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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1899
Page
6
A Maiden lane importer warns that prolonged Boer War will cut global diamond output, with about 60 of world mines near the border at risk. He cites De Beers and a syndicate controlling supply, predicts sharper prices, stockouts for cutters, and scarce uncut diamonds through the coming holiday season.
Mrs Robert G Ingersoll attacks Bishop Potters stance on marriage and divorce calling the church leaders cruel merciless and hypocritical for denying women independence. She argues divorce is a sacred right vital to society and criticizes the indissolubility dogma as harmful and unjust.
Washington reports there is no plan to raise the wreck of the Maine in Havana harbor. Officials say the matter was settled by the Maine board inquiry led by Capt. Samp son, and raising the hull would imply revisiting the inquiry and blame. Only Congress or river and harbor legislation would enable removal, likely by cofferdam or dynamite when time and policy permit.
SEND TAGGART. ST. LOUIS MO. Mayor Ziegenhein awaits invitation from Decatur fair managers to husk corn with Mayor Harrison of Chicago. He says he hopes the young man will accept, fears he may back out like in the Peoria contest, and suggests odds or letting him choose his shock. He recalls winning a contest in 1860 after returning from the war and notes New York or Boston could provide a candidate if Harrison refuses.
Washington dispatch notes that ex-President Harrison’s fee from Venezuela was stipulated as 100000 dollars, not 250000. It lists Gen Tracy as to be paid 50000 and Malet Prevost, a commission secretary appointed by Congress, at 30000. It is believed portions may already have been disbursed.
The text notes that England and Venezuela shared legal and arbitration expenses in delimiting the boundary. Both governments paid their lawyers and incurred heavy costs, with the total not less than $600,000.
London reports recalling the Robert F. Stockton as the first screw steamer to cross the Atlantic, its dimensions and crew, and details of early Collins steamers like the Arctic and Pacific. It notes speed advances, U.S. government subsidies, and compares 1850s voyages with modern efficiency. It also touches on Britain’s 1899 harvest and farming prospects.
In Grinnell Iowa October 17 a preliminary examination in a case of adultery involving George Currie 25 and Cora Mincer 20 follows a disappearance and alleged elopement with a base on farm work. The injured husband avoided prosecution, and the justice found the testimony insufficient for a grand jury. The grand jury will consider the abstract of testimony in November.
Washington dispatch reports from Consul Halstead of Birmingham indicate England will require increased American grain this year as Ireland boasts notably better hay and oats crops. The official state department summary notes improved outputs across Ireland, signaling greater European demand for U.S. grain.
The German day association was organized in Mannerchor hall Monday night with Fred Francke as president Joseph Keller as first vice president Carl Freund as second vice president Jacob Loeper as secretary and Joseph Behmeyer as treasurer. The society gathers representatives from German organizations in the recent German day celebration and holds a balance of several hundred dollars to fund next year’s event.
Miss Mary Roberts of San Francisco recounts secretly dosing her brother with Golden Specific in coffee, leading to a sober transformation and a lasting recovery from alcohol abuse. She urges other women to seek the remedy and notes Dr. J. W. Haines offers free trials by mail from Cincinnati, Ohio.
A claim of a new discovery that cures tobacco habit without patient knowledge is offered by Rogers Drug & Chemical Co. Readers could request a free trial package by mail at 376 Race and Vine Streets Cincinnati Ohio.
A fragment claims a remedy for kidney sufferers including men women and children will provide relief and cure with positive certainty. The text is incomplete but suggests a medical or patent remedy promise without verifiable evidence.
A catalog note describes stationery in every shade for Fall and Winter card parties. It mentions assorted items and a selection described as suitable for gatherings, with emphasis on variety and color.
Indiana youths are urged to recruit Sun subscribers to earn a gold watch. The Sun promises seven-jeweled American watches for boys and girls who secure 30 or more subscribers by Christmas Eve, with strict rules on submission and verification, plus escalating cash rewards for fewer subscribers.
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