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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1907
Page
2
A House committee favors pensioning ex Queen Liliuokalani with 150000 in bonds while a minority proposes 30000 a year. Plans to remove liquor from private hands to government control aim to curb drunkenness. Planters halt imports of single male African workers citing crime concerns. A leprosy remedy from rattlesnake venom shows initial favorable results.
In Washington on April 22 Chinese minister Wu will propose sweeping reforms for China. He prepares a memorial to the Chinese government based on his experience with Western affairs. It outlines modernization of administration economy and finance to harmonize with other nations and ease current perplexities.
The Hong Kong viceroy in Canton vows drastic measures to stamp out piracy in the Kwang provinces. Reports say authorities expect mass killings of robbers, tied to efforts to curb plague impact on Lamke island amid recent months of unrest.
Reports from Amsterdam say creditors of Duke Henry formed a syndicate to sell the duke's unpaid debts on the stock exchange after he did not pay one third of his debts a month after marriage. Queen Wilhelmina declined to acknowledge any obligation to settle her husband's bills.
Chicago April 22 brokers report a May corn corner led by Phillips who controls an estimated 5 to 10 million bushels backed by the western trade. He plans to take in 3 million bushels on May 1 and pay for it as the market is squeezed. Wheat rose 1.5 cents.
Philip Gunn, a young white man from St. Louis, survived after a stab wound beside the breastbone pierced the heart. Dr. W. L. Nietert operated, removed clotted blood, stitched the wound, and hoped for recovery though Gunn died the next day after more than 24 hours post operation.
Petersburg dispatch reports a mine disaster at Bendzin where thirty people were killed. Twenty bodies have been recovered.
A massive iron water tank toppled from the Galbreath building in Chicago on Sunday, crashing through six floors and striking the ground. Five people were injured including Richard O'Brien, with three pedestrians also hurt on the street.
The president announced John Barrett of Oregon as a United States commissioner at the international conference of American states to be held in Mexico City. Barrett formerly served as minister to Siam.
The coal laden steamer Ashanti from New Castle on Tyne bound for Quebec and Montreal is ashore at Cape Blanche about 200 miles below Quebec. It is reported likely to be a total loss. The ship is 3400 tons gross and owned by the Dempster line.
A short health ad promoting Cascarets candy as a cure for morning discomfort after overeating and drinking. It urges carrying a box in the pocket and notes druggists sell 10c 25c and 50c sizes.
Baldwin Music offers nearly new upright pianos at reduced prices this week. Shop late model consoles with quality finishes and sought after brands while supplies last.
Chicago on April 22 reports a concise probate will dated April 11 1901. The document on small paper leaves half the estate to Ann Rigby Fowler of Leeds Yorkshire and half to Rigby’s wife with signatures of i. Rigby a Board of Trade operator.
Missouri Pacific Directors vote to raise capital by 30 million dollars, bringing total authorized stock to 100 million. A stockholders meeting will be called to ratify the increase. A large block of new shares is expected to be used to pay for Denver & Rio Grande stock.
An emissary from Gen. Botha to President Kruger arrived at Hilversum on Sunday after leaving the field command in February. He conveyed that the Boer forces have plenty of provisions but lack boots and shoes. They also possess a large stock of cart ridges. Secretary Reitz predicts the war could last two to three years longer unless England seeks terms.
School 27 won a spelling match featuring representatives from 27 43 10 22 and 29. The event, an old fashioned spelling bee, saw C E Coffin announce the words as participants were eliminated until School 27 stood as champions.
The Arkansas House approved a measure making it illegal to drink intoxicating liquor as a beverage without first obtaining a license. The bill targets drinkers and requires licensing before consumption.
The Board of Works granted Nicholas McCarty permission to build a levee across Harding street to safeguard property near White River. The board also approved numerous improvements including brick paving, gravel roadways, cement walks and curbs on multiple streets and alleys, with final actions and petitions detailing further work and city engineering plans.
The obituary notes the death of Stubbs bishop of Oxford. Born June 21, 1825, he was a distinguished authority on historical subjects.
New York April 22. Wall street speculation runs high as investors push trading to new heights. By 2 p.m. Monday total shares reached 1,901,558, a record. Gains ranged from fractions to five points amid strong enthusiasm and questions about market madness.
Earlham announces its football slate with games against Miami of Oxford October 5 at Earlham Indianapolis October 12 DePauw October 19 Franklin November 9 and 16 Earlham hosts Franklin November 16 Wabash November 28 at Earlham plus Navy December 2 and DePauw at Greencastle October 19.
Lillian Reed sued the street car company for 20000 alleging a car started too soon injuring her at Georgia and Meridian streets. Divorce petitions listed include Louie Wright vs Eva Wright and Henry Schwartz vs Eva Schwartz. Mrs. L Leppert, injured by a fence collapse at the Claypool building, remained immobilized with a bruised leg and a long recovery ahead.
An advertisement claims Dr Wheeler's Nerve Vitalizer cures sleeplessness nervous debility and milder nervous troubles. It cites Jessie Orahood of Chillicothe Ohio whose four year fight with epileptic fits ended after using Vitalizer. The seller H T Gooley & Bro and The Ow Brant Co advertise the product at $1.00 per bottle.
Ad lists IRON FRAME GRENADINES and silk fabrics with varying widths and prices. Mentions 4 inch and 36 inch widths, quality indicators from $0.50 to $5, and phrases like wear guaranteed woven into selvage.
The Harvard College instructor Charles R. Eastman goes on trial in superior court for the murder of his brother-in-law Richard H. Grogan Jr. Jury selection proceeds with eight jurors accepted by noon. Attention centers on Eastman’s prominence and family ties to Alvah Clark, famed telescope maker, and the July 4, 1900, killing.
An unidentified white man about 45 to 50 years old collapsed and died at 2 PM Monday in a switchman's shanty at Missouri and Market streets. He asked for a doctor, then fell after saying he wouldn’t have time to reach one. The body was taken to the city morgue and a pocket book listed the name Fisher and address 3118 N Illinois Street.
Henry Schlensker 18 disappeared from his home at 2121 Madison Ave a week ago Sunday after leaving in his best clothes with barely any money. He worked with his father at their truck firm. the father was in Cincinnati and cannot locate him. Police search continues.
In Clifton West Virginia a historic three day storm dumped ten inches of snow and caused widespread damage. Bridges washed out livestock perished and wheat crops were ruined across the area as the hard weather continued.
Two hundred McKeesport trainmen walk out after 36 were discharged. In Central City Kentucky two hundred miners strike over four refused assessments and demand their discharge. Jersey Central trainmen and telegraphers meet in Jersey City to present grievances. no danger of trouble reported.
Superior Judge McMaster heard Frank Carson's suit against Phoenix Insurance for 60 dollars claiming an accident policy covered an insect bite while he slept. The bite, described as an assumed kising bug, triggered the claim.
In the house of commons on Monday St John Brodrick said the war’s cost in South Africa for the past ten weeks averaged seven and a half million dollars per week. Irish nationalists cheered the figure.
Dr W H Craig, veterinary surgeon, treats dogs at Office Wood's Stable. Phone 1087.
April 22 stockyard notes list light cattle receipts with varied prices. Good to choice steers and heifers fetch mid price ranges, with several weight classes shown. Hogs and sheep quotations appear with mixed lot sizes and price bands.
April 22 at Union Stock Yards Indianapolis receipts light, shipments none. Quotations list categories from good to prime steers 1,250 pounds and up to fair and medium ranges for 1,150 to 1,300 pounds, with others for medium to choice 9060 to 1,100 pounds, plus stockers, heifers, cows and veal.
The report lists cattle hogs and sheep receipts with price ranges. Prime to fancy export bulls, good to choice butcher bulls, and common to fair bulls are shown. Cows calves and calves totals, hogs mixed and heavy packing, light to heavyweight pigs, and lambs and sheep quotable ranges are noted along with stockers and feeding sheep. Prices vary by grade and weight.
Prices and grades for red and white wheat, corn, oats, and hay listed with steady or varying quotes. Inspections show numerous car movements across wheat, corn, and hay with totals given for cars rejected and delivered.
Chicago on April 22 reports corn up 2 3/4 cents with May at 5s 16 3/4. July 8 4 5 3/4. Wheat up 1 3/4. May 7 04 72 1/2. July 7 14 73 1/2. Oats up 1/2. May 2 55 4 26 1/4. Provisions fractionally higher. July pork 14.55–14.60. lard 8.00–8.05. ribs 7.92–7.95. Eggs at 12 1/4 to 12 3/4. butter varies by grade. cheese prices steady. Live poultry with chickens at 10c for hens, turkeys 6 4 8c, ducks 10c, geese 7 per doz.
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