05 Sep 1894
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1894
Page
1
A garbled but dense sketch shows political unrest with factions in Kansas and Indiana. Mentions populists, reformers, and calls for speakers to clarify party alignments while parties vie for influence in local campaigns. Also notes a move of the Jenney Electric Motor plant to Springfield Ohio and other scattered items including a prison plot in Kentucky and bank leadership changes in New Mexico.
The Tuesday races at the Indianapolis Driving Club produced near records and swift heats. Notable runners included Angie and Don Cubes leading heats with fast times, while crowds watched as drivers battled for top positions and prize money.
Ex governor-hopeful Witvan led a crowd to a Democratic meeting in W Va. Deputies opened fire as protesters clashed, several wounded and J W Frizzia died from the wound. Chaos erupted as revolvers cracked and bystanders were struck.
The Shanghai dispatch describes an edict stating Korea has been a Chinese tributary for 200 years and China plans to maintain control while Japan expands influence. It notes Japanese troops in Korea, a failed treaty, and that Koreans seek stability amid rising tensions. Also reports summary crises and a royal wedding in Europe.
A chaotic exchange over rail fare prompts a rate war between Monon and Chicago with Lake Erie advertised at 2.50 return for next Saturday and Monon replying with 1.50. Labor unrest and court actions surface as officials discuss strike tactics and workers’ resistance.
A foggy legal and civic roundup notes Shafer and Beveridge in a court fight over a city street railway sale. Rumors swirl about fees and Europe while officials deny new disclosures. Local obits, tax disputes, and council plans fill the page with names, places, and dates from the city’s legal and social circles.
A Washington report recounts Carrie Glasscock’s allegations against Senator Stewart of Nevada. She describes coercion and threats over divorce and exposure, with references to a trust in the senator and his family. The piece ties personal scandal to political fallout and includes other late 19th century news items from New York, Providence, and Boston.
A chaotic courtroom scene centers on Collier accused of keeping a disreputable resort. The judge, prosecutor, and defense clash as questions about morality and attendance at church arise. The exchange reveals tension and confusion among the participants in a Wednesday proceeding.
A fiery preacher from Second Presbyterian questions Congress versus British Parliament, praising American progress while critics cite differences. Contemporaneous items include local mishaps, deaths, and coincident political campaigning notes from Spencer’s Opera House to Indianapolis as candidates plot outreach.
Large numbers of refugees from the Hisok-Jey and Maadstone fires arrive in Indianapolis. Funds exceed $6,000 for relief including food and shelter. Humane societies coordinate aid, while railroads struggle to restore transport. A separate society story recounts a sensational social scandal in Indianapolis as a wealthy woman confronts defamatory gossip. A wreck in Concamis claims the life of Fireman Berbert and injures several others, with a passenger harmed and trains disrupted.
Sherman and Morlnys present a bustling Park program with Jay Oltons Tuesday through Monday matinees. Billy Exneron heads Cleveland’s company with Lew Benedict in jokes and songs. Hanley troupe doubles as comedians with juggling and dancing acts. The lineup features The Angelpermang for two nights, capers, and vaudeville style diversions.
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