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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1903
Page
9
A family Bible served as documentary evidence in Nellie Bergman v estate of Kate Daugherty before Probate Judge Walker. The loan to Mrs Daugherty, recorded in the Bible, showed Bergman had not been repaid. The case remains undecided.
Two slander cases filed in Superior Court seek more than 7 000 in damages. Nellie Miller sues Adolph J. Meyer claiming he falsely accused her of theft after a 12 September incident and had officers search her and her, allegedly forcing a disrobing by his wife. Henry R. Boles accuses Christian C. Lutz of public disparagement in front of friends. Probate notes report Margaret R. Youart will probate and distribution to four children. Guardian petition filed for Laura Merrick, seventeen, previously homeless. Marion Trust Company, as Vernon Insurance and Trust Co. receiver, sues Everett Wagoner for 837.70 in alleged fraudulently declared dividends.
The document lists trial details in Superior and Circuit Courts with judges McMaster Leathers and Allen, noting cases including Wischmeier vs Wischmeyer, Meirs vs Jamieson et al, and others. It records dismissed matters, pleas entered, fines, costs, and outcomes such as burglary charges and petit larceny, plus new suits filed by Marion Trust Co. and others in various divisions.
In Strayer v Taylor Noble Co the court discusses jurisdiction in administrative county ditch cases and appeals within multiple counties under section 54 et seq. The opinion notes Board of Commissioners authority, notice to adverse parties, and that error cannot be predicated on overruling a motion lacking proper basis. References include Kalzman Dowling and state cases on abatement and notice in criminal and civil actions.
City pastors advocate a nationwide union of the Presbyterian churches in the United States. Rev J Cumming Smith and Rev M L Haines voice support, noting shared creed and teachings. Obstacles between Northern and Southern churches are seen as dissolvable, with war-era divides fading. Other ministers in the city echo the sentiment, urging unity and shared mission. Dr Kohler discusses the life and trials of Joseph as a Jewish example.
United States District Attorney Joseph Kealing returned from Washington where he sought to resolve delays in closing a 2000 acre government army post site. He refused to reveal a plan, cautioning it could jeopardize success. The dispute centers on John Roberts refusal to sell at price and a cemetery within the site, with Sidney M. Dyer of Dyer & nn pressing Lawrence trustees for agreement to proceed.
The Plymouth Church on Central avenue at Fourteenth street reopens after remodeling costing about 3000 dollars. Pastor Rev. Harry Blunt will preach in the morning with several addresses in the evening. The building, formerly used by Seventh-day Adventists, is now ready for occupancy.
The report notes a chilly day with morning low at 10 above zero, dropping further then rising to 33 by afternoon, and 5 above at night. The U S Weather Bureau forecasts a warming trend with possible rain or snow, while the cold remains mainly in the lake region and Minnesota.
David Schneiderman a tailor on Massachusetts avenue filed a petition of voluntary bankruptcy in Federal Court. He cites two robberies and a prior fire as the main causes, with liabilities of 1792.42 and assets of 328.75, seeking to reestablish his business on a firmer basis.
City Controller Dunn urged all departments to rush pay rolls so December salaries can fund Christmas presents for workers. He said he will assist departments to ensure most city employees receive their pay before the holidays.
Thomas Johnson, chief engineer of the Pennsylvania, prepares plans to change grade crossings. After completion they will be submitted to Union Railway Company directors and city authorities for approval. Each crossing may receive individual treatments including safety gates viaducts lowered tracks or subways as needed.
The Women’s Social and Business Union of Roberts Park M E Church opens a bustling fair with church parlors filled with fancy work and Christmas goods. The event runs through today with unsold items set for auction tonight and a noon business lunch on offer.
The annual winter session of the Academy of Science will be held in this city December 23 and 2%. The executive committee meets at hotel quarters at 10:30 a m on December 28, with general sessions at the Statehouse starting 2 p m. The president will address the gathering at 8 p m. Members may attend the American Association for the Advancement of Science meeting in St. Louis without missing sessions. The constitution states any person engaged in scientific work or original research is eligible for active membership.
W A Carter recently elected secretary treasurer of the International Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen was honored at a banquet at the German House. Attendees included international union officers with city HQs and toasts were offered by John Mitchell William Wilson Frank Duffy Jacob Fisher Cornelius Shea and Eli Hershfield. Carter will start Jan 1 and be based in Peoria Illinois. Also Jesse G Crane gave a senior recital at the Third Christian Church featuring Bach Beethoven Mendelssohn Schumann Chopin and Moszkowski works.
The State Board of Medical Registration and Examination is sending copies of a board resolution with its annual report. The resolution requires that, starting July 10, every applicant for examination must submit a recent photograph with the application. The reverse side must include the applicant’s name and be witnessed by a notary or similar official to identify the photo.
A New York despatch outlines thoughtful gift ideas for Christmas shoppers. It stresses choosing items to suit recipients, balancing beauty and usefulness with taste, and avoiding wasteful, impractical presents. It highlights fur accessories, lace collars, handbags, fans, jewelry in art-nouveau styles, Oriental treasures, gloves, opera bags, and silk wraps as desirable options. May Manton.
James McCloskey, a Virginia avenue photographer, and seven others were fined ten dollars and costs for running a poker game in the club rooms. McCloskey sought a continuance and appeared with lawyers ready to plead not guilty to keeping a gambling house. Discharged companion William Tron was not charged after evidence showed his tables were used for meals, not gambling.
R. W. Prosser, a New York gas expert, is to arrive in Indianapolis within a week to inspect the Consumers' Gas Trust Company plant. He will assess extending mains citywide and plans to manufacture gas at a low price, with work to take ten days to two weeks and a daily fee of $100. The Gas Consumers' League legal committee met to discuss the case, aligning with Charles E. Barrett’s view that certificates are only evidences of indebtedness and carry no stock rights.
A mandolin and guitar recital was held at the Young Women's Christian Association on North Pennsylvania Street. Walter C. Tuttle led pupils including A Leach Ralph Webster Robert Ostroff Ethel Mle uandt Louise Coffin and Martha Anderson with solos. Miss Edith and Minnie performed a mandolin and guitar duet while Dr Kaufman Kobler of Hebrew Union College spoke at the Hebrew Temple.
Police arrested James Gardner, a twenty year old colored man long suspected of several daring robberies including the Knox barber shop crime. He had eluded officers until yesterday when he was seen on the street and recognized.
Hon Addison C Harris delivered an engaging address at the first meeting of the Men's Association of the Tabernacle Church. He spoke of experiences in Austria from his time as consul. The association will hold monthly meetings selecting a prominent speaker for each event.
No better short stories are being written than those by Frank H Spearman touching on various phases of railroad life. One of them The McWilliams Special will appear in tomorrow's Journal.
John P. Corson, assistant secretary of the Indianapolis Board of Trade for over three years, resigns due to his wife’s ill health. He will move his family to a Patriot, Switzerland county farm on Jan 11, making it their permanent home. George H. Gammon will succeed him.
Governor Durbin yesterday reappointed Maj. G. V. Menzies of Mount Vernon to the board of regents of the State soldiers and sailors' monument. Menzies's term expired yesterday with no opposition to his renomination.
The Journal reported a man named Ellis attempted self harm at Lulu Mae Hollingsworths home on 421 East New York Street. She says she does not live there and knows nothing of the people involved.
James Maylone, cashier of the People's National Bank, was declared insane this afternoon and sent to the State Hospital at Columbus. His breakdown is blamed on brooding over the misdoings of former cashier Harry J. Hoover, who was recently sentenced to five years in the penitentiary for making false entries on bank books.
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