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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1910
Page
5
Figures from the state bureau compiled by W. N. Denny show 7,501 fines for drunkenness in 1909 compared with 6,374 in 1908 as Indianapolis saw arrests rise by 324. White and colored offenders, women and language offenses are noted, with shifts in vagrancy and punishment toward more incarceration.
The investigation into traction wrecks at Tipton and Union City was delayed to Friday due to a railway superintendents meeting. Witnesses including Dan Lacey of Indianapolis and C C Bell will testify, with Supt Baldwin and General Manager H A Nichol also present as the statehouse railroad convention plans a new program to ease earlier tense sessions and encourage open discussion.
William Thum of Hammond brands Col. Roosevelt a nature faker in a Sun special. He argues Roosevelt claimed African elephants were used in Roman campaigns and that these elephants cannot be tamed, citing a magazine article.
In Mulhausen Germany on September 20 aviator Plochmann died from injuries after his biplane fell about 100 feet on Wednesday night. He never regained consciousness. This marked the second fatal aeroplane accident that week, following George Chavez of Peru who crossed the Alps.
Antonio de Luca, an Italian aboard the steamship Ancona, refused entry at Philadelphia as possibly insane, sprang overboard near New York as the vessel neared port. A rescue boat retrieved him but he died.
Dessie K Hartley’s mother Mellie Hartley alleges a man named Marshiadl sallied, and a requisition for his return was issued on Wednesday. The report notes a Jay County arrest related to the kidnapping accusation.
Indiana moves to establish a state credit agency and supports a national central bureau. Lawrence M. Murray of Washington endorses a national system, with Indiana reporting loans over 5000 and the state bureau tracking loans over 2500. Goal is to curb aggressive borrowing across cities and protect bank solvency.
Evansville will host the next convention of the county commissioners association of Indiana on September 27 and 28, 1911, after decisions at the annual meeting. All officers were reelected with Louis J. Seeburger of Terre Haute returned as president, John T. Wyss of Allen County as vice president, and Col. H. B. Smith of Indianapolis as secretary.
Naples authorities opened quarters to aid destitute after an epidemic that has halted business and largely suspended shipping. Since noon Thursday the city reported only sixteen new cholera cases, amid widespread job losses and economic disruption.
Paul Parker, once watched by police after Eva Swan was found buried under a vacant house on Weberka Street, was released as coroner's jurors returned a verdict charging Dr. Robert Thompson known as Dr. James Grant with the murder of Miss Sywan.
London on September 29 reports Sir Thomas Vesey Strenge chosen as Lord Mayor without opposition. He is a prominent temperance advocate and director of the United Kingdom temperance and general provident institution among other societies, and is described as the first temperance man to hold the post.
Three Cleveland College students Paul Jones Austin Hart and Otis Miller went missing while attempting to scale Cloud Peak in the mountains. They wandered four days in a mountain storm before stockmen located them and guided them back to civilization.
Pendleton Indiana reports 500 entries for its annual two day horse show opening Friday. Local businessmen back the event and several blocks along Main Street are set aside for show purposes.
Fire Wednesday destroyed a barn and its contents owned by Frank Hartman of Jackson township. His dog, chained in the barn, was burned to death as Hartman tried to rescue it. Loss is expected to reach about 1000 dollars, largely covered by insurance.
A visitor tours an Indianapolis county office joking about the errands tied to marriage and divorce licenses. The license clerk notes how couples quickly obtain licenses, marry, file for divorce, and return for a decree, amid a string of nearby offices handling records and real estate.
A Friday night event at Murat temple invites Shriners wives and daughters to view the inner realms of the building. Tickets, sold by William A. Holt or at the temple, cover a member and family. guests from Columbus, Greenfield, Franklin, Muncie, Marion, Hammond, and Ft. Wayne will attend. The lobby will feature palms and ferns, with refreshments near the ballroom. The grand march is led by E. Jacobbi and wife. Richard 4. Johnson chairs the floor committee and Benton Billingsley the reception committee.
In Hot Springs Virginia on September 29 police raided the Woodland club, triggering fear among wealthy visitors. Subpoena servers target several fashionable members, including Roswell Colt, son of the rubber trust president and Ethel Barrymore's brother-in-law, who reportedly spent 4000 in one visit and fled town upon hearing of the raid.
The Interstate Commerce Commission heard testimony from eleven inspectors, labor leaders, and about 200 railroad officials on September 29 regarding adopting a standard safety appliance for all railroad cars. Inspectors urged a uniform standard so workers would recognize devices on any line. railroad representatives supported the commission’s previously proposed standard.
FT. WAYNE Ind Sept. 20 Friends of Dr. A. P. Buchanan of this city doomed him for presidency of the Indiana Medical association, now in annual convention here and it is considered likely that he will be elected Friday.
At Fairfield avenue in FY Wayne Indiana on Thursday morning a carload of salt was spilled when the salt car was demolished in a minor collision. The incident disrupted traffic while crews cleared the track and handled the spilled cargo.
Judge Marshall Thursday dismissed charges against Gov Haskell in the Muskogee townlot cases and the defendants were discharged. Erdman, president of Auto Sales, left for Chicago to buy 250 cars from Stayer carriage company. He praised Detectives Dawson and Duncan for recovering a valuable diamond. Auto Sales is located at 35 Kentucky Avenue.
Gen Frederick Funston at Fort Leavenworth denounced hotel bellhops wearing US Army captain insignia after two hours in the Kansas City hotel. He paid the bill, left, and urged the hotel to drop the outfit. Army officers at Fort Leavenworth support the action and will boycott the hotel until the uniform is changed.
The board of works again discussed whether to improve Maryland street from Shelby to Noble. A remonstrance against the proposed sidewalk was filed, continuing a pattern of protests that have repeatedly killed paving efforts. Some opponents are now open to allowing others to carry out the work.
Statements from Butler College president Thomas Carr Howe report an enrollment exceeding six hundred for the current fall term, the largest in its sixty one year history. Language and literature courses are crowded, with sixty five French students in one room, and seven new teachers were added to the faculty at term start.
Cambridge, England, September 29. Prince Maurice Battenberg was summoned to court on a charge of recklessly driving his motor car through the town, marking the first time royalty has been arrested for speeding under the new anti speed law.
Washington Sept 29 Army orders issued placing Maj Samuel Reber in fire control consultation duties and detailing several sergeants and lieutenants for retirement leaves and duty changes. Capt Edgar Macklin is detailed as professor at Ouachita College Arkadelphia Ark. Other officers granted leaves extended or directed to report to coast artillery board or Fort Totten for duties and observations at Presidio hospital.
In Chicago on September 29 State Senator Holstlaw testified he voted for William Lorimer and received 32,000 dollars from Broderick for his vote. The committee planned to hear Rep H J C Beckemeyer, a bribe confessing witness, after Holstlaw. Twenty new witnesses were summoned. Beckemeyer to be followed by Michael Link.
The convention adopted a radical progressive platform demanding tariff revision, regulation of railroads with physical valuation, and the use of initiatives recall and referendum. It endorses Senator La Follette and pledges support for his candidates.
Hearst's American signals support for Henry L. Stimson unless Democrats nominate a man of similar profile. The editorial declares Stimson can challenge big-harm figures and emphasizes independence from former partner Elihu Root and financier Thomas F. Ryan.
President Taft signals backing for progressive Republicans and aims to bring regular leaders into line against insurgent congressional nominees. He optimistic about a GOP victory and congratulates Henry L. Stimson on New York governor nomination, noting Roosevelt’s platform and a prior New Haven conference with Col. Roosevelt.
In Utica New York on September 29 Vice President Sherman declared he was content with the Saratoga convention results. He praised the platform and ticket while noting a flaw in the direct primary plank and indicating he would support all nominees. He blamed one man for the convention's actions but affirmed party principles remain.
In Providence on September 29, Rhode Island Democrats nominated Lewis A. Waterman of Providence for governor and Philip L. Stark of Newport for lieutenant governor and adopted a strong platform.
For sale seventy five horses and mares including work horses farm wagres wagons drivers and cheap plug horses with a number of wagons buggies and all kinds of harness at our regular weekly sale Monday Oct 3 at 562 W Washington St
In juvenile court Mrs. Henry L. Harms sobbed that she loved a man who wore a blue coat and served three years with Uncle Sam. The shoe, tied to a claim against her husband, was used to smear her reputation, while testimony showed tacks had caused a child’s foot injury, later attributed to broken glass. The judge, Judge Stubbs, postponed the case for thirty days.
After a meeting of residents Wednesday night the East Park district beautifying and improvement league was incorporated Thursday. The league aims to oversee park and boulevard use with equitable regulations and taxation. It calls for a monthly park board report to the city council and limits one park board member per district.
Prince Tsai Tsun of China and his royal retinue, in Mt Vernon since Monday night, toured the town Thursday morning. The party planned to depart for New York in the afternoon en route to West Point to inspect the military academy.
The thirty third annual reunion of the Seventh Indiana regiment at Sutherland Presbyterian church on Wednesday elected R V Ditmars of Franklin Indiana president and Joe M Dunlap of Franklin secretary treasurer. The next veterans meeting will be in Franklin, with reunions typically at the president home.
The Board of Works renewed efforts to compel the street car company to construct the Crosstown line in the northern part of the city on Thirtieth Street from Illinois Street west and on a street between Nineteenth and Thirtieth streets from Illinois Street east. City Attorney Walker advised President Shrader to order completion to meet franchise terms despite prior noncompliance. The board plans to enforce the franchise mandate requiring the Thirtieth Street connection.
John Reed deputy auditor replies to Col Matson of the state board of tax commissioners about authorizing ten clerks. The state board may appropriate funds for clerical work to meet deadlines between the board’s meeting and September 1 submission to auditors. Will H Freeman and Charles S Heimer named in the auditor’s office amid the dispute.
In Anderson Indiana on September 20 the annual reunion of the 130th Indiana regiment closed after a two day session with officers elected including President Isaac Wood Vice President Alfred Brown and Secretary Spencer Bevelheimer The regiment formed at Hotomo in 1864 under Col T N Stillwell About fifty of the original 1260 men and officers attended the reunion.
Popular yard wide silks in demand for waists coats and dresses include satin peau de cygne satin face silk priced at 8c yard black satin duchess heavy silk at 1.10 per yard and black taffeta 98c, all with strong catalog tone and emphasis on value.
Short excerpt notes a hair comb serving to hold stray rocks or as an ornament, praising its beauty and suggesting it as a versatile accessory.
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