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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1899
Page
1
The New York Herald reports two canvasses of the House on unseating Brigham Roberts representing Utah. Of 259 polled, 2 favored admission, 123 opposed, 134 declined to publish opinions, with most privately against Roberts's seat.
Washington reports reveal A P A circulars denouncing President McKinley and Speaker-to-be Henderson. The protests urge lawmakers to oppose Henderson over a Catholic school funding claim and accuse McKinley of war and appointment biases influenced by Archbishop Ireland.
Washington December 1 The Roberts oath dispute centers on timing. Republicans push to ask him to step aside for a quick committee probe into polygamy, with a view to expulsion if proven. Democrats favor seating him and pursuing expulsion by two thirds if needed.
In a London speech on Thursday, Joseph Chamberlain urged a new triple alliance linking the Teutonic race with the Anglo-Saxon branches. He praised Anglo American ties as world peace safeguards and suggested Germany join Britain, arguing such ties could outpace armies in preserving peace. London papers led with editorials on the remark.
German politicians are aghast at Chamberlain's talk of an Anglo German American alliance. They welcomed the sentiment but with cool reception, noting Germany cannot join with England and the United States while the dreibund is sufficient, given border powers.
Berlin reports that at Windsor last week the Kaiser and Count Von Buelow met with British colonial secretary Mr Chamberlain and formed a pact to aid each other in colonial ventures without encroaching on one another. The accord preserves general policy and does not target other powers, with the Kaiser demanding full freedom in dealings with England and Russia.
John Mitchell editor of the Greenfield Democrat sits at Union Station claiming Hancock County's investigation cannot alter the coming election. He asserts Democrats stay strong while Republicans have no chance in Hancock.
New York December 1 Senator McMillan of Michigan cautioned against trifling with the currency. He noted some senate pill features but said the house and senate committee bills differ and a conference is needed to agree on a uniform measure. If too much is attempted, nothing will be accomplished.
Washington on December 1 reports that supporters of the ship-building bill fear a hostile reception in the new Congress. Several Republicans are openly opposing and demand the bill be made a party measure to gain support.
Rockport reports confirm heavy storm damage with missing fishing crews and several deaths. Bodies found in St Charles bay mouth. Thousands of livestock drowned, hail widespread in Refugio and Aransas counties. Pelicans, geese, and ducks counted dead along the bay shore.
Griggs Cooper and Co in St Paul burned to the ground causing about 200000 dollars in damage. Garland Texas suffered total destruction with no wire connections remaining and losses likely over 100000 dollars. Onacock in Norfolk was partly destroyed with estimated losses around 100000 dollars.
H T Vogt a musician in the Twenty third U S infantry in the Philippines, after serving his enlistment, was rejected for re enlistment but was later authorized by the surgeon general to enlist. He disappeared before leaving his address, leaving officials at the recruiting station puzzled while noting his prior Park theater orchestra membership.
The Alabama Street line faces a board review Monday over a proposed switch on Nineteenth Street. City attorneys will present an opinion on the car company's right to build the switch, as the worn turntable ends the line. Narrow roadway and grocery frontage complicate the plan.
Town officials show no haste as Board of Safety delays appointments amid resignations. Mayor Taggart held talks with Roth Quigley and Fire-chief Barrett but announced no new hires. Kinney acts as captain while Quigley and other departmental heads await decisions.
The Indianapolis park board discussed potential regulations to curb stream pollution and sought City attorney Kern's input. They also reviewed the Art association’s plan for a new museum, with Coffin noting the committee has not agreed on a site and Riverside or Garfield park could be options if no central location is found.
A SUN report describes Manager McGowan of the street car company evading pursuit by leaving his office through a ventilator rather than the elevator. The piece likens him to Aguinaldo and notes the missed opportunity for later capture.
D. B. Claflin Co of New York distributes turkeys to staff each Thanksgiving. Co E Marsh, who travels for the firm, reports eighty barrels of turkeys were distributed at the Bates location this Thursday.
The coopers at F. W. Brandt's shop remain on strike as union workers demand a wage advance. They state only union men will be hired until customers consent to higher prices for their products.
A fragment notes meals offered at the Dustieba Oats Grand Hotel Cafe with a price of 26 cents. The garbled text hints at a cafe menu item or lunch option in a historic hotel setting. No additional context or names are clearly readable.
Oscar Frenzel faced contempt charges after missing a grand jury appearance in the street car deal inquiry. Prosecutor Pugh and General Manager McGowan were in town as the panel pursued bank accounts and other officials were set to be called. Pink Fishback rejoined the proceedings to offer suggestions, while jury adjourned to study jail cases, with the street car case to resume after urgent matters are resolved.
More than 100 women gathered in the Mannerchor parlors for a military style card party hosted by the second section of the Ladies' society. Guests formed a marching column to the hall while forts named after Civil War sites served as card tables with pennant decorations and flag toppers.
William Williams a city hospital janitor testified in a case continued to Saturday morning. He stormed out and slammed the door as he left the courtroom. Judge Daly warned him he could face jail if he did not return. Sergeant Kurtz brought him back and the judge lectured him.
London reports a major overhaul of Britain’s coast defenses with obsolete guns removed and a full rearmament with modern heavy guns. The project will be swift and costly, reflecting a huge expenditure.
President Donnelly of the typographical union reports no Pittsburg strike. He says union and typothetae are negotiating a new scale and that the matter will likely be adjusted without trouble.
Sheridan defeats the Indianapolis athletic club in a football game at Sheridan by a wide margin. The match highlights local athletic rivalry and the clubs’ competitive standings.
Garrett A Hobart colorfully distributes his fortune with Mrs Hobart receiving 1 million and her son nearly as much while liberal bequests go to relatives and charities. executors named include Col William Barbour and C T Bell. hospitals orphan asylums and a nursery receive 5 000 each. David Hobart and Hobart A Tuttle get 320 000 and 10 000 respectively. Young Garrett A Hobart will inherit the bulk at age 30.
Striking miners in Pittsburg Kansas burned a portrait of Judge John A Williams in effigy after he sentenced John P Reese a United Mine Workers official to three months for contempt. The strike will continue until Reese is released with support voiced by UMW secretary Evans and local business leaders.
Charles Collier sues C. H. W. Otte, a grocer, for 1500 dollars actual damages alleging wrongful discharge from the Indianapolis chain and stamping company. He says the discharge followed his refusal to pay a 28 dollar grocery bill and that it forced him into health injurious work.
Officials and trainmen from the Big Four railroad met in Cincinnati on Wednesday and reached a satisfactory settlement for both sides. The terms are not disclosed.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 36 hours ending at 8 p m Friday shows fair weather. Early morning temperature 40, noon 41, 2 p m 42, with Friday night and Saturday also fair.
Colored soldier Matthew Halson of Company M Twenty fourth Infantry walked into the recruiting office in Wright Washington on Friday morning and said he was broke after spending furlough and allowance in Indianapolis. He requested transportation back to his regiment.
Reports from Gen Lawton in Bamberg say Filipino leaders are in communication and considering surrender. Lawton has proposed terms for surrender as many American troops suffer exhaustion fever and dysentery in the Philippines.
A. L. Sonnenshein, an escaped prisoner, provides the first authentic account of Lieutenant Gilmore of the Yorktown and seven sailors captured by insurgents. Gilmore and his men were fired upon and wounded. Aguinaldo halted their execution. The prisoners, kept hungry and in prison, await release as insurgents retreat with about 5,000 inmates in Abra province.
Mrs. Mattie Benepe wife of Dr. John L. Benepe says she will sue for divorce claiming mental balance is false and that her husband sought her money. She left Indianapolis with John Floyd a Culver riding master, was arrested in Louisville, now with relatives in Anderson and plans to return to Indianapolis then Chicago to join her son Doxey Wilson. Floyd has been dismissed from Culver duties and will not join the academy.
Pugilists Jack Downey of Williamsburg and Kid Robertson of Indianapolis clash in a ten round decision bout at Mozart hall on Friday night. Two preliminaries precede it, Lacey versus Kelly for six rounds and Beal versus Colbert for four. Edward Creasey named referee. tickets on sale at AML and Walker's. ringside bell at 8:0.
Washington reports Gen Otis confirms Manila dispatches noting Noilo province cleared by two battalions from Lambuano, capturing field pieces and ammunition. Capt Warwick and Pvt Humphreys killed. MacArthur and Lawton operations win guns and prisoners. Warwick born 1850 Alabama, West Point cadet 1868-75, captain 1892, died in the Philippines last year.
Manila reports that Zamboanga conditions are satisfied with additional ordnance surrendered. The Thirty-first Infantry leaves Manila Friday evening to garrison stations along the Danao coast with no difficulties anticipated. Source: cable message attributed to OTIS.
The transports Columbia and Dalney Vostok sail for Manila after Thursday with the headquarters band and about 1300 men of the Forty-second infantry under Col. Bacon. The Warren and Sherman will sail Monday for Manila carrying six companies of the Forty-ninth infantry, colored.
The body of Henry Morgan is unburied as two physicians declare death while a third believes a trance persists. The destitute family, with wife and four children, lacks support and the undertaker hesitated to proceed with interment. Neighbors are not helping and the family pleads for clarity on his status.
Wayman and Morris White, members of the Pink Roses social group, were involved when a dispute over hall rental at the Colored-Odd-Fellows Hall led to a fight. George Williams, denied entry, drew a knife. Morris White was cut, Wayman White struck Williams with a cane. Morris faces assault and battery. Wayman charged with assault with intent to kill. Williams suffered two skull fractures and is expected to survive.
Lieutenant Rowell of the recruiting station reports that the current push for white men is nearly finished with no more additions expected. He notes the need to fill vacancies left by discharged personnel and those who have completed their service.
In police court Friday Theodore Brown and Jeff S faced charges related to alleged assault. The testimony described disturbances and a confrontation leading to the arraignment behind closed doors.
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