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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 04, 1899

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Yaqui Uprising Grows as Indians Arm for Battle

Dispatches from Guaymas report Yaqui insurrection widening with towns along the river rising to join fighters. Frontier figure Jack Rameau and photographer Hd Miller were killed while en route to Alamos. Three sloops on the Yaqui near Medaro were attacked. Romero family captured as troops pursue the fleet.

Mexico Guaymas Jack Rameau Express Hermosillo Hd Miller Alamos Yaqui Medaro Aurio FE Paredes Alondre Romero

Miners fear Yaqui uprising near Casas Grandes in Mexico

Four American miners report large Yaqui forces in the region and warn that 2000 American miners are at risk as news of violence reaches scattered bands. They estimate 5000 Yaqui warriors and say 50,000 Mexican troops may be needed. Two Mexican cavalry regiments head toward Casas Grandes to expel them.

Casas Grandes Chihuahua Mex

War of Extermination in Yaqui Revolt Casts Shadow

Reports from San Francisco state Mexican troops have Yaqui rebels under control in Sonora. The conflict has led to many Indian deaths, with the government deploying troops along the Mayo river to intercept reinforcements. In two battles this month the Indians suffered heavy losses while Mexican casualties were light.

San Francisco Sonora Box Mayo River

Gold hunter reports Yaqui uprising in Mexico

Arnold, a gold hunter traveling through Austin from the Mexican scene, claims hundreds of Mexican soldiers were trapped by Yaqui bands in the mountains. He says guerrilla warfare has begun, with Indians using terrain to sustain a fight for months, inflicting many deaths on the Mexican force.

Austin Tex Indianapolis Arnold Mexico

Yaqui prisoners held including priest and nuns reported

Vicam dispatch says Yaquis retain Hilario Amarilla and seize a priest and three nuns as prisoners. Fear grows that all Yaqui captives may endure severe atrocities under threat.

Guaymas Mex Vicam Hilario Amarilla

Weather forecast for Andianapolis area

The forecast for Andianapolis and vicinity calls for generally fair weather with possible showers. A cooler Friday precedes a Saturday with lower temperatures.

Andianapolis

Yager Murders Children Then Commits Suicide

In Susquehanna Pennsylvania Charles Yager a 40 year old widower killed his three children ages 5 to 12 with a razor while they slept and then cut his own throat dying from the act Neighbors found the scene Friday morning authorities describe the act as temporary mental aberration.

Susquehanna, Pa Charles Yager Brandt Yager

Government building site bids delayed after Washington letter

E. B. Martindale, handling federal building site interests, received a Washington letter Sunday noting absence of H. A. Taylor and J. K. Taylor delays full advice until after mid August. He was urged to solicit new bids for Plymouth church property at 60000 and Harvey heirs property at 50000, with each to be reduced by 310000.

E. B. Martindale Federal Washington H. A. Taylor J. K. Taylor Plymouth Church Harvey Heirs Martindale

Robbery Targets Widow in W Vain Hoard of Bonds

In Wellsville area three masked men forced entry to Mrs. Eli Parkinson home near Independence. They bound Mrs Parkinson and her unmarried daughter under threats, finding and taking $12,750 in bonds, $750 cash and jewelry. Authorities report the crime discovered late Thursday.

Wellsburg W. Va Eli Parkinson Independence

Marion County Council to Organize in 9 A.M. Meeting

The new Marion county council convenes at 9 A.M. Monday to organize. Members include James J. McCullough Democrat Wil Heiney Democrat Dr Wm B McDonald Democrat James T Layman Republican John Strange Republican and Dr B Ratliff Republican with William A Bell missing. The body is evenly split and will elect a successor to Bell. Layman is likely president. McCullough could lead if a Democrat is chosen. Terms run to 1900, with future elections set to align with off years.

Marion County James J. McCullough Wil Heiney Wm. B. McDonald James T. Layman John Strange Dr. B. Ratliff William A. Bell Irvington Layman Layman & Carey Hardware Company

Park Board Buys Nine Deer for Riverside Gardens

Park commissioners authorize the purchase of nine deer for Riverside park zoological gardens. John O Brien, railroad conductor, 2007 N Meridian St, offers them with a shelter house for 100 dollars. Negotiations opened with sellers for two black bears. Pay rolls for week ending Aug 3 show 1080.45 for new parks laborers and 218.35 for old parks. A bicycle path from Indiana Avenue bridge to Riverside park is completed.

Riverside Park Zoological Gardens John O'Brien N. Meridian Sr English Minnesota Old Parks Indianola Square Indiana-ave Fall Creek Riverside Park

American federation of agriculture benevolent society formed

The American federation of agriculture based in Gas City Grant County forms a benevolent society with directors Michael Futrell D H Pearson and Be actor.

The American Federation of Agriculture Gas City Grant Michael Futrell

No Sunday Ball Opinion Defines Law Enforcement Duty

Indianapolis officials confront Sunday baseball with law enforcement. City attorney Kern states police must prevent violations and arrest violators in the first inning if a game is attempted. Supt. Quigley, acting mayor Johnson, and others discuss enforcement and club directors may face action.

Quigley Indianapolis Kern Johnson Roth Board of Safety Controler Johnson Golt

Desperate Federal Criminal Hiram Collins Bails After Post Office Shoot

Hiram Collins a notorious figure in White county faces bond for shooting mail at Chal mers post office amid prior murder allegations against Ward near Chalmers. He resisted bond terms insisting on exact conditions and has a large family. Federal officials label him a dangerous man. Terre Haute deputy marshal led a raid with five officers.

Hiram Collins Ward Chalmers White County United States Collins Baker Terre Haute

Husband and Wife Clash Over Wheat Sale Suit

Barbara Smith sues her husband Adam Smith and Fried Prange the Indianapolis miller in Justice Hay's court asking recovery of 100 bushels of wheat sold without her knowledge. Prange posted bond while he argues the husband acts as the wife's legal agent. Trial set for Monday.

Barbara Smith Adam Smith Fried Prange Indianapolis Miller Prange

Greenwood and Indianapolis electric railroad advances

Grading completed between Greenwood and Southport and soon extended to Indianapolis with ties laid this Thursday. Rail orders are in and will ship once the grade is finished, followed by track laying in a few days. The company aims to have cars running by September’s state fair. The power house will be at the Johnson farm beyond Greenwood’s south edge.

Greenwood & Indianapolis Electric Railroad Greenwood Southport Indianapolis Johnson Farm South Corporation

Thousands Idle in Dawson as Dust Flows South to Frisco

The Klondike scene reports thousands of men idle in Dawson while the steamer Nelson from St Michaels arrives in Frisco with 111 passengers and $150 000 in dust. Government aid ships out scurvy cases from the Copper River district and employs impoverished miners at fifty dollars a month until they can afford passage home.

Dawson Nelson St. Michaels Frisco Copper River District

Kissel Garden Schedule Promises Varied Afternoon and Night Acts

The Kissel Garden opens July 17 offering daily performances each afternoon and night. Acts include Lily May Prima Donna Mamie Livingstone Serio-Cessic Charier and baritone Mi hor with additional attractions listed.

Kissel Garden Lily May Mamie Livingstone Charier W. ‘Mihor Ana

South American alliance talk and US import stats

Washington reports on a rumored South American alliance against the United States tied to President Roca's tour, which the state department denies. The Treasury lists top imports for the year led by sugar and coffee, with chemicals rising. Italian officials pursue Tallulah lynching investigations. no indemnity claim will be made by Italy.

United States Roca London Rome State Department Representa Treasury Bureau of Statistics Count Vinci Tallulah Senor Romano

Umbrella Sparks Fire After Electric Pole Incident

During a storm in Washington and Pennsylvaniasts a trolley wire pole became charged. A man with a steel rod umbrella touched it and a water plug, causing a flash and a blaze. A woman nearby screamed as the umbrella ignited and the man frantically beat out the flames.

Washington

Puttying On Airs. Georgians Stage Lynching Report Split

A Georgia report mocks lynching coverage by imitating a wedding notice. It cites a 2:45 PM incident across Blakely branch, naming Lewis Henderson and a Rock Hill party as contracting parties in an alleged crime against a six year old girl.

Atlanta Blakely Lewis Henderson Rock Hill District J. W. Bowman

Street Car and Wagon Accident Injures Pedestrian

Patrick O'Neil of 1607 East Washington Street was struck by a street car and a rapidly driven wagon as he waited at Summit and Washington streets Friday morning. He suffered knee and thigh bruises and possible internal injuries.

Ously Patrick O’neil Washington St Summit and Washington Sts

Dan McAfee Arrested for Grand Larceny in Druggist Case

Dan McAfee, brother of a murder suspect in the Eyster case, is under arrest on grand larceny charges. Police report a valise, drab slippers, silver knives and forks, a perfume flask, and a single harness found in his possession awaiting an owner. Patrolmen Carter and Winn made the arrest.

Dan McAfee Eyster McAfee Carter Winn

Weather and wrecks from Denver to Ohio headline wild events

An inch of rain fell in 20 minutes at Denver while a thunderstorm hit Deadwood. A dynamite accident in Paskin Wisconsin killed Chris Wold. Irish girls arriving in New York to become sisters of charity head to Texas. Northern Colorado ranchers clash over grazing lands with four cattlemen attacking a sheep flock, killing 150. Lady Randolph Churchill reportedly to wed Lieut Cornwallis West. A horse fell on the Miami river bridge near Dayton, but a man halted a limited train with a lantern.

Denver Col Deadwood Chris Wold Paskin Wis Ireland New York Sisters of Charity Texas Colorado Cowles Eng Randolph Churchill G. F. M. Cornwallis West Lady ‘West Dayton Miami River Michael Myers Jean Than

They Favor Jiminez Plans to usurp Santo Domingo

Juan Isidro Jimines rez, a San Domingo candid ate for dictatorship, claims he helped assassinate President Heureaux and will travel to the United States to organize a new party. He says his group will return to Santo Domingo to seize control if needed, with Capt. Piedra and Cuban supporters accompanying him.

Heureaux United States New York Juan Isidro Jimi ́Sks Rez San Domingo Havana Herald San Domngo Figueroo Jiminez Piedra Po Hce Cubsan

San Domingo crisis sparks Monro Doctrine critique in Paris paper

The Figaro argues the United States would avoid contesting European powers over the Dominican crisis and urges Europe to use the moment to challenge Monroeism in America. It suggests intervention could force a lasting reevaluation of American policy toward Europe.

Paris San Domingo Figaro United States Europe Combine San Demings Monrosism America

General Jiminez Expected to Lead San Deming Operation

In Havana reports Gen. Jiminez is slated to head an upcoming operation in San Deming and is preparing to depart to begin activities. It is believed Gomez will join the field with him.

Gomez Havana Jiminez Revelation San Deming

Gas meter committee returns from Pittsburgh inquiry

Evans Woollen John T Brush Charles J Coffin and A W Potts of the joint gas committee of the Commercial Club and Board of Trade report they found meters favored in Pittsburgh but will not reveal a position until their study extends to Findlay Columbus Dayton Richmond and Cannersville Ind. Final findings due weeks hence.

Woollen Pittsburg

Murder Case Appeal in Supreme Court

Albert Musser appeals his life sentence for the murder of the Portland widow in Winchester trial. Attorneys argue the case to the state supreme court after Samuel G. W. Marshall and the appellant faced indictment. Marshall was acquitted.

Louisa Stolz Supreme Court Albert Musser Winchester Portland Samuel GW. Marshall Marshall

Law Journal Quits Over Discontinued Official Status

Postalecards mailed to Indianapolis lawyers announce the Indiana Law Journal will cease publication after the state bar association ended its arrangement making the Journal the official organ and subscriber base. It notes the venture never paid for itself and will stop.

Postalecards Indianapolis State Bar Association Indiana Law Journal Company Association

Fireworks at Garfield park kick off city celebration

City events list a Friday fireworks display at Garfield park beginning at 8 oclock. Other items note bankruptcy petition by Peter E Misgen of Wabash Liabilities 1291 assets 498 and Rosa Schneiderman seeks 1000 from United States express after bicycle crate collision. Ward politics and local accidents included.

Garfield Park Peter E. Misgen Wabash Rosa Schneiderman United States Express Company

Pro Bono Cigar Offer Amid Odd 10c Smoke Ad

An unusual newspaper item promotes a ten cent smoke with a five cent feed deal for a horse and mentions Janes Dustless Oats and the Old Reliable Union Co-operative Laundry. A phone number listed as 14 appears in the notice.

Crooked deal fuels urged probe into officers’ Havana largess

A Chicago Tribune excerpt reports American army officers in Havana live luxuriously at Cuban expense. Gov gen Brooke reportedly earns 16 000 yearly with 7 500 pay plus allowances. Brig gen Ludlow receives 11 600 total with 5 209 pay and 5 000 extra. Congress expected to investigate.

Havana Brooke Ludlow Luvana Coninggress

Alger Defends Extra Pay to Havana Officers

Washington reports say war department officials explain double salaries for Havana officers as allowances for permanent fixtures not household expenses. Gen Alger cites openness and argues pay is far less than prewar Spanish-officer rates. the law prohibits extra pay and Corbin is said to face accountability. The issue may be referred to Secretary Root.

Washington War Department Havana Ceroin Alger Corbin Lawance Sia Iuaw Root

Prohibitionists plan city ticket and campaign in court room

A sharp dig will mark this fall’s city campaign as prohibitionists nominate a full city ticket in a criminal courtroom on Saturday at 2 p m They will run for council in every ward and push a plank for strict enforcement of the liquor law They aim to draw strength from both old parties while avoiding explicit criticism of present law enforcement. Names for mayor include James E Dungan M E Race and W R Moore City clerk candidate Thomas B Fullmer and police judge candidate B F Watson Pleasant Bond may be named councilman at large Speakers from across the state will visit The anti saloon league edges into the campaign with pamphlets accusing the liquor trade Prohibitionists say the league may back the party with the best chance to curb saloons F T McWhirter pure prohibitioner accuses the league of being Republican aligned and notes S E Nicholson warned anti saloon leaders to abstain if candidates dodge the issue.

Gayety Criminal Court Room Jas. E. Dungan M. E. Race W. R. Moore Thos. B. Fullmer B. F. Watson Pleasant Bond M. W. Hawkins Anderson Aaronworth Bryant H. J. Hall Franklin Anti-Saloon League Taggart F. T. McWhirter Republican Party McWhirter S. E. Nicholson Indiana

Elevating Tracks Planned at Winton Station

Surveyors stood in the Winton station train sheds on Friday as station officials asked about their purpose. They answered they were beginning to elevate the tracks, indicating planned infrastructure work at the site.

Winton

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