plurality
Philadelphia reports indicate Republican William A. Stone will win the governor’s race by a large plurality. Ex-Postmaster General Wanamaker leads independents in a strong challenge. Stone likely ~425,000 votes, Jenks 365,000, Swallow 175,000 with Republicans sweeping the legislature and Quay likely to retain his seat. Democrats may take six Congress seats and contend for four more.
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William A. Stone
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Swallow
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Ohio voters wary as off year election looms
In Cleveland on November 7, both major parties show apathy amid off year expectations. Democrats bank on holding six congressmen and ganar four more, while Republicans foresee losing two seats though district details remain unclear. Hanna faction may have proposed a post election truce with Kurtz-McKisson allies, though not confirmed. Mayor McKisson predicts the entire state ticket will win including McKinley Hannamen and the secretary of state candidate.
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Minnesota anticipates election outcome hinges on Swedish vote
Reports from Republican headquarters in St. Paul indicate anxiety over the results though claims are made for the full ticket. The key factor is how the Swedish population votes, with South Dakota showing a close race and North Dakota partly conceding parts of the ticket to Republicans.
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Supreme Court to Use Capitol Library Rooms
Economical minds propose repurposing rooms once housing the congressional library in the capitol for use by the supreme court. The idea aims to economize and reorganize federal spaces amid government spending concerns.
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Indianapolis Man Fatally Hurt Boarding Freight Train
John Glick of Indianapolis was mortally injured when he fell under freight cars while attempting to board an I V freight train in Gosport Sunday evening. He was alive Monday morning. His wife, Mrs. Glick, was found washing at 1607 North Missouri Street and said he was 46 years old and had deserted her nine months earlier with four children.
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Twelfth body removed from Wonderland theater ruins
Detroit officials say the twelfth body was recovered from the Wonderland theater at 9 AM Monday. The victim is unidentified but suspected to be Charles Mielke. The injured are reported to be progressing and expected to recover.
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Charles Mielke
Weather Outlook for Indianapolis 36 Hours Ending Nov 8
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity calls for warmer fair weather through Monday. Monday night will be fair and cooler with increasing clouds and possible showers by Tuesday. Early Monday temperatures ranged from 33 at 7 am to 50 at noon and 54 at 2 pm.
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Indianapolis
Secret meeting fuels Indiana election rumors and money claims
A sub rosa gathering at the Grand hotel sparks Democrat Republican accusations over vote buying and large campaign spending. Marion county tactics, inspector edge, and comments by Gurley Brewer and Sam Ralston highlight a tense race as counties prepare to vote and officials debate who will oversee ballots.
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Indiana
Reverend Hunter Targets Indy Saloons in Civic Reform Call
Rev R V Hunter of Seventh Presbyterian attacked saloons and moral decline in Indianapolis in a paper before the ministerial association. He argued liquor and vice corrode society, urged churches to lead reform, and condemned Sabbath desecration as unbecoming. The audience applauded without a dissenting voice.
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Mrs. Geisendorff Dies in Boston After Stay With Daughter
Mrs. Alice D Geisendorff a long time Indianapolis resident died in Boston on November 5 She had gone there last year to live with her daughter Mrs T N Brush hoping for health improvement The body arrived in Indianapolis Monday and funeral services will be held Tuesday at the home of her son Edward E Tilley 870 West New York Street
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Election forecasts across states with close races
In New Jersey Foster Voorhees claims a 5000 lead for governor while Smith projects Crane win by 2000 to 3000. Democrats seen gaining seats and likely controlling the legislature. Delaware Hoffecker may edge Handy as Democrats loom to hold Gray. Georgia favors Democrats with 11 House delegates. Alabama statewide for Democrats with one district uncertain. Mississippi Democrats poised for full delegation. Connecticut Republicans expect a slightly reduced majority and Hawley likely reelected to Senate.
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Congresman Handy
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Hoffecker
Gray
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Nixon Secre tary Sees Republican Lead in Marion County
Lee Nixon states Marion County leans Republican by 3500+, predicting Overstreet win by at least 2800 over Bailey. Report notes doubt among old politicians and mentions Bailey’s free silver stance amid gold Democrats. Nixon recounts ejecting two panhandlers from a campaign room after they asked for “the price.”
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Overstreet
Marion County
Bailey
Cotumn
Faris
Mrs Edward Cox Dies in Indianapolis Visit
Mrs Edward E. Cox died at Millard I. Coxs home in Indianapolis after a five day illness from pneumonia. She leaves two young children and a husband, editor of the Hartford City Telegram, Edward E. Cox. The family includes several brothers in Indiana journalism. Funeral in Peru planned for an undetermined date.
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Suppers and Results Night at Roberts Park Church
The Woman's Home Missionary Society of Roberts Park Church will host a supper Tuesday evening followed by a literary and musical program. Members plan to receive election returns in the church parlors, offering business men a pleasant social space while awaiting results—a new idea for Indianapolis.
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Fire damages two Capitol avenue stables in morning blaze
A small fire began mysteriously in Joseph Haffe's stable at 815 S. Capitol ave about 10 a.m. Monday causing $50 damage. It spread to Isaac Sagalowski's stable at 817 5 S. Capitol ave, resulting in another $100 loss.
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S. Capitol-ave
Isaac Sagalowski
Probate commissioner approves 893 claims against Parker estate
Probate commissioner O'Bryan has allowed 893 claims against the estate of Thatcher W. Parker, who ran a furniture business and has been dead about a year. The total of the claims amounts to $10,000.
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Wabash local notes and incidents update
In Wabash Rev Dr Charles Little begins year 27 of pastorship at the Presbyterian church. Nell Jones of Roann 157th regiment beat a traveling man on a Big Four train denouncing McKinley. William Shields near Elko shot neighbor’s son James Ellison after a gate dispute. Shields, a seventh day Adventist, faces local annoyance. Wawasee inn at Lake Wawasee leased by a Chicago headed syndicate led by C J Wiggins. not to operate as a club next year. Laporte J R Purcell dies Sunday night from heart trouble. he served as city marshal for 12 years.
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Roann
157Th Regiment
McKinley
Wiliam Shields
Elko
James Ellison
Shields
Lake Wawasee
C. J. Wiggins
Chicago
Laporte
J. R. Purcell
Voting Prognosis Across States For Tuesday Elections
Reports from Washington and state capitals show Republicans and Democrats claiming varying majorities. Predictions include Republican gains in the Senate and House, with state contests in New Hampshire Virginia Illinois Rhode Island and Tennessee indicating expected party outcomes and possible district shifts.
Runaway Couple Caught In Elopement Case
Eben D. Braden and Mrs. Minnie Wilson, both of Indianapolis, were arrested in Louisville on elopement charges after Braden’s wife attempted suicide months earlier and Braden moved out all furniture from their home. Wilson’s husband James B. Wilson denied the accusations. Braden had pursued Mrs. Wilson while living apart from his wife. The case follows Braden’s previous affair and the wife's earlier attempted death.
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Eben D. Braden
Minnie Wilson
Indianapolis
Jacob Mathias
Braden
Chicago
N. Capitoleave
Wilson
Resting place found for Hazel Miller in Martinsville
The body of Hazel Miller, left by her father H. B. Miller near Brightwood, was buried at Martinsville on Sunday. The State board of health granted permission to Van Sickle, the child’s uncle.
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H. B. Miller
Brightwood
Martinsville
State Board of Health
van Sickle
Divorce suit alleges wife used abusive language
George E. Hicks sues for divorce citing abusive language by his wife. Other items note Mrs. C. E. Kregelo's upcoming return from California on Tuesday, and that Mr. and Mrs. re have taken the R.O. Hawkins rent on Capitol Avenue. Katherine will visit from California with 38r elo.
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C. E. Kregelo
Chaifornia
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