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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1902
Page
1
June 24 report states King Edward's coronation has been postponed due to his medical condition after a Tuesday morning operation for perityphlitis. Unconfirmed rumors swirl as London crowds await official word and new date.
Boston report states Jane Toppan the nurse, to be sent to Taunton insane hospital, confessed to murdering 31 people with morphine and poisons. She claims fires she started as a nurse were to satisfy a passion, though judges doubt some details.
Edward Casey of Kingan's tried three times to let a switch engine run him over in the Vandalia yards Monday night. He admitted wanting to die while drunk, was dragged off the tracks by train crews, later jailed for drunkenness, and, sobering up Tuesday, claimed confusion over his actions. He apologized for disturbing railroad workers and paid a $1 fine plus costs.
Patrolman Silvey attempted to press a case in police court against Special Policeman Nolan for obstructing the sidewalk at Missouri and Washington streets. Nolan operates a merry go round nearby and claimed a right to stay. A rough fight occurred. Silvey escorted Nolan to the patrol box, but Judge Stubbs released him, saying police court was not a proper venue.
George H. Barnes of 2044 Highland Place was injured on an E Tenth Street car when a sign fell from its post near Kiss iing's Drug Store at Tenth Street and Brookside Avenue. He was on the running board but escaped serious harm and returned home after treatment. authorities suspect the sign was not securely fastened.
A local jewelry stock is described as first class and reasonably priced. The ad promotes selling diamonds, rings, or watches from ten dollars upward. Contact J. P. Mullally at 28 Monument Place.
A notice indicates dentist Joseph Goode removed from 327 838 Newton in the Claypool Building. No further details provided.
Tuesday hog prices rose sharply with Chicago at 7.95 per hundredweight and other markets showing similar gains. Traders expect prices to hit eight dollars by Thursday amid widespread record runs, with receipts around 6.00 in the period. Cincinnati and Buffalo reported 7.50 and 7.00 respectively.
Springfield June 24 The state fair board received word from President Roosevelt that during his October 2 visit he will not participate in public handshaking. He cites his desire to end the custom and the strain on the guest plus the disappointment of many who cannot reach him.
City health inspector Frank Noble reports hotels and restaurants poorly kept. He cites a eight-foot cesspool under a hotel kitchen and refrigerators caked with dirt. Noble urges ongoing inspections to improve cleanliness and prevent foul odors.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 36 hours ending at 8 pm June 25 shows showers Tuesday afternoon and night and Wednesday. Temperature at 7 am 60 noon 68 2 pm 71. Showers and warmer in Indiana and adjacent states.
Police report two slot machines seized from Dan Smith's gambling rooms will be returned after hearings. Supt Taffe says Smith claims ownership. machines labeled as not his could incur $200 damages if smashed. Officials warn any future finds will be destroyed.
Proceeds from a Monday garden party hosted by Marjorie Louise MacGowan May Monica Sheerin raised 100 dollars with 7 dollars expense. No item sold above five cents. Half goes to the Fresh Air Mission at Fairview, the remainder to a fund aiding poor children to visit the country.
Reports from London indicate King is in extremely critical condition with a surgical operation required after a recrudescence. Authorities warn recovery is highly unlikely and the coronation fate hangs in doubt as medical family observers stay at the palace overnight.
London dispatch reports the operation on King Edward is completed. The king regained consciousness and is now asleep, indicating a successful procedure and stable condition.
London crowds react with shock as news spreads that the coronation will be postponed due to the king's serious illness. Official notice states all London celebrations are delayed while country events proceed as planned and a coronation dinner for London's poor should not be postponed.
Government leader Arthur Balfour said on Tuesday afternoon the king’s condition is serious and grave but he will not adjourn the house to avoid public alarm. He emphasized everything possible is being done and no public panic will be caused.
London reports the lord mayor has ordered the stands in front of the mansion house dismantled ahead of any coronation procession. Many in the city doubt the coronation will occur with no date set for ceremonies and fear weeks may pass before action.
Ambassador Choate confirms King Edward's illness to the State Department, prompting official wishes for his recovery. Meanwhile London reports thousands of life insurance policies tied to the king’s life, with surging rates from 3 to 10 percent as insurers fear large losses if his health worsens.
Wages for day labor in Indianapolis reach $1.95 a day with contractors seeking any available men. Common laborers earn $1.59 to $1.75 daily as demand climbs for skilled workers. Superannuated bricklayers, paid 40 cents an hour by union rule, are now pushing for 50 cents.
Governor Durbin returns from Michigan City where an investigating commission on convict labor conditions has reported. The commission includes Labor Commissioner McCormack Charity secretary Amos Butler and others. Durbin would not discuss the commission findings and may travel to Jeffersonville Wednesday to review the Michigan City prison.
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