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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1900
Page
2
Bryan reached the city at 2 35 pm and was met by John W Holtz Parks Martin and other local democrats along with members of the Gray Duckworth and other clubs. He was welcomed with cheers and escorted to a carriage for a ride to Tomlinson hall. He wore a serge coat and rush hat from the notification meeting.
Sheriff Clark promises to report uncollected costs before his term ends and Clerk Elliott says he will try to report within his term but cites practical impossibility in compiling all past clerks uncollected costs with attorney guidance.
Gen MacArthur reported Corporals Alexander Medicé Edward Saxton and others died in the mountains of Laguna province after escaping insurgents. Also listed are Second-Kent Matthew T Ward wounded at Novaliches Luzon September 18.
New York October 4 The big anthracite strike negotiations progress satisfactorily to railroad presidents and settlement planners. The leaders expect miners to accept offered concessions this week and end the strike. Operators refuse to recognize unions and will make no further concessions.
Announcement states General Harrison will deliver a single speech in the last week of the campaign at Indianapolis. The plan emphasizes a focused address to voters in Indiana.
Diver Qorscay recovered a number of human bones from Cedar Lake and experts pronounced them to be those of a woman. The bones crumbled to dust as they reached the surface.
Probate commissioner Walker allowed Charles Thompson to select a trust company to manage Lorena Thompson estate and send the child to Ohio. Relatives sought a guardian to oppose the father’s Catholic plans, arguing against the religious upbringing.
The High Courts affirm the indeterminate sentence law in the Thomas Bloom case where Bloom shot at James Bess after catching him stealing hay. The Fidelity building and savings union ruling releases borrowing members from monthly installments on liquidation. Clark circuit court’s quashed indictment against New Albany officers for embezzlement is upheld due to lack of stated positions and access to funds.
Fragmentary OCR lists two Patate romo Quinine Tablets and mentions Bromo. The text is garbled with nonstandard terms and does not provide clear event or outcome.
Managers express mortification over attendance as 300 to 400 outsiders arrive, gaining attention. Augustus Thomas, playwright, gives a 15 minute speech with bright stories, depicting divine guidance in selecting Mark Hanna for senator and threatening to go out of business if they fail.
Attorney C. J. Smith of Nebraska reads resolutions condemning the Republican administration in detail. They warn of money in the campaign and coercion of workers and urge countermeasures. A plank backs striking miners and notes Mark Hanna's claimed power to broker a settlement.
Mrs. Mar ibach FE. Walker leader of the National Woman Bryan League, Mrs. Eva McDonald Walsh of the Democratic Press Club in Washington, and Mrs. Cora L. V. Richmond of Chicago urged delegates to recruit wives into the organization. They called it the grandest work, and Richmond urged each woman to influence at least one vote, noting make it two when you go home. The group paused at 12 30 with about 300 delegates remaining while M. L. Lockwood of Pennsylvania spoke at length.
The convention drew a full house with Bryan and Stevenson on stage. P. E. B. Dowe of New York addressed the opening session on the democratic commercial travelers union. The hall grew warm and restless as Dowe spoke without notes before reading the rest of his remarks.
At 2 25 ex Senator David Turpie entered the hall and received an ovation marking his first public appearance since 1898. Health issues kept him away from visitors and he would not address the convention. Governor McMillin paid tribute to the aged statesman as Stevenson drew wild applause and planned to yield time to James Sovereign of the Knights of Labor. The hall filled toward Dryan’s anticipated appearance.
Adlai E Stevenson spoke with steady force despite frail appearance. He attacked Hearst and warned that re election of McKinley would advance an aggressive expansionist policy, comparing it to historic land cessions and calling for a democratic path. He cited Lincoln and questioned the era of conquest.
At the Indianapolis convention James Hamilton Lewis of Seattle stunned attendees with flamboyant rhetoric and dramatic poses praising liberty. He mocked opponents, recounted humorous bar tales, and delivered a spirited critique of party reform and corporate influence.
Gen. MacArthur announces an expedition to Marinduque to avenge the capture of Capt. Shields and his Twenty-ninth volunteers. First Infantry sails Oct. 6 on Sumner with Gen. Hare commanding and 12 full companies to pursue operations until insurrection is stamped out. Anderson's initial actions yielded no results.
The national open golf championship began on the Wheaton links with 64 players. British champions J. H. Taylor and Harry Vardon lead an international field. judges favor Vardon to win as they renew their famous English open rivalry.
Anthony McLoone, a young Irishman, filed naturalization papers in the clerk’s office Thursday. Costs were charged to Lewis Akin, chairman of Marion County Republican Committee. The fee is $1. George Fate notes few have naturalized but expects more soon. Wate says Democrats pay cash because the county clerk is Republican.
Frank C. Bostock, proprietor of the big midway shows, arrived in Indianapolis to supervise moving shows. A Scotch bagpiper hired for the Lafayette carnival wanders in, jokes about Bostock, and a melee ensues after the bagpiper is questioned about employment. Meantime civic fundraising climbs, with Scholz reporting $1,000 raised and a total fund surpassing $12,000.
In Providence Kas on Wednesday Nicoy Rogers a bachelor and Mrs A B Cook a wealthy widow married. The contract requires him to wash the dishes while she takes a wedding trip alone. She left for the east Wednesday evening and Rogers began the housework on Thursday.
Rathbone sisters elected officers including Most excellent chief Mrs. Carrie Fanning of Butler and grand senior Mrs. Ina Cooper of Greenfield. Other posts: grand junior Mrs. Emma Rannalls Rochester grand manager Mrs. Sophia Adams Columbia City. Grand mistress of records Mrs. Louise Decker Noblesville and mistress of finance Mrs. Ricy Cartwright Mount Vernon. Grand protector Mrs. Emma Taylor Delphi and grand guard Mrs. Florence Bain Decatur.
Famine is causing severe hardship among the Sacaton area natives. About three thousand Indians, including Pimas and Papago, face destitution and potential deaths this coming winter unless immediate relief measures are taken.
Gamblers rent a Circle Street room and plan a thriving operation during carnival week. Several popular games are already running at well known downtown joints.
Joseph By of Indianapolis says Bly is alive after a Galveston death report. Capt. Rafferty confirms the update and says there was no Frank Howard in Battery O who wrote Bly was dead.
City life column reports a new salvage corps wagon ready for service making its first appearance on Thursday. J H King of Syerup & Co wholesale produce is noted as father of a seven pound boy. Various local items follow including arrests, court actions, and civic notes.
Washington reports the United States fully agrees with Kaiser Wilhelm on the second Chinese note. Germany accepts Chinese edicts punishing Prince Tuvan and officials, signaling joint diplomacy and avoidance of war. Officials hail a victory for American policy and hope China will not be dismembered.
COLUMBUS Ind Oct 44 Nashville county seat of Brown county will soon have its first saloon. Locals are in arms against the plan with fears of bloodshed and unrest amid the confrontation.
The $4,000 Central avenue project north of Fall Creek will be let on October 13. The improvement covers upgrading paving and drainage work on the busy north side route. Officials expect bids from local contractors and specify completion within the season.
An Washington pension office employee J R Weathers credits Grape-Nuts with mental vigor and recovery from fatigue and nervousness after years of heavy study and sedentary work. He says the food helped him maintain a demanding career and improved his health by repairing brain and nerve strain.
In Frankfort Indiana soldiers who served in the Spanish American War held a Wednesday night meeting. They organized a camp naming it Col Harry B. Smith camp to honor the colonel of the 158th Indiana infantry.
Lexington October 4 York Boy won the first heat of the Transylvania stake 2:13 class purse 5900 with Prince of India second and Cornelia Belle third Time recorded at 2 1034 Bets on the race were reported to exceed 100000 dollars
Wire notes transport strategy reach Manila. Gloucester New Jersey man invents paper carpet. Havana reports yellow fever cases. Seattle steamer brings 1.2 million dollars from Klondike. Mrs G W Hartford of Chicago reportedly near death after burglary scare. Charles Mercier killed in Santa Cruz powder mill blast. Youtsey case in Georgetown Kentucky unlikely to start before Monday. Gen M C Butler says he is out of politics. Prophet Smith of Houston detained after predicting city’s destruction. J D Hopkins of Chicago theater manager faces bigamy charge. Judge Kohlsaat rules Barber Asphalt paying Co. owes 18400 dollars. Russell Gandis of Rocklin fatally shoots wife and wounds Clydesdale. Ralph Corti of Shelbyville asks to duel Peter Camali. Newark considers anti noise ordinance. T M Franz leader of counterfeit ring jailed in Wichita with three associates.
An ad promises quick cure for colds with Laxative Brome Quinine Tablets by E W Grove. All druggists refund money if it fails to cure and each box bears Grove’s signature.
A German contingent fought 2,000 Boxers at Kau-Ku-Men with Chinese attackers. The Germans repulsed the assault, killing 400. German losses were five men. Also included are Interstate Live Stock Market summaries for Oct 1 with cattle hogs and sheep quotations and receipts.
Thomas Smith abruptly stopped his work in Chicago on an October evening, drew a revolver, and pursued a passing colored boy. He fired repeatedly, then shouted a race slur and began shooting at any colored person he saw. Several victims were wounded, including Joseph Bird who was shot in the breast and Sadie Alexander in the arm. Police subdued Smith after a struggle. injuries to officers and bystanders were reported.
In Judge Allen's court on Thursday the Third Indiana cavalry met to hear Geo. W. Spahr insist that it was the Third that downed the rebellion.
Chicago markets report for October 4 shows wheat for November at 78 3/4 to 77 3/4 cents, December 19 7/8. Corn prices mostly down with November at 37 1/4 to 38 1/4 cents and December around 26 3/4 to 34 1/2 cents. Oats for December quoted at 2 2/4 to 2 5/8 cents. Provisions list January pork at 12 11 8 2, lard around 7 0 7/8 to 6 9 3/4, ribs at 6 42 to 7 6/3. Butter prices show various creamery grades from 19 1/4 to 21 1/2 cents, dairy lines at 11 1/6 to 15 1/2 cents, and cheese with multiple grades and brands listed. Live poultry and eggs follow, with chickens, ducks, turkeys, geese, and eggs at 16 1/2 cents.
Wheat and corn futures quoted with multiple grade prices and freight terms. Oats hold firm with No 2 and No 3 white and mixed bids. hay prices for No 1 and timothy range from 11.50 to 13.00. Inspections list car counts by grade and staple.
Receipts: Cattle 500, Hogs 3,000, Sheep 550. Prices listed for Good to prime steers 1,350 lbs plus, fair to medium steers 1,250 lbs up, and various weights for calves cows bulls and hogs. Prime to fancy export bulls and good to choice butcher bulls featured.
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