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Columbus Daily Herald

Location

Columbus, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1901

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Murder case reshapes as Rathbun sent to Jeffersonville for trial

New details emerge in the Rathbun case. His wife in Little Rock knew of the insurance fraud plan, not the murder. The corpse of Charles Goodman will be returned to Jeffersonville for autopsy and identification, while Rathbun is to be tried there for murder.

Goodman Jeffersonville Louisville Newell C. Rathbun United States Army Charles Goodman Rathbun Little Rock Washington War Department Indiana Littlock Rathburn Evansville Ind Cripple Creek Col

Cavalry Smashes Insurgents in Luzon Clash

Capte Tartmin's 1st cavalry surprised 400 insurgents at Buan Batangas Southwestern Luzon. The battle left 16 killed and five wounded with nine rifles captured. Cavalry pursued as arms landed by boat were reported hidden near Durangan. Maj. West searches for the cache.

Manila Durangan Maj. West

Swedish laborer dies by suicide in Omaha room

Peter Miller, a Swedish laborer, killed himself with a knife and iron pin before using a rope. His roommate interrupted a throat cut, but Miller then crushed his skull with a pin, fled with a hatchet, and was found suspended from a furniture van with his body battered. Authorities deem him likely insane.

Omaha Peter Miller

Secretary Long Sends Evans to Asiatic Station as Second Officer

In Washington on November 14 Secretary Long plans to dispatch Rt Adm Reob ley D Evans to the Asiatic station as second officer in command. Adm Remey and Adm Kempff will return home after completing their Asiatic terms, leaving Rear Adm Rogers in supreme command of the squadron.

Washington Long Adm Reobley D. Evans Asiatic Stastion Remey Kempff United States Asiatic Rro Rogers

Transport Buford Arrives at Gibraltar En Route Home

Quartermaster General Ludington reports the transport Buford carrying two battalions of the 23d infantry has reached Gibraltar and is expected in New York on the 27th inst. Separately in San Francisco Judge Morrow remands Lee Gon Yung a Chinese claimant denied admission, ruling he lacks jurisdiction.

Washington Ludington Buford Philippines Gibraltar New York San Francisco United States Morrow Lee Gon Yung Mexico

Irish Envoys Redmond Mellugh and O'Donnell Hailed in Worcester

Worcester welcomed John E. Redmond and trustees Hon. Patrick A. Mellugh and Hon. Thomas O'Donnell as the Irish envoys currently touring the United States received an enthusiastic reception during their Worcester stop on November 14.

Worcester Mass John E. Redmond Patrick A. Mellugh Thomas O’donnell

Sugar tax proposal eyed by British chancellor

London reports that Sir Michael Thicks Beach the chancellor of the exchequer plans a further tax of one half penny per pound on sugar according to the Daily Express.

London Michael Thicks- Beach Daily Express

Night Wire Attack Hits Smith & Sills Grocery

A late night burglary at Smith & Sills wholesale grocery and spice house on Eight Avenue and Forty-sixth Street in New York caused an estimated loss of 145000 dollars.

New York Smith & Sills Eight Avenue Forty-sixth Street

Light from decayed meat may yield new glow for experiments

Providence Rhode Island November 14 Prof Gorham of Brown University reports extracting light from an overripe porterhouse steak to illuminate laboratory apparatus for photography. He seeks an artificial heat free light and may have a path to definite results connected with the universitys bacteriological department. Guthrie Oklahoma November 24 a pitched battle occurred near Piohee in Kay county between deputy sheriffs and citizens against a Land of Outlaws, suspected escaped Leavenworth prisoners, as masked outlaws tried to steal horses. Several combatants reportedly wounded and the gang’s escape appears unlikely as officers nationwide mobilize.

Providence R. I Gorham Brown University Bacteriological Department University Guthrie O. T Piohee Kay County Leavenworth Oklahoma

Treasury balances report from Washington shows available cash and receipts

Washington November 14 Treasury balances in the general fund excluding the gold reserve show available cash of 171,975,558 dollars and gold of 140,594,005 dollars. National bank notes redeemed totaled 380,370 dollars with internal revenue receipts at 1,065,579 dollars and customs at 1,300,023 dollars. Miscellaneous receipts 76,191 dollars and expenditures 2,305,000 dollars.

Washington Treasury General Fund

Earthquake Shocks Stir Southern Utah No Lives Lost

Specials to the Herald report a severe earthquake shock in southern Utah Wednesday night. The tremor lasted about 30 seconds in some places with a northeast to southwest vibration pattern. No fatalities or major property damage were reported.

Salt Lake Herald Utah

Deer accident injures hunter in Stephenson

In Stephenson Geo Richardson shot a deer and a dulled bullet fragment entered William Everlardt. The fragment pierced his wrist then hit his gunstock, bounced to his mouth and cheek, lodging in his neck. The wound is serious.

Menominee, Mich Stephenson Geo. Richardson William Everlardt

Danish Storm Leaves Wrecks and Losses Across coast

A powerful gale and snowstorm in Denmark over 22 hours causes extensive damage with five feet of snow piling up, eight vessels driven ashore, two wrecked, and many lives reported lost.

Copenhagen Denmark

Japan bond scheme ends in fiasco says Japanese government plan

Victoria report notes the Japan Herald says Japan's plan to raise foreign funds by selling public bonds in the American market has collapsed in a fiasco. The article cites national government strategy and public reaction to the failed fundraising effort.

Victoria B.C Japan

Markets Preview Flour and Grain Prices Across Regions

Cincinnati and Chicago market notes show winter patent flour around 4.50 to 4.60 per barrel, fancy 3.05 to 3.25, and various grades. wheat, corn, oats price bids on track. Live stock sections report mixed cattle, hogs, and sheep prices for Cincinnati, Indianapolis, and Buffalo markets with several weight and quality tiers.

Cincinnati Toy Ible Shippers Indianapolis

War to Continue as Boers Reach Ten Thousand In Field

London reports Mr. Brodrick at Carlton club says Britain will send fresh troops to Africa to replace tired units. He cites Kitchener noting increased native killings and 42,000 Boers in camps with 11,000 killed, wounded, or on parole. About 10,000 Boers remain active in the field.

London Mr. Brodrick City Carlton Club Lord Kitchener Great Britain

Cave-in swallows Aurora Mining plant near Oronoga

In Joplin Missouri on November 14 a cave-in at the Aurora Mining Co plant near Oronoga buried the hundred ton ore mill office and engine house along with six gravel cars and a tailing pile. No lives were lost but further caving is feared and nearby work halted.

Joplin Oronoga Aurora Mining Co

Peoria Chinaman in San Francisco Jail se rch by church women

Peoria resident May Trome, who went to China to settle his mother’s estate, is jailed in San Francisco. The Second Presbyterian Church women contend for his release and admission to the United States. He previously tried to enter San Francisco, was sent back to Hawaii, and later jailed again. They sent $300 after a wire request, with Congressmen Gral asked to intervene.

Peoria, IL Trome Peoria China San Francisco Second Presbyterian Church Hawaiian Islands Congressmen

Indictment of Cotton Seed Oil Officials for Price Conspiracy

The federal grand jury in Jackson Mississippi indicts many cotton seed oil men directors and officials for violating federal statutes of July 2 1900. The indictments allege conspiracies to control prices of cotton seed and cotton seed products.

Jackson, Miss

Austria Mungary Reaches Settlement With Turkey Over Armenian Victims

Vienna reports a settlement where the Porte agrees to pay 90,000 francs to Armenian victims and to address other grievances. The accord aims to resolve financial and related wrongs between Austria Hungary and Turkey.

Vienna Austria-Mungary Turkey Porte

British Firm Wins London Tramway Contract

London date November 14. A British firm secured the county council contract for electrical tramway equipment in London. Hundreds of Americans and other foreign concerns were bidders. Theretofore almost all such contracts had gone abroad.

London County Council

Montana Train Robber Suspect Indicted by St Louis Grand Jury

The November grand jury returned indictments against Starry Longbaugh also known as John Arnold the Montana train robber suspect and his companion Laura Bullion in St Louis.

St. Louis Starry Longbaugh John Arnold Montana Laura Bullion

Odds Favor Friday's High Fight Despite Low Backing

San Francisco November 14 The betting odds for Friday's high fight remain 10 to 4 with little betting on Rublin. Both fighters have largely finished preparation as interest builds.

San Francisco

widow of Josh Billings dies in Saratoga

Zieppa F. Bradford Shaw widow of Denny W. Shaw known as Josh Billings has died at her Saratoga home. She was 81 and burial is planned in Lanesborough Massachusetts.

Saratona N. Y Zieppa Bradford Shaw Denny W. Shaw Josh Billings Lanesborough Mass

Roosevelt Remembered

New York November 14 President Roosevelt has been elected first vice president of the Long Island Bible society.

New York Roosevelt The Long Island Bible Society

Federal Judge Rules Campaign Gratuities Questionable

Judge Clark in Greenville Tenn upheld demurrers in a Greene County matter where H H Gouchenour sought $10 contributions from Democratic postmasters to mail political documents. Postmasters would gain higher pay via stamp cancellations, risking government funds. Three indictments were involved. an appeal to Cincinnati followed. Gouchenour, a notable Democrat, previously ran for Congress.

Knoxville Tenn Navy Clark Federal Court Greenville H. H. Goudenourt Greene County Gouchenour United States United States Court of Appeals Cincinnati Wright Goucenour Congress

Chicago yields to nine boy crime ring led by junk dealer

In Chicago the so called school of crime was uncovered with nine boys under James Kolis, a junk dealer, as captain. Warrants were issued for several dealers who bought stolen goods. The boys confess coercion and talk of killing Patrolman Capparelli to shield truants. A 6 year old girl aided Capparelli’s safety.

Chicago James Kolis Kolis Kol Imvo Francesca S. Capparelli Board of Education Capparelli

Freight car shortage hits Chicago railroads hard

Chiageo reports in November that 15 000 to 20 000 freight cars are needed for immediate use by railroads entering Chicago. Not since 1886 has the shortage been so great, with lines refusing large tonnage daily. Orders bar cars leaving own lines and efforts push unloading at destination quickly.

Chiageo Chicago

Quarles Aims Radical Indian Policy Change

Milwaukee November 14 United States Senator Joseph V Quarles plans to go to Washington to confer with President Roosevelt on the Indian question. He calls for a complete overhaul of government handling of Indians and says current laws no longer apply and he will propose remedies.

Milwaukee Wis United States Joseph V. Quarles Washington Roosevelt Quirles

Army shifts Colorado command after Merriam retirement

Washington November 14 Brig Gen Henry C Merriam retires and is formally relieved of command of the department of the Colorado Col J N J Sanno of the 1st infantry, next ranking officer, will assume command.

Washington Henry C. Merriam Department of the Colorado J. N. J. Sanno

Speculators Accumulate 500000 Egg Cases in Storage

Local speculators in Chicago are believed to have cornered the egg market with 500,000 cases stored. Commission men expect the market to be fully controlled by mid January.

Chicago Commission

American Ambassador Andrew D. P. White Returns to Berlin

Berlin on November 14 reports that Andrew D. P. White the American ambassador arrived after sailing from New York aboard the Deutschland in October 33 and resumed his diplomatic duties after a stop in France.

Berlin Andrew Dpd. White New York France

City aims to collect 3000 taxes from sugar shipments

Pomaha records show the city treasurer moving to tax the American Sugar Refining Co for 3000 in taxes on sugar recently shipped into Pomaha to meet increased demand from the sugar war.

Pomaha American Sugar Refining Co

Arson Suspect Henry Ertz Arrested in Iowa Poison Plot

Sioux City report says Henry Ertz, a prominent Iowa farmer near Bresa, is under arrest on suspicion of attempting to poison the family of fellow farmer Joe Neberhouse. Authorities detail ongoing investigation and motives.

Sioux City Henry Ertz Joe Neberhouse Bresa

Miss Stone Case Defended by American Mission Board

The American Board of Foreign Missions disputes reports about Ellen M. Stone's capture. It says her route, used by missionaries, was safe and she had 18 to 20 escorts and a Turkish permission. No warning from Turkish or Bulgarian authorities. No grounds to criticize her precautions.

Miss Stone Boston American Board of Foreign Missions Ellen M. Stone

Uncles Claim Murder in Hurley Theater Fire

Joseph and James Noiseu, uncles of Thomas Le Claire who died in the Hurley theater fire, return from Hurley asserting the nephew was murdered and the building set ablaze to hide the crime. They allege a quarrel over a variety actress and say Le Claire was on the same floor as survivors, but no witness saw him during the fire. The case will be investigated.

Wausau Wis Joseph James Noiseu Thomas LeClaire Hurley LeClaire

Ballot Box Robbery Near Seale Alabama Reported

S W Peppers returning officer was held up at gunpoint on a road near Seale with the election returns ballot box. The thief fled to the woods and later ashes and fragments of the box and papers were found. The crime is a capital offense in the state.

Seale Ala S. W. Peppers

Riot at Great Western shop in Ovlwein injures several workers

In Ovlwein Iowa on November 14 a riot erupted between Great Western shop employees and nonunion workers who had filled in during a strike. A mob attacked the departing nonunion men, leaving several seriously injured and two unconscious.

Ovlwein Great Western

O Neill closes Bad River logging camps over smallpox fear

Ashland Wisconsin November 14 Senator O Neill of Washburn directs government officials to close all logging camps on the Bad River reservation. About 1000 men lose jobs as authorities fear a smallpox outbreak.

Ashland Wis Senator O'Neill Washburn Bad River Reservation

Swedish Bark Trio Driven Ashore and Sunk

The Swedish bark Trio ran aground at West Hepool Durham and broke up. Three crew members survived after washing ashore, while seven others drowned in front of thousands as rescue efforts failed.

London West Har Hepool Durham

Recovery Improves for Porto Rico Treasurer

San Juan Puerto Rico November 14 The condition of Mr Dix acting treasurer of Porto Rico who has been seriously ill for some time shows improvement and his eventual recovery is now assured.

San Juan P. R Dix Porto Rico

Ban Johnson Moves to Complete American League Plans

President Ban Johnson travels to St Louis to finalize arrangements for the new American League club in the city. He says players are already secured for the team.

St. Louis Chicago Ban Johnson

Chicago boxers collide in 7th round stoppage

Billy Finucane from Chicago was knocked out by Clarence Forbes of Chicago in the seventh round of a planned 20 round match at the Eagles club in St. Joseph Missouri on November 14.

St. Joseph, Mo Billy Finucane Chicago Clarence Forbes Eagles

National Grange session opens with 50 delegates

Lewiston Maine hosts about 50 delegates from roughly 30 states as the National Grange convenes. Aaron Jones, national master, calls the session to order.

Lewiston National Grange Aaron Jones

Troops Not Needed in Indian Territory Say Officials

Washington dispatch reports November 14 that the secretary of the interior informed the secretary of war that troops are no longer needed in Indian Territory. Authorities anticipate peaceful conditions and a full withdrawal in due course.

Washington Secretary of ‘the Interior Secretary of War Indian Territory

Evensville Murders Case Deepens as Police Seek Clues

Evansville authorities, aided by detectives, hunted suspects in the double homicide of two women found along opposite roadside ditches. A railroad worker, John Kifer, was detained but cleared. Miss Renner and Miss Kenner are linked by the night’s events, with no arrests yet.

Evansville Ind John Kifer Miss Renner Kifer Miss Kenner Jasper

National Friends colony party returns with land in Colorado

The National Committee of Friends led by John L. Thomas returns from Colorado after purchasing 4,000 acres in Powers county near Holly on the Santa Fe line. The site is deemed suitable for sugar beet or cantaloupe culture and a rapid colony organization is planned with Edward Cole as president, Morris Wilson as secretary, John L. Thomas as treasurer, and Daniel Bryce as general manager.

Pendleton Ind Friends John L. Thomas Colorado National Friends Colony Powers County Santa Fe Holly Edward Cole Bloomington Til Morris Wilson Magnolia This City Daniel Bryce Kansas General Planager

Burns denies urging Belgian glass workers to the U S

Simon Burns of Pittsburg, president of the old L A 300 glass workers, says he has not encouraged Belgian glass workers to immigrate to the United States for factory jobs. He claims the report circulated in Indiana aims to stir support for the new IL A 390. Burns says cooperation with Washington immigration authorities and Ellis Island is sought to keep foreigners out and that wherever possible they are sent back.

Indianapolis Ind Simon Burns Pittsburg L. A Knights of Labor Burns Indiana IL. A Washington Ellis Island

Chambers leads trip for American Window Glass Co visit

Muncie Indiana November 14 President James A Chambers and associates of the American Window Glass Co completed a five day tour of western properties. The special train then departed for Pittsburg The company oversees about three million dollars in window glass factories oil and natural gas properties in Indiana This was their first visit to these holdings Chambers says reports of factory closures and moving business to other plants are false.

Muncie, Ind James A. Chambers American Window Glass Co The Trust Pittsburg

Independent glass makers seek broader affiliation

Leopold Mambourg, manager of the American Co operative Window Glass Manufacturers association, left Muncie for Columbus to join a second meeting of independent glass manufacturers. The first meeting in Indianapolis last week warned of price cuts, and the invitation to Mambourg likely guarantees affiliation with the co operative company.

Muncie Ind Leopold Mambourg American Co-operative Window Glass Manufacturers’ Association Columbus Co-Operative Company Indianapolis Mambourg

Veteran Col R M Johnson Dies in Goshen Indiana

Goshen Indiana November 14 Col R M Johnson prominent lawyer and politician is dead He served in the 100th Indiana during the Civil War and was present at Vicksburg He was first to reach the summit at Missionary Ridge and accompanied Sherman in the march to the sea In 1856 he was appointed clerk of the United States court in New Mexico

Goshen Ind Col R. M. Johnson Col. Johnson Indiana Vicksburg Missionary Ridge Sherman United States Court New Mexico

Belknap, Ex-Congressman, Dies in Philippines

Hugh R. Belknap, a former Chicago congressman and late army paymaster, husband of Congressman George W. Steele's daughter, died in the Philippines on Tuesday.

Marion Ind Hugh R. Belknap Chicago George W. Steele Philippines

G A R and citizens plan Indiana state encampment in Indianapolis

A committee of the G A R and citizens decided the next state encampment will be held in Indianapolis with the dedication of the soldiers and sailors monument following in May.

Anderson Ind G.A. R. and of Citizens Indianapolis Soldiers’and Sailors

Hiran Hays Denied Marriage License in Lafayette

In Lafayette Indiana on November 14 Hiran Hays aged 77 was refused a license to wed Nancy Harrington aged 7h of Clinton County due to nonresidence. The court action highlights a challenge to a proposed marriage.

Lafayette Ind Hiran Hays Nancy. Harrington Clinton County

Unmarried Misses Discuss Suitors in Chicago Gossip

A light Chicago Daily News item notes Miss White asks about Miss Gray and Miss Black confirms she remained unmarried for a third time last week. The brief social tip reflects local gossip on romantic status.

Miss White Mrs. Gray

Milking Tale Sparks Classic Exchange

A brief, rustic dialog from the Chicago Daily News features a maid answering a request with humor about milking and a playful note about a calf. The exchange captures a lighthearted rural vignette from the era.

Marriage Talk Turns Dark as He Proposes Experimental Care

A humorous dialogue in the New York Weekly shows a fiancé asking to have his mother live with them after marriage. He jokes she is always ailing and needs someone to experiment on, prompting a wry exchange about welcome in-laws.

N. Y

Child Steals Jam Says He Did His Best

In a Philadelphia Press item a mother confronts her son Willie about stealing jam. Willie replies he did his best to avoid being caught, insisting the act was not his fault.

Mamma Willie Philadelphia Press

Slander Claim Sparks Family Dispute Over Engagement

In a Town Topics excerpt, Mrs Fairchild refuses consent to marriage arguing the suitor Charlie only aims to pay his debts. The daughter retorts that Charlie does not think about settling his bills, fueling a domestic conflict over marriage motives.

Mr. Fairchild Pshawpapa Charlie

Domestic Differences in Language

A humorous exchange contrasts exported and transported as Mrs Enpeck James notes language nuance and Mr Enpeck James jokes about traveling to England. The cartoonish dialogue plays on punning meanings to highlight linguistic differences.

Mrs. Enpeck James Mr. Enpeck England South

Talk of discretion and charity in Brooklyn Life

A Good Motive notes that people will gossip if one speaks too plainly while She-Then argues that sharing neighbors’ affairs is a charitable act, sparking discussion in Brooklyn Life.

Brooklyn

Conversation With Affinity and Identity

A witty exchange from Tit-Bits plays on knowing one’s affinity only through marriage and the risk of mistaken identity in unions. The dialogue humorously questions how affection or likeness can be confirmed before tying the knot.

Olebach

Comic courtroom quip from a marriage dispute source

In a playful exchange during the hearing the judge notes a quip about marriage and appearance. Mrs B sobs recalling early years while Mr B jokes about her chin ending in a witty line. Julia is mentioned in dialogue.

A Paternal indiscretion in Box Kite Confusion

In a Detroit Free Press snippet Mr. Jones laments his sons lack of respect while Mrs. Jones jokes that his failure to fly a box kite should have remained hidden. The light exchange highlights domestic humor from a bygone era.

Why attendants for a bride are called maids of honor

A humorous line from the Chicago Daily News notes that bridesmaids are called maids of honor because they are deemed too honorable to flirt with the groom.

Chicago Daily News

Glass Told the Truth in a Tit Bits fragment

A fragment from Tit-Bits presents a dialogue where a wife asks about the mouth’s size and a husband testifies that it does not look large enough to hold the tongue. The piece is a humorous snippet reflecting literary newspaper humor of the era.

Dining Delays Pace Busy Chicago Daily News

A fragment from Chicago Daily News shows a dining scene with a speaker offering any item on the bill of fare to a companion while she declines. The exchange hints at a social, urban setting and restaurant life.

Chicago Daily:News

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