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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1894
Page
1
Chalk Meizer, 19, Mapleton, reportedly suffering a genuine rabies case without dog bite history. Once healthy but mentally unsettled, he grew violent after a minor chest bruise, frothing at the mouth, snapping, and five men restraining him. Dr. Carter notes hysteria possible but acknowledges rabies theory gains support.
Brooklyn sept 17 Mrs Daniel Coakley wife of a motorman shot her husband monday morning she claims self defense he says provocation none jealousy likely caused the act also notes Spain seeks reciprocal commercial terms surface wells condemned with water deemed unfit city health board findings and other brief items including legal notices weather and ads
Liveryman Wm Long and A L Lockridge report back from Chicago after shadowing a young woman Nettie Farlow who posed as Mrs Geo Smith. Three men and a woman fled Ohio and New Jersey streets with horses and wagons. Nettie confessed to nothing about Larry the Chicago thief while Long and Lockridge gained a tangible lead to the gang.
Commissioners Adam and Appel met with Mayor Denny at the courthouse about vacating the alley behind the high school to gain room for a wing. The Rickett property purchase is dead as public opinion opposed the $120,000 deal, saving taxpayers from the burden.
P. O. Hughes of Marion county, a populist sheriff candidate, was sent to the workhouse by Judge Stubba after a Monday arrest for drunkenness and assault and battery. Allegations say he attacked a colored man who made remarks about the populist movement. Hughes had prior drunkenness charges. Judge Brubbs imposed 5 dollars and 20 dollars fines, with no rescue from populist allies. A separate note from Carson, Nevada, dated Sept 17, reports the state central Republican committee asking Senator Jones to resign.
A report lists local happenings including street and trolley issues, council meeting on city department estimates, a mayoral proclamation urging business closures for state fair week, thefts from the Blue Jeans company’s baggage, and disputes over Mississippist sewer benefits. It mentions a dangerous hole beside Wen tral avenue, a long lived resident described as 120 and born near Woodford County, Kentucky, plus marriage licenses and local ads for baking products and laundry services.
Reports from SiouL Corea and Seoul recount a decisive Japanese victory near Ping Yang. About 20,000 Chinese fought. estimates place Chinese casualties and captives as high as 16,000, while Japanese losses were around 300 killed and 270 wounded. Captured include Gen. Tso I'ung.
Pepper delivered a brilliant showing at third base with strong support from Papa Henry in right field. Indianapolis and Minneapolis traded hits as Pepper shut down threats and Gray and Rout starred in the field. A separate Irvington church sermon railed at Congress and national unrest, urging moral purification and brotherhood.
Ex mayors and ex judges on the ticket include L Sullivan A C Ayres J H Holliday N B Bassett and Henry A Harmon. Nominations may be declined as Ayres Sullivan and Holliday weigh acceptance while the executive committee will fill any vacancy. Chairman Spaan defended the party against AI and urged law changes on assessments for street work.
A rumor prompted questions as Secretary Smithers confirmed plans to relocate the Central Bicycle Plant from Indianapolis to Shelbyville. Officials say Shelbyville offered a site, free water, a bonus, and tax exemptions for a period, with a canning factory also planned in the near term.
Early daylight Monday morning Christina Andrews, about 60, died in her kitchen at 525 West Morris Street after a fall. Her Scotch husband found her lifeless and summoned Dr. Rutledge, whose arrival preceded the old man’s deep sorrow.
The Chicago New York game at the Polo grounds, moved from its original site and lost by New York, will be played during the current series in this city. The change evens the Louisville game, with Boston protesting, altering the league summary by showing one fewer loss for New York and one fewer game played.
Hon W D Owen will appear in Indianapolis on October 16 with the Marion club hosting all city political clubs for an evening of speeches and music. Republican traveling men entertained railroad workers with a campaign program featuring the Bald-headed glee club. Chas L Henry delivered a lively address amid accusations by Democrats that Republicans woo the labor vote by designating a Republican employee to speak on populist doctrine, while some Democrats plan to vote for the Populist ticket.
Rev Fisher and Rev McDowell exchanged pulpits while Quakers attended a Friends meeting in Pisinfield. Shipyard foreman Will Millapaugh is recovering from a serious illness as residents note little sickness. Town gossip centers on a buried dead baby in Amelia Henry’s brother’s yard and a planned free reading room that has yet to return. Local ads mention Union Co operative Laundry and Dr Price’s baking powder.
An OCR fragment promotes Hammer's 2xtra Dry with a claim of authenticity and references Payne Metzger & Co. Rell. It mentions a temperature cue and provides telephone contact 42 in a muddled, partially legible line.
Blair and Baker announce the opening of their new stables at Union stock yards on Wednesday September 19 for the biggest horse auction the state has ever seen. A vast drive of horses will be sold, with every animal going to market. Do not miss this lifetime opportunity.
A bustling opening at the state fair grounds promises a large crowds and diverse exhibits. Secretary Kennedy oversees preparations as vendors and workers race to complete displays before Tuesday morning. The cattle and horse sections show Holsteins Jerseys and Percherons while speed events and midway attractions draw attention. Brisk weather and the promise of 46,000 visitors on peak days fuel anticipation.
Breckinridge faction abandons badges and adopts Owens colors while preparing to contest the election. Owens leads in totals with 7,990 to 7,670 for Breckinridge and 3,403 for Settle. Breckinridge insists the official returns will show his father elected amid wild Georgetown excitement.
Price of broom corn has risen 100 percent in the latest market note. Cheyenne Indians perform the sun dance near Hennessy Oklahoma Territory. The Grand Lodge of Odd Fellows holds a session at Chattanooga Tennessee. Reports show America’s lodge membership at 780000, up 33000 from last year.
At Saratoga on September 17, Antis say Morton cannot secure governor nomination while Fassett vows to stay in the race. Slate makers and breakers arrive by train as the state Republican committee plans a temporary organization with Luigg as chair and Warner Miller as permanent chair. Capew backs Morton, Haight or Kelley eyed for court of appeals seat.
The gold and silver statue of Ada Rehan arrived from Chicago aboard the Big Four, escorted by two guards. Weighing 97,000 ounces, about three tons, it stands nine feet tall with a gold base and a silver eagle, globe, and Liberty motif. Owned by the Montana silver statue company it will be shown for free beginning Tuesday before heading to Europe in about two months.
The International Brotherhood of Carpenters opened in the state house on Monday with H H Trenor of New York presiding. Sov Matthews praised unions as bread providers during hard times, drawing applause. William B Prescott of the International Typographical Union spoke for organized labor of Indianapolis. Additional greetings followed from Secretary McGuire and Harry Gale before the convention adjourned amid 50 new carpenters arriving at the English hotel since Saturday.
A man described as a negro allegedly terrorized residents of HE St Josephs area. He insulted a lone woman and frightened children. A passerby intervened when the woman screamed. the suspect fled after drawing a knife, with police pursuing.
Jasper Day of the McCordsville detective group was detained by Chief Splann while pursuing a thief on Saturday. A tin badge failed to protect him. Judge Stubbs discharged him after Monday hearing.
A string of local vignettes includes Bill Peele falling for the yachting cap habit, Joan Reardon bass fishing at Broad Ripple with two over two pounds, Dr. John Siuas nursing a sprained knee on his Putnam county farm, and Attorney Browder’s heavy voice prompting a stranger to offer a prescription. Jean Weitzman the wire walker is an avid angler, Scrofula cures are touted, and patent remedies are pitched in rushes of local chatter.
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