VESSELS TOSSED BY ANGRY LAKES
Cleveland dispatch reports Lake Erie storm wrecking vessels near Conneaut and Cleveland. The steamer John B Lyons foundered with 11 drowned from 16 crew. Dundee sunk with Kate Hoffman drowned. City of Erie arrived with a damaged bow. Passengers and crews faced terror. life preservers used.
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Scalded Toddler Dies After Water Spill At Home
Five year old Fanny Guissetta died at her parents home 511 Harmon Street after spilling hot water on herself while handling a pan. Deep scalds to the breast and limbs and the shock caused death. The family, Italians with limited English, delayed doctor arrival.
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Mahoney Succeeds Roth on Safety Board
John H. Mahoney former council president from 1897 to 1899 is appointed to replace Charles C. Roth on the Board of Safety after Roth resigned. Mahoney, a noted sculptor, was defeated for re election to the council. The board will organize Friday with Commissioner Hyde likely named president.
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Board of Safety
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Tragic elopement ends in double murder at Brooksville
Hiram Lukes eloped with John Moates' 16 year old daughter on horseback. Moates and his two sons pursued and shot the couple, killing both. A posse pursues the murderers as investigators seek answers.
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Commissioner to Obtain Court House Lighting
County Commissioner John McGregor will arrange with the Indianapolis Gas and Power Company to light the court house under the new plan. The contract calls for lighting by September 15, but delays of three to four weeks are expected due to the dynamo not being available. Wiring is finished and lights are needed in county rooms before wiring completion.
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School Attendance Rises Expected Next Week After Warm Start
Attendance on the first day was lighter as schools opened over a week earlier than last year due to warm weather. Teachers anticipate a normal rise by next Monday and a return to typical pupil numbers. 1 B grade students are exempt this week because of the warm conditions. German Fire Tornado Insurance. Peter Pfisterer, agent, 2% Virginia.
Major Taylor dominates in tight mile dash at Indianapolis
Major Taylor defeats Owen Kimble in a one-third mile match race amid a crowded crowd of about 5 400. Taylor leads through a furious final sprint while Gordon sets a brisk pace. Two-mile professional championship ends with Taylor topping Kramer and Kimble. Amateur events feature Holloway Shirley and Donovan with tight finishes. Prince plans frequent Indianapolis races to showcase eastern talent and draw western entrants.
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Prince Teases Newby Oval Return After Triumphs
Ex-champion rider Jack Prince hints at racing at Newby Oval for the rest of the year amid recent middle distance performances. The veteran rider’s option to compete is under consideration as the track season continues.
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Newby Oval
Hoosiers Edge Kansas City In Season Finale
Indiana wins 4 to 1 as Kellum and Lee shine on the mound. Key smashes include Seybold’s two-bagger and Powers’ RBI double, with Magoon, Geier, and Hartsel contributing. Notable plays include a Geier error in the seventh and a late two-run ninth for Indiana. Time 1:25. Umpire Cantillon.
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Chicago Clinches Pennant With Fast Twin Bill
Chicago wins the pennant after two rapid games against Cleveland. In the first doubleheader: Chicago 12 runs 15 hits 4 errors to Cleveland 4 runs 7 hits 2 errors. Second game: Chicago 16 runs 6 hits 1 error to Cleveland 1 run 6 hits 2 errors. Milwaukee beats Detroit 5 to 4 in the opener and 8 to 1 in the nightcap. Minneapolis defeats Buffalo 12 to 6 in the opener and loses 3 to 6 in the second.
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Second game tight as Daly clinches with bases loaded hit
The second game was closely contested as Daly wins in the seventh with a two-sacker with the bases full. Brook lyn edges Cincinnati 6 to 4 while a gale halts a poor affair in another match. Quakers surge with seven in the eighth to tie before late events.
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McAllister Stars Seek Weekend Game With Modern Imperials
McAllister Stars seek a Saturday or Sunday game with the Modern Imperials at $25 a side. The rivals have met twice with two ties, one lasting 14 innings and the other 12. Modern Imperials beat Progress Winners 2 to 1 Sunday at Broad Ripple.
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Races and Jockey News From Chicago New York and Doncaster
New York grand circuit races were dampened by wind. Bessie Macklin beat John A. Morris in Chicago on Wednesday. Jockey Nash Turner rode four winners in New York on Wednesday. Illinois and I U will meet in football at Newby Oval on November 17. At Doncaster on Wednesday Sloane scored two firsts while American jockeys claimed most victories except the Leger stakes. The Prince of Wales Diamond Jubilee won that race. Michael's mount fell injuring the rider's collar bone in Detroit. Tonto won the hurdle race before large crowds in St. Louis on Wednesday.
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McCoy denies riches after Corbett bout
Kid McCoy claims he owns only his boxing case and admits large losses after facing debt from the Corbett fight. He says he cleared debts with the money, disputes his wife’s claim of $10,000 in diamonds, and notes he was bonded on a $1,000,000 bond as divorce proceedings loom.
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Three Bandits Killed in Lakeland Saloon Raid
In Lakeland Florida a posse of officers and citizens stopped a town raid by desperadoes after a stiff gun battle. Three bandits were killed and two wounded in the confrontation.
Mrs. Corbett Hires Flight To Europe In pursuit of husband
Mrs. James J. Corbett left New York for Europe on Wednesday in search of her husband. She drew 5000 dollars from an Amsterdam bank and stored her furniture. She may travel under the maiden name Jessie Taylor and said she would shoot Corbett on sight if his desertion deeds were true.
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James J. Corbett
Europe
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E. J. Tobey
Corbett
Train wreck at Beachwood kills nine in Illinois
Nine people died and seven were injured when two Illinois Central passenger coaches derailed at Beachwood on Wednesday afternoon. All nine victims were from Chicago and named Kate Ward Ollie Enright Ella Williams Anna Elena Madame Margaretta Faith Hamilton Anna Bell Ada and Pat Patterson.
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Kate H. Ward
Ollie Enright
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Anna Elen
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Anna Bell
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State officers overpaid under fee and salary law
Secretary Wilkins reports that county auditors recorders clerks and sheriffs were paid 1 506 939 dollars in fees and salaries, 247 136 dollars more than allowed. Deputies received 435 837 dollars. If all fees taxed were collected the state would gain over 1000 dollars.
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Wm. A Wilkins
State
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