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Newspaper
Indiana Madison Courier
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
2
A reader questions whether city papers serve the locality, warning against crowding out home papers with ads and local notices. A misfired hunting accident reports Charley Smith near Osgood, shot when his gun slipped from a log, bullet passing through his chest and shoulder.
The piece notes George Orta is not a popular hero but deserves honor for long, arduous service to the country, contrasting his contributions with the celebrated exploits of Dewey and Lawton. It emphasizes his value without the same public acclaim.
Brooklyn and St Louis game postponed due to wet grounds. Boston edged Cincinnati in 11 innings on sharp pitching and defense. Orth homered in Philadelphia as the Phillies defeated Chicago 3 to 0. New York fell to Pittsburgh 4 to 6 amid Doheny’s wild pitches and errant throws.
Dr Mary L Burnham daughter of Arun R Burnham stationed at a Presbyterian mission hospital in China writes of the Ta La Hui Boxer movement near Chinan Fu The new governor has quieted outward signs but mission work is halted by guards The English Consul Mr Campbell oversees two executions The writer fears continued unrest and possible partition of China A 300 strong international blue jackets detachment arrives at Pegino
President McKinley Secretary Root and thousands of veterans attend a bronze and granite Antietam battlefield monument dedication in Hangistown Maryland. He praises unity loyalty to the Republic and the Union’s preservation while recalling Grant Lee Appomattox and wartime valor. Hood's Sarsaparilla and Hood's Pills advertise during the event.
Hanover Ind May 31 The college annual the Crowe distributed and dedicated to Professor Morse who will retire due to poor health W S Sherman becomes Y M C A Chicago athletic director President Fisher to preach the baccalaureate sermon next Sunday Rev R V Hunter Indianapolis to address students Friday preparatory exhibition College Glee Club to provide music Omebena near completion of next season football schedule
Representative Bailey of Kaness introduces a measure aimed at German tarif plans. It would apply a 10 percent discriminating duty on all German products entering the United States to protect American livestock interests and counter potential prohibitory German meat duties.
In a recent American League update Indianapolis maintains a 138 point lead as Kansas City defeats Chicago 4 to 0. The result reinforces Indianapolis atop the standings with Kansas City rising after a shutout victory over Chicago.
Louisville June 1 The ongoing heavy rain threatens to cancel today’s parade and the planned equestrian tournament and Perryville battle at the Jockey Club. Attendance at the convention was higher than previous sessions despite the downpour, with the convention opening at 10 o clock led by Col. Gordon. The parade has been postponed to tomorrow due to rain.
Tren Tax reports that 109 Americans along with 108 Americans with supports have been ordered to guard legations at Pekin but cannot proceed without Tsung Li Yamen approval. British Japanese German Italian Russian and French troops also await authority as residents greet the landing.
The passage argues that salaried young men must exceed their paid duties to gain appreciation. It asserts initiative marks value, while mere execution of others' ideas reduces a person to a tool. Reliable, proactive workers are scarce and highly demanded.
An old ad promises a one day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and refunds money if not effective. The note mentions Grove's signature and a price tag, reflecting period marketing language.
Train times show departures from Macwen at 74 and Madison at 11:40 AM. Return from Madison 2:15 PM to reach Madison again by 6:55 PM. Another line notes Sompay arrives 10:40 and Lannes at 6:00 AM.
River gauges report higher levels across Prrantine and Cincinnati as rainfall continues. In Louisville the river rises with 6 feet 6 inches in the canal and 10 feet 5 inches at the foot of the locks, while business remains good.
The notice lists departures for several steamers including Hattie Brown Captain Ross and Clerk Vawter to Warsaw at 2 P M tomorrow, Cincinnati Captain Bryant and Clerk Lepper tonight, Louisville Captain Brennan and Clerk Langbart tonight, Juniata Captain Augustine for Prestonville and Carrollton, Big Kanawha Captain Cropper for Louisville at 7 A M tomorrow, and Eva Alma for Monterey Kentucky River on Monday Wednesday and Friday at 8 A M. Also announced: Kirk building a new tow boat Mildred and a dredgeboat, Cal LU P Atmore’s past roles, and bids for a dike on the Ohio River near Tradewater mouth with opening at 2 P M July 5 in Major W H Bixby’s office.
The Congress rod mine sixty miles north of Phoenix has been sold for 1.5 million dollars to a New York syndicate including Warner Miller and John Mackay. For years it yielded up to 75 thousand dollars monthly to its owners. A separate garbled note mentions John Ebertine and severe injuries amid unclear text.
Eight year old Susie Clohecy dies at her Lawrence home within 48 hours of her sister Nellie aged 13 after Nellie's short illness. The two girls were inseparable, and Susie's death follows the heartbreak over Nellie's passing. A double funeral is held. Also noted is a plan to convert Currier's on Fulton street New York into a daytime vaudeville venue with lunch and a show from 12 to 2:30, where admission is one dollar.
The rough-coated greyhound once common in southern Scotland faces near extinction. The essay notes the breed's classic physique, including square back, strong hindquarters, and long curved tail. It traces greyhounds back 2000 years to Arrian and Xenophon and suggests Ireland as the breed’s western European origin with royal favor.
The violin aroused varied reactions in a New York Press report as tarantulas ignored it while a cobra rose to attention, scorpions wriggled, and polar bears and lions swayed or rumbled with the music. An elephant and ostrich appeared distressed by loud notes.
A Philadelphia Record tale describes a railroad era romance between a city widow and an engineer. They woo from a house by the tracks while neighbors listen from windows as gifts of roast beef and suspenders surface in playful exchanges. The engineer finally offers his heart and hand.
Great men often misspell words and even Shakespeare shows variant spellings. Browning checked spellings by writing words down. Birmingham, Alabama ships about 1,000 tons of iron daily to New Orleans, aiding expansion sentiment in Dixie amid cotton goods exports.
A Quebec tale recounts Louis Lemieux of St. Henri and Mme Letourneau uniting two 12 child families to form a large, harmonious clan. The registrar confirms the wedding and notes the 24 children once sat together at the bridal table, later forming new families in the village.
A stubborn boy grows into mischief while the father clings to possessions, a pattern noting how parental habits shape behavior and ownership across generations.
Cuba schedules elections for Saturday June 16 marking a shift from Spanish rule when polls were open on Sundays. The public will vote to show fitness for self-government and potential welfare gains.
The khedive of Egypt Abbas Hilmi, 26, plans a trip to the United States to collect a harem of American girls. Described as dissolute and crafty, he is the eldest son of the late Tewfik Pasha and became ruler in 1892 at eighteen. Educated in Vienna, critics say his character remains heartless and selfish.
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