Brawl at Union Station Over Lady’s Luggage
A mob of hackmen clashed at Indianapolis Union Station as two cab firms fought for a frightened elderly passenger’s baggage. A dozen drivers surged, grabbed her grip, and forced her into a cab while spectators watched. The scene ended with the baggage turned over to the Indianapolis company and the crowd thinning. Another elderly woman meanwhile sought safe passage to avoid a repeat.
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Union Station
Frank Birdman
Indianapolis
Coin Harvey to Lead 1900 Democratic Campaign Book
Chicago reports Hon Coin Harvey will author the first national democratic campaign literature for 1900. The book Coin on money trusts and imperialism will be endorsed by the Democratic Committee and Bryan, guiding the party's education drive.
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Chicago
W. S
Harvey
National Democratic Committee
Bryan
Bryan to rest three months in Texas and California
William J. Bryan plans a three month rest in northern Texas and northern California to stay in prime shape for an early campaign. He has rented his Lincoln home for the winter and will keep engagements in New England but will not extend his east stay. The Caucuses report notes Democratic and Republican caucuses scheduled for Saturday afternoon in Washington.
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Lincoln, Neb
William J. Bryan
Texas
California
Lincoln
New England
East
Duel With Knives Breaks Out at Belt Railroad Site
Charles Tilford and a man named Edwards fought a knife duel on the Belt railroad near the Jennings Electrical Manufacturing plant Tuesday morning. Both were employees of the electrical company and the quarrel began Monday night. Dr. R A Bigger treated Tilford with five stitches in his cheek and four under his left arm. Edwards was not seriously hurt.
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Charles Tilford
Edwards
Jennings Electrical Manufacturing Company
Electrical Company
R. A. Bigger
Tilford
Persimmon Brigade Seeks Governor Nominee for Indiana
At the Persimmon brigade reunion on September 20, resolutions pledge support to nominate a brigade member for Indiana governor. While no name is set, Gen. John T. Wilder of Tennessee is favored by some, hoping Wilder brigade members back his bid.
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Persimmon
Indiana
Persimmon Brigade
John T. Wilder
Tennessee
Wilder Brigade
Twenty ships lost near San Francisco in recent gales
Twenty deep water coasting ships are long overdue amid recent gales. Vessels listed include Amethyst, Thirty and S. Danielson, Challenger, Spartan, Ameri can, Ralph J. Long, Albion, four San Francisco to Puget Sound ships, and others from Grays Harbor and Suisan.
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San Francisco
Amethyst
S. Danielson
Tillamook
Ore
Challenger
Tacoma
Spartan
American
Seattle
Ralph J. Long
Albion
Coquele River
Grays Harbor
Wash
Suisan
Puget Sound
Ferris B. Thompson
Highland Light
Colusa
New York Get Rich Quick Schemes Collapse and Backers Vanish
A consumer fraud case in New York ends as White's bureau linked to the Franklin syndicate collapses. About 200000 dollars belonging to depositors remain unaccounted. Two young men using alias Hyman disappeared after promising high dividends and legitimacy. Police hunt for Miller and Cecil Leslie amid broader investigations into imperial stock brokers offering dubious coupons.
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United States
Cotton Exchange
White
Franklin Syndicate
Hyman
C. H. Hyman
C. H. White
New York
Wm. F. Miller
Cecil Leslie
Brooklyn
Price
Imperial Stock Brokers
Miners' Union Chief Attacks Conviction Over Gag Order
United Mine Workers President Mitchell denounces John P. Reese's three month jail term and $100 fine as persecution. Reese, a national executive board member, was jailed in Fort Scott Kansas for violating a restraining order after addressing non union workers. Mitchell vows to pursue legal steps to free him.
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John P. Reese
United Mine Workers of America
Fort Scott
Kan
Mitchell
Reese
Eugene Debs
Montgomery Well Die
Thomas J. Montgomery, commissioner of public works, is gravely ill at home on Meridian Street. Dr. Allison Maxwell reports little hope as chronic Brights disease progresses, with an estimated life of weeks. Friends are barred from visiting.
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Thomas J. Montgomery
Public Works
Meridian St
Allison Maxwell
Bright
Ex Congressmen Cooper Dies in Chicago
George W. Cooper of Columbus Indiana former two term congressman died Monday night at Augstina hospital after four weeks as an inpatient. Tuberculosis and other diseases caused his death. He was born May 21 1851 and held multiple Indiana offices including mayor and city attorney. The body will be sent to Columbus for burial.
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Chicago
George W. Cooper
Columbus
Ind
Congress
Augustina Hospital
Bartholomew County
Indiana
George W. Sooper
Bloomington
Bartholomew
Jackson
Jennings
Lawrence
H.C. Duncan
Eldredge and McRae Advertise All Week Specials
A letter from Eldredge and McRae of Massachusettes Ave confirms a change of copy for Monday ads in The Sun. The firm credits The Sun with driving substantial sales and responses, noting no other advertising渠道.
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THE
SUN
Eldredge & Mce-Rae
Massachusetts Ave
SUN Pub. Coo
Indianapolis
Eldredge & M’rae
Big Four Passes Piled Up In 1900 Printing
F H Wilson private secretary to Supt John Q Van Winkle of the Big Four reviews a fresh batch of 1900 passes. There are 25 000 passes of many varieties from complimentary to free transportation for foremen visiting relatives, all with facsimile signatures.
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F. H. Wilson
John Q. van Winkle
Big Four
Weather Forecast for Indianapolis 36 Hours Ending Nov 29
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity calls for fair conditions Tuesday and Wednesday with little temperature change. Temperatures reported at 7 am 29, noon 43, 2 pm 44. A heavy fog Monday night reduced visibility until early Tuesday morning, leaving streets damp and clothing dampened outdoors.
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Indianapolis
Railroaders Thanksgiving Observance Halts Most Work
All freight offices and machine shops will close on Thursday to give employees a chance to eat turkey. Only enough men will remain at work to handle essential business that cannot be suspended.
Dewey Likely Invited to Indianapolis Visit
The Commercial club plans to invite Admiral Dewey to view Indianapolis events while he visits Chicago in May. The invitation aims to showcase the city to the renowned naval officer during his Midwest tour.
Indiana Jungles Report Praises Rural Free Delivery
Perry S. Heath and Charles Emory Smith receive Heath's annual report in Indianapolis praising rural free delivery. The lengthy document highlights improved morals as farmers avoid village post offices and notes testimonials about advantages. It includes route photos, some illustrating Indiana scenes, and compares Indiana to a Washington Post description of jungles.
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Perry S. Heath
Muncie
Charles Emory Smith
Indianapolis
Indiana
Washington Post
Indiana Jungles
Coopers Strike Over Five-Cent Barrel Increase
About 55 union coopers at the Minter and Brandt factories at California Street struck Monday for five cents more per barrel. Kingan & Co. has bought all their output. Five men remained employed at Minter's on Tuesday while Brandt's office closed. The firms say higher pay cannot be afforded, citing typical wages of two to two fifty dollars daily for skilled work. If no settlement occurs Minter may close.
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Albert Minter
F. W. Brandt
California St
Kingan & Co
Minter's
Minter
Brandt's
Indiana Underwriters
Laura Allen arraigned for theft in Police court
Laura Allen, a colored woman, was arraigned Tuesday morning on a charge of stealing a suit of underwear and a pair of shoes from Willie Collins, another colored woman. Judge Daly ordered the clothes returned and released Allen, while the defendant’s attorney pressed questions about frequenting such places.
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Laura Allen
Willie Collins
Cuba unrest sparks talks of civil government and troop readiness
Washington dispatch reports unrest in Cuba with private sources noting a possible civil governor. Congress is expected to decide future guarantees while Gen Brooke and Secretary Root exchange secret telegrams. U S forces total nearly 12 000 across Havana Matanzas Santa Clara Pinar del Rio and Santiago with Manila or Yokohama contingencies under consideration.
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United States
Havana
Matanzas
Santa Clara
Pinar del Rio
Santiago
Puerto Principe
Manila
Philippines
Yokohama
War Department
Orphans Displayed to Attract Gifts on Thanksgiving Plea
Many charitable institutions appeal for support as Thanksgiving donations roll in. Twenty-two Indiananal lis orphans from a home display in Whén windows to lure gifts, led by Mrs. John A. Bradlaw, with funds reaching $300 by noon and anticipated over $700. Other homes report varying collections at Young MacMurray’s, Hyder’s, Saks, and Marott’s, while donors include individuals giving both cash and clothing.
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Indiananal Lis Orphans
John A. Bradlaw
Mary Allison
Young & MacMurray
Door of Hope
Hyder
King's Daughters
Saks’ Clothing Store
Katharine Home For
Marott’s
Matthews Land Company increases capital stock to 250000
Inc Matthews Land Company, at Matthews, increases its capital stock from 100000 to 250000 as part of corporate expansion. Marion Paper Company and Coohlumbia club in Indianapolis are noted in association.
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Matthews Land.company
Matthews
Marion Paper Company
Indianapolis
Insurance Combine Forming Affects Local Agencies
A concealed pact among six Indianapolis area insurance agencies aims to aid a Western union style trust. They plan to contribute 3500 each to fund a rate fight, potentially crushing weaker firms. The Indiana underwriters league met to discuss rate cuts and retaliation against agents canceling policies at existing commissions.
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Western Union
Indiana Underwriters’ League
Bates House
Fog Dampens Royal Smile and Mayor’s Cold Reception
A fogbound scene tracks royal excess and public snub as high officials display frosty manners. Mayor Taggart rejects favors and snarls at a reporter, while courtiers drift aimlessly and a church-ticket seller witnesses a tense, humiliating encounter in the basement corridor.
Murder Charge in Bird Street Tragedy
Mary Smith died after being shot twice by her husband Charles following a quarrel in their Bird Street rooms. Charles Smith, held without bail, waived examination and was bound over to the grand jury on a murder charge. he mutters in custody and is suspected of feigning insanity.
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Mary Smith
Charles
Smith
Southwell v Premier steel case over sale proceeds
Judge Allen heard an argument on demurrer in the Henry Southwell versus old Premier Steel Company suit. The plant sold to W J Carlin for about 125000, with dispute over proceeds as Southwell, who loaned 70000, seeks a priority mortgage claim not recorded before failure. General creditors contend claim ranks igual to theirs, necessitating pro rata settlement. If Southwell's face value plus interest stands, others may receive little after the receiver settles with him.
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Allen
Henry Southwell
Premier Steel Company
W. J. Carlin
Southwell
Chicago
Sewing Machines Price Drops At Pfleger Store
Standard and White sewing machines showcased with prices cut from 50 dollars to 20 dollars at Joseph C Pfleger's shop located at Washington Street. The ad highlights various models and urges swift purchase.
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Jos
C. Pfleger
Washington-st
The Missing Lancers Reported Safe After Gras Pan
Gen Lord Methuen states the Ninth Lancers suffered one killed and eight wounded at Gras Pan with no missing. The War Office believes the regiment reported captured by the Boers returned safely. Maj Jennings says Boers doubt ultimate victory. News sparked relief among anxious relatives awaiting confirmation.
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Gen. Methuen
Maj. Jennings
London
Lord Methuen
Ninth Lancers
Gras Pan
War Office
Lancers
Wounded at Beacon Hill Barrage Amid Boer Fire
Estcourt dispatch says Maj. Jennings of the medical corps aided wounded from Beacon Hill. Boers doubted final victory but claimed divine aid. A London grocer reservist allegedly fired after his leg was shattered, aided by a comrade. Ambulance care was delayed until dark.
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London
Daily Telegraph
Estcourt
Alaj. Jennings
Beacon Hill
Sieg
Joubert
Hildyard
Majo. Jennings
Jennings
British Losses in Gras Pan Fight Report
Gen Methuen's forces suffered very heavy casualties at Gras Pan on Saturday with total losses 198. The Yorkshire regiment endured severe casualties including three officers and 48 other ranks killed wounded or missing. Lieut Jones and Flag-Capt Prothero of the Doris were killed after being reported wounded.
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London
Methuen
Gras Pan
Yorkshire Regiment
Jones
Prothero
Doris
Fire devastates four story storage building and mill
A Chicago blaze on Monday night destroyed Morse & Johnson storage company’s four story brick building and two hours later the Philip Rinn planing mill. Total loss about 200000 with Morse & Johnson bearing 75000. insurance noted.
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Chicago
Morse & Johnson Storage Company
Philip Rinn Company
Whitets
Morse & Johnson
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Perry Heath
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