10 Sep 1890
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1890
Page
1
Reporter describes a stormy scene at a republican convention with Brotherhood band, shouting delegates, and contentious ballots. Key events include Thwaites Thompson’s rise to chair, nominations for secretary of state and attorney general, and a tense atmosphere as speeches clash over party unity and platform endorsements. Local officials attempt order as factions battle for influence and headlines.
Washington September 19 report says Senator Dixon of Rhode Island amused himself during a tariff debate by doodling in a bound compilation of the Huante Committee. Pages showed dogs, criss, bugs, baskets, and horse hooves, with later faces including gallery spectators. A drawing resembling Senator Hoar sparked whispers, leading to the book being removed for secrecy.
Paso Bel Norte and Dayton dispatches detail multiple fatalities and injuries. A father allegedly killed two children with a box to conceal them during an absence, with both children suffocated upon return. A 65 year old, Hoeney Kellner, is accused of murdering his wife, while Fanny Henderson in Cincinnati ingested poison in a failed attempted assault. A man named Tra Powall suffered a fatal arm injury in Beaatrite, and an ambulance transfer occurred to St. Vincent's Hospital amid chaotic circumstances.
A scrambled, partially readable dispatch covers multiple incidents. It mentions a train on a psnussivagia line, delays for widnesday, an investigation by Superintendent Daxli, and references to Baron V. ootleman. Other items report a Ten tonia arrival in Europe, a sea cargo signifying coal shortages, a burglary at a steeplow shop, and alarming Southampton conditions with ships, all dated September 10.
Knightetown resident Rechel Poole dies after heart failure while hosting her husband, as 32 patients come to Central insane hospital from Las Ve, and 239 Democratic election board member James McCave confirmed by Gov Hovay. Vandilia railwayoui plans a linking route from Frankfort Lebanon to Indianapolis, potentially through Boone and Marion counties, improving shipping access to the lakes.
In Tipton a convention features Editor Pershing of the Tipton Advocate described as a fierce editor with distinctive whiskers. The report covers his remarks, the crowd’s reaction, and a court case involving Van Voris as expert witness, plus details of a local injury case and a fatal infant accident in Oaklandon.
The item summarizes a chaotic mix of political maneuvers, including calls for a house rally, election battles, and talks of elect ion outcomes. It mentions figures such as Reed, Amos, and Charlotte Smith, along with policy topics on gun factories, farm bill provisions, and tariff measures. The tone reflects a period newspaper shorthand with multiple named individuals and places.
A letter to PRESUN argues over widening and improving sidewalks along Washington and Illinois, noting eight foot plans and six foot variations. The writer criticizes current conditions, cites street furniture and rail posts, and laments narrow walking spaces while urging safer pedestrian access in the city artery.
Breaks the Becore, the Republican delegates for Marion, Hancock and Shelby counties convened eight minutes to choose David Wilson to preside and nominated A. J. Menkin as joint representative candidate. Menkin declared his name and delegates shifted to the state convention.
Partial OCR notes show Hew Kiyia Hsia at Seaton's Hat store on 27 North Pennsylvania Street. Luis agent Dunisp sells hats. Further context missing.
New Britain Connecticut residents react to Miss Caxzie Wells being rejected as a teacher for allegedly being too homely. Wells, 23, daughter of the late Bawrd Wells and reputed local figure, had strong academic credentials and medical ties to a Brook-lyn ethological school. Public sentiment centers on perceived appearance and fairness in school hiring amid wider community tensions and editorials urging reconsideration.
A fragmented account blends a playwright's stubborn pursuit in New York with a long sports roundup. It notes Varesse and Mecca scenes, managers offering a deal for royalties, and a critic’s wary optimism amid stalled stage ambitions. The second segment covers league standings, player moves, and tentative plans for a Cincinnati team revival, with executives asserting commitment and potential funding.
Washington dispatches on Tuesday and Wednesday indicate the administration seeks decisive action in Congress. Republicans press for tariff and force bills while the senate pauses, with editorial pages urging decisive strides to restore footing and push through major legislation.
A report from Charleston outlines a wedding in Portsmouth Ohio between Jeff Brownsiawa and Miss Hama Meatows amid a county election dispute over prohibiting tickets. Rev Rufus YVor- TOAD is connected to the matter as a candidate, while families from Brownste way and nearby residents react to the news.
The Indiana event plans large exhibits at the fairgrounds with women decorating the building and men handling livestock. Mrs King-Inen leads the women’s department amid many entries while Col Lilly proposes constructing a dedicated club house with a $200,000 budget. Local forecasts note cooler temps.
Sargaine and Barrain advertise bargains under the Barrain sales heading in a popular lin ex column. Readers are invited to scan the listings for items of potential interest.
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