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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1900
Page
1
Britain issues strict naval instructions to stop contraband goods in South African routes amid Boer War tensions. Reports claim the Hans Wagner carried powder and dynamite. Conan Doyle to join medical corps. France offers aid to convalescent troops. German and Boer diplomacy and military moves are noted along with a Modder river rail extension for flanking the Boers.
At Colesberg in Cape Colony British artillery began shelling at dawn and soon fought a broad engagement to the west of town as infantry and additional artillery arrived to reinforce the assault.
Berlin dispatch notes a rumor that a German steamer was seized by British consul at Naples, but no notification was received by the German government. The Kanzler had arrived at Naples and was unloading material possibly contraband, but the report of seizure is likely garbled.
Berlin reports negotiations with the United States underway for joint diplomatic measures against England over recent seizures of German and American ships and cargoes at Delagoa Bay, signaling a potential transatlantic response.
A Aden dispatch reports the German imperial steamer General, detained on suspicion of contraband, has been released. Also, the German warship vendor reached Durban as prize court proceedings begin next week. Locals aboard the Bundegrath remain detained. violence minimal amid tensions.
A London dispatch dated January 6 summarizes the December 25 sortie by Col. Baden-Powell against Boer forts near Pretoria. The British assault failed with 109 casualties, while the dispatch describes the operation as gallant despite the setback.
New York Jan 6 Wall Street reports the Lake Shore railway has gained control of the Lake Erie and Western with completion expected within a week The Vanderbilts now own large stakes and the Lake Shore will appoint the president of the pur chased road to head the newly acquired property This marks a major shift in railroad ownership and leadership in early 20th century finance.
The Committee on Elections argues Roberts is a member but cannot remain. A two thirds vote in the House is needed to expel him, with a likely tally to retire the celebrated polygamist to private life.
Senator Beveridge of Indiana plans a speech next Tuesday defending retention of the Philippine islands. He will cite island resources, commercial importance, and his personal findings, and outline a government plan. Senator Pettigrew counters, urging probes into policy and intends to speak on the question soon.
The L. E. and W. market transfer signals Vanderbilt dominance after Calvin S. Brice’s death. Vanderbilt ownership of the Big Four grows, with Wm. H. Newman slated to lead L B E W. Case indicates Chesapeake and Ohio stays independent while a Vanderbilt-Pennsylvania syndicate bids for C. & O. stock, hinting at broader policy control and possible New York Central integration.
The ace of the Union county bank at Rahway suspended Saturday morning after a depositor run. A deputy banking official says no reason to doubt depositors will be paid in full once investments are realized. Rumors sparked the run amid mystery over the bank examiner's presence and the arrest in New York of bank president Savage.
The French squadron in the Atlantic has orders to sail to Santo Domingo after Dominicans insulted French officials. The dispute stems from a 280,000 franc debt claimed by French families of citizens killed on the island, with monthly payments halted after President Heureaux was assassinated.
A man described as employed by 8. P. Hamilton was arrested after a post office discovered an obscene publication in the mail. A preliminary hearing before U.S. commissioner W. F. Herod followed. The envelope bore a recipient named Miss Kate Tingle and linked to Samilton.
County experts face stoppage of work after Jan 15 without a new appropriation. They will continue work until the council meeting despite risking two weeks of pay. In addition to paying the experts, about $20,000 will be allotted to cover outstanding warrants.
Ben Gentile, a rag picker, stole a few cents worth of junk iron from the street car company. On Saturday Judge Daly fined him $25 and sentenced him to 90 days in the workhouse.
G. C. Pratt Lumber and Coal Co advertises prompt delivery from 1400 Senate Avenue North with both phones listed for contact and service.
An ad offers Brazilian Balm as a cure for cold and croup with samples available at the Grand Hotel Cafe. It lists meals at 25 cents.
General-counsel John B. Cockrum of the L. E. & W. discusses a circulating stock deal rumor. He suggests it could not mean the Lake Shore is bought by Vanderbilt lines and doubts an alliance with other lines. any effect would be stock held by other parties and not a change in operations.
The high school senate discussed a bill for direct popular election of US senators. After a second reading the bill was laid on the table. Juniors led the debate, while seniors lagged. A reconsideration motion failed amid interruptions by some members. A boxing bill also received first reading.
Judge Alien on Saturday overruled demurrers to petitions in Premier steel works receivership. He held a mortgage issued June 22 1892 to Henry E Southwell securing 500000 in bonds as senior to other creditor claims. Bonds were not recorded after receivership.
In Lawrence township Marion county farmers protest a county order for a special election on a 35000 subsidy for the Indianapolis and Fort Wayne Railroad. They claim the vote will pass against them five to one, fear township costs of 300 or 3400, and allege 25 taxpayer names were secretly gathered to trigger the poll. The protest argues the move violates law requiring road routes and station sites be specified. The election is set for next Tuesday.
The Sun’s want ads in the miscel laneous section show a wide range of items for sale. Readers are advised to scan all page headings for available wares and services to satisfy specific desires or fancies.
Manila reports a clash as Captain Leonhauser and Lieuts Enoch and Bates with the 25th Infantry reconnoitering attacked insurgent camps. Insurgents captured soldiers from the Ninth and Twelfth, forced them to kneel before a firing squad. two killed and others wounded, with two rescued alive at Mount Arayat near CombManche barracks.
Washington reports the War Department confirmation of a cable saying all American prisoners in northern Luzon were recaptured. Gen Otis notes prisoners en route from Vigan will arrive tonight with Gilmore among them. Rear Admiral Watson confirms Cols Hare and Howze recaptured all American prisoners including Gilmore.
In Laguna de Bay area near Carmona, 39th Infantry led by Captain Long fought 200 insurgents for hours. The Americans counted 25 enemy dead, one wounded, and held the line with casualties slight. Discoveries include tampered shells on the gunboat Laguna de Bay. An insurgent Ca vite press note mentions indemnity by Democrats under Dr. Bryan.
Thirteen soldiers deemed insane from exposure and hardship in the Philippines are sent to a U S hospital in Washington D C via St Louis. Two escaped, one leaping from a car near Moterley Missouri in a nightgown, another at Sacramento California.
Manila dispatches by rail state that the number of insanity cases among American troops exceeds any previous campaigns by any army, possibly surpassed only by British troops in India.
The state case against Indiana window glass factories involved in the trust will be tried in Marion County on a change of venue. The transcript has been sent to Indianapolis for handling before the Marion circuit court.
George King, present with William Freeman during a shooting in Navin’s drug store on West Washington Street, has not been arrested. Freeman says King started the trouble, leading to gunfire that injured Freeman or another man. Kruger notes police have not brought him in.
Charles LeFever by his next friend Daniel L. LeFever filed suit against Wilmer Christian on a Saturday for 2000 dollars. LeFever was driving on East Washington Street and tried to pass James Tutewiler driving a Christian team when a nervous horse kicked him, breaking his arm and causing other injuries.
A runaway mule at the East Market injured two horses fatally and damaged several carriages. Horses belonging to Louis Montgomery and A G Snider were killed after leg injuries. The mule then struck W E Mick’s carriage before ending at the Lemcke building. Political tensions behind the incident stir district race talk.
The Indiana live stock sanitary commission report covers November 1897 to November 1899. It notes 74 county visits in year one and 65 in year two, with 28 horses and 4 cattle killed at a cost of $285, then 1 cattle and 21 horses killed at $210. The commission claims to have saved millions for Hoosier farmers and cites outbreaks of anthrax in southern Indiana. Members list their fees: officers Officer $989, Bolser $1,444.75, Levering $387.40, Hall $739.50, Claypool $812.53.
A boy's screams led to the arrest of Milla Goodnight of 210 Geisendorf street and Wilson Quirk after an alleged assault and battery and disturbing the peace. Officers Bray and Griffin handled the case. both deny guilt. The pair claimed a family dispute involving a nephew and a separated couple sparked the incident.
Judge Allen refused to grant James E. Martz or his wife Katie a divorce. He charged the wife ran a boarding house permitting beer drinking and carousing. Mrs. Martz filed a cross complaint, but the court favored neither side.
Strawmyer & Nilius advertise lap robes blankets and driving gloves with coachman's capes offered at the lowest prices in the city. Monument address appears as a location cue.
Galena Illinois reports the death of Mrs. Johanna Keefe at age 103. She was closely acquainted with General Ulysses S. Grant.
Firemen carried out multiple rescues as flames raged through the scene. Two victims died from burns while a worker named A. was reported to be at work during the incident.
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