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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1901
Page
3
In Erv Indiana on June 27 local authorities describe a large morbid gathering as bodies from the Wabash railroad wreck are prepared for burial at Feters. Affected families, survivors, and the Italian victims are discussed along with hospital support and pending damage claims.
In Bluffton Indiana on June 2 Harry Neal of Marion was forcibly ejected from the home of Charles Daugherty a Bluffton baker after it was revealed Neal is married with a wife and child. Neal had been calling on Miss Beers sister-in-law of Daugherty a Bluffton banker and was to be entertained by Bluffton relatives when Daugherty learned of his marriage. Daugherty sent an attorney to Marion who confirmed Neal's family. Neal was expelled Sunday after denial of accusations. He had previously drawn notoriety a year ago over a kidnapping charge involving Lola Truss's mother. The girl was said to be at the Nightingale home for girls in Chicago where Neal allegedly placed her.
In Muncie Indiana on June 27 a double headed calf born to William Hoover with two heads, two spines, two tails and six feet lived only minutes. A deformed puppy lacks eyes mouth and nose with boar like head and tusk ears, preserved in alcohol. described as the most curious local freak.
Gustave Moore of Pert Wayne who narrowly escaped death in the Wabash railroad wreck was married Wednesday night in Lafayette to Miss Sylvania Jones. He was in the second car and had just taken a drink at the water cooler when the plunge occurred. Uninjured, he gathered papers to flag trains and walked to Logansport, calling his escape a good omen for the future.
In Jeffersonville Indiana on Thursday evening Harry C Dunham and Mary K Link deaf mutes will marry in an Episcopal ceremony. Reverend F M Chapman will officiate with interpretation by mute minister Reverend Johnson of Louisville. About fifty deaf mute friends are expected as elaborate preparations are made. both families are prominent.
MUNCIE Ind June 27 An announced legal action targets L A Kinsey Co by a local resident. The filing details remain sketchy but indicate a civil suit to be pursued in county court.
Frazier a second hand storekeeper sues L A Kinsey and Co of Indianapolis to recover 1700 dollars lost in speculation on the Board of Trade. He had sizable property but claims he was forced into mortgage to cover debts and alleges fraud leaving him ruined financially.
Creditors of the late Jackson & Watson firm in Swayzee Marion arrived to take possession of the store only to find two old chairs remaining as assets after all stock was sold at sacrifice prices. Charges of fraud may be filed.
A scattered Indiana page reports a case of a needle injury on work, a passenger with smellpox on a B and O train in Bedford, and quarantine. Wabash and Rochester plan a trolley line with subsidies. Frankfort electric rates may shift to meter. A tailess calf at Amos Pike near Shelbyville astonishes locals. Gold fever grips Brown County farmers. Music teachers at Terre Haute seek higher standards. LaPorte County may build a drain under Panhandle tracks amid a bond case. Nashville, Brown County, remains saloon-free eight years, may face a local license fight. dynamite rumored as last resort.
John Ross, an employee of Kingan & Co, who was abducted to the insane hospital, showed interest in a small task on Thursday and appeared in good spirits. He slept well Wednesday night and doctors report no signs of epilepsy in his ward.
New Castle state authorities say Philip W. Meyers, accused of fleecing customers of $1,500 in buckle shop transactions, is in custody in Cincinnati after a three month manhunt. An earlier trip to Mount Auburn led to his capture.
Effie Logue wins a divorce from Francis in superior court with Judge Leathers ordering the ex-husband kept from visiting the children. A daughter, mishearing court terms, asks the attorney if they will receive their divorce, highlighting a family affair atmosphere.
Richmond Indiana June 27 reported National league pitcher Jot Goar has been named postmaster of New Lisbon. The naval office confirms the appointment as part of federal staffing changes affecting the town and surrounding area.
The novrth Indiana conference of the Ohio Wtceran synod is in session at Fort Wayne. Mayor Roth of Shelbyville denies a band interrupted a religious meeting there. Arcadia will not become an incorporated town. An election on this proposition failed. A big oil tank near Decatur was struck by lightning and burned. Serastua Welch of Kokomo, 60, died of sunstroke while chasing a swarm in heat. John Hahn of Laporte has a four legged chicken from a recent brood and plans a big effort. Jessie Gentry of Bloomington is seriously ill with brain congestion. her four brothers have been summoned. Omer Miller of Kokomo arrested for attempted murder of his wife, claiming it was in a dream. A Bloomington circuit court jury awarded Walter Wilson $5,500 against Consolidated Stone Company of Bedfern for a quarry injury last fall. Shelbyville moves toward mineral water discovery and plans drillings. one company already formed. Samuel Born Company of Lafayette expelled from Western Indiana grain dealers association for alleged frauds in weights and inspections. Theodore Borgstrom of Terre Haute injured?
Geo Ware of Beaumont Texas asserts that Withlacoochie valley oil is worthless and claims options are being sold to inexperienced buyers. Local oil operators dismiss the statement as false, noting ongoing indications improve daily. A company is drilling deep near Dunnellon in pursuit of a gusher with high expectations.
In Chicago on a Wednesday night Mrs. Rosa Munch collapsed in her doorway as fire engines roared and flames lit her roof. Doctors believe the fright caused her death before aid could reach her.
In Muscogee Nation I T on June 21 crowds gathered at the Dawes commission land office as Creek citizens sought to file on land near a newly found oil well at Red Forks. The find is described as valuable.
Burton Griffin, 30, died after a kissing bug bite at the Farrell foundry in Derby. A painful sting on his arm, a visible drop of blood, and illness followed within a day, with the bug seen flying away as he felt the sting two weeks earlier.
Loganport Indiana June 27 Dr J N Neff searched for a gas leak with a match He found it but his laboratory was demolished and the building set on fire He escaped injury and helped extinguish the blaze
Kathleen Graham of 1459 Florida Ave NW Washington DC writes about being advised to use Peruna after a friend suggested it for dyspepsia. She claims one bottle brought near full relief and urges others to try the remedy as an invigorating tonic, noting it is peculiar to women.
Florence Allan of 74 Walton Place Chicago says Peruna acts as a powerful tonic renewing her energy and erasing tired feelings. Dr S B Hartman president of the Hartman Sanitarium Columbus Ohio will supervise female catarrh cases this summer and offers free advice upon application to him in Columbus Ohio.
Manila reports Lieut Edward Downs of the First Infantry and a private were killed in a southern Samar battle. Private Krause of the Nineteenth Infantry fell. four Nineteenth troops wounded during an attack on Samson's camp in Bohol, which was captured. Fifty four insurgents captured in Tayabas, Luzon by Lieut McNair.
Thomas Potter clothing maker and brother of former ambassador William Potter dodges a knife thrust by Paul Lazarus, a maniac, near a trolley halt. Lazarus fled but was chased two blocks, knocked down, captured, and placed in irons after Potter sought safety in a saloon.
The Journal reports ex-President Kruger renewed his appeal for intervention in South Africa to France Germany and Russia. After discussions the three powers advised Kruger to pursue immediate submission of the Boers.
John W. Kern, residing in Oliverdale Virginia, states by dispatch that he will not run for mayor and will not accept the nomination. The notice clarifies his decision amid mounting city leadership speculation.
In St Louis on June 27 stockholders at a special meeting voted to increase the capital stock by 30 040 000 dollars to 300 000 shares with a par value of 100 each. The action was decided at the Missouri Pacific meeting held Wednesday.
Charles Brown, a colored politician, says he must be elected committee man from precinct 10, ward 4 and attend a reception by his grand army post. He asks for a way to manage both commitments.
PERLIN June 27 Financial circles were surprised by the arrest of Manager Enter of the Leipziger bank after it suspended payment Tuesday. Sensational revelations are expected.
A large Boer force attacked Richmond Cape Colony on Tuesday. Reinforcements arrived and the Boers retired as fighting continued until dusk.
The genuine product bears the signature of E. W. Grove on every box as its identifying mark. This ensures authenticity of the Laxative Brome-Quinine item.
The Board of Review met on Thursday and issued a set of assessments. Individuals or properties affected were not detailed in the available text.
George L. Griffin a switchman is identified as the likely assailant behind six months of attacks on women in Denver Col He was arrested Wednesday evening shortly after striking a woman and wounded by a gunshot fired by a bystander during the incident
Grain market notes show No 2 red wheat at 66, milling freight rates, No 2 white oats at 29 to 28 percent, corn firm with multiple white and yellow grades, hay prices for timothy at 11.25 to 11.75, inspections list several consignments by grade and car count. The report records car totals: wheat four, corn fifteen, hay two.
Chicago markets show wheat higher at 66 to 67 1/2 cents in July and 67 1/2 to 68 1/2 for September with corn down about 4 cents. Oats ease around 2% to 4 cents, provisions list pork futures around 14.87 per unit and live stock and dairy quotes include butter at 19 cents, cheese varieties at about 9 1/2 to 15 1/4 cents, and eggs near 12 cents per dozen. Poultry prices note chickens at 8 cents, hens and springers around 8 to 10 cents, and turkeys about 6 to 7 cents a pound.
The Suir medical board authorized the first certificates for osteopaths under the recent law. Licenses will be printed and mailed to county clerks for holders including George V. Menstadt Emma P. McGarr F. W. Hannah Belle F. Hannah Geo. R. Price Jennie D. Peterson A. Peterson H. W. Chatfield John F. E. Baker Charles A. Rector Edward G. Goth George W. Tull Frank L. Tracy Julia Fogarty Charles Sommer Maitie B. C. Sommer J. B. Winsinger Dorcas E. McNicoll Alta Corbin Curry W. A. McConnell Harry C. McClain Frank H. Smith Sokomo.
At the Union Stock Yards Indianapolis June 57 cattle receipts 200 shipments quoted for good to prime export steers 1350 to 1500 lbs fair to good cows and calves light stockers and feeders cows and calves and bulls listed with price ranges. Hogs receipts 4000 shipments fair good to medium and light and heavy packs prices given. Sheep and lambs receipts 175 shipments small to large lambs yearlings and wethers with price ranges for good to choice and common grades. Stable market highlights include price spreads across cattle hogs and sheep with mixed quality offerings.
At Indianapolis Interstate Stock Yards on June 27 receipts of hogs totaled 700 with 60 load shipments. Quotations ranged from good to choice for assorted mix, with medium and heavy weights and common to good lights also noted. Prices and exact bids appear partially garbled in the report.
A dense list of market prices for poultry including turkey hens young toms and ducks, cheeses such as New York full creams and domestic Swiss, butter, eggs, hides and tallow, and a wide range of candies nuts and groceries with city prices for coffee sugars and packaged goods.
A dense catalog of groceries and supplies with prices for flour, beans, molasses, rice, salt, spices, canned goods, coal, drugs, and meats. Includes produce like cabbage onions lemons and oranges, oysters and fish, and household items such as wood dishes and twine. Contains numerous named brands and regional pricing details.
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