Corrected Poll Shows 3600 Gold Democrats in Indianapolis
A corrected poll by wards estimates more than 8000 gold democrats inside Indianapolis, with ward 2 adding 50 and ward 8 adding 49 to a list drawn from 1896 counts. The committee notes many supporters are outspoken against Bryan, while a “slope mouthed” segment is believed to exist in the party. The group plans another meeting Friday night to finalize policy as arrests and political tensions unfold in Kentucky and within local police circles.
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County Gold Democratic Executive Committee
Marion County
Bose
Bryan
Chasing Saulcy With A Huge Falsehood
Democratic colored men distribute circulars alleging Eugene Saulcy murdered Henry Todd. The flyer, signed by Julia Todd of 607 W. North St., claims Saulcy killed her husband as the Republican sheriff nominee. The item notes the circular details a shooting in 188.
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Julia Todd
North St
Eugene Saulcy
Henry Todd
Todd
Saul
Just Keep On Running John Blue Defends Bryan Vote
John Blue a democratic legislative nominee is seen amid street idlers arguing politics. Tuesday night he disputes with a colored McKinley man on Washington st. Blue claims Bishop Turner favors Bryan, while the colored man questions his claims. A second speaker notes Bryan’s defeat means he will keep running next time. The crowd of democrats approves as the exchange ends.
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John Blue
McKinley
Washington Sr
Bishop Turner
Bryan
Blue
Election Day Turmoil Over Negro Vote in Marion County
The two party clash over alleged fraud in Marion County centers on African American voters. Democrats accuse Republicans of padding polls with fictitious names and Chicago arrivals. Republicans deny the claims as a Democratic ruse while warning of enticement and detention plans. A colored bellboy, Kemp, and companion Frank Miltol face police actions with limited cooperation from witnesses.
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Chicago
Republican
Bookwalter
Taggart
Carter Harrison
Kemp faces loitering charge in police station
Walter Kemp, a Black man, alleges he was jailed for political reasons after being arrested by Patrolman McCarty. Kemp claims he is a Democrat and member of the Yellow Bridge Democrat Club, saying Republicans ordered his detention to block new members and referencing Roosevelt. The article records his claim at the turnkey’s office.
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Bryan
Chile
Frank Miltol
Spencer House
Kemp
McCarty
Walter Kemp
Carty
Yellah Bridge Democrat Club
Roosevelt
Gov Mount Faces Disfranchisement Applications Surge
Gov Mount endures a wave of requests from those disenfranchised seeking restoration to citizenship to vote. A rough visitor confronted him in the corridor and a private secretary noted the disturbance. No action on applications will occur before the election, party affiliation ignored. Several cases involve juveniles, including Republicans who stole a turkey and were jailed and disenfranchised. pardons remain rare.
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Gov. Mount
Wilson
Caustic Reply to Miller's Letters in County Politics
County Republican chairman Lew Akin responded to William Miller's request for a joint colored voters debate at Tomlinson Hall. The letter, likely written by C A Bookwalter, denounces Miller's Independent colored voters club as self serving, directs any debate through Taggart toward Senator Tillman, and condemns anonymous communications signed by a third party.
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Lew Akin
William Miller
Independent Colored Voters
W. Allison Sweeney
Bishop Derrick
L’omlinson Hall
Akin
C. A. Bookwalter
Miller
Independent Colored Voters’ Club
Sweeney
Taggart
Sweetey
Independent Voters’ Club
Tillman
South Carolina
Democratic Money Is Still Timid In Indiana Bets
The Denison betting board shows little confidence in McKinley’s Indiana plurality. Bets offered include McKinley not reaching 15,000 and Bryan gaining votes, with various odds on state outcomes and nationwide plurality. A few small wagers on McKinley’s election and local sheriff races were noted, while few takers appeared on Durbin or other speculative bets.
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Beveridge
McKinley
Indiana
Gov. Mount
Denison
Bryan
Illinois
New York
Ohio
Intiana
Kentucky
Maryland
Durbin
Walker's
Woessner
Sheriff
Burke Speech in English's Opera House Promised Crowd
Democratic nominee Frank Burke will speak at English's Opera House Wednesday night in a bid to sway labor policy critics. Former state senator George A. Byrd of Clay County will preside and broaden questions on Burke's record in labor legislation from his senate years.
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Frank Burke
English
Opera House
George A. Byrd
Clay County
Burke
Senate
Mrs Hedges Visits Jailed Husband In County Jail
Mrs Frank Hedges wife of murder suspect John Wilhelm visited the jail crowd scene in which she brought him tobacco and spoke through bars. Wilhelm later told police superintendent Quigley he overheard Hedges explain that Maliady was the man who knocked at their door the night of the crime.
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Frank Hedges
John Wilhelm
Quigley
Hedges
Maliady
Boy Exposed to Smallpox Sparks City Precautions
A boy exposed to smallpox raises fears that Halloween celebrations in the northeastern city area may spread disease. Charles Perry of 835 Cornell Ave is ill, and a playmate bought many masks at a Bellfeyninted store before authorities intervened. the proprietor burned remaining false faces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Perry
Cornell Ave
Perry
Belllefyntainest
Struck with a hatchet amid rear-home fight
William Blassenger of 217 Cook street was wounded in a hatchet attack by John Hull of 36 Bates street in Blassenger’s rear yard Tuesday night. In police court, Blassenger faced assault and battery charges. Dr McGaughey treated Blassenger for a temple wound. Hull packed his grip and prepared to flee. The case was continued until Friday.
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William Blassenger
Cook St
John Hull
Bates St
Blassenger
Dr. McGaughey
Schroder
Hauser
Hull
Pitched an officer out by New York grocer Eli Abbott
Eli Abbott a New York st grocer was fined one dollar and costs in Squire Smock's court on Wednesday for assaulting Truant officer George S Cottman. Cottman visited the store to discuss a boy from school No 2 with irregular attendance and was ejected when he asked for the grocer's name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Smock
George S. Cottman
Cottman
Eli
Prohibition Speech Sets New Bethel Night
J R Henry speaks at New Bethel Wednesday night as the first prohibition address there. Republicans and Democrats compete to aid the meeting with posters and arrangements. The event marks a historic push by prohibitionists in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. Henry
New Bethel
Butler Students Debate Set for Philokurian Hall Crowd
Butler college democratic and republican clubs will debate at Philokurian literary hall at 7 30 p m Thursday. Democrats will be represented by George Kern Roy Adney and George Brewster while Republicans include WoC Mount BE J Iddings and H C Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butler College
Philokurian Literary Hall
George Kern
Roy ‘Adney
George Brewster
Woc
Mount
BE. J. Iddings
H'C, Miller
Arch Street Work Resolution Advances Sewer From Park to College
The Board of Works on Wednesday adopted a resolution to provide a sewer form Arch Street from Park to College Avenue. A proposal to pave Me street was defeated. paving may resume next season. Benatèt Clarke, Montana, has purchased another Sfoxican.
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Board of Works
Trednesday
Arch-st
Park
College-ave
Ttte - Bropessy
Benatét Clarke
Montana
Sfoxican
Charges Around Marion County Workhouse Described
Mrs Charlies Kegwin of Jeffersonville complains to the mayor about being barred from seeing inmate Claude Bennett at the Marion county workhouse. She says Supt Harding refused access, insulted her, and forced her out. an order from Commissioner McGregor later allowed a visit. Assistant-supt Smith says she left after visiting hours. Bennett, charged with receiving a stolen revolver, previously escaped illness and recaptured in Jeffersonville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlies Kegwin
Jeffersonville
Marion County
Claude Bennett
Kegwin
Harding
McGregor
Smith
Bennett
Missouri
Funeral of Rev Henry R Pritchard Crowded Christian church service
The funeral of Rev Henry R Pritchard, aged minister, was held at Central Christian Church with over 50 ministers in attendance. Five Christian pastors led the service, scripture reading, prayer, and addresses. Pallbearers were fellow preachers. Burial followed at Crown Hill.
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Henry R. Pritchard
Ha.m
Central Christian Church
Jabez Halli
W. B. Great
A. B. Philpott
D. R. Lucas
L. M. Sniff
A. L. Orcutt
J. A. Rose
C. C. Rowlison
C. R. Hudson
T. J. Legg
G. M. Anderson
Pritchard
Crown Hill
Woman declared insane after divorce case
Anna Weller, 26, of 524 East Court Street, was declared insane by Dr. Wiggins of the City dispensary. Her husband remarried the day he was to call, provoking her breakdown. She believes touch burns and imagines two girls will visit. The American Burial Association of Terre Haute, incorporated, will pay members funeral expenses by assessment.
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Anna Weller
E. Court St
Wiggins
City
The
American Burial Association
Terre Haute
Captain Bieler May Pay License Under Protest
License inspector Manning planned to file charges against Capt. Bieler brewery agent on violating the new brewery tax ordinance. A formal license demand was made by Controller Johnson and refused. Bieler will pay under protest and appeal the case to higher courts to test the ordinance's constitutionality. Flanagan, who killed Keeper McGovern in a New York jail, remains at large. Bennett's best Xmas photos. A new $235 piano for $165. Wulschner's.
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Manning
Capt. Bieler
Johnson
Slaughterhouse Conditions Rock Crawfordsville Council
Dr. Hurry returned from Montgomery county inspection and reports three Crawfordsville slaughter houses rotten and filthy with maggoty ground and putrid timbers. He cites water from a well near pig yard drainage and dead rats, recommending immediate condemnation and new ordinances. He worries hogs fed on offal carry disease and parasites.
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Hurry
Montgomery County
Crawfordsville
Keller
Stout
Legal clash over street car crash blame and payment
Mary A. King sues both Frank Bird Carriage and the Bird company for 5400 after a February wreck near Union station. Lawyers claim fault on the other, witness F B Darringer missed due to work in Muncie, Judge Allen threatened contempt before Latta saved the day. testimony admitted based on Latta’s assurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Bird Company
Mary A. King
Union Station
Street Car Company
The
Bird Company
Spann
Bird Concern
Latta
Higgins Case: Grand Jury Delays Report on Special Session
The grand jury did not report on the Higgins case during the special session on Wednesday. Juryman Hanch was absent due to illness at his home six miles southwest of town. The jury is examining the Wilhelm murder case and has heard all evidence in the bribery cases. Judge Alford says if Higgins is indicted the trial would take three to four days at most.
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Higgins
Hanch
Wilhelm
Alford
Weather Outlook for Indianapolis Area Nov 1
Weather forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity covers the 36 hours ending 8 pm on November 1. Generally cloudy with occasional rain expected on Thursday. Temperatures show 62 degrees at 7 am, 75 at noon, and around 76 in the afternoon.
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Indianapolis
Halloween Revelers Warned by Police
Halloween revelers Wednesday night will be watched by the police to prevent property damage. Many will hide brass buttons under clothing as gate stealing is not tolerated. Supt. Quigley says people may enjoy themselves but must stay within proper limits and patrolmen are instructed to arrest anyone caught removing property.
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Quigley
Verdict Affirmed In Randolph Death Case
An appellate court on Wednesday affirmed the Randolph circuit court verdict granting E. 8. Jaqua administrator of the estate of Ind. A. Rede $2,800 for Rede’s death. Reed died after contact with a live wire rope powering a globe on a Union City light pole, an electric utility accident.
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Randolph Circuit Court
Jaqua
Ind. A. Rede
Reed
Union City Electric Light and Power
State florists to hold free public exhibit at state house
The state florists association will stage a free public exhibition at the state house on Wednesday November 14. Prizes totaling 51 75 will be offered. Lucky Baldwin has returned to California from Seattle.
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State ‘Lorists’ Association
State House
Lucky” Baldwin
California
Séattle
Fragmentary note on Dr Ball remedy for colds
A garbled health fragment mentions Dr Ball and a claim of a very efficient remedy. It appears to praise a cold cure with unclear wording and dubious formatting. No verifiable details or context.
Landslide Forecast for Bryan in Key States
The Democratic National Committee claims all doubtful states will vote for Bryan and Stevenson by landslide, citing polls. Union labor support and strong German votes are noted, with a predicted Democratic House majority following the election.
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Chicago
Democratic National Committee
Illinois
Indiana
Ohio
Michigan
Kansas
Kentucky
Nebraska
New York
Maryland
West Virginia
South Dakota
California
Washington
Bryan
Stevenson
McKinley
House of Representatives
McKinley Money Goes Begging in Washington
Brokers report McKinley money offered at 4 and 4 4 to 1 is going begging. They believe Republicans could attract democratic silver or gold if they offered 5 to 1 in sizable sums. Very little bets placed on the general result. most wagering has focused on state outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
States
Bryan Collapses in Brooklyn After Park Speech
The Press reports on Monday night in Brooklyn that William Jennings Bryan collapsed after delivering a speech at Park Theatre. He missed two engagements, was taken to a hotel, and doctors were called. Medical staff said he recovered after exertion and diagnosed the incident as sheer exhaustion.
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New York
Bryan
Brooklyn
Park Theater
Cincinnati Ready for Bryan Meeting at Music Hall
Democrats rush to make Bryan’s Wednesday night speech in Cincinnati a historic event at Music Hall which seats 8,900. The city eyes a large turnout as the campaign visit unfolds.
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Cincinnati
Bryan
Music Hall
Senator Hanna Begins Indiana Stumping Tour
Chicago October 31 Senator Hanna departed Wednesday morning for a short stumping tour of Indiana. He was accompanied by Committeeman New and other prominent Indian politicians. The itinerary covered South Bend Goshen Warsaw and Fort Wayne. The party will return to Chicago early.
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Chicago
Hanna
Indiana
New
South Bend
Goshen
Warsaw
Fort Wayne
Roosevelt speaks to five thousand in Rochester visit
Governor Roosevelt addressed about 5,000 people in Rochester New York on Tuesday night. His special train departed at 9 00 p m for Medina Brockport Albion and Buffalo after the speech.
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Rochester
N. Y
Bryan Campaign Moves Through Ohio and New York
Col Bryan tours Ohio on the home stretch as President McKinley races loom. His private car Rambler travels via Dun Kirk to Cleveland and Toledo while Bryan targets Greater New York. James C. Dahlman predicts at least 33 electoral votes for Bryan amid vigorous, often biting speeches against trusts and coercion of workers.
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Col. Bryan
McKinney
Oslo
Bryan
Dunkirk
N. Y
Lake Shore
Cleveland
Toledo
Ohio
New York
Greater
James C. Dahlman
Nebraska
Inwt
Election vote to fall 30 000 to 40 000 nationwide
Voters statewide are expected to drop by 30000 to 40000 from earlier elections due to apathy. Gov Benton McMillin is anticipated to lead the ticket with a heavier tally than William Jennings Bryan.
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Nashville
Tenn
Benton McMillis
Bryan
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Sauley
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Mark
Willie
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Jimmy Smokes
Mrs. Hedges
W. Blassenger
J. Hull
Eli Abbott
Butler
Robt. Harding
Anna Keller
B. Wash
Wulschner
Hurty
S. m
Billy Bryan
National Democratic Committee
Teddy
Cpt. SL
Tennessee
Taylor
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