02 Oct 1897
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1897
Page
1
Rhody Shiel delivers a three hour political oration in Indianapolis, weaving personal history with attacks on rival figures and the city’s street railway deal. He praises honesty, blasts New York influence, and appeals to a broad, orderly audience including many colorfully, describing a dramatic crowd and a tearful close before curtain.
Bill Flynn led a large Democratic gathering in Phoenix hall on W Morris Street near Meridian Friday night. Mayor Taggart and other candidates spoke to about 700 attendees as rockets fired and a band played outside. The meeting was described as the largest and most pretentious yet held by the party.
A Madrid dispatch reports Capt gen Weyler recalled from Cuba as Spain contemplates a liberal cabinet under Senor Sagasta. In Chicago Weyler’s recall cited as a key step in Woodford’s Madrid negotiations, with experts split on the Cuban war’s conduct.
A charge claims the city withholds the White River interceptor sewer assessment roll to influence Mayor Taggart’s re election. Civio engineer Jeup says the sewer is unfinished and not yet inspected while Fulmer Seibert have not turned water for inspection. Rolls are complete and open to the public awaiting Board of Public Works approval.
Bazar Perkins, 16, was sent to the grand jury from poles court on Saturday morning charged with stealing $50 from his sister. His mother attempted to shield him, but he ignored her. When she visited the jail Friday evening, she cried, and he cursed her for coming.
An advertisement touts Mary M. Shedd as a singing teacher offering Italian method instruction with a free voice test. The blurb also mentions a 74 page or item reference and directs readers to view China Closets at Wm. L. Elder's, plus horse feed and laundry pricing at Metropolitan Progress Laundry.
Two Indianapolis colored militia units sought regimental status but were denied by Adjt. Gen. Gore after governor’s review. The letter from Captains Buckner and Porter complains of discrimination, alleging detachments avoid promoting a negro officer, while the T N G high command confirms no change in status.
Two large chests in the city clerk’s office contain 195,000 official ballots ready for Election Day. W. W. Thornton and Francis J. Reinhard hold keys and seal the chests. Sample ballots in English and German prepared for distribution. Election inspectors to be appointed next Monday night and may fetch ballots after the following Saturday.
Frontier items report Deputy Jerry Fotey and Chas P.oster not resworn under Mr Kercheval, prompting pay reconsideration. Kercheval asks Tracewell to authorize pay. Congress may issue a bill to grant back pay. Company A Indianapolis light infantry plans a grand ball at Masonic hall with Mayor Taggart attending. Daisy Williams granted divorce for cruel treatment. Church study topics at Sixth Christ Church: What shall we do and Baptism and temptation of Jesus. Widow of engineer Martin sues Panhandle for 10900 damages after Park at Market and Nollests. Mrs Bristow mourns the death of nephew Joe Bradfield. League of the Sacred Heart reports 21,060,000 members worldwide. meetings move to first Friday each month. Plainfield constable holds stolen bicycle to get $10 reward. plan to replevy wheel.
Dr W B Graig veterinary surgeon offers dog treatment at Wood's stable with contact numbers 1097 or 193. None better none cheaper promises handsome rigs quiet management best of everything least cost or no charge by Undertaker Whitsett.
New York racing toward the party contest as Republicans press regular nominees while Tammany and George supporters push a diverse coalition. Seth Low seems possible nominee with Jerry George rallying radicals from Scotland to Dublin and London. The Sun notes a clash between Travers and George with Lowmen optimistic about victory.
A gusher regional report notes steady flow and a Standard Oil sale while townsfolk plan a Friday October concert in Plymouth. The program features Wagner and Liszt pieces, with performers including Fleming, Meek, Hansen, Wilcox, and Wren Lewis, plus choir and organ solos. Local civic groups meet to appoint committees for Mayer Harrison and the Cook democratic club ahead of Gov. Mount’s arrival.
Indianapolis forecast shows fair weather for the next 36 hours ending 6 p.m. Saturday. Temperatures near 82 degrees during the afternoon with settled skies and light winds.
Forming classes daily at Gresh's academy and the corner office at 120 E Market St. Dentistry services awaited by locals seeking instruction and contact information.
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