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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1902
Page
3
Arch Bishop Corrigan of New York dies at 11 05 p m on Monday night reportedly from fatty degeneration of the heart. The President plans a new infantry post at Indianapolis to be named Fort Benjamin Harrison.
Republicans will take part in the Senate debate on Philippine matters, preventing Democrats from monopolizing the discussion. The plan calls for cross party participation to shape the policy discourse.
Three stock exchange firms collapsed on Monday in New York with liabilities estimated between 2 and 5 million dollars while assets remain unknown. Authorities and analysts weigh possible causes amid market uncertainties.
Senator Hanna pushes for a new trial for Major Estes G. Rathbone convicted of postal fraud in Cuba. He argues Rathbone is innocent and that the sentence is excessive.
The May 1 Treasury report shows total country money at 2,552,862,141 dollars with 292,111,899 in Treasury and 2,195,304,285 in circulation. Population estimated at 78,890,000, giving a per capita circulation of 28.66 dollars.
John Humphrey of Madison Ohio sought shelter from rain in a hollow tree with his dog. They were missing until Sunday when both were found dead inside the tree, victims of a lightning strike.
A Tuesday Senate showdown pitted American Beveridge against four insurgents Patterson Carmack Rawlin and Turner. The galleries applauded, suggesting the American won the clash.
The Louisiana Purchase Exhibition at St. Louis planned for 1908 has been postponed to 1904 to give states and foreign countries more time to prepare their exhibits.
In city races on Tuesday Republicans won 33 districts while Democrats took 15 and five saw offsets or reversals. Gains in some areas were offset by losses elsewhere, reflecting a mixed urban electoral outcome.
The two sons of Admiral Sampson and Admiral Philips, both candidates for admission to the Naval Academy, did not pass the required examination and were not admitted. The claim that Admiral Sampson had influence with the Navy Department is described as a mistake.
About eighty four prisoners tried to flee during a guard dining period. They dashed between patrol and diners at a prearranged signal. Soldiers pursued and fired, killing thirty five and taking nine while forty escaped.
A newspaper commentary argues that assaults by younger Democratic senators on the American soldier erode support for the party. It contends abuse of the army and sympathy for enemies helped keep Democrats from power for 24 years and could do so again.
An omnibus bill advancing admission of three new states to statehood is on the legislative agenda this week in Washington. The move would add new territories to the union and alter the balance in Congress as debates continue.
The text notes that Arizona Oklahoma and New Mexico are to be admitted as states though opposition exists mainly from Republicans over whether these territories meet the population requirements for statehood.
The President orders Major Gardiner to specify cruelty claims against American officers and soldiers with time place person and circumstances. Analysts expect he cannot fill the specifications and may admit many charges were inflated for campaign use.
The passage argues that San Domingo remains under rebel rule as long as a single commander commands force and followers. It warns that future leaders could replace him, a pattern seen historically. It states Democrats in Congress would similarly abandon the Philippines Porto Rico and Hawaii to such power dynamics.
The Indianapolis Journal argues that if a subsidy’s aim is to aid American shipyards and sailors, Morgan’s consolidation of lines under American capital could render the subsidy unnecessary for capital gains but still necessary for rebuilding shipyards and employing sailors.
Margaret Taylor, kidnapped four years ago by her aunt Clara Taylor with help from relatives, was located in Bordighera Italy. The President’s interest prompted the Secretary of State to seek arrest of the abducting aunt by Italy under the extradition treaty.
An old advertisement presents Scott's Emulsion as a fertilizer for children, describing it as a nutrient boost for growth in flesh strength blood and mind. It markets a free sample and lists Scott & Bowne as chemists with pricing and distribution in druggists.
A judge vows drastic punishment for a child thief whose act outraged a mother in Ohio. The culprit and her sister are described as heartless and will be tried under state law with possible imprisonment.
Rear Admiral William Thomas Sampson, who had suffered for months, died at his Washington home on Tuesday May 6 at 5 p.m. The cerebral hemorrhage caused his death. A poor boy who rose through merit to the navy’s highest rank, his career was long and honorable. His passing ends a storied life of service, and he is urged to rest in peace without further slander.
A Franklin County Democrat-carded informant asserts three auditors candidates Miller Pierce and Reifel in disputed nomination counts. He claims Brookville officials manipulated votes, pledges a Republican comeback from Ray Township in November, and calls for voters to break ring control to restore fair ballots.
A century since trousers emerged in fashion. George IV allegedly popularized them to conceal knee deformities from gout. Critics deem the trouser the ugliest tailoring creation, while golf and bicycle trends spark talk of knee breeches returning, yet long pantaloons persist with new vigor. Ancient Persians knew loose trousers, a feature echoed in Greek decor.
The pension bill became law last week providing Mrs McKinley $5000 annually. Despite some opposition the measure gained broad support as a national duty to keep presidential widows from want.
General Chaffee reports the Moro fort at Bayan captured after a gallant assault. Eighty four survivors surrendered. Sultan Bayan and other leaders killed. Casualties included one officer and seven enlisted men killed. thirty seven enlisted men wounded. Prisoners to be held, and morale and U S authority in Moro region strengthened.
Roosevelt sends a congratulatory dispatch from Washington May 4 praising General Chaffee for the army's victory and honoring General Davis and Colonel Baldwin. He commends courage and fidelity that carried the flag to victory and honors those who fell and survived for their country.
Manila reports say Lieutenant Bovars of the Twenty-seventh Infantry was killed. Captain James T. Powers of the same regiment was mortally wounded. Surgeon Porter and Lieut. Henry Wagner of the Fourteenth Infantry and Lieut. Albert L. Jossman of the Twenty-seventh Infantry were severely wounded. Likely Lieutenant Thomas A. Vicars is the intended name.
Foley's Honey and Tar contains no opiates and can safely be given to children. Sold by G. A. Baas.
Fergus county Montana draws interest for sapphire mines where gems occur in veins rather than pockets. About 18000 carats of stones were extracted in the last month.
A growing corn oil sector produced nearly 5,000,000 gallons exported last year. The oil is used in paint soap leather dressing artificial rubber and related products. The oil-cake residue is valuable as cattle feed.
Lord Acton, Oxford historian, has finished enumerating a Skibo Castle library list for Andrew Carnegie. The catalog totals over 8,000 volumes and is valued around 350000 dollars.
The Queen selects the Duchess of Marlborough born Vanderbilt to be one of her attendants at the coronation. The choice angers many English peeresses who see it as a delicate compliment to American womanhood.
United States dominates Porto Rico trade with over half the island’s exports and four fifths of imports. This year Porto Ricans will buy $10,000,000 worth of goods from the US, five times the level under Spanish rule.
Chicago manufacturers organize the National Reciprocity League to build reciprocal trade with foreign nations. They argue U.S. manufacturing capacity exceeds domestic demand and a world market must be created through concessions to other nations.
Josh Edgar of Germantown Cal describes fourteen years of sciatic rheumatism ending after using Chamberlain's Pain Balm. He reports immediate relief and a complete cure with no recurrence. The product is sold by G A Baas Batesville and Bignéy Co Sunman.
A French proposal aims to tax posters and billboards to boost state revenue and curb vandalism, potentially preserving the countryside’s visual appeal while funding public works.
A memorial tone notes Senator Hoar as a grand figure in the U S Senate who endured abuse for his beliefs and stood as the sole opponent of the Chinese exclusion bill. The Agriculture Department urges early summer fly control, explaining generations rise quickly from a single progenitor killed early to millions later.
Conventions to nominate Congressmen will be held soon. The states reelecting the same candidates for multiple terms produce the best representation and contribute most to national legislation.
The dress coat tracing its cut to the old hunting coat features divided tails and altered fronts. The servant’s evening costume arose because servants wore out their masters' hunting coats, a prerogative motif from earlier times.
The Illinois Steel Company president argues that the older rule of thumb for advancement is gone. He says today’s path requires applied science and technical skill, with specialization as the key to higher positions.
The ocean steamship trust is announced as settled though the new plan preserves existing line identities. A blanket corporation will own a majority of shares in each company, reducing world shipping to a unified system. Daily services will run between New York and England, ending cross purposes.
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