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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1902

Page

7

Mayor Johnson Recalls Bryan Meeting on Cuban Flag Sentiment

Cleveland May 26 Mayor Johnson returning from Chicago says he and W J Bryan discussed many topics including Cuban affairs and U S trust. He notes Cuban sentiment shifted when the American flag rose, and remarks on American representation at foreign events.

Cleveland Bryan Johnson Chicago W. J.bryan United States Roosevelt Alfonso Spain Edward England New Republic

Suit Not Insane After Inquest On Pocketbook Grab Attempt

An insanity inquest was held Monday on John Suit who was arrested Saturday charged with attempting to grab a pocketbook from a woman. The report notes the defendant was not found insane.

John Suit

Detained Patient Called Ideal for Observation

Physicians who examined him described the subject as an excellent case for observation in a detention hospital, noting his cooperative demeanor and suitability for medical study during confinement.

Len Frankfort

AUNTY POLLY FIRMIN GAINS SCHOLARSHIP AT LAST

In New Albany Indiana on May 26 a worn Posey township resident aged over 65 named Aunt Polly Firmin began attending school taught by George Kean. With three pupils the old woman learned the alphabet and progressed from the first reader to the third by Christmas and the end of last term. She vows to continue and gain a good education if she lives long enough.

New Albany Ind Polly”Firmin Posey Township Harrison County George Kean

Locust Swarm Expected Mild Impact on Indianapolis

State geologist Blatchley said 17 year locusts will stay mainly in woods and not trouble the city much. He noted large numbers seen near Oakland but expect limited spread, with minimal damage as most northern areas lack forest land.

Indianapolis Blatchley Oakland

Purdue to Grant Largest Graduation Class in History

Lafayette Ind May 26 Purdue university will grant 110 diplomas in June the largest graduating class in its history Invitations to the commencement have been sent out President Gunsaulus of Armour institute and President J He Barrows of Oberlin College will participate During commencement week it is intended to lay the cornerstone of the new Eliza Fowler memorial hall Prof Hancock of Wisconsin university

Lafayette Ind Purdue University Gunsaulus Armour Insti ‘Tute J. He Barrows Oberlin ™ College Eliza Fowler Hancock Wisconsin University

Purdue Adds Prof Hancock From Cornell to Math Dept

Prof Hancock of Cornell will join Purdue's mathematical department, expanding teaching and research capacity with the move enhancing cross campus academic collaboration.

Prof Hancock Cornell Mathematical Department Purdue

Earlham graduation to stage exercises with Princeton professor

Richmond Ind May 26 There are 86 graduates at Earlham Commencement exercises will be held Wednesday December 4 The address will be by Prof J W Finley of Princeton University A G Copeland a graduate will be state agent and chaplain of the Reform school for boys at Plainfield

Richmond Ind Earlham Finley Princeton University A. G. Copeland Reform School For Boys Plainfield

Local Births Deaths and Marriages Notables

Births list includes Hoffman, Gasper, Hare, Schaller, Roney, Carney, Kingham, Miller, Dumas, Lyster, Cavanaugh, Vincent with multiple addresses. Deaths note Elizabeth Kennington cancer, Samuel Sawyer old age, Smith Crawford heart disease. Marriages list includes Montgomery Woodring, Harden Wells Woodson, Manley Nelson, Shepherd Avery, Keith Stra Der, Flowers Wright, Allen Hynes.

George Barbara Hoffman Alabama-st Irl C. C Gertrude Gasper Keystone-ave John and Mattie Vincent Trowbridge-st Elizabeth Kennington Delaware-st Samuel Sawyer Smith Crawford Vermont-st Lucius Montgomery Frances Woodring Harden Wells Mary Woodson William Manley Nannie Nelson James G. Shepherd Jessie A. Avery John W. Keith Elizabeth A. Strader Clifford Green Hattie Stuard Samuel G. Flowers Mary A. Wright Edward Allen Ethel Hynes

Building Peanuts

Construction notes list repair and addition jobs with prices for several properties. Names include Fitch, Crippen, Dolby, Goodin, Williams, Meyer, Jones, and Mrs Farner, with addresses across Chicago and nearby streets. Project types cover cottage, frame houses, and additions priced from 100 to 3500.

A. M. ‘Fitch New Jersey-st A. Crippen N. Dearborn-st Arthur Dolby Laura-st Ohio-st Harvey Goodin Holmes-ave A. J. W. Williams Miller Lee-sta A. BR. Meyer & Co Kentucky Ave John Jones Chicago-st

Death of Hubbard Stout at Furman residence

Hubbard Stout aged 21 died Sunday afternoon from consumption at the home of Furman 3008 West Michigan Street. His father George W Stout is named in the report as having died previously.

Hubbard Stout Furman Stout Michigan-st George

MAD PARIS DESPAIR DRIVES FRENCH FAMILIES TO SUICIDE

In the wake of Martinique’s St Pierre destruction French citizens slip into panic. Jules Planquette a geology professor and brother of composer Robert Planquette hanged himself after predicting earth shattered by new planets. A wife, unable to hear from her husband, shot herself and her baby. The Countess Rotrow grieves over cable notices of three dead sons. A Marseilles family of five commits suicide after property loss from the catastrophe.

Pari Martinique Jules Planquette Robert Planquette Chimes Normandy Mme Martinot Rotrow Marseilles St. Pierre

Assessor Reports Smallpox Case Among Deputies

Assessor Michael Jefferson discovers deputy John Bradford is ill with smallpox after an inquiry Monday morning. Bradford, of 1648 W Vermont, worked in a defined territory near Michigan and Blake streets and the river. Ira Blaisdall, who assessed Bradford’s area last year, was also attacked before completing his work. Bradford’s last office report was Tuesday. books from Blaisdall were disinfected by the health board previously.

Michael Jefferson John Bradford Vermont St Ira Blaisdall Bradford Michigan St Blake St Jefferson Blatsdall Health Board

Watkins praises road work as team eyes top finish

W H Watkins returned from Kansas City saying the team performed well on the road and expressing confidence Indianapolis will lead the standings. Miller suffered a serious injury and may be out about two weeks. The club remains optimistic for the game with Columbus, noting schedule changes with 3:45 game times and ladies days on Tuesdays and Fridays at the park.

W. H. Watkins Kansas City Indianapolis Miller Watkins Columbus

Amusements Park Season Ends With Variety Bill

The Holden company closes its Sapho run this Thursday at the Amusements Park with Nick on the Woods to follow. Special acts appear between readings. Friday matinee prices match evening rates. Notable readings by Riley Major Catherwood and McCutcheon Friday night at English’s. Saturday features George Ade Tarkington Wallace Nichol son. Auction boxes and seats Tuesday, then regular advance sale. Proceeds aid Harrison monument fund. programs promise strong value. The Sun's help lines: 830. 133-12 E. Ohio st.

Holden Company James Whitcomb Riley Charles Major Mary Hartwell Catherwood George Barr McCutcheon English Opera House George Ade Booth Tarkington Gen Lew Wallace Meredith Nicholson Harrison Monument Fund

Market cattle and hog prices at Indianapolis stockyards

May 26 market report from Union Stockyards Indianapolis shows cattle receipts and shipments with quotations for good to prime export steers 1,350 to 1,500 pounds, common to medium cows and calves, hog receipts with good to choice heavy weights, feeders and light stockers, and lambs and sheep with varying grades and prices.

Union Stockyards Indianapolis Eceeeseeenees

Market closes strong as wheat receipts rise

Stock market gains on favorable bank statement. Treasury figures show wheat receipts at eight markets for the year to May 1 totaling 204,081,866 bushels, up from 194,736,822 last year. West Virginia coal miners may strike by June 7, threatening 100,000 jobs and higher coal prices. C I show earns about 4 percent. Louisville interests buy Chicago terminal for representation.

Treasury Bureau West Virginia C. I Louisville Chicago

Cincinnati Livestock Prices May 26 Cattle Hogs Sheep

Cattle receipts 1,728 with grades from good to choice and calves at 6.75 to 7.00. Hogs receipts 2,900 with selects 7.20 to 7.25 and mixed 6.95 to 7.15. Sheep receipts 607 with extra lambs at 5.60 and e xtra ewes 4.65 to 4.75.

Cincinnati Pera

Market Report From Union Stockyards May 26 Ill

Cattle receipts 21 000 with prices from 1.60 to 7.65 for various grades and types. Hogs receipts 46 000 with bulk trading 6.85 to 7.15 and lighter categories 6.60 to 6.95. Sheep receipts 15 00 with natives 5.85 to 6.25 and westerns 5.25 to 6.25.

Union Ill

Chicago grain and livestock prices slip through May market

Chicago market reports show May wheat at 4 to May 73 and September 72 3/4 cents. corn ranges 6 1/4 to 6 1/4 cents with May 6 1/4 and July 6 1/4. oats steady at 43 to 35 1/2 cents. Provisions list July pork around 16.97 to 17.02, lard 10.10 to 10.15, ribs 9.52 to 9.60. Butter varied with extras 21 1/2 to 21 3/4 cents, cheese prices per pound. Live poultry values include hens 1 cent, broilers 5 to 8 dollars per dozen, turkeys 10 to 12 cents, geese 3 to 6 dollars, ducks 9 to 10 cents.

Chicago

Indianapolis securities and banks list from period report

A fragmented OCR record details numerous Indianapolis financials and utilities including street railways banks like American National Bank, Merchants National Bank, Indiana National Bank, Union Trust, Indiana Trust, and corporate stocks such as Indianapolis Gas Company 6s, New Telephone issues, and various preferred stocks. The entry appears as a market snapshot with prices and issue descriptions in a late 19th or early 20th century finance section.

Indianapolis Securities, Brocke Bio Ask Belt Common Seeressereeeeneee Indianapolis Street Railway American National Bank Aspitel National Bank Central Trust Company Columbia National Bank Merchants’ National Bank Eee Indiana National Bank Marion Trust Company Union Trust Company Light and Power Indianapolis Fire Ins. Co Indiana Trust Company American Central Life Guaranty and Title Co Aesennesese Sisie Indianapolis O. A H. P. Wasson Indianapolis Street Indianapolis Gas Company Citizens’ Street Railway Se Union Traction Company Union Traction Broad Ripple Traction Indiana Cold Storage Indianapolis & Eastern Tracton Company T. B. Laycock Y. Polk Company Indiana Hotel Company Indianapolis Gas Atlan

East Buffalo Stock Prices Mixed as Receipts Rise

East Buffalo New York May 2 market report shows cattle receipts at 140 cars with best steers 7.10 to 7.50, cows 3.25 to 5.40, heifers 4.25 to 6.40, veals 4.25 to 7.25. Hogs receipts 110 with Yorkers 6.80 to 7.00, heavy 7.30 to 7.40, mixed packers 7.10 to 7.25. Sheep and lambs car lots lambs 3.00 to 7.00, sheep 3.25 to 6.75.

East Buffalo N. Y

New York Stock Market Opens Irregularly Amid Coal Strike

The New York market opened with uneven trading as London stayed absent and the coal strike in Virginia tempered activity. Investors watched for lead from overseas while coal stocks showed tentative movement amid talk of wider industrial action.

New York London Virginia

Wall Street Mixed Early Yet Gains in Canadian Pacific

Early trading showed reluctance from western interests and a general market decline after 15 minutes. Union Pacific held by solid buying while Amalgamated copper and Colorado fuel slipped. Canadian Pacific rose about 2 percent then trimmed gains. Missouri Pacific firm on crop news as noon quotes listed several leaders and total sales at 253,200 shares.

Union Pacific Canadian Pacific Toronto Montreal St. Paul Amalgamated Copper Colorado Missouri Pacific London U. P

Grain and hay price report with inspections

Wheat prices show weakness for No 2 red and milling freight notes while corn holds steady across white and mixed grades with varied cents per bushel. Oats and hay values also listed with No 1 and No 2 timothy figures and several carload inspection tallies for wheat corn hay.

C. Hay Timothy Norgade Hay

Market Prices for Pork Dairy Eggs and Poultry in New York

NEW YORK May 26 Pork market shows $18.00 to $18.50 per hundredweight with lard at $10.47 to $10.44. Butter Creamery 22c. Elgin 22c. imitation creamery 18 2c. dairy 10 2c. factory 17 19%4c. Cheese large 10% llc small 11 34 to 12%c. Eggs cited as 0? Tallow 6X%c. Dressed poultry turkeys 9 19c, chicks 7 16c, fowls 8 13c, ducks 9 15c, geese 10 1?c.

New York Elgin Iéc Java Rio Santos Arlosa Lion Jersey Caracas Dusworth’s Mall Gates Dominions Columbia A Windsor Ridgewood New Orleans Carolina California Cali Kingan & Co Indiana Tierces

The Jobbing Trade Prices From Shippers

Prices paid by shippers list hen meat at 8 to 9 cents per pound and old turkey hens at 6 to 4 cents. Old toms 6 cents. Choice young turkeys 7 to 9 cents. Ducks 4 cents, geese 5 cents per pound. Eggs fresh 14 cents. Cheese New York full cream 12 to 12. Swiss 16 cents, brick 18 to 14 cents, emburger 13 to 14 cents. Butter choice 15 cents.

New York

Wholesale Prices Across Goods and Provisions Listed

A dense price list covers meats, groceries, fruits, vegetables, and chemicals. Items include cured hides, flour, bran, citrus and tropical fruits, oysters, fish, lobster, and canned goods with varied per unit or per bag prices. Provisions show hams, bacon, lard, sausage, fresh beef, pickled pork, and assorted drugs with unit costs.

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