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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1901
Page
1
A fragmented report alleges Controller Johnson is using actions against public evils to secure a mayoral nomination with Taggart machine backing. Republican observers question his independence, suggesting Johnson could win conservative support while maintaining ties to Taggart against rival reformers.
The grand jury session examined 115 witnesses and returned eight indictments. One man, Albert Wildoffke, was discharged after being charged with obtaining money under false pretenses. Indictments listed include Hardin Wilson and Thomas Connors for robbery, Edward Brown for assault and battery, Robert Hobbs for blackmail and petit larceny, Edward Watkins for forgery. Continued cases include William Le Barge for robbery, Jacob Joesen for rape, Gustie Francis for assault with intent to kill.
Chaos erupted at a chitlin party near Martin avenue and Sixteenth Street as a quarrel over dancing led to a melee and bottle and razor threats. Police arrested 12 with several fined and others discharged. the crowd scattered as officers closed in.
Mrs Susan Charles 70 wife of Abram Charles died at her home 609 N West at at 16a.m. Saturday She was well known in Indianapolis and had lived in the house since 1865 The funeral will be held Monday afternoon.
Detroit observers report May 11 that Meybury plans to request the governor to remove Police Commissioner Aqarews amid calls for leadership change in the city's police department.
The Martinsville Reporter notes the debate between the Tarkington and Smith propositions to connect Martinsville with Indianapolis by electric rail. The Tarkington group accuses the rival of bluffing while asserting financing and private right of way efforts. A circuit court board of arbitration was named to settle price disputes with property owners for the line.
The steamer Bon Voyage burned Friday night at Houghton Michigan. Five passengers from the Altman family, including grandmother, mother, and three children, drowned while attempting to escape the fire. The tragedy occurred as the vessel caught fire and occupants rushed to the lifeboats. authorities investigated the disaster and identified the victims.
President McKinley arrived in Monterey California for a two day stay at the Delmonte hotel. Early Saturday a six horse tallyho drive greeted him as reception committees and children with flowers lined the streets of Monterey and Pacific Grove. In the afternoon he visited the G A R encampment at Pacific Grove.
Judge Baker held a brief kinder garten class in federal court on Saturday with Attorney O'Hara of Danville as the sole pupil. A brick wall plumb rule amuses the jury as O'Hara finally grasps the point during the Hazen & Co. versus McCarvey case about a $5,000 claim at the Danville soldiers' home. Terry Coyne's case against Seymour Denton was continued to May 31. Denton is improving but detained.
Mrs. Nicholas Johantgen aged 53 died from injuries after falling from a second story window while walking in her sleep. She left ten children and several relatives, with the funeral set for Monday at Sacred Heart church.
Benjamin F. Lester sues James and John M. Cranor for 2500 alleging partnership and bank operations at Cranor's bank in Daleville with a promissory note for 8000 percent interest. Adah Painter sues for 250. Bank ceased Oct. 1, 190. Lester also sues James Cranor and Aaron Campfield for 500 tied to Cranor's brick company.
The Indiana Commandery of the Loyal Legion met at Lafayette to discuss Col Russell E Harrison, former inspector general of Porto Rico, and to urge Indiana Senators and Congressmen to secure justice. Admirals Brown said proceedings are secret, but all in Indiana favor Harrison. Friends of ex President Harrison voiced deep support as Spanish American War veterans in Indianapolis acted similarly, hoping for a court of inquiry.
William Graeser, a German resident of Center Point, was notified of his father’s death in Germany and that he inherits about 75000 dollars. About 46200 dollars are now in Belmont Bank New York credited to Graeser. Graeser once served as a German army lieutenant before fleeing to this country. In a separate incident Arthur Mann a brakeman on the C&E railroad fell between cars at Coal Bluff near here Friday evening and was probably fatally injured. He was brought to this city.
Charles M. Schwab, president of United States Steel, testified before the industrial commission on the amalgamation of steel companies. He described the United States Steel Corp as a clearinghouse for mutual protection, with each company retaining its individuality. He argued high wages and opportunity for ability, opposed labor unions as limiting advancement, and favored tariffs to protect labor costs. He cited railroad rail costs to Europe and suggested a world steel–iron combination as possible. He claimed the large capital combines benefit both workers and capitalists.
Henry Dinges the unions secretary has resigned and gone to work in Herman Goths shop after opposing the union action to remove helpers. He handed over books Friday and started work Saturday as Clarke and Sons and Goths resumed union plumbers. Masters have not yet moved to hire non union men. Structural iron workers gain 15 new members and upholsterers add 15. Teamsters demand 35 cents per hour for man and team to contractors. Iron molders await Nordyke Marmon company reply, expecting Monday adjustment.
City Board of Works and Jeup with J E McGettigan and T H Hazelrigg surveyed a proposed rail right of way from the city limits along White River to the Union tracks on Louisiana Street. Locals urged an alternate access via J M I or I W routes. McGettigan warned of control by Pennsylvania system if chosen. The group favored a path along the starch plant switch or parallel to it, with feasibility to be studied.
Norfolk Virginia May 11 1889 E V Matthews a former minister was jailed for habitual drunkenness after his wife died leaving a baby boy. The man sank into street lounging and drinking while cherishing his child who often slept beside him. At trial the boy clung to him crying papa will be good and the pair now share a jail cell.
The city will not compel Woodruff Place residents to fund the E Michigan street sewer. Woodruff Place is an independent corporation with its own system. A prior court ruling against the city over charging late Jouls Raschig for E Tenth street opened as a setback. A two foot wide strip around the place, owned by the corporation, was dedicated in the original plat. A 300 foot north strip lacks a sewer, with drainage toward E Tenth street. Residents in that area may access the sewer if they pay the benefits, per President Sahm of the Board of Works. The city will not deal with individuals. the town board would need to levy.
Albert Gall and Hamilton & Co. deny promising to sign the floor layers union scale after blue rhetoric. They say they are not recognizing Blue and are negotiating with Labor Commissioner McCormack and C L U President Feltmann. The firms claim Blue misrepresented positions to trap a signature and say they will sign McCormack’s compromise of 2.50 for nine hours with union recognition and arbitration once minor changes are made.
Dr W B Clarke an anti vacinationist questions the smallpox diagnosis at school 47 in Indianapolis noting no disease in family and an early lifting of quarantine. He cites birthmark misread as symptoms and describes later development of lesions, with a ten day quarantine then lifted. The last local quarantine was at 2030 Lewis st with four cases since Feb 11, all recovered.
New Rochelle, May 11. Thomas Findley, nine, died Friday afternoon from convulsions after swallowing a cent’s worth of poisoned candy. Source could not confirm where the candy was purchased.
Indianapolis saloon keepers plan to attend a Cincinnati Royal Arch convention next week. Legal action looms as Rogers of Hot Springs opposes the meeting, claiming irregularity and aiming to retain copyright and control. A reorganization effort may exclude Rogers and allies, with court proceedings likely if pursued.
Mueller and Westing announce their annual Cleveland bicycle run on Sunday. Guests will be taken to a farm north of Broad Ripple for fun refreshments and music. Arrangements have been made for thirty or so participants.
Rev August Williams colored preacher was arrested by Detectives Holtz and Morgan on a Terre Haute bicycle theft charge. Police found the wheel and the minister at 434 West Michigan Street. Williams denies the crime saying he notified the dealer he would return next week. He has preached 19 years and is 3 years old according to his account, and has held Terre Haute meetings for six weeks.
A 10 year old girl Minnie Franke died in a house fire at 31 Nebraska street Indianapolis. Fire officials suspect coal oil explosion though the cause remains uncertain. The frantic mother Mrs Henry Franke rushed inside to rescue her child but found the girl dead. Funeral was held Saturday at the Third Reform Church.
In Cincinnati on May 1 the court heard Wm. Bernard’s suit for divorce and alimony against his wealthy widow wife. The wife admitted paying him $150 yearly and funding cigars and gifts. she described him as a dud. The judge ordered alimony of $1 per year for life, with Bernard receiving $43 first, then $4, then $9, while Mrs. Bernard could accept or refuse the divorce.
CHICAGO May 11 There will be strike by machinists of the Minors Centra railway. An amicable adjustment of difficulties was reached Saturday.
Kansas City May 11 three dredge machinists walked out on Saturday seeking a nine hour workday. Employers united in a firm stance against the demand.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity covers the 36 hours ending 8 p m May 22. Expect colder nights and fair weather Saturday with cooler daytime temperatures. Temperature readings at 8 am and noon are listed, with a regulatory note indicating a stable pattern.
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