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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1895
Page
1
In Indianapolis a chaotic scramble for soft political positions unfolds in the court house basement as Controller Eudorus M. Johnson battles over pay rates for election inspectors and other officials. The scene features a crowd urging jobs, grand claims, and a plan to improve city offices and water supply.
The Board of work on Friday announced appointments including M. C. Keppel as custodian of Greenlawn cemetery, John Kiley as custodian of Tomlinson hall, Michael Gantner as custodian of city hall, and Chas Garrard as street sweeping and sprinkling inspector.
Judge McCray handles two criminal cases Friday. James Solenberg receives two years for bicycle theft, admitting prior trouble and claiming multiple stolen wheels though only two were charged. His mother and sister weep as the unmovable prisoner listens. George Hunter of Kentucky, weak from lung hemorrhage, is leniently treated after confessing to forging a $36 check and selling it for $5. He is jailed until funds arrive to pay the landlady and costs, then will be released due to poor health.
William Blake Sr. and three others were found guilty of Raymond Mears murder. Blake Sr. received life imprisonment while the other three were sentenced to hanging in December. After sentencing a mob overpowered authorities, freed Blake Jr. and hanged him with a plow line in a nearby woods, with shots fired.
Dr Abbie J Seymour a noted physician and artist commits suicide by leaping before a West Shore train near a water station in Cerrano New York. She had used crutches since a hip nerve injury from study in Chicago, and her mind darkened by chol melancholy preceding the act. Henry Waring of Waring Bros London Isag sues Stoughton J Fletcher and John J Elder of Indianapolis for 882000 over railroad stock possession and related suit filed in Marico county.
Fire in the sugar trust blocking area of Williamsburg Friday morning damaged about 1,000 bags of sugar stored there and caused nearly ten thousand dollars in property loss. Suga: New York.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity through 8 p m Oct 19 calls for fair skies, warmer temperatures, with conditions easing into Friday night and continuing through Saturday.
The Chilian cabinet resigns amid political turmoil while the Sultan agrees to reforms in Armenia. Reports of a Thursday Detroit streetcar collision injure several. The Republican National Committee meets in New York on Friday. Prosecutions continue for the murderers of Lenz the St Louis bicyclist in Turkey. A bank cashier shortage in Fort Scott Kansas shows 50,000 rather than 23,000. South Carolina contemplates making lynching a misdemeanor under a constitutional convention plan. An incident near Metz as the German emperor passes toward the cathedral. Arrests are being made broadly.
Frank Butta advertises stove connections across the city for 80 cents and provides telephone number 1791 for service inquiries.
Newspaper men and notable figures gathered in the Press Club rooms to honor Maurice Perkins. James Whitcomb Riley Morris Ross and Solomon Hathaway led tributes praising his poetic talent humor and community impact. A funeral committee was appointed and floral tributes were arranged for Saturday at 3 pm.
In Pour Dead Franklin Washington Oct 18 fire broke out on the main hoisting slope of the Oregon Improvement Company's mine. John H Glovers W Smalley John Adams and James Stafford were killed when August Johnson dropped a lamp igniting a gas feeder. He fled for help as timbers burned and smoke thickened. Four men volunteered to seal the doorway but their fate remains uncertain and bodies unrecovered.
In San Francisco on October 18, Mrs. Durant reports persistent cash subscription solicitations by confidence workers to aid in her trial expenses. A mysterious woman shadows her, unseen when confronted, leaving Mrs. Durant anxious and unable to identify the follower. Durant declares he will see no more reporters.
Rockport Massachusetts October 18 The battleship Indiana began its trial run at 10 04 15 am Friday. It passed the first stake boat at 10 52 am and appeared to be moving about 13 knots. It reached the Dolphin second stake 12 miles out at 10 56 am with its wake showing it was pushed hard.
An explosion of a gas stove in a downtown New York printing house injured several girls Friday morning. The stove was in the dressing room where they prepared for work. The door was locked but automatic sprinklers flooded the room and put out the flames.
Nellie Easley a 21 year old girl from a cultured family hanged herself Thursday night in her father's orchard in Motunti Wasu Hineton Ky following unreturned affection. The incident occurred in a rural setting and investigators are looking into the circumstances surrounding her death.
A spark caused a roof fire at 861 E Market St in the Davis home Friday with losses around 2 dollars. Samuel Fine of 104 Torbet St suffered a crushed hand at the Outing bicycle factory Friday morning requiring three finger amputations at City Hospital. A stove fire due to a bad flue damaged the Meyers home at 98 Yandes St destroying the one story frame house with losses near 500 dollars. Friday night Chicago Art Institute lecturer Mr. French will speak at Plymouth Church with sketch board and stereopticon. advertisers promote mantels and bookcases and Lemon Tonic Laxative for appetite and brain clarity.
Schuyler C. Haughey testified in his own defense in federal court, denying any intent to defraud the Indianapolis National Bank. He described his role at the curled hair and glue firms, his knowledge of the debt, and his belief in his father’s honesty despite revelations of large indebtedness and bank loans.
Indebtedness revealed in 1886 as father urged filling notes. Trial coverage notes cross examination ended early and defense jokes. Prosecution begins at 11 o clock. jury to decide by noon Saturday.
In Lirtion Roen Ark Oct 18 sheriff returns with prisoners after a planned arrest not completed. Governor Taylor says the fight will not occur in Hot Springs or Arkansas and disputes Tuesday proceedings. Citizens offer 24606 as guarantee to avoid interference and propose moving the amphitheater from Dallas to a new site.
An article series by Ger Ervinson will appear in December in Ladies Home Journal. The pieces titled This country of ours will explain the national government in clear language. General Jurrison aims to make constitutional workings accessible, focusing on the constitution and legislative powers, targeted to women readers.
A six year old girl was fatally crushed by a fenderless car on a Fifth Avenue cable line. Witnesses describe the car running over the child, leaving her body in a torn mass. The conductor allegedly used a spoon and tin pan to collect remains while the company defends not fitting safety fenders.
The Supreme Court overruled a petition for rehearing Friday in the fee and salary law case involving county treasurer fees. The Vigo County treasurer brought the original suit, contending errors in the court’s prior ruling that upheld the law.
Lord Rosebery stated at the opening of a new Liberal club in Scarborough that the house of lords constitution is the main obstacle to reforms and stability, arguing the nation would have seen different election results had this been realized.
Totepo Oct 18 Associated manufacturers locked out 5000 workmen in ten bicycle factories Friday morning after tool makers demanded a 10 percent wage increase. Maprid Oct 18 83000 more men to be summoned for active military duty this year. Twenty four thousand to be assigned to the colonies.
Bishop Haygood of the Southern Methodist Church is critically ill at his home in Oxford Georgia on October 18.
An old advertisement touts John M. Lilly Lemon Tonic Laxative in large bottles claiming to boost energy appetite and mental clarity. The misspelled text suggests a health tonic marketed as a general energizer.
In Deturn Minnesota on October 18 Mrs. S. B. Brown arrives with five children after learning of her husband S. B. Green alias Brown secretly planning to wed Miss Lillie Greenhurst, daughter of Rev. Greenhurst. Brown flees by train to Fargo but is arrested en route. wedding canceled as Brown faces charges. Brown is described as an old trickster who previously left Mrs. Brown for a Tampa sister and ran multiple Texas establishments.
A collision occurred when Hose Wagon No.1 on Illinois street collided with a spring wagon carrying window glass Friday. One fire horse was hurt after the impact as it tangled with wagon springs. the other cleared the vehicle. The old man driver was knocked off but unhurt and walked away with his horse. The glass and wagon were shattered.
Emma Harrison of Franklin County files suit on Friday against Am brose P. Stanton executor and 82 defendants to invalidate the will of John Herron who died April 30 leaving a 200000 dollar estate. She seeks one seventieth share claiming Herron was of unsound mind when the will was signed.
Takao on Formosa's west coast was captured by Japanese forces on Wednesday. They plan to bombard Taiwaniu, the Chinese capital, on Friday. Black Flags hold Taiwaniu's defense, and their leader has rejected unconditional surrender amid heavy fighting expectations.
Rochester, N Y October 18. After a conference that extended to early Friday morning, garment manufacturers have agreed to concede all demands to the striking workers on the condition that they return to work at once.
San Francisco October 18 The presidential commission assigned to study the Nicaragua canal project is expected to issue a favorable report by November 1. The anticipated conclusion could influence ongoing discussions and future government decisions on the canal venture.
Four hundred thousand dollars in gold has been engaged for shipment to Buenos Ayres. It is probable that shipments of gold to Europe will be deferred at least until next week.
Fire at the Empire cordage works in Champaign Ill caused an estimated loss of 100000 dollars. The blaze broke out Friday and drew crews to battle the flames. No further details on injuries or cause were provided.
A Pointer explains a test to tell linen from cotton by moisture on the fingertip. If water wets through instantly it is linen. if cotton, the liquid seeps through after several seconds. Linen threads appear more uneven than cotton. Also ad for Lemon Tonic Laxative big bottles at 50 cents claiming energy appetite and clarity.
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