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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1903

Page

6

Indiana County Bond Listings Signal Local Debentures

A condensed list of municipal and corporate bonds across Indiana and nearby areas shows issues from Dubois Posey Knox Peru Wells Warren Col Del amp Mar Ry Battery Realty City Winchester Greene Tipton Knox Howard Pulaski Mt. Vernon Parke and Vigo counties with varied maturities and denominations. The slate includes 44s 5s 6s 4ts and 4hs credits, totaling tens of thousands of dollars in bonds.

Dubois Co Ind Posey Co Knox County Peru Heat Co Wells Co Warren Co Col., del. & Mar Battery Realty Co Warsaw Case City of Winchester Greene Co Tipton Co Knox Co Howard Co Pulaski Co Mt. Vernon Parke Co Vigo County

Country architecture and homes feature in Montrose magazine

The piece previews a comprehensive issue on country houses and amenities from kitchens to grounds. It notes John Gilmer Speed's The Horse in America in September Century, with rich illustrations of famous horses and breeds, including Darley Arabian and Lexington, among others.

John Gilmer Speed America Quebec Justin Morgan Andrew Jackson Henry Clay Rysdyk Lexington Leopard Linden Tree Abdul Hamid II Khaled Clay Eclipse Dorothy

New Books and Authors Highlighted in Literary Notices

The Frederick A. Stokes Company announces a new Dennis Fogarty by Lord Gilhooley and a collection by Miss Lillie Hamilton French. Methuen & Co reports large orders for Louis Horace Lorimer's Letters from a Self-made Merchant to His Son. The Baker & Taylor Company previews The Strife of the Sea by T Jenkins Hains, The Ambassadors by Henry James serialized in North American Review, and Nile Quest by Sir Harry Johnston. Kipling’s The Light that Faded illustrated edition from Doubleday is planned, with Roberta Robertson and Gertrude Blott continuing roles in the U.S. stage adaptation. Dickens editions from J B Lippincott Company in twenty volumes feature illustrations and bios, plus Forster's Life of Dickens. John D. Long previews secret service notes in The New American Navy from Outlook Company.

Pericles Frederick A. Stokes Lillie Hamilton French Century Magazine Century Company Susanna Hoese Granville Smith Messrs. Methuen & Co London George Horace Lorimer Baker & Taylor Company T. Jenkins Hains Henry James North American Review Harper & Brothers Paris Frederick A. Stokes Company Harry Johnston Ex- Soradan Scott Itie Royal Geograpical Society Nansen Speke Stanley Jacques Cartier la Salle Cook North Pole Sir Henry Johnston Kipling Doubleday, Page & Co Kiaw & Erlanger Forbes Robertson Gertrude Blott Dick Heldar Maisie England Frank Norris Charlee Dickens J. B. Lippincott C Dickens Cruikshank, Landseer Forster

Voyagers and Spanish espionage in San Juan incident

Officers and men aboard a steamer faced suspicion from Spanish agents at St. Thomas. Ward, tainted as English, was initially refused ashore in San Juan, but after consul intervention and a Spanish naval officer’s permission, he landed and met the naval commandant to seek relief from espionage. The episode highlights tense cross affairs and a narrow escape from detention.

St. Thomas Ward Buck San Juan

Chaffee Commands Army in Portland War Maneuvers

In Portland Maine and harbor defenses, Maj. Gen. A R Chaffee arrives to lead army units for a mock siege. Admiral Barker’s fleet begins approach at 6 PM, with mines to be placed, while signals squads and the Alliance training ship operate in harbor.

Portland A. R. Chaffee Barry Harper Hamilton Harrison Livermore Col. Dunwoody Chaffee Navy Cushings Island New York W. F. Stewart Fort Hancock N. Y Mills United States Alliance Barker Welsh Burbank Dunwoody Coast Artillery

Attacking Squadron Vessels In Harbor At Rockland

Reports conflict on when Rear Admiral Barker's attacks will sail with the fleet still moored in Rockland harbor. Most expect no departure before Monday afternoon though some say between midnight and daybreak.

Rockland Aug Barker

Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Featured as Teething Remedy

An elderly archival note touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a long trusted teething aid. It claims to soothe irritability soften gums ease pain relieve wind colic regulate bowels and serve as the best remedy for teething related distress.

Ohio Democratic nominating fight in tight convention race

Ohio Democratic delegates in Columbus brace for a torn nominating battle between Cleveland Mayor Tom L. Johnson and Springfield's John L. Zimmerman. Contests over 145 delegates threaten to exclude Cincinnati and Cleveland districts, control of credentials and resolutions committees, and a split between Johnson and Zimmerman camps as sessions proceed.

Zimmerman Confident as He Seeks Governor Nomination

RMAN IS CONFIDENT SPRINGFIELD Aug 23 John L Zimmerman says he is confident of being named the Democratic gubernatorial candidate after returns from 21 counties selected delegates. He aims for 100 delegates and notes 346 needed for nomination. Contested delegation from Cuyahoga county and strong showings in others shape a likely win. A final conference in Columbus saw John W Bookwalter withdraw from U S Senator endorsement discussions.

Springfield John L. Zimmerman Guernsey County Mony Zimmerman Johnson Cuyahoga County Committee On Columbus Tom L. Johnson Charles Salen Cleveland John W. Bookwalter New York Bookwalter

Dyer Backed by Veterans in Indiana Governor Contention

A movement among Indiana Republicans positions John W. Dyer of Hammond as a favored candidate for governor. Former State candidate Dyer attracts support from old soldiers, with correspondence underway to advance the plan in Valparaiso on August 2.

Indianapolis Valparaiso John W. Dyer Hammond

Bryan Daughter Plans Hull House Work in Chicago

Mrs W J Bryan and daughter Ruth Bryan leave Chicago after visiting Hull House at Halsted and Polk. Ruth Bryan, 19, eldest daughter of William Jennings Bryan, will join Hull House staff in the fall to aid in settlement work for poorer classes under Miss Jane Addams.

Chicago Aug W. J. Bryan Ruth Bryan Lincoln Neb Hull House Halsted and Polk Streets Jane Addams Bryan Miss Bryan William Jennings Bryan University of Nebraska Miss Addams

Devastating Cayman Islands cyclone hits Grand Cayman

INGSTON Jamaica Aug 25 A Cayman Islands cyclone on Aug 11 demolished Georgetown and wrecked seven schooners The harboured vessels were driven out to sea and not heard from by Aug 17 Famine looms as trees and crops are ruined Government aid expected Population 4322 on Grand Cayman Little Cayman and Cayman Brae likely devastated

Ingston Jamaica Cayman Islands Georgetown Grand Cayman Island Cayman Brae Little Cayman Great Britain Grand Can

Germans Have Big Day in Terre Haute Parade and Drills

Thousands participate in the North American Kriegerbund encampment parade in Terre Haute led by 2000 delegates and many military and civic units. A flag gift from Emperor William is shown. Mayor Steeg and Judge Rawley speak. A sham battle reenacts Santiago, followed by prize drills, bands, and songs.

Terre Haute Ind Kriegerbund Indiana National Guard Canton McKeen Patriarchs Militant Bank K. of P Union Veterans’ Legion Chicago William Kreigerbund Henry C. Steeg Martin Haas Frank S. Rawley John Haas Santiago

Expedition to the North Sets Sail From Halifax

A Dominion of Canada expedition aboard the Neptune sails from Halifax to study climate geology and resources in Hudson Bay Baffin Bay and Chesterfield Inlet. It will establish a wintering base erect a police post and later take possession of nearby Greenland lands before returning in November 194.

Halifax N. S Canada Domion Neptune Hudson Bay Great Baffin Bay Chesterfield Inlet Greenland

Quiet Sunday at Sagamore Hill with Roosevelt

President Roosevelt spent a quiet Sunday at Sagamore Hill with his family and close friends. Colonel George M. Dunn, chairman of the New York State Republican committee, visited for about an hour in a political but undisclosed capacity. Assistant Secretary Barnes departed for Washington on official business.

Oyster Bay N. Y Roosevelt Sagamore Hill George M. Dunn New York State Republican Committee Dunn Barnes Washington

Chickens Steal Scene At Gilliss Theater

Kansas City Times reports a farmyard prop chickens caused bustle after act one of The Orphans Prayer. Roosters fought for a dark box seat, the victor crowned by sitting beside the pallet as the curtain rose for act two. One rooster sulked, then moved to the railing.

Gilliss

Collapse of Mme Humbert trial verdict shocks Paris crowd

Paris Aug 23 reports say the Humbert trial verdict sparked relief among the crowds, with lower classes fearing acquittal due to occult influence. Mme Humbert sobbed at Conciergerie prison while her counsel vowed appeals. Jury notes blame Mme Humbert’s statements for bias. D'Aurignac brothers considered only for complicity in Rente Viagere swindle.

Paris Humbert Mme Therese Humbert Conciergerie Maitre Laborl Mme. Humbert Court of Cassation Versailles Emile Romaine D’aurignac Maitre Labori Maitre Clunet Therese D'Ann Ae Eir Rente Viagere Frederic Humbert Senator Humbert Crawford Eve Marie D'Aurignac Re[serv Nc Eve Humbert Regnier Madame Humbert Marshal Bazaine Metz Philippe Boissise-le-Bertrant Molunk Chateau Des Eaux Vives England

Beer Drinking and Cancer Sparks Milwaukee Outcry

Milwaukee Sentinel objects to Dr. Alfred Wolff’s claim that beer consumption correlates with cancer mortality. The piece argues authorities exaggerate fears, notes beer remains a cherished beverage, and highlights belief American brews differ from European products. It mocks the suggestion that a deadly ingredient in beer could be eliminated without altering taste.

Milwaukee Sentinel Nick Milwaukee Alfred Wolff Wolff

New Automatic Pistol Debuts From Old Firm

Philadelphia Record notes a newly marketed automatic pistol from a renowned firearms maker. The weapon uses a magazine in the handle, fires rapidly, and leaves no shell in the chamber after firing.

Philadelphia

The Doc’s Rowdy Hayes Impersonation Prank

The Brooklyn Eagle notes The Doc a famed eculist and jokester who staged a river route hoax impersonating President Hayes and officials. He paid a makeup artist and gathered companions to perform tasteless speeches on train stops, with drunken, rowdy maskings that amused then shocked local crowds.

Brooklyn Eagle Doc West Hayes Doe Feadionu Sherman White House Hare Gallagher Dent Hayes

A GOOD AMERICAN TYPE STILL TALKING OF GOVERNOR DURBIN

Governor Durbin of Indiana is praised as an upholder of law and order who removed a police commissioner after labor disturbances. The piece notes his Civil War service, Spanish War command, and his defense of Moanavees trait against a mob, framing him as a plain businessman with no fear of violent labor voters.

New York Durbin Indiana Ewe

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