Butler DePauw football contest draws crowd into chaos
An early game between Butler and DePauw devolved into disorder with foul play, shouting fans, and weak officiating. Umpire Daniel Dorsey faced criticism for missed fouls while spectators rushed the field, until darkness and mob pressure threatened the finish. The article urges stricter enforcement of rules and disciplined conduct to protect future games and Indianapolis's reputation.
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Fugland
Butler
DePauw
Daniel Dorsey
Imayer
Davidson
Minor
Dorsey
Black diphtheria strikes lumbermen in Madagascar camp
Ottawa Ontario November 23 report arrives of six lumbermen who trekked from a distant camp to reveal black diphtheria is ravaging the workers. They say no doctors are at the site and a government medical team has been sent to the scene for aid.
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Ottawa
Ont
Madaska
Republicans blame Carnegie for Homestead strike fallout
Ohio congressman Charlie Grosvenor accuses Andrew Carnegie of provoking the Homestead strike to fracture the Republican Party after tariff cuts benefited Carnegie’s firms. He says Carnegie fled to Scotland to avoid explanation and suggests contributing $5 million to Republican HQ. Morrison eyed for Cleveland cabinet. Foster predicts no new bond issue yet hopeful of a loan. Wyoming fusion yields a Democratic Populist legislature and senator election.
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Carnegie
Charlie Grosvenor
Ohio
Congress
Carnegie Company
Grosvens
Washington
Uteike
Scotland
Republican Party
New York
Foster
Poor Willie Missing Homecoming Ends in Tragic Wreck News
Thanksgiving at Caleb Wixxes home turns grim as Willie, delayed from college, misses dinner. A wreck near the city claims lives of several on the same route. Mrs Wixxes collapses, believing the loss will kill her, but a telegram reveals Willie is injured and proceeding to Indianapolis as a football substitute.
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Caleb Wixxes
Willie
Mr. Wixxes
Indianapolis
American pope a possibility says Florence review
The Italian publication La lassegna predicts a future pope could be American, criticizing the current pope’s policies and noting his close interest in American affairs. It cites rumors of illness and a grueling schedule, yet says he remains alert in the morning, inspiring observers.
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la Lassegna
Florence
Italy
Tie
Train Collision at Alda Neb Kills Four Officials
The overland Hyer on the Union Pacific crashed with a freight train at Alda Neb Tuesday. Two engineers A G Barrett and B McDonald, Conductor J W Keller, and Fireman Owens died. Several other trainmen hurt. One passenger lightly injured. A diphtheria case reported with no deaths. schools Nos 10 and 27 may close briefly. Local doctors urge precautions to limit spread.
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Ouana
Union Pacific
Alda
Neb
A. G. Barrett
B. McDonald
J. W. Keller
Owens
Board of Health
Morrison
Yale Princeton Gridiron Draws Large Crowd In New York
A great crowd is expected at the Yale versus Princeton football game in New York on November 23 with over 30,000 spectators if the weather stays clear. El Perkins plans a lecture at Plymouth Church on November 28. Tickets obtainable at Bowen and Merrill.
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New York
el Perkins
Plymouth Church
Bowen & Merrill’s
One Year Ago Today Governor Hovey’s Death Linked to Mexican Trip
The article recalls Gov. Hovey dying a year after a Mexican expedition. It credits high altitude and desert travel from El Paso to Mexico City with contributing to his illness. The journey’s strain, sand intrusions, and climate are described, noting the long 7500 mile round trip and dangers faced returning through Texas.
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Gov. Hovey
City of
Mexico
Egypt
New World
New Orleans
el Paso
Gary Lovey
Mexico City
Indianapolis
Republic
Texas
Dallas
Comet Faster Than Thought to Pass Earth This Weekend
In Princeton New Jersey Prof Charles A Young states the bright comet speeds through space at 750000 miles daily and could pass the earth’s vicinity Saturday possibly striking the planet. In Kenosha Wisconsin a brilliant meteor flashed early Wednesday, exploded after zenith, its five minute light trail seen as a possible omen of the comet’s approach.
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Princiton
N. d
Charles A. Young
Kenosaa
Wis
Nebraska and Dakota cowbers plan long distance race
Draperon Nebraska November 23. The cowbers of Nebraska and Dakota organize a race from Chardon Nebraska to the Nebraska state building on the exposition grounds in Chicago. Start May 15 with a prize of 1000 dollars and a gold medal.
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Drapweon
Nebraska
Dakota
Europe
Chardon
Nebraka State Building
Chicago
Beath Warrants for HiAnt Doomed Boys Execution Date Set
Eight Black youths face execution for fatally harming Dr. Hill. Writs of passing warrants prepared for the death sentence. preparations underway to hang December 13. Governor has not intervened.
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Gil
Dr. Hill
Local court notes and civil suits surface in city briefs
Morrell pays a 25 dollar fine to Judge Cox for assault on Charles Crown. McCormick sues to foreclose a mechanic lien on property owned by Iliza Walsh and others. Thanksgiving Day observances include noon office closure and regular postal collections. Interstate Amateur Association to meet in Indianapolis with a Grand Hotel reception. Guardian William Black seeks equal division of Elbert Russell et al real estate. Judge Taylor approves. Samantha Frederick sues husband John for support. he earns 25 weekly and owns 7,000 in real estate. Several families listed with ages and illnesses. Marriage licenses recorded: Keenan David, Reisner Putnam Bronson, Denny Holbrook, Barry Rt, Sweeney.
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Morrell
Cox
Charles Crown
William McCormick
Iliza Walsh
Interstate Amteur Association
Indianapolis
Grand Hotel
William Black
Ruth Russell
Elbert Russell
Eva Tlaworth
Wayne Haworth
Taylor
Samantha Frederick
Bartholomew's Court
John
Raub & Raub
Jimms
Joseph
Nellie Cleet
Augustus
Flora Thompson
Jerry
Mrs. Shea
William
Kiva Scott
Edward
Annie Heady
Darin
Belle Jenkins
Catherine Wildrick
Frank
Mary Haught
Abbie Alexander
Hol
Delia Kenly
Matthew
Betty Thompson
Dora Reger
Francis Dodd
Hutchings Block
Benjamin Joyce
Blassachusetts Ave
James Keenan
Nettie David
George Reisner
Mary Putnam Bronson
Mimer
Denny
Clara Holbrook
John Barry
Kate
Sweeney
The Two Toms and the City Gambling Controversy
A 1920s city board orders police to close gambling dens, but raids are few. Judges Buckirk and Duskirk, plus local figures including Mayor Sullivan, are framed as influencing enforcement through light penalties. A conference is described as merely a chat, with remarks on alleged political contributions and enforcement power.
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Board of Public Safety
Colbert
Buckirk
Sullivan
Sullivan, Judge Buskirk
Toma ‘Va
Democratic Lt Committee
Passart
Purdue Football Aims for Eastern Gap in Schedule
The Purdue team plans no eastern college tour this season and will focus on winding up the Thanksgiving schedule. Treasurer Pats pen of the Purdue seven said the Thursday game should settle the season's outcome. Lineups list Whitcomb to Kendall at multiple positions and include Polk, Muessel, Jamison, and Thompson among others. Play starts at 2 30 pm.
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Purdue
Pats Pen
Purdue ‘Seven
Tim Sux
Folle
DePauw Sles
Whitcomb
Mitchell
C. IL. Smith
Ryan
E. G. Smith
Orton
Uy Kendall
Kitebjorg
Newell
Feil
F TY
Polk
Little
Muessel
Stevenson
Fulkerson
Sinnay
Crowell
Hudelson
Thompson
Jamison
Strdebuler
Sultans Death Marked By Blood at World Fair Pavilion
In Chicago on November 23 a Turkish flag raising ceremony honored the sultan. Exhibitors watched as a snow white lamb was selected from 5000 sheep and sacrificed, its blood then sprinkled on the pavilion foundations following the Meshen faith rites.
Desesrado Tap Sprouse Captured in Tennessee Jail
Tap Sprouse, moonshiner and leader of the Iban Mountain Gang, was captured alive after months eluding Georgia and Tennessee authorities. He was seized Sunday in a smoke house by a detective and a U S marshal and is now in Bradley County jail.
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Cuarrancocs
Tenn
Src
Tap Sprouse
Lesdar
Sea Mountain
Georgia
Tennessee
Bradley County
Geobarns
United States
Sunday
Grover Heads for Hog Island Private Hunting Ground
PinnapEetunia, Nov. 23. It is believed Mr. Cleveland will travel to Hog Island, a private hunting and fishing ground about 20 miles north of Cape Charles. The eight mile long island features a grand beach, a lighthouse, and a life saving station, maintained by a Philadelphia club of 50 leading members.
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Mog Island
Neskors
PinnapEetunia
Cleveland
Hog Island
Cape Charles
Philadelphia
Floods Hit River Park and Snohomish Log Jam Delays
The Snohomish river log jam remains unresolved while River Park in Washington state is fully submerged. Hundreds of cattle stand in three feet of water, and fifty homes for workers are flooded with belongings lost. Police court notices report a string of arrests and fines as investigations proceed.
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Searby
Wash
Washington
Snoomish
Northern Railway
River Park
Dywamieh
Cows Run Loose Case Dismissed by Judge Brown
Robert Schultz was fined $50 by Tudge Buzkirk for letting cows run at large on the South side. He appealed and Wednesday Judge Brown dismissed the case. The city must file proof of ordinance publication in the city clerk’s office. The 1887 license ordinance was published but no proof was filed. City clerk Akwame will seek the city attorney’s advice.
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Tisgek
Robert Schultz
Tudge Buzkirk
Fie
Judes Brown
Akwame
Train Collision Kills Two On Michigan Rails
An unidentified man and woman were struck and killed by a passenger engine while walking along a southern city railway track Tuesday night. authorities believe they resided in Ottawa County.
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Ottawa County
Curfew Bell Hidden In Plymouth Church Fire Loss
November 23 report from Pryscouru Massachusetts notes a furnace fire that destroyed the unitarian church under repair. The belfry housed Paul Revere’s 1801 curfew bell, a historic piece likely lost in the blaze.
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Plymouth
Pryscouru
Mass
Unitarian
Paul Revere
Homestead Strikers Accept No Long Delay in Labor Pact
In Pryrspuna on November 28, strikers at Homestead press to regain prior steel plant positions and those without work are told to report Monday. The Carnegie company states all workers will be treated individually and must sign pledges to abstain from joining labor unions and to follow company rules.
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Pryrspuna
Homestead
Carnegie Company
Mystery Skull Found in Mill Chest Sparks Murder Suspect
Irpson New York area reports a carpenter found a box with two human skulls hidden under papers in a mill picking room. Doctors identify the skull as a woman's, with a left temple wound suggesting possible murder. No clues yet.
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Irpson
N. Y
Boh
John Volsapple
Blesley Mills
Weather Update for Indianapolis Area
Fair weather expected for Indianapolis and vicinity with a slight warming trend. Advertisement notes new parlor goods at Wm L Elder’s Brains and Cleaning and Smith’s dry goods at 6 and 7 Indiana Pennsylvania Street.
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Indianapolis
Vicinity
Wm. L. Elder
Smith’s
Pennsylvania-st
Dippel Wins Big After City Election Wagering
Henry Dippel of North Delaware Street, a Democrat, won after Republican friends wagered on the election. He netted about 3009 and hosted diners at the Denison house Tuesday night. Attendees included Daniel Pooty, Henry Creac, James Scott, D Hey, Dr Wermann, Samuel Pierson, James Littler, Thomas Collings, Cohumbes, and William Welsch. Dippel toasted the Democratic victory and said the people enter prosperous years.
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Henry Dippel
N. Delaware St
Mgr. Dippel
Denison House
Daniel Pooty
Henry Creac
James Scott
D. Hey
Dr. Wermann
Samuel Pierson
Indianapolis
James Littler
Thomas Collings
Cohumbes
William Welsch
Louisville
Dippel
Attempted robbery and murder foiled by kinuney mores
Puasa Indiana November 23. An assailant tried to rob and murder James Coombs of Carbon. Coombs rode to Bridgeton for help after two men blocked the road and fired. One shot frightened the horse and the robbers fled. A posse pursues. Coombs may die. A woman near Brightwood died from suspected poison corn meal. Mrs James Wressley and a neighbor are seriously ill. Doctor Rexford links symptoms to arsenical poisoning but cites uncertainty. An inquiry will be held.
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Puasa
Ind
James Couombs
Carbon
Coombs
Bridgeton
Vaya
Pasesuit
Jas. Wressley
Brightwood
Kirkland
Aly. Pressley
Rexford
Applicants seek clerical posts in Indian Department exam
About 26 applicants sat the civil service exam at the federal Building on a Wednesday. Kiesiua of Washington and Doc Wioodard led the focal board. Nine sought clerkships in Washington, 11 aimed for copyist posts, with others applying for teachers licenses in Indian schools and physician appointments.
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Indian Department
the Civil Service
Federal Building
FY AM. Kiesiua
Washington
Doc”? Wioodard
Focal Board
Train Collision Hurts Griffin Man in Georgia Rail Crash
Atlanta Ga Nov 23 Spl On the Georgia Central railway two trains collided at Vaughn's station Wednesday George Claris of Griffin was fatally hurt and several other trainmen were badly injured The accident occurred due to the telegraph operator failing to deliver an order
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Atlanta
Georgia Central Railway
Wear Vaughn
George Claris
Griffin
Hoanter's Mistake Kills Man in Wisconsin Hunt
In Serrator Wisconsin on November 28 Henry Haug was fatally shot by a hunter named Rassmus who mistook him for a deer. Hunters wore lights on caps but misidentification occurred as they became separated during the chase. In Avanta Georgia on November 23, southern preachers urged African Americans to emigrate to Africa citing railroad discrimination as the cause.
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Hoanter
Cotte
Serrator
Wis
Henry Haug
Rassmuseh
Sassmugen
Hiang
America
Avanta
Africa
King Gluttons Day And Thanksgiving Traditions
A survey of Thanksgiving customs from old country roots to 1702 Norwich writings, noting King Glutton as day’s symbol, family feasts, and the headless turkey game. Markets in Indianapolis show quail 75 cents to $2 a dozen, turkey 4 to 14 cents per pound, venison 25 cents, celery five cents a bunch, cranberries 10 cents quart, oysters 25 to 40 cents quart.
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Norwich
Connecticut
Rhode
Massachusetts
Indianapolis
Edwin Willett Committed Suicide In Philadelphia
Edwin Willett, 61, Philadelphia representative for Harlan & Wellingsworth, a Wilmington shipbuilding firm, died by gas asphyxiation in his room on Tuesday. The cause is listed as unknown. Also noted is a report from Tusxeston about Ostrander, a Kingston bank wrecker, with his trial adjourned to November 28.
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Edwin Willett
Philadelphia
Wilmington
Harlan & Wellingsworth
Tusxeston
Ostrander
Kingston Bank
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