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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1900
Page
1
A report from Austin on April 7 says the Colorado River flood burst the Big Granite dam two miles above town, creating a lake about 30 miles long. Residents downstream fear a Johnstown like disaster as water pours through the town.
Reports from Austin tell of a catastrophic dam break on a fast rising river. Two engineers drowned when the powerhouse washed away, nine bodies recovered, and hundreds of structures damaged or destroyed. The flood, worsened by a cloudburst, threatens a $1.5 million power plant and weighs on regional losses in the millions.
Dallas April 7 The worst rains in years flood the Concho river valley Tom Green county with Water Valley reported wholly destroyed about 60 frame structures ruined 300 residents fled highslands. property losses run across farms cattle ranches Brazos Trinity Colorado rivers rise causing widespread damage in Tom Green Pecos Brewster Presidio Jeff Davis and El Paso counties with major lines Fort Worth and Denver and Southern Pacific reporting losses.
A Friday night cloud burst southwest of Austin turned Nueces river and streams into raging torrents, sweeping away thousands of acres of crops. The Southern Pacific railroad lost several miles of track to the floodwaters.
Thomas Harrison known as the human ostrich, who spent two years at San Quentin chewing glass for fellow inmates and visitors, has been released after serving time for grand larceny. He claimed hereditary glass eating from an African prince ancestry and said he ate up to 15 lamp chimneys in one sitting. Wardens supplied glass with rations. he plans to reform and join the Salvation Army as an advertising feature.
In Proctorville Ohio fire swept through the business district beginning at 9 am and raging past noon. Over 80 buildings burned including Bush flooring mill Reynolds clothing Mauck & Warters general store and the post office. Only R W Mauck dry goods remained. few buildings were insured. Proctorville, population 500, lies opposite Huntington across the Ohio River.
Carpenters protest a canvassing report to call on contractors. The report claimed some contractors could not be found yet others would sign if the rest did. Only about two men remained unaccounted. Carpenters deny proposing a 20 cent scale via Fred C. Smock.
Charles A Schrader has bought the McCormick building at Maryland and Pennsylvania streets for 30000 dollars. He plans to erect a building for his symbol business on the site.
A March 19 clash at Jig Jiga between native Christians led by the Governor of Harar and Mussulmans ended in a Christian victory. About 2,000 Muslims were killed. King Menelik of Abyssinia sent 8,000 mounted troops to reinforce Hadar.
The Indianapolis fire insurance association banqueted at the Grand hotel on a Friday night. Speakers urged better laws, buildings, and cooperative agencies to reduce fires and lower rates. Auditor Hart stressed legitimate insurance while Attorney General Taylor called for fire prevention in construction. Mayor Taggart praised the city’s fire department but urged an electrical inspector to curb fires caused by wiring.
Directors express joy at large donations for the rummage sale to be held Tuesday morning at 405 Meridian Street. Capital Lumber Company donated shelving lumber to organize goods. proceeds aid establish a permanent home for the school.
London dispatch reports Gen Roberts stating 591 men killed wounded or captured near Bethany on Wednesday. Officers suffered two killed three wounded eight captured. British force 167 mounted 424 foot. enemy about 3200 with five guns. At Orange Free State kopje a 500 British drive captured 50 Boers at bayonet point and took two guns.
P L Wessels of Bloemfontein visits Washington to listen to Webster Davis and argues Roberts faces a mounting Boer defense. He says Roberts is in a bad way, horses ailing, cavalry footbound, and a large mounted force is needed to protect communications. Boers plan strong defense around Bloemfontein. British advance will be difficult.
The Boers behavior near Bloemfontein causes no unease despite two British force losses in a week. Officials at the war office express trust in Roberts to act, noting Boer mobility reduces the need for costly marching. A noted Boer commando raid near Bethany seized five British troops, prompting potential censure for those responsible.
The brother of Gen Count De Villebois Marais, killed in the Orange Free State, petitions the British government to permit repatriation of the general's remains to France.
A Cairo dispatch notes Fischer, a Boer peace delegation member, offered little new. He reiterated that the war has just begun, denied Dutch aims for dominion in South Africa, and expressed sorrow over misreadings in the English press.
A Bloemfontein dispatch dated April 5 reports Gen Porter conducted reconnaissance east of Bloemfontein and dispersed 150 Boers. The April 7 London report confirms the action and notes the enemy’s retreat.
A dispatch from Carnavon Cape Colony reports Gen Sir Charles Parsons surprised and captured 200 colonial rebels. The event occurred in Cape Town on April 7 according to the dispatch.
CHICAGO April 7. Chairman Jones appoints M. F. Dunlap of Jacksonville Illinois as treasurer of the Democratic National Committee. Dunlap was the party's nominee for state treasurer in 1898 and is a close adviser to William J. Bryan.
Not long ago Dr Karchner of the City Dispensary treated a patient with a broken leg. The leg was bow-legged before, but after surgery the straight leg became properly aligned while the other remained crooked. The surgeon finds no other remedy than to break the crook and set it to match.
The Leavitt dairy barn at Baltimore avenue and Thirtieth Street burned early Saturday, killing 30 cows and four horses. Fire likely started by an incendiary. losses total about 3,000 dollars for the barn and 1,800 for outbuildings. Milk delivery continues by sourcing from outside. Two hose wagons responded but no water plug. roof collapsed as flames spread.
Francis N. Stetson, attorney for first and third mortgage bondholders, announced that the J. Pierpont Morgan company has acquired most of the bonds of the L. B. E. and St. L. or Airline railroad and seeks a public sale to satisfy claims. If the sale proceeds, the Southern railroad group, controlled by Morgan, would gain entry into St. Louis and expand the system. Second mortgage holders resist, fearing later validity challenges. Judge Woolf said a decree of sale will be issued, with all bondholders paid from the fund.
Two men recovered a pistol from Fall Creek near Thirtieth Street after a disturbance involving W Fred Simon and N Noblest. Thureddy was wounded when Kettlehake, 65, was shot and later improved but faces uncertain recovery prospects. Detectives continue search for the weapon and the men who fished it from the water Friday morning.
Weather forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the thirty six hours ending at 8 PM on April 8 provides expected light winds and no significant precipitation with temperatures ranging from morning lows around 40 to afternoon highs near 65. City and surrounding areas should remain dry with clear to partly cloudy skies and typical spring conditions.
Washington buzzes over the Kentucky gubernatorial dispute as Gov. Taylor weighs legal steps. Counsel can file within two years, but officials fear dilatory tactics. Fate of the appeal hinges on Kentucky law and Supreme Court timing, with party leaders urging swift action amid uncertainty. Representative Wheeler warns of overreach and vows decisive action if delays persist.
Beclouded by the Kentucky political crisis, mountain feuders in Clay Harlan Letcher and Perry counties vow to resist arrest of Jim Howard Sid Baker and Berry Howard amid secret warrants. Gov Taylor defends his pardon position and vows to stay in office pending a US Supreme Court ruling. Ex Gov Bradley and Lexington reporters face legal actions as threats target Beckham guards in London Kentucky.
A $5 000 damage suit was filed Saturday by Cecil Boston against the Havens Geddes company of Indianapolis for injuries received by jumping from an upper story of their Terre Haute store which burned in December 1898.
A Chicago paper repeats that Mark Hanna will not be Republican chairman in the next campaign while Dewey notes Hanna could reemerge in Cleveland. Henry C Payne of Milwaukee is touted for chairman with Perry Meath named as vice chairman.
Anna Dewitt and John Cravens, both former inmates at Indianapolis insane hospital, married in 1900. Dewitt set a barn blaze after Cravens left for Indianapolis to buy goods, her body burned in the fire. The couple had been discharged as cured earlier after long hospital histories. The Sun reports the tragedy with notes on prior insanity and employment at the asylum.
Blanche McAllister files habeas corpus suit against Addie B Houk of 3143 N Capitol Ave. Judge Leathers orders Houk and Dorothy McAllister to appear in court on Monday April 9. The two year old child sparked incidents at Union Station after a failed alleged kidnapping attempt on Thursday.
The Board of health gains 1000 to fight disease as Saturday Mayor Taggart signs several ordinances including anti-spitting and annexation for Tuxedo Place. He jokes about penalties and says enforcement is planned while reporting a likely veto of the annexation bill.
Miss Amy Algeo principal of school 33 was found guilty of assault and battery on Ernest Harris by Squire Smock. She whipped the boy last Friday. case heard Monday and appeal filed to criminal court. Fined $1 and costs.
Rev J H Washington of Easyst Shady Side reports the Evangelical rescue and manual training home and school will no longer solicit funds. The institution remains independent except for help from one or two individuals, and all subscription books and collectors have been withdrawn.
The Young Hoosiers defeated the Young Tigers in a Saturday baseball game with a 30 to 19 score. Hoosiers players Calderhead Reber and Keller led the battery, while Tigers batted by Fidringer Beane Sanders and Hoffman.
A. C. Newby has called a Monday night stockholders meeting for Newby oval. He says he does not know what will be done with the track though racing is likely this season under N. C. A. control.
A fragmented ad item mentions Try Hoyt's poison cure for blood and promotes Beaton's Hat Store offering hats for sale at three dollars. The readable text combines two distinct offers in a single fragment.
Shanghai April 7 A joint ultimatum from American British German and French ministers to the Chinese foreign office is presented as Boxers rise in China. Reported moves include strong naval guards and a large fleet at Taku while the dowager empress negotiates with Liu Kungtuh about restoring the emperor who is deposed.
In Washington in April speculation runs over Senator Clark’s fate with talk of a possible vacancy and voter decision. Commentators predict a report may take two weeks as rivals accuse Democratic leaders of bribery influence before and after the election.
A lively morning field meet for Manual Training students drew strong crowds and 12 events. Yeaton and McIntire led a record-breaking 5 minute 3% second clocking as three runners topped state marks. Vonnegut excelled in the 10 yard dash and running broad jump while Coval took hammer throw honors.
About 46 members of the foundry workers struck Friday night over a six piecework scale. The group, not union members, sent George Custer as agent to Cincinnati to appeal to the union president. The strikers gathered Saturday morning in disarray, seeking a settlement.
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