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Odon Journal

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Odon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1902

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Judge Suspends Judgment in Mother Jones Contempt Case

In Parkersburg West Virginia Judge Jackson found Mother Jones and seven United Mine Workers organizers and several Hungarian miners guilty of contempt for disobeying his June 19 injunction. Sentences ranged up to 99 days. Jones’s judgment was suspended and the court warned she may be retried if she violates the injunction again.

Parkersburg W. Va Jackson United States District Court Jones Unites Mine Workers jJail Thomas Hacherty Mother Jones Lewis United Mine Workers Indianapolis W. B. Wilson Reynoldsville Pat Rice Morgan Board of United Mine Hirers Ke Rer Dubois Morgan Massillon. O Jane Bom Mianapolis Ind Wilson National West Virginia Tarkersburg W. Val Buzzard Elliott Fairmont

Boston Drives Set 25 Mile Record At Charlies River Park

Bobby Waithour defeats Otto Maya Bennie Monroe and Tommy Hall in a 25 mile motor paced race at Charlies River park, setting a track record of 35 022 5 and breaking multiple New England marks.

Boston Bobby Waithour Otto Maya Bennie Monroe Tommy Hall Charlies River Park New England

Poisoned lemonade sickens forty in Marysville Tennessee

Forty persons in Marysville Tennessee were poisoned after drinking lemonade overcharged with tartaric acid. J W Carr a local merchant was taken ill and may die. A second item notes Gov Devis refusal to commute Dave McWhorter's sentence in Little Rock Arkansas on July 25.

Knoxville Tenn Marysville J. W. Carr Little Rock Ark Devis Dave McWhorter

New Navy Plans Two New Battleships Connecticut and Louisiana

The navy department issued circulars for two battleships Connecticut and Louisiana to be built in New York and for bids to publish August 1. Construction time caps, speed targets, penalties, and armor layouts are specified with bids favored for shortest construction time and 18 knot speed.

Washington Connecticut Louisiana Navy Department New York Navy Yard Secretary of the Navy Scoreda New Jersey

Board selects site for new Chickamauga post Ga

A board of officers led by Maj. Walter S. Schuyler Maj. Jefferson R. Iean and Capt. Herbert J. Slocum has been appointed to select a site for a new military post at Chickamaugia Ga They held informal meetings to review building size wells water supply at feet and sewage disposal via septic tanks similar to Santiago. The post will lie north of the current military national park and the board will travel to Chickamauga to complete work before reporting to the secretary of war.

Wishington Walter 5. Schuyler 2D Cavalry Jefferson R. Iean Medical Department Herbert J. Slocum 7Th Cavalry Chickamaugia Quartermaster’s Department Military National Park Chickamauga Creek Santiago Chickamauga Secretary of War

Post Office Seeks Bids for Stamp Printing

The Post Office Department in Washington advertises for bids to print postage and other stamps for the next fiscal year. Officials say the move follows an alleged excessive price from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and raise questions about contracting outside government printing. The Treasury Controller notes government printing offices should handle all printing unless law allows otherwise, warning outsider work could force large layoffs at the engraving bureau.

Washington Post Office Department Bureau of Engraving and Printing the Treasury Tracewell

Planters in Jamaica Discuss Annexation to the United States

Hingston Jamaica July 26. West Indian sugar planters talk of annexation to the United States due to dissatisfaction with imperial government aid. Newspapers reject the idea, yet annexation sentiment grows among planters.

Hingston Jamaica United States

England and Japan Aid Korea to Preserve Independence

Cologne reports The Gazette states England and Japan agreed to assist Korea by word and deed to preserve Korea’s independence. Korea plans to raise its army to a high defensive strength.

Korea Cologne the Gazette England Japan

Cuban Cattle Importer Fails In Court Proceedings

Gavana July 26. B Doran the cattle importer suspended payment. Court and Horne schedule shows liability about 800000 dollars against nominal assets near 900000 dollars.

Gavana

Jeffries Wins Title After Eight Round War With Fitzsimmons

In San Francisco on Friday night James Jeffries defeated Robert Fitzsimmons in eight rounds to retain the heavyweight championship. Fitzsimmons, bleeding from facial gashes, fought with pace and skill but a late two punch sequence by Jeffries sealed the victory. Fitzsimmons said he would never fight again, while Jeffries praised his foe and planned rest before future bouts.

San Francisco Robert Fitzsimmons Fitzsimmons Jeffries Fitz Fitzsiimons

Objects to the Referee for Corbett McGovern Fight

Young Corbett's manager Johnny Corbett telegrammed from Denver advising he should not accept Tim Hurst as referee for the August 29 bout with Terry McGovern. The note indicates objections to the proposed official.

New York Young Corbett Terry McGovern Johnny Corbett Denver Tim Hurst

Remarkable Showings Highlight Civil Service Excellence

The civil service commission issued two statements of gratitude noting remarkable showings by motive. In San Juan a postal service examination recently held reflected notable performances by Puerto Rican staff.

Washington Taly Civil Serve Ics Commission Postal Service San Juan

Schwab Illness Not Serious Says Steel Chief

Atlantic City July 28 Chas M Schwab president of United States Steel Corp is slightly indisposed but not in a serious condition. He spent a few days at his cottage with family and arose on Sunday before returning to New York in two or three days.

Atlantic City N. J Chas. M. Schwab United States Steel Corporation Schwab New York

Murder Suicide in Springfield Tragedy Ends Former Lovers

Charles Werley 25 of Norwood Missouri shot and killed his former sweetheart Miss Josephine Sheridan at her home in Springfield then shot himself. The couple had known each other four years and were engaged until a month ago. Sheridan died from a heart wound. Werley’s head was fatally damaged. Neighbors heard four shots as the pair hosted friends in the back yard.

Springfield Charles Werley Norwood Josephine Sheridan Miss Sheridan Wergley Werfey

Mendoza defeats 1900 reinforcements at Alto de la Palma

Venezuelan general Luciano Mendoza learned of Castro’s reinforcements from Trujillo and led 1900 troops to Alto de la Palma. An engagement followed, defeating Baptista’s force and capturing their ammunition. Baptista’s troops retreated to Carache in the Los Andes region.

Port of Spain Trinidad B. WI Luciano Mendoza Castro Trujillo Los Andes Alto de la Palma Lepoldo Baptista Mendoza Baptista Carache

Severe Oxford Michigan storm devastates county farms

Oxford Michigan reports the worst storm in history sweeping 18 miles from Thomas to Rochester. It struck Sunday afternoon at 1 o clock for 25 minutes unroofing several houses including Harry Humphrey s nearly finished residence, leveling corn and laying wheat and oats in a tangle. Orchard fruit lost and farmer losses run to thousands of dollars.

Oxford Mich Thomas Rochester Harry Humphrey

Strike Ended For Illinois District Telegraph Messenger Boys

The strike of the Illinois District Telegraph Co. messenger boys, halted telegraph delivery since Friday, was settled at a late hour Sunday night, ending disruptions for brokers and businessmen in Chicago.

Chicago Illinois District Telegraph Co

Three Girls Killed By An Engine On Trestle

In Charlotte on July 28 Annie Consart and Jennie and Mamie Nelson ages 10 12 and 14 were killed by a Seaboard Air Line engine while crossing a trestle.

Charlotte, N Annie Consart Jennie Mamie Nelson Seaboard Air Line

Indian prince's son Rupi Mari Mari dies at 130

In San Francisco on July 28 Rupi Mari Mari a son of an Indian prince and longtime resident of the city died at age 130. He was noted as a native of India with memories extending back to the early days of white settlement in the area.

San Francisco Rupi Mari Mari India

Plans for Manila College to Train Filipino Teachers

Commissioner Bernard Moses of the Philippine Islands public instruction department outlines steps to organize a Manila college for training Filipino teachers. The plan aims to improve local education by supplying qualified instructors.

Manila Bernard Moses Department of Public Instruction For The Philippine Islands

Noted Desperado Killed in Juarez Saloon Shooting

El Paso dated July 23 reports that Black Jack McDonald a noted desperado was shot and killed in his Juarez Mexico saloon late Sunday by an American whose name is unknown. Also from Winneconne Wisconsin dated July 28 obituary notes baseball magnate Matthew Killilea died after a months long illness.

el Paso Tex Black Jack McDonald Juarez Mex Winneconne Wis Matthew Killilea

Fatal Fist Fight Ends in Carlson's Death

A fatal fight occurred with Carlson dying from a blow to the stomach. The incident occurred during a melee, and investigators are examining the events and seeking witnesses.

Paris Clerical and Anti Clerical Demonstration Ends Quietly

A July 28 demonstration in Paris over Premier Combes decree drew about 15 000 people in the Place de la Concorde and similar numbers on the Champs Elysees. Fights occurred but remained limited and no one was seriously injured. Police kept the crowds moving, with arrests near 100 as events wound down after a light shower.

Paris Combes Place de la Concorda Champs-Elysees le Republique Place Beauvieu Elysee Ministry of the Interior Mesdames Reille DeMun Cibiel de Pommerol Avenue Gabriele Champs Elysees Millevore Ruffray Place de la Concorde Chamns Elysees

Haitian clash looms over Firmin candidacy

Port au Prince July 28 three thousand troops under Gen Saint Foix Colin move to confront Gen Jean Jumeau who backs M Firmin as decisive action was anticipated Sunday in the district commander’s operations.

Port Au Prince Hagu Saint Foix Colin Jean Jumeau M. Firmin

Farmer Burns Defeats Wittmer in Davenport Match

Davenport Illinois July 23. "Farmer" Martin Burns defeated Charles Wittmer of Cincinnati in a catch as catch can clash. Burns won two falls while Wittmer took the Graeco Roman first fall.

Farmer’ Burns Wittmer Davenport Farmer Martin Burns Gharles Wittmer Cincinnati Burns

Cholera Cases Rise in Manila Amid Storm Disruptions

Manila reports 154 new cholera cases in the 45 hours ending Sunday morning. No new figures from the provinces due to the storm hindering communication.

Manila

Tragedy at Long Lake Claims Two Youths

In New Brighton near St Paul Minnesota on July 26 12 year old Josephine Kastner daughter of William Kastner a stonemason and 15 year old Mary Biles daughter of saloonkeeper Joseph Siler drowned while bathing in Long Lake.

St. Paul, Minn Josephine Kastner Wm. Kastner Mary Biles Jos. Siler New Brighton

Lane Arrives in United States Bar Event

Lane travels to the United States for a bar event as part of his tour, details unspecified.

China Accepts Draft Britain China Commercial Treaty

Shanghai July 28 The Chinese government conditionally accepts the draft commercial treaty with Great Britain. Clause eight on abolishing likin awaits British approval. The pact covers trade mark registration, Yangtse Canton river navigation, bonded warehouses, duties equalization, currency, mining rules, inland waterways, and opening four treaty ports in 1904. Britain to relinquish extraterritorial rights once reforms justify it. China to tax salt opium and native produce internally.

Shanghai Great Britain China Yangtse Canton Kong Mun West River Chang Sha Nganking Wan Hsien Wai Chow

Anti Friar Demonstration In Manila Ends Quietly

A planned anti friar demonstration in Manila on Sunday was restrained by police. A small meeting at the Zorilla theater preceded a peaceful dispersal as stormy weather limited turnout and no disorder occurred.

Manila Zorilla

Gas blast in Sans Bois mine kills two

McCurtain Oklahoma July 28 Two men were killed and two others seriously burned by a gas explosion in a Sans Bois Coal Co. mine one mile west of town. The four men were 900 feet from the opening when the blast occurred and a second weaker explosion followed. It is thought the gas was ignited by a lamp.

Lightning Strikes City Youths. One Dead, One Burned

In Birmingham on Sunday Miss Annie Herndon aged 16 and Willie Blair a boy were hit by lightning. Willie Blair is reported to die momentarily while Annie Herndon suffered severe burns to her left side and leg the umbrella rod and shoe damage noted. Annie Herndon is expected to recover.

Birmingham Ala Annie Herndon Willie Blair

Knoxville Justice of the Peace Kills Man After Dance Dispute

Berry Donahue a justice of the peace and farmer near Luttrell Tennessee fatally shot Sherman Dyer while returning home from a Saturday night dance. A feud over the outcome of a lawsuit is noted as a motive. Donahue escaped.

Knoxville Tenn Berry Donahue Luttrell Sherman Dyer Bau Donahue

Expelled From Players Association in Night Meeting

In New York on July 28, players who violated contract terms in both leagues were peremptorily expelled from the Players Protective Association during a Sunday meeting.

Players’ Association New York American League of Baseball Players' Protective Association Sundar

Police Chief Lainglaire Assassinated Near Libreville

Paris dispatch reports Inspector Lainglaire, head of the French Congo police, was killed by natives near Libreville while on duty in Brazzaville. The killing is described as an assassination with tensions rising in the territory.

Paris Brazzaville French Congo Temps Lainglaire Libreville

Gen Methuen Undergoes Operation in London

Gen Lori Me thusen who was wounded or captured by the Boers but released arrived in England early this month and has undergone a successful operation to remove bullets from his leg.

Methuen London Lori Methusen England

Waiters Strike Ties Up Trieste Cafes and Restaurants

In Trieste on July 28, waiters walked off the job protesting conditions. Crowds clogged sidewalks outside dining rooms as managers tried to calm unrest and resume service. Local unions call for continued action until demands are met.

Trieste Austria

Traction Consolidation Faces Possible Ban

Three stockholders led by Dr R C Light George Marott and A Keller seek an injunction to block the Union Traction Co and Indianapolis Northern Traction Co merger. They allege Union Traction would be deprived of corporate existence while asserting Indianapolis Northern Traction lacks railway property and is using Union Traction funds. Executives McCullough Van Osdell and Sampson named as defendants.

Indianapolis Ind Union Traction Co Indianapolis Northern Traction Co Anderson Dr. R. C. Light George Marott A. Keller George F. McCullough James A. van Osdell William C. Sampson

Fortville Bank Robber Confesses While Wounded

In Greenfield Indiana on July 25 a wounded robber from Fortville bank raid told a fellow prisoner he is C A Hall a plumber from Marion Ohio. He was taken to Greenfield jail for safekeeping and later identified himself as a former Indianapolis worker. He bears a score of gunshot wounds but none are fatal.

Indianapolis Hall

President of Taylor University Dies in Upland

Rev. T. C. Reade A. M. D. D. president of Taylor University died Friday morning from intestinal paralysis in Upland Indiana. Born March 23 1846 in Steuben County New York he graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1866 and had led Taylor since its removal from Fort Wayne in 1896. He was known across Indiana Ohio and eastern states as a poet and lecturer.

Taylor University Upland Ind T. C. Reade Steuben County New York Ohio Wesleyan University Fort Wayne Indiana Ohio

Only Survivor of 1350 Indiana Constitutional Convention

Alexander B. Conduitt of Indianapolis claims to be the sole surviving member of Indiana's 1350 constitutional convention, one of 149 delegates. Now 84, he remains mentally active though physically frail and previously represented Morgan County as a Whig before later serving in the legislature as a Republican.

Indianapols Ind Alexander B. Conduitt Conduitt Morgan County

Government Wants the Bad Money in Logansport

Indiana secret service chief Thomas E. Halls has asked Chief Foley to send all counterfeit money and related tools found in Logansport. He cites a newspaper report of counterfeit notes recovered near inventor Nickum's former residence along the river.

Loganspor Ind Thomas E. Halls Indiana Department of the Government Secret Service Foley Halls Nickum

Injured in a Runaway Near Logansport

Mrs. Fred Byers clung to the lines as her horse ran five miles in a furious pace. She ruptured muscles and broke tendons in her right arm. On College hill she jumped from the buggy and sustained serious head injuries.

Logansport Ind Fred Byers College Hill

Indianapolis Man Falls From Train Near City Limits

Benjamin Keyes of 1236 Bellefontaine Avenue Indianapolis fell from an Iron Mountain train Sunday night near the St Louis city limits. Both legs were severed and he cannot recover. He was en route to Little Rock Arkansas.

Indianapolis St Louis Benjamin Keyes Bellefontaine Avenue Little Rock Ark

Pioneer James Hollingsworth Dies at 87 in Anderson

James Hollingsworth one of the county’s early pioneers collapsed and died in Anderson Indiana. He was 87 years old and had lived there since age four after moving to the city in childhood.

Anderson, Ind James Hollingsworth County Mr. Hollingsworth Anderson

Fork duel ends in death as youth struck in neck

In a Wabash River duel at Mt Vernon Indiana on Friday Elzie Durbin aged 14 was fatally wounded when Carl Varney 18 thrust a fork through Durbin s neck piercing a jugular vein Varney escaped custody authorities reported the victim died from the injuries.

Mt.Vernon Ind Wabash River Elzie Durbin Carl Varney Durbin Varney

Smallpox Cases Reported in Monroe Township Indiana

Several smallpox cases are reported in Monroe township at Isaiah Wall's home and at Thomas Stout's. Many residents have been exposed to the illness in Upland Indiana on July 26.

Upland Ind Monroe Township Isaiah Wall Thomas’ Stout

Vigorous Handshaking in July Meeting Prompted Debate

A fragment notes vigorous handshaking during an event in July at an unspecified venue in Cant. J. The terse line hints at social or political tensions but provides few concrete details.

Ene, Ind

John M. Hamilton Tombstone Near Demolition

In Warsaw Indiana on July 26 the tombstone of John M. Hamilton the county’s oldest grave marker on a Winona knoll was nearly destroyed by visiting Indianapolis youths seeking mementoes. Col Isaac W Brown told the tale of the Indian fighter who lived among tribes and married an Indian maiden inspiring the crowd to scramble the stone. The Winona fresh air camp condemns the desecration and its management is distressed.

Warsaw Ind John M. Hamilton Kosciusko County Winona Indianapolis Isaac W. Brown Hamilton

Sham Battle at Lawrenceburg August 13 in Indiana

A sham battle will be staged in Lawrenceburg on Rough Rider day August 13. Col Theodore J Walker nominated for prosecuting attorney will command the Dillsboro company with Col Jos H Burkh am leading Lawrenceburg troops. Sol K Gold County Superintendent leads Harrison contingent. Oberting will command the attack on San Juan hill. The Dillsboro band of 23 pieces and William Swarthout lead the bands.

Lawrenceburg Ind Rough Rider Theodore J. Walker Dillsboro Company Jos. H. Burkham Sol K. Gold Harrison Dillsboro Oberting San Juan Hill William Swarthout

Airship inventor Carl Klotz dies in Indianapolis

Carl F. Klotz, holder of a recent fetters patent for an airship, died in Indianapolis on Sunday night from stomach cancer. Born in Germany in 1845, he was a machinist who studied airships for years and had designed a controllable ship slated for St. Louis trials during the exposition. Local capitalists planned to fund its construction this year.

Indianapolis Ind Carl F. Klotz Germany St. Louis

Man Arrested for Counterfeit Nickels at Greenfield Slot

Greenfield Indiana July 28 George Tracy was arrested while playing a slot machine with counterfeit nickels. Detectives found 191 counterfeit nickels in his pockets. He led officers to mold locations and Sheriff Larabee seized the molds. Tracy recently arrived from Eagle Mills Vinton County Ohio.

Local firm to reopen historic window house in Elwooo Indiana

A stock company led by John F. Rodefer forms to operate the large east side window house abandoned by the window glass trust six weeks ago. The 12pot plan provided jobs for 209 workers and uses local capital.

Elwoou Ind John F. Rodefer Window Glass Trust

Farmer's Presentment In Versailles Lightning Strike

James Hazen prayed on a rock as a bolt struck his home in Versailles Indiana. The lightning ripped a roofing rod, tore weather boarding, destroyed the chimney, and severed the northwest corner foundation.

Versailles Ind James Hazen

Gen Fitzhugh Lee speaks on peace and unity at Winona Lake

Warsaw Indiana July 25 Gen Fitzhugh Lee addressed about 2000 people at Winona Lake on Peace and War in the United States and Cuba. He recounted events leading to the blowing up of the Maine and urged greater unity between the north and south.

Warsaw Ind Fitzhugh Lee Winona Lake United States Cuba

Robert Brown Honored as Recorder for Knights of Pythias

Indianapolis notice confirms Robert A. Brown clerk of the supreme court was appointed recorder for the supreme tribunal Knights of Pythias. He succeeds W W Kennedy who was recently expelled.

Robert Brown Indianapolis Ind Robert A. Brown Supreme Court Supreme Tribunal Knights of Pythias WW. Kennedy

Notable Muncie Industrialist John W Little Dies

John W Little 58 a leading Muncie manufacturer died Sunday in Muncie Ind from throat trouble. He was among the city's wealthiest men and a pioneer in local industry.

Muncie, Ind John W., Little Muncie

Two Boys Drown in Indiana River Incident

Evansville July 28 two youths Chas Willis 15 and Walter Hendricks 16 drowned after falling from a raft of logs between Newburg and Rockport Indiana. A year earlier three boys died swimming at the same site.

Evansville Ind

Wedding Plans Spoiled by Army Desertion Arrest

Marion Indiana July 28 Harvey Sutton of this city was arrested on charges of deserting from the army at Ft. Mead, Sd He was to be married August 2 to Miss Blanch Culbertson of this city.

Marion Ind Harvey Sutton Ft. Mead Ss. D Misa Blanch Culbertson

Franchise Granted in Warsaw City Meeting

In Warsaw Indiana on July 25 a city meeting approved a franchise related to city connections. The decision grants authority to operate or extend a service within municipal boundaries. Officials noted terms will guide future expansion and public benefit.

Warsaw Ind

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