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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1900
Page
1
Frankfort seethes as authorities pursue Goebel murder links amid arrests on minor charges. Combs held in Beattyville on a blind tiger charge, suspected of knowing Goebel case details and subjected to sweating to extract a confession. Gov Taylor’s family funerals generate further interest as legal action continues in Louisville.
Desperate strikes in Chicago lead to violence on streets with an attempted murder of William Gerlich, a striking steam fitter, and an assault on contractor James B. French. Non union workers arm themselves amid claims of police protection failure as crowds gather around labor headquarters. Victor Falkenau’s harsh critique of Mayor Harrison deepens rift between city administration and contractors.
At the lighthouse mission S Capito Eve hosted Mohawk George W. Hill from Fort Huron near Niagara Falls who spoke in several Indian languages and delivered a speech on civilization and religion. He noted his English progress from shy to fluent and shared his musical voice before the audience heard three sermons and two collections.
Henderson Kentucky based Union finance company asks Indiana auditor Hart about licensing to operate in Indiana. The firm sells certificates with promised returns. The auditor says he will refuse licenses for this and similar speculative investment firms under Indiana law.
Butler College opens the spring term Friday with 200 students enrolled and classes set to begin Saturday. President Jenkins missed Friday morning sessions due to illness. The senior class is strong with two members. The Philokurian and Athenian clubs meet Friday night to elect officers. Best. $3.00 Seaton's Hat Store. Try Hoyt's Poisoned Blood Cure.
Park commissioners reject buying the triangular lot between Washington Street and the old national road near White River, citing a $57,700 asking price and lack of funds. They also set plans for Riverside park boating bids and discuss offering a five year contract with revenue shares to the city.
Parry manufacturing led rush at the stamp window Friday with a $200 check for stamps. Officials forecast the Indianapolis post office may end the fiscal year with revenue near $450,000, while assistant postmaster Elliott expects the $3,000 needed to come in by Saturday night.
The coroner investigates the death of L. C. Trester of West Indianapolis killed by a street car on Virginia Ave Tuesday. Most witnesses say the car traveled at lawful speed and the motorman rang his gong, except Martha Williams of 318 Louisiana St who disagrees.
In Masonic hall Marion camp No 3558 Modern Woodmen of America was presented a banner by W A Northcott head consul and Illinois lieutenant governor for having the largest state membership. A parade preceded the event with members carrying axes. C R Wald presided. Mayor Taggart gave a welcome and J D Voltz spoke. R Ward received the banner as Charles Bonnell of Chicago attended.
Friday bonds posted by saloon operators named Chas A Tipton John J Roller John Shiltges Edgar Hays L Graff Councilman Edward E Bernauer Frank O'Brien James T Moxley Fred Brandt Patrick B Gallagher in connection with liquor law violations.
Washington tips indicate the House preps the army appropriation bill on Thursday. Chief Wilkie of the Secret Service reports a very poor counterfeit one dollar treasury note marked with letter B and series 1891. Bruce, the register, notes the new Philippine commission will dine with President McKinley Friday night as the commission sails from San Francisco for Manila on April 15.
In Washington on March 30 Senator Pettus mocked Beveridge and Gallinger in a sharp speech on the Puerto Rican bill. He urged a caucus on the Indiana senator and defended opposition to the government’s tariff stance, while quipping about party harmony and personal life. Spooner announced notes on Puerto Rico for Monday.
In Washington on Friday a row over Senator Beveridge of Indiana dominated discussions after his Puerto Rican speech. Reports say many senators left the chamber while he spoke, leaving 22 seated and 65 seats vacant as leaders and colleagues debated the duty provision. The 15 percent tariff on Puerto Rican products was defeated 33 to 16.
Republicans and Judge Cox critique Senator Beveridge for the Puerto Rican address calling his constitutional arguments ridiculous. They condemn the insult to the Young Hoosier, though they doubt it harms his popularity and note bipartisan disapproval among senators who did not stay for the speech.
Melvin McPhearson, found in agony at East and Washington, claimed a past appendectomy in the Philippines and a saloon scuffle. Dr Trenary treated him at home on 814 Meek Street after a brief examination showed no current injury and his pain ceased.
Hastings Neb March 30 The jury returns a not guilty verdict for Viola Horlocker who faced charges of attempting to kill Mr and Mrs Morey by sending them poisoned candy in a noted court case.
Street railway workers met in a secret Mozart Hall room at 12 30 a m on Friday to back a union. Spotters failed to prevent attendance as confidence grew that about 95 percent favor the union. Talks with Gen manager McGowan were delayed to Saturday while Blue of the Central labor union warned of a possible boycott if the company refuses concessions.
Seven street car employees asked Labor Commissioner McCormack to present a petition to the central labor union. They claim most workers oppose a union since the trade is not skilled and organizers sought shorter hours higher pay with threats to strike. They say old employees were not asked to join and that they defended men discharged for dishonesty and rule violations, though they deny company involvement.
Detectives Splan and Thornton report three men George Ellis of St Louis Ea Kelly of Louisville and Harvey Young of Town were jailed after passing light counterfeit silver dollars on W Washington and W Morris streets. Two locals John Murphy and William Bezell received coins. U S authorities took the trio into custody Friday afternoon.
The Peacock special on the Santa Fe railroad traveled Los Angeles to Chicago in 58 hours 30 minutes, beating previous marks by eight hours. A. R. Peacock, vice-president of the Chicago steel company, paid 4000 for the ride and arrived 11 hours earlier than expected before heading to Pittsburg for a steel company directors meeting. The trip averaged 28.9 miles per hour with portions in Pullman and baggage cars.
The extension of time granted by the commissioners for the Central Avenue bridge expires April 1 and completion remains distant. Officials have not set a new plan but favor another extension to push the work when weather allows since no penalty clause is in the contract.
A daughter was born Thursday to Gen. and Mrs Leonard Wood. It is the first child reportedly born in the palace, marking a notable royal like event in Havana.
Prosecutor Pugh outlines a high stakes case charging Dr Calvin Fletcher with a serious crime, highlighting inconsistencies in Thomas J Coyle's testimony and questioning the medical defendant's conduct. Defense attorney Chas W Smith argues for reasonable doubt, accusing Coyle of seeking immunity and urging scrutiny of witness credibility.
At Thos. D. Swain's funeral on Saturday afternoon G T post G A R will read the burial service. The Commercial Travelers' Union and Mr. Swain's Bible class will attend. Travelers meet at Thornberg's drug store Buschmann block at 1 30 to march in a body. Pallbearers are B W Cole C W Lester J A Stevens H Nicoli J Caylor C McPherson E H Wolfe F G Woodard.
Bargains in soap sugar butter meat flour and more dominate page seven columns with liners promising value. An ad for Hecks Sursaparilla claims it never disappoints while a note mentions the Grand Hotel cafe serving meals. Delays are dangerous.
An uncensored World report from Howard C. Hillegas describes the Spionkop engagement with 350 Boer fighters facing about 2,000 British troops. It cites 650 British and 150 more dead on slopes, 200 prisoners captured, and 50 Boers killed with 123 wounded. British decapitations and burial issues are noted. Gen. Botha is hailed as hero. Sympathies extend to Mrs Joubert via Lord Roberts and Sir Evelyn Wood.
A Pretoria dispatch says Consul Hay has been asked to locate Samuel Roosevelt's son, a relative of Governor Roosevelt, in New York.
Miss Libbie Clark, long associated with the Sisters of the Good Shepherd convent, died last week from congestion of the lungs. She had foretold her death and sought the last sacraments, receiving communion and extreme unction as her health failed. She lived at the convent eight years after a career as housekeeper at St John’s parochial residence.
London dispatches say the force last week recalled from Kimberley signals General Roberts is nearing a full line advance. Boers move from Kroonstad toward Bloemfontein to harass but likely avoid direct Chinese. Basutoland border forces under Oliveira rear guard hold Ladybrand hills as logistics improve with Bethulie bridge and Gorvals Pont track openings.
Paris telegrams from Figaro and la Libre Parais report a sanguinary engagement before the French occupation of the Sagnar dasis oasis in the northwestern Sahara. Twat tribesmen suffer about 600 killed 1000 wounded and 600 captured while French losses total ten killed and several wounded. The seizure of the oasis is described as a military necessity to control Sahara supply bases.
War department compares San Juan Puerto Rico exports for February 1899 and February 1900. Total exports fell from 279 006 dollars in 1899 to 78 212 dollars in 1900. U S bound shipments dropped from 24 493 to 1 230 dollars. Coffee and leaf tobacco show large declines and refined sugar exports ended in February 1900.
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