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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1901
Page
3
Madrid reports three attempted demonstrations at Valencia on Thursday night halted by Infantry and cavalry. Crowds in Barcelona and Saragossa were dispersed by threats and police. In Grenada gendarmes retreated behind a wall as mobs resisted. soldiers fired volleys to break up the crowds.
The House approved Neal's two-cent railroad fare bill 62 to 21 with no amendments. The measure requires railroads to sell 500 mile books for $10 usable by any family member. Clarke of Marion county voted for the bill, an endorsement by railroad employees. Opponents fear wage cuts, which Clarke disputes.
John W. Kern ridicules a Thursday report claiming he and Samuel Morss contend for the US Senate and seek to control Indiana's Democratic organization. He states he is not a candidate and argues a Democratic legislature is needed for any Democrat to win.
Albert Taffe denies the Sun published remark that the Rescue Mission is a harbor for tramps and drunks. He says the Lighthouse was meant and reiterates his support for Rev. Wheeler and the mission's work.
The Lentz-Thompson mass contest entered testimony on Friday in Columbus Ohio. Lentz accuses McKinney and local residents of forming a conspiracy to beat him using a one hundred thousand dollar corruption fund after he criticized the administration.
The Columbus high school seniors and juniors, led by Supt. J. A. Carnagey, visited the legislature on Friday. The fashion began at Columbus High in 1895 and has since spread to many other schools, with visits occurring almost daily.
In Scranton Pennsylvania on February 15 1912 Mother Jones famed for miners strike visits the 5000 striking silk mill girls who are seeking a hall to accommodate them for a rally and support.
The Marion club held its annual ball on Thursday night at the German house. The dancing floor was crowded with dancers and many ladies wore handsome gowns. The grand march was led by C. C. Perry and Mrs. Frank Fuiler.
A Thursday night brawl at a dance in Ray County Missouri left a dozen men wounded. In separate items, Thomas R. Jones of Wilkes Barre Pa beat his wife for alleged cold feet and is jailed. Charles I Gates of New York paid a record high 52 dollars for a stock exchange seat.
An 19th century ad copy touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a remedy for teething pain wind colic and diarrhea claiming it soothes gums and is best for children with teething. The text promotes regular use and a bottle as the remedy.
Maurice Thompson author and former state geologist dies in Crawfordsville Indiana after a long illness. He was born September 9 1844 in Fairfield Indiana served in the Confederate army and held political and literary roles including literary editor of the Independent and a contributor to the Atlantic. He leaves a widow and three children and his home stood near General Lew Wallace.
Boston ab 15 Commander in chief Rassieur of the G A R says some congressmen show disloyalty by not dedicating more time to pensions. He warns the head of the organization may report on their actions, reflecting on the highest leaders if a comrade betrays obligations.
Geo Gaughan and companions were delivering valentines when they approached Weaver’s house marked Notary Public and Plain Sewing. Weaver fired from the gate wounding Gaughan who was about 100 feet away, claiming he feared the boys were stealing. Weaver was taken into custody Thursday night by bicycle patrolmen Streit and Losh on charges of shooting with intent to kill.
Martin Hebbls is under arrest in Hazelton near Princeton for the death of J. C. Loomiller. Bloodhounds traced a trail to Hebbls’s home after Loomiller, a wealthy blind farmer, was found hacked to pieces. An insurance story recounts Loomiller’s past policies and a later murder accusation that was dropped after bloodied clothes but little other evidence.
In Muncie Indiana residents threaten to form a marching party to mob Black men after a string of assaults on white women and girls. An ex Spanish soldier Clarence McCoy reportedly confronted a assaulter on a main street, a fight ensued and the suspect fled into an alley.
Mrs. Alta Noel wife of Oscar Neal longtime Goshen society figure disappeared Thursday afternoon. Police and volunteers organized searching parties as excitement runs high and residents fear for her safety.
In Muncie on February 15, Mrs Adeline Lampkin an elderly Black woman received a pension increase from eight to twelve dollars monthly after the death of her son William Lampkin. The government will pay only the son’s death claim, described as a unique record where one person earns two pensions.
Fred Richardson from Fairmount West Virginia married Miss Fannie Capper in Muncie Indiana. After the ceremony they will depart for Fairmount to reside and surprise the bride’s parents who do not yet know of the nuptials.
In Muncie Indiana on February 15 the jury found Charles and Joseph Keating not guilty in the trial over the death of their brother in law Allen Ribenson aged 27. Physicians testified the cause of death was apoplexy.
Madison deaths include Mrs Susan Lovelle and Maj Thomas Graham with prominent civic ties. Fire destroys Tailholt’s only store, to be rebuilt. Brazil youths Virtually clash as 14 year old Valentine Cooper injures 13 year old Willie Hobach and Patrick Gatings shoots John Friel claiming self defense. A Clinton County woman nearly fatally burned by a boiling vessel bursts. Mrs Ira Langford’s will be valued around 50000 with about 32000 in charitable bequests. Bengal pupils stage poverty socials and a pauper costume prize. A 5 month old in Mulberry smothered while wrapped for a sleigh ride. Elkhart man John Moore, 80, accused after depositing bogus money. Portland Cement Co relocation plans target Milltown and Merango. Bloomingdale residents report tramps and a woodpile guarding the edge of town.
Bertha seeks divorce from Guy T Storms and $25 a month for two children. Clyde Wynegar bound over to grand jury for allegedly taking $120 from Mr Harris. John Hagerty and Thos Morley held on $2,500 bonds each after a hold up case sent to grand jury. Harry Campbell injured crossing street near 318 West Michigan Street by street car 261. Emma McCullough admitted to hospital with fever after a fall and may be insane. commission to be held. Neal Campbell reports saloon fight and wound disposal by Dr McGaughey. Chas Moore and Louis Woods, both colored, involved in a court case referenced.
Jessie Orahood claims four years of epileptic fits vanished after using Wheeler's Nerve Vitalizer. Local firm H. T. Gooley & Bro endorse the remedy and assert reliable cures when others fail. Advertisement lists paraly sis nervous prostration heart disease and other nervous diseases as treatable and offers $1 per bottle or six for $5 with Albion Michigan distributor J W Brant Co Ltd.
A vintage advertisement from Court House Cut Price Grocery touts wholesale prices on sugar coffee tea hams laundry soap and more. It lists per unit prices and multiple store branches including 304 Ex Wash Ave 444 W Wash Branch 338 340 Virginia Ave and 5 7 9 11 N Ala St with telephone numbers for wholesale and branches.
Reports detail quail losses due to sleet and grain shortages. A Fort Wayne hotel death is ruled natural. Chauncey Dukes breaks a foot while playing with a revolver. Robert Futrell pleads guilty to first degree murder. Burglar alarms rise in Marion as gun sales surge. A Laporte woman hides savings, a fire scorches money, and a Fort Wayne railroad plot ends with losses.
Washington reports that the capital is bracing for the inauguration as visitors arrive. Hotels and boarding houses claim capacity to host about 300000 people with rents rising. Porto Rico native troops arriving are welcomed and preparations for the pension office dining hall proceed, seating 1000 per can.
Mrs. Mary Mitchell aged 56 wife of James E. Mitchell died Thursday at 11 p m at the family residence 709 East Thirteenth Street after a long illness She leaves a husband two sons and a daughter She was a devoted member of Central Avenue M E Church The body will be taken to Columbus Indiana for burial.
Grace Billger aged 16 sues Levy Bros printers claiming a press mash injured her finger and shocked her nerves. The complaint cites severe damage and seeks monetary damages.
A historic day with the Nevada senate voting down the lottery proposal as street unrest grows in several cities. Wu? Victims include poet Marshall S. Pike dead in Upton Mass and Mrs Mary Wood aged 103 burned in Philadelphia while trying to light a pipe.
A classic health ad touts removing humors as the key to relief and recommends Hood’s Sarsaparilla as the medicine to take. The copy emphasizes quick action and traditional humoral theory.
Births list new babies with parents and addresses across multiple homes. Deaths report ages, residences, and causes such as arteriosclerosis tuberculosis influenza peritonitis meningitis and other ailments. Funeral pairings include listed spouses in several marriage entries.
Irez Reger on Barth avenue adds a $150 improvement. Ida B Schooly near New York street repairs near Walter street on a frame house valued at $2,000. R H McCrea at 322 S Davidson street frame house $2,100. R H McCrear 222 S Davidson street frame house $2,563. Charles Stanley on Oliver avenue between Oliver and McCarty $1,000. Horace H Elstum 1010 Newman street frame house repairs $60. Eliza Moesch Twenty eighth street frame house $31,000. Charles Sayler 1118 Bates street repairs $100. William Maisell corner Chesapeake and Delaware streets brick storeroom $657. Mrs A L Mason Court street between West and California streets brick nat $5,048.
A collapsed, unreadable clipping notes a death by hanging with terse, partial details. The fragment references an individual and a possible place but lacks full names or dates. Further readable context is required for a precise, connected summary.
Senator Joss introduced a new primary election bill in the senate under suspension of the rules. The measure, arising from Minturn’s talks, requires three days before precinct committeemen elections for party chairmen to publish notices in a daily paper. Voters must be qualified, affiants, and committeemen decide if nominees come from a general primary or a delegate convention.
The valentine mail on Thursday set a record as post office authorities reported the heaviest mail ever seen. South-side deliveries were heavier, due to more children and fewer commercial valentines. North-side tokens were often flowers. Carriers worked overtime, and more staff were needed.
A fragmented notice touts a remedy claim for coughs and colds while cautioning against attending church or public meetings to avoid disturbing audiences. The text is garbled but centers on a marketed cure and advised behavior in public gatherings.
A circuit court case centers on Leonard Hinkle a soap manufacturer who died leaving his will to his wife except $5 to his daughter and a disputed lot. The daughter sues to set aside the will alleging fraud and bigamy with a July 1999 marriage to another woman. The son True man is named a defendant. the case dismissed after a improper subpoena of the boy and later compromised for $75 with costs split.
The Pulaski county treasurers Office in Radford Virginia was robbed around 4 a m on Friday Approximately 2000 to 3000 dollars were taken Poison was first given to the county blood hounds before the theft was carried out
The Board of works approved payrolls for Friday including Bridge gang 96.30, street repair gang 8.60, sewer gang 219.32. A petition to vacate the alley south of Thirteenth Street from Cornell to Garfield was received. Final action favored a main sewer into Elder Avenue from Washington to Mes Cormick Street.
New York reports Baroness Von Ketteler sails on Thursday in response to an invitation from Emperor William I. The German ambassador was killed in P. The widow and kin undertake the voyage back to Germany.
Springfield plans to ask Andrew Carnegie for a 100000 building. the city will request a Lincoln library gift of 8100,000 from Carnegie. The Illinois capital aims to establish a new public library funded by the magnate.
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