Indiana political forecast and local notes from fall week
Indiana news surveys a Democratic tilt in the state legislature with a strong chance of a Senate majority and a sizable House lead, lists projected congressmen margins, notes Adventist conference results, hog cholera panic, gas and oil wells, a nail mill buildout in Hammond, a Kokomo gas well test, and electoral tensions including a Lucas challenge to Holman. Also reports torch threats in Madison, diphtheria in Rochester, and a Crawfordsville bribery arrest plan.
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Democratic Polls Predict Big Indiana Victory In Off Year
Cincinnati Enquirer Indianapolis special reports Indiana Democrats predicting a large statewide win. Henderson, head of the state committee, cites a preliminary county poll showing a Democratic plurality above 11 600 and a rise in Prohibitionist votes. Republicans favored in some congressional districts, while Democrats expect gains in the legislature and Vanderburg county.
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Plentiful plums weighed down by branches and river misfortune
A Portland man reports an egg plum tree bent under heavy fruit with branches braced to support the load. Nearby Champaign fishermen find a dry Kaskaskia river, wading to gather thousands of fish from shallow pools, while a 9 foot eagle released in New York bears a brass tag with a return reward.
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Washington Letter reports cuts and pension trends in 1884 politics
Washington dispatch notes the administration’s cost saving across departments, hundreds of printing office layoffs, and high pension totals with 365,783 on rolls. It cites figures on presidential year expenditures, projected House balance, and a humor bit about Treasury plate design. Posey county pensioners total 223 with $24,198 yearly.
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Old Lady Devoured by Hogs Near Neighborhood
Mrs Greenwell, a 70 year old widow, left home to visit a neighbor about a mile away. She did not return and later bones and flesh were found among fighting hogs. Clothes scraps identified the remains as hers. Authorities suspect she fainted and was attacked while unconscious.
Taylor Brothers Face Pressure in Tennessee Meetings
Bob Taylor uses courting tactic at gatherings while Alf Taylor, anxious, stands by silent. Local observers question propriety of the kissing gesture and its impact on supporters.
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English Actresses Prep Interviews Ahead of American Tour
English actresses prepare for interviews before departing for an American tour. They often state they feel nervous since they are rarely interviewed in their own country.
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Claims of Both Parties on Coming Congressional Elections
In Washington D C on October 20 both parties push to win the next House as it will count the electoral vote in 1888. Despite strong efforts both sides face more trouble with candidates than ever before yet remain confident and set out their claims on the completion of state delegations.
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Fire razes block in Grayville destroying several storefronts
Fire swept through the block between Board's drug store and the Lindell hotel in Grayville tonight destroying two shoe shops a harness shop a drug store and other buildings. The origin of the blaze is not yet known.
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Chicago club leads World Series two to one
Cariaco Oct 20 The Chicago club has won two of three games in the world championship series against the St Louis club. The St Louis club is the American Association champion. Three games remain to be played.
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Hovey criticized by Mt Vernon officials in local notes
Local items caution that Gen Hovey has no county officers or deputies in Mt Vernon willing to oppose him though Democrats hold offices. The column also lists readings by teachers, political opinions from deputies, mine delays, travel notes, wedding plans, and various residents visiting or visiting for elections.
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