30 Sep 1890
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1890
Page
1
A long feature on Indiana relics notes the valued collection in the state museum, its 100000 display, and past losses through mishandled acquisitions. It describes Indian artifacts, bows, arrows, pottery, and incalculable items, with remarks on the history of artifact collection and a mention of South American trade orders.
The Sentinel reports an interview mentioning Mr Cox as Gov Campbell's private secretary. The piece notes Claude Cox who served in that role appeared alongside Campbell during a visit in Indianapolis, describing the secretary as handsome and present with the governor.
A quirky survey of state secretaries decorating official requisitions with colored ribbons and trims. Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and others show varied palettes from red and blue to white string. Washington prints on blue paper while New York seals with light blue ribbons.
The article highlights the immense scale of the ticket business in Ohio with Marion county leading in ballots. It notes that printed ticket strips would span 182 miles if pasted, or 1 093 miles end to end. Counts-clerk Wilson would encounter a two-hour wagon and 790 pounds of tickets weighing 76 180, with Ohio described as the smallest county by voters at around 2 000 tickets.
A freight wreck on the C. G. and P. railway near Columbia caused the engine to jump the track and roll 20 feet down an embankment. The engineer, fireman, and a brakeman were severely injured as rails spread. The incident disrupted the line and left the engine checked.
Ansat Harker reports New York September 30. Specialists on the street show despair over the market with reduced trading. Railroad stocks receive little attention as investors stay away from securities.
Exry Wersi reports the port rival of Cubas tcledacso shows activity in past 48 hours surpassing last month receipts. Owners are preparing ahead of the tariff bill.
The piece highlights M. L. Tucker returning from Minnesota, J. A. Fiddler planning a comic lecture on corns at Blackford AME church, and profiles of two colored locomotive engineers Dunn and Lewis on Indiana lines. It also notes Lilian Thomas's elocution entertainment at Vermont Street church and Funkham's advertisement for a Radiant Home base burner.
The jury found Birchall guilty of murder after a lengthy delay in Nevada. The judge sentenced him to death by hanging on November 14, with Mrs Birchall returning to a distressed state upon hearing the verdict. Lawyers plan potential new trial, but prospects appear slim.
The Knights of Pythias of Indianapolis and Marion County plan a grand reception for visiting Chicago and Cook County Knights this Saturday. About 1,500 to 1,900 knights are expected by a special B. K. W. train, with a parade from Spanesr house to Castle Hall and a banquet to follow at Tomlinson Hall.
Reports from multiple regions indicate Cuba seeks reciprocity with America while Scotland warns of industrial crisis. London elects Joseph Savory as lord mayor amid extended global turmoil with France defeating Senezambians in Kamakari and 380 killed. Russian officers face conspiracy charges as tensions rise on fronts. Rumors of a Belgrade assassination attempt on King Alexander surface. China contemplates a show of naval power. Morley criticizes police violence at St Helen's and condemns leadership choices linked to Tipperary unrest.
Attorney John Spaan says Tom O Neill likely surrenders to sheriff by Tuesday evening to stand trial for conspiracy with John Sullivan over fraudulent warehouse receipts. Indictment alleges defrauding prisons by paying bogus receipts for goods stored at Sullivan’s warehouse while boxes were empty. O Neill’s connection with Sullivan linked to city visit and alleged collaboration with the pair.
The Guth Es STU program gives away bicycles on Wednesdays with a final October end. Louis Thomas, a 12 year old from 115 Noble St, accepted the offer and received a bicycle, as organizers push to reward more youngsters yet time is short and many lists remain to be completed.
Elexions GQvrer Charles Steubing was brought before the grand jury on Tuesday for alleged thefts from Rad Bauman's plans on Indiana Avenue and St. Clair Street. Police note the case ties to broader petty thefts in the neighborhood. Also reported, a break in at a wagon store on Monday night yielded five iron weights. Tim Griffin warns of renewed action unless the weights are returned. L. Brown faces a second embezzlement trial in Laporte Indiana, with A C Harris among his attorneys as public interest heightens. Observers report rising insecurity along sections of the Cumberland River prompting talk of vigilance committees to curb violence.
Fragmented report cites Smith A Whitfield of Ohio named as first assistant postmaster general while Senate stalls tariff bill amid long talk by Morgan of Alabama. Navy secretary ties Canadian ship procurements to a $1,000,000 budget and a deficit bill alters spoliation claims. In House, Moree of Macanchusaits sparked debate after maiden speech misread. Wheat and postmaster investigations link to payroll kickbacks and irregular drawings. The new law to name ships after states and historical events nears effect.
Mrs. John E. B. Sullivan visited Grand hotel and traveled to Lonieville to discuss her husband’s indebtedness and laundry business as she and Jim Sullivan’s wife work to restore the family finances. Tom O’Neill rumors a capias exist while Sullivan aims to clear all debts within five years.
In a Circu it court case, the grand jury begins investigating the 12 year old murder of Mrs Mary Pettiliott. The victim and her husband John Pettiliott had a troubled history including rent disputes and alleged histories in private houses and a saloon. After a July 4 incident she was shot by him and he fired more shots. The case has stirred Colombia with expected sensational developments.
A New York dispatch reports rumors that the envelope trust may collapse soon as inquiries show some facts behind the disintegration. Representatives met in Springfield Massachusetts with price disputes causing some firms to abandon agreement. A trust meeting may decide to solidify or dissolve remaining terms. Also reports smallpox cases aboard the Italian steamer Carrova at Marseilles harbor.
A chaotic digest notes WikD WAlPaAEA from Middlesborough Ky sending an exhibition on wheels with twenty one cave loads of local products touring major cities. It recalls Samuel Slater introducing cotton spinning in Providence a century ago and mentions a fatal Jersey Central collision, a wedding to be wed in New York, a shooting accident in Richwood West Virginia, and a contested will in Philadelphia with trust provisions to Boston and Philadelphia.
A man named James Geil, claimed to earn 2500 dollars yearly by begging. He sought help at Rand & Co. coffee merchants. He showed a crippled left hand and said he had a sick wife and two children. A charity list appeared to be forged, including familiar names, and officials noted his prior complaints and accomplishments in earlier years.
In Delaware the pious Girio Wesleyan University saw a campus prank when junior girls stole senior caps and wore them to chapel. A tussle followed after a cap rush at the chapel steps, with many caps torn and a clash between classes briefly reported.
The report notes Judge Taylor divorces Clara from James Willame due to abandonment while workers at Woodburn-Sarvan wheel works face reduced wages. Walters' union boycotts Milas restaurant on N. Uhucis for refusing to sign the wage scale. Lulu Posie and Annie Donogay fined 65 and costs by the mayor Tasaday for alleged improprieties. The Seventeenth Indiana regiment plans a reunion in Greensdurf on Oct 7.
Richmond Indiana September 30 1813 report Edward James wealthy Knightstown stockman and Pearl Crary daughter of a Martinsville real estate man faced arrest when they pursued a marriage against her father’s wishes. A string of legal actions followed including a concealed weapon charge, subornation of perjury and pending cases in Rusk and circuit courts. Meanwhile a separate theft case saw Willer and Godley before the mayor over a lap robe as electric lighting plans advance in West Indianapolis.
A jumble of scores and team names from rival leagues, listing Columbus and Rochester, Louisville and Syracuse, late and Gravecend winners, with bets on horses and players league moves. Notes on ground quality, star players claimed, and a possible conference realignment. New York league plans at league park, with Ros ie pitching and Buckley catching.
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