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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1899

Page

9

Oneidas Dominate Stone Palaces in Friday Bowling

The Oneidas swept three straight games on the Oneida alleys, with Capt. AWillame treating his men to a post game celebration. Scores showed lopsided wins 812 to 78, 610 to 661, and 69 to 661 as Orientals also won two of three from Centrals on Marion alleys. Apollos surprised Nonpareils by taking two of three on Turner alleys while Centrals won one. Independent league saw Citys lose twice to Deweys 1590 to 1337 and 1392 to 4367 with comments on players and splits noted.

Oneida Awillame Marion Centrals Orientals Apollos Turner Alleys Bo Barcus Iit Deweys Washington Sachs Stone Palaces Lenox Bogardus Ahis Ronail Hendricks Cemiler Noenpareils Digs Arens

Rivalry set for state title clash this Saturday

Notre Dame and Purdue chase the state championship in a storied rivalry. Indiana, Harvard, Yale, and local Mapleton also figure in a crowded schedule as teams prepare for key battles this weekend.

Notre . Dame Purdue Notre Indiana University Notre Dame Nome State -Uni South Bend Harvard Yale Lay Camgo Mapleton

Boxing News and Fight Updates From New York and Chicago

New York reports Solomon boxing updates with McCoy Maher matches delayed and Ryan McCoy signing. Promoters plan Coney Island bout while McGovern targets two six round bouts at Tattersalls. Haley and Smith prep for a six round loop in Chicago with a drawn result in prior Chicago clash.

Ryan McCoy York Tommy Ryan Syracuse Kid McCoy Peter Maher Terry Chicago Tattersalls Terry McGovern Brooklyn Patsey Ha Jey Buffalo Boy Turkeytoint” Smith Philadelphia Haley Smith

Aged couple robbed of $1000 by four men

In Chicago on Friday afternoon William Nieman, 63, and his wife were assaulted by four robbers in a suburban field, losing $1000 and leaving Nieman with a shoulder wound while his wife was choked. Their son-in-law Ernest Brandt and John Garret are under arrest as the investigation proceeds.

Chicago William Nieman Nieman

Senator Thurston Marries Lola Purman in Washington

Senator Thurston of Nebraska wed Lola Purman at her Washington home in a small family ceremony led by Rev. Frank M. Bristol. The couple left by special car for New Orleans and plan to meet his two daughters in Omaha on Thanksgiving Day.

Washington Thurston Nebraska Lola Purman Frank M. Bristol M. E. Church New Orleans Omaha

Twice Married Woman Seeks To Reclaim $1000 Legacy

Bessie Curtis also known as Bessie Smith petitions the probate court to vacate her guardianship and gain possession of a $1000 legacy. She was wed before turning eighteen to Joseph A Curtis, a marriage her mother opposed. A rehearing to validate the marriage was held after her eighteenth birthday, and whether she will receive the money remains to be argued.

Bessie Curtis Bessie Smith Joseph A. Curtis

Smith Denies Insanity and Demands Inquiry in Conspiracy Claim

Joseph Smith, recently escaped from an insane hospital and traveling to Plainfield, writes to his Terre Haute church seeking an investigation. He asserts a conspiracy against him and asks the justice of the peace who presided at his trial to consider the case.

Smith Joseph Smith Plainfield Terre Haute Justice of the Peace

Typhoid Fever Fears Grow in St Louis Epidemic Feared

Typhoid fever spreads in St Louis with 46 new cases in 24 hours. Officials warn of an epidemic as impure water and sewage are blamed. The report notes precautionary measures by health authorities to curb the outbreak. Also included is a stray quotation about Klondike prosperity and Hartman’s return home after a long search.

ST. Louis

Uncertain Undertaker and Late Night Visit Report

Meridians note a night with a physician for Hobart Paterson of New Jersey while Chas. Whiteett, undertaker, and sons are referenced. The fragment mentions a Saturday morning return to comfort and a concert by Crouch Bros and Beatty’s, with various places and phone listings.

Hobart Paterson, N. J Crouch Bros Kings America Beatty Shel

Earthquake Destruction Hits Santiago Cuba

A Friday quake in Santiago de Cuba caused considerable damage with several houses destroyed and the US Marine Hospital department building falling into the street. The tremor lasted about half a minute, passed west to east, and was noted by arriving steamers. no injuries were reported.

Santiago ‘de Cuba Santiago United States Marine Hospital Department Tas

Sanitary issues loom at No. 45 and new teachers named

The school board discussed sanitation of several buildings Friday night with No. 45 in the worst shape and possible removal of automatic heat regulators. A sewer will be built for No. 23. Finances to be discussed at a special meeting next Friday. New teachers appointed: Harry Fetcher Scott at the high school for $800, Etta Blazer, Adelaide Birch, and Kate Waiton at district schools.

Harry Fetcher Scott Etta Blazer Adelaide Birch Kate Waiton

Desoto man dies after lodge initiation wound

Late Deason, 59, died at his Desoto home after attending a lodge initiation in Murphysboro. During the ceremony an instrument fired a blank cartridge. the wad struck his inner thigh from behind, causing a severe wound that led to his death.

Murphysboro Deason Desoto

Big Four shops eyed in Indianapolis project rumor

Rumor says Indianapolis may see construction of two new $800,000 Big Four shops, touted as the largest and most complete in the country. In Appleton, Wis, William Scarborough of the Third regular infantry, formerly of Appleton, was found guilty by court martial in the Philippines of assaulting a native woman and sentenced to death, with efforts underway to commute the sentence.

Indianapolis Appleton, Wis William Scarborough Third Regular Infantry Appleton Philippines

Died at 111 Joseph Ayres of Paducah

Paducah Ky November 18 Joseph Ayres died Friday aged 111 years He was born in Virginia near Washingtons home July 14 1788 He was twice married and leaves a widow and several children one 77 years old

Paducah Joseph Ayres Virginia Washington

Payne Denies He Will Succeed Hanna

MILWAUKEE Wis November 18 Henry C Payne denies the report that he will become chairman of the national committee. He says the story has no foundation and offers no supporting details.

Payne Milwaukee Wis Henry C. Payne Mark Hanna

Sunday Church Services List by Local Denominations

Sunday church services listed by First Baptist Central Christian Christ Episcopal St Pauls Episcopal Central Ave M E Meridian St M E Roberts Park M E First Presbyterian Second Presbyterian with listed pastors and service times including 10:45 and 7:30 across multiple locations.

First Baptist T. A. Villers Central Christian A. B. Philputt Christ Episcopal A. J. Graham St. Paul's Episcopal G. A. Carstensen Central Ave. M. BE C. C. Lasby Meridian St. M. E Wm. A. Quayle Roberts Park M. BE C. E. Bacon First Presbyterian M. L. Haines Second Presbyterian J. A. Milburn

Bargains on Paper Goods and Books This Saturday

Bargains on paper and envelopes with sale prices per box and bulk discounts. Also offers on purses, leather items, pocketbooks, and a selection of books and dictionaries with reduced prices in this sale. Includes "In His Steps" and various classic bindings plus an Oxford Teacher's Bible and Webster's Dictionary at special figures.

Ena Rivers House of David Oxford Webster’ Ss

Safe and Profitable Small Savings Deposits Offered

The article promotes a savings department inviting deposits from one dollar upward with 3 percent annual interest, compounded semi annually on May 1 and November 1. It emphasizes no fines or deductions, and notes the company’s strong safety backing including capital, stockholders’ equal amount, and a near 2,000,000 surplus pledged for security.

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