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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1901

Page

3

Kaiser Bids Adieu to King Edward on Royal Journey

News from London dated February six reports the Kaiser leaving Scotland for Germany with three wardogs aboard the royal yacht Hohenzollern as warships saluted. King Edward and the Queen Consort plan visits to Ireland at Whit Sunday and to Lismore Castle Waterford, plus the Kaiser’s Glasgow exposition opening in May and a possible Balmoral autumn meeting with Czar Nicholas.

Ireland Whitsuntide Lord Londonderry County Down Duke of Devorshire Lismore Waterford Parliament The Manchester Guardian Kaiser King Edward Balmoral Czar Nicholas England

Cat Allowed In Bake Shops Under Sanitary Law

A state house decided the cat may stay in bake shops while other domestic animals must go. The sanitary bill passed limits animals in bakeries and candy factories and bans using such places as bedrooms. Burkier of Grant county sponsored the measure, claiming it came at the request of the State federation of labor.

Grant County State Federation of Labor

Bad River Accident Reported Near Reese Fort

A disastrous river accident on the Alabama river at Reese's Fort is reported with five or six dead and six wagons sunk. A flatboat hit an obstacle breaking the trolley wire guiding it and overturned. Only one or two aboard reached shore. People say the boat drifted downriver.

Montgomery Ala Reese's Fort

Jail filling up as workhouse quarantine tightens control

County jail rapidly fills with 114 prisoners out of 200 capacity as quarantine measures at the workhouse take hold. No one else is ill besides Turnkey Kurtz who complains of pains from head to toe. Inmates undergo a strict cleansing routine upon entry. Sheriff Sauley reports lodgers receive three meals daily and jailers access the medicine cabinet for treatment. Dr. Pettijohn visits daily.

Kurtz Sauley Bates House Dr. Pettijohn

Under the Knife Miss Olga Nethersole Forcing Retirement

Olga Nethersole remains critically ill at the Hoffman House and must undergo immediate surgery ending her stage career for a long period. Miss Wethersole has been ill and plans to return to England once fit to travel.

New York Olga Nethersole Hoffman House Miss Wethersole England

Yankee Girl in Paris Debuts in La Fille de Tabarien

Paris February 6 A dress rehearsal of La Fille de Tabarien composed by Pierne with a Sardou libretto was held Wednesday afternoon. The first performance is set for Friday with Mary Garton an American singer in the title role.

Tabarien Pierne Sardou Mary Garton

Senate defeats higher salary for state school superintendent

The senate voted 2 to 21 against a proposal to raise the state school superintendent’s salary from 2500 to 3000 dollars. An amendment to 3500 dollars was believed defeated. A disrupted vote scene followed as the doorkeeper was asked to tone down a noisy chamber.

Senate

Hamilton on Trial for Lennie Day Murder in Minneapolis

Leonard Day, a wealthy lumberman’s son, was killed, and Frank Hamilton stands trial. Day spent lavishly in Europe and Monte Carlo, boasting of wealth and a life without work, while Hamilton, a New York native and Times sports editor in Minneapolis, faces murder charges amid a city-wide presumption of his innocence.

Tennie Day Lennie Hamilton Europe New York Chicago Alexander Hamilton the Treasury New York State Ife California Minneapolis the Times

Preacher Innocence Claimed Amid Arlington Scandal

New York reports Thomas G. Barker’s lawyer says if Rev. John Keller survives his shooting he must face court for the crime. Mrs Barker vows to reiterate charges, defending her credibility. Keller’s condition improves as doctors say he is out of danger and bail may be sought for Barker with $50,000 offered by friends.

New York Arlington N. J Marshall van Winkle Thomas G. Barker John Keller Keller Dr. Keller Barker

Bishop Weaver Dead in Dayton Ohio

Bishop Jonathan Weaver D D senior bishop of the United Brethren in Christ died at his Dayton home Wednesday morning. Elected bishop in 1865 he held the office for many years and authored eight books mainly theological. The note mentions humorously that he had been preaching nearly 600 years.

Dayton Jonathan Weaver Church of the United Brethren In Christ

Loss of big store fire in Evansville destroys dry goods house

Evansville Ind Feb 6 The large dry goods house of Lahr Bacon Co total loss by fire Tuesday evening. Loss about 140000 with 113000 in insurance. Both building and stock burned. Neighboring stores damaged about 10400. Fireman Louis Heberer injured by falling from a ladder. Fire raged 7 to 11 pm.

Evansville Ind Lahr,Bacon & Co Louis Heberer

Ray case trial shock as juror greeted by defendant

In Shelbyville Indiana on February 6 the Ray case rested for the day at 2 30 p m as crowds filled the courtroom County superintendent J W Barlow testified about oversupplied blanks Ray's defense attorney Blair began questioning witnesses During a recess Ray greeted juror John Feck in the courthouse corridor extending a hand and saying Hello John Feck replied Hello George The bailiff then took the juror away amid the ongoing trial.

Shelbyville Ind Ray John Feck Court House Corrdor Ray Eld John

Senate Postoffice Robbed for Stamps and Coins

The senate postoffice was robbed sometime Sunday of 61 cents in stamps and about 31 dollars in pennies and nickels from the cash box. The thief gained entry using a stick to open the door.

Senate

Notorious Farm Fight Sparks Bond Debate

In Montpelier Indiana on February 6 Jack Grinder grabbed Uncle John Dangerfield's whiskers and bleated like a goat. John retaliated with a pocketknife near Jack's throat. Dangerfield may die. Uncle John remains jailed under a $300 bond.

Montpelier Ind Jack Grinder John Dangerfield John Jack

Lumber magnate Ira Kinney dies suddenly in Butler

Butler Indiana February six prominent northern Indiana lumber man Ira Kinney dropped dead at his residence Tuesday morning from heart disease.

Butler, Ind Ira Kinney Indiana

Maurice Thompson Weakening Amid Grip Complications

Crawfordsville Ind February reports Maurice Thompson growing weaker as grip complications become more acute, with officials fearing the worst may be near.

Crawfordsville, Ind Maurice Thompson

Fire destroys Blackford town in Indiana dispatches

Dispatches from Blackford indicate the town was destroyed by fire late Tuesday night, with reports coming from Evansville, Indiana dated February 6.

Evansville Ind Blackford Here

Indiana Inklings and Local Happenings Across Indiana

Richmond man Jacob Sheffer dies at 87 and Nellie Sarchet, 4, burned to death in Brazil. A new bank opens in Lafayette and ice cutting halts as over 1,000 men idle in Lake County. Connersville Odd-fellows lay corner stone for new temple. Prominent Greencastle businessman A. O. White dies suddenly. Thomas B. Crawford, 69, longtime Monon Railroad employee, dies in New Albany. Captain W. B. Carter, longtime pilot between Louisville and New Orleans, passes at Jeffersonville. Goshen and Warsaw gain an electric line to reach Wabash County. Crawfordsville and Indianapolis electric-line franchise granted. Ex-Country treasurer J. Marsha Wilson of Shelby County ill in Michigan City prison. Walter Admis, 12, Warrick County, shoots himself while hunting. Robinson Circus sets winter quarters at Nabb with $10,400 buildings. Sugar camp owners fear unseasonable weather. maple molasses may be scarce. Wayne township votes against $100,000 Wabash railroad subsidy. Frankfort trustee notes rising poverty. Clinton county vote-sellers trial set. many indicted men reportedly disappeared. Groundhog dispute sparks talk as to what was seen. Electric railroad planned between Spencer and Patricksburg. Patricksburg coal found but not mined due to no rail. William Christy pleads guilty to shooting Abraham Straley and gets 2 to 11 years, bonds posted then captured in Arkansas return. Kokomo death of Minnie Bassett investigated. death likely from fall on stairs. In Montpelier, John Grinder and companions teased an elderly man, who retaliated with a blow that lacerated his throat. Grinder may die.

J. Marsha Wilson Shelby County Michigan City Walter Admis Warrick County Robinson Circus Nabb Clark County

The Hustling Lobbyists Dish Up By The Clock And Gavel

A dialogue in the Indiana House depicts a crowded lobbyist scene with figures like Statesman Kealing Kercheval Wingate and Hubbard Pritchard as well as clerks, railroad interests, and temperance groups. The Clock and the Gavel spar over influence on legislation and the reach of lobbyists in a session.

Nash Prepares to Send Troops in Cincinnati Conflict

Gov. Nash calls a State emergency board meeting for late Wednesday to authorize troop costs if needed. The board previously granted Adjutant-General Geyger a 50000 dollar contingent fund for transport and expenses of troops to Cincinnati.

Columbus, CO Nash State Emergency Board Cincinnati Adjt Geyger

Daly's After Beer Garden Keepers

Judge Daly explains heavy fines for girls in beer gardens and wine rooms aim to separate them from protectors. Imprisonment, he says, hurts pride and deters reoffending, while fines alone let the cycle continue. A witness notes a repeated offender sought time at a rescue mission to avoid days.

Daly

Souvenirs With Drinks At Topeka

Mrs Nation wrecked Senate bar. repairs done and souvenirs sold. John C Nicholson arrives to defend her. he proposes a bill asserting that damaged property used in illegal business provides a defense.

Ton

Second session opens in fight injunction suit in Cincinnati

The second session of the fight injunction suit opened in Cincinnati on Wednesday with Fenton Lawson testifying again. Rev. Warren G. Partridge joined the group of ministers listening as Gus Ruhlin and Billy Madden were again present early.

Cincinnati Fenton Lawson Warren G. Partridge Gus Ruhlin Billy Madden

Nellie Halts Large Akron Cereal Stock Merger

Mrs. Nellie E. How er, a small stockholder in the American cereal company, blocked a major Ohio combination to boost capital from 3.5 million to 33 million and gain control of 9 percent of cereal firms. She filed an injunction alleging a plan to freeze out small shareholders, with a 30 day injunction issued and then made permanent on her motion after ongoing continuances.

Akron, O Nellie E. Hower American Cereal Company Ohio

Nation suit for disturbing the peace dismissed in Topeka

Topeka Kansas February six. The case against Mrs Carrie Nation for disturbing the peace was dismissed on Monday. Nation demands a trial and threatens to sue the city for false imprisonment if she does not get a trial. Many business men support her as the city nears a practical dry status by Wednesday.

Topeka Kas Carrie Nation

Nation Threat Aimed at Chicago Saloons

Chicago February 6 Federal law moves to counter a planned raid on saloons by Mrs Carrie Nation After warning cards were mailed to saloonkeepers post office inspector Stuart says the act violates law The district attorney will launch an immediate investigation to identify the sender and prosecutions will follow with no one spared

Chicago Carrie Nation Postoffice Stuart

Shoot Em Cleveland Vaccination Controversy Debate

Dr J P MacLean president of the Cleveland anti vaccination society urged members to resist forcible vaccination saying no one has the right to break into a house to vaccinate. Legal adviser J Pomere questioned state board authority on general vaccination while MacLean defended the house as a man's castle.

Cleveland, O J. P. MacLean Cleveland Antivaccination Society J. Pomere State Board MacLean

Old Fire Rekindled Love Sparks Columbus Wedding

In Columbus on a February night two elderly lovers reunite after 36 years apart. Benj R Val entine of Cumberland Maryland and Amanda Henry of Columbus marry here after both previously remarried and outlived their spouses. Their chance meeting in Pittsburg last July revived a long dormant romance.

Columbus, O G—Benj, R. Valentine Cumberland Amanda Henry Columbus Pittsburg

Residents Bear Fight in Madison on Hind Legs

A fragmented note from Indianapolis describes a curious scene involving Madison residents on their hind legs and a noisy altercation near a brene company crane. The report is sparse and lacks clear details or official names.

Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Claim Digestive Power

An ad touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a pleasant remedy for dyspepsia indigestion and stomach troubles. It claims one grain of the active principle digests 3000 grains of raw food and positions the tablets as a pure digestive aid rather than a laxative or tonic.

Stuart Iit Pilig Btuart

Burdock Blood Bitters Aids Digestion and Stomach Tone

Claims the Dyspepsia cure Burdock Blood Bitters relieve indigestion promptly and permanently. Advertises gastric regulation and toning effects for the stomach, presenting a medical tonic for digestive discomfort.

An Old Nurse for Children Advertises Soothing Syrup

An 19th century advert promotes Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething children. It claims to soothe, soften gums, relieve all pain, cure wind colic, and treat diarrhoea, priced at twenty five cents a bottle.

Indiana Dental College Clinic Notice

Indiana Dental College advertises patient hours from 8 a m to 5 p m for all kinds of dental work with fees set to cover cost only. S. W. Cor Delaware and Chiosis serves as the corner location for the facility.

Southern Pacific low rate colonist tickets to California

From February 12 and every Tuesday through April 30 special low rate colonist tickets will be sold on Southern Pacific Ogden and Sunset routes to California. From Chicago $30. from St Louis, Memphis and New Orleans $27.50. from Omaha, Kansas City $25, with corresponding low rates from other east and north points. For details contact W G Neimyer in Chicago or W H Connor in Cincinnati.

Southern Pacific Company Ogden California Chicago St. Louis Memphis New Orleans Omaha Kansas City W. G. Neimyer B. P. Co Clark St W. H. Connor Chamber ‘Commerce Bldg Cincinnati

Business Office. RE and 126 Be Ohio It

A fragmentary item notes a business office reference with a street or address element involving 126 Be Ohio It. The readable text is sparse, providing limited context about the office or its function. No clear persons organizations or events are identified.

Reand Ohio-It

Lockjaw risk after rusty nail accident in Muncie

Mrs Ney Powers may die of lockjaw after striking her hand on a rusty nail near Muncie Indiana. Henry Keesling, farmer two miles west of here, will sue for 10000 dollars in the federal court in Indianapolis against the Muncie pulp company for alleged pollution of Buck creek. Carl Snell, jailed on bicycle theft charges, may go free as the indictment vanished from the courtroom, believed lost or stolen.

Muncie Ind Ney Powers Henry Keesling Here Indianapolis Muncie Pulp Company Buck Creek Carl Snell Snell

Explosion at Baku oil tanks kills many

A petroleum tanks explosion at Baku on the Caspian Sea caused heavy loss of life. Twenty bodies have been recovered and many more are believed trapped in the ruins. The tragedy occurred near St. Petersburg on February 6.

ST. Petersburg Baku Caspian Sea

Sun Editorial Rooms Addressed in Journal Building

The Sun notes its editorial rooms are located in rooms 305 and 307 of the Journal Building with the old phone listed as 626 and the new number as 3411.

SUN the Sun Journal

Youtsey Sentenced for Life in Goebel Killing

Georgetown Ky February 6 Henry E Youtsey was sentenced to life imprisonment for complicity in the Goebel assassination. He proclaimed innocence and claimed the verdict rested on perjury.

Georgetown Henry E. Youtsey Goebel Youtsey Yout Tey

Sudden Batavia Marriage Ends Family Suit

A Batavia dispatch reports the suit by a son against Howard D. Benham to block inheritance was dismissed. The son claimed Benham murdered his mother to gain $23 000 but compromised for a $5 000 bequest plus $%000 to him. Benham remarried in Indianapolis to Agnes Estelle Crummy after eloping from Shelbyville Indiana.

Batavia N. Y Howard D. Benham Benham Mothey Indianapoli Agnes Estelle Crummy Shelbyville Ind

Warning to saloonists lands nationwide notice

A Des Moines card warns Chicago saloon owners to stop selling intoxicants by February 15 under threat from the Carria Nation hatchet home protectors. The card lists Mrs Nation as supreme president and cites an eastern tour by the group threatening action if not complied.

Chicago Howtels Des Moines Carria Nation Hatchet Home Protectors

County Treasurer Koehne in Florida After Family Home Destruction

County official Koehne faces upheaval as his father’s southern style home is destroyed. The incident occurred several days ago, amid surrounding excitement and disruption in the area.

Koehne Florida

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FOR Germany Erald Isle Glasgow London Kaissr Sheer Ness Royal Yacht Hohenzollern Nymphe Niobe Minerva Salines Truth Edward and Edward Burkier Mont Gomery Alabama Miss Nethersole Will Paris Jones Monte Carlo Minneapolis, Minn Leonard Oxford Egypt Italy Wm. Wilkinson Frank Preacher Bishop Weaver Lahr, Bacon & CO J. W. Barlow Blair Eeck George Peck MR. Thompson Jacob Sheffer Richmond Nellie Sarchet Brazil Lafayette Armers’ and Merchants Lake County Connersville Odd-fellows A. O. White Greencastle Thomas B. Crawford New Albany Monon Railroad Company Capt W. B. Carter Jeffersonville Louisville Goshen Warsaw Wabash County Montgomery County Crawfordsville Sims Frankfort Clinton County Tipton Tribune Spencer Patricksburg William Christy Abraham Straley Christy Arkansas Minnie Bassett Kokomo John Grinder Grinder Dangerfield House of Representatives Dom Jim Statesman Peru Ber Joe Kealing Anu Indiana Assembly Kealing Artman Ie House Sam Kercheval John Wingate Charley Barrett Heaven and Earth Charley Indianapolis Southern Railroad Wm. B. Hubbard Pritchard Hubbard Ed Clark State Prohibitionists Doc’ Calen State Liqueur League Gavel Charley Lohman Frank Davidson Chambers, Pickens & Moores Pennsylvania Railroad Daly’s After Beer Garden Keepers OUR Equitable Credit System People’s Outfitting Co.—Coupon Chas. W. Cotton Alabama Line Thomas Cassady Irvington Otis Hastings Prospect C. D. Tressier English Ave Fine Furniture Kings People’s Outfitting Co Washington St Kentucky Ave Carrie Law Yer Nicholson Topeka, Kas Lodge John C. Nicholson New Front Row Nellie Cereal Trust Uncle Sam Home Protectors Dr. MacLean Mandy Ben Madison Are Bre Rane Stranger Than Fiction Indiana Dental College S. W. Cor Delaware and Chiosis E. Wash W. Wash.-st Virginia-ave N. Ala.s Russia Will Case Protectors
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