26 Oct 1897
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1897
Page
1
London dispatch reports Madrid’s stance against U S mediation amid gloom over Cuba crisis. Spain warns war could replace diplomacy, hoping autonomy with U S withdrawal ends rebellion. Note publicized as strong in tone to inflame popular opinion.
The league opener featured Lyra Casinos versus German-Americans at the German house and Old Guards against Independent Turners at Lira Casino alley. Independent Turners won 1365 to 1288. High scores highlighted the German house match amid a large, cheering crowd.
Carl D Wil lits 11 sues Atchison Topeka Santa Fe for 550 to settle personal injury claim from a collision on the line while returning from a Christian endeavor convention in San Francisco. Both sides agree to the amount. suit filed to effect court settlement. Boy not badly hurt but off work weeks. Also notes retailer clerk laments weather hurting business as travel and rain prayers grow.
The State printing board meets Wednesday to let the contract for state printing. A monument committee will report on a memorial for Major General Pleasant Hackleman, Indiana’s Civil War casualty. The meeting will also discuss plans for a monument and will convene at 10 o'clock Thursday in the governor's office.
Washington report says Miss Alice Belknap, daughter of the late War secretary under Grant, broke an engagement to Paul May of the Belgian regiment by cablegram. May, a Hebrew, faced strong opposition from his mother and church, leading to a mutual decision to end the engagement. The incident stirs diplomatic chatter.
Lyme Conn Oct 24 The Holy Ghosters or Thornes band a small religious sect with about 20 followers in this town are under scrutiny after reports of brutal treatment aimed at an old woman near death from rheumatism. The sensational claims have the community in an uproar as authorities investigate.
A rumor fuelled purge threatens the detective bureau as the Board of Safety contemplates major resignations. Chief Splann and several detectives may lose their posts while replacements are sought from the regular force amid a surge of 666 applications and 20 vacancies.
Miss Katie Shayne, recovering after a laundry room accident at the Allen surgical institute Oct. 9, has undergone multiple skin grafts from volunteers to cover a exposed skull. Her fiancé vows to marry her if she recovers as doctors increasingly rely on grafted skin to restore her appearance and strength.
The amended complaint in the divorce case of Mrs. Derupper alleges Cornelius Vanderwerf and his wife were induced to sign and transfer property deeds and a power of attorney by Derk DenRuiter. It claims he obtained the wife’s signature on a conveyance worth 2500 to his daughter and transferred 400 to his daughter for creditor fraud, seeking relief for cruelty and fraud. Also noted is the Indianapolis exhibition of a new chainless bicycle arriving at Lilly & Stalnaker’s, praised for simplicity, low noise, dust protection, and efficiency.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity covers 64 hours ending Tuesday afternoon. Expect fair skies overnight Tuesday with cooler temperatures, followed by fair conditions Wednesday with a chance of rain and a cooler night. Noon Tuesday temperature was 68 and 2 p m reading reached 72.
In Blackford County two township trustees skipped meetings to thwart the June biennial election of county superintendents. The Indiana Supreme Court, in a Jordan written opinion, affirms a lower writ ordering Wampler to attend and preside. It warns that persistent neglect risks civil government and carries potential imprisonment for a second offense.
Annie C Meyers chairwoman of the World’s Fair Board of Lady Managers appeared before Justice Martin in Chicago Tuesday. She begged to be released to leave the city within 24 hours, claiming a cocaine addiction has wrecked her life. The judge, moved by her plea, detained her to await grand jury action while considering remedies for her alleged physical and mental distress.
Madey Young and Maud Mitchell, colored girls, were arrested as bad characters on Monday with Jack Strange who escaped the workhouse. In police court they raised a wild yell, were sent back to jail to the dungeon, then returned and fined $10 each. Westover, also arrested, was fined $10. The group was sent to the workhouse.
Attorney George Ryman was arrested at 11 a m Tuesday on a charge of assault and battery against John Thornton. Thornton, drunk, tumbled down stairs, injuring his face. Ryman claims he only pushed him aside. Thornton also jailed. John Stutz died at City Hospital aged 55 after being received from jail Oct 19. Coroner to hold inquest. A $10 box car fire at Haughville and a minor gas fire in a school house No 28 were reported. A frame shed at 216 W Thirteenth st used by Mrs Jones and Mrs Cary burned with minimal loss.
Emma Kimball, boarding house operator at 250 NW Senate Ave, sues Bernard Muller for 19000 in circuit court. She alleges Muller on July 16, 189? called her an assignation house to a neighbor. defense to prove the remark factual.
Albert Lieber is due back November 10 and rumors say he, Perry, and Claypool may resign from the park board if the mayor does not grant more running latitude. The commissioners reportedly favor funding the park system by assessments, while the mayor has halted that plan. The board plans to speak up on Lieber’s return, though the mayor and allies deny any such step.
Police report recovery of a pin with five diamonds valued at 150 dollars and a ring belonging to Detective Wilson's son after a prior residence robbery. The thief is jailed awaiting trial and pawned the items in Cincinnati.
Mary M Shedd advertised as a singing teacher using the Italian method. Voice tests offered free. The notice notes age 74 and references building context.
Powell Madans aged 1, son of Wm. T. J. Madanis of 75 Orange-ave., was placed in Plainfield reform school after authorities tracked him for weeks. He disappeared after a half day at the institution, reappearing Tuesday morning dirty and hayseed covered, claiming to have slept in a box car. He has a history of runaways and long travels from New York to San Francisco.
Oral argument before the supreme court will test the constitutionality of the State board of tax commissioners action ordering the taxation of life insurance policies. Greene Smith leads for the challengers with A J Feveridge and Korbly assisting. Silas Shepard opens for the state and ten Ketcham closes with an hour.
MADRID October 26 A mutiny broke out at Santander among troops awaiting embarkation for November 5 transport. The mutineers were forced back to duty but widespread discontent persists among the soldiers. Feed your horse Janes Dustress Oats See the new Sideboards William L Elder.
A Tuesday night meeting will elect a councilman at large to replace Thomas J Montgomery who resigned to join the Board of Public Works. Dr E H Pritchard is to be chosen, per Democratic plans, with Mahoney to be named council president. Odds on Pritchard accepting are tied to a veterinary surgeon post, while little other business is expected. Metropolitan prices at Progress Laundry.
In Rosehill cemetery Macon a sudden localized rain has fallen for four days above a soldier’s grave despite clear skies. Mayor Price referred the case to Col Bridges Smith for inquiry after workers noticed a rain patch the size of a house parlor. The sexton confirmed the phenomenon as true.
A dispute over Dr Ferguson’s removal sparks a health board struggle. Dr Morrison, allied with gold Democrats, resists removal while Drs Durhem and Lockridge push to oust Dr Kersusen. A meeting is planned to reveal likely resignations and shifts, with civic officials and physicians watching closely.
City streets see a revival of penny slot machines after police bans. Some devices moved to cellars then returned to cigar and drug stores across Massaclin s Indiana and Virginia avenues. Dealers now offer gum sticks for pennies and nickel machines provide small value. Public opinion remains wary of gambling for children, but the nickel variant is viewed as less harmful. Meanwhile Y M C A lecture seat sales at English's Opera House set a record, with most season reservations taken though a few good seats remain. Madame De Vere Sapio opens the course with the Redpath concert company on Wednesday November 3. Maurice Diggins, state house janitor for supreme court rooms, has been notified his services are no longer needed but he contests the move.
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