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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1901
Page
2
Police recovered a green trunk at the foot of Pier 11 in New York City containing a man's body placed face down. Blood stained the coat and shirt, and the trunk bore no marks. The discovery was made Wednesday.
Washington reports the river and harbor appropriation bill covers 408 new projects. The year ending June 30 appropriations total 22,792,711 with continuing contracts authorized for 37,142,704, bringing the grand total to 59,935,415.
An order for 2 400 tons of sauer kraut to be sent to the Kaiser's army in China was placed with a Philadelphia firm. The move surprises as German kraut has long been prized. U S imports declined as American kraut gains favor.
Bloomington Indiana January 16 The murder trial of Oliver Thomason and John Gaines began with their plan to claim a confession made after arrest was not correct A message noted Thomason's father was dying but authorities agreed it would not affect the proceedings The pair are accused of killing Frank Lentz on July 3 after he allegedly stole a horse and buggy One man restrained Lentz while the other slit his throat
Up to 2 30 p m Wednesday Gov Durbin reported no communication from Kentucky regarding a requisition for Finley and Taylor. He remains convinced the reports aim to bait him into action.
Due to widespread illness in Indianapolis, Supt. Quigley orders arrests of street hucksters peddlers and ragmen who yell. The action targets disruptive street vendors amid public health concerns.
In Harrisburg on January 16 a rumor spread that Col. Duffey, chosen by most Democrats in the legislature for the U S Senate, is in contact with Chairman Jones to contest Quay's seat. Quay departed for Washington on Wednesday.
The newly incorporated International Asphalt Co. in Illinois announced plans to cut asphalt prices, aiming at the $40,000,000 asphalt trust. The move signals aggressive competition in the state’s paving supplies market.
An announcement from the Taft commission dated Thursday states the Jolo archipelago and its islands enjoy free trade in domestic products with all Philippine ports. The measure broadens access for local goods across the archipelago.
In St Joseph on Tuesday night 12 year old August Faust shot his 11 year old brother Albert with a loaded shotgun. The bullet tore off Albert's head. August claimed he intended only to frighten him.
In a drunken fight at Marcellus Falls, Tuesday night, Frank Bush an Italian shot and killed an Italian known as No 80.
Seattle reporters say the German steamer Flatbeck from Hong Kong to Puget Sound is stranded and in grave peril of breaking up near Flattery Point. Local crews work to save the vessel as the weather worsens. The ship sails under a German registry and faced heavy seas during the day. Mariners monitor the situation for possible rescue operations and weather advisories.
Patent remedy ad claims quick cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. Refund offered if it fails. Boxes bear E. W. Grove's signature. Price two cents.
In Paterson New Jersey on January 16 a dramatized courtroom scene unfolds as McAllister denies assault while confessing under pressure that he dosed Jennie Bosschier and that Death and others may have manipulated events. Defense argues there was no rape or murder, only alcohol and a dangerous night.
In Topeka, Gov. Stanley calls for strict enforcement of capital punishment following the Leavenworth mob burning of Fred Alexander. The state law allows optional signing of death warrants, while 41 prisoners remain under death sentence at the Kansas penitentiary.
Topeka Kansas January 16 1924 the legislature adopted a resolution condemning the Leavenworth mob’s burning of Alexander Tuesday night. The senate approved the resolution unanimously amid opposition in the house. A full investigation of the facts is demanded and the perpetrators must be punished to the full extent of the law.
Prof Wm Henry Hudson English and Prof Charles N Little math depart resignations trigger turmoil at Stanford. Dr Howard who quit earlier, rumors of others leaving and a potential stampede as students and faculty react to the upheaval.
Rio Janeiro January 16 reports say Bolivians have been defeated multiple times by forces of the Acre republic. The Bolivian minister asked Brazil to intervene. He claims hundreds of Brazilians support the Acreans and a Bolivian steamer has been seized.
A Springfield dispatch says money is the word in the senatorial struggle as rumors spread of possible charges. Several members are under surveillance by faction detectives and Anti-Culom men hint the Custom barrel was opened Wednesday and members were offered 5000 dollars each to vote for an open ballot in the caucus Thursday.
President Ban Johnson forecasts a final split into only the American and National Leagues as the National Association revival fades. He dismisses Watkins and Brush, accusing them of self interest while criticizing Milwaukee and Philadelphia proposed prices.
The caesarian operation was performed for the second time at the University of Michigan. Dr. Martin completed the procedure in one hour and twenty minutes in front of 636 students and physicians, delivering an eight-pound boy. The mother hails from Grand Haven and both mother and child are reported doing well.
Elmer Way, 234, a baker, was arrested Wednesday afternoon on a charge of shooting with intent to kill at Thau's bakery on Market and East streets. He allegedly tried to pick a fight with Fritz Hartman. Hartman refused, Way fired, the bullet hit the wall. No treason for the assault.
The corporations committee reported unfavorably on a measure to require corporations to file annual statements with the secretary of state. The report was adopted. The committee said the secretary's office should not be a commercial reporting agency.
Prof Pickering of Harvard questions Tesla and others about Martian signaling. He notes a December telegram from the Lowell Observatory in Arizona described a shaft of light from Mars lasting 70 minutes.
Daniel Peeples a prominent farmer from near Benton Indiana was struck and killed instantly yesterday by a fast express on the Wabash railroad in Goshen An unrelated robbery at the Hawks residence occurred Tuesday night while no family was home. Thieves stole 173 dollars and other valuables.
West Point witnesses a tense scene as Congressman Driggs accuses Cadet Deen of juggling the truth. Officers with their wives and daughters fill the hall while Chairman Dick aims to restore order by declaring an hour recess.
William Alexander, 35, a cabinet-maker, was arrested Wednesday on charges of stealing a wagon load of goods moved from a house where a family was just moving. Wm. Copeland was fined 25 dollars and costs Tuesday night after being found on W. Washington Street near barns. A patent medicine ad claims Laxative Bromo Quinine cures the grip in two days.
A Cambridgeport Massachusetts young woman recounts giving up coffee after adopting Postum For Coffee. She credits Postum with easing stomach trouble, eliminating nervousness, and restoring healthy sleep within six months, and notes a preference for Postum over coffee.
In Chicago on January, mixed commodities show May wheat at 158 cents and corn at 3836 38 cents. May meats list pork at 14.25 to 13.95, lard at 7.55, and ribs at 7.20. Dressed poultry prices push turkeys to 814 cents and chicks to 74-74 cents per pound, with live poultry at 7 cents for chickens and 6 to 14 cents for turkeys and ducks. Butter and cheese prices advance with creamery butter at 18 to 16.1 cents, dairies at 12 to 13 cents, and full cream cheese at 19 to 10 cents. eggs quoted at 11 to 11.1 cents.
Cattle receipts total 700 at Union Stock Yards on Wednesday January 16. Prices quoted for various classes range from good to prime steers over 1,160 pounds to fair to medium steers 150 pounds and up, with listings for good to choice feeding steers and stockers, and for good to choice heifers.
The WH H Block Co and related firms announce their annual shoe clearance selling all stock at reduced prices. Stock mostly high grade but not selling well is marked down by one third to one half to attract cash. ladies slippers and misses shoes list prices with clearance tags. Attention urged for best assortment and early attendance.
Stock receipts and quotes from Interstate Stock Yards and similar markets. Listings cover cattle, hogs, sheep, calves, and lambs with weights, price ranges, and shipment notes. Also include grain quotes for wheat corn oats and hay, plus small ads for household goods and a grocery listing.
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