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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1900
Page
4
General MacArthur announces a proclamation enforcing strict laws of war on inhabitants and combatants in the archipelago. It targets insurgent threats and secret committees while warning newspapers against sedition and stating rebels lack POW status.
Granville Ohio Dee 20 G T L Mason a Dowhe leer of Chicago was mobbed last night at the opera house after bitter attacks on Masonic orders. He was pelted with fruits and vegetables and pushed to the floor. He escaped injury and was escorted to the residence of I E Winters amid threats he would be attacked if he lectured again.
Chicago residents Snyder and wife were fatally shot late last night at their home on Den Lake Avenue. the husband died from two bullet wounds in his bedroom while the wife was found in the dining room. Pushcand and wife are unconscious. no suspect has been located. Mrs. Snyder had been staying here after traveling from Lasalle where she worked. no prior quarrel between the couple is known.
The juvenile court aims to convert Chirag a New Reform School Chierven into a reform institution for Chicago boys. The plan involves probation supervision and future placement with government training ships, with older youths to be corrected under officers.
A major blaze in Cobnntia last night damaged the Jerome hotel and four additional mercantile establishments on Main and Assembly streets. Estimated losses reach $142,000 with $53,000 covered by insurance.
Tavana December 20 An invalid young lady, sister of General Castillo of the Cuban army, killed herself by shooting through the heart. Grief over a sister's marriage believed to be the motive. Chicago December 20 William H. Durr, theatrical manager, died at an undertaker’s last night after a binge.
An advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney liver and bladder problems. It claims success in Bright s Disease and offers a free sample bottle and a book by mail to readers of this paper who mention the notice.
A Tope county bank robbery left the Citizens Bank vault blown open and safe smashed. About 815,000 in cash and valuables were seized as robbers fled after an explosion. Postmaster Philip Shaugh fired at one suspect but did not stop the escape. President Willam Kennedy vowed full depositors would be protected.
Washington December 19 friends of the Teasy Pauncefote treaty filled the senate in executive session with speeches by Foraker and Morgan. Foraker defended the treaty praising Secretary of State Way as a scholar and statesman while noting policy differences but lauding his neutrality stance as following precedent.
In Washington Dull day yields no open session business in the Senate while the House concentrates on District of Columbia matters. Lawmakers consider railroad terminal facilities and elevating tracks across the Mall near Pennsylvania Avenue, with debate paused for a recess until eleven oclock to continue the legislative session and advance the bill.
A historical note from New York mentions a Mr. Charles, son of the late John, connected to the sending of a envoy and plenipotentiary to Greece. It records birth in Troy, and ties to the Prospital Pines fund and previous diplomatic posts to Greece, Portugal, and Austria Hungary.
Indiana’s Supreme Court affirmed the judgment against William H. Smith for possessing quail during the closed season. The court ruled the law is constitutional and that possession at any time during the closed season can incur a fine. Smith, a Indianapolis restaurant keeper, had argued he bought the quail in December and kept them until his February arrest.
In Terre Haute Indiana Hiram Sanders died in jail after being found outside a west end saloon apparently drunk. Officials report poison may have been in his stomach and investigators seek whether it was self administered or forced via his liquor. Sanders recently moved from Flora with his wife and had been employed at a car works before becoming unemployed on Saturday.
Marion Indiana news reports Mrs Joseph Belair a 15 year old girl from this city gave birth to a child on Monday. Belair is daughter of Mrs David Maneely who is mother to four children and had a grandchild at age 32. Two daughters of Maneely wed before 14 and one became a mother at 14. Belair becomes a mother at 15. Maneely recently had another child.
December 19 report from South Whitley Indiana states 14 year old Fred Rutle, son of Admore Rutle of North Manchester, was killed after being thrown under freight wheels while attempting to jump from a moving Wabash train during a visit to girls. Companion George McClure, 18, was injured but expected to recover.
The first Chinaman admitted to the Catholic church in northern Indiana is Taam Hong, a Wabash laundryman. He married an American wife. his wife Mrs Ilong was brought into the church with him.
Marion Indiana December 19 Clifford Robinson colored bartender at the Black Prince saloon was arrested on suspicion in the murder of Irvin Dye white who died about three weeks ago officers deem him familiar with the murder case
Thomas Norton a 20 year old brake man on the Lake Erie and Western railroad in Tipton Indiana fell under his train and was killed near here Norton a member of the Fifth cavalry in the Spanish American War was from this city and had served in the war.
The bodies of Mrs. Elizabeth Watking and Mrs. C. R. Cameron, killed in a Brockton Montana wreck last Wednesday night, were brought to Greencastle Indiana and burial was held yesterday.
The Home Telephone Company of Crawfordsville Indiana plans to extend its service eight miles into the countryside. No toll will be charged for out of town telephone service.
The Marion Gas company reports a Coulter farm well now producing 4,000,000 cubic feet of gas daily. Officials believe the new output will ease the local gas shortage in Marion Indiana.
West Point court of Inquiry hears 35 cadets on hazing linked to the Oscar T Boos death. Witnesses from notable families say brutality was not common while some “bracing” practices were banned. Proceedings may continue through Saturday as more testimonies are expected.
The special committee appointed by Speaker Henderson will begin the investigation into the death of Osenar T. Booz immediately after the holiday recess. The panel has resolved to probe the Booz case to the bottom.
Lansing Mich Dee 20 The supreme court has sustained the pardon granted to ex Inspector General Arthur F Marsh by Governor Pingree. Marsh was convicted in the circuit court of Ingham county of complicity in state military frauds. his case was on error to the supreme court when the governor pardoned him.
In Fatherville Ta on December 20 John Freeman admitted killing his wife and burning their home. He described striking her with a shoe, chloroforming her, placing her on a bed, covering with excelsior soaked in gasoline and setting the blaze before fleeing. He says motive was to gain possession of her property.
M Quan signs a boastful note threatening violence after a governor saloon incident and editor jibe. He vows to visit Lone Jack Sunday, bets 6 to 1 the Recorder editor will flee. A brick hat thrown through a Kicker window is noted as retaliation with more trouble expected.
A Chicago Pont dialogue recalls college life with hints of the era. One speaker references Jinks as a halfback who kicked a goal from the field twice in the second half, while the other mentions a dominant center rush and asks about the president at the time.
A work horse and a carriage horse stand together in the street. The carriage horse mocks the other's canvas feed bag while the work horse counters with a witty reply. Pauline is invoked with a prancing dig at aristocratic taste and harness chains glint.
On a beach a woman questions aid for a ship in distress. The Chief Coast Guard hurries to assure that all is being done and a line has been sent to the crew to come ashore. The excited lady jokes that the sailors awaited a formal invitation. Glasgow Times reports with period voice.
Mr Snaggs, newly invested in petroleum, notes many dry holes while Mrs Boages cites the rainless period. The Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph reports on local pursuits to strike oil as drought affects prospects.
A fragmentary dialogue references fashion items and reversible fabrics with playful banter. The text hints at items like a plaid golf skirt and reversible figures, set against a Detroit-inspired aside.
Mrs Adele Hayes wife of Brookston postmaster T S Hayes died in Hartford Conn after Christian Science treatment over seven weeks. She was 71. The Christian Science examiner claims internal goitre unknown. doctor says tuberculosis of the larynx with arhhea. Survived by two daughters a son. body to be sent home.
Columbus Indiana December 20 Sheriff Wagner has no crew to the Hope bank robbers beyond five tramps camped near the place over the past week and seen in town late the day before the robbery.
Bishop Chatard of Indianapolis reports improved health and now intends to continue governing the see. He will be aided by newly appointed coadjutor Bishop O’Donoghue after recently suffering a stroke of paralysis. Previously head of the American College in Rome.
In Benton Harbor Michigan on December 20 Charles Moshier aged 35 and his son Harold aged 10 died of typhoid fever. A daughter is expected to recover none. The mother who was ill is recovering. The family, followers of the Dowle faith, refused physicians and the sick members refused to take medicine.
A mine car on the Great Kanawha Colliery incline near Charleston West Virginia ran away while carrying workers. It sped down the grade tearing apart the car. Two colored men were killed in the accident.
Chicago December 20 The Mayor has revoked all permits for prize fights issued before the anti fight ordinance. The move ends speculation that he would not approve the new law and confirms strict enforcement.
Opposition rising in the opening chamber challenges the proposed marriage of Prince Charten and the Princess of ASturius. Richard Zoller, a Pittsburg traction employee, claims he did not marry a colored woman. Neighbors protest and police guard the couple’s home. A. C. Metager of Newark is linked to a killing. the victim was not his wife. Mrs Metager travels to Hopewell where the tragedy occurred. Metager later killed himself.
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