15 Apr 1897
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1897
Page
1
Citizens refuse three cent fare as law goes into effect. Conductors face protests and ejections while most riders pay five cents. Charter forfeiture looms for Citizens' street railroad. potential lawsuits arise as inspectors report dozens placed off cars and planned renewed protests after noon.
Fred Wegener files the first suit against Citizens' street railway for refusing a three cent fare. He boarded at Washington and Meridian and offered three cents, which the conductor refused, demanding five cents and stopping the car. Wegener seeks 100 damages allowed by law for fare refusal.
The first open crash linked to the streetcar situation occurred Thursday with the arrest of H. Robbins, conductor of Irvington car No. 553, on a charge of assault and battery. Hector Fuller, a reporter, boarded the car and offered three cents for his fare. The conductor refused payment, ordered Fuller off, and Fuller argued the law required carriage for three cents, insisting the conductor must eject him if not served.
Robbins grabbed the conductor by the arm prompting the conductor to retreat and the conductor to act under orders from the street car company. Deputy prosecutor Walker issued a warrant for Robbins on charges of assault and battery. Patrolman Wallace served the affidavit when Robbins returned. The conductor, deemed an innocent victim, was not jailed and was ordered to appear in police court Friday morning with his fare and car details.
Judge Charles Cox, riding a Central avenue car at noon, refused a three-cent fare, wrestled with conductor Jackson as he was ejected into the street, then paid five cents on the next trip. He argued the three-cent rule targets the poor while corporations defy it, urging protest but not a suit. He blamed corporate defiance for the need to stop a double standard of law.
The Central Trust Company of New York leads a suit against Citizens' street railway Indianaapolis and county prosecutor Wiltsie to enjoin the three cent fare law. Judge John W. Showalter hears the case as lawyers including ex President Benjamin Harrison argue contract and constitutional issues. The large crowd includes Indiana law students and prominent city lawyers.
A New York report reveals a carefully planned life insurance fraud targeting Mutual Reserve Fund Life Association and other firms. An officer connected to the company allegedly aided conspirators, with hints of broader infiltration and bets on large premium collections. Police also report an unclaimed string of stolen goods sales at a station, with second hand dealers buying across a range from pins to bicycles.
Gov Mount issued a late Wednesday proclamation activating all non emergency laws from the last legislature. Brown County was the final county to report a receipt, reaching the secretary of state at 7 o clock. The secretary of state published acts quickly after adjournment, breaking records.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity calls for possible showers Thursday night then fair conditions Friday. Noon temperature Thursday reported 52 degrees and 2 p.m. 54. Offices Desks of all styles Wm. L. Elder. Feed your horse James DuStless Oats.
Charles W. Spalding, former Globe Savings Bank president, turned over bonds and real estate worth about 400000 to University of Illinois trustees to shield the institution from losses. Only 124000 of 418000 bonds remain. 150000 in cash unaccounted. Trustees pursue suits against several banks for hypothecated or sold bonds while operations continue. Legislative funding sought if needed.
Mrs. John Lame of 945 Ashland avenue died after her husband, a longtime conductor on the J. M. & I., died Tuesday. She had mourned deeply and died Thursday at 4 am. Born 1843 in Columbus Indiana, she moved to this city with her mother. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs Walter Jelett of Bedford and Mrs Frank Hay of this city. Pastor Rev T T Coultas to conduct service at Roberts Park Church. George Anderson and wife from Chicago arrive to attend.
In Bolivar County Mississippi the army reports 22,000 people depend on charity due to sustained flooding. Relief stations at Rosedale distribute food while 3,000 head of stock drown or suffer. Entire farms remain underwater with crops lost and residents living on upper floors. Additional boats deployed to protect plantations and stock.
In a Wednesday session Camp Gray adopted resolutions in memory of Daniel W. Voorhees. The day also saw divorce suits filed by Jennie Millison against Theophilus and Alice Segner against Charles for abandonment and cruelty. A joint Sheridan post and W R C social was planned for Friday at Mansur hall with general invitation. The courthouse stone wall removal continued and stone piles formed at the jail rear awaiting purchasers. A colored man rode off with Henry Beiser’s bicycle Wednesday night but was chased by bicycle police and escaped. F W Toxworthy secured internship at St Vincent’s Hospital. Fielding T Lee bought a carpet business in Peoria Illinois. Mrs Julia Mulhall, mother of Patrolman Edward Mulhall, died at age about 68. eight children survive. The Woman’s Missionary Society observed Freedmen’s Day and plans a flood relief box and sewing meeting Friday.
City engineer Jeup expects to receive the first installment of the new house numbers Thursday afternoon and begin delivery immediately. Fertig & Revers, contracted to furnish the numbers, have delayed the work by almost two months past the contract time, and the engineer has accepted the delay without reporting to the Board of Works. The firm promises to deliver 1,500 numbers Thursday afternoon and 1,500 per day thereafter until 33,000 are delivered, with numbers placed on door-posts at no charge.
Harris Bramlett, a noted moonshiner, has been captured in the hills of North Carolina. In New Orleans, the Magnificent Moroque building burned Thursday afternoon. Lord Wolseley, commander-in-chief of the English army, may retire due to ill health.
In Havana on April 15 insurgents attacked Spanish gunboat Satellite near Mayari wounding an engineer and sailor. Sandoval engaged near Ojo Toro with 40 minutes of fighting, gaining damage. Skirmish between forces under Gen Rega near Canto Guama left many insurgents dead, 27 Spanish killed, 26 wounded. A major clash at Mal Fiempo, Santa Clara, saw 200 Spanish killed or wounded as Aleman led Cubans to defeat a 150-man column. Banderas crossed the Jucaro Moron trocha with 2000 men, destroying two forts. Weyler orders probe by Gen Arolas.
The children of the First Spiritualist church lyceum plan an Easter fair and musical program at the church on the corner of Alabama and New York streets Friday evening. J Burgess Brown will assist in the musical program.
A dance is set for April 23 at the Country club. Mrs. Lucius B Swift entertained guests for her sister Miss Lyon of Detroit. Miss Florence Coffin hosted a luncheon for Miss Grace Hull of Lafayette visiting Miss Margaret Lockwood. Fletcher cousins were hosted by Mrs Hines near Allisonville for Miss Una Gladys Fletcher. Glendale College alumnae plan a Grand Hotel Cincinnati meeting April 28 with Indianapol is attendees. D W Coffin to toast Ye olden time. Matinee musicale members gave a strong program. Dentist at Stewart place corner Illinois and Ohio open all night. Henley Bicycles 7.75. Gus Habich, 62, W. Markeist.
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