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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1888
Page
1
The piece describes partisan blitzes ahead of a Saturday democratic rally led by Taggart and Tomlinson hall plans. It notes Gen Clinton Fisk’s illness, A A Hopkins stepping in, the Silver Lake quartet, and debates over gas piping contracts at the Blind Asylum.
The Chinese restriction bill has moved to the president for signature after clearing senate jurisdiction. Laura March stands trial for swindling Born & Co. of furniture, claiming alibi through a Newton Jasper county defense with witnesses. Arch bishop Corrigan’s jubilee at the cathedral drew a large crowd and solemn ceremonies. Secretary Fairchild rules that books and engravings printed over 20 years ago may enter duty-free. O Brien faces arrest for a speech to tenants on the Vandelim estate. Kansas City fare noted at $10.50 via B and W route.
Dusuiy Sept 20 soldiers at Porto Bello barracks rebelled against Col Whitely after harsh command. They attacked and burned his house, destroying furniture while the colonel’s family was unharmed. Several soldiers were arrested as a mob vowed revenge on punishment.
William Bennett reports his daughter Lettie Sanders aged 17 and friend Nellie Suit aged 14 vanished after visiting Park theater with trunks and $140 missing. Police suspect a runaway to Michigan City but Cincinnati location later reported. authorities asked to detain them for return.
Ross Robertson of the Toronto Telegram says Cleveland's retaliation message has sparked strong anti American and pro Canadian sentiment. He argues it damages the cause of commercial union and annexation prospects, noting a dramatic drop in pro annexation demonstrations and a harsh warning against any royal Canadian advocating annexation.
Evansville dispatch reports Grubb, the man who killed Miss Downey at the Princeton fair in Francisco, attacked journalist C. V. Worthington in Bevoneville jail. Worthington was sketching his features when Grubb struck with a plank. the sheriff intervened, and Grubb resumed his cot, face covered. Grubb is under constant watch as a dangerous inmate.
Sept 20 report from Lownpon notes Chamberlain’s Bradford speech casting him off from the liberal party and denouncing Gladstone while praising Ireland’s evictions under current law. Also covered are Harrison’s Cincinnati invitation, a robbery on Massachusetts Ave, a Newport fox chase, Ed Batty’s acquittal, and new hat racks at Fider’s.
Cincinnati reports a 80 year old Squire D. plus his young wife’s elopement to Denver amid creditor seizures. St Louis recounts a neglected 11 year old's escape with Cincinnati broker Harrington, ending in rescue. Miss Tebbetts of St Louis elopes with her coachman, both captured near Cairo Short Line tracks.
John Miller and Richard Nightingale argued over the pension issue Wednesday night. A derogatory remark about Oliver P. Morton led to a confrontation. Miller struck Nightingale and was arrested. Nightingale claimed ignorance of Morton when questioned. Miller was fined for drunkenness. In separate police court action, Frank Hay faced grand jury indictment for snatching Mrs. Schillio g’s satchel containing $4 and goods. Bernard Dugan and Charley Goff, aged 12 and 14, were detained briefly for alleged pocket-picking at the fair. both were released after questioning.
In a Wednesday night collision of freight trains near Galesburg Illinois engineer Chase of Streeter was killed. The following morning two tramps were found burned to death in the wreckage.
The Pennsylvania line offered round trips to Cleveland for 6 and to Columbus for 4 as part of centennial and fair traffic, amid bitter turf battles with rival lines. Freight disruptions near Beckwith and widespread return coupons mark a volatile fare climate.
The wire notes John 8. Lawrence named receiver of Lowell Michigan and suspended bank. Northern Pacific stockholders elect an old director slate with August Belmont replaced by John Bullitt. F B Mason of Union News Co St Louis arrested in Cincinnati over a $300 theft claim. A widow from Doylestown Ohio marries a Cobler after a tale of three cents or three kisses tied to shoe repairs.
The release notes a sharp rise in cases and deaths with 130 new cases and 14 deaths by Wednesday night, bringing totals to 1333 cases and 170 deaths. It describes overwhelmed staff, nurse arrivals, camp Mitchell progress, and the Evening Metropolis suspending publication due to illness among staff.
London reports police agent Recsky, notorious for securing convictions in cases he favored, hanged himself. He had played a key role in the Tisza Hizlar trial, where a Jew boy and man swore to a murders through a keyhole. their false testimony led to discharge of Jews. Recsky’s melancholy ended his life.
In Grand Huelva Spain two youths bound feet and stabbed each other in a fatal duel watched by seconds. Both endured seven wounds before one died and the survivor was carried away dying in the same position. Separate note reports aid for yellow fever sufferers with M C A branches donating funds via Jacksonville Florida. Weather notes for Indiana mention light showers and temperatures.
Mrs. Frank Blanchard travels to Delaware after the death of her sister Mrs. Dr. L A Belt. George Wallace seeks a divorce from Bettie Wallace with alleged affairs. Charles Russell arrested at the fairgrounds for the change racket on a refreshment stand keeper. A large sign directs the massive shed exit at the union depot. Darby Donahue vows to sue George W Stubbs for 10000 damages for malicious prosecution over a burglary claim. A 9 o'clock still alarm at the new union station cited natural gas in a kitchen. loss under fifty dollars. City law bans back drivers from stands before the depot. violators incur penalties.
In Indianapolis Athletic Park on September 18 Hoosier manager caused uproar by starting Amos Russie as a “phenomenon” while Washington used O'Brien. Washington won 7 to 6 after a wild, error‑streak filled contest featuring Denny, Glasscock and Schoeneck for Indianapolis and daily play by Arundel, Hines, Donnelly, and O'Brien for Washington.
Henry Hudson seeks vindication from the Plumbers association over claims he paid workers higher wages for political aims. A motion for vindication was tabled as strikers press for success and shops feel the impact. Telegrams to Pittsburgh and Findlay for workers yield few results. In Cincinnati, E W Woodruff pleads not guilty to embezzling stock from D B H and D road.
New York reports English stockholders of the St Paul road have formed a voting trust, entrusting power to Drexel and Morgan to influence leadership. Separate notices mention Sheridan estate executors disputing Mrs Sheridan’s income, stating she earns only 800 dollars yearly.
Dispatches report a fierce clash in the Marquesas with heavy casualties as French sailors lose about 200 men and native fighters retreat to entrenched positions in the mountains. Tahiti condemns Chile's seizure of Easter Island by Captain Toro of the Angamos.
The state fair drew about 10 000 visitors despite morning showers and clouds. Exhibits featured cut flowers new to the fair, and awards were already given. Ohio centennial commissioners visited with a brass band, races were held, police faced criticism for patrol methods, and notable guests included Roger Q. Mills. A lunch-stand cook was robbed after being drugged, and a popcorn stand lost seven dollars.
In New York the acting vice chairman of the Republican National Committee says there is no internal clash among Republican groups over Blaine's planned visit on the 29th. He states he invited Blaine to speak at the polo grounds, via the state committee, and asserts unity nationwide. IMMEDIATE dispatch from Zanzibar reports Usambaria chiefs revolting against the sultan and resisting German African company control, with Meyers' caravan attacked and dispersed. Also a travel ad notes R10.50 to Kansas via J B W Route.
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