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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1910
Page
7
Mrs. Nellie Shepherd slipped at 245 Virginia avenue and fell, triggering a quick response as Bicycle Policemen Trimpe and Rucker dashed after an ambulance and a crowd. She was assisted to her room with a lump the size of an egg on her head and no serious injury reported.
Cincinnati report states Chairman Herrmann of the National Commission would vote on Johnny Kling Cubs catcher at 5 pm. An answer from Presidents Johnson and Lynch was awaited. if either declines, a commission meeting in Cincinnati would be called to consider the matter promptly.
Los Angeles March 22. Catcher Billy Sullivan shows marked improvement in hospital. Doctors and wife report crisis past and hope to save his life and leg. He will stay hospitalized until travel possible and then recuperate with his mother in Santa Barbara.
The Commercial Bowling league joins the Indiana State Bowling Association with ten teams. The state tournament begins April 3 at Marion alleys. A captain’s meeting will be held Monday night at the Marion club to distribute admission tickets. Multiple teams from local leagues will compete, with entries from various Indiana cities.
Herbert M. Wilson of the United States Geological Survey estimates annual smoke damage and waste in the United States at 50 million dollars in large cities alone, about six dollars per person. This figure highlights the burden on urban populations.
Harry Lewis travels from Paris to London to fight middleweight champion Tom Thomas before the National Sporting Club. The international balloon race trophy vanishes en route from Southampton to New York. Mun Ying Chun likely joins Yate freshman baseball. he’s a natural hitter from Honolulu. D. M. Chung praised as top coxswain in a parasquad. Ducky Holmes predicts Jeffries will meet Johnson and win after July 4. Charley Waite defeats Tommy Dixon in Memphis. Wilson of Mechanicsville debuts as a sprinter at Coe University. James J. Hogan’s Yale football funeral held in Torrington Connecticut. he was a self-made student with millionaire chums. Buckingham, three seasons with Princeton, to coach Colorado School of Mines. Michigan denial to rejoin the Big Eight is official. Effie Miller sues Indianapolis Traction and Terminal for 25000 dollars for injuries from a Riverside car accident on June 5, 1900. jury selection underway.
The Waverley company offers a $50 prize to the owner of the best decorated privately owned car in the big auto parade next week. The event tops a week of displays proclaimed to exceed any previous flower parade. Auto dealers plan elaborate exhibits and novel ideas to attract public attention as Thursday night’s Indianapolis Automobile Trade association meeting closes preparations for show week.
London reports a new European political alignment and possible alteration of the triple alliance within a short time after Russia and Austria signed an agreement on the Balkans. Semiofficial circles deem it significant despite German opposition as the czar's Italian visit undercuts Germany's stance. The episode aims to ease far eastern conflict, once seen as likely to cause war.
The Indianapolis Y M C A track team will travel to Louisville to compete in an invitational meet hosted by a Louisville high school. The trip roster is being finalized and attention focuses on the Y M C A squad and the Cincinnati Gym team as they prepare for Saturday night tests.
Charley Cerr, Indianapolis manager and first baseman, was better today but still in bed. He will borrow a first baseman from Detroit to play against the Tigers in San Antonio. Jack Hayden suffers a severe lagrippe attack and must remain in San Antonio until he recovers.
Revival of horsemanship grows as autos dominate roads. London and Regent's Park Riding School report rising interest, health benefits, and new riders. In the United States parks show renewed demand as women seek fashion and comfort, preferring the horse to motor car attire and mobility.
An ordinance introduced by President Johnson restricts garages and automobile repair shops to the downtown district unless residents allow other locations and prohibits them near churches or schools. A garage promoter must present to the Board of Works a property description and owners’ list, after which the board seeks the owners’ input before permitting. Violations carry a $100 first fine and $25 each day thereafter.
A grand arena is planned for the Jeffries-Johnson bout with an octagonal pavilion 320 feet across and 400 feet high at the rear. It will feature 162 press seats near the Ting, plush seats priced up to 30 dollars, and tiers ranging from 25 to 5 dollars. If filled, promoters expect about 400000 dollars profit.
Police hunt Greek member Stan of Stan Nicholas grocers at 607 West Washington street after he reportedly took 415 dollars of firm funds yesterday. Last report places him in a clothing store buying a new spring outfit.
The Atlas Engine Base ball club seeks two outfielders and one catcher. Apply to Murray Jester, Atlas Engine Works.
K. L. Stockton of Monticello Indiana has been elected captain of the Purdue basketball team for next year.
Plans are under way for a boxing match at Anderson on April 2 featuring Jack Dillon of Indianapolis versus Rube May, Michigan welterweight champion. Likely semi final appearances include Young Donnelly of Indianapolis and Young Peters of Anderson.
Massillon report describes Catherine Manz accused of poisoning her 10 year old sister Elizabeth after envying her fine clothes. Insanity will be her defense as police note possible mental illness. Catherine bought strychnine and chloroform, gave shocking statements, and fled with clothes. She awaits preliminary hearing.
George C Lee of the firm Lee Higginson & Co a Boston financial leader for over fifty years died yesterday on his eightieth birthday He had fallen seriously ill about a month earlier His death affects the Roosevelt family as his daughter was the ex President s first wife Alice Lee and Mrs Nicholas Longworth is a granddaughter of Mr Lee
New York senator Thomas F. Grady claimed he did not receive any payment for backing the 1904 Grady re-insurance act. He acknowledged backers and testimony may be sought as fire insurance investigators review the bill, which Gov. Odell signed and remains on the statute books. Grady defended the measure amid earlier opposition from fire insurance companies.
New York March 22 The trial of F Augustus Heinze on a charge of juggling funds of the Mercantile National Bank where he served as an officer was set for April 25 by Judge Holt in the U S district court.
Chicago March 22 The city council approved a hatpin ordinance by 65 to 2. The measure permits fines up to 50 dollars for anyone wearing a hatpin with the point exposed more than half an inch beyond the hat crown.
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