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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1901
Page
7
Col Ellison denounces the Cincinnati dump story as a pure dream while John T Brush remains silent, later promising a public statement via stenographer. Fans await clarification on why Cincinnati was turned down and whether Reds contracts affect league rules. Local fans favor local ownership of the club.
Eastern fans greet Ban Johnsons no consolidation stance with skepticism. Omaha possibly leaving the American association could give Louisville a chance. Dick Horley signs with the Detroit club. Rumor says 1202 umpires must present a ring record as essential qualification. Spaldings parting shot at Freedman claims he aims to befog the public. Spalding does not dictate interviews to stenographers. In the recommendation of Tebeau.
Soak the corn in warm water to soften it then pare closely without drawing blood and apply Chamberlain's Pain Balm twice daily. Rub vigorously for five minutes at each application. A corn plaster may be worn a few days to protect the shoe. Pain Balm also serves as a general liniment for bruises lameness and rheumatism.
McAndrew has been signed by Milwaukee Press representatives on a Wednesday. The report notes Brush’s climb up the tall pines remains unresolved.
Weather at New Orleans Wednesday was perfect as Mint Sauce won the $1,800 handicap. Lieut Willie Waddell set a new track record for five furlongs in 1:00.4. At Oakland, Rip Shannon, a 15 to 1 shot, easily took the $5,000 handicap with nine entries. Charleston Christmas races drew the largest crowd of the season though the track was slow and four favorites fell. Jockey Votsburg, preparing to take his own life at Linesin, suffered an apoplexy attack Wednesday.
Bloomington dispatch reports Prof. W H Glasscock died of typhoid fever. Former deputy state school superintendent and later superintendent of the blind institute, he pursued studies at Indiana State University and Chicago University. He rose from Hancock county teacher to state education roles, supported Indiana football, and left a widow and one son.
Larry Temple knocked Eddie Kennedy hard but the referee stopped a possible knockout. Temple won the decision as Billy Delaney declares he is done with Jeffries due to his long spree. Jeffries missed Sioux City exhibition. Kid Superstine search continues in Indianapolis with Kid always late. James A. Corbett served as head waiter at a Salvation Army dinner in Youngstown.
Kid Saperstein tells The Sun he has pursued Ollie Chill for a match, calling him hot air and a blurt. He says Chill can find him at The Sun office at 4 p.m. Thursday ready to do business and hopes Chill will be there.
New York report notes a harsh year for champions with four dethronements since January. Terry McGovern lost the featherweight title to Yourg Corbett in two rounds at Martford. Rube Ferns dropped the welterweight crown to Joe Walcott in five. Bantamweight Dan Dougherty surrendered to Harry Forbes in two. Jeffries defended his title while Ryan and Erne did not defend theirs.
The Post reports General Lord Kitchener told the War Office to prepare to maintain an army of sixty thousand in South Africa for an undetermined period after peace. He also calls for a draft to form a nucleus for this permanent auto army.
T M James aged 79, uncle of outlaw Frank James, died in Kansas City Missouri on Wednesday. His estate is valued around 1 million dollars. A devout Baptist, he helped build the denomination’s churches in the city after moving from Kentucky and entering the Queensware business.
New York dispatches report banks severing ties with the Chicago clearing house, a shift in German tariff plans, and large year end corporation disbursements in New York Boston and Philadelphia. Outlooks touch on grain markets sugar copper and corn earnings with cautious notes on money market stability and legislative opposition to Cuba reciprocity.
In Binghamton New York the mayor’s office now employs a bridesmaid and a groomsman as attaches. They help sign marriage certificates and perform duties in the mayoral office. The city has become a Gretna Green for eloping couples from Pennsylvania.
Boxing Day in London on December 26 marked the year’s key holiday with no business conducted. People visited pantomimes and enjoyed a beautiful day. The celebration, dating from the tradition of gifting boxes to errand boys and postal clerks, occurs on the first weekday after Christmas.
Holiday gatherings include Mr and Mrs James C Cotter in St Louis and a large family dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Y T Malott. Rev Philpott officiated Wednesday at a Blanche Goode and Frederick Sillery marriage. Armstong club to host Clara Armstrong of New Paltz. State weddings listed in Terre Haute Marion and Laurel with several couples wed by Rev F E Dewhurst. Boys club to stage Uncle Josephs Christmas with Meyer and McKinney families. A permanent stage recently erected at the club. refreshments to be served.
David F Wheeler a prominent Akron banker and cashier at Citizens National Bank died Christmas afternoon after a high voltage accident in the vault. He held an electric light wire while grasping the vault door causing a fatal shock. Wheeler, 53, leaves a widow and two children.
Springfield Ohio December 26 William Young a money broker received a check for 20 in full payment of a grocery bill 26 years old. The debtor J C Frase died leaving a widow and her only son who now supports the family and is helping clear the debt.
The theatrical world buzzes as Edward Harrigan, famed actor and playwright, inherits fifty thousand dollars from his aunt through his wife. Harrigan, dogged by recent misfortune, currently stars as Uncle Tom in a revival and still owns the Garrick Theater, once Harrizon's.
KOKOMO Ind December 26 Ted Sloan the jockey is not financially busted as eastern reports claimed He asked for reinstatement to British race courses and sent 8 in cash as a Christmas gift to foster parents Mr and Mrs D G Blanser He has lost heavily but still has at least 10 000 left and is currently in Paris
A condensed list of Indianapolis securities, including street railway stocks and bonds, banks, and utilities. Entries show common and preferred shares, bond notes with prices like 100, 105, and 63, spanning Indianapolis street railway firms, gas companies, insurers, storage and telephone issues, with several 5s and 6s classifications and scattered dealer quotes.
A posse led by Deputy sheriffs Alfred Pecot and E Delahaye confronted the Chelimachis and Charles Pecot in Charenton St Mary parish while arresting two disturbed Indians. Chief Paul Jules Dardenne and Bill Paul were killed after a volley and hand to hand fight. Charles Pecot is in dangerous condition. The officers were wounded and transported to New Orleans for treatment.
C C Bangs age 74 partner of Kit Carson veteran of the Mexican war dies at Altoona mining camp Tuesday. Officer Oliver P Wiggins of Denver is now the sole survivor of the band who fought beside Kit Carson.
China agrees to compensate Russia Great Britain United States and others for damages from the Boxer uprising. Total indemnities amount to 187 million as listed for each nation, while China is relieved of an 18 million United States claim. The administration settles on a seven million dollar American bill for claims by U.S. citizens and property damage.
Joseph Lacher known as Steeple Joe dies at Gouverneur hospital from complications. The famed fireman and rigging expert once ascended a 128 foot ladder in 223 seconds and tallied notable projects in New York including hoisting Diana at Madison Square Garden and rigging for the Hudson River Bridge at Poughkeepsie. His death follows grief over congressman Tom Bradley.
Norfolk reports the worst coal famine on record with seven vessels queued at Lambert Point to load. Rail workers say the famine is the most severe ever seen. In Rome, Angelica Vergazzola, maid to the Countess Castiglione, is arrested at Spezzia as police seize correspondence with Napoleon III. Historic letters reveal secrets. ivory crucifix valued at 15,000 francs and other valuables found. additional arrests expected.
In Parkersburg Mrs. C. B. Blubaugh hosted a festive Christmas tree for a woolly poodle and a kitten. The scene featured lavish gifts from grateful owners, with a tailor-made suit, silver umbrella, gold collars, and silver bells for the animals as about 100 children attended.
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