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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1902
Page
1
A letter from Rev. Edward G. Saunderson and two other ministers, adopted at a Monday meeting, urges Mayor Bookwalter to show genuine civic gains. They pledge frankness and support if conditions for safety and policing improve, citing the Wes Stout case and past carnival tent issues.
Monday crowds packed the Indianapolis post office as hundreds carried Christmas gifts to mail. Mail weighers worked in corridors to speed the process and stamp windows avoided delays. Officials predicted the rush would peak by Wednesday night but expected to handle all packages.
Horace J. Thomas and occupants reported burglars looted his flat Sunday night with jewelry, rings, stick-pins, breastpins, an opera glasses set and a revolver stolen. A well dressed man circling the building was seen by neighbors while Mrs. Borman noted his door inquiry to find the janitor. Police have no solid lead beyond a description from other tenants.
A Sunday afternoon blaze at the Propylaeum on North Street near Pennsylvania Street caused an estimated 5000 to 7000 dollars in damage. The fire started in the furnace area and was fought by firefighters with salvers and a salvage crew preserving artworks. The Propylaeum association plans immediate repairs, and a Monday directors meeting discussed the work.
Spokane December report says Judge J. A. Lewis and his elderly wife were murdered by unknown robbers after a struggle. Lewis was struck with an axe and his wife beaten to death with a club. Local authorities investigate the crime scene for clues and suspects.
Senator Beveridge says there is utmost confidence in Washington that President Roosevelt will manage the Venezuelan affair with success. He notes Congress is leaving the matter to the president and mentions the omnibus territorial bill as unlikely to pass, praising the Territories committee for favoring Oklahoma and Indian Territory statehood.
Notices list various sales and rentals including a cigar store for sale a rooming house for sale a restaurant for sale and other business properties for sale furnished rooms for rent houses for rent unfurnished rooms for rent plus help wanted for housework and a housekeeper position all on the seventh page of liners.
John J. Twiname reports great difficulty hiring crews for the Flower Mission Hospital adjoining City hospital due to proximity to the pesthouse. A woman named Eberhart died from the disease and workman George Coffey contracted smallpox, halting construction as walls are half finished with materials on site.
Tom and Jerry two bay horses pulling the hose wagon from engine-house No 6 led a firehouse parade up Pennsylvanian street toward the Propylaeum fire on a rainy Sunday. The pair, driven by John Meadowows Captain Harry Johnson and William Scott, displayed a steady gait and synchronized hoofbeats, earning praise from onlookers.
Fire in the Knoxville pants company building on Commerce Street caused widespread damage in the business district. Losses include George Brown company 190000, R S Payne estate 80000, Knoxville pants 80000, L David commission 30000, and other firms totaling about three fourths insured. Two men reportedly buried under Broyles McClellan Lackey walls, awaiting debris cooling for verification.
Chief Inspector Bartley of the city weights and measures department reports a probe into market measures. He found some bad measures and universal use of liquid quarts instead of dry quarts, noting vendors must not revert to old habits and promising penalties for repeat offenders.
A fire started by safe crackers at the National bank in San Augustine, Texas, destroyed a brick block and caused a loss of about 40,000 dollars to seven firms. The robbery attempt failed.
A Monday blaze in Chicago caused about 30000 dollars in damage to the Standard Oil Company warehouse located at Seventeenth street and Rock Island tracks. No injuries are reported and the cause is under investigation by local firefighters.
A large oil laden tank steamer burned Sunday night about 20 miles outside Boston harbor in Massachusetts. The ship’s name was not learned and it is unknown whether the crew escaped.
The S Hast street delegation told the b p w that it has a case for street crossings and the board will study the situation. President McGowan of the street car company promised many good things. An effort may be made in spring to extend the S East street asphalt paving to Garfield park. Pianos priced at 165 and up from Wulschner's. Dustless Oats and Heavyweight Suits offered by Janes. Eagle advertisement notes tomorrow's sale with prices up to 2.50 higher network.
Joe Morgan of Indianapolis, candidate for speaker, canvassed the state and praised a young legislator cohort. He touted a hopeful outlook and predicted a notable upcoming session, noting ages 25 to 40 among representatives and enthusiastic support from Kealing.
Earlham College will meet Butler College in Indianapolis next spring for a joint debate on the labor arbitration question. Butler has the choice of sides.
Goldie Hoffman of 314 Douglas St Lucky holds ticket 17402 and wins a free pair of shoes at Eppert's Shoe Store 239 Massachusetts Ave The promotion runs this week with a dollar pair of shoes to a lucky customer and the store promises best and cheapest footwear in the city
Maj Miller from Gen MacArthur's staff visited Indianapolis to inspect Valley Mills as a potential rifle range and army post site. He toured with M Wandle and others, spending most of Sunday at the location and signaling Site No 1 may be chosen if suitable.
Ward 4 residents met at Blake and North streets on Sunday forenoon to file injunction proceedings to block the city's chosen site for a pesthouse adjacent to the City hospital. The suit also aims to prevent two houses and a shop on the ground from being used as temporary shelters for smallpox patients.
Frank Bowman of Indiana Heating and Ventilating Co. was arrested Monday by Detectives Colbert and Hauser on a warrant charging embezzlement. He is accused of drawing 350 dollars from the company while installing a heating plant at the Grand Hotel.
Richmond records that Purdue halfback Biller signed on Monday to play for Bariham next season. The brief note confirms the college connection and the immediate action of his contract.
President Roosevelt stands ready to act as arbitrator between Venezuela and the European Allies if they refuse to take the dispute to The Hague. Diplomatic exchanges are under way between Washington and London as talks continue, with no official confirmation or denial of a London report that the president has already agreed. No public statement is planned until a definite decision is reached.
Mrs. W C Hazle 39 of Covington Ky died at City hospital after taking morphine at Hotel Morton on Monument avenue Monday. The case followed a prior suicide attempt in Covington last week. Police and doctors reported wrist wounds and a scissors blade found at the scene.
All Ready President McCrea of the Union Railway agrees with Mayor Bookwalter to appoint seven members to the elevated track commission instead of five. The commission will be formed as soon as the mayor returns from a funeral at Hammond.
Pearl Bogue of Marion and Orange Holman of Marion push for deputy oil inspector posts in district 11 while Sid Conger weighs tie choices. Delegations gathered Monday but no appointment will be made until Gov. Durbin returns from the south.
Citizens from ward 4 confronted Mayor Bookwalter Monday over placing the pesthouse near the City hospital. The mayor suggested perhaps not, noting two sites under review, one near the hospital and another in Cereal inetown. He planned to send the pesthouse ordinance to council Monday.
Washington reports Ambassador Charlemagne Tower in Berlin informed the state department of the German government announcing a blockade of Puerto Cabello and Maracaibo in Venezuela, effective December 20. Ambassador Meyer in Rome cable confirms Italy will join with naval forces in blocking Venezuelan forts.
Forecast for the 36 hours ending at 8 p m on December 23 calls for cloudy skies with possible snow flurries and a falling temperature Monday night into Tuesday, followed by fair and colder conditions. Early temperatures show 7 am at 38, noon 37, and 2 pm 39 with cooler weather and variable winds across Indiana and neighboring states.
The American Federation of Labor and the National Manufacturers' Association may join to abolish the contract labor system in states using prison employment. David M. Parry of the Manufacturers' Association and Samuel Gompers of the Federation of Labor express willingness to cooperate.
Whilte & Holloway Photographers advertise the very best likenesses with all finishes and styles. Holiday orders must be given at once and are urged by the firm located in Penna near the new Federal building.
Frank L. Jones state superintendent of public instruction is the latest talk ed of candidate for the Republican nomination for governor Cy Neal of the state auditor's office disclosed Monday. William Brown 65 Civil War veteran died suddenly Monday of suspected poisoning coroner investigates. Burglars entered the Waverly hotel Sunday night taking three gold watches and money from guests with no clues.
Weekly car movement totals show 27 468 vehicles with 21 610 loaded. Belt transferred 19 561 with 1 400 livestock loads. Captain and Mrs W E English reach New York after a rough voyage on La Savoie with lifeboats stove in. four seamen and a steerage passenger injured. Third Church selects Rev C D Newman from Detroit to replace C C Rowlison who resigned. Newman famed by William Jennings Bryan as a great pulpit orator.
Michael Foley a 21 year old H and D fireman was crushed between freight cars near Cottage Grove Indiana between 4 and 5 am Monday He attempted to couple in the brakeman being absent The engine was making up a freight train when Foley fell between the bumpers He was alive when found and died shortly after at College Corner Ohio after the train was halted and the surgeon arrived
A state house plot claims Gov Durbin and State geologist Blatchley reconciled to back a Durbin ally for mine inspector. Blatchley refused comment and said no appointment will occur until his term ends. Rumor also cites Jim Epperson’s potential reappointment. The post pays 1800 dollars annually and includes two deputyships.
In Washington rumors circulate that Secretary of War Root plans to resign within months to attend to private business. It is said that Governor-General Taft of the Philippines would succeed him if he steps down.
Last Saturday the wooden bridge over Pogue's run at Rural Street fell into the creek causing $500 in losses. A replacement wooden bridge will be built to last until spring when a new stone or cement bridge will be installed.
Indianapolis Mannerchor will usher in the new year with a concert on December 31 followed by a dance. Mrs. Philip Goetz and the Spiering String Quartet from Chicago will perform.
Mattie E. Kline sues for divorce from Fred G. Kline alleging physical striking curses and threats of personal violence that keep her in fear within the marriage.
City plans two telephone connections for fire and police at Ket 31 250 each company. Total cost quoted is 2 500 with both clé and new lines to be installed.
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