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The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 25, 1902

Page

5

Crown Princess of Saxony Seeks Divorce Over Court Strains

Reports from Berlin and Vienna detail Crown Princess Luise of Saxony seeking an immediate divorce from Crown Prince after public and court pressures. Observers note King George’s steadfast stance against divorce, while officials monitor the princess and debate potential asylum risks.

Berlin Lokal Anzeiger Dresden George Saxony Geneva Luise Vienna Berin Vossische Zeitung Giron Therese Bavaria Tolstoi Zola Nitzsche Andre Giron

Princess Will Not Return to Saxon Court

The princess asserts a firm intention never to return to the Saxon court. She plans to reside in Mentone France. The court seeks a suitable course and may appeal to the Pope for an absolute divorce.

M. Giron Mentone France

Humbert family to face Paris guards amid feared demonstration

Paris authorities tighten security as Humbert family arrives for processing after extradition talks. Premier Combes and Justice Minister Valle oversee preparations, with Hennion leading a team to Madrid and a special car planned. public concern and Christmas novelties reflect the case.

Paris Premier Combes Valle Humbert M. Hennion Madid Mme Calazza Romain D’aurignac Buenos Ayres Romain D'Aurignac

Indiana oil activity dips with December wells and production

In December the greater Indiana oil field posted 416 completed wells including 78 gas wells and dry holes. New daily production reached 5,130 barrels, about 15.5 barrels per well, the year's smallest average. Drilling and rigs under way fell to 340 and 137 respectively, down from November by 41, with a two month view showing declines in drilling and production across the states.

Montpelier Ind Greater Indiana Srepany. Ee Blackford Ae Jay Adams Grant Huntin Madison Miami Marion Delaware

Governor offers $0 reward over forced evictions in four counties

Jackson Mississippi December 24 Governor Longino issued a proclamation offering no reward for the arrest and conviction of anyone who forces a Negro to leave Lincoln Amite Franklin or Pike counties. Hundreds of Negro residents have been ordered to leave these counties amid notices allegedly emanating from whitecopper organizations.

Jackson Miss Longino Lincoln Amite Franklin Pike

Cleveland man pursues Indianapolis railcar factory scheme

A. L. Jacobs of Cleveland proposes a new firm to build railroad and electric cars in Indianapolis, capitalized at 50,000. He plans heavy local investment and seeks support from Indianapolis business leaders to organize a plant with hundreds of skilled workers, capable of producing streetcars to palace coaches. Jacobs cites central location and access to materials as key.

A. L. Jacobs Cleveland, O Indianapolis Hunt Commercial Club Jacobs St. Louis Philadelphia Wilmington Mr. Jacobs Comny Wilmington Company

Deputy Oil Inspectors Named by Indiana State Oil Inspector

State oil inspector Sid Conger announced a partial list of his deputy appointees. The names include George W. Dannattel Evansville John B. Davenport Elkhart Joseph J Baker Warsaw J G Allen Washington Fred Glass Madison James Wellington Anderson J F De Haven Kokomo T W Burt Lafayette W W Lockwood Peru J M Johnson Logansport Walter Derr South Bend Henry Whittaker Hammond and A W Dudley Terre Haute. Work not assigned to regions yet. Montgomery and Fountain counties seek retention of George Markel. County leaders Ensminger and John Bonnell visited to discuss deputy ship details.

Sid Conger Indiana Durbin Lst George W. Dannattel Evansville John B. Davenport Elkhart Joseph 3. Baker Warsaw J. G. Allen Washington Fred Glass Madison James Wellington Anderson J. F. de Haven Kokomo T. W. Burt Lafayette W. W. Lockwood Peru J. M. Johnson Logansport Walter Derr South Bend Henry Whittaker Hammond A. W. Dudley Terre Haute

Christmas Dinners Planned by City Hotels and Clubs

Indianapolis hotels and clubs prepare Christmas dinners today with noon or evening service. The English, Grand, Columbia Club, and Denison Cafe offer evening meals from 6 to 9 with souvenirs and music. Spencer serves noon and evening options. Grand features holly decor and a heavy 6 to 9 dinner. Visitors from outside the city will be few, as most holiday patrons stay home. Charles Downing and W A Hough of Greenfield were seen at the Grand yesterday.

Indianapolis Grand Columbia Club Denison Cafe Spencer Denison House Cafe the Spencer Indiana Charles Downing W. A. Hough Greenfield Downing State Board of Agriculture Dan Patch M. W. Savage Minneapolis Dan McHenry Oxford

Routh Dies Suddenly in Office from Heart Neuralgia

James R. Routh, abstractor of titles, died in his office at 124 North Delaware street yesterday at 2 PM from neuralgia of the heart. He was 73, a longtime Indianapolis resident, born in Wayne County, with wife, daughter and son E. B. Routh remaining, the latter in Honduras. He was father in law to Dr. Allison Maxwell.

James R. Routh Delaware Street Mr. Routh Luke Walpole Allison Maxwell College Avenue Wayne County Missa Routh E. B. Routh Honduras

County to Seek 3000 for Voting Machine Legal Test

Marion county officials plan a 3000 dollar appropriation to test the legality of a proposed voting machine law. Commissioners urge the Council to fund the inquiry as they push for expedited election reforms and aim to settle constitutional questions quickly in Marion County.

Marion County Indiana Supreme Court McGregor Indianapolis

State Vote Certified Shows Blatchley Largest Plurality for Geologist

The secretary of state certified the official vote totals, noting Willis S. Blatchley as state geologist achieved the largest plurality by actual comparison, though he had fewer votes than most Republican candidates. The document lists totals and Blatchley’s margin at 35,875 with Charles W. Miller close behind for attorney general.

W. 8. Blatchley Secretary of State Willis S. Blatchley Charles W. Miller Blatchley

Prison Labor Puzzle Concludes With Book Production Plan

A former Indiana reform advocate argues abolishing contract labor in prisons, proposes extensive education and manual training at the Reformatory, and suggests convicts produce schoolbooks for state use. He claims self sufficiency for the Reformatory and potential text book cost savings of over five hundred thousand dollars annually.

Indiana State Board of Education Department Regord

Irwin Keith Wins Pony in Local Contest

Four year old Irwin Keith won the pony and cart contest conducted by the H. P. Wasson Company over the last three months. He lives at 945 West Maryland Street and held the prize with pride as the event concluded.

Irwin Keith H. P. Wasson Company West Maryland Street D Vas Séverttaine Men

Stickney seeks release from jail over failed bond in Miss Cole case

James Stickney, jailed for carrying concealed weapons after admitting intent to kill Esma Cole, seeks release through his Georgia parents and Adjutant General Smock. The case, rooted in unrequited love, follows his February workhouse sentence and North Indianapolis arrest. Cole, a church choir member, lives with her mother in North Indianapolis and works for Dr Orlander.

James Stickney Esma Cole North Indianapolis Stickney West Market Street Miss Cole Stubbs Justice Smock Georgia Smock Cincinnati Park Theater St. Paul's Methodist Episcopal Church C. G. Fisher ST aNne Orlander

McCoy Denies Theft Claim Asserations In New York Case

Kid McCoy, now at West Baden Springs, says he did not know of the $1,000 bill theft accusation from broker Lamar in New York. He plans to sue for damages if advised by his New York attorneys, claiming humiliation and vowing to return if advised.

Kid McCoy West Baden Springs Lamar New York

Woman fined after drunken arrest amid fake telephone call suspicions

Helen Shelly was fined $15 in Police Court after a Tuesday night arrest on drunkenness charges. Police suspected she sent fake telephone calls, but saloon keepers testified none paid attention to her calls, providing no direct evidence.

Helen Shelly

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