09 Oct 1900
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1900
Page
1
Supt Quigley admits being too busy to investigate carnival gambling. He says detectives will review saloons running games, acknowledging gambling exists citywide at carnivals and fairs. He plans possible action but cites heavy carnival duties and uncertain next steps. He also serves as chairman of the committee on public comfort.
Georgetown report notes a jury briefed in a case involving Youtsey who asked for 300 dollars to settle a contest. The prisoner made no reference to killing Senator Goebel when pressed for the demand. The jury then proceeded to Frankfort to view the state house grounds after a brief session.
Testimony traces Youtsey talk of settling the Goebel contest for cash. State treasurer Walter Day recalls a conversation two weeks before the shooting in which Youtsey claimed he had 300 dollars to settle the contest and urged Day to pursue that route. Day testified he saw Youtsey with a gun in the secretary of state's office, raising questions about intent. Other witnesses described Youtsey receiving a cartridge package and discussing the plot with various associates.
Jacob Emden clerk at Selig's store and Henry Goegel with Ed win Fry of H P Wasson store faced police court on a charge of exchanging stolen goods while trimming show windows. The cases were continued until Oct 16.
Incorporated details list Wright Medicine Company in Peru with cap ital stock of 10000 and Warner Oil Company in Indianapolis with cap ital stock of 100000. Stock holders include F Harrison Warner of Western Springs NL Jesse B Harvey and Milton A Cox of Indianapolis.
The B Worth dentistry practice relocated to 483 Stevenson Building from old premises. New telephone is 2978. They offer new planes priced at 16.00 at Wulsechner's and advertise cleaning gold and silver polish as the best.
In circuit court, Carrie Armstrong pleads for a name for her child as William Carter faces support payments. The young mother emphasizes a name matters more than money, while Carter and his mother show restrained emotion during the proceedings.
William Foltzenlogel Harry Hillman and William Snyder were fined one dollar and costs in police court on Tuesday for rioting on Russell avenue Monday evening. About 30 boys split into two groups threw stones and bricks over a marble game. A brick struck a car carrying Detective Griffin who chased and apprehended several youths. Max Glassman was arrested but released due to ill health.
Indianapolis area forecast for 36 hours ending 8 pm October 10 notes fair weather through Tuesday night and likely through Wednesday Thursday and Friday. Temperatures show 7 am reading of 47 degrees, noon 59 and 2 pm 60 with moderate conditions across the period.
Bryan began a two day Illinois tour in Quincy after Tuesday stops at Camp Point Golden Carthage Macomb Lasalle Joliet. He heads to Michigan for two days then plans a Sunday in Cleveland.
Vice presidential candidate Stevenson reached Wheeling on Tuesday morning and left again at 9 o clock to continue his West Virginia tour. He denied reports that he had been ill and stated he was in good health.
An ad urges shoppers to visit Mahorney's at 49 Mass Ave for iron beds mattresses and springs with up to date patterns and low prices.
Local merchant J P Mullally advertises diamonds cut in house at 2 Monument Place and a premium line of jewelry. The notice mentions Usena metal polish for bar Aztures as part of their product offerings.
A theater-like pageant reenacts Tecumseh’s capture as 107 civilized red men escort the legendary chief and two braves from Broad Ripple to Indianapolis. Maj. Harry Negley leads the procession with police escort and a ceremonial voyage aboard the Sunshine canoe.
Tecumseh and two braves were greeted on the state house steps as Deputy City Attorney Bell presented a gilded key to symbolize access to the city. Bell joked that Tecumseh spoke English and had yet to visit the happy hunting grounds, while Tecumseh remained silent and thanked the Great Spirit for Indianapolis’ changes.
Spectators line streets for a grand military parade described as drawing wide interest. The report notes the moment when the big chief was handed over to ceremony officials, marking a formal transition in leadership.
A description notes an Indianapolis resident wearing beads and feathers associated with Tecumseh. The sighting highlights cultural regalia and regional interest, with no additional context provided about event or occasion.
At 2 p.m. the parade began on N Capitol Ave with a long crowd admiring the soldiers. Zouaves led by English units thrilled spectators including an old lady who recalled Bryan. The march featured mounted police, state and national guards, school cadets, and various fraternal orders.
A monumental light display towers over the city as thousands of incandescent lamps cover the Great Monument. Spectators crowd streets and booths glow with electric lanterns while white light bands frame inscriptions and colors streak the four corners. A north red star and south shield above, arches at Meridian Street and the Magic Circle glow with lights.
Visitors pour in to see the Tecumseh capture and a large state carnival. Railroads prepare cattle cars to move crowds as merchants sell window space for the parade. Traffic is halted on the Circle and police guard entrances while the key to the city is shown at carnival HQ.
A four foot hydraulic water valve to regulate most of Indianapolis domestic water flow is on display at the festival. The exhibit draws attention for its engineering and practical use in city systems.
Decorations overflow across downtown as stores and blocks display red and yellow themes by Tuesday noon. Washington street windows glow with color while poles wrapped in red and yellow and evergreen strings line the avenues. Stars and stripes complement the festive display across businesses.
The carnival directors held a final meeting on Monday afternoon. Free pass privilege remained with F. J. Scholz and Albert Lieber. Chairman Murr reported merchants ready with decorations though demand outpaced supply. Parade line for the industrial march Friday was extended down Meridian to Maryland past the Grand Hotel.
Bert Feibleman chairman announces the grotesque parade Friday afternoon will be a huge success with many organizations signed up. Prizes are displayed at Riebel's cigar store windows 48 E Washington St for three classes grotesque organizations unique features and grotesque individuals awarding jardiniere vase cigars loving van smoker set and stand mirror.
Station-master Polan estimated that between 5,000 and 6,000 people were handled by the railroads from Monday to Tuesday. He noted about 2,500 visitors on Monday and many more by Tuesday afternoon. Tuesday noon trains were crowded after a light morning flow, with a potential surge expected Tuesday night.
The Magic Circle will open to the public on Tuesday afternoon with ten cent admission for spectators who can view three free shows. It is unclear if children enter free. A small merry-go-round on the monument’s north platform offers rides for five cents.
A large space with free attractions includes a dog show wax figure exhibition vaudeville acts and a ride on a sphere to the top of a winding track Three pay shows branch from the Circle on Market and Meridian Sts Chiquita the little woman the horse that writes and Galveston horror pictures are noted The Indianapolis military band will give concerts.
A Midway New Jersey attraction features a diverse animal show with lions of various sizes, including cubs aged from two days to one year, plus panthers and other animals. The cubs are described as playful and tame.
Scranton reports a miners convention debate over a fixed 10 percent wage increase. President Mitchell will attend to observe a large parade on Wednesday. Strikes will be directed from Scranton, with unions having delegates elected Tuesday and the aim to prevent future wage cuts by operators. Between 15 000 and 25 000 men expected in line.
In Luzerne County after the anthracite strike, leaders plan to campaign for the Working Men's ticket. President Nichols of district No. 1 is mentioned as a possible congressional candidate.
Chicago reports that permanent peace terms have been agreed with all major building trades unions and that the long labor war is expected to end within days.
At the American Sheet Steel Company in New York the wage scale settlement is reported to have removed the danger of a strike and mills are operating at their usual capacity with workers.
Prohibitionists raise 20000 to cover expenses of the probit special train and missionary work. John G Woolley on return from a southern trip speaks to crowds in Kokomo and Danville and Loganport. National chairman Stewart cites strong youth interest a larger prohibition vote ahead.
A historical clipping cites a dubious remedy claiming to purify horse blood through a dustless oat regimen sold as a cure. Authorities warned readers about the unproven treatment and potential risks to animals.
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