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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1900
Page
10
Geo Fate of the county clerk's office recounts a fleas bite from a neighbor's pug that led to a large cheese-like lump on his leg. Dr. Wilmer E. Christian notes such cheese bags form from blood impurities after insect bites and are not uncommon.
Democratic congressional nominee Frank Burke and attorney general candidate C. P. Drummond spoke to about 300 people Monday night. Burke condemned imperialism, the money power, and trust influence on politics while promising antiwar, anti-trust reform. Drummond warned that imperialism and Mark Hanna control threaten liberty and argued against a large standing army.
Miss Catherine Bray of Noblesville leaped from a cab while it sped down a street in Muncie on Tuesday noon, thinking the horses were running away. She was hurled ten feet, suffered a badly injured head and internal injuries, and is likely fatally hurt. Miss Mae Heath, Perry Heath’s sister, remained in the cab unharmed as the horses were controlled.
A horse and buggy owned by Dr. P. O. O Rear ran wild down Capitol avenue Tuesday morning after being startled by a bicycle. It barreled toward the state house, tore off rear wheels, dashed through the yard, struck a tree near the Hendricks monument, then fled into Washington street. The buggy suffered severe damage and the horse was bruised.
Daniel F. Kennedy, Indiana organizer for the American Federation of Labor, declares support for McKinley. He cites his 1896 Democratic speeches and says prosperity arrived under McKinley, prompting his 1900 endorsement.
The New York state democratic convention met in Saratoga on Tuesday morning with state chairman Senator McCaren delivering a speech that attacked Republican rule in New York state.
Washington dispatch notes Lexing ton Kentucky reaches 26 369 residents in the twelfth census up from 21 567 in 1860, a gain of 4 802 or 32 2 percent reflecting steady growth over the period.
Fragmentary note discusses a remedy mix up with br omide and laxative bromide. Mentions Atal draggin Meee and questions about cures for cold in unclear handwriting.
Peck brings to the Secret Service a curious trove found ten days earlier in a Franklin Street house under demolition. Nine old plaster molds, yellowed with age, cast counterfeit coin halves quarters and dimes from patterns dating to the 1820s or 1850s. The house, moved here 30 years ago, had housed a warehouse for William Hines. Children found a sack tied to a file within the plaster and weatherboarding. Laborers took the molds to a saloon window. they were confiscated by Mr. Peck. Evansville’s old counterfeit lore links to the Reno gang or Miles Oglevie, long jailed for similar crimes. No suspect crew is known to the Secret Service.
State papers discuss a potential Pennsylvania hard coal miners strike, but officials including Unit 1 mine workers secretary, Mine Workers Journal manager Chris Evans, and President Mitchell dismiss political motives. They say settlement is possible and politics play no role in the agitation or leadership decisions.
County commissioners refused to grant Jacob W. Sigmond a saloon license in Castleton on a site technicality. They ruled Royal Arch News a paper of general circulation, dismissing claims it serves only saloonists and noting the lack of broader publication. An attorney warned the saloon movement publicizing in their own paper keeps residents unaware until a saloon operates.
Patrolman Sullivan found Safety commissioner McMillen Isaac Canfield and Isaac Clark in Walker's saloon arguing over politics. He saw no affidavits filed as there were no witnesses. This is Clark's second arrest with no affidavit. Earlier Schroder and Houser were called to Burford's printing on Perr i street for a free for all fight. His brother is the Democratic nominee for county commissioner.
J. G. Johnson chairman of the national democratic executive committee will likely come to Indianapolis on Thursday instead of National chairman Jones. A financial statement from Jones will be read to the democrats at the Grand hotel and a broad loosening of purse strings is expected.
PORTLAND MO September 11 Republicans carried the state by about 31 700. Governor race totals show Hill Republican 73 600 and Lord Democrat 41 960 based on three quarters of returns. Cities show Republican loss and Democrat gain. towns reverse. Four Republican congressmen Littlefield Allen Burleigh Boutelle won solid majorities. One Democrat senator elected. about three quarters of lower house Republican. Legislature will elect Frye to the senate.
Indiana recorded 3,221 total deaths in August with an annual rate of 14.3 per 1,000. Among the 1,194 under five who died, diarrheal disease caused many fatalities. pulmonary consumption killed 335, typhoid 140, diphtheria 29, whooping cough 42, and violence 143. Over-65 deaths reached 618 and 78 occurred in institutions. Indianapolis saw 230 deaths. Fuse Sun reported eight deaths but the highest rate at 61.19 in its town.
The report of a special council meeting with appropriation and tax levy ordinances reached Megrew, finance committee chairman, Tuesday morning. He declined to say the delays were intentional but said every item would be carefully considered by the committee, despite the alleged scheme to deprive time.
A right now rundown of Indianapolis church and civic items includes Senator J P Dolliver set to speak in Indianapolis on September 29, property transfers, small bankruptcy request by local livestock agent Harry G Sells, gas inspector Leach predicting no gas shortage this year, tests planned by American Tin Plate and American Window Glass companies, Irvington lodge anniversary addressed by Van Dernar of Florida, veterans honored, a petit larceny arrest of Bradley Justus, a stolen watch tied to a prior depot robbery, divorce suit by Charles P Heil against Ella, incorporation of Perry Township horse thief detective association with officers named, attack on Night watchman Engesser described to patrols, German central Methodist conference signings and district assignments, revival services in North Indianapolis, and Melbourne preacher J M Morton to deliver a Thursday sermon.
In Wilkes Barre Pa on September 11 excitement over a threatened miners strike fades. Plymouth district miners claim the executive board at Indianapolis is swayed by operators though unwillingly. About 9 percent ready to strike while miners in Plains Parsons and nearby towns appear content with the development. Operators are pushing mines to full capacity.
The weather bureau warns of a gale moving from the southwest toward the northwest in the aftermath of the Galveston hurricane. Vessels are advised to stay in port as flagstaffs and awnings will be removed to reduce danger.
Weather service reports the storm center in central Iowa with increased intensity since Monday. Tail of the Galveston cyclone heads toward Indianapolis as thunder storms may hit Tuesday night. a gusty wind near the county courthouse endangers a child on the western stairwell.
New Orleans on September 1 reports the cotton exchange raised four thousand one hundred fifty dollars for Galveston sufferers. The donation proceeds from a charitable fundraising effort organized by local merchants and industry leaders.
Mrs. Travis directs the floral parade decorations using tissue paper flowers and tulle for 30 vehicles in the fall festival on October 10. She trains owners to craft the blossoms, rejects stiff ungraceful forms, schedules interviews, and plans final checks. A tactics committee led by Mrs. Francke Mrs. Anna Wright Mrs. Ed Gall Mrs. D. M. Parry and Mrs. C. Vonnegut Jr coordinates local support.
Mrs. Clara Barten president of the Red Cross society said that upon receiving Governor Sayers Texas reply the Red Cross would begin aid through the New Orleans branch.
Wharton Barker, presidential candidate of the mid road populists, is expected to arrive at 6 p.m. to address a crowd in the criminal court room Tuesday night. Gubernatorial candidate A. G. Burkhart will also speak. Either State chairman Robinson or Secretary Walter will preside.
Governor Mount will not issue an aid appeal for Galveston residents until additional information and a definite distribution plan are provided, delaying government relief pending clarity on next steps.
An old ad claims a speedy cure for colds using Laxative Brome Quinine Tablets and promises a refund if it fails. Each box bears E. W. Grove's signature. Price listed as 25 cents.
A pilot catalog lists numerous discount items for an anniversary sale including 10 pairs portieres 3 yards long in multiple colors 2 quality at 2.00 1.39 sale price for canvas curtains 5 yards long ruffled Swiss and bobbinet curtains price points 1.73 and 1.73 Nottingham curtains in ecru white at .98 and 3.98 for heavy cable net reproduction. Axminster rugs 2x12 at 18.98 Smyrna rugs 30x60 1.00 quality to sale, rolls chinamattings 5c sale, more.
Several thousand Boxers gather between Pso-Ting-Fu and Pekin as allies advance toward Pao-Ting-Fu. Russia plans 15,000 winter troops in Chil province. Japan open to withdrawing redundant Pekin troops. 4,000 allied troops reportedly leave Che-Foo for Pao-Ting-Fu. Italy says no further action in China unless indemnity, then may withdraw from Vichin.
Interstate Stock Yards reports cattle and hog receipts with prices by weight and grade. Good to prime export steers 1 350 to 1 900 lbs average fetch 540 to 580, fair to medium export and butcher steers 1 200 to 1 400 lbs. light stockers 340 to 390. heavy heifers and cows shown with ranges. hogs receipts 60s with good to choice lights at 5 55 to 5 60, m and heavy categories listed. sheep and yearlings prices noted, Bucks per head at 2 00 to 3 58.
Indianapolis report states prosecutor Pugh and Beyfried traveled to Hot Springs Arkansas to gather evidence in the Kettlehake murder trial touching on Fred Kettlehake’s sanity. Seyfried notes local sentiment toward a "naughty town" and recounts a street confrontation linked to a poker game and a large downtown policy shop.
The report lists wheat and corn quotations by grade and color, including red and white varieties with prices per bushel, plus hay receipts and railcar inspections. It notes specific car counts for wheat, corn, and hay, with several grades marked as merchantable or rejected.
Chicago prices drift through September with grains and fats mixed. pork futures hold around 11.65 to 11.45, lard 6.90 to 6.85, ribs 7.45 to 7.40. Butter and cheese prices range with creamery grades and dairy products. live poultry and eggs display fluctuating quotes, with hens, springs, ducks, geese and miscellaneous rates noted.
H C Krentler & Co at 27 W Ohio Street offers artificial limbs deformity braces elastic surgical hosiery Trosacs and related fittings with correct measurements and adjustments. Correspondence solicited. Lady attendant available if desired. Phone 2 Kom 26170.
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