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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1891
Page
1
The Century revives debate over Confederate prisoners at Camp Morton. Col Holloway replies to John A Wyeth’s April article on alleged cruelties, while denying a claimed firm supplied low rate food to prisoners. Also notes Tom Taggart on election law amendments and voter education.
The Indiana G A R committee probes Wyeth’s charges against Camp Morton as Col Holloway defends officers. Wyeth replies with vivid testimonies about confinement, hunger, and brutal treatment. Letters from former prisoners describe guards’ abuse, freezing barracks, rats and dog meat rumors, and published surgeon statements supporting or refuting the sensational claims.
Bailey’s opinion on the salary rise will be defended in court. A restraining order may halt payment of quarterly salaries to city officials starting Oct 1 at the alleged illegal rate. The main issue is whether the council can raise salaries to the charter limit. The Superior Court will hear the case, potentially refunding advances if Bailey’s ruling is revised.
Controller Woollen faced a cash crisis needing 25000 to cover city obligations. A council loan required mayoral approval, but the mayor was ill. Pat Gorman hurried to city hall and then to the mayor's home, where Sullivan signed the document to authorize the loan.
The Board of public works discussed alley narrows water mains lights and sidewalk and grading projects from 11th to Seventh street and other streets. A petition for vapor lights was sent to the city engineer. Some remonstrances and non action, plus a grass plot idea for Christian avenue. The state tariff reform meeting at the Grand hotel drew Joseph Gent and Trass Strause. A Topeka marshal brought fugitive Theodore Greer who posted bond. Local political maneuvering noted a white candidate bid in fourth ward. Lawsuit over a streetcar incident and sheriff actions followed. Mary Castor arrived from Kokomo to Bloomington street and reported threats by her sister-in-law.
A humorous local column traces a boyish fad from marbles to kites and now whistles. Frankie, a seven year old, blasts a tin whistle for hours daily near the Sun office, provoking neighbors with comic cat and mouse exchanges about heaven and the devil while a umbrella rib bow and an untidy tail toy add to the street scene.
About 200 teachers attended the institute focusing on routine work and education methods. Prof. Butter spoke on Music with chart demonstrations. Prof. Boone discussed education's nature and the learner, noting jokes about the small boy and ending with guidance on avoiding certain phrases.
Lewis Harris appeared in police court on a charge of assault and battery brought by his wife who described a Sunday night rumpus. She showed a four by one foot plank studded with nails used to beat her as they walked home. Witnesses contradicted her account and Acting Judge Brown heard the case.
Sergt Kurtz arrested Thomas Kirk of 2518 Meridian St on a charge of beating his wife after he demanded her watch and forced contact. Kirk was fined 25 dollars and costs. The wife fainted in the courthouse corridor during proceedings and was revived by Dr Morrison.
Kaiser William fears the Socialists as reports warn of violent gales in Ireland cutting crops. A Vienna land slide damns the Drava river. inundation fears rise. Guatemala buzzes with political heat while tensions between England and Russia over the Dardanelles loom. Chilean troops mutiny and ward off officers amid crime waves. foreign warships pursue. Adverts tout Hood’s Sarsaparilla and construction goods. Brown’s dental parlors offer teeth without plates.
In West Roseland a planned wedding between Henry Van Oost and Marie Yberne collapsed after a quarrel at the bride’s home. Groomsman Fred Vandermanen aided Van Oost before Vandermanen allegedly stabbed him. Van Oost lies near death and Vandermanen is in custody as the groom dies from his wounds.
General Manager Bradbury Talke commented on a second strike at Lake Erie, saying he was as surprised as others. He cited the union's latest scale as fair and liberal, noting only one branch operates and that most of the road may halt by night. He declined to detail future actions.
Washington reports Minister Eagan says Valparaiso battle Aug 28 led to a successful Chilean revolution. Balmaseda resigned Aug 24. revolutionists in control, but no recognition until the new government is organized. No further envoy updates. officials seek details on Balmaceda era atrocities. Also notes band music plans and fairs in Indiana. Merri scooped: Oliver elected NY Liquor Dealers president over Tekulsky.
A street gossip item describes matchbox gambling at bars via a nickel plated box from a brewery. A youth buys postage stamps to fund a bet and mentions a poker game in the mailing room. The piece notes an era of cheaper newspapers as papers plan price cuts and new rivals threaten.
The Naw Store at 85 East Wash presents a full new line of foreign and domestic woolens. Mr Jacob Auber greets old patrons and friends as autumn goods arrive. Nobert Lan fgral, 81 North Pennsylvania Street, is mentioned in the notice.
The Progress clothing company opened its new three floor store at 6 and 8 West Washington street with a large display, floral designs, and a children friendly second floor. Megara Bliss Swain & Co. run the business with stores in Muncie Rushville and Shelbyville. Harman Bellstedt and a 14 piece orchestra performed during the opening and souvenirs were offered to visitors.
Local colored organizations prepared for Emancipation Day events at the state fair grounds in Indianapolis. A parade through key streets is planned with a large reception to showcase sociability and hospitality. Langston from Washington will speak, and excursions from multiple Indiana cities are arranged for Thursday.
English's venue hosted Gorman's minstrels Tuesday night with strong singing and witty sketches. Billy Van Won applause with songs and fun while Harry and John Dillon performed clever steps. The troupe's sketches Silver Wedding Bells and Colored Four Hundred drew laughs. engagement closes Wednesday night. WARSAW reports Heinrich Reichman, longtime local figure, has suspended.
Baltiere signs Omaha shortstop Joe Walsh for a versatile infield option. The week’s sports digest covers league results with Cleveland routing Brooklyn 7 to 1, Chicago toppling New York 4 to 1, and Boston beating Columbus 9 to 5, plus batters and pitchers in multiple matchups.
Hoosier guards prepare a trip to Cincinnati on Sunday Sept 6 via Lig 4 route. Round trip $460, leaving Union Station at 8:00 a.m. Return trains depart Cincinnati at 6:00 p.m. Tickets valid on all regular trains Monday and Tuesday. Includes viewing of Last Days of Pompeii and Labor Day demonstrations.
Western Union and Central Union telephone voices testify before the state board of equalization in Indianapolis. Wallick cites galvanized wire prices and miles per ton while Morrel notes 10,009 phones in use. A porters and other staff figures surface as officials probe company finances amid injunctions and regional dispatches.
A series of alleged events tied to the game of ouija and a death in Mahoning City Pennsylvania unfolds as a butcher named George Yiengst faces community accusation after a milk showings poisoned by a mysterious chain of signs. The tale blends local superstition with dramatic community reaction and a later scare story from Baltimore and Wilmington.
The Lake Erie and Western strike renewed after a brief return to work. Workers rejected the new wage schedule at Lafayette and quit mainline service causing trains to be refused at Peru and Indianapolis. Report indicates possible tie up of all trains with passenger service at risk.
In Burr A N D Sept 2 Conrad Kehler shot a nuisance dog then killed Charlotte Brehm nearby. He claimed the pistol misfired after firing at the animal. A Syracuse Buffalo Times dispatch notes a Republican governor nomination outlook with Charles Daniels favored for a late surge.
From New York a steamshipMajestic arrives with Mrs Russell Harrison Mrs McKee Senator Cullom Albert Rier atadi Sir William MacCormick and Lord Aberdeen to arrange Irish linens for the Chicago exposition. Indiana forecast fair Wednesday with showers and cooler by Thursday night. Broabts Loyal Fo Indianapolis weather shows nearly stationary temperatures.
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