Naval veterans set to sail town for Kearsarge launch
Rear admiral Osbon arrives as the Kearsarge is launched and commissioned amid naval veteran festivities. Captain Wirt hosts open house, while shortages of lodging prompt tents at Camp Wallace and extra cars to move crowds. An accompanying dispute over local posts in the souvenir guide sparks debate among G A R circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John B. Wirt
Kearsarge
Atate House Canal
Osbon
Naval Veterans’ Association
Union Station
New York
Robt. Denny
Horace Foltz
Wirt
Association
Wells
Adams
Hartford
Conn
Chicago
Army
Fortune
Camp Wallace
Lew Wallace
Crawfordsville
Wallace
Caitle
Tiday
Tub Sun
Leacn
Liberty Bell Exhibit En Route From Union Station
The famous Columbian liberty bell arrived at Union station Thursday night and left Friday morning for Chicago on a flat car near Tennessee street. Police guard prevented damage as spectators and photographers surrounded the car. The bell, cast by Clinton Meedeley Bell Co of Troy NY, contains 10000 dollars in gold and 2500 dollars in copper cents and was funded by the Daughters of the American Revolution led by the late Mrs. Harrison. It will be shown at the world’s fair until closing, then moved to the National Museum in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Big Four
Tennessee St
Union Station
Chicago
Warren
Clinton H. Meedeley Bell Company
Troy
N. Y
Daughters of the American Revolution
Harrison
National Museum
Washington
Reeves farmer found dead as store robbed in Washiton
In Washiton Indiana on Thursday night Jno Scholl's East-end store was robbed of about 300 dollars in merchandise and 45 dollars in cash. Wm Campbell a well known Reeves township farmer was discovered dead in his corn field with heart disease suspected as the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washieton
Ind
Spl
J— Jno
Scholl
Wm. Campbell
Reeves Township
Porter’s Condition After North Belt Assault Near Brightwood
Wm Porter remains alive after being assaulted and robbed north of the Belt railroad near Brightwood on Thursday. He is expected to recover, and the three assailants have not yet been captured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter
Wm. Porter
Brightwood
Explosion Wrecks Probst & Son's Factory Kills Engineer
Pomeroy Ohio September 1 boiler explosion at Probst and Sons furniture factory wrecked the plant Friday morning and killed engineer James Starkey. Firefighters and investigators traced the blast to a misfired boiler as local officials began inquiries into the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pomeroy, O
Probst & Son
James Starkey
Smallpox region visit and legal notices earlier week
Secretary Metcalf of the State health board visited the smallpox infected region near Muncie. Judge Brown will issue a decision Saturday in the Jamison versus Walker injunction suit. Wages cuts on the Big Four began Friday amid grumbling. Professors Sanders and Fertich discussed teaching methods for Marion county teachers. Whit Starr, the Monon train thief, to be taken to prison Saturday. George Fossee held for counterfeiting to be heard Thursday in New Albany. Putnam county farmer M I McHottie appeared before the state tax board. Ban on a LaPorte County resident’s plea heard. Burnham cafe on N Pennsylvania St sold at auction for 2250 with six bids. List of locals and ailments noted. In federal court a restraining order sought to stop Elwood from building a 40 inch sewer under Lake Erie & Western tracks, alleging $3000 damage and travel danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metcalf
State Health Board
Muncie
Whit Starr
Michigan City
Emmett
George Fossee
Jeffersonville
New Albany
Harrison
M. I. McHottie
Putnam County
State Tax Board
Bosseman
LaPorte County
Burnham Cafe
N. Pennsylvania St
Harper
Chss. Carter
Bintus
G. W
E. E. Matlock
Steven
Ella Carragan
Charlies
Margaret Callahan
Henry
Bettie Glick
Joseph
Carrie Taylor
Wizabeth Bentley
Gertrude Wright
Elizabeth Chatin
Lake Erie & Western Railway Company
Elwood
O’brien
Simmons Liver Regulator Promises Cure for Liver Ailments
Advertisement notes Simmons Liver Regulator as a sovereign remedy for dyspepsia indigestion and constipation. claims to relieve sick herd ailments and other evils of a disordered liver and stomach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simmons Liver Regulator
Contested Mexican War Dates Roil Soldiers Monument Panel
A tense Friday session of the soldiers' monument commission erupted as Wm. H. English proposed removing Mexican war dates from the top of the monument. The debate split along party lines with Langsdale and Manson in opposition while English, McCullum, and Johnston pushed for the removal and reordering to highlight the War of the Rebellion. The plan faces days of wrangling before any vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soldiers’ Monument Commission
Wm. H. English
Indiana
Vincennea
Tippecanoe
Board of Commissioners
English
McCullom
Gen. Mannon
McCullum
Johnston
Democratic Party
Langsdale
Manson
Four Women Die in Salmbach Hotel Fire
Four young women suffocated in rooms of a Salmbach hotel in the Black Forest while 60 guests from Baden cities vacationed there Thursday. Several were saved by leaping from windows as the building burned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berri
Salmbach
Black Forest
Baden
Attempted Kidnapping of Zella Sullivan in West Indianapolis
A would be kidnapper seized 14 year old Zella Sullivan near Mrs Sullivan's home on a Thursday night and, after a frightened escape through an alley, fled toward River Street. Neighbors organized a search as she returned home. Zella, placed with Mrs Sullivan four years ago by guardians, is described as a lively dancer and the motive appears to be forcible removal for a traveling show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zella
Zella Sullivan
Indianapolis
Death in Home Hallmarking Sudden Cardiac Death
Mia Zimmerman found her 69 year old husband John Zimmerman lifeless at 101 Church Bt. John Zimmerman a carpenter worked Thursday but felt ill Friday and stayed home. About noon Mia left briefly and returned to learn he was dead. Coroner listed heart disease as the cause. he fathered seven children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mia Zimmerman
Church
John Zimmerman
County treasurer defaulter with $25,000 debt
Lr. O. Sept. 1. 83. G. Humphreys, who held the office of county treasurer ten years and has lately been township treasurer, is a defaulter to the amount of $25,000. Humphreys owns a large general store in this village.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lr. O
G. Humphreys
Humphreys
A Beautiful Souvenir Program for Encampment
A scarce handbook of the Encampment features over seventy illustrations and portraits. A note invites readers to call at Howen-Meriall's for details on this decorative program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howen-Meriall’a
Waves of the Ocean Carry News of Hurricane Casualties
Reports from Beaufort and Savannah recount nearly 400 hurricane victims found on local islands with fears of 500 dead as lowlands flood. Coroner empowers deputies who recovered 78 bodies. waves reach inland and ships are torn from shores. Separate dispatches detail the brig Stella lost, the Sarnia towed after shaft failure, and rescue efforts for City of Savannah survivors.
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Havana
Cuba
Ritch
Stella
Brunswick
New York
City of Washington
Queenstown
Sarnia
Montevidean
Calvert
Montreal
Cork
Savanna
Savannahk
H. M. ©. Smith
Savage
Savannah
Helena Island
City of
Sorrell
Savannah Lines
Crowell
Mary 8
Vila
Nelson
Alexendria
Egypt
Quiebec
Quebec
Dauntless
Connelly
St. Joseph
Gulf Whils
St. John
Lake St. John
Sullivan's Diary mocks Pepys and reform plot twists
The diarist laments political setbacks and public scorn as he rails against councils and gamblers, mocks critics, and contemplates selling seats on philanthropic schemes. He quotes Shakespeare to his cabinet, frets over a misaligned organ, and jokes about moral convulsions and a restless editor.
City garbage crematory contract dispute described
The men who hold the city refuse destruction contract are upset by underfunded revenue. They receive $10,000 a year for citywide garbage destruction, yet far less than a third of the waste reaches them. Most refuse is hauled elsewhere to feed hogs, leaving the crematory idle with unchanged income.
Wiped Out by Fire in DePauw Village
The business district of DePauw was destroyed by a Thursday night fire except for one building. Loss estimated at $40,000 with only partial insurance. Inadequate fire equipment hampered extinguishment efforts.
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DePauw
Gold arrives in port from transatlantic liners
New Year’s Day to Sept 1 reports more gold entering the port. The Cunard steamer Gallia brought 20,000 pounds, the White Star liner Germanic 21,130 pounds, and the Hamburg American Augusta Victoria, due Friday, carries 90,000 pounds in gold on board.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gallia
Indiana Weekend Forecast Promises Warmer, Fair Days
The forecast for Indiana calls for slightly warmer conditions with fair weather on Friday and Saturday. No precipitation is expected and humidity should stay mild as high temperatures rise modestly into the weekend.
Thirteen Lives Lost When Train Dives From Chester Bridge
Springfield dispatch reports the Chester accident on the Boston and Albany line killed thirteen and injured many. Victims include J E DeWitt Portland Maine president of Union Mutual Life and Emma Delerty Columbus Ohio. Bridge was being strengthened when trains passed and a river bed crash followed. bridge trusses weakened by missing plates caused the failure and swing into the river.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Mass
Chester
Chicago Limited Express
Boston & Albany
Tom Sun
J. EB. Dewitt
Portland
Union Mutual Life Insurance Company
Emma Delerty
Columbus
Hi. C
Ives
Chicago
T. Everet Sedewick
Palmer
Express Messenger
James McMasters
J. H. Murray
Greenbush
N. Y
George H. Morse
Boston
Wagner
J. C. Stackpole
Hartford
Conn
R. C. Aitchcock
Bellows Falls
Thomas Kelley
Susie Cotting
C. Bishopam
Philadelphia
J. 8. Winchell
Onedin
Scull
Alater
M. W. Kirk
DeWitt
Union Mutual Insurance Company
John Howard
John E., Dewitt
Hawley
Connecticut
Balcony stands spark G A R parade dispute
Businessmen along the parade route erected balconies to rent during the encampment. Some owners protested, urging the Board of Public Works to act. The board declined, and Building Inspector Fitchey questioned authority. One vendor faced order to remove his stand as payroll rose about 500 dollars. Report notes political influence and upcoming encampment. The mayor’s board will not meet next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Public Works
Fitchey
Morris Defrees
Deacon Fitchey
Frank
Amusements at English's and Park theaters in weekly notes
English's theater hosts a half week engagement featuring A railroad ticket and After seven years with a large audience and warm reception for Harry Porter the comedian. Park presents a new sensational melody drama while Warship Kearsarge opposition arrives. William Hanlon rehearses Superba to open Sunday at English's Evans Hoey prepare Parlor Match at Grand with new music hall songs and acts from overseas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
English
Creloksma
Gettysburg
Harry Porter
Kearsarge
Wn. Hanlon
S. Evans & Hoey
Vance Opposes Silver Reform and Warns of Currency Panic
Senator Vance of North Carolina addressed the senate on the silver issue. He argued money supply governs prices, warns repeal would not heal economic distress, and describes demonetization as a world conspiracy that has depressed prices since 1872. He predicts repeal will pass but questions adherence to the remaining Democratic platform. The report notes the House debated new rules as Hland returns home due to his wife’s illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Vance
North Carolina
Senate
Congress
Cleveland
Potomac River
Washineton
Vince
House
Hland
Lebanon
Bio
He's Bound to Show Off on This Oc casion
Friday morning the cadi presided amid hunting decor and flags while facing fines for assault. William Carrico received 500 dollars and 180 days for attacking George Lang, described as a bad negro prone to fighting. Chief Splan sought cases continued. the cadi granted one day, then James Golden pleaded guilty to vagrancy for fifty dollars and costs. Fred Witherell faced trial over minors in a pool game as the cadi took the case under advisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cadi
Carrico
George Lang
Lang
Splan
James Golden
Fred Witherell
Anarchist Emma Goldman Indictment Expected
New York reports Grand Jury will meet next Tuesday to indict Anarchist Emma Goldman arrested in Philadelphia. Requisition papers will bring her to the city. Superintendent Byrnes cites three complaints for speeches and inciting riot. Olaus Timmerman, another anarchist, pleaded not guilty in special sessions. his cage postponement lasts one week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claus Timmerman
New York
Enoms Goldman
Philadelphia
Byrnes
Olaus Timmerman
Court of Special Sessions
President Cleveland Arrives at White House in Rain
President Cleveland and party reached Washington at 4 10 am on Friday and were transported to the White House amid heavy rain. Thurber reported all in good health and spirits with Cleveland appearing vigorous and strong. Cholera cases rise in Italy with about 80 new daily cases in Palermo and spreading to Mossini Catania and Rome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
White House
Washington
Cleveland
Thurber
Rom
Italy
Palermo
Mossini
Catania
Five Thousand Dollar Reward Challenge Beer Purity Claim
The Homer Brewing Co offers a five thousand dollar reward for anyone who can provide evidence that their “Hom: BREW” is not a strictly pure malt and hop beer. Rewards announced in a public notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homer Brewing Co
Sheep Clash Sparks Military Movements on Border
United States and Mexican troops rush toward Havana as Mexican officers attempt to move a 3000 head flock from the United States into Mexico. Gen Wheaton reports two Fifth Cavalry troops from Fort Ringgold marching to Havana to support 20 men under Captain Forbush who hold the Mexican officers and flock. Rumor says Col Mietro of the Mexican army is advancing up the Rio Grande toward Havana with a force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ft. Ringgold
Col. Mietro
Rio Grande
Havana
Reynosa
Council Debate Over 2000 Transfer To Street Fund
The common council met Thursday night in a spirited session. Democrats sought to move 2000 from the general fund to street repair, while Republicans derided it as a backroom payoff to heelers for Sullivan. Democrats claimed it would aid the unemployed through work programs. Council discussed express wagon locations on Mississippi and Pennsylvania streets, and Kentucky avenue near the tracks was fixed as the new stand. Election inspectors were approved before adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Council
Sullivan
Costello
Mississippi-st
Gasper
Pennsylvania-st
Kentucky Ave
Impetuous Jennie Burk Takes Morphine After Family Conflict
Jennie Burk aged 18 attempted suicide by taking morphine in Winkler's saloon on Fort Wayne Avenue. She survived and told reporters her act stemmed from alleged harsh treatment by her mother Mrs. Burk. She lives with her sister Carrie and sister's husband, and a scar Carrie bears is blamed on their mother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jennie Burk
Jennie
Winkler’s
Fort Wuayne-sve
Empire Block
Pools Will Be Sold At Driving Club Meet
The driving club plans pool selling at next week’s race meet. Officials admit a legal loophole allows bookies to operate despite attempts to prohibit gambling. Secretary Kennedy says the agricultural board will act, yet preventing pools is practically impossible under current law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agricultural Board
Agricultural Executive Committee
Kennedy
Two Personal Crisis Reports In Early Morning Murders
A long Branch case details Alonzo Clark a wealthy horse owner fatally shooting his wife then taking his own life. cause unknown. In Marlboro New Jersey a man about 45 was found hanged at a brick church door, identified as a New York drummer by rumor, unclear on his identity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Alonzo Clark
N. J
Marlboro
New York
Cabinet Meeting Discusses City Department Expenses
City officials met Thursday evening to review annual expense estimates for departments. The Board of Public Works seeks modest increases, the Board of Health desires less rise, and the Board of Safety argues for higher funds to cover increased fire and police salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Public Works
Board of Health
Arite
Board of Safety
Fire
Prof Cunningham Dead In St Andrews College Leader
London reports the death of the Rev John Cunningham principal professor of divinity at St Mary's College St Andrews and a prolific writer for various reviews He died Friday morning The item also notes Indiana forecasts predicting slightly warmer fair weather for Friday with cooler fair conditions on Saturday and Sunday The snippet ends with an unrelated reference to ELE Reese dentist and office desks at Wm L Elder's
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cunningham
London
John Cunningham
St. Mary’s College
St. Andrews
Indiana
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OATH
Spirit
Dan Macauley
John P. Rea
Minneapolis
Second Presbyterian Church
Supt
McLean
Citizens’ Street Railway Company
Commercial Club
Pain
Fire Works
Fireworks Committee
City Wis
Langs- Gale
Sullivan's
Shakespere
Saucy Morry
Togo
Emma
Greasers
Uncle Sam
United States
Long Branch
Ele
Reese
Wm. L. Elder
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