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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1899
Page
1
The misread item reports BONY FOOL accusing the administration of insincerity in appeals for action on the gas ordinance. Evans counters by accusing Republicans of hampering the mayor and points to Democratic committee members when questioned.
The council contracts and franchises committee will hold an open meeting Wednesday night to discuss the natural gas ordinance. Indianapolis Gas Co representatives will present their case, while the Consumers’ Trust Co previously heard last week. Chairman Evans condemns rushed action and vows thorough inquiry. A movement to hold mass meetings began, led by local Democrats.
Edward Padden died at City Hospital Tuesday from tuberculosis after being admitted by Deputy Coroner Dunlavy. Doctors hesitated to admit him Monday as he appeared strong and well weighing 160 pounds at age 43. He walked from the South Street mission to the hospital.
John Rechter a boy who cannot read or write was brought before Judge Baker on charges of robbing keyless post office boxes at Greensburg. The judge reassured him and allowed return home with his father warning that any trouble would lead to punishment. The boy admitted taking letters three times due to his ignorance and desire for his own mail.
A boy discharged a bullet injuring his baby sister who died shortly after. The incident occurred amid a public safety item inclusion in a game and the girl was laughing on a bed when struck.
A 7-year-old boy in a Harrison Taylor home shot his 2-year-old sister with a 22 caliber revolver while playing soldier. The child died after the accidental shooting as the mother was away. police ruled the incident purely accidental.
The grand jury, in its partial December report, returned nine indictments for the first week of the month. Jail cases include Arthur Ingram for petit and grand larceny, accused of stealing a $10 bicycle and a $30 wheel. John Cooper faces two house-breaking indictments, and John Jackson is charged with stealing a harness. Frank Spies, Cumberland saloon keeper, pleaded guilty to selling liquor on Sunday and was fined $25.
Odessie Mayhew, aged 3 percent, is in critical condition at her home at Ellefonitaine and Sixteenth streets after her clothing caught fire from a burner under a heating tank while she tried to crawl under a bathtub to reach her kitten. Mrs. C. A. Helfer, who shared the rooms, rolled the child downstairs in fright, injuring her back and head.
That Almighty Board William J Millmer and others residing near the tile works brought suit for damages against the city after an alley through the company's property was closed. The Board of Works acted over remonstrance of other property holders, seeking to reclaim the space.
Samuel Gresh, 72, and Rebecca J. Bryan, 63, visited the county clerk on Wednesday to apply for a marriage license. Gresh wore a dapple-gray spintage and hat, while Bryan lacked her glasses and struggled with the affidavit signing.
J C Schaf president of the American brewing company signed a three years contract with union No 77 for a nine hours scale. The announcement marks the company as the first to join the agreement between the organization and brewers on Tuesday.
Dustress Oats promotes horse feeding with a 25 cent meal option at a grand hotel cafe. The campaign emphasizes economical meals for horses and names the product as a staple for equine patrons. Local patrons are advised to visit the cafe for the affordable feed option.
A 7,000 strong mob in Maysville Kentucky dragged Richard Coleman from custody and burned him alive at a railway yard after he murdered and outraged Mrs. James Lashbrooke. The crowd, including the victim’s husband, overwhelmed deputies and a guard, with Coleman pleading to speak as flames rose. The incident drew nationwide attention as the town remained orderly and sober.
Wayman White, doorkeeper, is charged with murder after George Williams died from a fractured skull suffered when Williams allegedly forced entry to a Pink Rose society ball at Odd Fellows' hall on Indiana Ave. Williams died after nearly 20 hours of unconsciousness. White says he acted in self defense with a cane. Morris White was arrested as an accessory to murder.
The Board of Safety met on Wednesday approving re appointment of Henry Siegel and Philip Visher as janitors at East Market and alerting rumors of changes in police and fire departments. Sergt. Boylan’s supporters push for captain of detectives while Det Jere Kinney is a leading contender. City Attorney Kern announced Henry Seyfried as deputy to police court prosecution.
The Post reports a list of senators likely to back Quay’s seating including Aldrich Allison Bate Chandler Daniel Davis Fairbanks Yoraker Frye Gear Hanna Hansbrough Hawley Hoar Jones of Nevada Kyre Lodge Mason Perkins Pettigrew Platt of New York Pritchard Proctor Sewell Shoup Spooner Stewart Telfer Wetmore Walcott Stern. Additional names expected to back Quay include Beveridge Carter Clark of Wyoming Depew Elkins Foster Kean McComas Cumber Martin Penrose Quarles Ross Scott Simon Warren. If accurate Quay would hold a six vote majority. Senator Jones of Arkansas predicts a tough Democratic fight.
A board member said the new superintendent to replace Supt. Goss should come from outside Indiana and not be a candidate. The group aims to refinance $106000 of bonds at 3 percent, saving $1203 yearly, while pledging not to neglect building upkeep for student welfare.
A Washington dispatch notes that hundreds of house members have already introduced 1,549 bills in two days, mostly pension measures. Most never reach the statute books as titles are printed and distributed, then fade in committee pigeon-holes during the session. Over 10,000 bills are expected to be introduced, with about four-fifths destined to sleep in committees.
Washington December 6 The house republicans remained in caucus until 11 p m Tuesday with Representative Overstreet of Indiana explaining the provisions of the financial bill There was no session on Wednesday as the house had adjourned until Thursday
Dolly Johnson was arrested by bicycle policeman Schroeder on Wednesday for grand larceny. Police found several pieces of men’s clothing believed stolen from Tom Connor on Capitol Ave in her possession. Johnson, who denies theft, says a man gave her the items. The total value is about $50. She has prior arrests for larceny and minor charges.
Sylvester Willis, assistant postmaster at Cerro Gordo, was fined 1 and jailed 60 days by Judge Baier after attempting a green goods scam. He copied instructions from a circular and sold them to an Iowa victim, then lied about a supposed box 1100 in Cerro Gordo, prompting an Inspector to connect the handwriting to the scheme.
Tuesday saw one of the biggest shipments in stock yards history as 427 carloads of stock were handled. Belt railroad workers faced long delays with cars waiting to be unloaded and some stood on tracks for four hours before their turn.
The Board of Works received a report that county surveyor John V Coyner is selling gravel from Samoa Street to a contractor to improve Ottawa Street. The city engineer was ordered to investigate on Wednesday. Petitions for local sewers on Temple Avenue from Pratt to St Clair Street and in the first alley east of Keystone Avenue from Washington to New York Street were filed. Final action was taken on the Caldwell Street opening from Capitol Park addition to Michigan Street. Specifications for cleaning improved streets during 1900 were adopted. the contract will be more stringent with several bids anticipated. R W Furnas, the current contractor, has not satisfied with his pneumatic sweepers.
Free biscuits and coffee served all week at the Vonnegut hardware company store. Demonstrations feature Majestic ranges with sale items including robes blankets harnesses and trunks. Van Derpool is listed among the vendors or affiliated names.
A Democratic supported speech by a Mormon congressman excoriates polygamy defense and assails Utah appointments. He declares no defense for polygamy and credits his own role in opposing it, drawing applause from both Democrats and gallery attendees.
In Washington on Tuesday the House adopted a Taylor resolution to probe Charles Roberts polygamy charges after a dramatic defense. Roberts denied wrongdoing while claiming constitutional rights, and opponent Taylor argued amnesty proclamations did not clear him. The gallery filled as testimony highlighted Utah polygamy history and political maneuvering.
Victoria’s forces suffer from scarce cavalry while battles linger. The Boers resist with stubborn defense and harassment, signaling another clash could occur at any moment.
Reports say Boer forces occupy a ridge six miles north of the Modder river with entrenchments at Snytfontein and main force under Crenig nearby. Methuen’s relief column reconnoiters. Free State forces may lie near Jacobsdal but pose little flank threat. British operations suffer from supply and artillery shortages.
At Vigan the American garrison, 260 strong, repelled an insurgent assault Tuesday night. Seven garrison troops were killed and the attackers retreated through a mountain pass to the east. Reinforcements of 15 Third Cavalry were sent to bolster the garrison. The attack is believed led by General Tinos, who retreated before Yeung's forces at Tagudin.
Gen Otis reports Washington that 40 insurgents were killed and eight American soldiers died in a four hour street battle at Vigan. Parker's Forty fifth infantry holds the city with reinforcements en route and claims supplies and defense can be sustained indefinitely.
City notices report the funeral of Mrs Wm H June scheduled for Thursday at 2 30 P M from 1119 N Senate age residence. Other items note D P Ritchey ex Grand hotel clerk now with Phisterer Milwaukee at the Grand, and a visit by Carleton M Herrick former Paterson Guardian editor and sister Mary Wood Herrick to Indianapolis. Philharmonic Club to give first concert of the year at Plymouth Church January 10 with soloists Christian Oelschlager and Stella Riddell. Monthly Persimmon brigade meeting at Capt John B Wirt 209 FE Obist next Tuesday in February. A court note states the case of Thomas J Cyclone’s son dismissed for want of prosecution after prior police court appearances. Albert Schroeder saloon duty charged. Andy Nic Jawbone cited for beer mallet. Car incident logs show a car proceeding until December 28 and an event on September 20.
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