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The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 15, 1903

Page

4

Carpentry unions agree to one year amalgamation

On January 1 next year the two carpenters groups the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and the Amalgamated Society of Carpenters will begin a one year temporary union. A permanent merger is expected if satisfactory and Chief Huber expresses optimism about broad cooperation and orderly transition.

Carpenters United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Amalgamated Society of Carpenters William D. Huber Buffalo Strausser United Brotherhood Amalgamated Society United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Brotherhood Huber Cecent

Real estate man Charles Duvall found unconscious at Lux saloon

Detectives Colbert and Houser clear mystery of Duvall’s condition after Lux’s confession. Duvall, intoxicated, paid 30 cents for drinks and was placed on a sofa where he was later found unconscious. Doctors diagnosed poisoning, but detectives doubt this.

Charles Duvall Lux Brothers East Market Street Colbert Houser Duvall Lux

Sixty and Measles In City Remarkable Case

The oldest city resident with measles is Mrs. Martha Schlosser, 715 West Vermont, age sixty, reported to the Board of Health. A separate note says tailor David Schneiderman of Massachusetts Avenue had two robberies at his business but never a fire, and recently filed for bankruptcy.

Martha Schlosser West Vermont Street Board of Health David Schneiderman Massachusetts Avenue

Tyler Appeals Case Won by Cashier Davis's Wife

The Appellate Court upheld a lower court ruling in favor of Anna V. Davis wife of R C Davis ex cashier of a Washington bank. Davis sought $9000 against Dallas Tyler over gambling losses. The suit claimed a deed transfer by Tyler to his sister was fraudulent to shield debts. the court set aside the deed noting it was held in trust for debts. Tyler appeals arguing questions about the judgment's validity and state involvement in the original suit.

Dallas Tyler Anna V. Davis R. C. Davis Washington, Ind Davis Washington Tyler Indianapolis Knox County Greene County Seacing Davis Ler Yler

Doctor Bacon Recovers After Appendectomy at Deaconess

Dr. Charles E. Bacon underwent an appendectomy at Deaconess Hospital yesterday afternoon. Surgeon Dr. E. D. Clark reported the operation successful so far, with no anticipated serious complications. By last night Bacon rested easily and pain was absent. Bacon is a prominent Methodist leader in the West, formerly pastor of Roberts Park Church and presiding elder of the Indianapolis district.

Charles E. Bacon Deaconess Hospital E. D. Clark Bacon West Roberts Park Church Indianapolis

Miners in Meyersdale Near Strike Over Wage Cut

About ten thousand miners in Meyersdale district Pennsylvania plan a strike on the 16th after operators announce a ten cent per ton wage reduction. United Mine Workers officials say the move violates the contract and will trigger a mass stoppage unless withdrawals are made. The decision was reached at a prior Meyersdale conference.

Meyersdale Pennsylvania United Mine Workers Lewis

Thomas M. Rogers Visits Indiana After 32 Years

Thomas M. Rogers, who moved from Pendleton to Newton Iowa in 1854, makes his first Indiana visit in thirty two years. He is cousin of T J Carter of the state ting board. Rogers is prominent in Iowa and has been connected with the Newton Record, an important publication in Iowa. He is visiting old friends.

Thomas M. Rogers Pendleton Newton Indiana T. J. Carter State Ting Board Mr. Rogers Iowa Old Free Pat Crowe Hawkshaw International Detective Bureau Milwaukee Bliss, Swain & Co

Inspector to Test Ventilation With New Invention

State Factory Inspector McAbee plans a statewide probe using a German instrument by Professor Wolpert to measure air quality in factories. In a large city plant employing 10 women, carbonic acid levels were found excessive, confirming prior concerns about inadequate ventilation.

McAbee Wolpert

Two safes blown in city burglary spree

Burglars damaged a window pane on the east side of 2712 East Washington street to rob P. K. Huey coal merchant of 80 to 100 dollars. Two explosions were heard as two charges opened the safe. Other crimes include Fuehring Bros. feed merchants at 45 South Oriental street losing stamps and H. N. Smith grocery on Keystone avenue and New York street venturing into a break in with cigars eggs flour and meal taken.

P. K. Huey East Washington Street Fuehring Bros South Oriental Street H. N. Smith Keystone Avenue New York Street

City pays old dispute with two gas warrants

After four years the city settled with Consumers' Gas Trust Co by issuing two warrants dated 1899 and 1900 for 120.22 and 515.98 to James W. Lilly, treasurer, reflecting gas supply to city fire stations with coal heat adjustments. Former controller E M Johnson had held bills over heat deficiencies. Jacob P Dunn, former deputy, became controller as the warrants were paid.

Consumers’ Gas Trust Company James W. Lilly Trust Company E. M. Johnson Consumers’ Company Lilly Jacob P. Dunn

Local labor leaders toast flag despite OBrien remarks

Chicago banquet sparks strong protests from Frank Duffy and Samuel Sexton of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and United Mine Workers Journal. They condemn William D. OBrien for disparaging American liberty and threaten his possible expulsion or departure if he dislikes U S conditions.

William D. O'Brien Chicago Organized Labor Mr. O'Brien Frank Duffy United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Samuel Sexton United Mine Workers’ Journal O'Brien Mr. Sexton New York United States

Feast of Lights Celebrated Worldwide by Jews in Indianapolis

The Feast of Lights began Sunday with every Orthodox Jewish home in Indianapolis lighting one candle, increasing to eight by next Sunday. Judas Maccabeus led the Maccabean warriors against Antiochus IV to defend Jewish worship, his bravery making him a saintly figure in the annual festival.

Indianapolis Judas Maccabeus Judas Antiochus IV Maccabeans

New Industries Incorporated In Indiana

Articles of incorporation filed with the secretary of state reveal several new entities. Howard Shipyard Company of Jeffersonville to build steamboats and river craft with $100,000 capital, directors Edmonds J. Howard Clyde Howard and Joseph E. Howard. Other incorporations include Superior Medical Institute of Laporte with $9,000 capital. Evansville based Implement and Vehicle Company with $10,000 capital. Garland Oil Company of Indianapolis to operate in Wells county with unspecified capital. Muncie Globe Oil and Gas Co formed with $25,000 capital.

Howard Shipyard Company Jeffersonville Edmonds J. Howard Clyde Howard Joseph E. Howard Superior Medical Institute of Wells County Capital Frank W. Lewis Burton E. Parrott Louis G. Muncie Globe Oli and Gas Co Muncie

Salvation Army Christmas Dinner Drive Promoted in Indianapolis

The Salvation Army promotes a Christmas Dinner drive with the slogan Keep the pot boiling. Pot dinners on tripods will be distributed today along Washington street to raise funds for 5000 needy families in Indianapolis. Tickets go on sale December 1 to January 4 with final return January 4.

Salvation Army Washington Street Indianapolis Corps of the Salvation My

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