Diners in Barcelona Theater Terror as Anarchists Bomb Lyceum
At the Lyceum theater in Barcelona two anarchists on the gallery threw bombs into a packed crowd during William Tell causing a chaotic rush to exits. Fifteen killed initially, with dozens injured. arrests made as police condemn laxity. A second blast in Bancrenona wounded many, including several ladies, with a French and Italian suspect seized. The incident sparks fears of further violence and potential military involvement.
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Barcelona
Spain
Lyceum Opera House
Santander
Hmb
Bancrenona
Pallas
Gen. Campos
State fair premium payments stuck as board seeks funds
The state agricultural board struggles to pay premium winners at the state fair. Secretary Kennedy is besieged by claimants while treasurer J A Wildman says bonds on Morton place are the only hoped source, but no funds are available yet. The situation risks exhibitors who helped make the fair a success. A bundled ad touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for rheumatism.
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State Agricultural Board
Kennedy
J. A. Wildman
Morton Place
One Irian on Trial for Attempted Killing in Gypsy Camp Fight
Cecil Bunnell faced a criminal court trial for assault and battery with intent to kill Ambrose D. Hedges after a knife attack during a dispute over wages. The case ties to a summer confrontation near the river and a later fatal blow that killed Dan Gaddis in Whitestown. Witness Alice Kimball testified, noting Hedges wounded and lying in shock.
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Cecil Bunnell
Ambrose D. Hedges
Dan Gaddis
Bunnell
Indiana Ave
Hedges
Burnell
Gaddes
Gaddis
Cupaics
Whitestown
City
Boone County
Alice Kimball
Coroner Beck to Witness Post Mortem in Cincinnati
Coroner Beck travels to Cincinnati on Wednesday to witness a post mortem examination of W. F. Collard. Collard died after falling from a Denison hotel window on the night of October 10.
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Beck
Cincinnati
W. F. Collard
Denison
Executive committee plans midsummer meeting and local notices
The Western Association of Writers convened at Bates house club rooms to set a midsummer meeting date and program. Plumbing inspector Judd issued a warrant for J. B. Hall for plumbing without a permit and in violation of ordinance. Maywood saloonkeeper Michael McCann pleaded guilty to selling liquor on Sunday and was released on his own recognizance. Geo. Heidt pleaded guilty to selling liquor to a minor and paid $20. Tramps infest the northeast city near L., E. & W. tracks. Frank Robinson and wife faced insults after a neighborly visit. Irving W. Coburn, nephew of Gen. John Coburn, hospitalized for insanity after marriage. Jno. D. McCamish jailed on vagrancy and burglary-tool possession. two accomplices fled. Supreme Court voided saloon screen ordinance in Steffy v Monroe City. Amanda Mayme files for divorce from Johkk alleging seduction and lack of support. seeks custody and alimony. Flora A. Hoffman sues Chas. Hoffmann for cruelty and custody of three children. Attorney Clay Allen seeks perpetual right of way for Michigan Ave and Morris St bridges to electrify lines, with indefinite use but no perpetual grant. Other notes: local ads and laundry/shirt deals included.
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Judd
J. 8. Hall
Hinglish
Michael McCann
Maywood
Geo. Heidt
Frank Robinson
College-ave
Independence
Irving W. Coburn
John Coburn
Indianapolis
St. Joseph
Jno
Supreme Court
Sylvester Steffy
Monroe City
Steffy
Histnoe
Amanda Mayme
Joha
Mt. Vernon
Flora A. Hoffman
Chas
Hofman
Panhandle
Clay Allen
Citizens’ Street Railway Company
Michigan Ave
Morris St
Haughville
West Indianapolis
Rapid Transis
Doomed Doctor Takes Prussic Acid in Presence of Sweetheart
Dr P A McKinney a talented young physician swallowed prussic acid in front of his sweetheart Daisy Dame and died instantly. Bought despondency after losing his job at Stocker’s Chatham place drug store driven by drinking, he had opened a museum of anatomy earlier and invested in it. He left Cleveland parents a year ago and was observed to be wavering before the act. The body will be shipped to Cleveland for burial. Maud White, a resort keeper, died by morphine at 184 West Market Street after a long troubled life. Thief stole two rings and her handbag soon after death. police noted the lack of further clues as other courtesans claimed ignorance. White had quarrelled with lover George White and had recently been heavily in debt.
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P. A. McKinney
Stocker
Chatham Place
Kirs. Harms
Park Ave
Miss Dame
Baud W White
Maud White
W. Market St
Misa White
Geo. White
Michigan-st
Fouta & Fitzhugh
Water in City Wells Contaminated by Surface Drainage
City-chemist Hurty reports four surface well samples across South-side, eastern, and northern districts show contamination from surface drainage and unsuitability for use. Analyst Harry notes the majority of surface wells should not be used. Also includes Indiana weather forecast for 36 hours ending 8 p m Nov 5, 1893, predicting cloudy weather Wednesday with possible southern and central rains Thursday.
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H Hurty
Hurty
Harry
Indiana
Judge Winter Admits Testimony On Circulars In Somerby Case
In a lengthy session the iron hall case moved slowly as Rowland Evans testified about circulars and leaflets linked to the Somerby order. Plaintiffs seek to show printed pledges promising payments to certificate holders to prove insolvency and justify continued receivership. Defense argued authenticity and authority, while Evans showed many circulars originated without official backing in multiple cities. plaintiffs failed to prove all circulars were officially issued.
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Iron Hall
Rowland Evans
Somerby
Howe
Evans
St. Paul
Supreme
Walker
Tanner Denies Official Customs Collector Appointment
Geo G Tanner says he has received no official word from Washington about any appointment to the customs collector post. He noted newspapers only know of the matter and he would accept if offered, though he is not a candidate. Hawkins credits political pull but adds the role needs strong business talent.
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Geo. G. Tanner
Tur Son
Tanner
Washington
D. Hawkins
Saloonmen Convicted For Sunday Liquor Sales
Albert Dank, at 2503 Meridian St, was convicted in police court of selling liquor on Sunday. He was fined $25 and costs and sentenced to 30 days in the workhouse, with an appeal filed. Henry Cline, a Massachusets Ave saloon keeper, pleaded guilty to selling after 11 pm and was fined $10 and sent to the workhouse for five days. The judge stressed enforcement and warned violators. a prominent Democrat was implicated as the purchaser.
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Albert Dank
Meridian St
Henry Cline
Massachuseatts-ave
Cline
Stubbs
Bamgs
Toughe
Gentvoller Trusler Attacks City Health Board Vouchers
Gentvoller Trusler returns unsigned vouchers to the Board of Health with a terse note. He questions $26 for ambulance corps uniforms and a few dollars from the emergency fund for repairs. He warns that current spending will exhaust the fund and criticizes a $40 tree expense at the city hospital as non emergency and inappropriate.
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Gentvoller Trusler
Board of Health
McKinley Sweeps Ohio and States Rally for Republicans
Early returns from Wednesday show McKinley winning Ohio governor by about 60,000 and Republicans capturing the legislature. Statewide tallies indicate Republican gains in Pennsylvania New York Iowa Massachusetts and other states with Democratic losses in several key areas.
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McKnley
Ohio
Ring Rale
York State
Pennsylvania
McKinley
Iowa
New York
Staynard
Cook County
Kansas
Nebraska
Colorado
Massachusetts
Detroit
South Dakota
Virginia
Kentucky
Maryland
Boston
Greenhalge
Hamlin
Frightful Runaway Fatality Predicted for Farmer James Brown
Frightful accident at Vermont and Past street leaves James Brown near death from skull fracture and lung injury while his daughter Mrs Jenner suffers a broken shoulder blade and internal injuries. his five year old granddaughter escapes unhurt.
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James Brown
Vermont
Baatste
Lawrence
Tasgachusetts Ave
Union Station
Jenner
California
Past-st
Hare
Chas. Smith
Residents complain over brick pavement in Michigan Street
Citizens along Michigan Street between Blake and Indiana allege poor brickwork by Minnehaha paving company. City Board of Public Works calls for engineer inspection to determine deficiencies and whether to withhold acceptance. W. A. Duke, ex-city hall janitor, loses last month’s pay amid dispute. witness testimony questions his courthouse duties. Case taken under advisement.
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Citizen's of
Michigan-st
Blake St
Indisna
Sna Board of Public Works
Minnehaha Paving Company
W. A. Duke
City Hall
Court House
Painters Likely To Strike Over Wages
The painters met Tuesday night and formed committees to press bosses to revoke a five cent an hour wage cut. Committees visited several bosses Wednesday, who refused to concede. A union meeting was set for late Wednesday to vote on action. Indignation ran high as over 800 workers face strike odds.
Rys meal offered at Van Pelts Baltimore Methodist store
Baltimore Episcopal Methodist notes Rys meal a laxative sold at Van Pelt's. Simmons Liver Regulator is praised for its claimed superiority, containing southern roots and herbs said to aid liver diseases.
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Rys
van Pelt’s
Baltimore Episcopal Methodist
Simmons
Providence
Union Co-Operative Laundry Notice
Notice announces a price reduction for laundering shirts starting November 6, 1895. It promises best quality, prompt calls and deliveries, and provides telephone 1763 plus addresses 128 440 and 142 Vitgnta Ave for Union Co-Operative Laundry.
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Union Co-Operative Laundry
Olson Attacks City Appointments In Strong Rebuke
Olaf Olsen denounces the new city administration with scathing remarks on appointments. He laments his campaign efforts for Denny, faults nearly all appointed officials, and admits he was an ass during the mayoral push. He cites Scott as a qualified exception and condemns Trusler and Sleyer.
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Mr. Olsen
Olaf Olsen
Denny
Scott
Board of Works
Trusler
Nonenity
Sleyer
Night Owls and Grand shows blaze through city halls
The Park-Lights o London continues with strong audiences at the Empire and Grand Tuns, as "The crust of society" closes Wednesday and "Texas steer" opens Thursday for Excelsior division No. 48, U.R. EK. of P. Tickets bought through members aid the division. The chrysanthemum show opens with Mayor Denny's welcome and floral prizes awarded to Charles Wheatcraft for best rose and Fred Dormer for best carnation. A list of upcoming Flower Mission Fair performers is announced, with Marlon Sterns, Zelda Seguin Wallace, Enrique Miller, Angela Maxwell, Will C. Stone, Joan L. Geiger, and star appearances by Scalchi, Campanini, Nordica, Maud Powell, Isadore Luckstone, among others. The Dramatic Club performs Tuesday night.
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Empire
London
The
Park
Excelsior Division
U.R. EK. of P
Denny
Er. G. Hill
Richmond
Mmayor
Charles Wheatcraft
City
Fred. Dormer
Lafayette
Marlon Sterns
Zelda Seguin Wallace
Enrique Miller
Angela Maxwell
Will C. Stone
Joan L. Geiger
Mme. Scalchi
Sig. Guiseppi Campanini
Isadore Luckstone
Miss Maud Powell
Sig
Guiseppi Campanini
the Dramatic Club
Paris Named Wealthiest City and Odd Customs
A quirky roundup notes Paris as the wealthiest city, Uncle Sam overseeing 5000 banks, corsets allegedly made for men, and a historical nod to beard taxation long before Paffer. The items present a collage of curious, era-spanning facts and humorous observations.
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Paris
Uncle Sam
McKinley in 96 Enthusiasm Lifts Indianapolis Republicans
Indianapolis Republicans celebrate Ohio results with a special train to Columbus to honor McKinley’s Ohio win and expect him to be the 1896 Republican nominee. City leaders like Mayor Denny and lobbyists declare the victory signals a Republican triumph, while commentators weigh the tariff issue and national prospects.
Cyclone Threat Reaches New York As Tariff Talk Advances
The report notes a cyclone heading toward New York by sixty miles, British troops claim a victory over the Matabele in South Africa, and Washington figures discuss election impacts on tariff plans. Embezzler F H Weeks pleads guilty in New York and is sentenced to ten years at Sing Sing. Cabinet members avoid election discussions as the president shapes his tariff message. House Ways and Means committee members say election results won’t alter tariff changes in contemplation.
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Cyclone
New York
South Africa
Washington
F. H. Weeks
House
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Western Association of Writers
Bates House Club
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L. Elder
DR. McHkinney
Winter
Thersh P Trusler
Board of Breath
Harth
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Senate
Phennsylvania
Pritapelpura
Morrison
Maynard
Court of Appeals
Palmer
Judge
MeKkinley
Neal
Chicago
Columbus
State Senate
Houge
Toreks
Omaha
Holcomb
Supreme Judge
Harrison
Iowaa
Das Moiins
Jackson
Grannd
Tomlinson Hall
Odds and
Mkinley
McKinney
Buckeye
Col. Holloway
Meiniey
Tom Taggart
Sun
Myron King
Smith
Democratic Party
A. L. Wishard
Jos. M. Rica
Eax
Duckworth Club
Grand Hotel
Cincincinnati
NeBinley
Hamilton County
Augusta
the Chronicle
Calossus
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