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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1900
Page
2
In Greencastle Indiana Henry Marger an escaped prisoner jumped from a northbound Monon express wearing handcuffs and shackles. The note lists other local items from politics to accidents and society events.
In Mesheysville Indiana a special grand jury will convene to investigate the absence of a delinquent tax receipts register covering July 6 1897 to November 18 1899. County Treasurer Lee calls all taxpayers who paid delinquent taxes in that period to bring receipts.
John Morris of Chicago confesses to stealing a horse from William Druley in his employ. He went to Richmond to surrender, appears anxious to break into jail or is demented. Prosecutor Bord doubts Morris’s guilt and Judge nx weighs next steps in the case.
Lebanon Ind January 5 A strong complaint arises over high meat prices. The note suggests shipping hogs east for slaughter in place of cheaper grades would ease the situation. Sausage labeled as containing foreign substances is said to fail when fried in its own grease.
A dog in Zionsville, Indiana, regularly visits saloons each day and drinks alcohol. After the effects set in, the animal wanders home, staggering along the street in a comical display of inebriation.
Albert Lormer of Anderson Indiana, a wealthy real estate owner, died suddenly Friday morning from a heart trouble after being on a spree. He had taken several doses of phenacetine during the night to steady his nerves.
Jeffersonville Ind Jan 3 Mrs Lucy Howard Armstrong died Thursday. Her sister Mrs Martha Howard Baird of Louisville fainted kneeling at the bier and died a short time after from paralysis of the brain. The two sisters were greatly devoted to each other.
Loganport reports Bert Coote's company dissolved Thursday night after performing A Battle Scarred Hero to a small audience. Coote cites bad business and claims the play’s title hoodoo as the reason.
Wes ley Harless, owner of hundreds of acres and a leading local farmer, served 15 days in jail rather than pay a nominal fine imposed by a justice of the peace for provoking a neighbor. Harless calls the fine unjust.
A mixed bag of items reports a new coal field east of Terre Haute and stores closing early in Huntington until March 1. Evansville boosts Lawton fund via the recruiting office while Kokomo notes a town visit rumor. A farmer near Union City was struck by a train and may die. a Portland hotel burned. a county essay contest for farmers is planned with three top readings. A union traction company buys land near Fortville for a park and Blackford County houses news of cheap land leases. George Laughlin killed by falling timber near Spencer. Kokomo forms telescope buckle company. Logansport man promotes indigo medicine.
The council committee on public property and improvements will hear pros and cons of annexing Irvington and the intervening territory. Tuesday night petitioners speak. Friday night opponents present their case. Mrs. A. D. Streight opposes. supporters include T. S. Crutcher, W. E. Bryant, C. O. Dunn, J. B. Montague. C. M. Cross says a petition with a majority can be presented.
Grand jury indicts Col. J. H. Wharlen and Charles Ryan over alleged bribery attempt involving Senator Harrell. A safety deposit box presented as evidence contained four thousand dollars and five hundred dollars in bills. Democrats drew ten of eleven joint committees for contests. Haswell accuses Clerk Leigh of ballot manipulation. senator vote due next Tuesday.
The steamer Ibex struck a sunken rock near Guernsey and sank in ten minutes. Boats were launched quickly, discipline remained perfect, and all passengers were saved except one crew member who drowned.
A bankrupt assignee sells Samuel J. Kearns & Co. stock moved to 33 South Meridian Indianapolis. The $198,000 inventory of tailor made clothing and furnishings will be sold retail at 27 percent less than cost over ten days beginning January 1. Discounts listed include overcoats from $1.98 to $12.85 and suits from $2.23 to $9.85 with refunds and exchanges offered.
Washington reports a sharp rise in US exports to Cuba Puerto Rico Hawaii and the Philippines in 1859 totaling over 49 million dollars, up from under 20 million the previous year. The treasury bureau notes ongoing conflicts and expects further gains once normal conditions return.
In Columbus Ohio bondsmen admit two days ago they covered another 10000 shortage in the accounts of missing sheriff W. J. Young. Since Sheriff Pearce took office and Young disappeared a 10000 court fund placed for interest is missing. Florence Burgett, rumored fiancée seeking 20000 damages, visited Young before he fled and aims to marry him amid domestic woes.
The state of Tennessee prosecutes Julia Morrison James for the murder of Frank Lidenheimer, stage manager of Mr Plaster of Paris, on September 23, 1899, at the opera house. The trial in circuit court began with Mrs. James calm and cooperative, with about 20 witnesses expected. The defense presented two sworn witnesses, supported by many depositions.
Lena Huber, former wife of Jos Huber, obtained a divorce from Judge Pfleger and $2,100 alimony. An envelope with a $50 note and holiday greeting from Jos Huber was sent to the judge. Pfleger and Prosecutor Darby viewed it as bad form but not a crime. Huber claimed no wrongdoing.
Prof Schenck a leading embryologist in Europe has been censured by the University of Vienna faculty. He was advised by the government to resign as president of the embryological institute and has taken a long leave of absence with permission to retire on pension. His colleagues object to his sensational method of publishing discoveries on the secret of sex.
Roger M Andrews of Milwaukee opens convention committee HQs to win the 1900 Democratic National Convention. He says over 200 Milwaukee citizens will attend the national committee meeting and a $1000300 fund backs the bid with plans to use the exposition building to seat 15400 spectators plus delegates. New York leaders favor Milwaukee.
Dynamite damaged two street cars in Springfield on Thursday night as strike sympathizers attacked lines. Cars were blown off tracks, wheels broken, windows shattered, but no passengers were injured. Incidents occurred in areas hostile to strikers who opposed the street car company.
The steamer Topeka reports five more deaths in Alaska two men were found frozen stiff on White pass one man had an $8000 check around his neck D R Richter of San Francisco was found frozen in his cabin near White pass William Somerville frozen near the pass by mounted police Andrew Andochintz killed by a stone during a blast
Paterson New Jersey on January 5 reports the machinists union calling a general strike with journeymen leaving principal shops. Locomotive works remain unaffected for now but may quit soon as most workers are unionized. The stoppage seeks a ten percent wage increase and threatens to halt iron steel brass and machinery sectors causing widespread idle time for hundreds of artisans.
The Juanita blacksmith shops of the Pennsylvania railroad in Altoona were destroyed by fire Friday morning. The $125,000 building was occupied by sixty workers when the blaze began and spread rapidly. The roof collapsed as the last man escaped. The fire is believed to have started from electric wires, and several hundred men were left unemployed.
The Y. M. C. A. basketball team will be on pins until the big Yale game Friday night. Yale arrived Thursday and will stay at the Grand hotel. A large Yale rooting crowd is expected in Tomlinson hall when the game is called, and Yale players say they were fairly beaten by Fond du Lac.
Mrs. Mary Warfield Clay, who years ago secured a divorce from Gen. Cassius M. Clay, the sage of Whitehall, is dying at her Lexington home as Gen. Clay remains in feeble health.
Rev Dr J L Griffin a nationally known colored evangelist preaching across the United States holds services in Simpson's tabernacle. He claims about 7000 conversions and compares his work to a prize fight with the devil. He writes songs used in services while a special choir is being trained.
Uniontown report details the Brazwell mine disaster where 19 people perished. Investigators say the mine was carelessly managed and the foreman failed to log work results as required. The fire boss warned of heavy gas, but the foreman did not record it.
Cincinnati report on Mrs Mary Fleck of Price Hill shows she died after consuming 70 pills to avoid maternity. The 37 year old mother of ten children died after the coroner's inquest Thursday afternoon.
The Queen Adelaide reports on December 10 and 11 Chinese forces near Wang Chau routed a French party with 3 percent of them killed. The Viceroy of Canton dispatched three gunboats and 1,000 troops to restore order.
Three workers Joseph Middle Ignatz Glasgouk and Frank Sohuck died Friday when a blast furnace collapsed at the Illinois Steel Company plant in Chicago. Investigators report the accident occurred in the morning after safety precautions were in place.
Frank W. Flanner offers $10 for the person who whipped the man who notified him by phone that Pearson Mendenhall's daughter was dead. Flanner reports this caused a fruitless chase about town and says he has been similarly annoyed several times.
Readers are urged to consult The Sun's seventh page liners for guidance. The note emphasizes actionable tips and practical takeaways drawn from the page content.
Washington January 5 doctors who prescribe and sell whisky brandy wine ale or intoxicants to patients must obtain a government liquor dealer license. Internal Revenue Commissioner Wilson said the ruling excludes compounds made by the physician and mixed drinks under prescription are not taxed.
John D. Rockefeller visited his Tarrytown estate on Thursday and handed out $5 gold pieces to the workers. At the railroad depot he gave coins to the depot force including platform hands baggage men telegraph operator and station master.
Births include KK P and Bertha Chapman a girl Wm B and Lillian Lane a girl and L N Howe a boy Joseph and Josie Moore a boy John C and Cora Jackson a girl Elmer E and May Baker a girl Needham and Celia Green a boy Deaths list includes Louisa Gatewood Mame Fester Orpha E Whittaker Infant Steele Margaret Fenwood Charles Hullman Serena Milligan James W Carter Ward H Dean Lorenz A Eschenbach infant mortality and illnesses Marriage Licenses list William M Sowle and Lottie Hall.
Bryan to attend Jackson Day Banquet in Chicago Saturday night. Henry P. Jorgenson of Oak Park NL killed himself after a jilt. Procter & Gamble Ivorydale factory damaged by fire causing about 2000 dollars. Mangie Hooker 25 suffocated in Covington Kentucky when a lamp exploded. Banker Cole of Boston bail set at 50000 and released. F Bianchi Co of New York wholesale milliners assigned with firm valued 200000 to 300000. Harry Nye of Chicago left Annie Degene who had him jailed on counterfeiting charges. DeWitt's Little Early Risers touted as cure for constipation and liver troubles.
Attorney general Taylor sues George H Mecasin Margaret McCaslin and W H Breocastis for possession of a farm claimed by the state after a supreme court ruling. The suit to quiet title against the state was decided against. about 92900 rent.
Union railway officers remove night and day patrols near the station cab area. Denison house launches buses blocking the front but Shafer follows, unable to arrest as vehicles circle and block the street in a game like tag around the posey.
Emma F. Butts files three suits for 2000 dollars each against Sigmond Schoen at 919 Virginia Ave alleging repeated liquor sales to her husband for three years left him unable to work and an habitual drunkard. She cites bonds from 1857 1898 1899 signed by various parties and asserts her ex pressman husband earns nothing. Also notes Chicago stage update about Sol Smith Russell leaving Grand Theatre after A Poor Relation with Keenan.
Mrs Adelaide Cushman Morgan wife of Edward Morgan star of Ben Hur discharged Thursday from Bellevue hospital where she was kept for mental exam. Doctors told her mother she was not in sane. She went home in a cab.
Mme Deroulede and Buffet were sentenced to ten years banishment and escorted to the Belgian frontier. No demonstration occurred as the party left Paris by train Friday.
Roland Reed the actor at St Luke's hospital will undergo another operation in a few days to remove a cancerous growth in his stomach. Surgeons say he has a fair chance to recover. Two million Americans suffer from dyspepsia and Burdock Blood Bitters is suggested as a cure.
Daily business lunch 10 am to 2 pm with ladies lunch on second floor at Ormonds 16 W. Pearkat. Do Not Forget the Old Reliable Union Co operative Laundry. Phone: 1a An Old Nurse for Children Mrs Winstow's Soothing Syrup for teething. Cures wind colic and diarrhoea at twenty five cents a bottle.
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