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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1901
Page
8
Buy direct from the maker and save money. Modern merchandising eliminates middlemen profits and brings producer and customer together. We gladly show our latest productions in fine diamond jewelry and surprise you with low prices. We reset diamonds while you wait. Indianapolis, Ind.
A flood of able bodied tramps, dubbed weary Willies, crowds department store fronts and street corners. Officials say numbers are higher than ever, with many lodging in a West Side saloon or Salvation Army barracks and some resisting strict shelter rules. Police plan to form a photo surveillance society to document and spread sightings of the panhandlers across cities.
Professor and Mrs. A R Archibald of Upland visit Mrs Archibalds father Dr W H De Motte at 42 Street. The death of the grandparent of Pagee Coleman prompts a gathering for the family.
In D. Kan this morning at 4 oclock a safe was blown in the county treasurer's office and about 1500 dollars were taken. The robbers escaped.
The two ports Fire Insurance Company reported assets invested in bonds municipal securities and loans. The firm remains patronised by home communities as safe and sound. Office No Market Street with officers John M Spann secretary and John H Holliday president.
Senator Albert J. Beveridge arrived for the holidays and discussed Congress after its organization. He said the Philippine tariff bill would pass in the Senate after recess and noted plans for Philippine legislation and possible statehood for Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona. He mentioned potential actions on Cuba Nicaragua canal irrigation and a new Department of Commerce.
A Ninth district Republican at the Denison Hotel praised Dave Sherrick as having the strength for a campaign now or never. He cited Sherrick's creditable past race and support from young Republicans. Mrs. Sarah Proctor Howe of New York and W. W. Gentry of Broomfield were among guests at local spots last night.
A Retail Clerks Association meeting discussed Sunday closing and postponed officer elections to next Sunday afternoon. A general meeting call was prepared, to be issued this week. The session at Machinists' Hall South Alabama Street begins at 2 o'clock.
Mrs. John H Vajen of Indianapolis died suddenly in St Augustine Florida after a health trip with her husband and daughter Mrs Charles Vorhees Spokane Wash She was 71 born in Cincinnati and moved to Indianapolis with her husband at marriage She was active in charity work and leaves five children Vorhees Henry L Wilson Collins Frank and Charles Vajen The body to arrive in Indianapolis tonight with funeral arrangements to follow
A Hotel English report quotes a major bike firm predicting rapid decline of bicycles as autos take over. They note wheel prices fell from 125 to 0 and employment halved, with Chicago and Philadelphia leading auto use. Industry figures highlight trotting horse success, Indiana's Dan Patch pace, and Western Horseman growth. Denver’s Seeing Denver scheme praised. Statler Hotel sale and lease talks cited. officials Wishard and Harrison mentioned amid holiday travels and state auditor race chatter.
The Rev T J Villers of the First Baptist Church spoke at the evening service on the meaning of Christmas. He described the journey of the Magi and shepherds, their obedience to angels, and the Nativity scene to urge listeners to worship Christ and depart with renewed faith.
The Sentinel reported a letter offering Senator Beveridge $2000 for Ray’s pardon and Durbin to receive half. Beveridge flatly denied knowledge of any letter or Ray matter, saying the story is unfounded. Durbin said he had not been approached about such a letter and that the Sentinel’s claim was the first he heard of it.
Multiple rail fare notices offer round trip rates to Chicago Cincinnati Toledo Detroit and more with holiday sale dates December 24 1901 to January 1 1902 and limits through January 2 1902 plus ads for hats diamonds buckwheat and optical services and a home goods promotion featuring Mrs. Austins buckwheat and a Blickensderfer typewriter
Charles D. Lewis and M. H. Yater are slated for council induction after year start. BE Black and Q J Hastings of Columbus Council No 1 visited Indianapolis. E A Stanton of Greenwood joined Council No 4. W H Scott plans transfer from Springfield to Indianapolis No 4. William Gordon of Springfield Ill may join an Indianapolis firm and move early next year. Anderson and Terre Haute councils join U C T A, giving Indiana a Grand Council. Indianapolis No 4 aims to secure Grand Council status soon after the new year.
New stock arrives including wrist bags brooches pins watches charms scarf pins and buttons. Large quantities offered at exceptionally low prices to assure sale before Tuesday.
A quirky promotional item arrives claiming a unique scarf pin as the centerpiece, noting it is the sole example of its kind. The message humorously contrasts this with free Fooleboo, Smackograph, and an enchanted chicken offered to readers. The piece invites optional participation and promises further promises.
Lewis Walters formerly of 98 Virginia Avenue now serves with Company K of the Second United States Infantry in Manila. He enlisted in February 1901 and after Cuba service, his regiment went to the Philippines. In a November 4 letter he laments the canteen abolition hurts soldiers’ Christmas dinner, notes pork and beans, and mentions lost extra mess funds. ad notes new pianos at Wulschner's.
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