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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1899
Page
2
Ruth Bennett, seven, was found with blood streaming from injuries after alleged beating by her mother Mrs. Bennett at 716 Muskingum Street. Officers reported severe bruising, tied wrists, and a two foot whip end found on the floor. Ruth described Wednesday beating for eating cake and claimed hunger since Monday.
Secretary Root, in Washington style remarks at the Hotel Champlain, says the Philippines war will be prosecuted with full energy. He notes 50,000 troops ready by October end and more to follow if needed. Maj. Gen. Hutton and Maj. Drumond called on President McKinley and were received cordially.
In London Kentucky on August 9 a group of about 20 Bakers and Clay County allies armed with Winchesters and revolvers attacked the home of Clementine Hardigree. Henry Gregory was shot in the thigh by Theo Curry and is believed fatally wounded. The Bakers say they fear a Howard faction strike and prepare for further confrontation.
Denver reports a murder scene at River Front Park with Goldie McConkey found dead at 2 a m and George Bond mortally wounded nearby. Bond claims they were attacked by masked men. detectives doubt his account and a partly emptied revolver was found beside the woman.
A unidentified adult male was discovered deceased in a box car near Tonawanda on an unspecified date. Police reported the death as a found body investigation ongoing with no immediate identification or cause released.
Mary E. Léase from Chesterfield Indiana travels to Lakeside Ontario to confront Elder Covert's challenge on Spiritualism. She denounces the test as mockery and declares herself a Socialist siding with Bryan as out of touch and politically dead.
A damaged notice from Winona Lake Indiana August ninth reports a hoax advertisement with garbled phrases about a product claim. The fragment references a large crowd and unclear details, offering no verifiable facts or conclusions.
Philadelphia report details three insurgent officers from San Domingo and two Haitians seeking vessels to move munitions bought in New Haven. They crossed the windward passage by small boats and boarded a Ward line steamship at Guantanamo, landing in New York last week. They claim little danger in landing contraband near ports, as patrols are lax. Tugs have been chosen and a price dispute stands in the way of sale.
Washington reports unofficial word of men linked to Elaus and San Domingo landing in Philadelphia. The War Department has not acted yet but vows to prevent filibustering expeditions at all hazards and to hinder smuggling of war munitions. Officials fear rumors of a U S protectorate in Haiti and San Domingo.
Bridgeport coroner's inquest heard William Kelley testify he jumped from the car as it ran slowly. Alvin B. Hare said George S. Hamilton had completed two 29 mile trips before the Peck's mill trolley disaster and had been on the road hours when he left for a third run. Hamilton asked to be relieved for dinner and protested being sent out hungry.
Private advices from London and New York say the British government contracted with Lutcher Moore Lumber Company of Orange Texas for 500000000 feet of yellow pine. The lumber is reportedly for the new government railroad from Cairo to Cape Town.
A slender brown skinned man named Joseph Cisneros from Cuba claimed to have fought with Garcia s forces and sought to join the Thirtieth regiment in Chicago on Tuesday. The adjutant rejected him fearing he might be a spy, and Cisneros said he is related to Evangelina Cisneros.
Dr Geo Cole returns from cliff dwellers cities in Colorado and New Mexico with relics and reports a ruin containing about 1600 rooms. He also discovers a woman's femur 19 inches long indicating a giantess near 7 feet 6 inches tall.
William A. Morgan sues Lizzie Morgan for divorce on abandonment grounds. Ed Samuels appointed substitute policeman and assigned to regular duty, effectively joining the force as a near-regular member.
Special train via Pennsylvanianes departs Indianapolis at 7:30 a.m. Sunday August 13 for Lake Maxinkuckee. Return from Lake Maxinkuckee at 6:30 p.m. adult round trip fare one dollar.
Prosecutor Pugh notes the criminal court calendar for the upcoming term is not fixed yet. Maud Goodin’s third trial, charged with inciting Luke Klein to throw acid at Dr. Aimee Haskinson, is slated for September. Dr. Haskinson, ill, may not testify. her prior testimony could be used. Other major cases include malpractice death of Laura Mc Daniels, hatchet murder of Mary Cole, and the shooting of Jim Gordon.
Two hundred Mexican volunteers depart Guaymas aboard the steamer Jalisco with a Gatling gun to reinforce Bycam against Yaqui forces. The force totals near five thousand on the government side and about two thousand Yaqui warriors stand by. A major battle is feared as Gen Torres reports the killings of Remley and Miller with bodies found mutilated.
Gen Brooke orders preventive steps to stop any filibustering expedition in Jiminez's interest aimed at Cuba. Officials including the president and Secretary Root agree the United States must prevent neutrality law violations in Cuba as in the United States. The Dominican Republic charge d affaires was assured authorities will act to stop such proceedings.
A cable from Cape Haytien says 800 men sent by Gen. Francisco Tiriano to attack Revolutionists under Gen. Ramon Pacheco at Dayabon deserted to the rebels before a shot. Rebels cut communications between Monte Christi and the interior as Jiminez’s forces grow daily.
Washington reports the Italian government has not filed a claim for indemnity with the state department over the Tallulah Louisiana lynching. Gov. Foster confirms three of the five victims were American citizens beyond doubt, despite Marquis Romano’s prior statement.
English parliament prorogued until October 27. Fire insurance men meet in Buffalo. No new yellow fever cases in Hampton and Phoebus. Steamer Alpan arrives from the Klondike with 200000 in yellow stuff. Thirtieth volunteer regiment at Fort Sheridan, Illinois, is full. Body of Col Hawkins arrives in Chicago. Charles Hauk, 76, joins the Mormons and heads to Utah. Davis automobile bound for Frisco laid up in Cleveland. A man named Burton in Kentucky fatally assaults Aunt Fannie Judd. Gov. Stone urges Kentucky Democrats to unite for Goebel. Troops depart toward Manila from St. Louis and Chicago. P. D. Armour to return to Chicago October 1 after illness. Bettina Girard jailed in New York for alcoholism. Nitro explosion near Farmingdale wounds two. Sallie Batchelder recalls Gen Washington on her 105th birthday. Train wreck attempt near Gallipolis. ties removed by L A Wolcott. Wilkes-Barre to import 53 black workers from Virginia yellow fever zone amid local backlash. Catholic Total Abstinence Union meets in Chicago. marks 80,000 members and Father Mathew’s 50th American anniversary with 500,000 Signatures pledge.
Indiana court reports Charles Rodgers, colored, fined $25 and 180 days for stealing a bicycle from Hattie Barnes and a cloak and shoes from Mrs. Core Barbour, with pawned goods traced to a North Indianapolis butcher and a dismissive defense about a wife’s departure.
Edward Ecking, 30, farmer and coal miner, lived near Canton, traveled to town with his wife and 3 year old daughter. They quarrelled after drinking, later found dead next to each other. Eckinger killed his wife and child then shot himself. coroner found a letter from Mrs. Eckinger claiming years of abuse and intent to end it.
Lawyer Moss stated New York is a thieves paradise as the Mazet committee met. Detective Joel Harris testified he was robbed at a house on Twenty sixth Street and left a counterfeit roll wrapped in a genuine bill. Assemblyman Hoffman pressed for substantiation as Moss produced a list of five robbery victims.
The governor received a 2 45 p m telegram from the Miami County sheriff requesting a militia company to guard the jail against a threatened mob to lynch Clyde Jones. Jones abducted Nellie Berger in Fulton County and traveled with her across the state, being captured near Freeland in Jackson County. A 57 man militia under Captain formerly Major Rich was organized, and a special train was arranged on the L E W railroad.
In Detroit on August 9, over four days explosions within five blocks killed three women and two children and injured two others. Tests show the oil is not kerosene but a mix of kerosene and gasoline or pure gasoline traced to Standard Oil tanks. Fire marshal and state oil inspector investigate. officers theorize gasoline mixed with kerosene at Standard storage.
Consul Ayme reports a sudden hurricane at 10 Tuesday morning causing roof loss of the United States consulate and widespread damage in Pointe a Pitre Guadeloupe. Many small vessels wrecked and communications down with no further details from the country.
Paris on August 9 faces a gas workers strike that may leave the city in darkness as Paris relies on gas for nearly all street lighting. The walkout could disrupt illumination across the metropolis if the dispute remains unresolved.
A collection of short classified lines mentions furnished rooms at 409 N Senate and 177 N State, dining room and upstairs work at various addresses, boarders near Pleasant St, and a lost green pocket book with rewards. Several entries seek domestic help and light work narratives.
The Denison council of women committees met to appoint Mrs. Fairbanks to seek Gov. Mount's endorsement for a congressional appropriation to establish a state bureau of domestic science in Indiana. Gov. Mount previously discussed the training school in his rooms before adjournment.
Col William A Gabe, veteran editor, lives with his son Dr H E Gabe in Indianapolis and suffers dropsy and heart trouble. He was recently in better condition after several days. Gabe sold the Bloomington Progress, a paper he edited for 32 years.
Indianap olis stockyards report receipts and prices for hogs cattle sheep and calves with Thursday and Wednesday bids. Export and local cattle prices range from good to prime steers 185 pounds upward to heavy cattle while hogs show mixed to heavy weights and steady to lower bids. City grain market notes No 4 red wheat No 3 white corn oats and timothy hay prices and bids listed for nearby deliveries.
Light receipts pushed the market higher on lights with 130 to 150 averages around 4.77 to 4.82. Mediums and heavies were weak and lower, while cattle remained strong. Fancy bacons quoted 4.77 to 4.82 and mediums to heavies near 4.65.
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