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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1888
Page
4
A fragmented clipping reports locals discussing the new statue Justice in the state house rotunda, noting its stern face and oversized head. A deputy remarks on the “big head” pose while a commissioner recalls a dream about Justice and a threat of danger as the figure looms over proceedings.
Huntington fair thrives while New Albany reports yellow fever refugees. Kennett EK of P. plans a yellow fever contract for Frankfort's gas trenches to be let Monday. Joseph Rhodes of Elkhart dies of starvation after refusing to eat. Matt Collins and Bixma Hugle elope from Shelbyville. Peach orchards near New Albany yield over 15,000 bushels. Curzon dies after horsekick in Warsaw. Tragedies include a Greensburg girl burned in leaves and a Marshville murder suspect still at large. Lafayette considers gas rate and city entry rights. Muncie gas gushes as streets stay dark. Gobierno notes diverse local fears, church moves, and law enforcement battles with gambling tricks across borders.
Mary Hank’s divorce suit against Thomas Hank was dismissed in Judge Taylor’s court. Charles Reaches’ two story Emrichville home burned Thursday. Mary Law seeks divorce from Joseph Law over abandonment. Drummers’ Day at Columbus exposition attracts Indianapolis visitors. Kerr sues Rothschild for 500 dollars over delayed furniture. St Paul’s and St James mission raise 79 for fever sufferers via Rev Bicknell. Major Vinegar, 17, killed by an oncoming train near East crossing. Pope calls for reestablishment of temporal power. Local fair bicycle races promised. Indiana Christian Endeavor convention planned at M C A hall.
A tramp named Henry Bodds aged about 60 fell from a Bee line freight train east of the city Thursday night suffering a broken left leg. Henry Prymas an employee of Chandler and Taylor also had his right leg broken when an engine bed toppled onto him Thursday. Bodds was taken to the city hospital and Prymas to 311 Indiana are in Flanner and Buchanan's ambulance resting after the mishap. Various local notices advertise dining and excursion offerings with trains and markets listing prices and goods for the day.
BCX OLE He RACES Grand State tournament at the Fair Grounds on Saturday September 29, 185d. Races to be called at 2 oclock sharp. Admission 25 cents, grand stand free. Also mention of local building and rental ads in nearby columns.
A quirky, pronouncement filled piece mocks social quirks in the South with humorous quips about voting, rheumatism, barbers, and a heavy Atlanta belle. It contrasts borrowed ideas and urges readers to seek umbrellas and clothes locally while poking fun at imitation.
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