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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1888
Page
1
Crisis reports from Jacksonville and Cincinnati detail fever outbreaks with new cases and deaths. Refugee trains depart, doctors and nurses are in short supply, and aid volunteers are urged to assist while undertakers cope with an overwhelmed system.
Corumecs Sept 13 The nominations for G A R commander were Curtiss Warner Goodman Duffield and Linehan named with opposition to Curtiss over politics. Warner and Duffield were favorites. Balloting began Thursday and Gen William Warner of Missouri was elected commander receiving all 495 votes.
Exansville dispatch reports Taylor, a burly Black man, arrested for highway robbery after confessing to knocking down Hattie Collins near her home and robbing her. She suffered minor injuries, and Taylor denies assault but admits a separate attempted robbery of two young girls. He only took a small amount of money.
A Chicago linked plot centers on Jesse Johnson and his estranged wife Mrs. Alexander. Mrs. Baird reportedly escorted Mrs. Alexander to Johnson's home on N Illinois and they visited there several days before Mrs. Alexander left for Chicago. Johnson also departed, with friends doubting the scenario. Drs Kistner backs a possible compromise as meetings occurred to secure a truce, while Alexander’s friends fear the wife may desert him and trigger a fatal outcome.
William F Jackson a streetcar conductor faced charges amid a confession attempt involving Lizzie Deal near the river. Lizzie was fined under the ill fame law and Jackson received a continuance. Darby Donohue’s trial ended with discharge. Al Kerr’s change racket case was continued to Friday.
New York on September 13 reports the death of Prof Richard Anthony Proctor of Willard Parker hospital from yellow fever. He arrived from Oaklawn Florida intending to sail to Europe, fell ill, and died Wednesday evening after black vomit. Born in England in 1837, he was a renowned astronomer and author, married in St Joseph Missouri, noted for his books and papers.
George M Gaylor expresses readiness for a smother set-to with P H Treeter. He says he will fight to a finish or any number of rounds with or without gloves. If without gloves the bout must be outside the state, but with gloves in Indiana for a stated number of rounds. He will accept bets on takes or gate receipts.
The commercial travelers announce a Saturday morning trip to Cincinnati via the 0 H D line leaving at 7:30. Fare for a round trip is one dollar. They invite friends to join, and note that those unable to go Saturday may travel Sunday or Monday at the same rate.
Reports from Norfolk and coast tell of a devastating hurricane with nine known deaths and feared higher tolls. The schooner Hutcheson wrecked at Vexequez. over a score of vessels overdue or lost. Estimated property damage about 1.8 million dollars, telegraph lines down, awaiting details as marine officials fear larger losses. Grand jury in September submits final report after 183 witnesses, 19 indictments, and several dismissed cases. Additional dispatches note Gaelic steamship arrival from China with 700 Chinese aboard and imperial marriage in January signaling potential changes in China’s governance.
William Bambart, 72, was arrested Thursday on charges of assault and battery with intent to kill after a quarrel on Churchmans Pike south of the city. He struck his wife with a clothes pole, seriously injuring her.
City Life reports a fairly attended Seventh-day Adventists camp meeting at Bruce's park. It notes multiple local legal actions including divorce petitions, a court case against a railroad, and the mayor delaying decisions on pay trust cases after a long session. Other items cover church corner-stone ceremonies and librarianship changes.
Terrible case from Buenos Ayres reports a New York born priest Pedre Castro Rodriguez who killed his wife and daughter in Olavarría. He lured them to bed with pills and poison, then smashed the mother’s skull with a hammer and forced the child to swallow a drug. He staged a burial ruse, dragged bodies to a coffin, and planned mass. A chore boy’s curiosity led to his arrest and confession.
At Afheetic Park Indianapolis on September 2 a sparse 800 witnessed a rough game. Nash hit a homer for Boston while Denny, Ray, and Merrill contributed. McGeachy, Bassett, and Schoeneck figured strongly in innings. Final score Indianapolis 6 Boston 3 with Nash earning the homer and Bassett keying rallies.
In a seven inning contest Pittsburg had 2 runs, 7 hits, 1 error while Washington scored 0 runs, 6 hits, 1 error as rain interrupted play. In Chicago New York, Ewing pressed Brown to catch in his place and Anson refused. Ewing left, game awarded to Chicago after Chicago led 9 to 2 when the incident occurred.
Reports say natural gas fitters may strike over a proposed 25 percent wage increase from $2.60 to $2.75 daily, though no action has occurred yet. Employers cite 35 percent material cost rise and existing contracts fixed at earlier prices. City anticipation grows as workers keep quiet about plans.
Opher Lands reports prospects of a general telegraph operators strike in Exence in coming days over grievances. Moreigner-Sclufiane backs Belgium as a safe future home for the people if security is assured. Carl Schurz denies the Berlin Crown Gazette claim that the United States is ruled by corruption.
Rush County mail service to Rusbville lists a daily special from Indianapolis at 7 in the morning and returning at 6 p.m. Round trip price set at $1.20. Fisher, Gor, Agents, G. H. &i.
Republicans debate opening Frish headquarters as a campaign issue amid contention over foreign nationalities. A Sun reporter quotes a Democrat hanger-on warning of broader backlash if parties cater to ethnic groups during elections. The piece notes Republican openness to similar outreach if it aids votes.
Prohibitionists report vandalism after 11 pm as a banner over Pennsylvania Street near state headquarters was cut from ropes. J Wilson notes no evidence or suspects, but points out the nearby Republican banner remained untouched and questions who is responsible.
Campaign humor marked a Bloomington speech where Ed Gould impressed a deaf listener who followed him to Marshall. The Chicago Irish American club plans a Saturday visit with a special train for Gen Harrison, 1,000 members, Beggs optimistic. Also reports include a Boston fire at Secumb Kenew and Bartholomew’s brewery with injuries, plus political notes from Cincinnati and a Florida fever alert for Baker of the Cincinnati Post.
Burn hits Grand Opera House in Syracuse causing estimated losses near 200000 dollars. Reports note varied local items including political moves by Senator Platt, social events in New York, a Catholic dispatch from Rome, and a breach of promise suit in Bridgeport along with medical updates on M H Wilson.
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