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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1888

Page

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Eight Workmen Killed in Lehigh Valley Train Crash

Philadelphia reports a deadly railroad accident near Mauch Chunk on Tuesday morning. A Pennsylvania freight train collided with a construction train carrying laborers, killing eight workers and injuring 26, many foreigners. Relief collected at the site as officials fear more deaths. wreckage scatters across tracks and cars.

Philadelphia Mauch Chunk Lehigh Valley Pennsylvania Lehigh Tamand Siding Lost Creek Pottsvile

Stubborn 34-Round Prize Fight Ends In Draw

A 34 round prize fight in Cincinnati back of Ludlow Kentucky ended in a draw. Combatants Tommy Burke of Boston and Tommy Connor of Cincinnati each drew blood and kept moving despite punishment. A $50 purse was split equally between both men.

Scincinnati Ludlow Tommy Burke Boston Tommy Connor Cincinnati

Tramp Found Dying in Freight Car Near Haughville

A 32 year old tramp, identified as Wy T Wilson of Logansport, was found in a freight car near Haughville severely exposed. He was taken to the city hospital and is considered to be recovering in a favorable condition. Indiana Banking Company Funds. Frederick Rand reports the bank’s annual receipts and disbursements, with dividends declared and most funds already paid. The receivership is expected to wind up as settlements proceed.

Wy. T. Wilson Haughville Logansport Indiana Hanking Company Frederick Rand Indiana ‘Banking Company Judge Tyler Sbe

Dakota prosperous with railroads wheat and settlers

Gov Church reports Dakota as thriving with nearly 760000 people include a third foreign born, about 1000 miles of railroad built, 60000000 bushels of wheat raised and 27000000 acres of unsettled public lands. New York and St Louis set to meet for world championship game as rain clears.

Bakota New York Gov. Church Dakota St. Louis

Canled Beck and Robinson Charged in Grand Larceny Case

Deputy sheriff returned from Vincennes with Ed Robinson who is wanted on grand larceny charges. Robinson allegedly robbed stockman Stevens of a gold watch and $35 during fair week at Tipton. Bench warrant by Judge Irvin led to arrest Monday. Mrs Joseph Servick fled Indianapolis with furniture and $1,000 after leaving with a man named Elder.

Canled Beck Ab Geuberse Vincennes Ed. Robinson Robinson Stevens Tipton Irvin

Two Murders With Walker Seen Near Crowds in New York

On a crowded Third Avenue corner a man collapsed from a fatal stab wound as a companion walked away unhurriedly. Witnesses, including William Garrett, John Dunn, and Albert Weber, described a dark moustached man in a derby hat. The victim, Antonio Gioccomio, fruit dealer, carried a gold watch, four rings including a diamond, and cash.

New York Hiller Third-ave Righth-st Diamond William Garrett John Dunn Albert Weber Garrety Antonio Gioccomio Tnoiidaye

Grubb Trial Fears of Lynch Party at Verdict

Sylvester Grubb’s trial proceeds amid heavy guard and public fear of lynching if the jury does not impose a hanging. Observers expect possible mob action and limited courtroom security as deliberations continue. A Knox county fair highlight featured a brutal stallion battle with both horses injured, alongside horse racing acts by Merv Thompson. Max Black faces $10,000 in sales and liabilities after a dry goods sale in Cincinnati. Emperor William departed for Naples amid demonstrative crowds in Rome.

Vincernes Sylvester Grubb Knox County

City Life News Bits From Champaign and Vicinity

Elder Gray will preach at Zion's church on Wednesday evening. Big Four trains carried coaches between here and Shelbyville on Monday. Catherine McNeely, widow of Elisha McNeely, died at 237 N Mississippi St. She was mother of Ham McNeely of the Jivansville Journal. Four men arrested as pickpockets were allowed to depart by the mayor on Tuesday. Augusta T Comstock had her divorce finalized and will return to her maiden name Augusta Tuthill. Police paid out 2.75 in uniform hat deductions that angered officers. Rev B M Harrison of Quincy, claimed youngest D D in US, to speak on temperance next Saturday and Monday at possibly post office corner or courtroom. John Grimes jailed for assault and drunk. fined 25 and 3 respectively. Charles Duncan discharged from grand larceny case. Jeff Dillard's case dismissed. See real estate offers on page 2.

Elder Gray Champaign Zion’s Broadbelt Depot Shelbyville Catherine McNeely Elisha McNeely Mississippi St Ham McNeely The Jivansville Journal Charles Burns Dan Norris Thomas Welsh James Harris Chancery Augusta T. Comstock Vazler Augusta T. Tuthill Ivo B.M. Harrison Quincy D. D United States Criminal Court John Grimes Denny Thomas McCormick E. Washington St Charles Duncan Cus Grand Jody Duncan James Abbot Jeff Dillard Silas Eaglan

Sugar inquiry into council corruption postponed again

Council committee led by Cal Best arrives at the city clerk’s office to begin hearings on alleged sugar use in council. Witnesses delayed, including Johnston and Harry Smith, as Cal seeks more statements. Sensing delays, the panel adjourns until next Tuesday with plans to issue subpoenas.

Darnell Johnston Cal Harry Smith Harry Cals Shearer Reynolds County Central Committee McKinney

Tragic Death The Cocaine Overdose Theory In McKinney

Oct 16 report on Dr C K Gregg death by apparent self harm amid cocaine overuse. Notes dated Oct 11 describe drug sensations and effects. Gregg, educated and fluent in Spanish German and French, was seen late at night with no obvious behavior changes.

Ceccaine Bros. McKinney C. K.gregg

Long John Wentworth Dies in Chicago Legacy as Politician Editor

Long John Wentworth died Tuesday morning in Chicago at his home. Born in New Hampshire in 1815 he moved west and entered politics serving several terms in Congress and as Chicago mayor from 1857 to 1860. He later led the Chicago Democrat newspaper and became a prominent landmark in the city’s growth.

John Wentworth New Hampshire Chicago Cougress Chicago Democrat Great West

Chinese Exclusion Ruling Triggers Deepest Local Low

In San Francisco on October 16 the U S circuit court decision upholding the Chinese exclusion act sends a gloom over the Chinese community. Friends abroad feel the impact as business of magnitude may fail, while a leading merchant foresees larger Chinese settlements in Canada and increased railroad trade for white runners between city and rail hubs.

San Francisco U. S Canada

Will Strike Again Unless the Old Men Are Given Their Places

North side street car workers resent terms of a recent settlement and vow to reinstate all veteran employees. They met to demand reinstatement and threaten another strike within 24 hours if refused.

CubcaGco

Real estate dealer goes alive after death report

W. W. Scott of Decatur, a real estate dealer, was reported dead of yellow fever over a week ago. He has suddenly appeared in Birmingham and says he was in St. Louis throughout the yellow fever excitement, in good health. He cannot explain how the death rumor started.

Birmingham Ala W. W. Scott Decatur St. Louis

Sowed Broad Cast Sparks Health Alarm in Buffalo

The small pox outbreak worsens as Miss Haggerty, severely infected, roams the streets in search of a doctor. Authorities fear spread and discuss quarantine action while nearby towns consider measures. Weather outlook notes fair, cooler conditions for Indians.

Buffalo

Democratic state committee declines funds for county parade task

Chairman Jewett answers the one hundred’s funds request, declining to contribute as the committee is local in character and directing aid to the court system. Taggart says the committee is partisan, favors a fair election, and proposes a Marion county Democrat led panel to pursue election law enforcement. Paragraphs cover parade plans, cross-party aims, and police readiness for potential Nov 8 demonstrations.

Jewett Demcratic State Central Committee Committee of One Hundred State Committee Democratic State Committee Huston Marion Marion County Indianapolis A. B. Conduit Silas T. Bowen Win Herderson John W. Murphy W. B. Burford Taggart Citizens Committee of One Hundred Quegart

Straited relations cloud emperor pope visit report

Lennox Oct 15 Spec says Emperor William’s Rome visit strains ties with the Vatican. The pope, short on time, is displeased with perceived deceptions. Reports claim William sought to color the visit as a pure holy audience, while others claim he aims to show friendship with France and outplay rivals with costly antics.

Lennox William Vatican Berlin Humbert Rome Rumbert Wiliam France

Allen G Thurman Honored At Massive Shelbyville Barbecue

About 80 000 people gathered in Shelbyville Indiana for a daylong tribute to Allen G Thurman known as the Old Roman A large Democratic delegation arrived by train from Cincinnati and crowds cheered as Thurman appeared He spoke at the fair grounds after a grand procession and a torchlight event was planned for the courthouse

Shelbyville Ind Allen G. Thurman Indiana Thurman Cincinnati

German Officials Seize Mackenzie Book Sparks Berlin Excitement

Loxpon Oct 15 dispatch reports 40000 copies of Mackenzie’s book seized by German authorities amid over 75,000 orders. German physicians Dr Bergman and colleagues refuse to respond, stating they have said all they will on the late emperor’s illness. The seizure motive remains unclear. In Indianapolis Judge Thurman’s visit from Shelbyville continues with political calls.

Loxpon Bergman Makenzie Berlin Mackenzie

K of L session centers on resignations in Philadelphia

The general executive board of the K of L meets in Philadelphia with five members present to discuss the resignations of Carlton and Barry among other important matters. Also noted is Naples reporting crowds applauding Emperor William during a visit with ongoing entertainments. Obituaries list several deaths and funeral notices with names and addresses.

Philadelphia The K. of L Messrs Carlton Barry

Infighting Roils Indiana GOP as Harrisons Ally Rushes East

Cincinnati dispatch reports a rift between the Republican National Committee and the Indiana State Committee over Indiana speaking engagements for Blaine and other leaders. Tensions rise as national leaders withdraw top speakers while Indiana officials push back, with Mr Miller sent to mediate and raise funds amid claims of a growing 11,500 vote majority.

Cincinnati The Enquirer New York Republican Nation Committee Republican-Etate Committee of Indiana Gen. Harrison W. H. “B. Miler National Committee Blaine Harrison Trdiana New Jersey Connecticut Wisconsin Michigan Blatos Plaine Europe Quay Maine Barrison Michener Alger Polo Ground New York City Mrr John C. New Miller

Progress to Add Y M C A Rooms and Electric Plant

Growth at the Y M C A has outgrown the current building and talks of improvements include adding a new stair and playroom for younger boys. An entertainment by the junior department aims to raise funds for the addition while plans include installing three arc lights and one hundred incandescent lights to save gas for future plant purchase. M A Porter is the new treasurer as officers follow in order.

M. A. Porter

The First Repair On Washington Street Pavement

A crowd gathered near the corner of Delaware and Washington streets Tuesday as workers dug up a section of new pavement. The material proved too hot when laid and had to be torn up and relaid.

Delaware Washington St

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