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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1902

Page

2

Indiana road routes expansion efforts and judge Henry C. Ryan to Washington

Adverse reports on three of twelve thousand two hundred fifty routes have been found as Superintendent Machen seeks a five hundred thousand dollar appropriation to resume route establishment by late February. Two thousand one hundred sixty routes are planned with Indiana allotted one hundred two. judge Henry C. Ryan travels to Washington with Charles L. Henry as Indiana men back his federal judgeship appointment.

Machen Indiana Indianapolis Anderson Ind Henry C. Ryan Madison

Army Canteen Question Abolition Hurts Soldier Discipline

General Bates, Paymaster General, argues in a communication to Adjutant General Corbin that restoring the army canteen improved discipline and reduced desertions, while abolishing it led to higher fines and forfeitures. He cites paymaster records showing increased collections from 70,000 enlisted men after canteen abolition, attributed to uncontrolled liquor traffic harming morals and discipline.

Washington Bates Army Corbin War Department

New Supreme Court Reporter Appointed in Butler Case

Charles Henry Butler of New York City was named reporter of decisions for the Supreme Court, succeeding Bancroft Davis who resigned. Butler, 43, is a practicing attorney and author on international law. Also noted, Rathbone pressed for Cuban conviction review. Ohio River improvement push seeks a nine foot water stage with congressional survey planned.

Washington Charles Henry Butler New York City Supreme Court of the United States Bancroft Davis New York Estes G. Rathbone Cuba Capitol Senate Congress Ohio River Ohio Valley Improvement Association Ohio House Cromwell Gill Taylor Hemenway Indiana Covener West Virginia Kehoe Kentucky Albert Bettinger Cincinnati Association For Ohio

Weather forecast for Indiana Illinois Ohio and Kentucky

Forecast for Friday and Saturday calls for snow in Indiana on Friday with brisk north winds and fair conditions Saturday. In Illinois expect Cloudy Friday with probable snow and brisk north winds, followed by fair Saturday. Ohio faces snow or rain and colder weather with snow in the north Friday and brisk winds, Saturday fair though the northeast may see snow. Kentucky sees snow or rain Friday and fair, colder Saturday. Local observations on Thursday.

Washington Indiana Ohio Kentucky

Movements of Steamers and Arrivals

Shipping news lists arrivals and departures in several ports. Majestic arrives from New York and Roman from Montreal in Liverpool. Bohemian sails to New York and Pretort en for Halifax and St John N B and Rhyn land to Philadelphia. Kronprin g sails from Bremen and Southampton to New York. Ocean Sea sails to New York. Teutonic arrives and Minnetonka sails to New York. Trave arrives from an unspecified destination.

Liverpool Majestic New York Roman Montreal Bohemian Pretorten Halifax St. John N. B Rhynland Philadelphia URG Kronpring Bremen Southampton Queenstown Ocean$e Teutonic Minnetonka En Tore Trave

Roosevelt Receives Spanish War Nurses and Pan American Delegates

President Roosevelt meets nearly a hundred Spanish War Nurses Association members in Washington and greets each personally. Dr Walter Weyman brings about fifty Pan American Sanitary delegates to the White House as nurses later visit Secretary Root at the War Department. Commissioner Sargent reports on admitting eleven Cuban children detained in New York, endorsing Universal Brotherhood School at Point Loma Cal, with a public hearing to follow next Saturday.

Miami River Cincinnati J. M. McKnight Louisville Lieutenant de Faramond Laubet France Roosevelt Root War Department Sargent Immigration Bureau Shaw United States New York Universal Brotherhood School Point Loma Cal

Beaten At Elwood Polo Triumph For Elwood Team

Elwood polo team defeated Indianapolis 6 to 2 in Elwood Indiana, securing their first win of the season. Hipson's rushes and Berry's defense highlighted the visitors, with Olle and Farrant scoring all Elwood goals across the three periods. Umpire Demontreville, stops White 20 Berry 31.

Indianapolis Journal Elwood Ind Indianapolis Hipson Berry Olle Farrant White lUmpire

Muncie polo team beats Anderson in fast exhibition

Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Muncie Indiana reports the Muncie polo team defeated Anderson 4 to 2 in a clean fast exhibition. Higgins led with superior passing Cusick's defense and Usick made 28 stops while Mullen of Anderson had 15.

Indianapolis Journal Muncie Ind Anderson Higgins Cusick Usick Mullen

Coal miners seek nine cent raise by scale change

A report states Ohio miners demand a nine cent per ton increase in coal pay. The piece notes related labor actions: a nine hour day end for silversmiths and finishers in Greater New York, and a Houston street car strike settlement with staged wage increases. It mentions industrial expositions, bankruptcies, and union organizing efforts across several cities.

Ohio New York City Berlin United Mine Workers of America Houston Tex State Department United States W. A. Prickitt Rheims France Pickering Manufacturing Company Lowell Mass Boston Trades Council of N. Y William Potter Potter Hudson Valley Trento N. J Zessereed J. Aspinwaliize United States Steel J. McCormick Chicago R. Mullin St. Louis H. Dowry Indianapolis F. Sanderson Cleveland T. Cahill Cincinnati Brotherhood of Railway Trackmen John T. Wilson J. W. Davenport Sandifer N. C C. Boyle J.C. Lambert Jasper Ala E. Hawes Bath Itman Joomfrancese R. F. Ferguson Port Authur American Society of Mechanical Engineers New York Congress Frank Richards Suspension Bridge Michigan Central Morford St. Thomas Detroit Board of Trade Humphrey Cirrcuit Court Springfield Illinois Board of Rade Aioass

Perils of the Deep from a Kansas City Journal

Dialogue excerpt recalls a sailor boasting of twenty seven Atlantic crossings without drowning and questions which voyage led to his death. The piece contrasts dangerous sea travel with rail disasters, noting many drownings and calling it a fatal death.

Kansas City Journal Manny Senet

Fire blast aimed at Dr Lafollette home shocks Indiana town

In Williamsport Poe post office area a blast ripped through Dr George Lafollette’s sitting room injuring his foster daughter Minnie Wolf Lafollette. Fire from the explosion scorched the house but water saved the furnishings. Investigators found splintered wood with explosive residue. Dr Lafollette, brother of Indianapolis attorney Lafollette, fears an assassination attempt and has hired detectives.

Indianapolis Journal Fort Wayne Ind Williamsport Poe George Lafollette Minnie Wolf Lafollette

Osborne Elected Captain of Purdue Football Team

Irvin Selden Osborne was chosen Purdue football captain after a team meeting in Lafayette. He beat Joe Knapp and Allen, known for his quarterback play this season, and hails from Oberlin College. The banquet will be held at Hotel Lahr Saturday night.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Irvin Selden Osborne Purdue Osborne Joe” Knapp Allen Oberlin College Dover Harry Leslie Hotel Lahr Washington Ira L. Reeves United States Army Purdue University

Rose Polytechnic Forms Indoor Baseball Team Manager Elected

Rose Polytechnic Athletic Association plans an indoor baseball team with John Regan as manager and Dalley the football player as captain. The same school glee club and orchestra announce a public concert on December 9, directed by Hugh McGibeny of Indianapolis and Mrs. Allyn Adams of Terre Haute.

Indianapolis Journal Terre Haute Ind Rose Polytechnic Athletic Association John Regan Dalley Hugh McGibeny Indianapolis Allyn Adams

Incendiary Fire Burns Gaston Methodist Church

Gaston Indiana. The Methodist Church, eight years old and valued at about $6,000, was destroyed by a fire last night at 11. The structure, brick walls with a slate roof, had coal sheds adjoining and were set ablaze from the sheds. The church was insured for $3,000 and authorities suspect arson after a recent assault on the pastor by a saloon man.

Indianapolis Journal Gaston Ind George W. Martin

Growth of Lafontaine Bank and Town Incorporation

Wabash Ind Dec 4 The town of Lafontaine reincorporation follows years with oil and gas growth and factory development The Lafontaine Bank led by Tobias Miller may become a national bank with 16000 capital held by five farmers plans to raise 9000 more and apply for a national charter Local businessmen organize a bank with 20000 capital with some stock subscribed

Indianapolis Journal Wabash Ind Lafontaine Lafontaine Bank Tobias Miller

Liquor license denied in Russiaville election

Willis Wisehart’s application to sell intoxicants failed before the County Commissioners in Russiaville Indiana after a remonstrance bearing 170 names was filed against the petition.

Indianapolis Russiaville Ind Willis Wisehart Peti

Voters in Honey Creek Township Bar Saloons by Remonstrance

In Honey Creek Township a late election compacted nonpartisan votes to limit remonstrances for liquor licenses. Only 121 signatures were needed to defeat an applicant, enabling two saloons to operate under legal authority after a judge’s decision. Apparent tactic secures power of attorney from 179 names for future denials.

Honey Creek Township Temms

Gas shortages halt Decatur industry and spark council action

In Decatur Indiana a near total natural gas outage triggers public uproar as nearly 200 consumers and business owners demand the gas company meet domestic needs or lose its franchise. Wiltshire Ohio interests win a franchise to pipe Sas gas to customers. In Muncie the American Window Glass plant closes by order citing gas supply failure. Forty eight shops had operated since the fire with 20 workers laid off. a producer gas system and new stations will be built to resume operations for plants Nos 10 and 11. the laid off workers will be reemployed elsewhere.

Indianapolis Journal Decatur Ind Logansport and Wabash Valley Gas Company Wiltshire, O Muncie American Window Glass Company Maring-Hart Theodore E. Warrick

Over the Dollar Mark Boosts Indiana Oil Prices

Indiana oil men celebrate a price jump from 38 cents to 1.01 dollars amid stronger Eastern oil, with South Lima also at 1.01 and North Lima at 1.06. White House Kentucky oil hits 1.15 dollars while Somerset and Lacey Kentucky quote lower. Ohio Oil Co. in Montpelier reports crowds as farmers sell, oilmen hold for higher market.

Indianapolis Journal Montpelier Ind Indiana South Lima North Lima White House Somerset and Lacey Ohio Oil Company

Interurban Right of Way Petition Filed Through Tippecanoe

Townsend Reed & Co filed with the county auditor a petition for an interurban right of way by the Indianapolis Lebanon Frankfort Traction Co. to build a line from Indianapolis through Marion Boone Lebanon Frankfort Tippecanoe to Lafayette. The road would run west from the county line to Lafayette and seek immediate confirmation. An arrangement with Labrirg Street Railway for use is generally understood though not confirmed.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Townsend, Reed & Co Tippecanoe County Indianapolis, Lebanon & Frankfort Traction Company Indianapolis Marion Boone Lebanon Frankfort Labrirg Street Railway

Marriage of Old Spouses in Anderson Draws Attention

ANDERSON Ind Dec 4 A marriage in this city this afternoon was unusual. About ten years ago August Wise and Jennie Wise separated and were later divorced. Wise moved to Indianapolis and runs a transfer business. Mrs Wise stayed in Anderson. Wise recently called on his former wife and they married with many old friends present who had sought reconciliation. RICHMOND Ind Dec 4 New Paris Ohio has granted a franchise to Dayton Western Traction Co to build a line from Eaton to Richmond. A spur to Cedar Springs Hotel will reopen the resort. construction from Eaton is under way.

Indianapolis Journal Rushville Ind Rolla Clingman Michigan City Stewart Miller Clingman Anderson Wise Jennie Indianapolis Richmond New Paris Here Dayton & Western Traction Company Eaton Cedar Springs Kankakee River Kankakee Farmers’ Institute Boston Wayne County D. B. Johnson H. F. McMahan Marion Grant County Wabash Circuit Court Connersville the Elks Andre Theater James E. Watson William Crossman Otto Decatur Evansville Fred Eberhardt Franklin Goshen New Progressive Brethren Church Bashard Waterloo

Discharged Marion Veterans Seek Shelter in Local Facilities

Dozens of Marion Soldiers' Home members, discharged recently, are left without shelter or provisions. Lacking friends in the city, many have gone to jail or the county poor farm to avoid exposure. The local post G. A. R. formed a committee to investigate and seek reinstatement for the veterans.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind Marion Soldiers’ Home

Farmer Henry Short Killed by Trains Near Mill Creek

LaPorte Indiana December 4 Henry Short sixty a prosperous farmer living three miles east of Mill Creek was struck and killed by a Grand Trunk train while crossing tracks to let a westbound train pass. He left a widow and four children.

Indianapolis Journal Laporte Ind Henry Short Mill Creek Grand Trunk

Cat seizes Marion home in rabies scare near attorney’s family

A rabid cat at Attorney T. B. Dicken’s Marion residence bit several people after first biting a dog. The animal attacked Miss Gladys Higgins, Roy Michaela, and Mrs. Alonzo Boller before it was killed, causing concern among neighbors and family.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind T. B. Dicken Gladys Higgins Roy Michaela Alonzo Boller

Henry sues for venue change over Broad Ripple Street sale

Shelbyville Indiana December 4 James R Henry sues in the ee circuit court for 340 dollars claiming entitlement to 5000 dollars for rail line sale services and that only 1500 dollars was paid The suit seeks venue transfer from Marion county court against Hugh McGowan

Indianapolis Journal Shelbyville Ind James R. Henry Marion County Court Hugh McGowan Henry Broad Ripple Street

Brogan Named Postmaster to Philippine Insular Government

South Bend Ind Dec 4 Anthony Brogan appointed by President Roosevelt postmaster to the insular government in the Philippines with headquarters at Cavite Brogan a Notre Dame graduate of 1901 with high honors

South Bend Ind Anthony Brogan Roosevelt Philippines Cavite Brogan University of Notre Dame

Franklin corn shredder casualty shocks local news

Franklin Indiana reports a fatal accident as Oscar Scott, while feeding a corn shredder, suffered injuries leading to his demise. The incident occurred during routine operation at the farm facility, highlighting dangers of machinery in agricultural work.

Indianapolis Journal Franklin Ind Johnaeon County Oscar Scott

Multiple Indiana notables die in December 4 notices

Reports from Lebanon Richmond Goshen Rushville San Bernardino Evansville Madison and Jasper Indiana note deaths and medical emergencies. Laura B Darnell and Mary A Hickner listed among the stricken and dead with causes cited typhoid fever nervous paralysis and apoplexy. Other obituaries include Gullelma Clark Caroline Meyers Joseph Edmonds Rachel Foster Elizabeth Morrow Charles B Barton George Lockyear Allan Ramsay and Louis Seng with brief biographical details.

Richmond Ind Mary A. Hickner Gullelma Clark Chester Caroline Meyers Mount Auburn Goshen Joseph Edmonds Upper Canada Rushville Rachel Foster Eighth Street Elizabeth Morrow San Bernardino Cal Charles B. Barton Indiana Evansville George Lockyear Warwick County Madison Allan Ramsay Hanover Jasper Louis Seng Veranda

Wabash Doctor Defended in Damages Suit Over Injury

Frank Garrett sues Dr. N H Thompson for damages claiming a torpedo wound to his face was botched during stitching, leaving tin fragment in flesh and partial blindness. The case highlights medical negligence claims in Wabash.

National Trotting Board Opens Two Case Dockets In New York

The National Trotting Board of Review resumed sessions with two cases against William O Neal and W R Cox, plus related testimony claiming race fixing. A second docket involved D W Cummings and others over a race at Warren Ohio with a painted horse. both cases continued to tomorrow.

New York Board of Review The National Trotting Association William O'Neal Lexington Mass W. R. Cox Nashua N. H Thomas Sutton Rockville D. W. Cummings Shelby James Fogarty Rochester N. Y E. L. Hinkston Dick M Davenghes Lucy P Pekin

Dreyfuss Predicts Crisis as NL Strengthens

Barney Dreyfuss Pittsburg owner visited Indianapolis meeting with John Brush and W H Watkins amid talk of the coming season. He says the National League is stronger than ever, expects no American League club in New York or Pittsburg, and predicts the American League’s crisis in 1938 with harmony among NL clubs.

Barney Dreyfuss Pittsburg John T. Brush New York W. H. Watkins Majestic Mr. Dreyfuss Indianapolis Dreyfuss Watkins John I. Rogers Philadelphia Delehanty Washington Rogers Johnson

Detroit bowler nets perfect 300 in fellowcraft lanes

George Hanley of Detroit bowled a perfect 300 at Fellowcraft alleys in Detroit on December 4, striking twelve in a row to set the highest possible bowling score in the Commercial League game.

Detroit Mich George Hanley

Jewel Stoves And Ranges Letters at Indianapolis Post Office

In Indianapolis the Jewel Stoves and Ranges mail is to be called for within two weeks or sent to the dead letter office. A long list of names follows, with instructions for residents to claim their letters by presenting original requests, noting that transient addressees must be marked transient. The notice includes guidance on proper addressing and delivery procedures, plus a roster of names and entities connected to the mail matter.

Oe Lowe

Pardello Falls Wittmer In 31 Minute Catch Contest

New York champion Pardello wrestled Cincinnati’s Wittmer in a Graeco-Roman styled catch match at the Empire last night lasting thirty one minutes for one fall. Wittmer, heavier by twenty pounds, faced late double nelson pressure that forced him to the mat as Pardello dominated with fast work. Sam Murburger pens to meet Pardello tonight with a twenty minute throw or a forfeit of 0 dollars.

Leo Pardello New York Charles Wittmer Cincinnati the Empire Wittmer Pardello Sam Murburger Pardells Pardeilo Murburger

Captain and Manager Named for M. T. H. 8 Football Team

Jason Saunderson, a seventeen year old junior and full back, was elected captain of the M. T. H. 8 football team for 13. Russell Fortune was chosen manager for next year. The captaincy choice was between Saunderson and Fortune.

Jason Saunderson Saunderson Fortune Ene Russell Fortune

Hemingray Restored to California Club Tracks

President Williams of the California Jockey Club announced after an investigation that Hemingray of Cincinnati is restored to privileges at the California Club's tracks in San Francisco.

San Francisco Williams California Jockey Club Hemingray Cincinnati California

Furs Not Stolen Says Local Policeman

James Brosnan store on Market and Illinois streets faced a reported fur robbery of 00 dollars but Merchant Policeman Thomas Moore saved the furs. He spotted furs near a steam register and moved them to avoid heat damage. Brosnan reported the loss, but Moore appeared at the store before opening to reveal no theft and clarify the incident.

James Brosnan Market Illinois Thomas Moore Moore Mr. Brosnan Brosnan

Dance at Germania Hall Draws Large, Masked Crowd

The Billers' Protective Union staged a successful dance at Germania Hall last night. The crowded event featured masked dancers in elaborate costumes, with prize waltzes and two-steps and contests for fancy and comical costumes. The winners’ prizes included a watch announced today.

Billers’ Protective Union Germania Hall Ravermay Ae Moat

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