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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1900
Page
1
In Frankfort, Kentucky, Feb. 1, reports say Gov. Taylor and allies are in secret session over the Goebel election law as a peace agreement is expected. Taylor’s stance remains unclear pending talks with ex Gov Bradley and a possible conference with Senator-elect Blackburn. Beckham’s title is debated as militia is sent home.
In Louisville on February 7, Democrats move to indict Gov Taylor Milton H. Smith president of Louisville and Nashville Basil W. Duke and John H Whallen at Frankfort for conspiracy to incite revolution.
Senator Jolly, elected president pro tem, telegrammed Gov. Taylor from London Kentucky on February 7 stating Republicans do not want any agreement with the other side and are in the right with nothing to concede. Legislators appear inclined to bill any new measure.
Leaders from both parties agree the informal resolution declaring Gebel governor was unlawful yet acknowledge the legislature's power to ratify the act. The assembly is expected to legalize the move, making Beckham's title valid, but a settlement within a day is uncertain. Eight days after Goebel was shot, state business has stalled amid multi thousand dollar litigation.
Judge Yost and Judge Lindsay met with state officials at noon as Republicans forecast that Taylor will sign. They say Taylor's decision follows talks with minor state officials, and party leaders express strong confidence in a forthcoming signature.
In London Kentucky on February 7 the joint caucus of house and senate Republicans was canceled after an inner-circle conference. They decided it would be bad to publicly press Taylor to state his intentions and a member noted the employes would be kept to bluff that the Kentucky legislature continues despite the pullback.
Frankfort Kentucky February reports say over 25 detectives are at work on the Goebel assassination. Officials promise an arrest within a week described as highly sensational.
Fragmentary dispatch from London dated February 1 reports Republicans pressing Marshall to show backbone amid Louisville legislative efforts and taunts from Tay-Joe supporters.
The report suggests an agreement Taylor may sign could fracture Republican talks as Taylor refuses to back down. Jolly’s telegram adds a new phase, presenting a decisive expression that none can doubt. Legislative front signals a nearer solution than many expect.
In Frankfort Kentucky Gov Taylor seeks a conference with Senator-elect Blackburn and ex Gov McCreary amid rumors of a pact giving Blackburn a clear field for the Senate and Taylor staying governor The practice of regular sessions is cited and Democrats doubt any deal would be acceptable The governor says the Goebel election law repeal clause should be clarified and removed from the statute books immediately
Fifteen hundred Kentucky women filled the old Warren memorial church in Louisville on Tuesday afternoon for prayers and resolutions called by Mrs. George C. Avery president of the Louisville emergency club. Leading ministers participated as the city’s women’s clubs united to discuss state affairs.
Speaker Trimble announced the legislature has adjourned to Louisville for a joint session in Frankfort. The plan is to meet in Louisville and then reconvene in Frankfort to finalize business.
In London and Frankfort Kentucky on February 7 lawmakers and a dozen Republican members sent a telegram to Governor Taylor pledging support for a free election and fair count. In Frankfort funeral preparations for Gov. Goebel dominated the day with floral designs and a state viewing of the body.
In Frankport Kentucky on Tuesday night militia members were observed intoxicated marking a first since troops arrived. Residents fear unrest as saloons reopen and tensions rise amid growing unease over military presence.
FRANKFORT Kentucky February 7 Col David Colson the man who killed three men in the lobby of the Capital hotel a few weeks ago remains hospitalized He was in great pain Tuesday and much better on Wednesday While reading news of Goebel funeral in Covington Colten a staunch Republican shed tears
Directors meet at 4 a i on February 13 to decide the Herron museum site. Ernest R. Keith reports funds approaching twelve thousand five hundred dollars for Talbott place, while Fairbank Kissel advocates hold nine thousand dollars ready. The outcome mirrors a stalled race with both sides confident of victory.
The Sun offers a medium for making wants known in its popular liner columns. Readers are urged to glance Page 7 and every issue to discover the force of the liner ads and the Sun’s liner pay program.
Patrolman Johnson saw two men carrying bundles at 5 a m and gave chase after they dropped their loads and fled. A revolver discharge occurred as the suspects escaped. The loot included trousers a dress coat and 21 bolts of goods valued around $200 stolen from a Greencastle tailor shop, with police alerted early Wednesday.
Judge Carter sustains the officers demurrer to the city’s answer in their suit to reinstate them. He holds removal from the police force must be for a cause that affects efficiency, not character, and that due process requires notice and a hearing before dismissal. The decision emphasizes charter aims to exclude politics from removals and requires hearing when removal is not for cause.
Fireman Tom Smith of hose company 16, dismissed for inefficiency, has been placed on the pension list after Wednesday's statement by Chairman Roth that he was retired on pension and served 26 years. The pension law allows retirement after 25 years, prompting protest from ward 2 citizens when he was discharged just short of 26 years.
Mgr August Bessonies will celebrate his sixtieth year as Priest with diamond jubilee services at St John’s Church in Indianapolis on February 22. The event, expected to be a quiet affair, will likely involve Indianapolis clergy. A dinner will follow at St John’s parish residence.
City faces potential mandate as the discharged officers’ suit proceeds. City attorney Kern could not predict next steps if the city declines further defense, while Board of Safety chairman Roth says the ruling lets the department retake public charges. Supt. Quisiey will file formal charges and trials follow.
Richard P. Herrick former Bertillon clerk at the police station and current local newspaper reporter took the civil service exam Tuesday and Wednesday for the Bertillon clerk job at Leavenworth penitentiary Kaw. Experience counts 40 points. Herrick rapid in the exam and credited with advancing Indianapolis Bertillon system. He resigned after news of a safety board inquiry into his political involvement. The Leavenworth post pays $100 a month.
Butler College held Founders Day in a full chapel with a playful dispute over seats among students before the program. Miss Louis performed, Dr Benton gave the invocation, and Dr Philpott led devotional exercises. Dr W D MacCinisck of the University of Chicago spoke on the college and the inner life, warning of three dangers to students and advocating a "tithe" of society's waste for universal college access. Seniors later staged a farce titled The First Time.
In Atlanta Judge J H Lumpkin ruled that a claimant alive in Texas who learned of his father’s death and estate division only later is presumed dead to the world. The court noted the statute of relations unlikely waits for such a long absence, citing Rip Van Winkle and Enoch Anson's wife. The claimant returned in 1896 but filed suit in 1893.
Frank Donnelly, a saloon keeper, was fined 10 dollars and costs totaling 22 dollars in police court on Wednesday for selling liquor on Sunday. He pleaded guilty on Monday and asked Judge Daly for a chance to plead not guilty after learning the cost, now facing the fine, costs, and attorney's fee.
Sergeant Warren Hart of the police department was involved in a street incident described as a board and car event at Tiwots. The report notes Hart’s rank and affiliation with the force in a terse local notice.
Perry Worley was arrested Tuesday after fleeing to raise funds to pay a fine. He claimed he did not intend to run, explaining he boarded a train away from Indianapolis to Knightstown to change cars toward Greenfield, but missed stops and ended up in Richmond, delaying his return.
Joseph Apert allegedly robbed a man of 275 dollars after being taken back to Eaton Ohio with Lafe Smith a blacksmith and two minor women. He waived examination in police court on Wednesday and proceeded to the grand jury.
Congressman Landis said he will not run for governor as he heads back to Washington. The remark was made Wednesday and confirms he will seek no governor post.
A list shows Lafayette based EBacock milling and mining company with capital stock of 200000 dollars American laundry and divare company in Terre Haute with capital stock of 10000 dollars Manticelts lumber and coal company capital stock 20 dollars each mentioned in the notice.
Reports from Sterestroom and London describe coordinated Boer attacks on British outposts while strategists assess movements toward a major invasion of the two republics. Buller remains silent, signaling plans tied to advancing with Roberts and Methuen in hoped for joint offensives, as Kitchener coordinates front readying.
A Cape Town dispatch quotes a refugee saying Dr. Leyds told the Boers he is sure of European intervention when the British begin their invasion. The report notes the stance amid ongoing hostilities and looming Allied operations.
Cape Town report says General Lori Roberts and staff departed for the front on Wednesday, moving from base to advance preparations for frontline operations.
In the House of Commons on Wednesday February 7, John Redmond spoke for the United Irish Party urging that the time has come to end the war debate and seek closure in policy and action. The motion framed a push for a definitive halt to prolonged wartime discussions.
Forecast for the 36 hours ending 8 p m on February 8 indicates cloudy skies with occasional rain tonight. Wednesday night may bring snow flurries and a cold front. Thursday will feature a cold wave with temperatures around 46 at 7 p m and around 53 at 2 p m.
Forecaster Wappenhans warns of a sharp cold wave reaching Indianapolis Thursday night after a bitter 32 below reading in British Columbia. Chicago dispatch says Thursday likely the coldest day of winter with temperatures below zero and strong winds. The cold air is sweeping down on the middle states with North Dakota reported at 20 below zero Wednesday.
Ora and John Jordan and P Leach faced police court Wednesday on charges of playing in Bosdorfer's crap game in Delawarest. The Jordans had sued the Keeper of the house to recover money lost. Mayor Taggart, Charles Roth and Superintendent Quigley testified as witnesses. The house was raided shortly after ward and the gang fined. It is said arrests followed due to friends of previously fined fellows.
Francis Combs of Terre Haute states he will sue to recover a residence reportedly transferred to Henry Lamping who was recently fined for revenue law violations in cigars sold at Irvington. Combs says Lamping agreed to supply 55,750 cigars but failed to deliver, leaving Combs unable to obtain the ears.
Dispatches from London and Pretoria report Gen Beller crossed Tugela on Monday with forces of the war office not yet informed of the result. South African Republic resistance is described. Irish figures comment on the war’s conduct. Campbell counters claims of pro war sentiment in Ireland.
Washington officials weigh a statement on Hague peace treaty and friendly intervention amid U S reluctance to ratify. Lawmakers seek a bridge to express pro Boer sentiment without angering Spain war allies, wary delay could threaten the proposed offer of friendly intervention.
Report says Pat Ready, aged 60, died from poisoning after beetles were placed in carbolic acid in a two room shack. Witnesses claim no one else could identify who did it. A physician notes uncertainty about how the poison entered. The acid purchase is dated Tuesday afternoon.
John P Bruner of Rensselaer, a merchant, is identified in a bankruptcy filing. The short, incomplete text notes his status and mentions related financial concerns without detailing further names or dates.
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