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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1899
Page
1
British officials brace for a Friday cabinet decision likely to frame an ultimatum to the Transvaal government amid mobilization reports. Kruger s suzerainty aim seen as central to the dispute while public opinion shifts toward war readiness.
In Pretoria Sept The Transvaal government asks British agent Conyngham Greene to seek explanation from Sir Alfred Milner on the mobilization of British forces along the Transvaal frontier. Public sentiment runs high as Boers fear war is unavoidable.
London on September 7 reported a heavy stock market as traders reacted to the Transvaal situation. American stocks joined the broad decline amid prevailing pessimism affecting global markets.
The World prints a Transvaal government dispatch defending the republic against British agitation over franchise voting. It accuses mining capitalists of seeking total control of laws and administration and vows to defend freedom and self-government. The message claims England pushes the issue to destroy the republic and its mining wealth, while expressing faith in republican triumph.
Early dispatches from South Africa report 800 Boers leaving Pretoria for Natal to march into the Transvaal. Pietermaritzburg troops ready to move on two hours’ notice, with Afrikander circles believing a sudden war decision may come within 48 hours. Rumors also mention a plot to blow up the British dustiness nate.
Republicans tout past close races in Allen and Huntington counties to argue Bookwalter could have swung the 1886 senate contest. They cite Bookwalter losing narrowly to Ibach in Allen and winning Huntington by 456, while Turpie finally won the senate after a tight 19-ballot vote. Democrats plan a 20 day poll starting Thursday.
Geologist Blatchley and assistant Ashley report a 160 acre marl bed near Turkey and Wawasee lakes in northern Indiana, about ten feet thick and able to supply a large Portland cement factory for around 189 years. The deposit lies near the B and O railroad and suggests multiple such beds statewide.
Col Albert D Shaw of Watertown New York was unanimously elected commander in chief of the G A R at the Philadelphia convention. He served in the Thirty fifth Massachusetts? regiment and fought at Arlington Heights Sulphur Springs Second Bull Run Chantilly South Mountain Antietam and Fredericksburg. He was department commander for New York state promoting veteran organization and organization by county battalions. He was born December 27 1841 in Lime Jefferson County and later held U S consul posts in Toronto and Midalchester. He married Mary Sherwood Keith of Chicago and has three children Henry L Keith Shaw Mable Keith Shaw and Minnie Scott Shaw.
The county council advanced on Thursday with cuts to supply estimates from four thousand fifteen to twenty two fifty. Probate commissioner Walker and Superior judge Leathers spoke as the council reviewed court estimates while noting likely limited cuts to court allowances.
The 161st Indiana regiment officers present a gold handled sword to Col. W T Durbin. The exhibition in a New York store shows ruby inlays, an Indiana coat of arms, a seven point star and a silver spread eagle. Designed by Maj Harold C Magrew and made by Pettibone Cincinnati. Magrew attends the National Sons of Veterans meeting in Detroit.
Police superintendent Quigley orders strict enforcement of a new ordinance requiring fake doctors and others using vacant lots for shows to obtain licenses. Applicants must obtain written consent from all property owners within a block. The move aims to curb Bangs near show grounds and gangs across the city. Several alleged rioters from a Malott and Massachusetts Ave clash face police court Friday. Clem Girton, William Cole, and William Hardy added to prisoners. past rioters were acquitted due to lack of positive identification as citizens refused to testify.
After Col Shaw's election Irvin Regbins of Indiana, adjutant general under Past commander-in-chief Walker, was chosen senior vice commander by acclamation.
Secretary of State Union B. Hunt has received Colorado’s woman’s rights resolution from the last General Assembly and will present it to the next Indiana legislature without recommendation. The measure calls for sending the resolution to every state, noting five years of equal suffrage in Colorado and perceived improvements in elections, civic virtue, and women’s political responsibility.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for the 36 hours ending at 8 p m Sept 8 cooler fair weather Thursday night and Friday temperature readings from 7 am through 2 pm show 7 7 78 88 90 95 97 96 with varying values likely indicating a warm spell and improving conditions no precipitation noted through the period
A city council may hold a midnight session Thursday as an ordinance altering ward boundaries, tied to annexed territory, faces a Saturday deadline and strict rules about passage. Officials debate delaying until midnight to allow a first reading and committee action on appropriations and tax levy for next year.
G A R convention debates pension laws with a committee report that avoids condemning Commissioner Evans and urges resolutions reflecting the committee's recommendations. Women’s Relief Corps names officers led by Harriet J. Budge. Julia Shade wins national presidency over Lydia Smith and Tohey at the Ladies of the Grand Army session.
George Morton known as Gov. was discharged in police court on a charge of being a known thief. A man spotted a hand through a window in a south city house, the head of the household grabbed Morton nearby, and Morton had prior penitentiary stints. Nearby ads note a grand hollow sale and cheap watches and jewelry at Marcy's.
The Township advisory board adjourned Wednesday night after setting the town tax rate schedule. Township tax two cents per $100 local tuition tax 35 cents special school tax 16 cents with 50 cents extra per poll road tax 12 cents additional road tax 10 cents Poor tax 1 cent.
Murburger and Gordon issued a challenge to a tandem team in the country for a bicycle race. The event is open to any distance with side bets.
Rennes Sept 7 The Dreyfus court martial session saw Labori fail to secure foreign attaches testimony as the court ruled against an interrogatory commission. The defense pressed questions on the bordereau date handwriting and firing manuals while prosecutors argued Esterhazy’s guilt and defended the verdict’s justice, awaiting a possible appeal and court decision Monday.
The following officers will recruit at various locations Capt Anderson Forty fourth Monticello Michigan City and La porte Lieut McCormick Forty fifth South Bend and Muncie Capt Lee Forty fourth Lafayette Lieut McFeely Forty second Fort Warne Lieut Rowell now at South Bend will go to Fort Wayne Sergeant B F Jones transferred from Columbus Ohio to the local station.
The northeast corner reading room at the city library will be opened Friday as a dedicated space for children. Eight large tables and shelves for thousands of juvenile books have been added, freeing the general delivery room from distractions and allowing the youngsters to study in comfort.
Dr John Tilford formerly of Irvington died in Windom Minnesota on a Wednesday from appendicitis. He was a respected physician and local resident with ties to the Irvington community. His passing is noted as a medical death with historical local significance.
The venue features J Murray Smith a baritone vocalist and comedian, Beatrice Woods with a chorus, and Cha W Minor a piano virtuoso. Patrons are urged to arrive early to obtain seats as the nightly program remains popular and well attended.
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