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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1910
Page
7
Aviation Mania drives $210000 in funding for test flights with contests starting in Indianapolis. The plan includes a flight to Chicago and St Louis and a new New York to Chicago voyage.
A list of prize funds for various air races and routes across major cities. Key offers include 40000 for Indianapolis to Bt Loris to Chicago to Indianapolis, 30000 for New York to St Louis, 25000 for New York to Chicago, and 20000 for New York to Washington, with additional Paris to Brussels and Paris to Clermont-Ferrand awards. Total prizes amount to 210000.
Aviation prizes totaling 215000 are now in place or about to be offered for air quests. Notable aviators including the Wright brothers Glenn Curtiss and Charles Hamilton are linked to the contests. The New York to Chicago flight must occur between August and November with the same pilot at the controls.
Rochester aviator Dr William Green plans to fly his self constructed aircraft from Rochester across Lake Ontario to Ontario around June 21. The 86 mile journey demands an altitude near 1500 feet to clear dangerous cross currents, with motor boats following the plane.
Washington June 2 The Aero craze grips the capital with plans for a flight from New York City to the White House. The Chamber of Commerce raises funds, aiming for a 20000 purse. Contestants start at Governor's Island with stops in Philadelphia and Baltimore, finishing on the White House lawn.
The Kentucky railroad commission met in Frankfort and reduced the Louisville to Buechel coal rate from 40 cents to 25 cents per ton. The Buechel Ice Coal and Storage Company filed the complaint and the village sits on the northern railway.
In Marquette on June 2, word leaked of a major mineral land transaction. United States Steel Corp acquired long term options on 31 600 acres 300 000 acres and 111 040 acres in upper Michigan iron and copper country. The Oliver Iron Mining Co plans to explore for minerals.
An English observer writing from London contrasts U S public life with Britain noting Uncle Joe Cannon chewing tobacco in session and criticizing American jury practice finance and policing. He cites lax bank practices, lengthy jury swearing, and ward politician influence, while praising British methods.
Special to The Sun. Evansville Indiana June 2 Henry Walker a 13 year old drunk is jailed after his brother testifies he was born in October 1896 and claims he is 18. The court questions his age noting his mustache as proof. Henry admits with modest pride that he has a mustache.
Postmaster Robert H. Bryson recommends the appointment of B. L. Hower ton J. M. Benson F. L. Drake and J. W. White as substitute letter carriers from the Indianapolis post office. The First Assistant Postmaster General will act on the recommendation and appoint the men.
The United States government moves to break up railroad trusts, pursuing a triple attack including an injunction against Western traffic rate hikes, a dissolution suit against trunk line committees, and contempt proceedings in past cases. Key figures include Attorney General Wickersham and Frederick Judson, with actions planned through 1911 before the Eighth Circuit.
New York June 2 James J Hill of the Great Northern railway declares Americans are too rich to be hurt by the mistakes of this government while discussing current policy. He emphasizes resilience of wealthy individuals amid political missteps.
Administration actions sought to enjoin Western railroads from rate increases. Hill stated Western Trunk Line roads matched widely used tariffs and that anti trust laws would not prevent similar uniform charges. He attributed limited consequences to the nation’s great wealth amid government missteps.
Western railroads totaling 25 companies, blocked from raising freight tariffs by an injunction issued by Judge Tadge Dyer at Hannibal Missouri, held a conference in St. Louis. They vow a major legal fight against the government, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Dawes noting the writs took effect upon signing and service has begun.
London June 2 King George granted Commander Robert E. Peary an audience at Marlborough House. Peary, discoverer of the north pole, discussed Arctic triumphs and expressed disappointment that a joint American expedition did not proceed. The king showed warm interest, noting Capt Bartlett’s role and joking the Scott south pole may become his property.
Warnings of a massacre of foreigners were received at all foreign legations in Shanghai. The notices, issued by revolutionary factions, forewarn that if foreigners and the Manchu dynasty oppose the impending revolution, massacres will be ordered.
A Meridian street window showcases a summer hats sale with dress, street, and traveling hats in blues tans greens and other shades at five dollars and up. Bats priced five dollars and up, down from ten dollars. Also listings for 20 and 25 cent fabrics in 20x43 and 24x45 inch sizes.
A new white Sherrette 18c fabric described as handkerchief linen like, suitable for tailored and lingerie styles. Width 34 inches. Regular price 23c, sale 18c a yard for one day. Located on the second floor east aisle.
London reports grave effects from Theodore Roosevelt Guildhall talk on Egypt as Egyptian nationalists react. Conservatives favoring King George, Hearst and Bryan condemn Roosevelt, while crowds anticipate further demonstrations amid Roosevelt being honored in London.
Analysts note a potential move to elevate Col Roosevelt's points in the next political contest, though conservatives may push it. Astute observers believe public reaction would be mixed as the general populace dislikes external criticisms and may resist outside commentary.
Cairo reports rising unease after Theodore Roosevelt's London speech attacking Nationalists and Egyptians. Police bolster security in expectation of demonstrations while Nationalists denounce him. Mass meetings condemn Roosevelt and push for a native assembly and constitution. Editors Sheik Youssef Ali and Ali Bey Fahmy Kamel join in sharp critiques.
Washington D C June 2 Representative Cullop of Vincennes Indiana filed with the department of justice a full record of the John R Walsh case as another step toward a pardon for the Chicago banker The record was prepared by Frank Trissal a Chicago lawyer This completes the pardon case Action is expected soon in view of Walshs health Cullop and Moss hope for a pardon or commutation and expect release under a parole bill now in conference
Ohio attorney general Denman says he can’t fully block a toll hike but will campaign this fall to back legislation enabling state agencies to curb wire communications price increases by long distance firms. He says the moves threaten residents and business with higher costs.
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