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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1906
Page
8
NY stock opening shows gains in several issues led by Great Northern and Pennsylvania, but declines in Steel and Reading. Bond activity flat to irregular. In commodities, cattle and grain reports show varied receipts and pricing across multiple grain components and hay prices. Weather and market tone indicate cautious trading as investors adjust positions after recent gains.
In Cincinnati and Pittsburg reports, cattle receipts were strong with high prices for prime and extra grades. Hog receipts showed declines in some lines, while sheep demand remained steady with higher quotes for select lambs and western types. Chicago and East Buffalo markets mirrored softer to steady trends, with prime beef pushing near top quotes and lighter offerings influencing values.
A large crowd gathered Wednesday for a public demonstration of the Enigmarelle automaton. Starting at Grant Opera House, the Pedestrian, a mechanical penman and bicycle rider, walked with a dignified tread to the Federal building and back, escorted by opera house staff amidst wonder.
Indianapolis market brief notes hogs steady to slightly lower with active trading and strong demand from multiple sources. Cattle supply near record levels with strong demand for good stock but weak for common grades. sheep steady. Quoted prices include hogs around 6.15 to 6.25 and top at 6.90, cattle mostly 1.20 plus, with mixed entries across other livestock and early New York produce listings.
Joseph S. Kearns a former dry goods clerk and reporter was captured in Great Bend after a daylight bank robbery. He confessed to robbing the Midland National Bank at Newton on November 13 locking clerks and customers in the vault and escaping with 1800 dollars. He sent part of the money to his mother and sisters in Ann Arbor Michigan and spent funds in Chicago hotels and a gambling house. He will likely be surrendered to Newton officials for prosecution.
Anna Corson sues James W. Corson claiming their marriage failed due to blood relation. She alleges he abandoned her after confessing they should not be husband and wife, despite knowing she was his relative before the marriage. Corson seeks legal separation and alimony after moving back to Indianapolis.
Rock Rapids Ia Dec d 2 Reports say M Pretes ter a member of Lyon County Board at Sipervisora was implicated in embezzle ment of 3000 to 4000 dollars and larceny. He killed himself yesterday by slitting his throat with a pocketknife in Kin barn.
Chester Gillette departs Herkimer for Auburn Prison to be executed for the murder of Grace Brown, the young sweetheart whose death sparked the case.
Bridgeport Milling Company of Bridgeport has filed articles of incorporation with authorized capital and stated its incorporation details. The filing notes the company is registered in Bridgeport with a capitalized amount described as sixty five thousand dollars.
Chicago December wheat rises to 7.75 cents while December corn falls to 4.24 cents. May contracts show declines. pork at 15.76, lard at 8.57. Local receipts log 43 cars wheat, 6 for corn, oats 13. No. 2 red winter. December corn closed 11.5 cents, May 4.30. No. 2 yellow and No. 2 white prices noted.
The local stock market displays continued weakness in Traction and Terminal. No bids yesterday. best offer today 81. A block of shares offered at 84 percent. ten shares traded for $5. Traction common rose 0.44 but remained weak. only one sale on the exchange, Indiana Union 2 percent. Street Railway up 0.75 to 117.4, highest in weeks. rest of list similar to yesterday. Numerous listed companies shown with prices and par values.
The Society of Indiana banquet at the Auditors hotel in Chicago drew about 250 guests. James Whitcomb Riley was the guest of honor, with John T. McCutcheon and Edward H. Hughes among speakers. George Ade acted as toastmaster while Col. Jewett and several judges attended. The event celebrated Indiana as the greatest state in the union.
Special to The Sun from Denver reports Simon Guggenheim of the smelter trust and wealth, likely elected U S senator from Colorado to succeed T M Patterson. The piece notes a costly Republican campaign, Guggenheim’s philanthropy, New York and Denver residence, and past nominations with withdrawals in state politics.
Fire destroyed the Polk Company Cannery during peak pea canning time. The loss could have been worse but for the timing. About 60 workers remain at the plant now though yearly employment ranges from 800 to 1,100 during busy packing periods.
The condition of farmer Senator Brown of Utah, shot by Mrs Anna Bradley on Sunday, is precarious. He was said to have worsened yesterday afternoon and may not survive the night. Mrs Bradley remains inquiring about his status as doctors monitor his condition.
In Chicago on December 12 a banking summary reports that the year will close with profits around 1,000,000 and each institution showing gains in surplus and echoing strong dividend prospects. The banner year reflects round figures and widespread favorable results across banks.
At Denison hotel Tuesday night Central Union Tele phone completed a remarkable move of a double booth and branch exchange from the lobby to the waiting room a distance of 40 feet with no interruption. Cigar man Charles Steffen spoke to New York City seven minutes during the move while L Griffin talked to Terre Haute briefly as two men watched the operation. The 975 pound booth was jacked inch by inch with oak cross arms and casters, then slid through a doorway into the waiting room as guests looked on.
Angie Birdsong and Dec Lee Mra were convicted in Hazelhurst Mississippi of kiting Dr. Thomas Butler. They were released today on bond at home with their children, in a distressed state. The sentence is expected to be appealed.
The Southwestern Trade committee met in San Antonio and was entertained by the San Antonio Traction Company. The new tourist observation car, first of its kind in the South, carried 35 miles of railroad men on a trip that day. They praised the car and predicted popularity during the tourist season. A resolution of thanks was sent to the traction company before adjournment.
Flowers were tossed to Mina May McAtee as crowds blamed, applauded, and jeered outside the magistrate’s office after she shot her father, a wealthy minister. She was arraigned and released on a $1000 bond while her fiancé stood by her side. The minister father remained hospitalized and reported as in serious condition.
In Congress Benator Goarin of Oregon proposes a senate resolution to seek a treaty excluding Japanese citizens. The senate tabled inquiry into Manila prisoner handling and plague serum. Senator Rayner of Maryland assailed Roosevelt over San Francisco school policy toward Japanese. Nominees were sent to the senate for ambassadorships and a ministerial post including White Griscom Riddle Dudley Combs.
The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday in a Lake county saloon license case that the remonstrance against granting a license must be based on a majority of votes cast at the last regular election in the township, not a special election. The Kunkle case was sent back to the lower court for retrial after the remonstrance was deemed based on the wrong vote tally.
Omaha Neb December 12 BB Howell president of the coal exchange was found guilty of violating the anti trust laws. Fifty six other members of the organization faced related charges in the ongoing case.
The six day bicycle race in New York drew 10,000 spectators as riders collapsed from exertion. Trainers used potent drugs including a hypodermic trychnine to revive a fallen rider while bids offered for laps spurred more sprinting. Officials report record mileage and laps across the event as riders pushed limits.
A large blaze gutted the Peoria Star Publishing plant in Peoria Illinois last night causing extensive damage to all machinery. The plant will publish from the Hecala-Trinecript office until restoration. Origin of the fire remains unknown.
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