04 Sep 1890
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1890
Page
1
A smartly dressed woman visits L. Ayres & Co. in Washington and presents a forged introduction to superintendent Thomas, aiming to buy $50 worth of goods. Suspicion grows over misspelled words and a clerk is sent to Hendricks. the suspect is exposed when confronted and pays for initial purchases before fleeing.
Reports indicate Jesuit fathers will take charge of St John’s parish with plans for a new boys high school. Parish clergy may move to a proposed cathedral on North Meridian Street, but Bishop Chatard declined to confirm details.
In Macon Georgia a dispute among Savannah visitors over a woman's escort sparked a riot with about fifty men. Seven women died and several were wounded in the violence following the argument. Ex Governor Noyes Bend of Cincinnati reports the incident as a local uproar.
Flora Moore refuses to perform at Havlin's theater after the first act and fights with stage manager Keogh amid claims of jealousy with Mollie Thompson. Keogh warns of breaking her jaw as Flora ragefully interrupts the show and accuses rivals of stealing her work and royalties.
At a union missionary gathering in Indianapolis Dr. Pierson outlined St. Paul’s mission, praising missionary effort and noting Jamaica veteran Dr. Davies Johnston, a Jamaica mission figure, plans to study African diseases in Barguella Assios this fall.
The city police board met at the police headquarters on Thursday to review charges of misconduct against Officer Martin Haley and Merchant policeman Wash Smith. A Sun reporter notes the board plans to enforce discipline, with possible reprimands for several sergeants.
Fragmented dispatches from Topeka Washington and Kentucky describe political clashes over tariff timing and claims of corruption. Reports mention Kentucky shootings over labor and a Republican leader facing accusations, with references to party honor and calls for accountability.
The Sun notes Marguerite Bugbel of 95 Buckle Ave as the twenty first winner, earning a Sun bicycle after one day’s labor and a wheat prize from Chas Mayer & Sons. The piece praises local youth efforts and urges accurate subscriber data to speed delivery in Indianapolis.
A jumble of brief notices records names and incidents: Gertiacats bought for 125 dollars. a lawn fete at Woodradl place for benevolence. Wild Gate Company's property tied to an $800 advertising claim. Jennie Graves arrested for alleged theft from Hol. Cornell Florist. William Gachler injured by a wild incident on N Statent and treated at Flanner's ambulance. Bond forfeitures involve John BE Sullivan’s tally-shest forgery cases. financials for BH VW Miller and R FE Cattergon noted. Mary Krunsberg, age 13, ran away. police search. Col E D Bryant returns from New York amid political chatter. Hinkley’s attempted coercion of Charles Nunn ends with a fine. Dr. James Johnston talks missionary work. Mary Walsh dies after a spree at the Brunswick hotel. Skateton Sack Suits framed by Norbert Landgraf.
Disjointed dispatch cites famine in Sondag with hundreds dying of starvation. Notes from Dr Herper and local protective associations, plus a collection of unrelated items including resignations, river floods, strikes, and violent incidents across cities from Sunzim to Chicago and Washington.
The St Paul inquest into the deaths of Nellie Horton and daughter Mabel resumes as husband W L Horton faces murder suspicions. He previously disputed statements, with motive alleged to wed a society lady while fearing his wife and child would hinder the union. Separate notes mention pension rolls, divorce actions, and evolving sports headlines across the day.
Paris September 4 The Marquis de Lougilie faces off with London GH Bias correspondent after an alleged plot by Franck Leslie to hire Marr. Police shadow both sides as old rivals prepare to duel with seconds arranged by Sir Claude da Créspigney in attendance.
In Springfield Ohio a luncheon wagered eating challenge in a saloon drew Jack Woods who attempted to consume a pile of clams and oysters. He quit at 12 40 after eating about 407 clams and related foods, claiming the taste soured on him and noting his past feats including 72 ears of corn.
In Memphis a high society wedding failed to proceed as Tal Douglas did not show at Gratechurch to wed 17 year old Irene Smith daughter of Gen. W. F. Smith. After an hour the bride and her party left in grief. Douglas later appeared claiming financial embarrassment as excuse.
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