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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1888

Page

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Harmony Forges Unity Amid Large K of L Funds Offer

The General Assembly of the Knights of Labor faced a long Saturday as committees toiled late and debates on Powderly’s report continued. A Pittsburg district group offered 100000 and others added, totaling 150000 to relieve finances, while debates over immigration restriction and delegates’ mileage proceeded. Powderly to speak at Masonic Hall Sunday.

K. of L. General Assembly Committee On Appeals Barry Case General Assembly District Assembly of Glass Blowers Pittsburg General Order L. Powderly Barry Powderly Masonic Hall

Suburban real estate boom drives $109000 weekly transfers

The past week’s realty market activity showed 77 deeds recorded totaling 109,032.16 dollars. Notable transfers include Joseph E. McDonald to John Moore on N Zone Street between Veramont and Michigan Streets and James Hasson to Sallie P. Grubb for a vacant lot at Delaware and Michigan Streets. Building permits issued for improvements and small cottages numbered 18, with spending around 10,780 dollars.

Joseph E. McDonald John Moore Veramont Michhigan-sts James Hasson Sallie P. Grubb Delaware Michigan- Sts Bond Trustee Shengwath New ‘Jersey-sts Loemona Howland John H. Stewart N.' Peridian St Benj G. ‘Wisher Martha J. Fisher Bic

Democrats Claim Vote Shrink, GOP Fights Likely

Wheeling West Virginia November 17 Special The Register notes Fleming Democrat slightly behind expectations for governor while Goff leads by 350 as Republicans vow not to be robbed Atkinson Republican candidate for Congress seeks a legal challenge with 180 majority Democrats dispute 1419 00 and expect a recount A Parlersburg dispatch puts Smith Republican at 300 majority Democrats concede 200 but expect reversal A Martinsburg telegraph reports Fryck Republican 250 in the second district Democrats say votes are being rejected for Wilson under 100 majority Cowden Republican state chair declares four Congressmen and governor elected and vows to fight to keep victory

Wheeling W. Va the Register Fleming Goff Atkineor Congress Parlersburg Smith Gen. Fiyck Martinsburg Wilson Cowden Republican State Committee SUN Repubicans

Whose Whole Ticket Shouted at Denison House

A frenzied supporter at a Denison area gathering cried “Bah for Cleveland Thurman” amid heckling jokers. The crowd pressed him as he praised Mills Bill while denouncing free whisky, and a hotel porter escorted him from the meeting after a final demand to shout for Cleveland Thurman.

Clevelan Clevelan’ Thurman Denison House William Wallace Mr. Pedestrian Trurman API Cleveland Bates House Botel Treasury Thurman

Died of yellow fever in New York hospital

Flora Schmitt died at Bellevue hospital Saturday night of yellow fever. In Jacksonville Florida fifteen new fever cases were reported on Friday with no deaths. nine of the fifteen were white.

New York Flora Schmitt Bellevue Hospital Jacksonville Fia

Peggart's Sunday Dinners At Union Station

A plainspoken ad notes Peggart's Sunday Dinners from 12 to 2 at Union Station. It promises seasonally served dishes in a single test style with special prices aimed at city trade.

Peggart Union Station Ara Raptay

Brer Husband in a Chariot of Fire at Meridian Street Corner

A dramatic scene in Holyoke features Brer Husband, a Negro exhorter, whitewashing a corner as crowds watch. He proclaims visions of heaven, mockery at church, and a impending chariot ride six years from next December, amid election chatter and local street chatter.

Iner Brer Meridian Washingtonste Bret Eusband Adam Brer Busband Washington St

Churches hold third anniversary services across city

The McAll mission marks its third anniversary at First Baptist with five minutes of remarks by several pastors. Central Christian Church features Rev Luzac on The Parable of the Talents in the morning and Heaven and Hell in the evening. Plymouth Church hosts Rev McCulloch with The Over Behind Evolution in the morning and A Visit to Jerusalem in the evening. Mayflower Congregational sees Rev G G Mitchell at morning service and Cleveland at Meridian Street M E speaking to young men on Find Your Vocation and Rise to Its Height in the evening. Roberts Park hosts Dr Keen on The Mission of the Strows in the morning. Alexander Hogeland, head of the Newsboys' Home and Employment Association, will discuss Ten Years Among the Newsboys in the evening. First Presbyterian offers a song service with brief address by Pastor In Both. Second Presbyterian observes jubilee with both morning and evening services marking fifty years since organization.

McAll First Baptist Church Central Christian Church Luzac Hell McCulloch Plymouth Church Jerusalem G. G. Mitchell Mayflower Congregational Church Cleveland Meridian St M. E Roberts Park Keen Strows Alexander Hogeland Boys’ and Girls’ National Home and Employment ‘Association First Presbyterian Second Presbyterian

Tailor-made overcoats advertised at Oriel Eagle store

Gentlemen only. Tailor-made overcoats in meltons kerseys Schnabel Worumbo chinchillas worth up to $20 sold at the Oriel Eagle and Z.W. Washington streets. Coats priced from 14 to 20 dollars with color guaranteed for two years.

Meltons Kerseys Schnabel

Vessels Sunk and Lives Lost in Severe Northern Michigan Storm

A fierce winter storm lashed northern Michigan with hurricane winds and blinding snow. At Sault Ste Marie the schooner Nonpareil foundered with two men lost, others escaping. a lumber barge swamped by the gale. several boats aground and at risk of breaking apart. Reports from St Ignace and nearby points warn of more wrecks and further loss of life.

DeEteorr Mich Michigan Sault Ste- Marie St. Ignace

Indianapolis Board of Trade Plans City Advertisements

The Indianapolis board of trade considers a folder detailing the citys advantages and the gas belt, rail facilities, and more. About 10000 copies would be printed for distribution nationwide, with Rand McNally aiding, costing around 1000 dollars annually to promote the Hoosier capital as a future great.

Fran Board of Trade Board of Governors Indianapolia Indianapolis Hoosier Idge Martindale SUN Reporter Rand, McNally & Co Chicago

LOCAL ASPIRANTS FOR PUBLIC PRINTER UNDER MORRISON

Two Indianapolis residents contend for the Harrison administration’s public printer post, Col W R Holloway and L W McDaniel. Meredith of Illinois also suspected. Mayor Sam Farmer fights a recent bout, and legal actions involve William Patterson suing city officials for $10,000 after a Tomlinson Hall disturbance. A gas contract offer promotes savings of 16 to 26 percent.

Pub Hc Morrison Harrison Col. W. R. Holloway L. W. McDaniel A. BR. Baker Col. Holloway Typographical Union No. 1 Indianapolis William Meredith Ilinoie Meredith Gen

Slavin Lex 60 Self-Defense Verdict in Slaying

Grand jury finds insufficient evidence to prosecute Thomas Slavin after he killed John R. three weeks earlier. Slavin feared for his life due to threats from McKee who vowed to kill him on sight and carried a revolver the night of the shooting, justifying self-defense in the eyes of the jury.

KittingheFee Trvin Thomas Slavin John R Slavin McKee McIee

Desperate Prize Fight Near New York Ends in Eleven Rounds

Eleven Skars matched Splain and Ginger McCormack in a midnight Sand Point bout fought on a picnic ground. Splain endured knockdowns nearly every round yet rose in a bantam rooster effort. McCormack ultimately won in the eleventh round for Jersey City.

New Yark New York Sand Point Jack Splain Ginger” McCormack Jersey City Sports Spla McCormack

Platt Leads Over Miller In Cabinet Talks

New York dispatch reports a rift among Republican leaders over cabinet posts after Harrison’s victory. The Herald says Thomas C. Platt is favored for a top position, with Warner Miller seeking a lesser portfolio. Miller reportedly pressed for a post, but Platt’s position remains strong and Miller may need to concede.

New York Herald Warner Miller Harrison Platt Hiscock Miller

Hatfield gang member captured in Lincoln county

Charleston W Va Nov 17 Eureka detectives captured James Meseer a Hatfield gang member in Lincoln county. He admits killing twenty seven men and claims to have killed in Catlettsburg Friday morning before his capture by Eureka detectives.

Charleston

Potts Divorce Granted. Alimony and Restoration of Maiden Name

Clara B Potts sued Edward G Potts for divorce alleging cruelty. Judge Taylor granted the wife divorce and $600 alimony and restored her maiden Brockway. Dittemore case denied both sides. August W Minker divorced Catherine W Minker on cruelty grounds with custody to mother.

Clara B. Potts Edward G. Potts Taylor Brockway Mowe Dittemore August W. H. Minker Catherine W. Minker

Divorce actions and local court notes published Saturday

Catherine Baker sues for divorce from Wilbur Baker on abandonment. Tabitha Ano Roy granted divorce from William Roy for failure to provide and awarded custody of the children. A 16 year old boy, Joe Rounds, accused of stealing a chair was released on good behavior. Local theatre bills report soldout shows of Nat Goodwin material at the Grand. A federal grand jury found David Francis indicted for illegal voting and he posted bond. Police court saw Florence Scott and Minnie Preston tried for shoe and hat theft. A patriotic readings event is planned at Mansur hall for Maj. Robert Anderson benefit with W R C musicians. Knights meeting discussed Sunday work cessation and other resolutions. Veterans of Gen. Harrison’s Seventieth Indiana held a reception. next reunion set for September in this city with possible attendance by President Harrison. A new sideboard is advertised at Elders.

Catherine Baker Wilbur Baker David Francis Federal Grand Jury Bond John C. New Florence Scott Minnie Preston House No. 11 Scott Lucia Julian Martin Mansur Knights Craft Doyles Harrison Seventieth Indiana Wright Washington M. Garibaildi McLain

Inauguration News and Rotation of Postmasters

Washington reports a partisan shift as Democrats plan to replace many Republican postmasters and other offices before March 4. Clerks tally incumbents, with several thousand to change, including about 300 first and second class postmasters. The move aims to influence the new administration under Harrison.

Washigton Cleve’ Lend Harrison Arthur Garfield

Lynching in Petersburg over child assault case

Nashville Tenn Nov 17 Spl J Bob Banner, a colored man, was lynched Friday night at Petersburg for a criminal assault on a twelve year old girl.

Nashville Tann Bob Banner Petersburg

Noted Illegitimate Italian Noble Man Arrested for Wife Desertion

New York police uncover the man’s true identity as Pietro Detto Titalian De Missena Cinabar, a member of a renowned Roman family. He deserted Emma Myers in Hoboken after an arranged marriage and fled to America with a Roman plan. Emma located him in Brooklyn living as Cinbars with a widow cashier. He admits taking her to Italy but denies marriage. Bail denied. possible long Blackwell’s Island term.

New York Raymona St Brooklyn Fietro Detto Titalian de Missena Cinabar Reve Count Vaten- Geefinbar Cinnbar Emma Myers Hobee Erc'ag America Cameron Cingbars Italy Blackwell’s Island

Anniversary Date Set for Indiana Statehood Education

Supt. LaFollette plans a December 11 circular to county superintendents and teachers urging all Indiana schools to observe the seventy second anniversary with patriotism lessons. A teaching program with songs recitations essays and historical citations will aid the effort, and LaFollette hopes for success.

LaFollette Indiana

Where's the father at Franklin depot

A four year old girl named Pearl was put on a J I passenger train to await her father who failed to appear by noon at the Franklin depot. Waiting ladies cared for the child and feared she would go to an orphan asylum if a parent did not arrive by evening.

Franklin Pearl

Halstead reports Commercial Gazette cannot be bought

The piece notes Halstead's claim from the Commercial Gazette that it cannot be bought and mentions James McMillan of Detroit as a potential next U S senator for Michigan, with various sensational items about Clara Beecher's shooting, King of Chicago clothing house, a desertion, and Ireland Parnell Commission proceedings plus gossip about Mary in a New York theater amid a violent outburst.

Halstead M. Fox Republican Washington James McMillan Onchre Detroit U. S Ochigan Clara Beecher Henry King Big Mary Barnes

Original Bagis promotes boys suits at remarkable prices

The Original Bagis offers a sale on boys suits with all wool corkscrews formerly five dollars now four dollars. A thousand fine suits for boys up to thirteen years are marked down from a dollar eighty eight to five dollars. Renowned for quality and value, the store advertises top lines of boys attire at low prices.

Lollara Inlemmiaien

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