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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1899
Page
2
The Louisville convention sees Gen. P. Wat Hardin announce his withdrawal amid a heated storm over Goebel and Stone. Delegates react with accord as Hardin forgives foes and urges Democrats to unite behind the nominee and platform. Balloting opens with Stone and Goebel named for governor.
Louisville reporters say the Har din and Stone faction adjourned the convention at 2 35 with the first ballot unfinished. Stone led with Goebel while Hardin remained nearly even as changes continued until 6 p m.
Henry F. Prather, consulting engineer for the United States Playing Card Company, said Indianapolis branch will likely move to Cincinnati soon. Curtis of the local branch had no details but saw potential benefits. The local factory staffs about 250 workers.
Joseph T. Fanning will probably be the new chairman of the city democratic committee after returning from St. Louis. He would not commit until he had time to consider the offer, while current chair W W Spencer plans to call primaries to select delegates for a July 3 meeting to choose a chairman. Newark cruiser Newark departed Montevideo May 17 under hurry orders and arrived at Port Low after storms in the Magellan Straits.
Petersburg dispatch reports the Russian government has appropriated 11,000,900 rubles about 8,250,000 dollars for port improvements in Arthur China. The decision was announced on June 24 and reflects efforts to enhance harbor facilities and trade capacity.
Delphia Pennsylvania June 24 Rev liver rettor of St Luke's parish Kearney Nebraska died Friday in Episcopal hospital. Local notes indicate obituaries and church notices as part of the page. The report also mentions the New Board of Equalization assessing railway values by earning capacity in the state.
Evidence in the Chase hearing before Gov. Pingree was concluded with a lengthy plea by Alfred for the father. Telegrams from two New York specialists stated that young Chase is in good mental condition. No decision from Gov. Pingree was expected on Saturday.
Chattanooga Tenn Time 24 reports a meeting of the Southern stove manufacturers association deciding another price increase. Most stoves to rise at least 1 percent and some grades over 16 percent, totaling a 25 to 60 percent rise since iron price hikes earlier this year.
The Inter National Typographical Union looks poised to win its push to merge with the International Machinists Union. President Gompers of the American Federation of Labor backs the move, while the AL PY Tu opposes. One sixth of Linotype machinists resist joining, making the conflict appear hopeless as the LT. UY edict takes effect July 1.
An attempt to wreck the Pennsylvanian passenger train near Massillon Ohio occurred Friday night two miles west of North Lawrence. Railway ties were placed on the track but were struck by a freight ahead of the passenger train, causing one car to derail.
Notices report bonded mining property in Los Angeles with $30 000 stake and potential $60 000 yield from a $15 per ton ore. Madison man dies after surgery for ingested nails blades and wire. Maxwell ashes scattered at Mississippi bridge per his wishes after self inflicted death. New York patient near death from tea and tobacco habit. Allister Digney of Calcutta treated for malaria misdiagnosed.
Hatta Smith, colored, received a penalty from Judge Cox for stealing cigars from Henry Ahlens. Clarence Snyder accepted a promise to assess the limit against scorchers. It cost Clarence $15. Ed Williams and Frank Gallagher, former Stout dog show employees, are at police headquarters charged with breaking into and robbing one of the show. they will be tried Tuesday.
Acting Secretary Allen relieves Commander Todd of the Wilmington and names Commander Airborne as his successor. Officials say the change follows Todd’s sea tour expiration not Brazil negotiations. Brazilians accuse Todd of sailing up the Amazon sans permission. he says he had assurance. The voyage allegedly prompted a Brazilian insult at Manaos and likely reparations.
Judge Carter issued a Saturday order for the arrest of Alonzo Pettit after a divorce from Julia Pettit. Pettit was to pay a weekly support for three children, which Julia claimed had not been paid. He failed to appear in court and was ordered arrested by the sheriff.
Commissioner McGregor remains firm for a stone bridge at Central Avenue. The ornamental iron structure is planned for this summer with a bed level and towers at the approaches, a design to resemble a stone bridge closely. The high cost may limit further courthouse area improvements.
Labor commissioner Schmid, moved by the governor to Eveansville, has returned and expects no further trouble. He conferred with miners and operators the day before the attack on imported colored men and did not suspect danger. He bore a copy of a judge’s injunction from the Van derburg circuit court, filed at the John Ingle coal company’s request, against 54 or 80 named miners and unknown others, restraining further action until Sept. 4.
John Lewis, jailed in LaPorte, says he can solve the Flora bank robbery case involving 40,000 dollars. He claims to know the men behind the plundering and will reveal details if granted freedom.
The Fifth United States Cavalry has taken command from Captain Black at the local recruiting station. A photograph accompanying the item notes that since the photo was taken, his mustache has grown.
James Swihart a 77 year old man and John Strader 40 spent Friday night at police headquarters after a fight in Strader’s room at 11 N West Street Swihart required hospital treatment for facial wounds Strader says the injuries came from Swihart falling on a stove Swihart claims an ax struck him during the incident
The city signed a ten year franchise with the Indianapolis Gas Company inserting a proviso to count all gas in measurements for rate reductions, even if not used for lighting. Rates range from 31 to 99 cents per 1000 cubic feet as consumption bands are reached. semi annual consumption reports, meter scrutiny, and arbitration clauses accompany the new terms.
Cleveland Ohio June 24 The street railway company rejects the strikers version of the settlement proposal prompting the workers to reconsider the company offer.
Col William Ticklin former Missouri legislator and cattle inspector at the stock yards died Friday at St Vincent's hospital after a week with yellow jaundice. He lived with his son at 1244 Silver Ave West Indianapolis. His wife was visiting in Denver. He served in the Black Horse Confederate Cavalry in Missouri and held six terms in the Missouri legislature and long served as Big Four ticket agent at Union Station. He spoke at a federal soldiers gathering recently with caution about the current topic.
The Wallace parade on Saturday drew a full crowd before 2 PM. Featured were lady horseback riders in bloomers, prominent charioteers, a camel train led by native-costume keepers, a painted wild man atop a cage, three bands, a wagon of chimes and a calliope.
The franchise limits gas use to illumination, leaving consumers at the mercy of the company. Artificial gas for heating or lighting costs $125 per 1,600 cubic feet. City attorney Kern says fuel rates are for future consideration.
Tod residents report a wild man terrorizing east town. A posse pursued him into the woods and captured him after a two mile chase. He is described as a beast-like figure unable to speak and crouching in the jail.
Classifieds list furnished front rooms for rent at various addresses including 403 BE Ohio 427 Virginia ave and 225 W Michigan plus jobs and a funeral notice for Mrs Mary Kirkhoff. Also seeks a chambermaid dining room girl and a trustworthy boy for work.
The school board heard bids for new school buildings and improvements on Saturday afternoon. Lowest bids included William P. Jungelaus for several five to eight room structures with amounts ranging from 11 789 to 27 950, Albert Von Spreckelson for a four room building at 6778, and J A Schumaker Company for No 38 at 11789.
Hoosier Elks in St Louis on June 24 report Indiana lodges securing two prizes. Terre Haute Lodge No. 436 wins fourth prize worth 150 dollars for general appearance and costumes, while Greensburg Lodge No. 437 earns 150 dollars for having the largest parade percentages.
New Albany Ind June 24 Frederick Brooks 20 shot himself Friday night after a quarrel with Miss Carrie Code. The bullet passed through his lung and he will die. Brooks formerly lived at Madison Ind.
Fifteen hundred molders at the American Car Foundry in Jeffersonville Ind walked out Saturday afternoon after the company failed to pay workers weekly The stoppage reflects demands for weekly wages and labor unrest in the plant To date no further details on negotiations or replacements were reported
Jerry T. Hulburt and Claude H. Faulkner have been raised from substitute postal clerks to regular positions, effective immediately. Their promotion strengthens the local postal operation and recognizes their service.
A fragment invites readers to use and read The Sun's Lines on the seventh page, signaling continued content or features inside the issue.
A switch engine collided with a dray driven by Cousins on Saturday, breaking the wagon. The wagon was taken to a shop and the railroad settled for the damages, reported as a rapid settlement in the same day.
A testimonial in Indianapolis extols Morrow's Kid-neoids for kidney and urinary disorders. John Butsch of 1034 South East Street recounts relief after using the product, now sold in wooden boxes at fifty cents per two weeks, from Sloan Drug Co. Manufacturer John Morrow & Co., Springfield, Ohio.
Live stock prices listed for export and shipping cattle, steers by weight and grade, including good to prime, fair to medium, and heavy classifications. Also notes on yearlings, calves, and sheep with varying price ranges and changes from prior quotes.
The listing shows wheat No 6 red and No 5 total mixed with No 4 white corn and No 7 white mixed readings. Entries include oats hay timothy and various colored wheat notes with prices and lot counts noted in a dense, OCR readout.
R. R. Shiel & Co. notes a steady market with heavy weights and light workers and pigs traded. Chicago reports a lower market, likely affecting receipts and prices, with cattle market described as strong and prices quoted in ranges such as 259 to 350, 200 to 230, and 190 to 160 across various weight classes.
Fragmented OCR notes list job headings including Wanted Male Help and Pew items flowing under headings with scattered terms. The readable text hints at classified ads or recruitment lines but lacks full context or clear owners.
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