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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1900
Page
3
China expresses regret for anti foreign outbreaks. Li Hung Chang and Prince Ching promise punishment of high officials, willingness to pay indemnities, and non repetition of violence. They seek withdrawal of foreign troops until indemnities are settled and demonstrations suspended during talks.
New York October 1 A record election bet flowed in as Jacob Field laid $40000 to 310000 with Richard Croker that McKinley will win Field also claimed $260000 more to place on the same wager James H Bucks of Jacksonville Florida laid $10000 to $5000 with Benjamin Sands of Victor Colorado that McKinley will win
The First National Bank cashier holds $20,000 on McKinley and $10,000 on Bryan. Col Nason backs McKinley while M Kelly backs Bryan. Reported as the largest pending election wager in the south to date.
In Philadelphia on October 19 a pair of odd bets drew attention. One promises Frank Randall’s friends will see him confined to a bed for a week in a Chinese laundry window if Bryan wins. The other requires the loser to collect funds at a colored church for two weeks and pay $5 per collection plus $1 per church entry.
In West Virginia's Parkersburg and Ravenswood events Gov. Roosevelt spoke on Friday after a troubled night. He argued both sides of the issue and claimed to offer wealth and honor together. A freight collision near Point Pleasant interrupted the trip, just ten feet from the approaching train pilots.
Gen J W Fisher 86 a Gettysburg hero dies in Cheyenne Wy He joined as a private and rose to major general At Gettysburg he charged and captured a position turning defeat into victory He later served ten years as chief justice of the Wyoming territorial court Dr Bulls Cough Syrup advertised as a quick cure for mite coughs or colds at 2 5 cents a bottle.
Scranton, Pa. Oct. 19. Prospects of a speedy settlement in the miners strike fade as operators insist the powder price reduction be included in wage advances. The dispute over the powder question may prolong the strike despite earlier hopes.
SHAMOKIN PA Oct 19 Engineers and firemen are being notified to report for work and mules are being drawn into the mines. Officials expect resumption of work Monday or Tuesday despite reports the strike may be prolonged.
About 800 strikers raided Markle's Jeddo collieries in Hazleton Pennsylvania on Friday morning led by Mother Jones. The mines continued operating with a greatly reduced force after minor clashes and a large sheriff’s posse stood by.
Seven masked men robbed the Bronaugh bank at 1:20 am. Constable Moran confronted them and was killed. Citizens pursued the robbers who fled with about $3,000. Bloodhounds are being used in the search.
Federal marshals took control of a polling booth amid registration fraud claims in Denver's red light district and forcibly ejected two fire and police department members accused of bull-dozing voters. Governor Thomas vowed to arrest any federal officers interfering with local elections after hearing the news.
In session at Masonic Hall the Daughters of Pocahontas elected officers led by Mary B. Hupp Bourbon as great prophetess and Margaret Dick Hagerstown as great Pocahontas. Annie M. Saltagather Lafayette named great Winona with Olive Carpenter South Bend as great Minnehaha. Rosella Brady Warsaw becomes great keeper of the records. Addie M. Cook Lafayette named great keeper of the wampum. Kate Reinhold Terre Haute is great first scout. Cora Dick Hagerstown great second scout. Belle Aumann city is great guard of the tepee. Alice Nevitt city great guard of the forest. Mary L. Bond Elizabeth Thomas Coxville and Clara R. Carpenter Lafayette named great trustees.
Helen Tomlinson Duncan reported kidnapped from school was found with her father at 726 Indiana Ave. He claims Mrs. Cynthiana Duncan, the child’s grandmother, has no legal custody. Mrs. Duncan counters that the guardian seeks to train the child for stage life, neglecting basic schooling.
A new automobile cab company named New Albany and Louisville was incorporated on Friday with capital stock of $25,000. The firm operates in the Louisville area and marks a growth step for local transportation services.
A concise health pitch touts a tonic promising a lively liver clean blood vibrant skin and bright eyes under the slogan health Cascareta and related claims.
In Mancis Indiana on October 19 Andrew Cowan a cutter fatally shot Louis Wilhelm a thrower amid a factional dispute among window glass workers. Each side backs different plant affiliations as two Montpelier men helped secure jobs at the Maton independent factory. Police kept the peace after the street confrontation near the railroad.
In Waynesburg Indiana a lynching threat looms as Dr Conda Beck, jailed in Greensburg after killing William Barton, faces possible mob action. Precautions at the jail were stepped up. Beck previously killed Grace Cohee in 1894 amid a disputed claim of fright and ghost allegations. Indianapolis man suit appeal follows riding accident lawsuit against the street railway. Judge Morris denies new trial. plaintiff Taylor seeks $20,000 after 1898 Vermont Street bicycle crash.
In Blkehart Indiana Geore Ayres was found guilty of murdering Levi Spahr a young farmer and received an indeterminate sentence. James Hess Ayres uncle was acquitted of complicity in the crime.
A string of local notes reports on a proposed Anderson floral parade and various civic items. The items mention a possible Republic iron and steel plant departure from Brazil and other regional concerns such as a New Albany cotton mill fire, local elections, and community events.
Morris Isenberg, wealthy retired merchant, was shot and fatally wounded by a burglar in his Chicago residence early Friday. He challenged the intruder from the stairs and was fired upon. the burglar fled as the family alerted others after finding him bleeding on the floor.
Births list includes August and Minnie Bleck girl at 1323 Unionist and others with names and addresses. Deaths mention Stella Elliott Ida H Dipple Charles Aneschaensel infant McNevin. Marriages cite Isaiah J. Palmer Kate M. Martin David Smith Emma Woodridge.
William L. Elder on Merrill Street and Madison Avenue seeks a frame house permit valued at 200 dollars. Alva E. Frazee on Bismarck Avenue north of Tenth Street applies for a house and barn totaling 700 dollars. William Crouch at 1009 High Street requests repairs for 330 dollars. G. L. and E. Lucas on Dearay Avenue near Twenty-fifth Street plan a frame house valued at 2,000 dollars. W. Hayes on West Ohlost near Decatur Street applies for a frame cottage costing 660 dollars.
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