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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1901
Page
3
In a reader letter, John D. Conner argues against permanent U.S. possession of the Philippines, citing trade, political union, and historical examples. He warns against rapid shifts and urges measured, gradual action guided by future generations, emphasizing lawful governance and consent of the governed.
The Rev. J Cumming Smith preached on The riches of grace from Ephesians iii 19 about Unexplained Exuberances. He argued the Universalist Church should merge with a major evangelical denomination, praising divine abundance yet lamenting human failure and societal ills. He urged action now, devotion, and a moral national leadership rooted in true religion.
Rev. J A Knowlton of South Street Baptist preached on national affairs from the text The kingdom of God shall be taken from you and given unto a nation bringing forth the fruit thereof He argued nations are tested by spiritual leadership and greatness in the coming century noting Rome and other powers as historical examples of failure.
The Rev R V Hunter used Matthew chapter 14 to teach that difficulties in Christian service forge strength and character. He compared Christ’s command to cross the Sea of Galilee with Abraham’s lack of explanation, urging obedience and resilience amid trials. He cited reformers and personal church revival as proof that opposition stimulates growth and blessing in disguise.
Yesterday across Broadway churches pastors led services on religion and patriotism. Rev C W Tinsley spoke at Broadway Methodist on The Land of God in American History. Edwin Bay Methodist marked Old People's Day with sermons by John W Ray and speeches by Drs Roberts Tevis and Goodwin. Central Christian hosted Rev F W Norton with Rev A B Philpott at Irvington. College Avenue Baptist showcased Rev W C Taylor on Successful Courtship. Second Christian filled by Rev Maurice Edwards. no evening service. First Baptist featured Rev Thomas J Villera on An Old Man Leaning on a Staff. Central Avenue Methodist held an Epworth League program led by H Palmer. G H Leeson of Fowler preached at Meridian Street. Plymouth Church heard H Meserve on Religion and Patriotism, followed by a patriotic service with orchestra and brass quartet. Madison Avenue Methodist heard Rev R H Moore on Why Evil Is Permitted. Maj Hinnehe Cox of the Salvation Army led Third Christian Church service. Garden Street Baptist featured Rev EM Ryan on Intimacy with Christ and Our Obligation to God.
Fat Giddings and N Wadeworth visited the daughter of Joe Mans on WT Maxwell Street last night. As they left, they were assaulted by Fred Meyers, George Morgen, Harry Gerber and Ernest Briges. Briges was arrested for assault and battery. Meyers, Morgen, and Gerber are wanted on the same charge.
Father Byrne of St Anthony's Haughville visits Pan American Exposition for several days. Event notes include a Saturday celebration at Peter and Paul, with collections planned.
St Patrick and St John parish lawn fetes drew crowds despite rain. By last report about $1,000 is expected to be cleared. Knights of Columbus plan Sunday Jubilee procession to St Johns Sacred Heart St Patrick and St Marys for indulgence driven unity.
Fletcher Heath resigned by wire yesterday afternoon as president and director of the First National Bank of Oxford Ohio. George C Munns was elected to fill the vacancy. Heath retired Friday as director and vice president of the Miami Valley Bank at Hamilton. He was a longtime banker in the region and had connections with the Seventh National Bank of New York. He married Miss McCullough in Oxford. Buffalo bank notes report City Bank placed in currency controller hands and not to open next day. Directors and President Cornwell offered little comment amid the failure mystery.
The Orinoco from Colon reports martial law in Panama amid rebel reorganizations and interior fighting. Government reinforcements and armament shipments reach garrisons and coast towns. Panama fears rebel attack. Colon experiences similar security. Liberal refusal of terms cited over alleged government cruelty to political prisoners.
The article notes Cornell freshmen excel with a smooth fast boat, ahead of Columbia and Pennsylvania, while experts expect Pennsylvania to win the four oared race. It mentions James Peter Frenzel Jr from Indianapolis as Cornell varsity four stroke recruit, a Manual Training High School product.
The Pennsylvanians rest at Henley with coach Bob Cook predicting they are in peak form to challenge Leanders and Britons. The crew, united for nearly four years, trains in first class condition and eyes repeat success after recent Stamford Bridge wins by Kraenzlein Duffy Coe and Baxter. They depart for Dublin July 4 with plans to tour Europe before returning aboard the Vaderland.
John Flanagan of the New York Athletic Club trains on Trav er's Island aiming to beat Alfred Plaw's 171 feet 2 inches mark from a nine-foot circle. The Sixty-ninth Regiment N G NY athletic committee has AAU sanction for an open sixtee n pound hammer event July 1 at Celtic Park, Long Island City, as part of the regiment's closed games. The Wattsburg cycle races featured a five mile handicap that shattered a world record, though the winner had a handicap of 1 yard. the scratch finisher was three yards back. Floyd McFarland previously held the world record for the distance. Penn won the race by three yards, with Kramer second and Preeman lapped. In the half mile open for professionals, Frank Kramer and Bart Orange won, Wilson second, Cooper third. time 1:44.
In Butte Montana authorities prepare for a clash over betting at the local race track. City leaders push for a wide open stance despite anti gambling laws while the county attorney orders strict enforcement and has raided venues where cards are played.
A letter from John P. McAdams, a soldier in the Philippines, claims many published soldier letters exaggerate and asserts that U S forces have shown restraint and benevolent assimilation. He argues law and order are maintained, insurrection wanes, civil government expands, and Filipinos prosper under occupancy, while defending soldiers from accusations of harming women.
In Superior Court cases before Judge McMaster, Plaintiffs win several foreclosures and monetary judgments. Items include Model Life Insurance on Abernathy with $41.10 and costs, First National Bank of Richmond versus Silger with $1,201, Indiana Savings and Loan Association No. 2 versus Mueller with $1,300.48, and Schmidt versus Mueller with multiple cross-claim amounts. Dismissals in some defendants accompany the cross-complaints, with decrees of foreclosure issued in others.
Readers are urged to place orders now for Damasks and Crashes. The store opened 16 new lines in Turkey Reds featuring figures and plaids with prices from 12 percent to 35 cents. An advance on Crashes is expected to be announced by manufacturers.
Summary of a dense court docket listing civil actions including mechanic’s liens foreclosures and debts against various defendants. Notable items include Hollingsworth v Ab bitt et al injunction trial by court and Muecke v Webb lien finding against Webb, plus Allen v Cox with final receivership report and name change proceedings for Amelia Penny to McCutchian. Criminal docket notes bribery, robbery pleas, and new suits filed in Superior and Circuit courts.
A dense entry list of appellate court records from Indiana Marion and other counties. Names include Isenhourne Shank Long Stevenson Roach Davis Hay Chestnut Smith Gifford Baker Stephens Hatstead Bash Bass McDonald Anthony Masters and Wendling. It notes appellant briefs and motions for rehearing as well as notices and assignments of errors across multiple counties and courts.
A collection of case summaries discusses legal issues from extending streams beyond state borders to the effect on intercommunication, void bank notes, lotteries laws, partnership sales restraints, streetcar signaling and notice requirements, broker commissions, master liability for employee signals, and safety duties around mine passages and electric wires. The notes cite multiple jurisdictions including Mass Ga Minn Ia and discuss remedies and duty of care in various contexts.
The Electric Lighting and The Home Heating and Lighting Company announce contracts to furnish electric light for residents and businesses and power for machinery. They aim to be ready by September 1 and invite inquiries at their office or by telephone for first class service.
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