Indiana election officers face pay dispute over doubled wages
The piece complains that Indiana election officers, especially inspectors, received three days pay for recent elections while judges ruled two days sufficient. It cites past court rulings upholding one day or two day pay and criticizes Controller Johnson for increasing compensation without clear legal warrant. It notes the burden on officers to leave businesses and calls out county and city officials for laxity.
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Indiana
Johnson
Superae
Marion County
Traveling salesmen confront drug trust over layoffs
A Lake Erie drug exchange comprising Detroit Cleveland and Toledo wholesalers faced threats from traveling drummers to form a rival company if any salesman was laid off. The intimidation led the trust to rescind layoffs as McCaslin and Bookwalter push for continued action and investigation, amidst questions about political influence.
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Lake Erie Drug Exchange
Detroit
Cleveland
Toledo
Lake Erie
Fragmented Writings Describe Public Debate and Training
The text shows disjointed phrases about gas supply, election promises, and legal concerns. It mentions practical training for students and reflections on speeches and public spectacle, with scattered references to education and governance.
Fragmentary 19th Century Political Snippet Rife With Allusion
A terse excerpt references Taggart and Tron, mentions poolrooms and oldsea remarks, and calls for a Republican council to probe the courthouse basement while decrying perceived wrongdoings. It hints at Democratic and Republican tensions and a wary readership stance.
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Taggart
Tron
Oldsea
Obscure Folklore Echoes in Colonial Indian Neighbor Tale
Comic vignette recalls Bookwalter and McCaslin noting a solemn Indian figure entering a neighbor’s teepee uninvited in search of edibles and belongings. The incident frames tensions over boundaries and cultural intrusion in a rustic setting.
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Bookwalter
McCaslin
England’s Oilsize in Recent Military Operations
A compact note reflects on how England adapts amid ongoing military actions aided by American support. It highlights resource focus and strategic shifts in response to Allied wartime demands.
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Uncle Sam
England
Notable fund for orphans cited in theater tribute tale
Col Frank Small recalls in 1896 meeting with Rose Coghlan at Albaughs opera house. A lady donated $25 to pay for 100 orphanage children tickets, via a check from George Dewey, illustrating philanthropy in the arts.
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Col
Frank Small
Washington
Rose Coghlan
Albaugh
Opera
George Dewey
Adam
Mr. Dewey
Navy
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Ambiguous OCR Note on Anniversary and Enlargement
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a tenth anniversary and an enlargement reference next to a libra term. No clear names, dates, places, or outcomes are readable to form a fuller item.
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Ailikony
Libra
The Man the Boers Hated Cecil Rhodes
A historical portrait of Cecil Rhodes, detailing his rise from a poor student to a dominant South African political and business figure. It notes Boer opposition to his citizenship, his vast diamond and gold interests, and his role in shaping Transvaal politics and Cape governance.
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Cecil Rhodes
Chamberlain
Rhodes
London
South Africa
London Statesman
Transvaal
England
Eng
Cape
Jane
Oxford University
Napoleon
Gape Town
Hoosier Pensioners List With Various Allocations
A compiled roster shows original and additional pension amounts for numerous Indiana residents, including John A. M. La Pierre Rushville and William McMullen Woodbairn, with varied sums from $4 to $17. Also listed are restorations, increases, reissues, and widows, detailing names and towns such as Valparaiso Monroeville Lafayette Richmond Elkhart Indianapolis and many more.
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John A. M. la Pierre
South Band
William McMullen
Woodbairn
Johannes’ Loebs
Byvansville
John W. Langford
Rushville
Charles Andersen
Valparaiso
Adam Cagnet
Monroeville
William A. Gray
Graysville
Daniel Fisher
McCordsville
William R. Wier
Perryville
Thomas Ince
Lafayette
David M. Cole
New Washington
Nathaniel Reéner
Cory
Adam Burr
Jordan
Joseph B. Gittings
Soldiers’ Home
Grant
Linton
James DL. Whaley
iGreen
Lewis K. Harris
Richmond
John A. Maze
Elwood
Dennis P. Coonred
Monroe City
George Schafer
Wm. P. McLain
Muncie
Hiram P. Ellis
Rockport
William Pal
Freight baggage transfer message to Indianapolis
Railway passenger note advises saving time on baggage delivery by presenting railroad checks to Frank Bird Transfer Company's agent at the main east of Union Station in Indianapolis. The fragmentary notice implies a baggage transfer arrangement likely for travelers or shipments.
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Indianapolis
Frank Bird
Enion Station
Sun editorial defends school committee slate and Goss claim
A letter argues the Commercial club and Citizens education society nominated ten men for Indianapolis school commissioners to serve public schools with wisdom and integrity. The writer denies any aim to shield Superintendent Goss and credits the committee for backing capable candidates and a strong school board outcome.
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the Sun
Commercial Club
Citizens" Education Society
Goss
Mr. Goss
Board of Commissioners
SUN
Indianapolis
Indianapolis Sun Enlarged and Improved in New Form
The Indianapolis Sun is issued in a new, enlarged, and improved form with marked enhancements. The penny paper announces its prosperity and describes its revived, spicier presentation as a strong fighter in the newspaper market.
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Indianapolis Sun
Madison Courier
Capital
THE
SUN
Muncie
Patents for Indians and others listed in Indiana records
A collection of patent notices from Indiana figures including Charles D. Bennett Elizabethtown Wm J Cole Evansville Sylvester P Grey Fort Wayne Robert W Inglis Summitville and others with items such as air valve gear ing for washing machines lock display rack buggy top rest roller gearing acetylene gas headlight acetylene gas generator extension platform and fence machine registered in various towns and counties.
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Charles D. Bennett
Elizabethtown
Wm. J. Cole
Evansville
Sylvester P. Grey
Fort Wayne
Robert W. Inglis
Summitville
Charles W
B. W. Hudson
Kirkland
John %. Miller
Indianapolis
Elder F. Obenchain
Logansport
Charles H. Pagett
Lafayette
Isaac Russell
George E. and
F. Kahler
Seymour
George P. A. Wisenborn
Attica
B. and O. Orders For 8,860 Box and Goal Cars
Baltimore October 26 The B and O railroad placed orders for 1 400 box cars with Pullman and 1 000 with South Baltimore car works. Cars to be built to B and O standards. Total orders exceed 8 860 box and gondola cars for delivery in six months.
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Baltimore
B. & O. Railroad
Pullman Palace Car Company
South Baltimore Car Works
Everybody Should Read The Sun's Liners Seventh Page
The fragment urges readers to consult The Sun's liners on page seven for guidance or insights. It highlights the value of timely advice and familiar sections, framing the page as essential reading.
War reports filtered by censor and sports heroes rise
Reports from the South Africa war are filtered through the British censor and readers should discount early dispatches. The piece notes Gen. Harrison's visit to the prince of Wales and jokes about degrees and cold reception on his return. It adds that football heroes are now the season's popular figures.
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South Africa
Dom Paul
Kokomo News
Harrison
America
Andersen Bulletin
Warriors
Philippines
Washington Democrat
Transvaal
Evansville
Frankfort Crescent
Tor Otis
Reginaldo
Columbia City Post
Old Nurse for Children and Sleeping Car Line News
An advertisement proclaims Mrs Winslows Soothing Syrup for teething as the best remedy for infants and diarrhoea. It also notes the Wabash Railroad will run a weekly tourist sleeping car from St Louis to Los Angeles, departing Wednesdays at 9 PM with first car November 1, details via G D Maxfield at 42 Jackson Place Indianapolis.
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Wabash R. R. Co
St. Louis
Los Angeles
Cal
G. D. Maxfield
Jackson Place
Indianapolis
Ind
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Mark Hanna
Republican Council
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the &. Op
Glen McDonough
Laura Don
Oliver Hereford
Amy Leslie
Chicago News
Scotid
Henry W. Lawton
Manila
Gen. Lawton
Jeremiah Black
Bayard
Delaware
Ravenswood
Chicago ‘Daily News
Miss Bruffit
Hoosier Pensioners
Pettis Dry Goods CO
Paul E, Hulsman
Optician
N. Meridian St
Chas. Butterworth
Penn
Spirit OF the State Press
Hood
Kahn
Leak Wine Co
Norton’s
Iowa
Coldewey & CO
S. Delaware St
Grand Stor
Lady Windermere
Costu
Bess
Tim Murphy
Opie Read
Frank
Park
Jolly - Rovers
John ¥. Leonard
Sherman Wade
Mark King
George W. Munro
O'Shaughnessy
Empire Trbater
Buttery
Aries
English’s Opera House
Ten Star Entertainments
Tesgart
Wes
Taggart Butters
Denver
Pacific Coast
Peoria
Union’ Depot
H. M. Bronson, A. G. PA
Physicians and Surgeons
W. B. Fletcher
Pina
Mary A. Spink
J. J. Kyl
Jos. E. Morrow
J. A. Sutcliffe
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