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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1900

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British Forces Open Invasion Route To Orange Free State

London reports Gen Roberts move toward the Orange Free State with Gen French advancing along the Boer left. French seized Modder drift and pushed 20 miles in six hours, signaling energy in the new campaign. Sixth and Seventh divisions follow French, with experts debating Cronje’s retreat lines and Roberts flanking aims.

Methuen Magersfontein Modder Cronje Jacobsdal French Bloemfontein Boshof Modder River Kimberley Roberts Col Hannay Ramram F Ramah Orange River Station Free State de Aar

Roaring Band of 700 Students Attends Indianapolis Celebration

A special Pennsylvania train carried 700 medical dental and law students to Butler College Irvington for a February 22 day celebration. The procession will form at 1 p m on Senate Ave and Washington St and march to Tomlinson Hall where President Jenkins and John L Griffiths will speak. Students planned theater attendance despite manager refusals due to noise and potential damage.

Pennsylvania Butter College Irvington University of Indianapolis Senate Ave Washington-sta Tomlinson Hall Jenkins John L Griffiths

County boards clash over building plant profits

The Board of county commissioners and Board of public works debated a city building project to be powered by a county built plant. County attorney Brown ruled the county cannot enter such a contract for profit. An appropriation of 65900 was discussed with extra power needs for lighting. The issue was postponed with a future conference with the city council to decide next steps.

Board of County Commissioners Board of Public Works Brown Kennell

College presidents plan Chicago meeting February 3

Chicago hosts a gathering of college presidents on February 3. Chicago milk dealers vote to stop Sunday milk deliveries. Milwaukee reports it has already cured the national democratic convention.

Chicago Milwaukee

British Boer War Casualties Reported at 10 515

London February 15 British casualties in the Boer war up to Wednesday night total 10 515. Officers killed 153 wounded 380 missing 112. Men killed 1 577 wounded 5 050 missing 2 781. Other fatalities 563.

London

Slaughter of Officers in Rensberg Casualties

An official report from London dated February 15 details losses at Rensberg on February 12. Major Eddy of the South Australians and Lieutenant Powell of the Victorian Rifles, along with seven men, were killed. Colonel Conyngham and Lieutenant Roberts died of wounds, nine officers were severely wounded, and two wounded. Eleven privates of the Victorian Rifles were wounded.

London Rensberg Maj. Eddy Powell Victorian Rifles Col Conyngham Roberts

Little Boy Takes Own Life in Tragic Accident

Henry Brewer twelve year old son of George W. Brewer living at 326 N Priest killed himself with carbolic acid after quarreling with a playmate. His mother Mrs Brewer recounts the sobbing scene as he returned home from school and later drank the fatal draught after seeking permission to tell a friend he would not be out. A doctor said the case hopeless and the tragedy leaves a grieving family and bewildered siblings.

Henry Brewer George W. Brewer N. Priest Ernest Sengle Henry Ada Keen Michigan and Noble Sts Valentines

Taylor Wants to Quit Kentucky in Cribbed Court Fight

Governor Taylor faces a tangled dispute as Cantrell prepares to hear Beckham v Taylor with the issue of supersedeas bonds. Republicans weigh appealing to the Supreme Court while Taylor contemplates resting from Kentucky politics and possibly seeking a foreign mission.

Taylor Is Bankrupt Gallant Kentucky Governor Candidate

Frankfort Kentucky February 15 Republicans report Governor Taylor financially broke with an invalid wife six daughters and a son to support. Once worth twenty thousand dollars he gained thirty five thousand over four years then lost it all amid the election din. Friends aim to raise twenty five thousand by subscription with help from other states and Republican counties.

Frankfort Taylor Butler County Kentucky

Louisville trust funds turned over in bribery case

Louisville, Feb 15. In accord with Judge Fields order the Louisville Trust Company after awaiting 48 hours handed to John H Whalen the 4500 dollars placed in box 559 by Whallen and Senator Harrel as an alleged bribery fund, with no one claiming it.

Louisville, Ky

Baby Burned After Fall From High Chair Onto Stove

Little Roscoe Vasey one year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Casey of 48 N Pine Street fell from his high chair onto a hot stove Wednesday night. His face neck and left hand were severely burned. He was rescued and treated through the night with pain easing by Thursday morning.

Roscoe Vasey Henry Casey N. Pineat Baby

J M Hoskins Dead in Indiana State Politician Mention

Brazil Indiana February 25 1925 Hon A M Hoskins prominent county figure dies after pneumonia. He was known in state politics and public service. The report notes his age as six or possibly older due to OCR errors but confirms his status as a notable local figure at the time.

Brazil Ind

SISTER ROHBOCK SCORES AT ANDERSON MEETING OVER Rathbone feud

In Anderson Indiana on February 15 at a district Knights of Pythias gathering Grand chancellor James McDonald was subjected to sharp remarks by Eva Rohbock of Wabash past grand chief of the Rathbone sisters. The dispute traces to a previous Indianapolis meeting over Rathbone status with the Pythian order. Rohbock accused McDonald of improper introduction and insult, while McDonald and district officials deny the remark. The feud centers on Rathbone sisters seeking recognition as a sisterhood within the Pythians and a name change controversy. The Indiana grand lodge reportedly favors Rathbone recognition and awaits supreme approval.

Rehbeck McDonald Anderson Indianapolis Frank Bowers Rohbeck Pythian Sisters Rethbere Sisters Knights Fythias Pythian Sisterhood Indiana Grand Lodge Rathbone Sisters Supreme

Weather forecast for Indianapolis three hours ending 3 pm

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity calls for much colder, fair weather with a cold wave. Thursday night will be cold and fair, with Friday remaining cold and fair. Temperatures recorded show 7 am at 20, noon at 20, and 2 pm at 20.

Indianapolis

Weatherman Warns Of Incoming Cold Wave Tonight

Chicago dispatch reports a cold wave with temperatures dropping to about ten above Thursday night. Forecaster Wappenhans notes the snap should last only a day and not be severe. North of Wyoming Nebraska and Iowa, zero to 24 below is easing, with Bismarck at 24 below and Boston at 32 above the Atlantic coast. Chicago is two above, Louisville 36 above, Cincinnati 34 above.

Cox Wyoming Nebraska Iowa Bismarck British Columbia

Central Steel to Expand as Premier Plant Enters Larger Era

The Central steel company, the former Premier plant, is preparing to enlarge operations beyond previous capacity. The plant has been temporarily owned and is set to operate at a larger scale, signaling a major expansion for the new concern.

Central Steel Company

Gees Grand Hotel Meals Contain Three Bs

A fragment suggests a feature about the Gees Grand Hotel and a menu or item labeled three Bs. The readable words indicate a hospitality context with a focus on meals. Further specifics are unreadable in the OCR snippet.

Americans Repel Insurgents in Albay Engagement

Advices from Albay southern Luzon report a February 5 clash as 3,000 bolo men attacked Daraga garrison. Fortieth volunteers retreated to a convent as insurgents surrounded the hall where Spaniards and Americans fought all night. Casualties: 71 rebels killed, two Americans dead, five wounded.

Daraga Albay

Insurgents Active as U S Forces Move in Luzon

Washington reports Gen Otis says Bates marched Thursday with two regiments and artillery toward San Miguel Bay Camarines Bury to attack Nueva Caceras from Ati Monen in Tayabas. Insurgents fire on troops along Luzon southeast coast and hold Spanish and few American prisoners near Nueva Caceras. Kobbe holds southeastern Luzon from Tobaco to Donsol and controls Camarines Samar and Leyte. Conditions in the Philippines slowly improve as coastwise shipping resumes. Ladrone activity remains a distraction.

Washington Otis War Department Nueva Caceras Kobhbe Luzon Tobaco Donsol Camaduanes Samar Leyte Philippines

Lawyer Hines R M Johnson Charged With False Pretenses

Lawyer Hines R M Johnson of 627 Huron Street was sent to a grand jury from police court on a charge of obtaining money under false pretenses. He allegedly took $3 from Pearl Ottwell of 113 N Davidson Street by not issuing a policy. Amos P Hines, defending, warned of serious trouble. Mrs Copeland testified she fears testifying.

R. M. Johnson Huron Sr Pearl Ottwell N. Davidson Sr James Copeland Amos P.hines Hines Copeland Johnson Daly

Dr. Allen’s Body Arrives From Chicago to Indianapolis

The body of Dr. H. R. Allen senior arrived in Indianapolis at 4 am from Chicago and was taken to Kregelo’s undertaking establishment. Dr. H. R. Allen Jr. oversaw the arrangements as relatives including W. M. Taylor and Joseph Minturn sought burial in Chicago, with legal steps hinted to retain the body.

H. R. Allen Chicago Indianapoli Kregelo W. M. Taylor Joseph Minturn C. A. Wilson J. B. Brodrick Allen, Jr Col. Baldwin William Coon Sr. Allen, Jr Hin Indianapolis

Dr Leathers Testifies in Rinker Inquiry at Hearing

Proceedings before Commissioners of Safety Roth Hyde and McMiffen continued into the evening as D A Rinker and ex officers Kurtz and Butcher faced questioning. Dr Leathers testified Mayor Taggart urged Rinker’s retention, calling him an efficient officer despite concerns raised about discipline and conduct.

Roth, Hyde McMiffen D. A Rinker

Maguire Defends Police Record as Trial Witness

Former Board of Public Safety president Charles Maguire, testifying as a prosecution witness, offered strong defense of officers Kurtz Rinker and Gunsolus. He noted Kurtz had earlier district removals as common, and said Kurtz ran a tough district with challenges and persistent complaints.

Charles Maguire Board of Public Safety Kurts Rinker Gunsolus Maguire Kurtz

Quigley Under Fire Over Police Board Dispute

Testimony details complaints against Butcher Rinker and Moore about meeting women. Quigley claims he recommended changes to the department after election while Kurtz is described as an innocent officer when not drinking. Officials discuss alleged cliques, slate intentions, and possible firings after the municipal election with various officers questioned.

Quigley Butcher Rinker Moore Taggart Kurtz Tary Park Kurts Charles Mapaixe Maguire Duncan McBy Police Board Capt. Gon Frank Stevenson Duncam Dawson Corrigan Aho Mae Geieley Indiana Tristees” “S Lowe

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