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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1892

Page

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Cleveland Visited New York Ex-President at Victoria Hotel

Ex-president Grover Cleveland arrived by steamboat and was taken to the Victoria hotel amid a press of crowds. Secret talks with Grace and other leaders touched on anti-snapper tensions and a possible third ticket, with Croker cautioning against harming the national ticket and senatorial races.

New York Cleveland All-River Line Burrard’s Bay Dhe Victoria Hotel Harrity Col. B. B. Smalley Josiah Quincy W. C. Whitney M. Dickinson Mr. Grace Whitney Croker Tammany United States Victoria Lote Sheehan Hotel Normandie Will Senator Hill Hill

State election board orders 1 400 000 ballots for 5000 precincts

The State board of election commissioners estimates 5000 precincts with 200 voters each and has ordered 1,400,000 ballots. Ballots will be printed on red tinted 29 by 10 inch sheets. They list presidential electors, district electors, state candidates, and judges, with a wheel device stamp.

Siler State Board of Election Commissioners

Peculiar Accident Claims Freeland Sportsman

In Hazimen Pennsylvania on September 30 a Freeland man John Shiga died instantly while hunting with a companion. A buckboard ride ended when a discharged gun at the footboard struck the abdomen. The fatal injury occurred as the weapon freed by a buckboard caused a large abdominal wound.

Hazimen John Shiga Freeland Butler Valley

Jani the Referee Withheld Decision For Present

San Francisco September 30 Sol Smits of Los Angeles and Geo Siddons of New York fought a 50 round bout for an alleged purse at the California club. Decision reserved.

Jani Sa. Francisco Cal Sol Smits Los Angeles Buntain Pacific Coast Geo. Siddons New York California Club

Child Falls Into Boiling Catsup Pot dies in Cincinnati

In Cincinnati on a September morning 6 year old Annie Schottman fell into a kettle of boiling catsup in her Racest street yard and was cooked to death. The incident occurred while she was playing with a kite, prompting local officials to note the tragedy.

Cincinnati Annie Schottman

Navy men commended for shell-house explosion bravery

Secretary Tracy issued a general order publicly recognizing the courage of officers and enlisted men of the navy at Mare Island Navy Yard following the shell-house explosion on June 13. Employees are commended for commendable conduct during the incident.

Htxetos D. C Tracy Mare Island Navy Yard

Heavy Case for Harper in Superior Court Ruling

A superior court decision sustains the claim of the Western National Bank of New York for 200000 against the estate of convicted banker B. L. Harper. The ruling, issued in Cureranxall on September 6, follows a long dispute over assets and liability tied to the bank’s loss.

Harper Cureranxall Western National Bank New York B. IL

Weather Outlook for Indiana 1892 Forecast

Weather forecasts for Indiana cover the 36 hours ending 8 p m on October 1 1892 predicting fair conditions Friday and Saturday with little temperature change. The notice emphasizes stable, pleasant weather across the period for activities and travel.

Indiana

A Boy Burglar. There is No Doubt That This Youngster Needs a Spanking

In Chesterton Indiana a 10 year old boy burglar was captured after night thefts in the town and confessed to several burglaries. He planned to hide in a store after hours to rifle the cash drawer, and officers face difficulty estimating the total stolen.

Vauranarso Ind Chesterton

Fire damages stable at 151 W First St

A stable behind Fred Ganchet's home at 151 W First St was damaged by a Thursday night fire causing about 50 dollars in loss. The article also reports a divorce case, criminal court verdicts, political speeches, and various local incidents and arrests.

Fred Ganchet First St Mary P. Fertig Charles Erastus McCarty John B. Cockrum Ward 11 West Maryland Sts Hart Union Station Splann Brunswick Stables Jesse Miller Ada Tart John Hart Nicholas Ferguson N. Alabamast G. C. Edwards Fletcher Place Church Ferguson Galludet Skrank Stubbs Michael Wyne Indiana Ave Thornt Stubbs Wyan William Pray New Castle Wis Washington St Caci Conrad Bombie Stateon House Patrolman Corrigan Asylums For the Blind Deaf and Dumb State House Syfers Bride & Co Jenness Miller Butler University Irvington Das Fannie B. Daupert George Taylor Paps Catherine Darrough Indianapolis Mattie Statron Sullivan Farley Iron Hall John R. Wilson Brntus Iva Martha Weisz Samuel Nettie Dalzell Christine Fritzing Geo Mary Wurfel Frank Ora Wood Henry Anna Roder Chas Eva Montemery Merritt Ads Long Katie Schilling Minnesota Anna Handerick Fletcher Ave J. L. Macy City Hospital Green Owens

President Harrison Abandons Northwest Campaign Stumping

The Northwest presidential tour is canceled as Mrs. Harrison’s illness forces the president to stay by her side. Plans for a Chicago World’s Fair dedication speech and a fall campaign swing through Michigan Iowa Minnesota Wisconsin are scrapped, with Vice President Morton possible to attend Chicago events. Governor Ira Chase’s Indiana appearances are noted with vivid crowd exchanges and a veteran’s quip about votes.

WasnrxeTon Northwest Sorrison Chicago Indiana R. B. #. Pierce White House Harrison Mgr Pierce Michigan Iowa Minnesota Wisconsin McMillan Nebraska Alr Iarrison New York Farrison Morton Chicago Fair Mr. Morrison Clarence

Freight disaster and boiler explosion devastate early rail yards

Reports from Desois Pa Boston and Curcaco describe a pusher engine on the Buffalo Rochester and Pittsburg line blown apart by a boiler explosion with engineer Wise and fireman Flynn killed. A Witchburg road freight wreck killed one and destroyed many cars. Nickel Plate freight yards suffered a major fire consuming hundreds of cars and about $100000 in losses.

Desois Buffalo, Rochester & Pittsburg Wise Flynn Boston Witchburge Road Curcaco

Gas Well Restores Water and Gas Supply at Nantome

A gas well at Ji nom e, Ind has resumed flow after tubing and packing were placed. About 400 feet of water were pumped out, the gas expelled the remaining water and sand, raising pressure to 320 pounds and restoring fuel and lighting. Half the wells and springs in town still lack water, but no further trouble is expected once ground soaks after rain.

Nome Ind

Sue and Doe Wanted to 860 the Cincinnati Elephant

Three people were arrested Thursday night in Cincinnati including a woman dressed as a man identified as Miss Mabel Dickinson of Greenfield Indiana. Her male companions were Dr Nicholas Howard a Pennsylvnia railroad company physician and Samuel G Edwards a Greenfield medical student. They adopted false names and used a plan to misrepresent Mabel as Howard’s wife while staying at a Seventh ward boarding house. They planned to tour concert halls with the disguise.

Sue Doe Cincinnati Enquirer Mabel Dickinson Greenfield Ind Nicholas Lloward Samuel G. Edwards Lloward Pennsylvania Railroad Company Edwards Howard W.seventh St Mabel

Swedish marble cutter held for brutal murder of veteran

New York on September 30 Frank V Lohle a Swedish marble cutter was arrested in a Glasgow lodging house case involving the brutal murder of Capt Frank Taul sep a Grand army veteran. The prisoner displayed two watches and fought before arrest. A bloody ax was found in his possession.

New York Frank VY. Lohle Frank Taulsep

Madison Socialites Tie Offbeat Wedding Hidden Lovers

Miss Meegie Sheik daughter of Albert Sheik a wealthy Madison figure elopes with Crozier a saw mill worker. They wed in a rectory after meeting secretly at her home. Crozier once barred from the house. Parents later forgave the couple and the marriage was completed.

Biarsied Bissied Manpison Jad Meegie Sheik Albert Sheik Madison Aanardh Glover Crozier

Suit Over Burns and Car Accident At City Street

Alexander Wood sues Citizens' Street Railway for 10000 damages claiming a College Avenue electric car started suddenly as he settled and threw him to the ground causing bodily injury and a brain concussion. Marion McCorkle seeks 20000 for arm amputation after a freight switch accident tied to railroad negligence on July 28, 1892.

Alexander Wood Citizens’ Street Railway Company Platoff Masawhugetig-ave Marion McCorkle IT. H. & I. Railroad Company

Jennie and John Powers Divorce Trial Ends in Alimony Award

A heated divorce proceeding in Judge Harper’s court centered on John K.E. Powers and his wife Jennie. Jennie alleged brutal beating and threats by her husband, while John claimed Jennie’s infidelity. Testimony from Jennie, their 10 year old son, and neighbors depicted a volatile marriage. The judge granted absolute divorces to both, with Jennie receiving $200 alimony and John gaining custody of the child.

Harper John KE. Powers Jennie Johnnie John Jennie Powers Plantiff Virginia Virginis Jenonie Avig John, Jr Johnie Jeanie Thuie

Cholera Dies Hard as Ships Sail and Quarantine Moves

Cholera reports arc across ports from New York to Baltimore with the Scandia sailing for Baltimore and no new New York cases since Sept 19. Germicide claims in Medical News propose hydronaptical doses for rapid cholera cure. other ports report new cases and deaths, while quarantine decisions affect detained steamers like the Twickenham with typhus.

New Yoas Hamburg Baltimore Byron D. D. Stewart Jefferson Medical College New York Health Board Gothia Stettin Buffalo London Havre Lewes Del Twickenham Breakwater Savannah

Barrison Basins On Road To Recovery

Mrs Jarrison has shown steady improvement over the last 24 hours with increased strength. Doctor Gardever believes this progress will continue.

Barrison Wasmxcox D.C Jarrison Gardever

Yom Kippur Observance Details in Local Service

Beginning at six Friday evening and ending at sundown Saturday the Jewish fast of Yom Kippur will be observed. Orthodox Jews abstain from drink and food. Friday services led by Rabbi Messing at the Hebrew Temple on Market Street. Saturday morning prayers at ten o'clock honor the memory of the departed.

Hebrew Temple HE. Market St Rabbi Messing

German officer Carl Muller dies in Paris at age 80

Lieut gen Carl Muller of Hanover who fought at Waterloo and was the last surviving German officer from that battle died in Paris on a Friday at age 80. The report mentions supply headquarters for upcoming Sunday activities and a Philadelphia area street note, reflecting scattered local details.

Paris Carl Muller Hanover Waterloo

Columbian Day Parade Participants Remain Home

The Columbian day military display committee reports many organizations will stay home. Groups including Company A and several veteran, fraternal, and labor bodies expressed intent to participate locally, while the uniform ranks likely stay in Columbus. Governor Chase and many prominent citizens will attend Chicago exercises.

Rermain Company A Second Regent State Militia Phil. Sheridan Robt Anderson Posta Father Crrvan Knights of St. John St. George Commandery Indianapolis IS. of Local Union Retail Clerks Chicago Gov. Chase

Belted Up Near Mt Jackson in Bank Robbery Attempt

In Beld area near Mt Jackson two men stopped Commissioner Stout as he drove home in his buggy. They demanded money and searched his pockets taking 56 cents. He fled to a wagon road west on Washington and notified police. Separate legal notices report farm disputes and a bank creditors dividend in Vincennes.

Jas County Stout Mt. Jackson Belt Road Washington St Sam Mr. Stout

Ducas Waternd Jewelry Store Blaze At Wil County

A damaged fragment reports a fire at Ducas Jewelry Store located at 119 W Washington St on a Saturday. The notice mentions alleged Jewish ownership and a vague timing in the afternoon, with limited readable details.

Ducas’ Waternd Washington St

Record Pace as Mascott Ties Nancy Hanks Time in Harness Action

TERRE UavtE Sept 30. The week brought historic performances on the track as Mascott the pacer matched Nancy Hanks's record with a 2:04 mile in a free for all pace. Jib Mascott Guy and Flying Jib led early, with rapid quarters and a dramatic stretch duel ending in Mascott time of 2:00 17.

Terre Uavte Nancy Hanks Mascott Nancy Jib Guy Vinette Hal Pointer Cleveland S. Chiquerita Major

Exhibit of historic patent models planned for world fair

WASHINGTON D C Sept 30 Commissioner of patents Simonds promotes a Chicago world’s Columbian exposition display. He collects notable patent models from 1836 to 1934 including Hero’s rotary engine, Franklin press, Whitney cotton gin 1774, Greenough sewing attempt 1842, McCormick reaper 1853 and Cochran machine patent 1934.

Wastinaros D. C Simonds Patent Office State War Departments Hero Christ Franklin Sir Whitney Greenough McCormicks Chicago John W. Cochran

Kidnapping of Annie Wallace Stuns City

Police struggle to locate Annie Wallace who was kidnapped Thursday morning by her father. Chief Splann says the abductor likely fled, possibly toward Canada, after fleeing in a carriage to a nearby country station and catching a train. Mrs Wallace remains hopeful and the article notes family tumult and a possible custody pursuit amid a divorce claim.

Annie Wallace Splann 2 Bex Wallace Canadas Carrige Wii

Carnegie rumored to settle Homestead dispute in country

Autty reports Andrew Carnegie’s rumored arrival to settle the Homestead trouble, sparking labor talk. J C Frick denies the report, saying the company is satisfied and progress is smooth. Also, two large boilers at Carbon iron works exploded injuring no one. building wrecked, damage estimated at $10,000.

Autty Dowling Andrew Carnegie J. C. Frick Carbon Iron Works Thirty-second St

New Bookcases and Local Medical Doctors Highlight Busy City Stores

City shoppers report new bookcases at Wa and L. Kider's while Br. Butkin M D cancer specialist and Lila N Nat Cor Oblo Indianapolis draw attention from Smalti's dyaworks. The fragmented notice mentions several businesses and a medical professional in a chaotic listing.

BR. Butkin M.D Lila N Cor Oblo Indianapolis

Spectre of a last minute document haunts Indiana politics

Senator Voorhees urges Democratic caution as Indiana faces a feared Republican gambit at the eleventh hour. The state party frets over funds, internal rifts, and the potential for a Blaine letter to fracture factions. Both sides read Bennhints as a weapon in the looming election struggle.

Indiana Senator Voorhees Blaine

Imagination at the Grand prompts lively review

Sydney Nosentfeld's comedy Imagination runs at the Grand with clean presentation and skilled interpreters. The Indias costumes shimmer while the plot follows an old man whose world is invaded by imagination, leading to riotous scenes and witty mirth. Alf Stampton, Lizzie Madson Collier, and Georgia Dickson receive praise for strong performances.

Sydney Nosentfeld Indies Sicca Alf Stampton Lizzie Madson Coller Georgia Dickson

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