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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1901
Page
6
Con troller Dunn denied telling Mr Schwab of the Hamilton brewing company to pause action against saloons until the mayor returns Dunn says Schwab complained about a saloon closed for operating under another license and that if the man was closed all should be closed Dunn advised Schwab to wait for the mayor’s return.
Maj. Schanz of Attica leads the battalion of artillery and staff into Indianapolis for camp at the fair grounds. The Indianapolis battalion and four artillery batteries occupy the west end, with units arranged by plan. Guards report 21 to 44 men per company as reinforcements expected Saturday. Sergt. Michael Smith notes drill gaps while regiments march from Meridian Street to the camp.
Miss Julia Lathrope of Jacksonville resigns from the Ohio State board of charities to Gov. Yates. She releases a 1000 word statement attacking the administration saying the governor uses charities as a political machine and suppresses independent thought. Her resignation follows Col. J Mack Tanner’s election as secretary of the board.
Seven collieries between Shamokin and Mount Carmel shut down as stationary firemen join the strike, leaving 4,000 miners idle while others keep boilers burning. Scranton reports some strikers returning to work as talks prepare between district presidents and state firemen.
Rufus Cantrell, 613 Fayette Street, colored, faces trial Tuesday for assault and battery on Samuel Bornstein a junk dealer and for throwing stones through Bornstein's windows. Also noted is Don Wilson 39 colored Leon Street who ingested paris green at 432 North Missouri Street after a quarrel with her lover and was treated by Dr. DeVancey at the dispensary.
Prohibitionists plan a Monday night meeting at the hall on Alabama and New York streets to discuss the local scene. Speakers include F T McWhirter former mayoral candidate and W A Bristol who challenges John H Crail for ward 3. A B Cohen Reacts As Ward Council Nominee Candidate. J T Fanning Democratic City Chairman travels to Milwaukee for Elks Grand Lodge. A key item is a committee report on site selection for the national home.
Ex-County treasurer Billy Schmidt defied a court order to answer questions in the R F Stuart suit to recover 100000 dollars to the county. Billy Bartholomew says Schmidt ignored the appearance order despite a reported eye problem and a physician’s certificate should have been filed. Judge Allen issued the contempt finding.
Lafayette Dronberger of Castleton has been recommitted to the Central insane hospital on affidavit by Dr. Wilmer Christian the Indianapolis police surgeon. Dr Christian notes returned insanity with mental unbalance irrationality and need for restraint following a week old assault charge case heard before Justice Jesse H Roberts.
In Parkerburg West Virginia on Friday the Ellis Glenn trial nearly sparked a fight between Prosecuting Attorney Goss and defense lawyer Caldwell. Caldwell called Goss a young upstart and Goss shot back that Caldwell was a balloon of wind. The quarrel was quelled and eight defense witnesses testified including claims that Bert Glenn and Ellis may not be the same person.
Washington reports from Pekin that the diplomatic corps is weighing a Russian proposal to raise the maritime tariff. The formal surrender of Pekin to Chinese authorities is expected on August 14.
London observers report four small brokers announcing failure on the London stock exchange Friday amid a slump in American railroad and steel shares.
At Jamestown in the Cape Colony Boer forces surprised a British camp and killed seven soldiers while wounding twenty. Boer casualties were not reported. The attack occurred on Thursday with the confrontation marking a sharp clash in the region.
In Pittsfield Massachusetts on Friday July 19 Dr Frank Pardock described conversations with James and Beatrice Fosburg siblings of the accused stating they did not see burglars Beatrice stood behind her sister when the shot rang out and no one else was in the room Pardock also noted Mrs Fosburg Sr injuries and a cracked rib and knee bruising Fosburg Sr was bruised and Robert had a neck swelling A pistol and 50 cartridges from a hardware firm were linked to Fosburg and police chief Nicholson testified he secured cartridges from Robert Fosburg with further testimony expected later
Goshen Indiana July 19 The police pursue a theory that Irene Canning now in custody may be Frank Canning a former Fort Wayne manufacturer’s daughter.
Dr. Bennett believes Mrs. James Jones of Broad Ripple, hospitalized in serious condition from the shock of seeing her two children burned to death, is expected to recover.
Senator Fairbanks returns to Fairbanks after a trip to Washington and makes a stop in Canton to meet the president.
Wire tips report a mix of society notes and crimes including Tolstoy criticism, Miss Lilian Green's typhoid risk, Biddle brothers sentenced to death, Vanderbilt joining the New York state guard, and various accidents and scandals across the country.
In Marion County Indiana Superior Court Room 3 an order dated June 29 1901 requires all creditors of the late firm Melaun and Richards to file their claims with the receiver The Central Trust Company by September 2 1901 or be barred from participation in the partnership funds Attorney Lewis C Walker represents the receiver
London July 19 Earl Russell a self confessed bigamist spends a restless night in Holloway jail awaiting a three month sentence imposed by the house of lords. His wife visited Friday and spoke through bars. The notice also promotes local products and events including dental college hours and a Milwaukee return rate.
Tickets sold July 24 25 26 with final limit August 24. Four fast daily trains depart Indianapolis at 7:00 a m arriving Chicago at 12 09 noon and 4 50 p m with multiple return times. Agent Tila a TM R P Algeo D P A announces the special offer.
Sunday July 21 schedule includes special trains Indianapolis to Lake with 7 30 a m departure and 6 50 p m return. Cincinnati round trip $1 25 via C H D line. Fast trains at 6 00 a m and 7 15 a m with limited stops. return to Cincinnati 6 20 p m. Forest Lake Wisconsin trip offered with 200 to 250 price through Chicago Northwest. Gogebic Lake Hotel summer open with weekly sleepers and hotel notes.
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