Bates House Ablaze In City Hotel Fire
Smoke poured from the basement of the Bates house near Webb's ticket office around 1 pm as guests fled. Firefighters fought dense smoke and torn the tiling to reach the blaze, saving possessions from upper floors while the building suffered heavy damage and an estimated 30 000 loss with 120 000 insurance. Residents described a chaotic scene with crowds, laughter from some observers, and brave efforts by travelers and staff to save belongings. The incident disrupted the street and exposed the theater of the fire and its aftermath.
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Sim Coy seeks vein change in Cannes Coy case and racial labor debate
A chaotic city update covers Sim Coy seeking a change of veins in the Cannes Coy matter, Bishop Jones arguing the south cannot spare negro labor, rising contagious diseases, 66 births and 30 deaths last week, and a police confusion over Nicholas Fox who failed to appear for a drank charge until a sergeant clarified Officer Brady stood good for his appearance resulting in $12.40 out of pocket. It also reports religious messages from Rev Mitchell at Fifth Presbyterian praising social church fellowship and Dr Lucas at Central Christian detailing a year of work, sermons, funerals, marriages, pastoral calls, and church growth since 1851.
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Bargain on Burt and Fach road shoes at Marott’s store
Geo. P. Marott offers Burt and Fach road shoes at 3.59 from 5.00, and Marott’s own make fine hat sewn shoes at 9.50 from 8.00 per pair. Every pair warranted. Located 16 Pennsylvania Street.
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Rominece of A Young Doctor-Stolen Away From Love
MILWAUKEE Oct 7 A romantic wedding occurred here Saturday night. Dr Robert Maercklein loved heiress Ella Koch despite rivals and a scheming clerk Lydia Marks who bet she could break his heart in a month. Lydia and her sister Flora hatched plots until Koch confronted the truth. the couple married amid family drama and a mob of guests after the father’s German rebuke. Stolen From Love Pittsburgh Oct 7 Abduction suit looms as Stella Weir fights Engle. Divorce bid erupts in Curiano where Keefe and wife sue each other separately. Cincinnati Oct 7 Osvar Ramtmelsburg dies in want after dissipation. his ex wife Miss Kate Wheat, now an operatic star in Europe.
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Death of Henry Lee Jones Deepens Katie Hood Case
Connersville Indiana oct 7 Henry Lee Jones a suspect in Katie Hood mystery death is dead He died at home late Saturday night claiming I die an innocent man The coroner sent Jones stomach to a chemist for analysis and holds another secret inquest He was worth about 50 000 to 75 000 and survived by his wife and four daughters Mrs Suteliff of Indianapolis Mrs Finney of Kansas City Mrs Charlie Baily of Rushville and Mrs Krebs a widow Funeral set for Tuesday morning
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Cuba Dam Threatens Waterfront in New York Town
Residents fear a major dam failure in Cuba New York as an aging structure holds about 50 million tons of water and remains unsafe. Officials warn the weakened embankment could breach at any time, prompting evacuations and emergency measures.
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Worrried Humbert Faces Penalty for Preachery to France
Rome reports Italy grips under tense mood as King Humbert seeks to appease the pope amid discontent over Italy's alliance with Germany and the Vatican's stance. Banking failures and shifting securities deepen gloom while Milan papers hint at possible policy shifts to restore faith in Rome. Humbert reportedly fears pretext to mend ties with France.
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Campbell to debate on platform over ballot box theft claim
October 5 special report from Logansport states Campbell will explain his altered connection with the alleged ballot box theft on the platform while his opponent will meet him for a joint debate. The opponent says he will refuse to meet a man charged with dishonesty.
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Double carbon lamp case before Judge Iresham in Ohio
In Deurt on Saturday morning Judge Iresham began hearing the Brush Electric Company of Cleveland against St Wayns Denny Electric Light Company Gnant granted to C F Brush for an improvement in double carbon lamps. Local lawyers Leggett Taylor and Seymour presented for complainants and defendants with arguments expected to run until Monday afternoon.
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Secretary Bayard and Miss Clymer to wed this November
J Dan Ransdall and family reside at 2005 Massachusetts Ave Washington. Congressman Roger Q Mills reports that the minority will control the upcoming Congress.
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Local Theatre Week Features Pompeii and Shadows
John Fay Palmer presents Last Days of Pompeii at English's Monday night, followed by Lights and Shadows melodrama about life in New York. The Red Spider stars Joseph J. Dawning and Sadie Dasson at the Park, then Nobody's Claim rounds out the week. Emma Abbott with grand company set to perform at the Grand Opera House. Arcade announces men and boys suits, prices 20 percent lower than rivals at 10 West Washington St.
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Grand Opera House
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Indianapolis Campaign Predictions Stir Local Politics
The Sun reports a brisk race with Sullivan favored for mayor and Taite expected to win the clerk race. Council changes appear likely with a Republican majority in Ward 20 and Democrats steering Ward 14, while party balance in the Board of Aldermen remains tight amid ward contests and power shifts.
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Remarkable Sea Tale of the Sovereign Queen
The coal carrier Sovereign Queen sailing from Melbourne to Indian ports vanished after July 13. A cyclone wrecked her masts and scattered the vessel thousands of miles off course. After days adrift with dwindling provisions, the crew were rescued and the ship reached port with only ballast coal remaining.
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Swedish Authorities Warn Mormon Missionaries
Stockholm reports that Swedish authorities plan repressive steps against Mormon missionaries from the United States amid widespread accusations. A government circular warns Swedes against their influence and hints at stricter actions if Mormons do not curb activities in Sweden and Norway.
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Stile Mystery and Induced Fire Across Indiana
A混 scattered set of notes reports a mysterious incident near Indianapolis involving Emsley Wright and an associated death claim, followed by a fire in Advance wiping out a livery stable and destroying Midland railway shops. The piece also mentions political letters, a pioneer’s death, and a baseball season wrap with Hoosiers’ weak pitching.
Giants Clippers Battle Ends With Flag Victory
New York gains pennant after victory over Cleveland while Boston loses at Pittsburgh. League standings show New York .654, Boston .649, Chicago .508, Philadelphia .496, Pittsburgh .462, Cleveland .464, Indianapolis .440, Washington .528.
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Boosers Win at Indianapolis in Crippled Season Finale
About 500 witnesses watched the Hoosiers best a shaky Washington squad in Indianapolis. Glasscock was sidelined by a finger injury, Buckley, Denny, and Andrews produced key hits, and Buckley sparkled with a run and fielding plays. Hoosiers pushed ahead with timely hits from Hines, Denny, and McGeachy, while Washington struggled with errors and late rallies.
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Chicago case renews focus on Snell murder plot
Detectives awaken to renewed hunger for truth as a burglary theory collapses. Authorities now believe the old man’s death was orchestrated by Don living in the city who hired gunmen to kill Snell, aiming for two bodies to prevent a confession. Major arrests expected soon.
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Special sale on Burt & Packard shoes at Ge c2 Marott
A local advertisement promotes Burt and Packard 36:00 button shoes at 23.50 with a $1.56 saving. Marott at 16 N Pennsylvania St also offers his own hand sewn button shoes at 5.00, former price 8.00, pale warranted.
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