Mohegan S Capped by Wreck off the Manacles
Falmouth dispatches detail the steamer Mohegan running aground near the Manacles, tearing a hole, sinking within 20 minutes. Reports vary on casualties, with 48 saved. List of cabin passengers and names of survivors include Maud Rondes, J. A. Duncan, and Stephen Crane’s wife believed aboard.
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London
Falmouth
Lloyds
Central News
Mohegan
Manacles
Jarmouth
Spain
Pemberton
Katy Erne Noble
Campton Swift
Rondebush
J. N. Adams
J. N. Metchine
Jas. C. Smith
R. D. Mensell
Victor Rawlins
Alfred Warren
W. Bredenberg
A. K Whitter
Jas. Ward
W. H. Hilsen
A. G. L. Smith
Geo. Manle
R. D. Watson
J. Nichlen
Hi. Sullivan
Thos. Moore
G. W. Thulow
Ti. C. McFarland
Thos. Nichols
Walter Whitehead
Frank Huntley
J. Wiginton
J. A. Duncan
Sacramento, Cal
Lloyd's
P. A. Baxter
James Blackey
W. J. Bloomingdale
Bushnell
H. F. Cowan
H. M. Cowan
Grandin
Grumbecht
A. H. Harrington
Miss Hart
John Hyslop
Richard Kelley
T. W. King
W. King
R. A. Kipling
J. J. Lelacheur
F. W. Lockwood
L. M. Luke
L. M. Larke
E. Merryweather
H. Morrison, Jr
Katherine Noble
D. J. O'Neill
F. A. Pemberton
F. R. Pemberton
Maud Rondebush
Couch
S. C. Crane
Stephen Crane
John H. Hyslop
New York
Miss Tessie Rober Nears Court Over Suicide Attempt
Tessie Rober, arrival from Pittsburg, leapt into the East River at Flushing in a failed suicide bid. Private John Cunningham rescued her, revived her at Flushing Hospital, and she plans to tell how Private George Minel, Cleveland native and son of a retired butcher, allegedly betrayed her with marriage promises. She awaits police court arraignment Tuesday on attempted suicide charges.
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Flushing
L.il
Tessie Rober
Pittsburg
John Cunningham
Flushing Hospital
Willet’s Point
George Minel
Cleveland
Garison’s
Minel
Unknown man arrested in Morrisina with odd protest letter
An unknown man was arrested in Morrisina after a search revealed a letter addressed to William McKinley the U S president claiming he sought assistance for the recouping of the holy sepulchre and stating he had previously asked for navy aid.
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New York
Morrisina
Wm. B. McKinley
U. S
Holy Sepulchre
United States Navy
Croker Leads Democratic State Campaign In New York
Richard Croker is in charge at state headquarters and driving an aggressive Democratic effort. Bets favor Roosevelt slightly, with large wagers at even odds. Croker predicts Van Wyck will win by at least 100,000 and compares it to Folger year. Roosevelt had a rough day, touring Troy and a rural fair with cheers but no speech.
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New York
Richard Croker
Roosevelt
Croker
van Wyck
Tammany Chieftain
Troy
Press Club Meeting to Feature President Richards
The Press club will convene Wednesday at 4 p m in Denison club rooms with President Richards as host. Several Indiana writers of note are expected to attend, and arrangements aim to make the occasion a notable event.
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Press Club
Richards
Denison
Indiana
Receiver Appointed for Allen Surgical Institute
The Union Trust Company is named receiver for the Allen National Surgical Institute to wind up affairs while partnership disputes among Drs. Allen, McLain and Krug are settled.
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Union Trust Company
Allen National Surgical Institute
Drs
Appellate Court Nominees to Appear on Ballot Says Court
Indiana Supreme Court upholds that the State Board of Election Commissioners must place the Democratic nominees for appellate judges on the election ticket. The decision notes the 1897 legislative extension and states lawmakers cannot appoint judges. the Republican committee also lists incumbents via petition for the ballot.
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Supreme Court of Indiana
State Board of Election Commissioners
Howard
McCabe
Hackney
Jordan
Monks
Republican State Central Committee
Pretty May Kellard to go on stage in Harlem tale
New York October 15 May Kellard famed for ties with William A. Wood Harlem real estate magnate plans a career on the stage to earn money to support Wood whose obsession wrecked his fortune. She saved Walter Langerman from prison by securing Barbara Aub's potential confession and has funded a home for fallen women and aid to paupers.
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New York
Kellard
Wm. A. Wood
Harlem
Miss Kellard
Wood
Walter Langerman
Barbara Aub
Langerman
Kansas Women Plan Fund for Gould Marriage Loss
A Wichita reader reports Kansas figures including Mrs. Mary E. Lease ex Gov Morrill Gov Leedy and wife Mrs Eugene Stanley will back a drive to reimburse Howard Gould five million dollars lost by marrying Katharine Clemmens. They aim to fund via church socials and home talent events to encourage love matches and show support for Gould's choice.
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Chicago
Wichita
Ikas
Mary E. Lease
Morrill
Leedy
Eugene Stanley
Kansas
Howard Gould
Katharine Clemmens
Did They Shake Between Generals Shafter and Miles
In Chicago on October 15 the two military chiefs Shafter and Miles crossed paths briefly in the Millard hotel corridor. Shafter sent his card to Miles' room but Miles was away. Miles invited Shafter up, but Shafter had committee duties and both generals avoided each other at respective celebrations.
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Gen. Shafter
Gen. Miles
Millard Hotel
Omaha
Santiago
Porto Rico
Ghastly execution at San Quentin shocks spectators
At San Quentin on Friday John Miller hanged for killing James Childs in 1896 amid jealousy over Nellie Ryan. Witnesses described Miller’s head nearly severed as the drop ceased, with the jugular vein torn and blood splattering the gallows and floor.
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San Quentin
Cal
John Miller
James Childs
Nellie Ryan
Childs
Miller
Death Threat Echoes in Verden Negro Transport Bid
In Verden Illinois on October 15 soldiers patrolled rail yards and country roads amid plans by Chicago Virden coal company to move multiple carloads of black workers. Militias arrive, authorities vow to hold guards, and miners threaten violence against manager Lukens if he remains. Governor Tanner opposes the plan, with potential bloodshed anticipated.
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Virden
Ill
Chicago-Virden Coal Company
Lukens
Train of Virden strike victims reaches St Louis
Fifty seven Negroes from Springfield Mississippi? arrive in St Louis Friday night after a train attack by striking miners at Virden Illinois. They say they were promised transport to their former homes in Birmingham Alabama but found themselves stranded. Six guards wounded at Virden also arrive.
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ST Louis
Virden
Ill
Union Station
Springfield
Birmingham
Ala
Illinois
Phelps Collapses During Supreme Court Argument
E J Phelps former Vermont minister to England during Cleveland's first term collapsed Friday afternoon while arguing before the United States Supreme Court in the Southern Railway vs Carnegie Steel case. He spoke for an hour before his voice failed and he sank into a chair. Doctors attributed his illness to overwork and lack of nourishment and ordered rest with a recovery expected in a few days.
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Washington
E. J. Phelps
Vermont
England
Cleveland
United States Supreme Court
Southern Railway
Carnegie Steel Company
Mr. Phelps
Fanny Davenport Leaves Vast Estate to Husband
Boston, Oct 15. Fanny Davenport died recently and left the bulk of her estate to her husband Melbourne McDowell. The will, drawn in 1892, assigns $250000 to $000000 to him and $35000 to brothers sisters nephews and nieces. Her library of 40000 volumes and jewels valued at $100000 are not provided for in the will.
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Fanny Davenport
Boston
Mass
Melbourne McDowell
Mrs Guilford to testify in own murder case hearing
Mrs Nancy Guilford of Bridgeport Connecticut mid wife charged with Emma Gill murder will testify in her own defense at the next hearing. Her solicitor plans to use the new criminal act to admit identity but claim innocence. Extradition unaffected. Prof J D Forrest of Butler College to preach at Sixth Christian Church Sunday services.
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London
Nancy Guilford
Bridgeport
J. D. Forrest
Butler College
Sixth Christian Church
Dr. Lucas
American Christian Missionary Convention
Chattanooga
Tenn
Spain's commissioners seek relief from Wuhan debt
The Journal's Paris correspondent reports Sasasta demands relief of all responsibility for the Wuhan debt and insists on Spanish sovereignty in the Philippines. He warns negotiations may break off and the Spanish commissioners recalled unless the United States concedes on these points. Senor Montero Rios urged magnanimity toward Spain at the Friday meeting.
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Wuhan
Philippines
United States
Madrid
Senor Montero Rios
Schley Narrowly Escaped Disgrace Amid War Secrets
The Chicago Tribune reports Commodore Schley faced recall for a misread plan during the Spanish American War. Cabinet officers and President McKinley debated relieving him. ultimately Schley remained in command under Admiral Sampson after a brief rebuke and reassignment.
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Chicago
the Tribune
Commodore Schley
McKinley
St. Louis
Schley
Key West
Cervers
Cienfuegos
Cervera
Santiago
Havana
Cienfueros
Watson
Sampson
Jury Unable To Reach Verdict In Mrs Goodin Trial
After 351 hours in the jury room the twelve jurors failed to reach a verdict on Maud Goodin charged with inciting Luke Klein to throw acid at Dr Aimee Naskinson. Foreman said nine for conviction and three for acquittal, with two dissenters ready to hold out all winter.
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Maud Goodin
Luke Klein
Aimee Naskinson
McCray
Foreman Blank
J. J. Cassady
Danie Huffman
Wm. M. Boyd
Boyd
Platt Faces No Loss After Tioga Bank Defalcation
Noted Tioga national bank president Senator Platt reports no loss to his holdings. EH Stone, assistant cashier, confessed guilt and died by suicide, shocking Owego residents. Depositors are reassured as Platt says deposits remain safe though the bank may not reopen.
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Owego
N. Y
Platt
Tioga National Bank
EH Stone
Stone
Indianapolis Weather Forecast for Mid October Weekend
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 26 hours ending at 8 p m October 16 indicates warm air for Saturday and Sunday. Morning temperature at 7 is 38 with readings at 12 o clock 52 and at 2 p m 56.
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Indianapolis
Milburn to Preach on Czar’s Disarmament Plan
Rev Joseph A Milburn will speak Sunday morning at Second Presbyterian Church on the topic The czar s proposal for the disarmament of the nations.
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Joseph A. Milburn
Second Presbyterian Church
Pro Bono Cigar Ad Screens at 5 Cents
An old advertisement from Strawmyer and Nillus at 37 Monument Place promotes a 5 cent Pro Bono Cigar alongside robes and blankets and a “Good 10c Smoke” offer.
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Strawmyer & Nillus
Dr Bull’s C Cough Syrup Advertised As Efficient Cure
An old advertisement extols Dr Bull's C Cough Syrup as a highly efficient remedy for savers and colds, claiming notable relief and effectiveness. The fragment suggests a period tone of trust in patent medicines of the era.
Pennsylvania Lines Homeseekers Excursions Announced
Pennsylvania Lines promotes homeseekers trips to northwest west and southwest regions. Tickets available for ages seven and older. Travel date listed as October 18 with interested parties urged to call for details and booking.
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Pennsylvania Lines Homeseekers
Gale
Pactivctars
Bishop Horn to preached and lecture at First Evangelical
Bishop William Horn of the Evangelical Association will occupy the pulpit at First Evangelical Church New York and East streets on Sunday. Monday night he will give a German language lecture on his European travels under the auspices of the young people's society. Admission free.
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Horn
Wm. Horn
The
Evangelical Association
First Evangelical Church
New York
East Sts
Young People's Society
Baney's Cabin Loot Tied to Morgan County Theft Case
Detective Splan reports a small cabin on Taney farm in Morgan county contained $100 worth of furniture bought from People’s Outfitting on installments. Baney paid 30, furniture delivered to a South-side residence, then moved it to his farm. Tools belonging to Henry Ixeley and a new store, plus a floor door escape hatch, were found in the cabin. A similar harness was later linked to Short’s stable, stolen over a year ago.
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Splan
Morgan County
Taney
Wiliam Short
People’s Outfitting Company
Baney
Heary Ixeeley
Massachusetts
Short
HL. J. Prior
What Flavor Please Anniversary Soda Day at Orphan Asylum Aid
On Wednesday October 19, the fiftieth anniversary of George W. Sloan entering the drug business will be marked by a soda fountain charity event. For one day the fountain will be run by Indianapolis area ladies who will serve beverages to patrons seeking The Foaming Beverage. Morning hosts include a long list of named ladies. afternoon hosts continue with more named participants.
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George W. Sloan
Indianapolis
Oran Perry
J. B. Wilson
J. B. Elam
F. F. Mex« Crea
J. C. Wright
A. C. Harris
Henry Coburn
E. B. Martindale
Stoughton Fletcher
J. C. Smith
J. M. Butler
Special Sermon by Rev M L Haines at First Presbyterian
Rev M L Haines preaches the annual sermon before the National Prison Association at First Presbyterian Church Sunday morning at 10 45. The church evening service will unite with the prison association at Plymouth Church.
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M. L. Haines
National Prison Association
First Presbyterian Church
The
Prison Association
Plymouth Church
Laycock Factory Fire Loss Totaled at 24000
Insurance adjustment on the T. B. Laycock manufacturing company fire places the loss at 24000 with 14000 covered by insurance. The factory will be rebuilt immediately.
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Laycock
T. B. Laycock Manufacturing Company
John G. Stumph Dies in City Hospital
John G. Stumph died Friday at City Hospital due to congestion of the lungs.
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John G. Stumph
Colts and community news mix in Brenneke hall report
In Brenneke's hall on Saturday Dr. Franklin W Hays moved to 235 N Pennsylvania St The Ladies chapter hosts a reception for Company D 158th Indiana regiment A 5 percent dividend is declared boosting total to 60 percent The Union Trust Company acts as receivers for Arro company replacing Joe Hadcea
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Brenneke
Franklin W. Hays
Pennsylvania-st
158Th
Indiana
Indianapolis ‘Nativn
Union Trust Company
Arro Company
Joe
Cea
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Gould
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Huffmen
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van Natta
Cassady
Colle
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Klein
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