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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1902
Page
8
William Dennis, dreaming of a railway crash, jumped from his second story window breaking one leg in three places. He was reported in critical condition at an Anderson hospital.
Dr. Rainsford aligned with Mr. Jerome on Sunday saloons and the policy, calling for a referendum and arguing that even a 50,000 vote in favor would not close saloons. He warned against restricting governance to the poor and urged keeping Sunday access open in some form while addressing vice.
The Cunard liner York reports a 110 mile non wired voyage with sister ships in mid ocean. Messages sent from sea reached England before the arrivals, with Etruria the first to land and relay notes.
A Cascade Iowa druggist Mr J H Weber promotes Chain Stomach and Liver Tablets as a remedy for dull feelings, bad taste, biliousness, loss of appetite, and constipation. He urges people in need to call for relief and relief from these symptoms.
Telegrams from Constantinople and embassy offices awaited word on the release of Miss Ellen Stone and Mme Tsilka after ransom bearers reached the pay point. It is believed money passed to captors and the pair may be en route to Djumala. Tsilka had a baby girl born in captivity named Blenika.
The savings department space on the Washington street side of Indiana Trust Company's building is nearly finished and ready to furnish within 60 days. Officials expect it to be the handsomest waiting room in the city with high ceilings, 12 marble-encased pillars, mahogany and bronze furnishings, private booths for counting money, and an elegant ladies' toilet and waiting area.
Henry Harper, living in Houston, and his brother Charles Harper of Hermanville Miss., quarrel over which should visit a woman both loved. Charles attacked with a knife. Henry drew a pistol and killed Charles instantly.
In Oakland at Piedmont Springs park on Sunday, Frank Furtado, brother of the park keeper, was gored to death by a bull elk he was feeding. His brother says their mother had a premonitory dream Saturday night warning him in the morning.
New Albany report says Andrew Wilson was killed Saturday night by a train after slashing Sam Shutters eight times. bodies found Sunday along tracks. Marion: William Tomlin, 50, jailed for attempted murder after a poker fight. Elmer O'Brien gravely stabbed. Fort Wayne: Aula Ortman, 22, a stenographer, tried to shoot Chick Stahl but was restrained. her father refused bond. Kokomo: Mrs. W J Winn, wife of contractor, slit her throat. brain trouble cited. expected recovery.
John L. Sullivan visits Norwalk Connecticut on a satire filled spree acting as mayor, spending freely, chasing a newsboy, smashing a mirror with a poker, and mingling with townspeople and society ladies. The piece ties his antics to recent horse track rumors and mentions jockey Denny Maher and Joe Uman planning a Southern circuit.
Doc Waddell founder of a new order called The mound-builders aims to mirror the Buffalo and Buffalo’s Buffalo connection to past fairs. The idea spreads from St Louis to other cities as fair officials use the catch phrase for advertising. Waddell leads the Quinlan Wall imperial minstrels touring Indianapolis.
Elkhart Indiana January 27 Frank Stauffer a laborer killed himself with arbolic acid leaving a wife and three small children as survivors.
Evansville Indiana January 27 Joe Powell a Cuban man was killed when struck by a train on Sunday authorities reported the incident and said no further details were available pending investigation
Frank Clark, a tramp, was shot and dangerously wounded by farmer Andrew Geisler on Saturday night as Clark and a companion tried to enter Geisler’s residence, mistaken for a schoolhouse. Authorities report the incident occurred in Jasper, Indiana.
Jack Brennan signs with Toronto as captain of Indianapolis team next season. Charles Babb from Portland signs with Watkins to play third base. Texas league formed and seeks Class D protection. St. Louis American league club deal completed. Killilea holdings sold to Milwaukee financiers. New syndicate led by R. L. Hedges in St Louis. Covington to host two tournaments. Glite Chi returns from Hot Springs eyeing match with Harry Forbes. Dave Sullivan draws Indy interest. special train sought to Louisville for fight. Kentucky Kid prowls for trouble. L Smith targets six round win. Terry McGovern enters New York society scene with trainer Chris Martin. social visit to Mrs Kernochan’s party includes birds and kennels.
Rochester fighter Friedman was knocked out by Andy Stevenson in a Sunday bout in St Louis. Broad Ripple promotion failed to draw the pugilists scheduled for Saturday. Several gold medals were offered to the winners of the event's various rates.
A blaze erupted at the Atkins saw works Saturday night from spontaneous combustion of oil soaked rags in the varnish rooms. The fire was extinguished after causing about 500 dollars in damage.
Ex policeman George A. Thomas, 44, died at City hospital at 5 p m Sunday from dropsy of the lungs. He was taken to the hospital early Sunday morn. Lodgehouse keeper L Naumann says he asked for an ambulance about 7 p m Saturday but hospital officials declined. Superintendent Jobes says the ambulance rule limited night use to emergencies, and the case appeared ordinary illness. Initial belief of smallpox heightened anxiety to move him.
In West Carroll Parish two African American men were lynched after the murder of Deputy Sheriff G N Grant who confronted them while they were cleaning hogs. A posse captured three suspects. two were lynched on scene and a third was taken into custody. In Indiana, Terre Haute street railway workers faced a resumed effort to end the strike with a Monday notice. no violence occurred.
A servant in the home of millionaire H Mortimer Brooks contracted smallpox and was removed to Willard Parker hospital. The worker, Annie Rhatigan, is treated as the Brooks mansion undergoes fumigation.
In Greenville Bishop Fowler told Mississippi conference of the Methodist Episcopal Colored Church ministers to cut out big words in sermons. He said both preacher and congregation often do not understand the message.
The Albert T. Patrick trial for the murder of millionaire W. M. Rice resumed in New York with both sides aiming to expedite the proceedings. Lawyers expect the case to conclude in about five weeks. Burdock Blood Bitters is advertised as promoting pure blood and general vitality.
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