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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1900
Page
1
London dispatch dated March 4 quotes President Kruger urging boers to stand fast and trust the Lord. The report notes rumors of peace talks and a planned Boer withdrawal. Boers abandoned stores and destroyed several bridges as 4000 men moved toward Plandslaagte to cut off retreat.
Ladysmith dispatch reports Col Knox guiding about 2000 troops to recon north of the railway on March 1. The column moved via the Newcastle road, striking Boer rear guards at Gun Hill Long Hill and Pepworths Hill. Artillery drove the Boers from positions, who then focused on Modder Spruit station loading airway trucks as the third train departed. No opposition met the British advance.
London dispatch reports Gen. Roberts again on the move with minor shifts by other British commanders. A Boer force is known on the Bloemfontein road while Dundonald’s horse patrols north of Ladysmith. The Boers are gathering at Biggersburg as British options include advancing toward Laing's nek or pressuring the Drakensberg barriers. Parliament notes a proposed loan of 20 to 30 million pounds for 12 years and 7 million in treasury bonds.
Coroner Nash, defeated in the renomination bid by Dr. Brayton, predicts many Southside Republicans will bolt the ticket. He blames neglect of Southside and farmers and notes you can lead a horse to water but can’t make him drink. Miss Castor, Nash’s clerk, spent the day in Tomlinson hall and could not tell whether Mr. Taylor or Dr. Brayton chaired.
The Times-Herald blasts President McKinley over Puerto Rico policy warning the Republican Party faces defeat next November if cutting free trade to Puerto Rico is not adopted. It urges McKinley to acknowledge the mistake and undo the wrong to Puerto Rico to regain popular confidence.
John O. Spahr discussed the county convention result, saying he knew of his defeat days before and withdrew late to avoid claims of bias. He stated belief that a people selected candidate is stronger than a ring choice, and pledged to support the ticket and aid its election.
Washington March 5. The United States Supreme Court on Monday affirmed a Kansas rule that a business corporation is secured by the individual liability of its stockholders in the Whitman versus National Bank of Oxford Kansas case.
Mrs. Matilda Moore, boardinghouse keeper at 209 East New York Street, was shot in the face by two men described as tall and short after a night confrontation. Joseph James, 624 West Pearl Street, is jailed on loitering charges amid a police probe that links several local figures, including John Austin and Al the lumber dealer, to the case. Detectives pledge to pursue leads as Mrs. Moore’s daughter offers conflicting statements and blamed parties deny involvement. The wound is painful but not fatal.
On Monday afternoon John H. Austin of 533 Bates Street was arrested and charged with shooting Mrs Moore. Detectives have learned that Austin and William Hall visited the Moore home on Saturday.
At Merchan Street church union ministers met Monday morning Rev J Cumming Smith read on church distribution. He argued churches are too bunched up. Dr C C Lasby and others debated roles of small churches and potential positions. Dr Taylor suggested converting spires into missionary funds.
Charles S. Swick filed his appeal bond in criminal court Monday the appeal to the supreme court was granted and he was fined for possessing quail during the closed season. Sportsmen across the state await the case outcome as no decision on the quail law has been handed down.
Charles and Thomas Moore faced police court on a charge of assault and battery after a Saturday spree ended in a scuffle at home. Thomas, a tailor, and his son Charles were both arrested but discharged after the father tried to leave the courtroom and was ordered back by Detective Asch.
Frank M Kupferle of Hoyt Avenue was arrested on Friday and later adjudged sane on Monday. He was taken to City Hospital by ambulance amid strong objections. He initially resisted the ride and refused the hospital elevator, calling it a smoke stack.
Debs and fellow social democrats meet at Reichwein's hall to select a presidential candidate with Eugene V. Debs likely to be nominated but uncertain about accepting. The slate lists four vice presidential hopefuls including Wayland, McCartney, Harriman, and Bayes, as Berger explains the group’s aims and the party’s stance on collective ownership and workers' value.
Fragmentary line from an editorial praising a leader who admits mistakes and acts to rectify them, signaling a call for responsible governance. The quote hints at ethical reform and accountability in public service.
Washington dispatch notes Chairman Hernly of the Indiana Republican Committee has urged Hoosier senators and representatives to oppose the Puerto Rican bill. He warned that passage by the Senate could deal a serious blow to the Republican cause in Indiana and threaten the state ticket’s defeat. He spoke after a meeting with President McKinley on Monday to press the warning.
Frank Felsberg of the Hope News Journal spoke at the Occidental on Monday about district 4 politics. He predicts Marion Griffith will secure the Democratic nomination with light opposition, noting regional vote splits and a few rising Republican contenders. He also cites the Puerto Rican tariff bill as aiding Democratic hopes in Indiana.
Mrs Brigham of Bates Street moved to the contagious disease pavilion at City hospital on Sunday with smallpox. The house had been under quarantine and was the home of Mrs Maggie Spurling, who was sent to hospital days earlier with the same disease. her daughter Lissie aged years also resided there.
A Fall Creek and Senate Ave delegation pressed the Board of Works to revisit the straightening plan. Spokesmen Theodore F. Harrison and Cal Darnell faced resident reluctance over assessment payments as the board eyed property benefits and damages. If acted, the plan would reclaim the creek bed for abutting property and include a Benate Ave bridge. Commissioner Albert Sahm will visit Toledo to inspect hot water heating, with council members and Commercial Club officials joining. The Sun Vapor Light Co. was paid 599.08 for 262 street lights in February with $1 deducted for unlit lamps. A wooden block pavement project was approved for Tenth St from Fort Wayne to Massachusetts Ave.
Petitions received for creosoted wooden block pavement on Meridian from Fall Creek to Thirty-fourth. Plans also call for grading and graveling roadway and sidewalks on Ringgold Avenue from Beecher to Iowa, signaling upcoming construction proposals and public works activity.
The formal candidacy announcement by Senator N. W. Gilbert of Angola for lieutenant governor is noted. A Cincinnati report about a Harrison presidential boom drew quiet smiles in Indianapolis, with denial that such a bid was ever considered. General Marrison’s stance on the Puerto Rican tariff bill spurred a jest, while in Addison township Shelby county the Watson faction suffered a heavy defeat to Spurlin, ex Johnson faction leader.
John Wolf of 818 Ebmst was in police court on Monday accused of stealing 340 dollars from Anna Weiss a widow who kept the money in a keg in her cellar at 403 W Morris. He was a painter who worked at her home Saturday. Judge Daly discharged him. Evidence included a paint stained knee and a black fuzz spot on the window sill. Wolf tied a kiss with his wife when leaving and warned her not to talk. He has one child and is about age unknown.
Elia White sues Charles R White for divorce alleging excessive drinking and desertion. She seeks custody of two children and 300 alimony. She accuses him of stabbing her with a table fork. Other suits include Alexander Fester versus Mary Foster and Randall Hodges versus Elizabeth Hodges, both on desertion grounds.
Reporters visited numerous downtown saloons on a Sunday evening discovering hidden or curtain separated “Sunday rooms” and easy backdoor access at many venues. Bars, back stairs, and alley entrances concealed weaker enforcement while patrons drank visibly.
The court granted Frank Maus a petition to change his name to Frank Maus Fauvre. The change applies to him and his family, including children, and reflects a smoother pronunciation from their Alsace Lorraine origin. No rights or obligations under prior contracts are affected.
About 60 union horseshoeers walked out Monday morning after employers refused wage increases. Roughly 40 shops are affected, though none closed. Demands include 15 dollars weekly for floormen, 17 for firemen, 16.50 for floor and firemen, plus 50 cents per hour overtime. They seek nine hours for five days and eight on Saturday. Denis Egan and partners signed a yearlong agreement elsewhere. Mrs Taggart’s carriage horses were refused service at Egan’s shop until he intervened.
Weather forecast for Indianapolis and nearby areas calls for cloudy skies with occasional rain in the three hours ending at 5 p.m. on March 6. Expect moisture overnight Monday into Tuesday with temperatures around 34 at noon and 32 by 2 p.m. Weather notes mention earlier remedies and ad copy rather than forecast details.
New Haven March 5 A domestic Pauline Fitzgerald aged 19 has been in traction at General Hospital for six weeks. Initially in a deep sleep despite liquid nourishment, she remained in a protracted trance. She was moved to Shirley Side Home where she opened her eyes briefly but remains largely unresponsive as doctors assess the cause.
A short market note reports limited jewelry stock, with emphasis on complete selections in core pieces. Buyers are urged to act quickly to secure items before shelves run empty and prices stabilize.
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