14 Jan 1902
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1902
Page
1
Broad Ripple loses its marshal after a clash with saloon interests over illegal slot machines. Ex marshal Frank Shields refused comment as residents blame lax enforcement. rumor pins Johnson Persel as successor promising strict law enforcement and a purge of gaming devices.
President selects Whitelaw Reid as special ambassador to King Edward VII's coronation. Army rep Gen James H. Wilson and Navy rep Capt Charles M. Clark join the embassy. Secretaries are 3. P. Morgan Jr Edmund Lincoln Baylies and William Wetmore. Morgan son of J. P. Morgan Baylies a New York lawyer Wetmore son of Senator Wetmore of Rhode Island. Wilson previously led in China and is now retired. Clark commanded the battleship Oregon at Santiago.
Dr. R. C. Light of Broad Ripple declined entering the county chairmanship race amid pressure from supporters and candidates. He said 18 men visited his office Monday to urge a bid but deemed the number insufficient and too late. He expects Charles N. Elliott to win, noting Washington township precincts will likely elect Elliott supporters.
William Martin, an insurance agent from Hart County, shot himself in Al Form's cafe in Louisville shortly after midnight. He reportedly planned to marry in three weeks in Texas and told friends he would rather be dead than in his current condition before taking his own life.
Little Joseph Schneiderman who was accidentally shot remains alive. Dr Deitch says there is a slight chance of recovery though the brain was penetrated by the bullet. X rays may be used to locate the ball when the boy strengthens.
The mayor calls a Board of Safety meeting at 4 p m Wednesday in the mayor s office to discuss Chicago fire extinguisher company s plan to replace chemical engines with small chemical tanks. Brightwood residents seek three or more cisterns and Councilman Negley endorses the petition. ION Ga Jan 14 burglars burglarize the Bank of and escape with about 2000 dollars.
Merritt Chism, wealthy Indiana farmer, goes on trial for the May 12 murder of his wife. Jurors faced widespread pretrial opinions after the brutal crime, with emotional insanity expected as the defense and top mental-health experts summoned as witnesses. Chism’s wealth, including 295 000 invested in farm land, underscores the high-stakes case.
The auditing and credentials committees of the United Mine Workers of America will work all week ahead of the convention opening in Indianapolis next Monday. The auditing panel reviews Secretary treasurer Wilson’s annual report while the credentials committee screens the 1 000 delegates. The ten day gathering precedes a wage scale conference with western Pennsylvania Ohio Indiana and Illinois operators to set the pay for about 100 000 miners, with national wages tied to the Indianapolis scale.
Charles Patchell, dubbed the champion forgetter, forgot his keys coat and wife as a thief stole his overcoat from the sidewalk after he entered his house through a window. He failed to report the theft promptly and could not recall the coat’s color or material when asked.
The supreme court on Tuesday afternoon denied John Rinkard's attorneys request for a commission to examine his sanity, ruling the court has no original jurisdiction. Rinkard is under sentence to hang on January 17, and his lawyers claim he is now insane.
In Columbus on Tuesday both houses convened separately to cast ballots affirming Theodore Foraker's return to the U S Senate. The result will be reaffirmed at the Wednesday joint session.
A double frame house at 58 E Wa bash street burned Tuesday afternoon. It was occupied by colored families. A second house at 86 Fletcher Avenue suffered 500 damage the same day.
Classified listing notes rooms for rent in The Sun's column with contact numbers 380 and street address 123 125 HE Ghios¢ for potential renters.
The supreme court affirms the trial court order granting custody of Zola Rankin to the Marion county board of children's guardians, upholding the 1889 act as basis for proceedings and noting the act of 1891 need not be decided. The ruling references prior Van Walters precedent and addresses a separate wrongful death award in Ohio and a riparian land dispute over Pine Lake bed title involving William Zahrt.
Supporters from both sides claim the election commissioners named Friday for precinct committeemen selection are evenly represented. Harry Smith and Charles Litt backers call the list fair and balanced and say commissioners are square men.
At School No 40 after two Williams children contracted smallpox, the City Dispensary vaccinated 23 colored children. Dr Hicks and Dr Given reported some children claimed to be vaccinated though physicians proved inconsistencies. In Room 5, frightened children ran about while shouting like Indians during the procedure.
Ashley Towne writes an American adventure romance titled The Mystery of Graslov to run as a live serial starting Wednesday January 15 1902 in The Indianapolis Sun. The notice also mentions new planes and feeds from local suppliers.
Milk sellers in Indianapolis faced questions about a Sunday delivery pause as groceries shut on Sundays. The new order prompted milkmen to rest and housekeepers to adapt by buying Saturday milk. About 60 cents per gallon is noted for milk service.
Gus Brown a Gates' sa loon bartender living at 22 North Capitol Avenue was locked up after police spotted Taylor Williams leaving the saloon suspected of carrying lottery tickets. Williams led officers to Brown who was taken to the station.
Attorneys for John Rinkard seek a court order for an insanity inquest as he sits on death row in Michigan City awaiting hanging on January 17. The petition argues hanging an insane man violates common law, despite a prior Supreme Court affirmation. The state moves to dismiss, noting a prior sanity finding and lack of statute.
Washington dispatch describes a 41 page anonymous pamphlet attacking and praising measures on Chinese exclusion. It includes a Uncle Sam cartoon and argues for or against border limits, with Wu’s possible authorship discussed and potential diplomatic repercussions.
John Reish age 52 of Elk Hart was sentenced to one to three years in state prison on charges of stealing 845 and two watches from his daughter and son in law William Elkins. The money was hidden in his shoes after officers recovered the watches at the Elkins home.
Prosecutor Ruckelshaus reversed his prior stance and summoned a sizable group linked to policy activity before the grand jury. He said the police must show results or present evidence at the February term, while urging stronger detective oversight for better evidence collection.
Police impounded several coal wagons on Tuesday morning and escorted drivers to the E Washington street public scales where loads were weighed. Some loads were found light while others were correct, leading Supt. Taffe to issue instructions and consider action against underweight dealers.
John Divine, a one legged mendicant, appeared in police court on a charge of begging and selling lead pencils without a license. He claimed a Cincinnati home and a lost leg since age seven, and promised to reach his widowed mother by the next train. Judge Stubbs warned him before he was released.
Emma Chesrown of Mohicanville sues for divorce alleging her husband forced her to dance at gunpoint, held her prisoner for days, and fired shots to compel surrender of property.
Attorney G W Spahr, chairman of the College-avenue car service committee, says service on the line is improving but wants an east loop around the depot. He insists on routing cars around via Louisiana and NeCreasts to bypass Meridian and Witnoissts, arguing streets are wide enough.
Chicago health commissioner Arthur Reynolds asks the Indiana health board if Lafayette neglects smallpox prevention and is linked to Chicago. Chicago, free from smallpox, fears risk as Lafayette council allegedly withholds funds. Nearby towns like Crawfordsville consider quarantines as new cases reach the state board from Owen Knox and Dekalb counties.
Police hunt for the identity of the Jack the Hugger who attacked Mrs. John L. Griffiths on N Delaware Street. Mrs Griffiths cannot describe her assailant or his race and police have exhausted all leads without success.
Supt Taffe orders patrolmen to strictly enforce the don't spit on sidewalks ordinance as complaints rise. The law declares it a misdemeanor to expectorate on any sidewalk or in public places including buildings and streetcars.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 36 hours ending 6 am January 14. Fair skies, warmer conditions Tuesday night and Wednesday. Early temperatures 20 at 7 am, rising to 36 at noon and 39 by 2 pm. Winds brisk from the southwest shifting to northwest. cooler in the northern portion of Indiana and neighboring states.
In his annual report Police surgeon Garstang urges provision for detention of insane prisoners at the police station. He proposes padding cells on the first floor under the cell house to prevent self harm and theft of valuables such as diamonds watches and jewelry. J F Mullally 28 Monument Place.
Sir Thomas Lipton, in London on Tuesday, denied reports that he has ordered the construction of a new challenger for the America's Cup and said he is not currently considering the matter.
The White House announced on Tuesday the appointment of Oscar S. Straus former minister to Turkey as a permanent member of The Hague commission of arbitration.
A local dealer at 27 North Pennsylvania Street, one square north of the Denison hotel, promotes affordable good photographers as an economical option for customers seeking quality imagery. The note emphasizes cost parity with cheaper alternatives.
The finance committee for the Grant army dedication reportedly refuses to fund the Grand Army of the Republic encampment in Indianapolis. Officials note the city will decorate for the dedication and that the encampment requires separate entertainment funds. Mayor Baxter reports arrangements to entertain the camp.
Secretary Butler reports Indiana shows no rise in proportion of sane to insane over 20 years. He notes hospital capacity expanded in 1899 increased admissions from waiting lists, urging state provision for every insane person. In 1901 Indiana housed 4,456 insane across hospitals jails and asylums, with 1,565 males and 2,008 females. total 3,961 in four hospitals in 1901.
Peru Indiana January 14 Charles Netherly saloon keeper charged with murdering Henry Helmig Sunday with a revolver was ordered held without bond to await grand jury action.
In the For Sale Miscellaneous section bargains are daily offered including a parlor suite a lady's black coat an automatic picture machine and other items Watch this department for the latest offerings and deals.
The article promotes Jell O as a quick no bake dessert option with lemon orange raspberry and strawberry flavors. It claims two minutes to prepare with hot water and cooling set. It targets household readers and grocery purchase.
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