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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1900
Page
1
In Rockport Indiana on December 17 a lynching mob boasted of killing Hollie Simons’ alleged killers. Joe Rolla, the third man implicated, was arrested early Monday but the crowd planned to lynch him that night. Police anticipated no intervention as mobs spread fear among the local Black community.
Gov Mount warns Spencer county sheriff to prevent lynching and protect suspects. Rockport report details a lynching mob that killed Bud Rowland and Jim Henderson after Hollie Simons's murder, with sheriff disarmed. The piece notes 1899 law defining lynching as a capital offense and empowering attorney general to prosecute across counties.
Tension rises in Eldorado where Jessie Morrison faces a delayed release causing fear among residents. Women split into two factions over the case and some vow to leave town for safety, straining friendships as the dispute continues.
The article reports councilman Negley declining to reopen a broader investigation into charges against councilmen. He mentions an earlier resolution that was defeated and suggests Higgins’ seat could be declared vacant by another resolution, though he will not push it now to avoid political criticism.
Detectives Holt and Wallace arrested Alonzo Hoyt Fred Reutsch and John Dennis for stealing shirts gloves shoes and socks from displays in front of W Washington street stores Sunday afternoon Each wore a stolen shirt Hoyt suspected in Bartholomes barber shop robbery case Vance Johnson and Joe Campbell also arrested for razors and barber tools theft Robert Simmons sent to reform school John Dennis and Vance Johnson charged with petit larceny and given the same sentence
Thomas J. Myers, new Grand manager, arrived Monday and takes active charge. A familiar Indianapolis figure, he has presented stars there including the Salvini troupe, Maud Granger, Jeffreys Lewis, Digby Bell, and Edwin Milton Boyle with Selena Fetter in Friends. He spent two years managing Orpheum circuit theaters in Los Angeles and Kansas City and was formerly business manager of the Orpheum touring company.
Thomas Kennedy a 65 year old painter living at 1418 Martindale Avenue was struck by a car No 161 at 1120 a m Monday near Massachusetts Avenue and Noble Street. He suffered a severe head wound and internal injuries and was treated by Drs Mar latt and Nichols then taken home by the city ambulance.
Governor Mount insists the state will pursue and punish those who lynch, pledging firm action against mob violence and justice for victims. The remarks emphasize statewide resolve to enforce law and order in the wake of lynching incidents.
In Eldorado Kansas twenty women gathered Sunday to call for the lynching of Jessie Morrison, accused of killing Mrs. Olin Castle. The crowd, led by Mrs. Rolland Castle, lacked a clear leader and the mob action did not advance.
Henry L. Bachner a 16 year old counterfeiter was fined 100 dollars and sentenced to 30 days workhouse by Judge Baker on the charge. He printed quarters and nickels in his father s clock factory at Princeton and persuaded younger boys to pass the coins and share the proceeds. Bachner s father wept and pleaded for leniency. If the fine is not paid he faces 100 more days in prison.
London rumors claim Kid McCoy and actress Marguerite Corneille wed, with reports that the ceremony may have happened already though neither party confirms. McCoy, with three fights dated, may remain in London for some time.
Col Perry reports a gold mine about 60 miles from Denver showing a strong strike with ore values from 100 to 260 dollars per ton. The vein was uncovered after tunneling some distance deep underground. A Bible student in Minneapolis warns the world may end, and patient testimonials claim relief from hemorrhoids with Dean's Ointment after doctors failed.
Malaga reports 461 aboard the German schoolship Gneisenau. 271 still missing after the Sunday disaster. One hundred ninety survivors sought care here. 40 among them severely injured and treated at City hospital. Townspeople housed 150 survivors as theaters closed and mourning signs appeared on public and private buildings.
Mrs. Mars Davis of Indiana drowned in Lake Michigan near Squaw Island while visiting Shields the lighthouse keeper. W. H. Shields and Wm. McAuley survived after being lashed to an overturned yawl with the dead woman and Lucian Morden, who refused to lash in, also drowned. Shields and McAuley are badly frozen, with possible amputations. The group had been in the lake since Friday, capsizing after a heavy wind.
The Higgins jury initially voted five acquittals and seven convictions. The tally moved to eight to four on the final ballot, with four jurors surprised by the switch and no new issues raised. One juror notes the group had given up hope of agreement.
The industrial arbitration conference began in Steinway Hall Chicago on Monday with a push to create a national board of arbitration. Prominent delegates include Carroll D Wright John Mitchell E Dana Durand Frank P Sargent E D Kenna Hugh H Lusk John B Barrett Samuel Gompers W L Douglas Henry W Hoyt Richard T Ely W L Brown and H W Steinbiss representing labor and industry.
Irish champion Peter Maher and Akron’s Gus Ruhlin will fight six rounds at the Pennsylvania Art Club Monday night. The winner earns a shot at Jeffries if Fitzsimmons does not match him. Maher arrives with confidence and Ruhlin weighs about 19 pounds. The pair drew in a 20-round New York title bout nearly two years ago.
Fort Wayne health authorities order all school children vaccinated against smallpox. Despite the mandate the number of cases increases, with 60 cages reported for containment or quarantine related to the outbreak.
Supreme Court arguments focus on whether territories acquired by the United States such as Porto Rico and the Philippines are part of the United States or foreign holdings. Attorney General Griggs asserts the Paris Treaty did not intend full U S incorporation, leaving final status to Congress.
The county council in special session appropriated 4000 for insanity fees of the justice of the peace, 150 for fire insurance on the workhouse, 1000 for insurance on poor farm buildings, 1200 to pay county carpenters, and 600 for the Door of Hope. Other proposed items include 1000 to buy four lots in Julietta and 2500 for a water treating plant to separate lime from boiler water.
Indianapolis official F W Vaille now director of posts for the Philippine islands will travel to America through Europe. He expects to be in Washington for the inauguration, and a letter to Attorney General Taylor confirms this. Vaille previously ran Indianapolis and Alaska post offices. Dot. fine Xmas presents Bennett's photos. 38 EB. Wash.
The Brown Hoisting and Conveying Machine Company plant in Cleveland suffered a devastating fire on Monday morning. The loss is estimated at 250000 dollars, and about 1000 workers were left unemployed. The firm is a major global contractor with European contracts.
The Board of Works seems satisfied with the water contract and plans no conference with the water company. Chairman Sahm said the board has no knowledge of arranging a meeting and believes they have a good contract as it stands.
Controller Johnson identifies Brightwood water works as the nucleus of a municipal plant costing $25,000 with higher funds needed. With 200 consumers already and expected to cover expenses, private rates are low. He envisions future city water supply nearby Brightwood and gradual extension to adjoining areas.
Federal petition filed Monday names Severin Wober Kothe Wells Bauer and the Capital Paper Co as creditors seeking a bankruptcy declaration for grocer William H Chillson of 1125 E Tenth street. The petition claims Chillson owes over 1000 dollars, transferred his grocery and meat market to brother Marshall D Chillson to defraud creditors, and transferred property to wife Nora T Salem. Salem P Eversole of Delphia admits bankruptcy and seeks court relief. He lists debts of 424.86 dollars and assets of 145 dollars including a suit of clothes.
M. T. H. S. and S. H. S. students who belong to the YMCA have organized a basketball league consisting of five teams.
Jesse Baker, escapee from the work house, was arrested Sunday and returned. A L Lowshe of Indiana named auditor of the Philippines at six thousand six hundred dollars a year. Muncie workers broke a gas main. 300 residents shivered for hours Saturday. Representative Rogers of Greensburg drafted an anti trust bill he expects to work. Cin cin zo Sarruzin broke a leg falling from a wagon while pursuing a keg of beer Sunday night. Henry Aufderheime awarded hospital contract for incurable insane at Central hospital for eighty six thousand seven hundred twenty eight dollars. A frightened horse dumped John Thompson and wife from their buggy on Virginia Ave Sunday night. bruised but not seriously injured. Central Labor Union candidates include John Blue, Feltman, Gurley, E P Barry and John Madden. Kate Rapp of 216 West Ohio nearly ended her life with strychnine Saturday night over money gambling losses. Mayor Taggart returns from Chicago saying illness reports were exaggerated by a yellow press story. he had a minor stomach ailment. Charles Danmeyer, 63, of 214 North East Street, buried Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church. grocer at 45 East Washington Street for 40 years. T J Owens of the Atlas works suspects his brother John Owens, condemned to die at Paris, Illinois, may be the missing man. prisoner denies it. State Bar Association executive committee met at the state house Monday afternoon to discuss constitutional amendments. Patrolmen Taylor brought Joseph Rose and Phillip Micell to the station Monday morning after a street fight near Evely city on Delaware Street.
Old John Wilhelm created a scene at the murder trial of Bill Mallady as the case opened in criminal court. Mallady faces first degree murder charges in the death of Mrs. Wilhelm on a White River sandbar for a small sum. The trial, with circumstantial evidence, is expected to last most of the week as jurors are chosen amid tension between city and country factions.
The Board of Works approved a six month contract with Sun Vapor Light Co for 230 vapor lights at 16.50 per year and 28 Wellsbach lights at 330. This years rate is about 20 cents lower per light. Charles L. Henry of Union Traction spoke of plans for Indianapolis streetcars to enter via College Ave and a track completion next week with cars soon to run.
Steve Crawford was named assistant superintendent of the workhouse amid Republican ties and a dispute over mayoral bids. A friend says Crawford fought Charley Beckwalter in previous campaigns and plans to run again. John McGregor counters the claim he seeks mayor, noting Crawford’s past saloon business in Alabama Street and denials of opposition to Republicans.
The forecast notes cloudy and threatening conditions at 8 p m with cold air. Temperatures show 7 am reading of 38 degrees with possible further drops expected by morning.
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