Indiana Electric Traction Lines Spur State Growth
Indiana leads in building electric interurban rail lines with seven thousand miles projected within five years, boosting Indianapolis as a commercial hub. The new systems unite key cities like Muncie, Anderson, Marion, Greenfield, Kokomo, and more, while promising favorable local rights of way and state-financed bonds.
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Indiana
Ohio
Peck
Sagacidus
George F. McCulloch
Muncie
Mr.Culloch
Union Traction Company of Indiana
Indianapolis, Greenwood & Franklin Company
Indianapolis & Greenfield Company
Eastern Traction Company
Indianapolis & Martinsville
Union Traction
Wabash
Peru
Logansport
Kokomo
Indianapolis
Shelbyville
Knightstown
Richmond
New Castle
Connersville
Indianapols Northern Traction Company
New French Lick Springs Hotel Power Plant Plan
A notable power project at New French Lick Springs Hotel features a main station in North Anderson with sub stations in Marion Fairmount Elwood Alessandria Muncie Daleville Ingalls and Lawrence. The company operates hourly trains from 4:00 am to 11:00 pm between Anderson Muncie Marion Elwood and Indianapolis using a block system. Fast trains between Muncie and Indianapolis were arranged to handle rising passenger traffic with limited trains stopping only at Anderson. Trains depart Indianapolis at 7:30 am and 10:30 am and Muncie at 4:36 pm and 7:30 pm daily, completing the trip in two hours.
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Anderson
Marion
Fairmount
Elwood
Alessandria
Muncie
Daleville
Ingalls
Lawrence
Iarion
Indianapolis
McCulloch
Eastern Traction Company to Extend to Dayton and Indianapolis Feeder
The Eastern Traction Company aims to push its interurban lines from Greenfield to Knightstown and Richmond, with a later extension toward Dayton to join Ohio’s electric network. Promoted by the Central Trust Company of Indianapolis, the system promises strong regional growth and profitable investment, while current operations include seventeen miles of track and regular service from Indianapolis to Franklin and nearby towns.
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Indianapolis
Eastern Traction Company
Indianapolis & Greenfield Railroad
Greenfield
Knightstown
Richmond
New Castle
Connersville
Dayton
Indiana
Central Trust Company of
Charles B. Coffin
West
Ohio
Indianapoliis
Union Traction Company of Indiana History Summary
The Union Traction Company of Indiana traces its origins to 1887 in Anderson and Muncie. It emerged from the Anderson street railway and the Muncie Anderson Indianapolis line, consolidating with the Citizens' railway company in 1892. Key figures include Charles I Henry, Philip Matler, and George F McCulloch.
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Union Traction Company of
Indiana
Anderson Electric Street Railway Company
Charles I. Henry
Anderson
Philip Matler
Marion
Old Horse Railway
Muncie
Union Traction Company of Indiana
Muncie Road
Citizens’ Railway Company
George F. McCulloch
Muncie, Anderson & Indianapolian Company
Interurban Rail Line Opens From Greenwood to Indianapolis
The Indianapolis Green Wood and Franklin interurban began service January 15 1900 with ten miles of track from Greenwood through Southport to Indianapolis. The line drew crowds with green cars and electric headlights and added a second ten miles to Franklin on June 6 1901. Travel surged after the extension while Franklin welcomed the new link.
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Indianaolis
Franklin
Greenwood
Indianapolis Street Railway
Indianapolis
Southport
Whiteland
Johnson County
Morgan County
Brown and
Bartholomew
Shelby
Louisville
Pennsylvania Railroad
Indianapolis, Greenwood & Franklin Railroad
Washington St
French Lick Springs History and Mineral Waters Lore
The article surveys French Lick Springs as a historic health resort with mineral waters noted by Europeans since 1722. It links the springs to geology, Indian traditions, and early trade from Vincennes, discussing fissures, the Cincinnati dome, and long settled use by mound builders and tribes.
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Gulf
Great Lakes
Europe
Mississippi
Ohio
Hot Springs
Arkansas
French Lick
Indiana
LaSalle
Champlain
Marquette
French Lick Springs
Arkansas Flat Springs
Alaska
Prince of Wales Island
Wrangel
Lost River
Cave Country
Vincennes
French Dick Springs
Vincennés
Springs
Wabash Valley
Florida
America
Ponce de Leon
Cincinnati Dome
Pluto
Orange
Crawford Counties
Northwest Territory
Cure Cancer With Booth ing Oils Promoted by Doctor Bye
An advertisement touts Booth ing balms and aromatic oils as safe cures for cancer. It claims to treat facial, breast, womb, mouth, stomach cancers and ulcers using various oils. The notice urges sending for a free book and addresses Dr. B. F. Bye in Indianapolis.
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B. F. Bye
Indianapolis
Ind
History incomplete without mention of others in Indianapolis
Fragmentary note from The Greater Indianapolis urges recognition of overlooked figures and events shaping the city’s past. It highlights forgotten contributors, local organizations, and milestones deserving archival attention to complete the narrative.
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Indianapolis
Indianapolis Water Works A Model for the Nation
Indianapolis water works, established 1870 by Water Works Company, built from White River pumping plant with 6.5 million gallon capacity, expanding to 52 miles of mains by 1881. The system delivers 120 psi at hydrants and 70 psi to homes, supporting fire protection and domestic use, under leaders Gen. Thomas A. Morris and F A W Davis with a large board of directors.
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Indianapolis
Water Works Company of
White River
Washington St
Pearl St
United States
Gen
Thomas A. Morris
F. A. W. Davis
Milton A. Morris
Davis
Manufacturers’ Natural Gas Company
Mr. Morris
Edward Daniels
J. L. Ketcham
Albert Baker
W. T. Malott
H. McKay Langdon
E. P. Kimball
E. T. Kimball
J. K. Bates
Portsmouth
N. L. Co
Andrews
Brazil
Ind
C. H. Paysson
Herbert Payson
Portland
Indianapolis Sets Record Run For 1901 Business Activity
Indianapolis reports the year 1901 as the strongest in commerce and manufacturing in its history. Business men note a 20 percent higher activity overall with widespread employment and increased capacity across mills and other industries.
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Indianapolis
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