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Odon Journal

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Odon, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1902

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Boers Disarmament Progress Report From London

Lord Kitchener reports the disarmament of the Boers proceeds with 4342 rifles surrendered to date. Pretoria dispatches confirm surrender of the Transvaal government staff and 59 guard. Boers cheer the British officer, receive meals, and retain horses. some Americans given passage home. Thanksgiving services mark peace across British dominions and Berlin with foreign dignitaries in attendance.

London War Office Lord Kitchener Pretoria Transvaal Botha DeWet King Edward Rcera Balmoral Cape Catony Delagan Bay South Africa Lord Nilner Johannesburg Berlin Ferlin Andrew I. White United States John B. Jackson

Method to harness atmospheric electricity without chemicals

A Las Palmas engineer named Figueras claims a practical method to tap atmospheric electricity without chemicals or dynamos and without motive power. He believes the invention will trigger a tremendous industrial revolution.

London Daily Mail Las Palmas Canary Islands Figueras Senor Figueras

Mexican wrestler Romulus stars in Nuevo Laredo bull fight

In the Plaza de Toros of Nuevo Laredo Mexico Romulus the famed Mexican wrestler threw a wild bull from the San Luis Potost ranch at his first attempt One bull was killed and no horses were hurt in the event staged on Sunday in Laredo Texas papers report

Degree For Ambassador Choate

Oxford University will confer the honorary Doctor of Civil Law on Joseph H. Choate United States ambassador at the forthcoming enecenta annual commemoration in Oxford. The event marks an honor for the American envoy and aligns with the university’s founders' legacy.

Ambassador Choate London Oxford University Oxford Joseph H. Choate United States

English Army Inefficient Report Sparks Reform Calls

London June 9 The committee on military training and education finds junior officers deficient in military knowledge and lazy mediocrity allowed to pass. The result is a lamentably inefficient English army with calls for reform.

London Committee On Military Training and Education

Persian Shah Prefers American Musical Machine Over Military Bands

In Berlin on June 3 the shah of Persia enjoyed an American musical machine at the Persian legation more than the finest military bands, showcasing his unusual preference amid formal entertainments.

Berlin Persia

Threatened Uprising Frustrated in Birmingham Tale

A Meridian Mississippi dispatch reports frustration as a threatened uprising in Birmingham faces suppression. The brief notes limited details and quotes Jane from Meridian while outlining local tensions and authorities preparing for possible disturbances.

Birmingham Ala Jane O Meridian Miss

Taft Holds Audience With Pope on Philippine Question

Rome June 6 Gov William Taft of the Philippines met the pope and reviewed Philippine church state relations. He said readjustment is required by the American constitution and not hostility to Catholicism. The pope expressed pride in the U S church and a desire to aid American rule in the Philippines. Details would be settled by a cardinals committee with a conciliatory approach. The pope was in good humor and referred to Archbishop Ireland as he spoke of the Roman Catholic church in the United States.

Rome Wm. Taft Philippines Gov. Taft United States Vatican Philippine Islands Taft Great Republic Gov. Tift Iie Archisthop “Reland Roman Catholi

Pistols and Shotguns Battle In Italian Camp

A clash with pistols and shotguns occurred near the Concord street car line between three citizens and about 60 Italian workers on the Chicago Great Western road. Four men were seriously wounded, with one expected to die. Victims include A. Roberg and N. Marcotte, amid motives linked to disputes over two women. Joseph St. Dore suffered facial wounds and possible blindness. Fred Warman was wounded in the abdomen but expected to recover.

St. Paul Minn Chicago Great Western Road Concord A. Roberg N. Marcotte Minneapoliz Fred Warman Joseph St. Dore Marcotte Roberge

Adjournment Resolution Moves Congress Time to June 2

Washington June 6 Representative Ruppert of New York introduced a resolution authorizing adjournment of Congress at 3 p.m. June 2. The measure was referred to the ways and means committee. Chairman Pryne and Republican leaders have not acted due to unsettled major legislation.

Washington Ruppert New York Congress Ways and Means Committee Pryne House

Seven prisoners escape from Council Bluffs jail after overpowering guard

In Council Bluffs Iowa on June 6 seven inmates overpowered Jaher Martin as he entered the cell room to deliver supper. They locked the jailer and his wife in an access and fled. The jailer's wife tried to intervene with a pistol but was overpowered and disarmed before reaching her husband.

Council Bluffs Jaher Martin

Persian Shah Honors Emperor William With High Decoration

The Shah of Persia in Berlin presents Emperor William with the highest Persian order. The insignia given to the emperor is set with gemstones valued at 22,000 marks.

Shah Berlin Persia Emperor Wiliam

Record Price for Dressed Beef Steers at Kansas City Stockyards

Prices paid for dressed beef steers set records on Thursday in Kansas City. A Hirsch of Formoss Kansas received 7 dollars 69 cents for 65 cattle averaging 1342 pounds.

Kansas City A. Hirsch Formoss Kan

Beef Trust Won't Fight Injunction

New York June 7. Counsel for the meatpackers says they will not fight the permanent injunction against their combine and will conduct their business separately going forward.

Beef Trust New York Combine

Missing Child Margaret Taylor Returns Home

Margaret Taylor reappears after four years away in eastern cities and foreign lands, arriving in Cincinnati Friday morning to join her family. The homecoming marks the end of a long disappearance for the Taylor family.

Baby Taylor Cincinnati Little Margaret Taylor

Price of Steel Plate May Be Raised

Representatives of the steel plate pool met at the Waldorf Astoria to discuss possible price increases. No public statement on business transactions was issued.

New York Waldorf-Astoria

Bryn Mawr College Receives Rockefeller-Backed Donation

Miss M Carey Thomas announces Bryn Mawr College receives 250000 toward meeting a conditional 230900 donation offer from John D Rockefeller. The gift supports the institution in Philadelphia on June 6.

Bryn Mawre College Philadelphia M. Carey Thomas Bryn Mawr College John D

Fatal Landslide Claims Names Near Lake Lecco

A landslide near Lake Lecco in Switzerland results in multiple deaths including individuals named Roe and Jane G Signor Riva and Mountio. Local authorities investigate the incident and marshal emergency responders to the scene.

Roe, ‘Jane G Signor ‘Riva Mountio Lake Lecco, Switz

West Virginia coal strike expands across multiple fields

June reports show 10 000 to 18 000 miners prepared to join a broad strike in West Virginia from Dingess to Elkhorn and Tug River areas. United Mine Workers pledge solidarity while some cabins Creek miners stay out. Non union labor and armed guards expected as operations threaten to resume with limited working mines.

Dingess W. Va Pearl Mining Co Montgomery United Mine Kanawha New River District Cabin Creek Elkhorn West Virginia Flat Top Tug River United Mine Workers of America Huntington United Mine Workers’ Organization Wilkesbarre Mitchell Hazleton Freeland Delaware, Susquehanna & Schuylke) Railroad Luther C. Smith Delaware, Susquehanna & Schuylkill Lehigh Valley Railroad Lehigh Valley Northfork Davy Clarksburg

President Roosevelt Rules Out Interference in Strike

After a cabinet meeting Roosevelt announced there is no legal ground for federal interference in the coal operators versus striking miners dispute. He said the settlement rests with the parties and applicable law.

Washington Roosevelt Flm

No Oath For Kruger Waived By British Government

Birmingham June 7 The Post reports the government has waived Kruger's oath of acknowledgment of British sovereignty due to his advanced age and infirmities.

Kruger Birmingham Eng

Newspaper Artist Robert F. Philips Dies in Brooklyn

Robert F. Philips, a New York newspaper artist, died at Seney hospital Brooklyn from virulent scarlet fever after a three day illness. His brother Stephen Phillips is a famous English author and poet.

New York Robert F. Phillips Seney Hospital Brooklyn Stephen Phillips

Travelers Protective Association selects Indianapolis for 1903 meet

The national convention of Travelers Protective Association chose Indianapolis as the 1903 meeting place and elected Howard W. Peak of Texas president by acclamation.

Indianapolis Portland Ore National Convention of Travelers’ Protective Association Howard W. Peak Texas

Charleston Mob Kills Black Man After Murder Allegation

In Charleston on June 7 a Black man identified as Jim Black was fatally harmed by a mob amid accusations involving the murder of J Jones's wife. Police have not released further statements and the case has drawn regional attention.

South Carolina Charleston Jim Black

Excursion Train Wreck Kills One. Dozens Injured in Alpena

An excursion train from Alpena to Saginaw on the Detroit and Mackinaw line wrecked at Black River near Alpena. Engineer Hopper stopped the train after the tender derailed and three coaches plunged into a ditch. August Grosinski was killed. about 50 injured, three fatally, many with broken limbs. The German Aid Society of Alpena organized the excursion.

Alpena Mich Detroit & Mackinaw Saginaw Black River Ald Society of August Grosinski Grosinski Lai

Wind and Thunder Storm Claims Two in Columbus

A heavy wind and thunder storm hit Columbus on Sunday afternoon killing J. J. Willis and Louis McClain and injuring M. C. Cochran. Willis died near an oak on First Avenue while conversing with Cochran who was struck as well. McClain, in Phoenix City across the river, was struck by a clothes wire he held. Several homes were unroofed by the storm.

Columbus J. J. Willis Louis McClain M. C. Cochran Willis Upper First Avenue Cochran Phoenix City

Hazing Bee Turns Dangerous in Madison

In Madison on June 9 a hazing prank nearly turned deadly. Harry F. Herrmann of New London ducked in the lake, returned with a revolver, and later fired as he was rushed by the crowd. The bullet hit Phil lip C. Kopplin of Laven in the leg. Kopplin’s injuries are described as slight. Herrmann was captured and ducked again amid the chaos as several shots were fired.

Madison Wis Harry F. Herrmann New London Phillip C. Kopplin Laven Herrmann Kopping

Pardons for White Men in Alabama Lynching Case

Gov Jelks pardoned Geo Howard Martin Fuller and John Strength three of the four white men convicted in Elmore county of lynching Negro Robin White. They were sentenced to ten years and had served one year. The case is noted as the only Alabama lynching conviction of a white man.

Montgomery Ala Jelks Geo. Howard Martin Fuller John Strength Elmore County Robin White Alabama

Prominent Montrose Merchant Confesses to Painter Killing

In Montrose Arkansas on June 3 B F Newton a prominent Montrose merchant was arrested and confessed to killing a journeyman painter. A fresh grave was found in the woods and the painter’s remains were buried there. Newton claims self defense.

Pine Bluff Ark B. F. Newton Montrose Newton

Harvard Professor Ferdinand Bocher Dies at Cambridge

Ferdi nand Bocher, A. M., Harvard modern language professor since 1870, died in Cambridge on June 9. Born in New York City in 1822 to French parentage, he spent his childhood in Normandy and taught French in St. Louis in his early career.

Cambridge, Mass Ferdinand Bocher Harvard University New York City Normandy St. Louis

Whitelaw Reid Arrives in London for Coronation Visit

Whitelaw Reid special envoy of the United States to the coronation arrives in London aboard the Cunard steamer Wemblia and is settled at Brook House in London after docking at Queenstown on Saturday.

London Whitelaw Reid United States Edward Queenstown Brook House

Reduction of Duties on Coffee Declared by Canada

Mexico City reports that Canada has granted a substantial cut in duties on coffee imported from Mexico. The notice comes from the Mexican consul general in Canada and confirms a easing of trade barriers.

Mexico City Department of Foreign Relations Canada

Liberty Bell Leaves Charleston for Philadelphia in escorted trip

The Liberty Bell departed Charleston on Sunday bound for Philadelphia. A special truck carried the bell and was attached to a passenger train, accompanied by an escort of Philadelphia city council committees and citizens.

Charleston S. C Philadelphia Council

Chicago Pioneer Dead

Chicago reports the death of Solva Brintnall a pioneer figure in early Chicago history. The note mentions his role as a former leader and a prominent resident, with details emerging from a June report in the city pages.

Chicago Solva

Unique Farming School Plans for New York State

The New York movement to establish a 415 acre School of Practical Agriculture near Poughkeepsie moves toward signings and contracts. Abram S. Hewitt R Fulton Cutting John G Carlisle Mrs Seth Low and others lead a diverse group backing a practical farming education with support from Theodore L Van Horden and William E Dodge among others.

Abram S. Hewitt R. Fulton Cutting John G. Carlisle Seth Low New York School of Practical Agriculture Poughkeepsie George Tr. Powell Mr. Hewitt Jacob H. Schiff John G. Carliste Seth Law Josephine Shaw Lowell Walter W. Law William E. Dodge Briar Cliff Manor Law Theodore L. van Horden Wm. E. Dodge Hewitt France

Wanted for Burglaries Leaps Train In Escape Drama

Harry Kelly, wanted in five states for burglaries, was captured near Brazil Indiana after a seven month chase. While in custody of Sheriff Atwood of Ballard County Kentucky he jumped from a fast Illinois Central train about 12 miles north of Carbondale and escaped. He had visited Brazil and left his irons with a warning note to detectives. Rewards are offered for his capture.

Carbondale Harry Kelly Brazil Ind Sherff Atwood Ballard County Ihnoir Central Mane

Duel Between Italian Minister Prinetti and Franchetti

In Rome on June 9 Signor Prinetti the minister of foreign affairs and Signor Franchetti a chamber member dueled after a heated deputies debate over the Ethiopian Italian East Africa budget. Franchetti was slightly wounded in the ear. The men reconciled afterward at the Marquis Medicis villa.

Rome Signor Prinetti

Prof Pirth Accepts New Post at Columbia University

Berlin reports Professor Friederich Pirth a professor of Chinese philology at Munich has accepted a position as Chinese day at Columbia University New York and will start lectures there in October.

Pirth Berlin Friederich Pirth University of Munich Columbia University New York

Treaty's Time Extended for Danish West Indian Territory

Secretary Hay and Danish minister Bruns signed a protocol extending 32 months the period for exchanging ratifications of the Danish West Indian territory.

Washington Hay Bruns

Lodge Philippines government bill passes Senate

The Lodge Philippines government bill clears the Senate 48 to 30 with three Republicans opposing and one Democrat for it. It sets up the Philippine commission and offices of civil and vice governor, outlines limited rights and tax measures, and permits future appointments by the president with Senate consent. The bill also enables municipal and provincial governments and authorizes bonds to acquire Friar lands.

Washington Senate Lodge Philippines Messrs. Hoar Mass Mason Wellington McLaurin S. C Philippine Commission United States Philippine Islands Supreme Court Islands Commission Government of The Philippines Philipine Commission House Ray N. Y Judiciary Committee Morgan Ala Jenkins Wis Parker N. J Wasatsoever Hanna Spooner Panama Canal Co Nicaragua Mitchell Military Academy West Point Alr Littlefield

Fortune For Prince Henry’s Children Inheritance

In Berlin on June 7 the children of Prince Henry of Prussia inherit the bulk of revenues from the late prince’s estate, totaling 2 900 000 marks. The Wilhelmstrasse estate goes to them while the palace reverts to the crown.

Henry Berlin Prince Henry of Prussia Wilhelmstrasse

Rose Melville “Sis Hopkins” Granted Divorce

Cincinnati reports Rose Melville known as Sis Hopkins was granted a divorce on Tuesday by Judge B. W. Smith. The case, Rose Hardy against Harry Hardy, shows neglect as the plea.

Sis Hopkine Cincinnati Rose Melville Sis Hopkins Wes W. Smith Rose Hardy Harry Hardy

Protected Cruiser Denver to be launched June 21

The protected cruiser Denver will be launched on June 21. It is the second of six 17-knot cruisers in her class to be launched, following Cleveland which has already been floated.

Denver Washington Cleveland

Inquest Held Over Fatal Chicago Manslaughter Case

Coroner's inquest opened in Chicago in June into a manslaughter death. The proceeding aims to establish facts surrounding the fatal incident and determine potential legal action.

Chicago

Indiana Democrats Nominate State Ticket and Adopt Platform

The Indiana Democratic State Convention in Indianapolis nominated a full slate led by Albert Schoonover for Secretary of State and addressed a platform denouncing the Republican party and Dingley tariff. It calls for tariff reform, trust suppression, and aims to aid Philippine independence while praising veterans and Cuba.

Three Men Killed by Train Near Galveston

Three men died when a Pan Handle passenger train struck them at Jewell Station near Galveston Indiana on June 9. The victims were Thomas James 50 Harry Young 35 and Will Patterson 20.

Logansport Ind Jewell Station Galveston Thomas James Harry Young Will Patterson

Sawmill Wrecked By Storm Near Young America

Logansport Indiana June 9 The Lawrence sawmill near Young America was leveled by a storm. The Poplar Grove schoolhouse was seriously damaged by lightning. Barns were uprooted and much other damage occurred.

Logansport Ind Lawrence Young America Poplar Grove

Paralyzed and Blind Woman to Sue Over Treatment

Paralyzed and blind Mrs. Ruggles of Chesterton has sued a Chicago specialist who treated her face. The case stems from a treatment claimed to repair facial issues and now leaves her unable to see or move parts of her body.

Laporte Ind Ruggles Chesterton Chicago

Thieves Loot Saloonkeeper's Home In South Bend

Thieves entered Andrew Kuntsman's residence in South Bend Indiana on Sunday morning and stole $1300 in cash two diamond studs belonging to him and his wife and a jewelry casket containing $10000 worth of jewelry from the home of the saloonkeeper.

South Bend Ind Andrew Kuntsman

Ft Wayne Bank Reorganized in Indiana

Ft Wayne Indiana June 9 The First National Bank of Fort Wayne reorganized becoming the fifteenth reorganized bank in the United States. Seven new directors were elected increasing the board to fifteen members.

Ft. Wayne Bank Ind First National Bank FL .Wayne Elevy‘enth United States

Philadelphia American League amends Lynch report

Robert E. Lynch signs from South Bend Indiana on June 6 as the Philadelphia American League report moves forward.

Robert. E. Lynch South Bend Ind Philadelphia American

Indiana Farm Statistics From 1900 Census Bulletin

The Census Bureau reports Indiana's 1900 farm total values from 221,887 farms totaling $978,616,471 with $841,735,340 in farm value, $27,330,370 in machinery, and $109,550,761 in livestock. Farm products 1899 valued at $204,450,196. animal products 40 percent, crops 69 percent. Gross farm income 1899 $155,980,56 and investment income 16 percent.

Washington Census Bureau Indiana

Lewis J Weichman Dead in Anderson Ind

Prof. Lewis J. Weichman died at his sister’s home in Anderson at age sixty. He ran a business college for years and was the last witness besides John Surratt in Mrs. Surratt’s trial. He had long believed his testimony caused the conviction and execution.

Carse Surratt

White Caps Severely Whip Woman Near New Albany

Mrs. Alice Hanger wife of Otto Hanger a Crawford county farmer was abducted by twenty white caps taken from her home near Maremgre and tied to a tree where she was flogged severely. Her husband was kept under guard in the house during the attack and warned to care for his step-children or face another visit from the mob.

New Albany Ind Alice Hanger Otto Hanger Maremgre Crawford County

Quit the Baptists

Lula A. Davis, daughter of Henry A. Nobes, files for divorce from Rev. Georges G. Davis in Tippecanoe circuit court Lafayette Indiana. Married December 28, 1898, separated January 12, 1902. Complaint alleges he left the Baptist church for Seventh Day Adventists and has failed to support his family.

Lafayette Ind Lula A. Davis Henry A. Nobes Tippecanoe Georges G. Davis Baptist Church Seventh Day Adventists

Ballentine in Sawmill Injury Near Death

Noblesville Indiana June 9 D R Ballentine remains alive after a fall at work two weeks ago that broke his neck He is paralyzed from the shoulders down and now scarcely able to talk He grows weaker and is not expected to live more than a few days Attending physicians say no similar case has lasted this long

Noblesville Ind D. R. Ballentine Attenang Ballentine

Nine Polecats Captivate North Vernon Residents

North Vernon Ind June 7 Dad Hinneir living east of town attracts attention with a family of nine polecats. He trapped the female this spring and kept her in a box at his home attracting local curiosity.

North Vernon Ind Dad Hinneir Here Mr. Hinneir

Galvin Refuses to Vacate Fire Chief Post in Lebanon

Lebanon Ind June 7 J D Galvin assistant fire chief refuses to vacate his office for Abe McIntire appointed two weeks ago Galvin claims his term ends in September leading to competing claims to the office by both men.

Lebanon Ind J. D. Galvin Abe McIntire Galvin

Agrd Engineer Dead In Terre Haute Early Rail Era

Terre Haute Indiana June 7 William Baugh aged 85 died here from old age. He ran the first engine on the Vandalia line from Indianapolis to Terre Haute March 4 1862 and remained in service until 1870.

Agrd Terre Haute Ind Wm. Baugh Indianapolis

Elopers Marry in Evansville After Kentucky Elopement

R H Harrison of Madisonville Kentucky and Miss Margaret Long of Earlington Kentucky eloped in Evansville Indiana on Friday and were married. The groom is a local merchant. A severe wind storm in Muncie damaged the Muncie and Hamilton railway power house wall, with logs valued at about four thousand dollars reported.

Evansville Ind R.H. Harrison Madisonville Margaret Long Earlington Muncie, and Eaton Muncie & Hafemurtan

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