WANTS AN INVESTIGATION DEPUTY BARNARD SAYS HE HAS NOTHING TO FEAR
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Michigan City Ind April 4 Deputy Warden Barnard flatly denied the charges against him saying he will be exonerated by the board and that developments will be startling to the accusers He described a recent illness case where a prisoner with a bad arm was left in a sick cell and later died asserting proper medical care was not denied and that the doctor would confirm the falsity of Dr Horne's statements He avoided other details but insisted he is not in sympathy with the report linking Dr Horne to the charges and said the accuser will lose in the end He and Warden Reid refused to speak for publication and Barnard’s campaign will proceed from Marion where he will handle it MR SHIDELER S VIEWS
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Former Ward Discusses the Home Case at Michigan City
Former Warden G A H Shideler, previously silent on the Michigan City trouble, states he will not enter the controversy. He recalls charges against the deputy warden during his administration but says they never surfaced and asserts Deputy Warden Barnard did his duty at all times.
Nonpartisan board needed for state institutions says ex governor
In a broad remarks the former governor argues for hiring based on fitness not politics. He defends the current deputy and states the board of control can resolve concerns to the state's satisfaction. He stresses nonpartisan management and professional staffing for state institutions.
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Prison board member returns home amid probe
Charles M Kimbrough, one of three prison board members, arrives in Muncie as he says charges will be sifted to the bottom and the investigation continues. With Mr Bundy out of state the two remaining members delay conclusions until Bundy returns for an immediate session to settle the matter.
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Charities Chief Notes Uncertainty on Prison Inquiry
Amos W. Butler, secretary of the State Board of Charities, said he is unsure if the board will join the investigation of alleged inhuman treatment at the State Prison. He knows little about conditions, relying on newspaper reports, and warned that two boards should not double as investigators. He added the Charities board may take up the probe after the Prison Directors finish.
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Cut in Price of Pig Iron by United States Steel
United States Steel Corp closes a 225000 ton contract with the Bessemer Furnace Association for delivery Oct 1 to Apr 19 at 16.5 dollars per ton at valley furnaces or 17.25 delivered in Pittsburg. Prices higher than the last big order but lower than current rates. Mahoning and Shenango furnaces are sold up for the year as a strike threat looms May 1. No agreement on worker shifts, with a 50 percent labor cost demand from blast furnace employers.
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Coal Land Deal Near Black Lick Creek
Pittsburg observers report a deal closing for 000 acres of Indiana county coal land at 36000. Located along Black Lick creek near Black Lick, mining and coking plants are planned with two ovens. Total value of property and plants is stated to exceed 1 million dollars. The land will be crossed by the Buffalo Rochester Pittsburg extension soon to unlock 90 acres of Indiana county coal owned by affiliated interests of the railroad.
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Manitoba Prohibition Vote Returns Reported in Winnipeg
A Winnipeg dispatch notes latest figures from Manitoba show 12 332 for and 18 against prohibition with little expected change in the majority. The report claims numerous perjury instances including fifty clear cases in West Selkirk and twenty seven treaty Indians among voters.
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Judge McAtee May Resign From Oklahoma Post
In Enid on April 4 a credible source reports Judge John L. McAtee has forwarded his resignation as assistant justice of Oklahoma to Washington. An inspector was recently sent to investigate allegations against Judge McAtee.
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President orders inquiry into alleged British camp in Louisiana
Washington April 4 President directed an investigation into reports of a British base in Louisiana supplying mules and teams for the South Africa campaign. A House resolution urged transmission of affidavits and documents from the Louisiana governor’s protest to Congress.
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Homesteaders Defeated in Minnesota Land Dispute
Supreme Court decision upholds the title of settlers who purchased lands from Archbishop Ireland in Minneapolis and St. Paul area grants. The railroad sought indemnity lands in Traverse and Big Stone counties, but title was not perfected, many settlers had already located on the lands, and the act restoring the land titles is referenced.
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Lands Held By Railroad Purchasers Triumph In Suit
In Traverse County John P. OConnor bought 16 acres from Archbishop Ireland while Jacob Gertgens, a homesteader, claimed the land. Courts ruled for OConnor, establishing that railroad land purchasers have superior rights to homesteaders and upholding Archbishop Ireland's purchase as bona fide.
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Reform at New York Dry Hours Between 1 and 5 A.M.
A police revolt against lax enforcement has seen Commissioner Partridge promote officers to reinforce the excise law. Harlem to the Battery now report a stricter 1 to 6 a.m. dry period, upsetting saloon keepers and patrons. Poolrooms, less accessible, resume business. Independents plan a broad opening on April 15 at the Aqueduct race meeting. authorities’ response is unknown.
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Rhodes Gifts Oxford Scholarships Define Race Center Plan
The plan funds tenable Oxford scholarships of 1500 dollars yearly for three years, aiming to unite the English speaking world. Rhodes preferred Oxford over Cambridge or American universities due to loyalty to his alma mater and sought a broad, merit driven, outdoor life inclusive selection. He outlined unique election criteria emphasizing academics, sports, character, and leadership with weighted marks across four categories.
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Rhodes Will and Education Plan Highlight Global Unity
The text discusses Rhodes scholarship criteria and his aim to select top students by combined marks across qualifications. It notes his goal of uniting English-speaking races, securing premier education, and promoting a global center. It cites his political will favoring a federal connection between Washington and London and critiques the English Parliament structure. The article praises Rhodes as a remarkable figure and worthy monument.
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Commentary in London papers on Cecil Rhodes will
London papers lavish praise on Cecil Rhodes will. They praise its romance patriotism and public service while noting the endowment for American and British scholars. The Times highlights intimate revelations in the will and calls the plan modern Caesar like.
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Indianapolis War to Host Next Phi Kappa Psi Grand Meet
Phi Kappa Psi leaders choose Indianapolis War as site for the next Grand Arch Council. A morning session debated vesting executive committee with charter-acceptance power, compromising to defer final decision. Officers elected: President B. E. Fedl of Philadelphia, Vice President W. C. Alexander of Washington D C, Secretary Orra E. Monnett, Treasurer F. M. Toledo.
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Martyr to Work in Tuberculosis Fight in New York
Dr Clinton HL Catherwood of New York, renowned for scientific study and free treatment of consumptive patients, has contracted tuberculosis from a patient. At 27, once a promising physician and athlete, he left a prosperous career to help the poor, now traveling to Colorado seeking a cure.
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Claimants in Absalom Case Estate Contest
In Flint on April 4 James C. Decker and Mrs. George L. Crawford prepare powers of attorney and papers for a dispute over part of the Absalom Case estate, a pioneer of Cleveland who secured 40 acres from Indians. The estate’s value is cited as 89 million dollars. Descendants including Decker and his sisters and nephews seek one ninth of the total estate, with about 16 claimants reported.
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Tragic kerosene stove blast kills mother and baby in St Louis
Mrs Clare Ward, 32, her ten month old daughter Mabel, and five year old Miles were involved in a fatal kerosene stove explosion at their home. William Ward, the father, and an invalid relative were severely shocked. the mother poured oil into a heating stove when the blast occurred.
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Alonzo Bruce severely beaten in Deadwood
Alonzo Bruce, nephew of the late senator B K Bruce, was found in his Deadwood room badly beaten with severe head injuries and possible skull fractures. He is in a hospital in critical condition and unable to relate the events.
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Suffrage Clause Proposed by Virginia Constitutional Convention
Richmond April 4 The Virginia constitutional convention after nine months consideration today adopts a suffrage clause to the constitution. It provides for a temporary two year restriction and a poll tax educational qualification. The plan would admit every white man to registration and suppress part of the colored vote. Voting is permitted.
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Memorial to pardon Florence Maybrick in New York
Women of the New Yorkative League plan to petition for a pardon of Mrs Florence Maybrick on coronation day. They base their petition on her having already paid for her alleged crime, not on innocence.
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Daily Blows From Coffee Poison Claims and Conversions
A nondescript health letter argues daily coffee acts as a poison causing organ disturbances and possibly appendicitis. It cites a Fredonia New York woman whose nerves and bowels suffered, then improved after switching to Postum, and notes a clergyman who adopted the regimen after similar nervous troubles.
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