Clamor over Fares Binds Teens' Campaign Promises
A Trades council survey of 45 candidate responses shows Gauss Olsen and 13 other council hopefuls pledging to secure lower streetcar fares. Several defeated contenders also voiced support or partial support, with Mayor Sullivan and others signaling positions on fare reductions and franchise value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trades Council
Sun
Cierent
Council
Frenzel
Mr. Olsen
Mr. Gauss
Gages
Rossman
Anton Schmidt
George R. Coulter
T Will
John
Hicks
Chas. Bushong
Jas. Costello
Jameson
W. &. Linn
Sullivan
Cnas
T. Bishop
Caytsay
Jan. Sanders
H. M. Firestein
Henry W. Laut
H. J. Ryar
Martin Murphy
W. W. Herod
Yep
Jno
Chicago Police Break Up Anarchist Meeting With Riotous Crowd
November 13 report from Chicago describes police and detectives raiding a saloon hall and a separate meeting venue. About 400 in the ground floor crowd were dispersed, 13 leaders arrested for inciting a riot, with Inspector Lewis vowing to pursue widespread arrests to end such gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CuHicaco
Greif
Chicago
Haymarket
Lewis
Col Don Piatt Dies in Cleveland Veteran Journalist
Col. Don Piatt, famed journalist born in Cincinnati in 1819, died at his Mac-o-Cheek home after a bout with grippe. He rose to prominence through Washington papers and founded Belford's free trade magazine in 1885. He later contributed a campaign issue series for the Cleveland Plain Dealer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland
Col
Don Piatt
Mac-o-Cheek
Grippe
Col. Pratt
Cincinnati
Washington
Belford
Cleveland Plain Dealer
China Quiet After Suppression of Rebellion
Report from Hong Kong dated November 13 says as of October 15 China’s situation improved with officials repressing agitators. The Nanking viceroy denounced missionaries’ alleged abuses while urging calm. A customs official Mason faced a British court in Shanghai for arms smuggling tied to the rebellion. Northern areas remained quiet as authorities hunted the Ketko Hun society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hong Koxg
China
Nanking
Chungkin
Mason
Shanhai
Tle
Honen
Yangteze
Brazil Civil War Threats and School Exhibit Plans
Dispatches from Panix and Loxoton warn of potential civil war in Brazil as factions clash, with troops and nationalist resistance reported. Meanwhile 15 state school superintendents met at a public library to plan a two-event educational exhibit for the world’s fair, fund raising via a one cent per student collection and staff levies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panix
Brazil
Loxtox
Fonseca
Rio Grande de Sala
Washington
Edward Taylor
Warsaw
E. H. Butler
Rushville
Lupts
Allison
Crown Point
Lane
Evansville
Jones
Indianapolis
Erwin
Fort Wayne
Williams
Franklin
Owen
Edinburgh
Ogg
Greencastle
Stultz
Jeffersonville
Harrison Divorce Case Highlights Farmstead Affair
Tilgman Harrison sues for divorce from Annie amid claims of marital strife on their Broad Ripple farm. He alleges John Deakyne’s affair with his wife, sightings in the smoke house, and a July incident when Deakyne and family left with the wife. Deakyne jailed on a separate horse-theft charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tilgman Harrison
Taylor
Tilzman Harrison
Annie
Broad Ripple
Harrison
John Deakyne
Deakyne
Three Men Crushed Under Falling Bridge Beam
New York reports three men badly crushed Thursday morning when a heavy iron beam fell from the Harlem river draw bridge. Rescue efforts are underway as officials investigate the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Harlem River
Local Notices From Friday Court and Registrations
Records show Sullivan's majority figures from two years ago and this year. Benjamin Hatfield, Ed Benson's Confederate in the assault on Thomas Born, received a two year prison sentence. Joseph Eckhouse fined for evading revenue laws by manufacturing untaxed whisky. A list of marriages and residents along with various family names and addresses appears, including Charles Bush at Mississippi and Washington Streets and multiple marriage licenses among local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Lashley
Eugene
Ind
Sullivan
Benjamin Hatfield
Ed Benson
Thomas Born
Joseph Eckhouse
Woods
Bikrus
William and
Hattie Cook
Frank
Lizzie Jones
Curtis
Emma Rogers
Winfield
Charlotte Jewel
Henry
Emma Hirschman
Patrick
Rose Freany
Samuel
Cora Pierson
Charles
Lilian Sheets
Mary Hackett
Fred and
da Richter
Richard
Louisa Pedlow
Dearus
Charles Bush
Mississippi
Washington-sts
Johann Blaskan
Michigan St
Martha Cain
W. Court-st
Charles Pugh
Malinda Coslum
Lavi Jameson
Millie Reed
George Clements
Maggie Clark
George Smith
May Norris
William Hickman
Mary Hisler
Stephen Kesler
Mary Myhan
Charles Thompson
Julia McNiff
August Merk
Barbara Klier
After the War Two Combatants Meet and Befriend Each Other
Capt. Samuel Hoover of Greensborough North Carolina recounts a hand to hand clash at the battle of Okaloma in Tennessee where a rider pierced his neck with a sabre. Postwar, Hoover learns a former foe named S S Hines aided his recovery in Nashville and friendship followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Hoover
Greensborough
N.C
Mr. Hoover
Boys In
Jen
Wilder
Okaloma
Tennessee
Muswell House
Nashville
Ray Vase
Hines
Necthern
Mills Denies Silver Plan for House Speakership
Congressman Mills rejects a report he would steer the House toward silver legislation if elected speaker. He says no anti silver talks with New York men and no proposal to organize against silver. Navy notes Concord ship preparing for sea will join Philadelphia in the West Indies next week. Ex Representative Taylor doubts a Sherman Foraker split outcome in Ohio politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mills
Coord
House
New York
Col. Jones
St. Louie
Navy Department
United States
Concord
New York Navy Yard
Philadelphia
Taylor
Ohio
Hoer
Sherman
Foraker
Italian Government Aims for Indemnity to New Orleans Victims
Washington reports the Italian government hopes Congress will appropriate a small sum to indemnify families of Italians lynched in New Orleans. The amount should be enough to form a basis for renewing friendly relations, not a large payout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Orleans
Washington
Congress
Chicago Man Slashes Wrist in Tragedy
Matthew Goodwin an insurance agent in CumaGo plied with liquor quarreled with his wife on Wednesday night and fatally slashed his wrist with a knife after which he died before help could arrive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CumaGo
Matthew Goodwin
Lauer
Grand Thursday Night Draws Packed House At Grand
The Grand hosted a lively performance featuring A Texas Steer and Carmencita with Hoyt’s company drawing strong crowds. Tim Murphy received high praise for Brander while Stanely’s Texan role impressed, and John Martin has joined as treasurer of the Texas Steer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoyts
Chicago
Streater
Miss Sherred
John Craven
Washington
Tim Murphy
Louis James
Ar. Hoyt
Murphy
Tim
Hoyt
Brander
Stanley
John Martin
Big Four
Texas Steer
Hoft's Shoes Claim Best Status in State
An ad touts Hoft's Hard Torn Shoes priced at $3.00 and promotes their quality as best in the state. Location noted as Hoft's store at 70 Indiana Ave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Ave
Mexico City Observations By Governor’s Party Tour Crowd
A 1900s field note describes Governor Hovey’s party in Mexico City, detailing markets, street life, guides, and vendors. It notes crowded sidewalks, chaos of names for streets, crowded stores, and the appeal of English spoken by visitors amid taquila and slow service. It aframes antiquated landmarks, plazas, and hotel dining in a vivid street diary tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Gov. Hovey
Aew
Washington-st
San Francisco-st
Court-st
Livo Storissa
Marbie
Adabes
Strésis
Alexico
Ade Paoria
Therm
Sin
Biusaar
Tianowan
Hardicsa
Eric
Sam
United States
Vyhio Hin
Indianapolis
Hades
Hoosier
Marion Courty Court House
Cortez
Republic
Miniperor Itburbide
North
Taquila
Bultl
Curtis Cooms Fired S180 After Shooting Incident
In Friday's police court Curtis Cooms faced multiple charges including attempted murder after an armed confrontation on Washington Street. Officers captured him after shots at Millie and others. Cooms claimed drunken frenzy and was fined 140 dollars after the judge dismissed the intent to kill charge.
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Curtis Cooms
Judge Buskirk
Dlivers Crane
Asch
Alra
Coons
Hutchinson
Millie
Mrs. Hutchinson
the World
Collins
Fire Department
Board of Public Safety
Christy
Ohiost. Canal Bridge
Adoak
Charles Beck
SO Greer St
Beck Wras
bin Lome
Fight for Speaker of the House Heats Up in Washington
Washington observers report a heated speakership contest with varied bets and no clear outcome. Candidates including Springer Mills Amos Cummings Crisp and Wilson claim strength while many members remain undecided amid ongoing lobbying and speculation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Springer
Brown
Mills
Amos Cummings
Crisp Forces
Crisp
Ale Millin
Wilson
Gorman
Bynum
Farmer Watch
Accidental Shot Kills Boy Then Driver Flees in Salem
In Salem Michigan on November 1 Samuel Wilkin, a noted farmer, out hunting with his five year old son, accidentally shot and killed him. The tragedy left Wilkin shaken and neighbors found him wandering near the child's mangled body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bim Inlane
Salem
Mich
Samnel Wilkinson
Eight More Days to Purchase State Fairground Options
Only eight days remain to buy options on the State fair grounds with over $100000 already taken. For a choice of lots call at once. This is the Ufetine Lee plats chance. Contact H. H. Beville at Zion Washington St. Office.
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Ufetine Lee
H. H. Beville
Zion Washington St
Mains Extension Sought for Fire Protection and Drains
Stoughton Fletcher and H H Hanna of Atlas engine works asked the Board of Public Works to extend water mains about 8000 feet from the L I W tracks to the works for fire protection. The city will lay the mains if water plugs are installed. engineer to report nearest extension point and hydrant count.
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Stoughton Fletcher
H. H. Hanna
Atlas Engine Works
Board of Public Works
Sevanthat
Tas
College Nve
Minoeg Company
Christian-ave
College
Market-st
Incig
Tennessee
Kentuckyeve
River-st
van Camp Packing Company
Kenyon
Western Paving Company
Virginia Ave
Asaesamert
Chrysanthemum Show Acknowledged At Tomlinson Hall
A chrysanthemum exhibit drew a large crowd at Tomlinson Hall on Thursday with over 1200 tickets sold and visitors from Chicago Cincinnati and Dayton. Jobo Thorpa praised the display and planned to hire decorator C J Travemper for the world’s fair. The Indiana Society of Florists discussed merging shows at the new state fair grounds and seeking official recognition.
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Tomlinson Hall
Chicago
Cincinnati
Dayton
Jobo Thorpa
C. J. Travemper
Pettigrew
Lincoln Park
Zumipie
Bellistedt
Indiana Society of Florists
Treasury Officials Probe Noted Opium Smuggling Ring
Special Treasury agent Wilbur returns from Providence with facts on Thomas E. Chase, arrested Wednesday and jailed in Ludlow Street for involvement in a large opium smuggling scheme. Chase faces examination before U S Commissioner Shields. Chase allegedly sold opium across New England at twelve dollars a pound, twice the duty rate. Wilbur hints that prominent individuals are connected.
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Treasury
New York
Treazury
Wilbur
Providence
Thomas E. Chase
Ludlow St
Custom House
Chase
United States
Shields
Tis
New England
PRE STORM SUBSIDES AND SHIPPING LOSSES REPORTED
The great storm relief indicates heavy shipping losses and widespread destruction. Hundreds of vessels wrecked and many lives lost as homes were unroofed and residents driven from shelter. France also suffers severe damage with ships wrecked along the coast and Channel Islands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lospex
France
French
Channel Islands
Paving Manager Kenyon Faces Board Over Virginia Ave Assessment
Western paving company manager Kenyon faced the Board of Public Works after they rejected his Virginia Ave assessment roll citing alleged defects in the work. The board invited him to a secret session, but the incident left Kenyon discouraged as reporters watched in the hallway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whata Ekeliel
Kenyon
Western Paving Company
Board of Public Works
Virginiaave
Star Chamber
Otter World
Parker
Virginia-ave
Saloon killings shock Chicago mother and son killed
A brutal double murder in Chicago shows Mrs. Lenzberger and her son found dead in a saloon on Clark Street. Neighbors reported the missing opening, police say robbers likely attacked during a night break in, leaving the premises ransacked and no clues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Tie Lurglara
Secretary Foster Foresees Solid Treasury Balance
In York November 15 Washington special says Secretary Foster, after ten months in office, is hopeful no deficit will appear this year. He cites a net cash balance near 56 million dollars and an estimate of 24 million dollars surplus above ordinary expenditures. The figure includes sugar bounties and other congressional appropriations, excluding sink fund bond payments or banknote redemptions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster
York
Commercial Bulletin
Washington
State of the Treasury
Congress
Sinkies Fund
Oldest postal carrier title sparks rival bids
A 1920s newspaper note compares Capt. Wells and Billy Williams for the longest serving mail carrier role at the post office. It details duties, delivery times, private box ideas, stamp interests, and the growth of stamp agencies across town.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capt. Wells
Cleveland
Billy Williams
Billy
N. Illinois
Tennessesses
Meridian
Watches and Diamonds From American Watch Club Co
The American Watch Club Co announces a specialty in watches and diamonds offering the latest patterns and designs at the lowest prices. Located at 11 N Pennsylvania St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Watch Club Co
Pennsylvania-st
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Blaine
Senor Monti
Hilian
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Scranton
Flynn
Georgia
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Wasiitxeaton
Spain
Madrid
America
Columbus
EH. Bard Grubb
Oity Lik
Congressman Mills
Italy
Grannd
Texas
VanLish
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Carmencita
John de Clair
Wm. H. Crane
Senator
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Geo. W. Monroe
Bijou
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Lasnes McPeetridge
Grand Army National Council of Administration
Executive Mansion
Indiana
Calder
Merchair
Danube
Baen
Pound Rate Department
Wm. L. Elder’s
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