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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1895

Page

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Sherman brands Platt a Judas and vows no presidential bid

New York reports Senator Sherman, in Mansfield Ohio, denounces Tom Platt as the Judas Iscariot of the Republican party. He recalls 1858 New York delegation efforts, asserts Platt sold the vote to Harrison, and says he will not seek the presidency again after 1880.

New York Sherman Ierald Platt Ohio Statesman Mansfield Tom Platt Judan Iscariot Republican Party Ife Pratt Harrison F Harrison Treasury Indiana Itarrison Tam Morton Republic Charles Foster Garfield Foster

Wall Collapse Buries Workers at Elmore Liegele Factory

An eastern wall of the Elmore Liegele factory collapsed during a Friday morning sewer trench dig. Over a dozen workers were badly injured and several were trapped but later removed. no fatalities reported and crews cleared debris.

Ouypr Elmore Liegele

Susan B Anthony declines retirement plan

Susan B. Anthony denies plans to retire from public life and says she will stay active while her health lasts. At 76 she remains vigorous and intends to keep working until she unexpectedly collapses.

Susan Anthony Heath Asa Tapena Susan B. Anthony

Jury finds for defendant in alienation suit

The jury in the case of Joseph H Lewis against Henry C Dawson returned a verdict Friday in favor of the defendant after hearing a damages claim of 10 000 for alienating his wife's affections. All principals in the suit are gray haired.

Joseph H Lewis Henry C. Dawson

Sympathy for Cuba Meeting Called by Mayor Dunlap

Anperson Indiana October 25 Mayor Dunlap issues a proclamation for a town meeting at the courthouse on the evening of November 1 to express sympathy for Cuban revolutionists. All citizens endorse the call.

Cuba Dunlap Court House

Kentucky bankers oppose free coinage of silver

OverEnsporo Kentucky on October 25 the Kentucky bankers meeting adopted resolutions unanimously opposing free and unlimited coinage of silver.

OverEnsporo, Ky Kentucky Bankers’ Meeting Lere

Money Run Out Halts Hennepin Canal Work

In Prixcyton Illinois on October 25 the exhaustion of appropriations forces suspension of all canal work until next month. Local officials cite funding gaps delaying ongoing construction and maintenance.

Prixcyton, Ill Hennepin Canal

Weather forecast for Indianapolis area ends Oct 26

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 36 hours ending 8 p m Friday night and Saturday calls for colder fair weather. Lemon Tonic Laxative ad promotes energy appetite and drainage with large bottles.

Indianapolis

Mothers Are Very Careless About Diphtheria Contagion

City sanitarian Ferguson tells Tr Sun diphtheria averages three new cases daily. He blames parental carelessness for spreading the disease as children recover and are allowed outside. warns against removing warning flags and neglecting fumigation. He notes mothers misattribute sore throats and delay care, urging strict precautions to curb the outbreak.

City Sanitarian Ferguson Tr Sun

Great Britain Readies to Strike Over Eastern Tensions

In Lonvoy October 26 officials discuss rumors China’s partition alarm. Russia allegedly gains anchorage at Port Arthur and rail rights in Liaotung. Japanese fleet recalled from Formosa as England moves ships to Coren. Headlines warn of possible broad war with Britain likely intervening.

Great Britain Russia Japan Germany France Lonvoy Hong Kong Port Arthur Liaotung Peninsula Formosa Coren Times Wll Globe United States China Gagetie England Hussain Vancouver Sydney

J Keir Hardie Lectures On American Labor Conditions

J Keir Hardie addresses American labor unions in a Friday lecture at English's hotel. He argues unions should unite politically toward socialism, defining socialism as shared land ownership and benefits, and notes America's vastness and resources impress him. He once served in the British Parliament and recently spoke in Chicago about the Pullman strike.

J. Krir Ward Mardie Jess Tar Sux America Sardie Scotland London Tlardie Chicago

Death of Rev Ranger Mourns Indianapolis Parish

The body of Rev. Ranger, who died in St Barnabas hospital Minneapolis, arrives in Indianapolis Friday. He served Christchurch Indianapolis and was an intimate friend of Bishop White. Born in Linne Connecticut 47 years ago, he studied at Yale and the General Theological Seminary. The funeral may be Monday at 2 PM with Greenwood burial likely.

Ranger Minneapolis Ile St. Barnabas Hospital St. Barnabas Chanel York Tudianapolis Bishop White Christchurch Indianapolis Conn Yale General Theological Seminary New York Ma. Ranger Greenwood N.Y

Francis Coffin to be sentenced. county to inspect new bridge

The article notes CLPY BPR Francis Coffin will be sentenced at o'clock Saturday morning. County commissioners plan a Saturday inspection of the newly completed bridge across Pileasaiatama. Gov. Matthews reports his son Sevinour ill with typhoid fever. doctors say the condition is serious. Robert Parker and Tiane Reynolds receive one-year prison terms for burglary under Judge McCray. Arthur 2. Schofield sues the city for injuries from a ditch fall. his father George Schofield also sues for 3,000.

Francis Coffin Glen Vuailey Pileasaiatama Gov. Matthews Sevinour Washington Robert Parker Tiane Reynolds North Arthur Sehofield George Sehofield Robert Tanguary New Jersey-st Larry Tutewiler Broad Ripple White River Bridge David Elliott Akry Lehrader Bros Ienry Magel Schrader Bros Indiana Centennial Commission Atlanta Myron D. Ning Commission Brutus Frank Lucy Hubbell Lewis Lillie Sauer Nitschlee J. M Mary Lansberry Robert Annie Willie J. Lehman Jase Cox Alice Martin Otis Williams Lula Mitchell Dalton A.siger Nettie H. Billingsley Charles E. Conkle Anna Shephard Larry C. Meyers Minnie Weaver John 8. Snyder Jeanette E. Combs Wm. E. Cramer Wyrinda Fishback John Bauerie Rose Pratt

Chrysanthemum Show Brightens Indianapolis Floral Week

The ninth annual chrysanthemum show will open November 5 in Pomlinson hall with 20 more exhibitors than before. Aims include elaborate displays, four large vases with 100 blooms each, and new seedling varieties. Cincinnati orchids travel in, Nepenthes are shown, and decorations honor the hall.

Pomlinson Hall Lndianapolis Cincinnati Indianapolis Yno Europe Orient Japan America

Heavy verdict in Udell damage suit against Citizens street railway

The jury awarded $11,500 in the Udell case against Citizens' street railway for injuries to a leg, in a $35,000 claim. After failing to answer two interrogatories, the panel was recalled, but could not resolve number 39 about intent to pay fare and was discharged to be retried. Capt. W. F. Mavens recalls a Civil War encounter describing a rebel’s jaw injury and a mistaken shot.

Udell Citizens’ Street Railway Company W. F. Mavens

Stoves Connected Citywide at 30 Cents

Frank Butts advertises stoves connected to any part of the city at 30 cents and offers driven wells at 40 cents per foot with a contact address on dna china avenue and telephone Ligh.

Frank Butts

Chicago meeting fuels GOP central committee intrigue

A Chicago conference attended by Charles Griffin Tobe Uert and Secretary Seeds sparks gossip about factional tensions with Chairman Gowdy and Secretary Seeds. Reports say Leeds or Gowdy will lose a seat on the state central committee next January, amid potential grafting and power plays within the party.

Gowdy Russell Seeds Republican State Central Committee Chicago Charles Gritfin Tobe Uert Mr. Seeds Les Mrnday Leeds Mr. Gowdy State Central Committee Tom Tamm Gowidly Charles Griffin

Cuban Victory After Four-Hour Battle in Santa Clara

Reports from New York cite a decisive Cuban triumph near Las Villas in Santa Clara province. Gen Maceo’s 3,000 troops defeated Gen Echagüe’s 2,800 with 80 killed or wounded and the Spanish artillery left on the field.

New York Cuba Ion Maceo Santiago de Cuba Nanchez Las Bilas Santa Clara Echague San Juan Valley Echagnne Madrid Tavana

Slashed His Throat Over His Sweetheart Going Blind

Frank Smith, 28, of 84 Maples Street, attempted suicide Tuesday evening by cutting his throat. He was treated by Dr. Wiley with 20 stitches and partially recovered. He said drink caused the act and that Grace Dankel, 19, his sweetheart who is going blind, was involved. she has been in hospital eight weeks. He visited her at the hospital Thursday with a throat bandage. Information suggests an effort to keep the affair secret.

Frank Smith Maplest Smith

Noted Pianist Dead in Manchester

Charles Tralle, the noted pianist, is dead in Manchester England. The report mentions health remedies and products named Lemon Tonic Laxative and Hoads Sarsaparilla, with no clear connection to the obituary. The text blends obituary note with unrelated advertising lines and names John M. Lilly.

Manchester Eng Charles Tralle

Child Life in Peril as Baby Girl Throws Across Tracks

A barefoot girl named Lydia Rogers, daughter of Ann Rogers of West Islip, twice flung herself before a moving express near Patchogue. She cried that her mother beats her and provides no food. Authorities plan to seek humane society care for the abused child.

Lydia Rogers Ann Rogers Wigkieave West Islip Humane Society

Nicholson Law Upheld in Saloon Case by Judge Cox

Judge Cox upholds Nicholson law section as valid police power in saloon case against Fred Brandt at 44 Washington. The decision rejects quashing affidavit asserting legislative overreach and cites Fletcher case confirming regulation and licensing of intoxicants. Brandt remains to answer the charge after Oct 1 arrest.

Cox Fred Brandt Washington-st Brandt Fletcher Supreme Court

Board of Health Holds Meeting with Admin Changes

Exit Dr Lambert Mayor Taggart attended as sole spectator. Dr Lambert named superintendent of the jury, Dr Leonard Bell installed. Former vault cleaning contracts to be replaced by owner hires. Ambulance contract with Lee Holtsman ended. new downtown livery firm to operate a free ambulance. Sanitary officers to be uniformed. meetings set for 7:30 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays each month.

Taggart Board of Health Lambert Leonard Bell Lee Holtsman

Professor Heeb Disavows Link to Arrested Man

Prof Heeb of the Indianapolis business university declares Edward Admire has no ties to his school or any related institution. Admire, arrested last Monday on assault charges against Sam E Lege, is said to be connected to another institution entirely.

Prof. Heeb Indianapolis Business University Edward Admire Sam. E. Lege

Johnson block sale confirms new building venture

The Johnson block on I Washington street east of Eastman Schleicher Lee burned store has been sold to a syndicate led by William Stevenson for 230000. A fine building will be erected on the site. Also a new Oak town schoolhouse burned Thursday night in Vincennes causing 10000 loss with 4000 insured. bedsteads and brass fixtures mentioned.

Johnson I. Washington St Eastman, Schleicher & Lee Wm. Hh. Stevenson

Sherman book sparks debate on Harrison Garfield and nominating politics

John C. New and others respond to extracts from John Sherman’s book. The writings accuse Garfield of treachery and Harrison of deals with Platt, prompting views that presidential nominations are often bought. The piece notes Huston and Michener’s role and contrasts loyalty with office-seeking rewards.

Birt Garfield Sherman Jfe Foster Harrison Platt Gale Mr. Harrison Huston Michener New York Ife Luston Mr. Sherman Bill Molman Ben Harrison Garfheld Williams College Board of Works John C. New Aly Thomson Tass

Armenia Turmoil Reports From Erzingjan And Marash Districts

Oct 25 dispatches describe fierce disturbances in Erzingjan with six Armenian deaths and a Turkish note blaming Armenians. The US cruiser Marblehead has reached Mersina to protect missionaries, while Armenians in Marash attack residents of four Turkish villages near Allepo.

Constantinople Erzingjan United States Marblehead Mersina Asia Minor Allepo Marash

Wreck of Burlington Flyer Injures Nine in Missouri

The overland Burlington flyer was wrecked near Waldron Missouri Thursday night. Nine people were injured including two mail clerks in the derailment reported from Kansas City Missouri.

Kansas City Overland Burlington Flyer Waldron

Last Regular Troops Leave Jackson Hole Area

The final regular troops have departed Jackson's Hole and the Ross Fork agency after a summer of efforts to quell Indian disturbances. The region now lacks government protection and order.

Pocarerie Jackson’s Hole Ross Fork Agency

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Judas Iscariot Bankers Theo J. Keir Hardie J. Weir Tarne Mr. Ranger Mattie John M. Lilly Dr. Lambert Vincennns Ind Oaktown School OF Rascality W. P. Fishbage John Sherman B. Harrison W.P. Fishback Thasos North Sea Mrs. Gladstone Hardwood Mantels, Grates. Inc M. Lilly
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