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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1896

Page

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Child murderer in Ohio shocks with toddler age

Dalton report tells of Carolyn McElhinney, age about ten, who shot his playmate Tommy Kidd in a Dalton home. The killer, showing adultlike restraint and denial, loaded a double barrel shotgun, saved his infant sister, then killed Tommy and returned to neighbors as if nothing serious happened. Authorities plan confinement until age of accountability.

Dalton Ohio Carolyn Abe- Elhinney Tommy Kidd Carolyn Mellhinney Carl Tammy Kidd Ide Tommy Swanmer Hieme Cleveland Yommyr Kidd John Homan Tie McElhinneys Yommy Carling Tommy Nidd Littl Carl Mellhinner Motula Melthinney Churel Carolyn Mc@lhinney Tammy Michael Weber Mary Welly Mrs. Welly Jin Ife

Smooth-talking swindler bound over in police court

Joseph Miller was bound over to the grand jury under a $4.40 bond after a police court hearing. He swindled multiple unemployed men, posing as a railroad agent to recruit workers for car and dining car jobs, then vanished with the funds. Victims across Spencer, Maywood, and Indianapolis lent money. Miller even borrowed and returned an overcoat to gain trust. His wife in Spencer says she knows nothing of his schemes.

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Officers Accused as Charges Filed Against Two Patrolmen

Supt Calbert filed charges against Patrolman Tim O Connor alleging intoxication and unbecoming conduct. John Seaman says O Connor insulted and assaulted his wife with a mace after meeting him last Sunday. Harrison Ogborn charges Patrolman Frank Bolen with interfering and ending his speech at Meridian and Washington. Bolen denies interference citing a police order to clear the sidewalk. The Board of Safety will meet Thursday night to investigate.

Calbert Tim O'Connor John Seaman West St O'Connor Seaman Harrison Ogborn County Populist Central Committee Frank Bolen Meridian Washington Sts Bolen Board of Safety

Broad Ripple Oil Well Drenches Reporter in Oil Splash

Hal Reed of the News visited the Broad Ripple oil field on Monday. He opened a pipe end from the drilling crew and was drenched by a sudden oil spray. Reed rushed to the city for a car and told his paper to hold the press for a column.

Hal. Reed News Broad Ripple Reed

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity hours ending eight

Weather forecast for Indianapolis and surrounding area notes fair conditions for the period. It mentions Wednesday night and Thursday with temperatures at twelve, two, and other early times, though the OCR is incomplete. An advertisement line references Dustless Oats for horses and marble mosaic floors.

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Eleven Lives Lost In Milwaukee Harbor Gale

A Milwaukee harbor gale sinks the barge Sumatra a mile off the government pier. Four crewmen drown while Arthur Burnsted Charles Hemmer Patrick Peterson and Peter Ander-Sritt from West Bay City Mich. are among the rescued and later stories describe attempts to save others as the Sumatra breaks apart and hull and wreckage drift. Captain Charles Johnson and mate John Burbeck are among the survivors, with the tug Simpson assisting in rescue efforts.

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Rain And Floods Persist In Indiana And Surrounding Areas

Weather records show persistent rain from the prior week with six inches since Saturday and at least a foot more expected. Wednesday was particularly wet with rivers rising four feet at the pump house gauge and Pogue's Run overflowing banks in places. cooler temperatures in Indiana contrasted with warmer readings elsewhere as the storm expanded along the coast and into Georgia.

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Mayer Proposes Winter Grand Opera for Festival

Perdinand Mayer, recently back from Europe, advocates replacing the usual spring festival with a winter grand opera. Tir, a director of the May music festival, supports the substitution, signaling a shift in the festival’s format and timing.

Mr. Mayer Perdinand Mayer Ue Rope Tir

Park and Empire stage slate runs through next week

The Park hosts The Gilhorlys Abroad with Jerome Powe and James Gorman cast, plus Down in Dixie featuring Thomas H. Pavis and William T. Keogh in southern scenery. Empire presents Joly Otchins for three days starting Thursday with a lively, long running comic edge.

Jerome Powe James Gorman John George Corman Jie Boston Thomas H. Pavis William T. Keogh Down In Dixie Carolina Caroline Down In Dixie the Park Joly Otchins Empire

Diadem Flour Advertised by Noblesville Milling Co

When you want fine pastry and light biscuits use Diadem Flour Ivory sack guaranteed Sold by all grocers W Noblesville Milling Co

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Indiana Fusion Crisis Seethes Over Populists and Democrats

The Populists nominate a separate electoral ticket after failed fusion talks with Democrats in Indiana. Leaders clash as ten Democrats and five Populists appear on rival tickets amid skepticism about whether both sides can win. Analysts warn the split could push the state toward the Republicans.

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Suit Begun Over Clark Brooks Family Estate Turmoil

A Shelbyville court fight centers on John N Clark Brooks later Peter Brooks alias John N Clark and Amanda Todd Clark. B D Brooks and his mother claim ownership of a multi thousand dollar estate. The case hinges on prior marriages and a missing divorce and includes potential witness testimony and a contested marriage certificate.

Bartholomew Indianapolis Man Sology John No Yaris Shelbyville Buurial Mr. Brooks Mrr. Brooks Becas Peter Brooks John N. Tark Amanda Todd Clark Clark Hutchins John N. Clark B. D. Brooks West Indianapolis Anna Brooks John West Amanda Todd Ania Brooks Brooks Clarks Clark New Jersey

Death in a storm sweeps Georgia coast kills four at Brunswick

A ferocious hurricane struck the Georgia coast on Tuesday causing widespread damage from Brunswick to Savannah. Four people died in Brunswick and injuries and property loss were reported as ships were driven from moorings and rail lines obstructed. The storm was recorded at 62 miles per hour in Charleston with extensive flood and ruin across several towns.

Atlanta U. P Georgia Brunswick Monitor William Daniels Able Williams John Jefferson Baby Herett Savannah Here Charles ii. Ras Turner Ray Governor Sawyer Charleston Star Capt Ctty Savannah River Tybee Island S. A U. F Juniata Valley Huntington JT. P Lock Haven Northern Central Pennsylvania Jack's Mountain Bedford County Raystown Saxton Riddesbure Reading U.P Temple Temple Furnace Company

Peculiar Death of Thomas D Hale at City Hospital

Thomas D Hale aged 46 died at City hospital Tuesday night after a period of illness. Physicians summoned quickly and a post mortem by Coroner Casto Wednesday morning found death caused by a tumor of the heart, a rare incurable malady. Hale resided at 146 W Washington St. Hardwood mantels grates etc listed by M Lilly.

Thomas D. Hale City Hospital Hale Flo Casto Washington St

City Life Notes Highlight Local Figures and Events

Cordon Gould returns from Europe on an extensive tour. Judge V W Johnson of Franklin discussed politics with friends at the state house. Controller Johnson and county commissioners discussed a new building project for city ages. Bicycle rates planned by the Indianapolis Cycle Track Association were canceled due to rain. About 200 students attended Wishard's address on Tuesday.

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Also Mentioned on This Page

Kitte Ale Elhinney Carl Malainey Roy Tomsliy Kidd Weber Wilich Dged Sile O'Conner Janes A. M. Lilly Milwaukee Government Pier Wead West Bay City Penalist Miss Democracy CR. S Rocky Mountain News Tomlinson Hall Geo. F. Washburn National Committee Orrand Hotel Democratic State Central Committee Thhey Thaal Rathyr Noncon Encog Georgia Coast J. M. Merrill Atlanta Telephone Company Mr. Mervil Lilly City Life
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