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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1894
Page
1
James L. Dickerson, 75, a patient at the City hospital, attempted to climb down an improvised rope of bed clothing from a third floor window Friday night. The knot failed, he fell to the cement pavement, was found unconscious, and doctors say he cannot recover due to severe internal injuries.
A Friday afternoon excursion by rail along the Belt showcases city outskirts. Mayor Denny and Supt Zion lead a party of notable locals and guests through rural scenes, with cab rides on the engine, curious farm sights, and an old fashioned dinner at Mayor Denny's home.
Alpheus Sherwin Cody, of 104 EB Eighty-ninth street, a relative of Buffalo Bill, is reported missing. The World notes he has gone away with a well known society lady, prompting searches and speculation about his whereabouts.
Antwerp reports the French ship Alice sank in fog after a Saturday morning collision with the Swabian Balder. Six crew members drowned. The rest survived.
The Purdue DePauw Thanksgiving game likely moves from Indianapolis to Lafayette or Greencastle after a college presidents conference urged location based on regional requests. Purdue and Butler seek a replacement game here to satisfy Indianapolis fans, though nothing is settled.
The Indianapolis racing matinee featured bareback, pacing and buggy races amid cold weather. Howling Hiram entertained from a coal-oil stove as Sleepy Li, McIntire, Brady and others competed for cash prizes. The program closed with a 100-yard dash won by Abs Wechsler as forecasts warned of colder weather ahead. Upcoming amusements include Rehan engagement and various shows at English's, Grand, Park, and Wilbur venues.
Train N. 78 on the Richmond Fredericksburg and Potomac railroad was halted near Quantico Virginia Friday night. Bandits numbered six to eight, two cars wrecked, express car dynamited, safes rifled, passenger shooting. Loot estimated 150000 to 200000. robbers fled across the Potomac into Maryland.
In the Lebanon murder trial over Robb, the defense declined to present its theory to the jury Friday. Laura Wilson testified she saw the shooting at the Newsman street home in Indianapolis, stating her father had no weapon. Neighbors Lulu Wilson and Geo Jose and wife corroborated that Wilson had stopped quarreling and stood at the back door drinking from a cup when Robb fired the fatal shot.
Two burly negroes went to Mary Slack’s home near Flack’s brick yards in Flackville and attempted criminal assault. She resisted and they threw her to the floor, tearing clothing and striking her face. Police notified. no arrests yet.
New York October 18 Senator Hill arrived in the city early Saturday morning and went to democratic headquarters to confer with Thatcher for about thirty minutes Col McEwing of Syracuse remained with the senator until Friday night and then departed for Albany He may travel to Albany Saturday night STOLY TAR POT Pistols Beat a Royal Fiish all to Pieces Denver October 18 three masked men entered Sam Yarnell gambling room and looted about 400 before escaping Weekly Statement New York October 18 reserve increase 1396375 loans down 100000 plus specie up 675800 deposits up 1317000 circulation up 411000700 banks hold 60847300 The Switch Was Open Philadelphia October 13 Williamsport express wrecked at open switch Bryant injured The Czar In Nursing a Cancer Berri October 13 rumors persist that the czar suffers a hereditary cancerous kidney disease Bayard at Home New York October 18 Minister Bayard and family arrived on the Paris Driven Wells 40c rer Foot Frank Butts 193 Indiana Ave Phone 179 Price's Cream Baking Powder Awarded Gold Medal Midwinter Fair San Francisco
A sensational divorce filing and cross complaint detail marital strife. William Linder cites alleged misconduct by wife including public confrontations, disputes over property, and personal insults, seeking divorce and return of assets. The document, prepared by McCullough & Spaan, contains additional accusations deemed unsuitable for publication.
Aurelius J. Joyce Republican candidate for county clerk died at his Fletcher avenue home Friday night after a three week illness. He was 47 and will be buried Monday, the twenty fifth anniversary of his marriage. Survived by wife and four daughters, formerly auditor of the Ohio Southern railroad, and Sunday school superintendent. Contained are notes on political succession, local club events, and various notices and obituaries.
Rev Hunter refers to Rev Rondthaler as a monkey and praises Mayor Denny as 1,500 delegates register at Union station for the Christian Endeavor rally in Tomlinson Hall. Addresses by Rev Hillett and Rev Chapman mix with remarks on Breckinridge and political religion, with a noted photographer capturing the audience.
Paris reports a Pekin mediation conference to arbitrate the China Japan crisis. A fresh uprising against the Manchu dynasty is claimed near Hankow by a secret society. London denies China seeks peace. Olympic to be delivered to Mare Island for China service. US declines a four-nation triple alliance intervention. A bank cashier in York shoots himself. separate indictments accuse two Kansas City justices of mishandling fines.
A parade of Indianapolis residents comment on daily life and politics reflecting local views. Notable quotes touch car delays, party politics, school site concerns, media interactions, and civic observations from figures like Conductor Harvey Huston to Col. Kahlo and Ensign Cross.
Sophie Snider, 15, disappeared after leaving a note saying she would not return. Police investigate as neighbors recall a man arriving and Sophie loading belongings into a wagon. Father had warned her about running away and threatened the House of the Good Shepherd.
New York cloakmakers gain their point in quick time with no more piece work and shorter hours. Nearly all strikers will return to work on Monday.
General Harrison will make brief speeches en route to Indianapolis after leaving Evaxsviller, Indiana, on Saturday morning, continuing a roundabout trip with stops along the way.
The young wife in the Martindale case says no violence occurred and believes the baby died shortly after birth. She cannot explain the infant's remains, claiming the body lay on a tab e wrapped in newspaper. Constable Brumley traced the Brunson family from Martindale to Allisonville Nora and Hamilton County as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Capt Campbell urges the Sun to stop printing police reports exactly as written by officers. He notes many officers lack formal education and spelling, though he praises their integrity and crime catching abilities.
Police fail to link Adele Parott disappearance to a single clue. After leaving Muncie Wednesday she was seen in Indianapolis Friday morning asking to return home to buy a cloak but lacking funds. Her father alerted authorities while sister reported Adele with her in Bin gton later. A measles outbreak in a nearby district prompted health officials to suspend attendance for symptomatic children.
Senator Romeo Stuart returns after delivering 16 speeches across western southern and central Indiana. He dismisses fears of Democratic defeat and claims a full Democratic vote at the polls guarantees victory. He notes sugar and wool price discussions and urges readers to join a Big Four excursion.
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