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The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1903

Page

3

Weather Forecast for Wednesday through Friday in Several States

Washington notices showers in Indiana Illinois and backward notes. Michigan expects fair by Thursday with warmer west. Nebraska shows Thursday showers then fair and warmer. Kentucky mostly fair Friday with warmer winds. Wisconsin and Minnesota forecast fair Thursday, warmer west, with Friday showers in east and cooler in west. North Dakota fair with warmer Thursday, some showers and cooler Friday. Leveal Observations list temperatures around 76 degrees and precipitation totals. Blythe signs off as Section Director.

Washington Illinois Ilinois Indiana Michigan Ohio Wisconsin Son Minnesota Dakota North Dakota

Movements of Steamers Across Atlantic Ports

Shipping news notes arrivals and departures at Crockhaven Bowthampton Liverpool Glasgow SOWREAD Antwerp and Philadelphia. Vessels include Numidian Germanic Friesland Oceanic Teuton Norse Norwegian and Rhyn Bend with routes to New York Philadelphia Antwerp and Rotterdam.

Penn Ivania Hamburg Jeatio Tivernoch Queenstown Liverpool Rotterdam Boulogne Crookhaven Carpathia New York Own Fastnet Bowthampton Hurstcastle Jg Farm Kaiser Wilhelm York Friesland Philadelphia Oceanic Glasgow Anchoria Mont- Sowread Teutonic Antwerp Rhynbend Gax Pl’ Urn, Jr Ze Ug Pretoria

Cleveland to visit Minnesota for hunting trip in October

ST. PAUL Minn August 12 Former President Grover Cleveland has written to friends in the city accepting conditionally an invitation to visit Minnesota for a hunting expedition in October He says he will come if he can arrange his affairs accordingly.

ST. Pal Minn Grover Cleveland Minnesota i+ it

Beaten by a Negro Capt Henry of Alexandria Likely to Die

Alexandria Ind Aug 12 A fight between Capt George Henry Civil War veteran and Richard Raymer a colored barber left Henry with a broken shoulder and in critical condition doctors doubt he will recover Raymer is jailed and stories differ about the incident Henry a respected gas belt hospital nurse was said to have gone to Raymer s shop to take control and a street brawl followed.

Indianapolis Journal Alexandria Ind George Henry Richard Raymer Captain Henry Raymer Capt Henry da Henry

Hatton Federal Warrants Growl Near Lafayette

In Lafayette Indiana Harry Hatton, at large in woods south of the city, faces warrants from federal and state authorities. Accused of opening a family mail, he is said to be fixed on a cousin’s daughter, has stalked the cousin’s home, and shot at the man with a gun from hiding. Locals search nearby woods for the suspect.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Harry Hatton Hatton Daniel Hatton Hattons

Firebug at West Hammond Sparks Village Fear

Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports a murderous arsonist in West Hammond burning three two story buildings at midnight to target an insurance and real estate agent with whom he had a business dispute. Tenants escaped with their lives as authorities hunt the suspect amid mounting frenzy.

Indianapolis Journal Hammond Ind West Hammond Paul Ipinski

Liar accusation sparks clash at Indiana fairgrounds

At Lawrenceburg fairgrounds James L. Riddle of Hebron Ky accused John W. Watson of misusing a borrowed vehicle. An altercation followed with Riddle calling Watson a liar and striking him. Watson retaliated, breaking Riddle’s nose. Watson was jailed as Riddle received medical care. Both men kept horses at the fair.

Indianapolis Journal Lawrenceburg Ind Fair Grounds James L. Riddle Hebron Riddle John W. Watson Erlanger Watson

Attacks and Assaults Reported in Indiana Events

In Valparaiso Mrs. A B Biggs shows signs of recovery after an attack suspected rape by John Wilson. injuries include a broken collarbone scalp gash severe throat injury and broken ribs. In Lafayette Frederick Wissing is arrested for mailing an obscene letter to Louise Haupt and released to await federal grand jury action. In Parker a saloon brawl between Thomas Williams and Rufus Tharp ends with Tharp stabbed and wounded.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind la Follette Frederick Wissing August Wissing Louise Haupt Yountsville Rankin Wetwight Kimmel

Murder at Terre Haute Ends in Quick Fatal Shootout

TERRE HAUTE Ind Aug 12 William Redman aged forty five was shot and instantly killed by Alexander Humphrey this afternoon. They quarreled about a woman. Humphrey was arrested. Both men are cul o

Indianapolis Journal Terre Haute Ind William Redman Alexander Humphrey Humphrey

Goat Eats Revenue Stamps Prompting The Purge

In Memphis, a wholesale whisky firm sold five barrels to a saloon. The owner’s goat ate the revenue stamps from the barrel heads, leading to the confiscation of the whisky after an inspector found the stamps missing. The goat will be killed and its stomach examined to recover the stamps and shield the publican from a heavy fine.

Memphis Tenn United States

Cupid is Knocked Out by Marion College Room Keeper

John Lantz, elderly rooming house keeper in South Marion, struck Merle Barbee, a 21 year old student from Marion Normal College, with an iron bar after Barbee escorted a young woman from the house. Barbee suffered a four inch scalp wound and may be seriously injured. Lantz was jailed on an assault charge with intent to kill.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind John Lantz Merle Barbee Lantz South Marion Marion Normal College Barbee

Wiggins to Have Charge of California Exhibit

Frank Wiggins, once of Wiggins now in Los Angeles, chosen to head the California exhibit at the St Louis exposition. He has long led California’s display efforts at major fairs, serving as secretary and superintendent in Los Angeles and managing exhibits for Chicago and San Francisco events.

Indianapolis Journal Richmond Ind Frank Wiggins Los Angeles Cal California Wiggins United States Chamber of Commerce Southern California Chicago St. Louis

County Commissioner Blocks Free Band Concert in Hartford City

In Hartford City Indiana on August 12 George Willman a Democratic County Commissioner halted a planned free concert by Phinney's United States Band on courthouse lawn. Deputies and city officers were ordered to stop the event but sheriff ignored the order. About 2500 residents gathered to hear the program despite Willman’s protest and subsequent defeat for reelection sparked wide comment.

Indianapolis Journal Hartford City Ind George Willman Board of County Commissioners Phinney United States Band Wii Man Willman

Window Hous es To Start

Anderson Ind Aug 12 General Superintendent Strom of this city who oversees the American Window Glass Company plants said the Big Four plant will start October 15. It is among the companys largest factories and was thought to be closed permanently. About 0 skilled operatives are employed there. Strom also announced the dtot plant in alley would begin operations and may receive blowing machines.

Indianapolis Journal Anderson Ind Strom American Window Glass Company American Company Dtot Alley Fort Wayne Berghofft E. N. Crouse Fifth Crouse Marion Chicago Cobb Federal Department Treasury

Cupid in the Tabernacle at Ohio Falls Holiness Camp

Harry Welker manager of the Georgetown Indiana telephone exchange married Laura Hanger of Milltown Indiana today at the Ohio Falls Holiness Association campgrounds on Silver Heights west of Selty Ear a. v. Roth member of the association witnessed the ceremony and their attire described in brief.

Indianapolis Journal New Albany Ind Harry Welker Georgetown Laura Hanger Milltown Ohio Falls Holiness Association Silver Heights 5Elty Ear A. v. Roth

Acquaintance Sparked Five-Year Path After Camp Meeting

Five years ago the pair met at a camp meeting held at White Sulphur Springs in Crawford County, forging a connection that led to their collaboration and plans for the future.

White Sulphur Springs Crawford County

Westerly Yearly Meeting Held in Noblesville

In Noblesville Indiana Aug 12 the Westerly Yearly Meeting of the Bible School and Christian Endeavor Assembly of Friends Churches of Indiana and Illinois began a three day session. Professor Elbert Russell of Earlham College spoke at the opening. Rev Sylvester Newlin led morning devotion and addressed missionary work in Mexico. Other speakers included Rev E J Rees Earlham President R Kelley and George H Moore of Paoli.

Indianapolis Journal Noblesville Ind Bible School and Christian Endeavor Assembly The Friends’ Church of Indiana and Illnois Elbert Russell Earlham College Sylvester Newlin Westfield Mr. Newlin Mexico E. J. Rees R. Kelley Earlham George H. Moore Pauli

Wife Changes Mind Leaves Family in Fort Wayne

Mrs. Fred Ensch deserted her husband and several children after a note saying she could not live with him. He appealed to police to locate her. She had recently sued for divorce and won an order barring him from annoying her. He found work in Chicago, she later asked him to return, he did so, then she disappeared after packing up.

Indianapolis Journal Fort Wayne Ind Fred Ensch Eusch Chicago

Court Amends Order In Sequestered Taxes Case

Washington Ind August 12 The court withdraws the original order to Washington National Bank permitting County Assessor Daily to inspect draft records in the Dr F M Harned tax matter. An amended order is issued as lawyers prepare for a major legal battle amid public and newspaper debate over the issue.

Indianapolis Journal Washington, Ind Washington National Bank F. M. Harned

Gas shut off in Montpelier plant over unpaid bills

Fort Wayne Gas Company cut gas to city water and light plant in Montpelier after council deemed gas bills too high at about 700 monthly. Plant remained fueled by coal on hand, so operation not halted though gas service was suspended.

Indianapolis Journal Montpelier Ind Fort Wayne

Miss Maud Brown Not Appointed Rural Carrier

Washington Indiana August 12. A report that Maud Brown has been named a rural mail carrier is false. Her brother, ill and resigning Sept 1, left a substitute emergency carrier who will serve until a regular appointment is made. Brown plans no future carrier role. Anderson Indiana August 12. Trustee Jerome Brown faces a township funds payout over turkey losses. Farmers led by Meredith Stanley Frank Pittsford William Main and Daniel Rhoads demand compensation for depredations by dogs, value over twenty five birds per head. Brown delays payment seeking the dogs’ scalp as proof.

Indianapolis Journal Washington Ind Miss Maud Brown Miss Brown Anderson Jerome Brown Meredith Stanley Frank Pittsford William Main Daniel Rhoads Brown

Landis visits Hamilton county constituents in friendly tour

Representative Chas. B. Landis is touring Hamilton county towns and Noblesville, reporting warm receptions and optimism about his renomination. He notes no known opposition, praising improving political conditions and local prosperity as he continues through Noblesville and surrounding areas.

Indianapolis Journal Noblesville Ind Chas. B. Landis Hamilton County

Imposing Odd Fellows Parade Led by Bodine in Anderson

A large procession moved through Anderson led by Major General J. E. Bodine, with cantons from Muncie, Indianapolis, Marion and other towns. Odd Fellows joined the opening production of Pain’s ancient Rome. Nearby cities reported reunions, fairs, and local gatherings across Indiana on Aug 12.

Indianapolis Journal Anderson J. E. Bodine Patriarchs I. O. O. F. Cantons Muncie Indianapolis Marion Hartford City Elwood Alexandria Noblesville Winchester Portland Dunkirk Odd Fellows Pain

Barrett and Ross Moff Marriage Near Here

Nora E Barrett daughter of John Barrett a Pike County farmer and Ross from St Louis were married near here last evening after more than a year of correspondence. Ross had not met his bride until he arrived this week.

Nora E. Barrett John Barrett Pike County Mr. Ross St. Louis

Morristown Obituary Notices From Aug. 12

Morristown veteran W L Patten died at 5 PM after a 24 hour illness. Goshen master painter Edgar G Currie, age 49, died this afternoon. Union City widow Mrs Andrew Dunn, 82, mother of S H Dunn and Thomas Dunn, passed away after eight months. Evansville business man Mrs Thomas M Elliott, 63, died in Chicago and will be interred here. Shelbyville resident Mrs Polly L Tatman died at 73, survived by Dr Bernal Tatman and Mrs M Hamilton Goodrich. Valparaiso's William Wilson Sr, 87, died at home with family in Porter county.

Morristown Ind W. L. Patten Goshen Edgar G. Currier Mulholland Dunkirk N. Y Woodmen of the World Samaritan Union City Andrew Dunn S. H. Dunn Atlas Bank Thomas Dunn Bobbs-Merrill Company Indianapolis Hamilton Evansville Thomas M. Elliott Chicago Elliott Shelbyville Polly L. Tatman Bernal Tatman Mount Vernon M. Hamilton Goodrich Baltimore Valpariso William Wilson Valparaiso Porter County

New Strike At Marion Electrical Workers For Higher Pay

Marion Indiana August 12 unionized linemen and other electrical workers at United Telephone Company walked out seeking a higher wage scale. About thirty five striking workers including trouble shooters and subforemen demand pay increases after the company refused to sign the proposed scale first presented June 15. Central Union Telephone Company has not signed yet but workers expect a settlement. other city firms have signed.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers United Telephone Company Central Union Telephone Company

Go Out in Sympathy in Bluffton Strike

Twenty linemen working on United Telephone Company cables in Bluffton walk out in sympathy with Marion strikers. They were ordered out though no direct grievance, amid demands from Marion workers for higher pay from $2.59 to $2.75 daily and shorter six to eight hour shifts. Most workers belong to Butterfield Construction, under contract to improve United systems in Bluffton, Marion, Hartford City, Montpelier and other points.

Indianapolis Journal Bluffton Ind United Telephone Company Marion Electrical Workers Butterfield Construction Company United Hartford City Montpelier

Painter Union Opposes Labor Political Mixing

Lafayette Ind Aug 12 Michael P Carrick general secretary of the Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators in America said the union would not tolerate any resolution endorsing a political candidate. He telegrammed locals to a National Building Trades Council in Denver to not endorse any candidate. Carrick opposes labor and politics mixing.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Michael P. Carrick Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators America Building Trades Council Ever Carrick

Drug Store at Hall Morgan County Wrecked by Dynamite

C C McMorris's drug store in Hall Morgan county was blown up by dynamite at 1 this morning. McMorris says he does not know a reason for the attack though he admits selling intoxicants. He estimates stock and building damage at about $1,000.

C. C. McMorris Hall Morgan County Indianapolis Journal Martinsville Ind McMorris

Change in Sentiment in Southern Indiana Saloons

Evansville Ind August 12 Authorities at Rockport issue strict enforcement orders under Nicholson law as sentiment grows against saloons in southern Indiana. Public opinion in small towns favors stricter liquor laws and suppression of gambling with Evansville planning a higher saloon license. The city currently charges 75 dollars annually, likely to rise to 250 under statutes.

Indianapolis Journal Evansville Ind Rockport Indiana

Police raid gamblers in Lafayette carnival city crackdown

Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports an early morning police raid on carnival gamblers in Lafayette. Officers seized roulette tables faro banks slot machines and gambling paraphernalia and arrested seven gamblers on Main Street. A second wave of raids was anticipated later in the week as authorities push to curb illicit gaming during the carnival period.

Indianapolia Journal Lafayette Ind Atrol Ese Main Street

Grand Lodge officers elected at Evansville session

The grand lodge elected officers for the ensuing year including Grand V C John Goodale Seymour and other posts in Evansville Indianapolis Bedford Lafayette and New Albany. In Lapel Indiana residents rejected Wesley Moore’s bid for a saloon license after a remonstrance claiming improper delegation of power. Demonstrations followed the decision with a jubilation meeting planned.

Grand V. C John Goodale Seymour Grand L. C James Kellay Evansville Albert Frey Charles Heyden Grand O Julius Miller New Albany Grand M Kee Wolf Indianapolis Grand C John Connors Grand Tuler A. M. Hitchford Bedford Grand P. V. C J. Hannagan Lafayette B. F. Murphy Joseph Schaub Martin Hmig Chas. Polston Maleracee Supreme Philip Lodge Selpt

Swindled Real Estate Trader Loses Farm Scam

B F Zell of Eugene bought the Collett farm of 701 acres for 42000 last May and sold it to Lorenzo Platt of Chicago for 25000, taking the Alabama Hotel as part payment. A later trade offered 5000 acres in Tennessee for the hotel, but Zell found Huntsville town built over the site and his deed worthless whereas the hotel changed hands with a day title. Zell is nearly penniless.

Clinton Ind B. F. Zell Eugene Collett Lorenzo Platt Chicago Alabama Hotel Zell Tennessee Huntsville

Hoosier News Briefs Outline Local Disputes and Reunions

Noblesville sues to block a dam on White River two miles north of town, claiming floodbackwater will harm 160 acres and public health. land condemned. Simmons reunion draws relatives from multiple towns at J S Simmons grove. Pendleton mills sold, Huntsville mills changed hands, exchanges. Hutton farm barn fire destroys large structure with hay and corn losses. Riley Richardson’s son undergoes cherry stone surgery after stuffing ears. doctor required anaesthetic. League convention delayed for venue issues. will be held later. State Hog Breeders meet in Shelbyville. Lebanon hosts next year. Old settlers gathering slated for Madison County on Aug 27. Governor Durbin invited. Washington county institute in Salem with 250 teachers. instructors Conner and Douglass. Pike County Institute in Petersburg. 150 enroll. Crown Point hosts 173rd Regiment reunion Sept 16–17. Harry Connelly, 14, dies from bicycle fall while exploring.

Noblesville A. L. Evans Noblesville Hydraulic Company White River Evans Hydraulic Company Wilkinson Simmons J. 8 Fred Aiman T. M. Warne Amboy Ind Huntsville Mills George Phipps Joseph Copeland Ilinois Pendleton Sam Hutton Here Hartford City Riley Richardson Shelbyville Su Breeders’ Association Fair Grounds Lebanon Anderson Old Settlers Madison County Durbin Salem Washington County Institute A. W. Conner Indianapolis Douglass Petersburg Pike County Institute J. H. Tomlin D. M. Geeting Valparaiso Seventy-third Crown Point Osgood Harry Connelly

Mills Shut Down in Pittsburg Area For Oct 1 Reopening

Steam of notices hits steel towns as Crucible Steel Slinger Nimick mill announces closure until October 1 affecting 400 workers. Leechburg Hyde American Sheet Steel suspend operations, Vandergrift mills also shut. cause unknown.

Pittsburg Slinger & Nimick Crucible Steel Company Leechburg Hyde American Sheet Steel Company Vandergrift Martjnquist

Missing banker Brown found. Union Trust assets tallied

New Holland Ohio. John K. Brown cashier of the Union Trust Company who vanished Monday has been heard from. An investigating committee recovered 107000 in notes and bonds, plus real estate and other property, lifting assets toward 120000. Brown's shortage is not expected to exceed 10000.

New Holland, O John K. Brown Union Trust Company Brown

Van derbilt Returns From Europe With Bride Rich Duty Paid

Reginald C. Van derbilt, back from Europe with his bride, paid eight thousand dollars in duties at Boston port. It marks the largest single duty paid by a returning tourist at that port on record.

New York Reginald C. Vanderbilt Boston

Death on Calumet River Claims Chicago Man

Fishermen John and Fred Davidson, brothers from Chicago, vacationing at Clarke Station near Hammond Indiana, fished the Calumet river. An upset boat left John unable to swim and drowned. Fred was rescued with difficulty. A separate item reports a New Albany child scalding case deemed accidental after coroner inquiry.

Indianapolis Journal Hammond Ind John Fred Davidson Chicago Clark's Here John Davidson

Hammond tragedy follows end to a lamp blast

Julius Taussig stepped on a match near a lamp causing an explosion that enveloped his wife in flames. She suffered severe burns as bystanders rushed to aid them and police opened an investigation into the accident.

Indianapolis Journal Hammond Ind Julius Taussig

Death of Mrs Krusenklaus Attributed to Bicycle Crash

Evansville Indiana August 12 authorities failed to place blame for the death of Mrs Katherine Krusenklaus who was run into by a bicyclist and died. William Neal a young man charged with manslaughter was discharged from custody at the request of Henry Krasenklaus husband of the woman. Neal was exonerated in the evidence taken by the coroner.

Indianapolis Journal Evansville Ind Katherine Krusenklaus William Neal Henry Krasenklaus Neal

Miltion Jef fries Killed in Greenville Runaway Incident

Greenville Ohio area reports Milton Jef fries aged sixty five died instantly at 2 PM in a runaway. Mae is described as a prominent local farmer.

Indianapolis Journal Greenville Milton Jeffries Mae

Special Architect Cobb Removed From Chicago Building

Secretary Shaw removed Mr. Cobb as special architect for the Chicago federal building. No reason given. The building will likely be completed under the supervising architect’s office with no successor appointed. Cobb’s authority has waned for months, and the decision follows prolonged Treasury protests over delays in construction dating from 1895.

Washington Shaw Cobb Chicago

Mexican government to attend eleventh Irrigation Congress at Ogden

Trade and labor news note official Mexican representation at the eleventh National Irrigation Congress in Ogden. Other items report refunds from the Teese Department, a $500,000 note, and New York banking motions to issue small change. Also: Harbison-Walker Refractories secured a preliminary injunction in Cambria County to keep strikers away from Figart plant. Newark seeks a Black department store. a five thousand dollar fund for energes. Pennsylvania Engineering Works strike settled. tax dispute in St Paul surrounding James J. Hill’s assessment. Mayor Smith advocates measured tax hikes.

National Irrigation Congress Ogden Teese Department Wedr New York On Wednesdance Harbison-Walker Refractories Company Cambria County Pennsylvania Themi Figart Newark N. J Serta Sys Frate Energes Maee Pennsylvania Engineering Works New Castle James J. Hill St. Paul Smith

Sale of Smuggled Diamonds in New York Auction

New York on August 12 saw Joseph Goodham & Son of Memphis bid successfully at a sale of diamonds smuggled into the country by Michael Leinkram. The firm bought several stones ranging from about a fourth to several karats, with duties reported at zero per cent.

New York Michael Leinkram Joseph Goodham

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