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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 11, 1900

Page

2

Lodge Substitute and Pettigrew Resolution Debate in Senate

In Washington on January 11 the Senate debated Lodge’s substitute for the Pettigrew resolution regarding information on Philippine military operations. Lodge sought broader inquiry into conspiracies, anti expansion groups and Aguinaldo’s influence, while Pettigrew pressed for a direct vote on his resolution and charged concealment by administration allies.

Washington Senate Lodge Pettigrew Hoar Philippines Porrey Otis Aguinaldo United United States Anti-imperialist League

Indications on Hale Resolution Seizure of Flour in Delagoa Bay

Washington dispatch reports that Hale's resolution on the seizure of American flour in Delagoa Bay by Britain may go to the foreign relations committee. Senator Jones of Arkansas says Democrats will not object and faults Republican entanglements. Senator Daniel warns public discussion is shrinking to whispers to avoid provoking European powers. Elkins hints the resolution should be stifled and left to the president and secretary of state.

Pettigrew Aguinaldo Ouis William McKinley Washington Jan Hale Delagoa Bay Jones Arkansas Daniel United States Elkins

Bitter Indiana party feuds flare over Marion County politics

A scrambled report maps rising tensions among Democrats and Republicans in Indiana as factions accuse Marion County and Indianapolis of hogging power. It notes Taggart's involvement in elections, hints at staged plays for state offices, and mentions Griffin, Landis, Cheadle, and Stevenson amid calls for investigations and reform.

Tom Taggart Teeman Marion County Indianapolis U.0 Taggart Nappine

Soldier Jos Leach Faces Federal Murder Trial at Fort Riley

The private in the U S Army, Jos Leach, stands trial in federal court for the Nov 97 killing of Sergt Thomas Ennell on the Fort Riley reservation. The case draws unusual interest due to federal jurisdiction and potential for a death penalty discussion in Kansas. Witnesses travel from Alaska, the Philippines, Cuba, and Puerto Rico as Leach’s Baltimore origins are noted and his parents attend.

Topeka Kas Jos. Leach United States Army Sergt Thomas Ennell Fort Riley Novatchih Kansas Leach Alaska Philippines Cuba Puerto Rico Baltiamore Bis

Lee A Hervey Captured After Noted Career In Military Fraud

Lee A Hervey, a former army lieutenant, was arrested in Newark New Jersey for desertion and failing to support his wife. His career in Cincinnati Fort Thomas and connections with wealthy families drew attention, including a wartime shooting incident and an attempted cashing of a forged express order. Authorities investigated and determined no War Department records confirmed his name.

Maj. Hall War Department Thames

Desperate Gunfight Near Pound Gap Ends in Deaths

In Whitespace Kentucky a one hour gun battle at a blind tiger left Tate Hall and Henry Leap dead and Sutherland and Campbell mortally wounded. Arch Leap and Henry Sutherland were also badly wounded. Campbell died later and Sutherland died the next day. The brawl began over a card game and no arrests were reported.

Whitesburg Pound Gap John Tate Hall Arch Henry Leap Dave Henry Sutherland Perry Long Henry Campbell Dave Sutherland Campbell Sutherland Arch Leap Leap

Cigars to be sold at auction over alleged irregularities

Charles Witthoff, internal revenue collector, advertises 18 250 cigars for sale 30 days from Jan 3 unless owners Bennett Jacobs and Henry Lamping of factory No 482 show cause. Cigars seized for irregularities after a fire at Irvine ton. stamps uncancelled and no labels triggered seizure. Lamping paid a $100 fine. Jacobs under indictment.

Charles Witthoff Department Internal Revenue Bennett Jacobs Henry Lamping Tadob Lamping Irvineton Revenue Office Jacobs Pennsylvania

Stout's Fire Sale Promises Shoe Bargains in Indiarapehe

Misses' shoes priced at 2.00 now offered at 63c during Stout's fire sale located at 450 BE Washington St tomorrow. Advertisement urges last chance Friday and Saturday for greatest shoe bargains in Indiarapehe at Stout's shoe store 450 E Washington St.

Stout Washington St

Strange Turn in Turner Case Aide Evidence Emerges

In a murder trial Mrs. Turner may have walked between houses with her throat cut after fleeing Ward’s home to Aust’s, with Lottie Jackson and James Moore testifying about the sequence. Attorneys McCray and Hendricks seek to prove the route taken during the tragedy.

Lottie Jackson John Turner Mrs. Turner John Ward Martin Aust Mrs.Turner McCray and Hendricks Ward

Well-Dressed Neil Merrill

Neil Merrill, age 50, is taken to police headquarters as a fugitive from justice after a Kokomo warrant by Thomas Ruse. Ruse accuses Merrill of selling him a piano claimed to be his but later identified as Wuischner and Son’s property. Merrill says the arrest is spiteful and he sold the piano while acting for Wulschner. Wulschner’s notes confirm Merrill’s past employment.

Neil Merrill Kokomo Thomas Ruse Ruse Merrill Wuischner & Son Wulschner

Ovation for General King at English’s Opera House

General Charles King drew wild applause at the close of his lecture on With the volunteers in the Philippine islands at English's Opera House. Admiral Brown introduced him and praise for General Lawton and Senator Beveridge drew cheers. many guests shook his hand afterward and an informal Columbia club reception followed.

Charles King Opera House Philippine Islands Admiral Brown Gen. Lawton Senator Beveridge Columbia Club

Ingalls to Retire as C&O President At Cincinnati

At Cincinnati on Thursday M. E. Ingalls confirmed he will retire from the presidency of the C&O railroad. The change may come in a month or six months. He said he considered leaving the Big Four presidency but, at the earnest request of Vanderbilt and Morgan, he has decided to remain.

Cincinnati Big Four Messrs Vanderbilt Morgan

Brig. Gen. Dabney Herndon Maurey Dies at 88

Peoria Illinois January 11 Brig gen Dabney Herndon Maurey an author and soldier who served in the Mexican War and the Confederate Army died Thursday afternoon He was formerly of Richmond Virginia and gained distinction in the Elkhorn campaign

Peoria Ill Dabney Herndon Maurey Richmond Maurey

Students Protest Board Rule Forbidding Work Outside College

Indiana dental college students protested a Board of dental examiners ruling that forbids work outside the college before graduation. They warn many students may be unable to finish studies if enforced. Dr Hurty, college president, will try to prevent enforcement.

Indiana Dental College Hurry Board of Dental Examiners Hurty

Senator Goebel Engaged to Miss Corinne Blackburn

Lexington report says Senator Goebel and Corinne Blackburn are engaged after the election contest. Blackburn is the daughter of Corinne Blackburn and remains single while gossip swirls about the match.

Goebel Lexington Corinne Blackburn Corinne Blackburn

Captain Conran Murdered in German Cameroons

Berlin reports Captain Conran, commander of the relief expedition in the German Cameroons, was murdered by natives. The announcement notes his death and the crime in the colonial campaign.

Conran Berlin German Cameroons

To Cure La Grippe in Two Days Take Laxative Bromo Quinine

Advertisement claims a two day cure for la grippe with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and promises refunds if it fails. E. W. Grove’s signature appears on each box. Price two cents.

E. W. Grove

Stout's Fire Sale Shoes Sell Fast

Misses' shoes priced at $2.00 and other footwear marked 63 and 40 at Stout's fire sale on East Washington Street with quick turnover and bargain appeal.

Stout Washington

Col Berkheime Defeats Insurgents in Cavite Action

Gen Schwan awaits reinforcements at Strang Cavite to pursue insurgents driven west toward Batangas. An attempt by Schwan and Bates to trap them failed due to Col Berkheime’s rapid defeat of the insurgents near Cavite, scattering them before a crossing could be made. Americans leave strong soldiers in towns as they withdraw.

Manila Schwan Strang Cavite Batangas Laguna de Bay Bates Coch. Berkheime

Destitute Filipino Circus Remnant Seek Manila Transport

In San Francisco on January 11 a group of twenty-one Filipinos, the last of a 66 member circus troupe, are destitute and starving in four crowded rooms. Men women and children suffer and organizers plan to arrange passage back to Manila on the next transport.

San Francisco Manila

Insurgents flee to Cavite mountains as US forces advance

Manila reports insurgents who fled Gen Schwan's cavalry toward Silang have taken refuge in a mountainous split of Cavite. American troops reach the area through gorges that hinder pursuit. Schwan's advance from Binan to Silang secures ammunition and notes four captured American prisoners with the insurgents.

Manila Schwan Silang Cavite Binan Siang

Funeral of Rev Dr Edward McGlynn in New York

Solemn funeral rites for Rev Dr Edward McGlynn of Stephens Catholic Church drew a crowded procession through New York. Wealth and poverty mingled among mourners including Mrs Henry George and her sons, with remarks by Mer J F Mooney and final absolution by Archbishop Corrigan before interment at Calvary cemetery.

New York Edward McGlynn N Stephens’ Catholic Henry George Father McGlynn Rome

Exiled Russians Eye Land Near San Luis Obispo

A committee of 7,500 Russian exiles now farming near Winnipeg Manitoba visits San Luis Obispo county to inspect a large tract on the Southern Pacific and plans to move the entire colony to California.

San Francisco A. Bodyanski V. Petrapoff F. Borison Winnipeg Man San Luis Obispo County

Scalded and Bruised Youth Jumps From Moving Freight

Flora Ind January 11 William Baker eighteen in serious condition after leaping from a Vandalia freight. He says trainmen allowed him to ride then, as speed increased, threw scalding water on him, forcing the jump.

Flora Ind William Baker

Morgantown Co operative Increases Capital Stock

American co operative association in Morgantown raises capital stock from 10000 to 50000 dollars. Interstate Insurance Company directors from Indianapolis met state officials Wednesday to discuss reorganizing the company under the 1899 law requiring a deposit with the auditor of state.

American Co-Operative Association, General Merchandise Morgantown Interstate Insurance Company Indianapolis

Prominent Kentucky coal operator found dead in hay loft

Philip C. Swab of Middlesboro Ky a noted coal operator died of apoplexy in a hay loft Wednesday night. Ohio voters push for a law to ban cigarette sale and manufacture. Transport Aztec left Frisco for Hilo Wednesday night with 50 horses. after a month there the animals will be reembarked for Manila.

Philip C. Swab Middlesboro Frisco Hilo Manila

La Grippe Successfully Treated by Remedy Claims

Mr. James A. Jones publisher of the Leader Meria Texas says he recovered quickly from a second bout of la grippe using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy. He notes a two day bed rest this time versus ten days previously and credits rapid onset of treatment for the milder illness. Sold by all druggists.

James A. Jones Meria Tex Chardberlain

Stuart's Catarrh Tablets Promote Systemic Cure

An old belief holds catarrh as local, but experts say it is a constitutional blood and liver disorder. Stuart's Catarrh Tablets are advertised as an internal remedy combining antiseptics to purify blood and regulate the liver, reaching the mucous membranes and stomach. Dr. Edmondson endorses the tablets as superior to sprays and inhalers, claiming rapid, safe relief. available at druggists for 50 cents per package.

Stuart Dr. Edmondson F. A. Stuart Co Marshall, Mich

MISS DIXON WEDS CHICAGO YOUNG MAN IN SECRET

Miss Ethel Dixon formerly of The Amber company secretly wed Harold Wakem a wealthy Chicago heiress from Harrodsburg Kentucky. She has retired from the stage and, with her husband, moved to Chicago. The wedding was kept hidden for a week and only revealed when she appeared in a box with her husband escorted by a dashing figure.

New York Ethel Dixon Amber” Company Harold Wakem Chicago

Red mill strike threat looms in Cleveland scare

The red mill workers face a tense standoff with the American steel and wire trust as Thomas L. Lewis warns of a possible strike. A committee led by Lewis met manager DeForest who refused to confer. Lewis opposes strike but fears it could spread nationwide.

Cleveland, O Red Mill American Steel and Wire Trust Thomas L. Lewis National Association of Red Mill Works Lewis DeForest

Gage Faces Fresh Allegations Over Bank Favoritism

Wall Street politics heat up as a letter from Henry S. Hepburn of National City Bank to Secretary Gage surfaces. Hepburn praises the bank remaining a U S depository and hints at political leverage from last year’s canvass.

New York aGge National City Bank Wall St Gage Hepburn United States Depository

Chapi n Case Foregery Claims Seen In Brazil Trial

Fred M. Chapin and his wife testified they did not forge notes and that Sterling Holt signed both documents in his Indianapolis office on Sept 9 1897 taking 6000 in stock of the Brazil ice and cold storage company as security. Witnesses including experts testified Holt's signature might be genuine.

Brazil Ind Fred M. Chapin Sterling Holt Indianapolis Brazil Ice and Holt

Boy Taken Back After Arrest Near Kansas Trip

Harry Kleinman age 12 was arrested by Detectives Asch and Dugan on Wednesday while en route to Kansas. He was returned to Cincinnati by his uncle John Kleinman on Thursday and reportedly glad to be home.

Harry Kleinman Asch and Dugan Wild and Wooly Kansas Cincinnati John Kleinman

Wilmoth Bound Over On Whisky Theft Charge

August D Wilmoth bound over to the grand jury in police court on a charge of stealing two barrels of whisky from O Lindsay a North Side saloon keeper at 1283 Oriental Street on December 23 He failed to post the 300 bond set by the court with the total bond at 800.

D. Wilmoth O. Lindsey Oriental SL

If at first you doubt succeed try the Sun liners

A fragmented line about attempting success with Sun liners and a free option noted by a phone reference 880. The readable text hints at promotions or tips but lacks full context or clear attribution.

Interstate Live Stock Market Report from Interstate Stock Yards

Interstate Stock Yards stock yard prices list cattle hogs and sheep with receipts totals for Thursday and consignments. Prices show ranges for shipping export steers heavy butcher heifers cows veal calves lambs and sheep with figures per hundred weight and average weights.

Interstate Stock Yards Union Stock Yards Indianapolis Ind Cattie

Wheat and related futures edge up as pork and lard rise

Chicago markets closed higher on Thursday with wheat steady to dull and gains in pork, lard, and ribs. May pork product prices ranged around 10.87 to 11.00, lard 5.95 to 6.03, ribs 3.75 to 6.24 amid firmer Board of Trade activity.

Chicago Board of Trade

City Grain Market Prices Logged for Thursday

On Thursday January 11 the City Grain Market reported corn with multiple lots including No. 3 white 14 cars and No. 3 mixed 8 cars. Wheat showed dull activity with No. 2 red around 66 to 67 cents on track and No. 3 red 63 to 66 cents. Corn firmness noted for No. 1 white around 31 cents and other white and mixed grades trading various cents per bushel. Hay prices listed No. 1 timothy at 11.00 to 11.50 and No. 2 timothy at 10.00 to 10.50 per ton.

Beller Hay Timothy

General Market Prices in Chicago Outlining Poultry Butter and Eggs

General Market Chicago prices list dressed poultry with turkeys chickens and caps ducks geese and butter creamery and cheese prices for full creams young America and Swiss styles. Eggs are reported as fresh at 17 cents.

Marxet Chicago

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