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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1900
Page
1
A July 27 Shanghai dispatch cites Sir Claude MacDonald’s July 6 letter from Pekin describing three legations still standing, Chinese shelling, and looming annihilation with limited ammunition and food. It notes total foreign troops about 22 000, relief force timing unclear, and mentions Rockhill and Li Juang Chang. A second note from Pan Chuang reports Pekin alive.
A Chinese servant of late Von Ketteler reports that embassies in Pekin withstood a Chinese assault on July 27. The German consul at Tien-Tsin confirms the safety of the German mission and staff, who subsisted on horse flesh during the siege. German officials deem the servant's account credible.
A messenger from Pekin arrived July 15 delivering news that Prince Ching’s soldiers fought Prince Tuan’s troops and were defeated. Foreigners defended themselves in the Northern cathedral near the forbidden city.
Admiral Kempff reports to the navy department that the Chinese government is in sympathy with the Boxers citing official opinion. The message underscores Beijing's stance amid the Boxer rising and its impact on diplomatic relations and military considerations.
Washington July reports show the navy department reviewing dispatches from Admiral Reney sent from Tien Tsin. The long Remey dispatch, not sensational, occupied cabinet talks and was held to learn how the relief column is expected to advance.
The Navy Department received a dispatch from Commander Wilde aboard the Oregon stating the ship has been docked at Kure Japan and that its structural strength remains intact.
Secretary Root announced after the cabinet session that Admiral Remey provided new details. The report notes 28,000 troops and references Washington events in July with emphasis on military movements and official statements.
Mrs. Gertrude Essman, 68, mother of Supt. Essman of the workhouse, lies in serious condition at her daughter Mrs. Kirkhoff’s home. Dr. Maxwell reports a fast spreading infection from a pimple on her side, then lip, then hand, with an arm turning nearly black, and says the illness stems from a depraved blood condition. recovery is unlikely.
The Sun’s popular liners on page 7 advertise essential staples and like commodities with attractive prices. Readers are urged to learn all about the offers and note the favorable terms.
The Sun said the dairyman charged with putting formaldehyde in milk on Thursday was named Harry Hoover, but the person under arrest is not him. The real suspect is a dairyman in Indianapolis named Hoover, linked to a Maywood operation, while the Maywood dairy owner defends cleanliness. The dairy- yan under arrest runs at Broadway and Thirtieth Street.
Police seek Myrtle Batley an 18 year old who vanished after telling her grandmother she would visit her aunt at 1138 E Pratt Street for dinner. She lived with her grandmother on West New York Street. The engagement to a young man reportedly ended abruptly and he says he has not seen her.
A yard train loaded with lumber ran down grade on a side track near Kingan’s when a tight frog shifted the trucks from the last car. The incident halted no traffic and a new truck was placed beneath the car. Crews cleared the wreck in under an hour.
The National ice delivery company held steady sales Friday at ten cents per hundred and a dollar sixty per ton. Charles Donson of the Artificial Ice company travelled to Cincinnati to scout prospects and to rally support for the new venture both locally and across the border.
The Fairview camp for Gov. Mount’s visit buzzed with drill and pageantry Friday. Soldiers toiled in tip top shape, a Brussels carpet for the governor’s tent, a private mess tent, and a cab intrusion halted by a sentinel. The event featured target practice, an Indian war dance, and playful camp mischief including a bird in a gilded cage quartet.
Ex Governor Taylor and ex State secretary Finley of Kentucky viewed the Indiana national guard in evening dress at Fairview camp. They sat with officers, complimented the troops, and attended an informal reception as Gov. Mount and Admiral Brown observed nearby.
The county has spent 134000 on a new heating and lighting plant with 1400 spent so far. Friday auctioneer Lou Shanks sold a load of old iron boilers fences and brass to eight Hebrew dealers. Sheriff Cy Clark bid ten dollars for a starter on wooden bookcases and won. A 100000 pound iron pile sold for 605 to Joseph McWilliams of Louisville. Sam Marks bought sheet iron while Clerk Shepherd and a Hebrew buyer contested against a bid from the Hebrew dealer.
Mayor Taggart and Chairman Martin were informed that the L. E. W. and Big Four would set lower rates and deadlines on August 7 8 and 9 regardless of other lines. The move aims to secure Bryan’s notification meeting and pressure broader railroads to follow. The plan would allow Hoosiers and neighboring states to travel to Indianapolis and return under a one fare rate.
A group led by W G Irwin A R Hovey and Charles R Henry opposed a 20 year franchise for Indianapolis street railways arguing interurban lines will benefit the city. They attacked track repairs, power needs, taxation and electrolysis liability, urging long term terms and legislative amendments while noting differences with Greenwood and other companies.
Chairman Martin announced that an agreement with the Central traffic association secures a one fare rate across states under its control. Tickets go on sale August 7 and 8, valid for return through August 9. The arrangement covers Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, western Pennsylvania and western New York, seen as a Democratic victory.
Bryan is refining plans for his Indianapolis trip with a one hour forty five minute speech around 10 500 words. He targets the 1896 style, focusing on imperialism as the paramount issue, with other platform topics to be addressed in his letter of acceptance and later speeches. He will forward the letter to Chairman Jones after the Indianapolis meeting.
Fire alarms rang Friday morning after two alarms and a string of single and double strokes. An operator said they were trying to ring the water pressure off. A barn at 629 Russell Ave owned by Ike Comdinsky and occupied by Jacob Sattinger was damaged. A kettle boiled over at the Indianapolis Paint and Varnish Company prompted a fire department run that proved unnecessary.
Dr. McCann of Monticello was fined zero dollars plus costs for failing to report contagious diseases. The State Board of Health vows to compel physicians to obey the law in this matter.
Ad text announces ladies hand-sewn oxford shoes in black and tan selling for 1.95 to 4.00. Mentions widths and a new store location at 37 Washington Avenue, inviting attention to the bargain footwear.
In a Friday Democratic congressional contest note Burke shows no formal candidacy yet, but party factions back him for congress. Attorney Will V. Rooker withdraws, citing professional obligations, while McCullough is pushed aside by Burke adherents and unlikely to be on the convention slate.
In Indianapolis, Democrats look ahead to the state senate contest this fall. Samuel E. Morss is named as a possible candidate, with Frank Burke or B F Shively seen as likely contenders if nominated. Edward C. Simpson also announces for the ticket, while ex Judge Charles E. Cox may accept a nomination if offered. The outcome hinges on shifting political forces and the future of the Taggart regime.
Washington dispatch reports Admiral Dewey and Mrs. Dewey have returned to Beauvoir while gossip swirls about Nar ragansett abandonment and a possible Stork visit. Mrs. Dewey, once in frail health, reportedly improved during Narragansett sojourn and is a prominent Washington social figure, sister of John R. McLean.
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The article reports a possible revolt against Bookwalter's rule as Republicans discuss a $125,000 temporary loan to cover city obligations. Mayor Taggart vows police and firemen will be paid on time, while Republicans Negley Evans Spiegel Billingsley Munro call a Monday night meeting to consider the loan and seek an itemized three month expenses list from Controller Johnson.
The park board reviews a proposal by Carlos Martindale to sell Green lawn cemetery to the city for park purposes. A $5,000 donation for a free bath at Military Park is forwarded to Engineer Power. The Women’s Relief Corps asks for a flag staff at Green lawn cemetery, but the board cannot afford it.
Forecast for the 36 hours ending p m July 28 calls for fair weather and rising temperatures. Day and night will be warmer with overall fair conditions Saturday. Temperature readings show 7 a m around 62, noon near 73, with 3 p m estimates pending confirmation.
Charles Weaver was fined $25 on Friday for striking Was inson, a restaurant keeper. The attack caused a fractured jaw and facial bleeding, leaving the assailant weakened. Weaver is described as a lank, looking man and the incident followed a debt dispute.
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