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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 28, 1902

Page

9

Vital Statistics and Deaths in City Records

A long column lists births and deaths with numerous names and addresses across streets such as Tremont, Shelled, Bismarck, Harmon, Spann, Miami, and South Capitol. It notes several infants born, adults dying from illnesses like ereth’s disease and cardioditis, and serial entries including ages and residences. Funeral and business notices follow from local undertakers and merchants.

Pennsylvania Plans Delay in New York Tunnel Project

Plans for subterranean railroading in New York face delays as the Pennsylvania Railroad seeks property from about thirty lots to extend tunnels under the East River. The project would connect the Long Island Railroad with the New York, New Haven & Hartford, enabling through service from West to East.

New York City Pennsylvania Railroad Company New York Pennsylvania Railroad East River Jersey City Manhattan Long Island Astoria Long Island Railroad New York, New Haven & Hartford Pennsylvania New England

Rural Free Delivery Officials Meet at Denison Hotel Banquet

Rural free delivery middle division agents inspectors and guests gathered at the Denison Hotel for a 6:30 dinner hosted by Samuel B. Rathbone. Speakers included William B. Galtree who recalled early work and Washington doubts, with poems and songs closing the gathering before today’s instruction session in the Majestic building.

Denison Samuel B. Rathbone Middle Division Mr. Rathbone Frank M. Dice William B. Gaitree Third District Marietta Galtree McKinley United States Washington Perry Heath Ioo John C. Wingate John R. Bonnell Internal Revenue Terre Haute A. M. Au Egins John E. Burns Co. G. Swain T. E. Nevins Ed Bonnell Indiana Hillinois Ohio Michigan Wisconsin Missouri Majestic Herbert N. Graham C. F. Gardner J. W. Burns J. DL. Shields W. B. Galtree F. George M. B. Hoyte W. C. Ela A. B Cabell W. G. Johnston J. P. Walker Mrs. Baker Miss McConnell J. H. Wasson A. A Young Otto Hutgenbubler BE. W. Schriver Mr. McConnell E. H. Hutches F. B. Bollard F. M. Dice George A. Bennett C. W. Welton Mr. Williams C. G. Swain Lannes MacPherridge M. E. Donnelly

Fragmented Verse on Public Figures and Media Attention

A fragmented poem-like text critiques a public figure who relies on newspaper reporting to shape his image. It juxtaposes disdain for critics with constant media interaction, suggesting a power dynamic between status, publicity, and the public’s perception. The piece contrasts the worker’s frustration with a rising name, ending with unclear resolution.

New Vintage G. H. Mumm Extra Dry Impresses

The new vintage mirrors the 148 vintage with a delicate breedy profile and improved quality. About 120,359 cases were imported in Whi, exceeding one third of total and nearly 3 dollars more than any other brand, signaling strong market demand.

G. H. Mumm

New City Hospital Wing Rejected Over Carpenter Work

The Board of Public Works refused to accept the new hospital wing after a tour found rough and unsightly carpentry. Plumbing and steam heating were satisfactory, but contractor Bender may be required to redo the carpenter details at the architect W. Scott Moore’s direction before acceptance.

Board of Public Works City Hospital Bender W. Scott Moore Board of Works

Chicago Architects Aim to Make City Smokeless

Inspector Bartell reports a Chicago meeting of Illinois chapter of the American Institute of Architects on making Chicago smokeless. Western Electric described a 300 horsepower boiler system with stacked bunkers and automatic ash removal, reducing smoke. Architect George Beaumont blamed careless firing and lazy firemen, while Maj. Jenney warned against undersized boiler rooms. Bartel says Chicago methods fit Indianapolis's needs to avoid trouble with inspectors.

Samuel G. Bartel Chicago Illinois American Institute of Architects Bartel Indianapolis Western Electric Company George Beaumont W. L. B. Jenney

Mayor Home Today Pushes Bridge Authority Debate

Mayor Bookwalter returns from Buffalo and New York to confer with City Attorney Joss and the cabinet on whether Marion county can be compelled to fund and build the Washington street bridge over White River. City officers favor county action citing city tax contributions and emergency need. Commissioner Spafford reportedly supports county construction if authority exists.

Bookwalter Buffalo New York Joss Marion County Washington Street White River Martin Hugg Spafford

City Engineer's Report Delayed For Year 1991

City engineer office works on annual department report for 1991 with emergency work delaying its appearance until early next month. The document is a key city record showing annual improvements to city property and the engineer's recommended projects for the coming year guiding Board of Public Works and Council actions.

Engineer Board of Public Works

House Relocation Clash Over Owner Consent

The Board of Public Works meeting turned tense as a colored contractor clashed with locals claiming the move of a house from Meek street to Nelson street lacked owner consent. The Hoosier Transfer and Coal Company employee had earlier been granted permission to shift the structure.

Board of Public Works

Contractor action rescinded after resident protests

The board voided its prior approval after residents argued the contractor lacked consent from required property owners. The chairman closed the incident as the contractor faced difficulties moving the house. Local sewer and pavement projects were approved or ordered, including improvised walks and pipes along Pratt, Barth, Downey, and Areh streets, with several petitions filed for curb, stone, and paving work.

Barth Avenue Beecher Street Raymond Street Downey Street East Street Edge Wood Street New York Street Lasalle Street Washington Street Minnesota Street Olive Street Linden Street Areh Street Park Avenue Broadway English Avenue Spann Avenue Twentieth Street Cornell Avenue Alvord Street

Central Labor Union Tackles Garment Workers Strike

Central Labor Union last night debated the Louis Meier & Co overall factory strike by the United Garment Workers. The union urged settlement and turned the issue over to the executive board, amid protests over discharge of five workers and use of nonmember labor to sew labels on garments. The meeting also addressed routine labor disputes and urged support for a settlement for about 150 striking workers.

Central Labor Union United Garment Workers Louis Meier & Co Central Avenue Garment Workers Larger Henry Severin Feltman Severin John W. Kerr Typographical Beissenherz Hackett Trustees of Daniel Wait Howe Howe E. P. Barry Executive Board Garment Carpenters’ Union Claypool Conrad Bender Barbers’ Union United Mine Workers’ Convention Illinois Street Barbers Lauter James M. Madden Plasterers' Union Thomas Taggart West Baden Taggart N. A. Lonergan Miners’ Convention Central Labor Union of

Health Board Chief Clarifies Local Death Rate

In a Sunday Journal interview Dr G H F House, president of the Health Board, corrects a misprint stating the local death rate is 11 percent and should read eleven per thousand. He clarifies the proper rate as a fraction to the thousand rather than percentage.

Indianapolis Association of Central Freight Association G. H. F. House Health Board Sunday Journal

Local Produce Market Holds Steady Prices Across Markets

Wholesale activity persists despite cold weather with grocers busy filling orders and mail requests. Groceries and wool show steady to firmer prices, with spices and drug trade active. turpentine up 6 cents and cocaine down 5. Grain weak, wheat off 2 cents, inspections show limited cars. wagon market offers light supplies with weak prices on corn oats and hay.

Timothy

Wholesale Price List Excerpts Include Meat Dairy Nuts and Furs

A dense price sheet lists wholesale quotations for poultry meat and eggs, dairy from New York full creams to brick cheese, a variety of nuts and fruits, oils and chemicals, fabrics, and coal. It records per unit rates, ton prices, and specific grades for hides, tallow, wax, and other commodities, reflecting market conditions across multiple goods.

New York

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