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Newspaper
Columbus Daily Herald
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1901
Page
2
The column discusses the Evening Republican’s public stance toward the Boers, comparing them to Southern slaveholders and noting a shift away from support of Britain. It mentions Senator Wellington’s denial of an assassination remark and urges Republicans to stop alleging the quote.
Civil Gov. Taft departed Manila Tuesday morning on the army transport Grant for San Francisco. A popular demonstration greeted his departure. Taft said he was pleased with progress in the Philippines and that Gen. Chaffee hopes to quell the insurrection by February except on Samar. Taft's health improved and he could walk onto the Grant.
Constantinople report: Macedonian committee accused of murderous acts was thwarted in a plot to kill the Bulgarian metropolitan of Monastir. In Jackson Mississippi A M Lea of Vicksburg district attorney and leading Republican died of apoplexy at age 50.
The latest tight street wear highlights the Flexibone Moulded Corset as a near necessity for a stylish presence both in everyday attire and for formal occasions.
Valparaiso Indiana December 25 The death of Edward Davidson was linked to Michael Curtin Bob Fleming and Roy Sewards who allegedly dragged the corpse near his shanty beside the railroad crossing for about thirty minutes The coroner named Curtin and others responsible and the grand jury is in session The witness reported threats to silence testimony
In Indianapolis two burglars tried to break into the Kaminsky & Co. office. Merchant Policeman Patrick O'Neill, awakened by the first blast, confronted the gunmen. One shot him in the mouth as he tried to enter. O'Neill fired his own weapon. the thieves escaped leaving a full burglary kit behind.
Congressman Steele arrives in Marion with his children Mrs Meta Belknap widow of Maj. Hugh R. Belknap and Cadet George W. Steele Jr. to bring home the body of Maj. Belknap who died in the Philippines over a month ago.
Noblesville Indiana December 52 William Fodren held in city jail on charge of assassinating John Seay. He waived preliminary hearing Tuesday night and was bound over to the circuit court. Trial proceedings occurred in the jail amid fears of mob violence by authorities.
Judge Carter of the superior court sustains the Commercial Insurance Co. demurrer and holds the act authorizing the state auditor to examine books of special charter companies unconstitutional.
Paoli Indiana December 25 George F Russell of Jackson township disappeared while hunting and was later found dead with a bullet wound. Authorities believe the fatal wound was accidental.
Terre Haute Indiana December 25 The Southern Indiana Railroad Co has decided to move its general offices from Bedford to Terre Haute and will try to complete the removal by the first of the year.
Flora Indiana December 25 Rev Willie Jefferson an 11 year old colored boy preacher holding services at Mt Gilead Baptist church is praised as a wonder for knowing the Bible by heart at a young age.
Five extensive paper mills and strawboard works in this county will merge into the large corporation formed in Buffalo. The transfer will occur within two weeks.
Richmond Indiana December 25 The Richmond Shovel and Tool Co the nation’s largest shovel maker outside the trust was Tuesday absorbed by the combine.
Bloomington receives offer from Andrew Carnegie for a public library building valued at 15000 dollars. The city must provide a site and 1500 dollars annually. The announcement comes from Bloomington on December 25.
Jesse Wells was fatally shot by Frank Rowe a United States infantryman at Wells home in Peru Indiana on furlough They were preparing to go hunting Tuesday afternoon authorities reported Rowe was in the military and the incident occurred at Wells residence during a furlough period
Berlin reports Germany has sent or will send an ultimatum to Venezuela over the Monroe doctrine. German papers suggest the move mirrors Berlin's stance and reference an attributed Bismarck remark that the doctrine is an audacious impulse. Public reaction questions consent and reparations in the approach.
James Hicks a leading Cincinnati iron manufacturer died at the Waldorf Astoria from blood poisoning after a lip cut while licking an envelope. He was tied to the Cincinnati Corrugated Iron Co and the Piqua rolling mills. His widow, daughter of former Cincinnati Mayor Thomas, arrived in New York and will escort the body to Cincinnati for burial.
Consolidation of five gypsum field companies creates United States Gypsum Co with 10 million dollars paid in capital. No bond issue or public stock sale. underwriters fund the deal. Company aims to promote gypsum use in plaster production over lime.
Detroit announces signings of William Lange former Chicago outfielder and Richard J Harley ex Cincinnati player. Lange to start at first base Harley to handle left field with his contract expected to arrive.
Buenos Aires December 25. Senor Alcorta Argentine foreign minister says conciliatory talks with Chile will resume. Telegraphic note to Florentino Dominguez informs arbitration commission of new developments. Representatives of Argentina and Chile likely to sign a settlement at Santiago soon.
On Bohol Island the insurgent chiefs led by General Samson surrendered with 28 cannons and 45 guns. In Batangas Province a fight between insurgents and a detachment of the 21st Infantry under Lt Edgar T Conley wounded one American private. Subig bay military prison restored and many Filipinos captured in Laguna and Batangas sent there as Col Dougherty's column advances through Laguna burning insurgent barracks and hamlets. numerous prisoners taken and heavy insurgent losses reported.
In Princeton on December 25 Mrs. Grover Cleveland released a statement confirming that the ex president remains unwell and confined to his room for nearly five weeks though his health has improved enough to ease friends’ concerns.
An army order in London declares volunteers must join full training camps and field maneuvers to be effective in modern warfare. It predicts many current volunteers will be wiped out by the new directive governing eligibility for continuing service.
Retailer advertises jackets priced from 10 to 15 dollars and discounts on blankets and comforts claiming major savings over three months. Store urges customers to visit and compare prices now.
Edgar Staunton Maclay, a skilled laborer at the Brooklyn navy yard, is discharged after refusing to resign. Maclay, author of a naval history, had recently criticized Adm. Schley and called him a coward in his final volume.
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