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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1900
Page
1
The Paris Exposition will showcase Transvaal wild animals and a Boer farm as major exhibits. Reports note rapid global trade, sugar substitutes, and a range of technological feats from artesian wells to telephone use.
Washington reports Republican conference committee reaches agreement on a financial bill establishing the dollar at 25.8 grains of gold nine tenths fine and creating a gold reserve fund of 150 million dollars. It outlines redemption of notes, reserve use, bond issuance, and retirement of silver certificates under the new standard.
A brief note from Renee in a city studio along State Street details her ongoing work, her focus on refined craft, and plans for upcoming shows. It emphasizes local venue connections and momentum building amid a busy schedule.
The Washington dispatch reports that the United States will not surrender Sibutu and Cagayan islands to Spain. The navy claims title and will hold the isles, while the state department plans to inform Spain they are U.S. property. Sibutu lies east of Borneo and Cagayan west of Mindoro, about 200 miles apart.
Toledo meat inspector Schurtz reports finding embalmed blood lungs livers and brains of hogs sheep and cattle in Toledo markets shipped by Chicago packing houses. Chief buyers noted as Poles and Hungarians who use the products for sausage soup and broths with some claiming they drink the mixture. A chemical analysis is planned to test the embalming fluids.
A fire at Saint Ouen, a Paris suburb, touched alcohol and oil stores then caused a series of blasts. Spectators gathered near the blaze as six large warehouses burned, injuring about 150 people, many seriously, with losses estimated at 2,000,000 francs.
Berlin on February 26 reports ongoing influenza as Prince Frederick Charles falls ill. Italian envoy Count Lanza di Dugenta invited Emperor William and Berlin and US Ambassador White to a dinner, but influenza caused postponement.
Special from Lucktown reports Miles Woods was shot dead at his mountain home. His father rushed to help and was wounded twice. The killer allegedly challenged a deputy U S marshal before dying.
Minneapolis on February 25 reports Lum bermen have unveiled a locomotive on runners to haul log sled trains from camps. A second machine chips ice from the lake to pave roads in snowless seasons, promising a revolution in lumber camp operations.
Princeton New Jersey February 25 judges of the sophomore prize debate held in Whighall recently awarded the first prize to John Green Sims of Wartrace Tennessee and the second to Paul Irwind Clary of Winchester Kentucky. Over twenty contestants entered the event.
Mrs Henrietta Snell widow of Amos J Snell the millionaire who was murdered in a 12 year old mystery died Saturday of heart disease at nearly 70 after living in the same house where her husband was killed.
London reports Cronje's position near Paardeberg deteriorating as British forces tighten grip with 50 guns and river slopes. Deserters claim Cronje willing to surrender but opposed by young Boers. British offer safe conduct for civilians rejected amid mounting casualties and reinforcements.
Cincinnati consolidated the Cincinnati and Hamilton with the Cincinnati and Miami Valley electric lines under the Southern Ohio Traction Co. The new line runs from Cincinnati to Dayton, with service to begin Monday. William Christy of Akron is president and Bo T. Pomeroy of Cleveland is secretary and treasurer.
The liner Californian ran ashore on Ram Island ledge near Portland after her pilot left. All passengers remain aboard. locals fear hull damage but hope for safe rescue. Vessel valued at 3 million dollars with 300 thousand dollar cargo. Six cabin, five intermediate, ten steerage passengers and 73 crew aboard.
Judge J W Rucker of Colorado and a U S Monetary League professor has led talks with national bimetalists on convening a national meeting. A convention is planned in Kansas City on July 4 with about 600 delegates expected from states and territories. A coordinating committee will work with Kansas City organizers to arrange accommodations.
The body found in a reefer car at Eaton California on February 4 is Stuart St. Clair of Williamsport Pennsylvania. He had been using the alias James Hamlyn and planned his death, writing to his wife that he would take his own life in a sealed car.
Harry M. Weldon long time sporting editor of the Cincinnati Enquirer was stricken with paralysis early Sunday as he entered his Seventh Street home. His right side is paralyzed and he cannot speak though conscious. He is 44 and may recover. doctors hold cautious optimism. He is well known to national sports circles.
The British steam ship Bath City, Captain Jones, en route from New York to Bristol, struck the north end of Lundy Isle in the British Channel. The vessel sank in deep water after backing off. The master, three officers and ten crew survived in lifeboats reaching Lundy Roads. another lifeboat with more crew members is believed safe.
Leaders in Michigan plan a Detroit conference of pro Boer activists from various states to consolidate the movement and push for mediation and arbitration of the British Boer conflict.
A street car on Atlanta’s Decatur Blue Line struck an obstruction and derailed near Oakland Cemetery. The vehicle rolled down a 15 foot embankment injuring 12 passengers, with Rachel Dellaperry and Patrolman Eugene Coker reported as probably fatally hurt.
Fire at the Detroit Steel and Spring Co. works killed Fireman Timothy Kane and injured a physician and an ambulance driver. The blaze damaged rolling mills, with property loss around 100000 dollars, fully insured.
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Washington reports show Senate actions on the Hawaiian government bill with amendments and a focus on the Philippine question. The House debated the Porto Rican tariff bill amid speeches on constitutional issues and procedural adjustments, including new pension proposals.
In Louisville on February 26 the Beckham vs Taylor suit joined with related suits in a consolidation under Judge Field. The case involves governor offices and alleged usurpation, with responses denying the petition and asserting counterclaims for the rightful holders of governor, lieutenant governor, and adjutant general offices.
London Ontario February 24 fire consumes the city’s business block including the Masonic temple. Estimated loss around 250000 with insured portion about 109000. Firefighters fought the blaze to prevent further spread and assess damage.
Indiana Populists approve ticket headed by A. G. Burkhart for governor and C. M. Walters for lieutenant governor. The platform calls for government ownership, direct vote for top judges, initiative and referendum, free silver, and issuance of full legal tender by the federal government.
In Muncie Indiana during February three days of meetings concluded with the formation of a national selling agency for glass fruit jars. About ninety percent of the country’s output from plants in Muncie Marion Swayzee Greenfield Terre Haute and Washington VA will be pooled. The agency will operate on a plan similar to the American Window Glass Co. model.
East bound Big Four freight train plunged through the Wabash river bridge near Terre Haute Indiana. Engine and six cars fell into the river. Engineer Harry Adams injured with head wound and severe bruises. Fireman Dan Ruddel fractured leg and internal injuries. Brakeman J A Whiteman leg broken and internal injuries.
The Cudahys of Chicago join the Manhattan Oil Co of Ohio to form a single company. The Chicago office moves to Lima, and the Indiana office at Warren is discontinued with staff reassigned to Lima.
Auburn Ind Feb 24 S Smith a farmer in the north part of the county gave $150 to his wife for safe keeping She hid the money in the top of the stove which was temporarily out of use A company visited and a fire was built Fifty five dollars in paper was destroyed.
Republicans of Indiana’s Tenth Congressional District meet in Lafayette and re nominate Edgar D. Crumpacker of Valparaiso. No opposition candidate, nomination by acclamation.
Muncie Indiana February 24 Prosecuting Attorney White plans to sue Republic Iron and Steel Co in Delaware circuit court for allegedly failing to follow the weekly wage payment law last Saturday.
Logansport Indiana February 23 The post mortem on Roger Maher reveals a bullet wound in the hip and Coroner Ballard believes the man was killed and placed on the track by someone else.
The remains of Andrew Gould who died of smallpox at Havana February 17 1899 were shipped to Lawrenceburg Indiana and will be buried with military honors Gould served in Company M 161st Indiana.
Indianapolis Ind February 22 Gen Harrison has been retained by holders of 250000 of Indianapolis bonds to protect their interests and ensure payment. The action signals efforts to stabilize bonds amid financial concerns and secures a prominent executive to represent creditor rights.
Marion Ind Feb 23 Judge Pawlus of the grand circuit court ruled that it could be possible to pipe natural gas out of Indiana after a suit by glass manufacturers and other gas belt plaintiffs against Indiana National Gas and Co. The ruling holds the pumping station near Fairmount falls under police regulation to prevent explosions by high pressure. The case will be appealed to the Indiana Supreme Court.
Promoters form the Oil Belt Traction Co of Indiana to build an electric railway from Huntington to Portland, with a 62 mile main line and an 18 mile spur to Bluffton. Capital stock set at 10,000 with offices in Huntington. Estimated cost 560,000. home office in Huntington.
Evansville Indiana February 22. Coal miners in Warrick county struck after a mass meeting at Boonville. Miners led a street procession with a brass band while hundreds of citizens followed. Public sentiment supports the strikers as Big Four and Weoley mines continue nonunion work. Union leaders appealed to President Van Horn who arrived at the scene.
Alf Pun due of near Muncie called at ex President Harrisons home in Indianapolis on February 22. He asked to borrow the silk hat to run for governor this fall. Harrison told him he was leaving shortly and would need the hat. Purdue later created a disturbance at the state house.
Mishewaka Ind February 23 Owing to farmer refusal to continue cultivating sugar beets and the threat of three $300000 sugar refineries closing each Michigan companies have stationed solicitors in Indiana to secure a cage About 2500 acres of Indian land have been contracted for
In Muncie Indiana on February 22 a report states a Midland railroad official plans a new town near Muncie centered at Sharp, about six miles west. A general store and other buildings are being constructed at the site.
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