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Newspaper
Columbus Daily Herald
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1901
Page
2
Dopuy McGoowney, once a Columbus resident, has been appointed as a teacher in the Philippines by State Superintendent Jones. He will sail for Manila on July 23, earning $1,200 annually. An Evening Republican editorial mocks readers Bible knowledge over the Prodigal Son in the new Testament.
The Madison Democrat sued Geo Miles chairman of the democratic central committee for payment of printing costs from the campaign. The court held that those who ordered the work are liable not only the county chairmen, citing prior practice in 1892 1896 and 1897.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes Cuba will take many months to operate as an independent republic and that its future ties with the United States could deepen. The piece frames Cuba's destiny as closely linked to U.S. interests under the evolving system.
Nurse Mother Gray of the Children’s Home New York markets a powder claim to cure colds in 24 hours feverish complaints teething disorders and digestive issues while regulating bowels and destroying worms Mrs Emily Maronn of Meriden Ohio endorses it as the best medicine for feverish children Sold by druggists or by mail 5 cents Free sample with address Allen 8 Olmstead Le Roy New York
Local retailer touts first-class merchandise including carpets rugs lace curtains window shades draperies dress goods trimmings shirt waists ladies suits walking skirts wrappers muslin underwear hosiery belts and more at the lowest price consistent with quality.
A large pro Boer gathering in London calls for freedom for two African republics showing liberal sentiment in England. The Chicago Chronicle backs Mayor Taggart of Indianapolis as national Democratic Committee chairman noting his progressive base and potential to replace Jones of Arkansas. The piece also notes Congressman Grosvenor opposes a third presidential term and urges the Evening Republican to state its stance. S. E. Morais suggests Judge Harlan or Chief Justice Fuller as Democratic candidates. The text ends with a call for conscription amid rising military needs and continued Empire maintenance.
A drunken dispute ends with Ben Disney jailed after threatening Frank Huffman and resisting arrest as his mother and a policeman intervene. Separately, two PennsylvanIa Lines excursions to Chautauqua, N Y offer $12 45 round trips from Columbus with July dates and 30 day return limits. Additional Big Four train specials and zoo attractions noted in Cincinnati area.
It is estimated that 277 million pounds of gold have disappeared from use in the past 300 years. Selington is the most densely populated parish in England with 112 persons per acre, followed by Bolton.
Commander Benjamin F. Tilley reports Tutuila has about 4000 residents and the Nanua group about 2000, plus roughly 100 whites. He notes improved local sentiment and that natives have voted a tax to fund officials and government expenses.
Theodore J. Shaffer, reelected president of the Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tin Workers, is described as a cultured, modern labor leader. A Pittsburgh native, 45, he is a college graduate, a doctor of divinity, once a minister, and a noted iron and steel roller.
In Indianapolis a saloon dispute led to Thomas Hupp and Harvey Dowden clashing with Frank Sloan. Dowden battered Sloan with a beer glass, fracturing his skull. Sloan died or was dying at the city hospital. Dowden is under arrest for attempted murder. Nearby reports note a contract for a two six pot furnace window glass factory in Centralia and other local incidents across Indiana.
Samuel Ligget aged 63, a retired wealthy resident of Madison, was instantly killed Tuesday when he was struck by a train while crossing the Big Four tracks in Muncie Indiana.
The American Tourist Association led by Beau Campbell plans an extended Yellowstone Park tour with long stops at Pike's Peak Garden of the Gods and Unique Salt Lake City. Private travel in Pullman cars and exclusive coach use are arranged with all expenses included. Alaska tour also offered and details via A A Deane Trav Pass Agt Missouri Pacific Railway Indianapolis.
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