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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1901
Page
4
The paper argues Americans should heed the flag and Supreme Court decisions. It critiques Cuban Congress language on the Platt amendment and notes the Detroit Tribune’s poke at Fairbanks. It discusses Cuban constitutional prospects, China’s indemnity extension, and South African news, with West Point cadets urged toward regular army enlistment.
The Enquirer states free silver was never a financial heresy and notes conditions of 18% and 1977 exist without it. It calls Nye an outspoken opponent of free silver, but argues the issue is dead and not a target for his party anymore.
Veterans committees and citizens gathered in the Governor's rooms to plan a national style dedication for Indiana's Soldiers and Sailors Monument. Debate focused on date, funding, and ensuring wide attendance including national officials, with fall or next season favored to avoid heat and logistical issues.
A U S Court master in chancery in Peoria finds water mains decomposing due to stray current from trolley lines. The ruling, if sustained, could curb single overhead wire use and impact electric street railway practice nationwide. Experts deem double overhead wires a potential remedy to protect pipes and public safety.
An opinion urges an injunction forbidding operation of railway lines with single overhead wires. If Judge Grosscup agrees with the master, the ruling could have national impact and push for double wires to prevent electrolysis. The piece also notes resignations by Senators Tillman and McLaurin do not create a vacancy until Sept. 15, affecting a potential primary to fill a non existent vacancy.
A collage of humorous quotes from newspapers and magazines. Doverspike is called the Carrie Nation of Thompsonville after smashing a millinery shop and dry goods store. A French editor on the phone is teased for gesturing while reporting. A playful exchange about kissing and a banker’s unread cashier books closes the snippet with a health advice line about boiling milk and water.
The Pennsylvania Senate, racing bills through in under forty eight hours, passed measures authorizing passenger railways in new streets and electric underground lines. Philadelphia traction interests staged a last minute push but failed to block the bills. If approved by the House and signed by Governor Stone, a charter would enable an elevated railway system in Philadelphia and suburbs.
In Topeka a servant left the Rev Charles M Sheldon household amid talk that Mrs Sheldon barred her from the table. Mr Sheldon would not confirm or deny the tale. The servant reportedly referenced Sheldon's novel Born to Serve and chose to quilt. The Sheldons advertised for another helper as they resume keeping house.
Officially Loomis will not return to Venezuela due to health and attacks he faced there. He will be reassigned to another diplomatic post once found, while Russell remains in charge in Caracas for an uncertain period. Post June 30, the government will not address Venezuelan criticisms of Loomis.
The census director released the first half of the final Population report detailing state and territorial populations, density, the center of population, Alaska and Hawaii figures, representation apportionment, minor civil divisions, large-city counts, and annual changes. Hawaii averages about 24 per square mile, ranking between Maine and Arkansas.
A military procession from the church to Arlington Cemetery conducted a solemn ceremony for the fallen. Fort Myer Virginia and the Fourth Field Battery from Washington barracks provided honors as the body was laid in a vault after the religious service.
Worcester May 31 Charles V Putnam president of the Putnam and Sprague Company died this afternoon in Worcester aged seventy two. He was a descendant of Gen Israel Putnam and had spent forty seven years in the furniture business in this city.
Buffalo prominent businessman Henry E. Perrine aged seventy four has died. His second wife, Mrs. Folsom, survives him and is mother of Mrs. Grover Cleveland. The obituary notes Perrine’s long standing ties to the city.
R G Dun weeks review notes weather in the East dampening distributive trade and crop damage rumors fueled by speculation but West and South hold steady with activity above average. Labor disputes ease with settlements near. iron and steel mills run at full capacity. farming machinery exports strong. rail shipments rise to Australia and South America amid car shortages and brisk structural work.
Chicago May 31 D B Robins ex president of Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company died at his home this afternoon after a protracted illness His death ends a long career with the railroad and removes a noted industry leader from the field
Minne apolis Minn May 31 The session of the National American Woman Suffrage Association opened with reports from officers and committees. Sarah Clay Bennett Kentucky chair of the federal suffrage committee argued the fourteenth amendment nullifies male only rights in state constitutions and laws. Susan B Anthony reported the 32nd petition to Congress for a constitutional amendment with signatures from every state and a petition to remove the word male from Porto Rico suffrage law. Laura Gregg Nebraska urged state headquarters while warning against turning suffrage work into a workshop. Carrie Chapman Catt urged women to organize or forfeit enfranchisement.
Lord George Hamilton replies to Sir Alfred Hickman on American built locomotives and bridges in India. He defends American production while noting British firms historically held contracts. He states British engineers must meet price, quality, and delivery competition to maintain supremacy and urges collaboration with British steel leaders.
Washington May 31 rumors in the War Department say Capt William Crosier of the Ordnance Department is practically selected to succeed General Buffington as chief of ordnance upon his retirement this fall. Crosier is among the junior officers in the department.
Washington May 21 Colonel Young blood of Alabama auditor for the Treasury Department has tendered his resignation to take effect June 15. The President appointed R A Person assistant auditor for the same department to succeed him.
Brig. Gen. Thomas Wilson U S Army retired died in New York May 31 at age seventy. Funeral held at Madison Avenue Reformed Church with Empire State Society of the Sons of the American Revolution in attendance. Born June 10 1832 in the District of Columbia he graduated West Point 1853 and served in Civil War campaigns. He held key posts including defenses of Washington and the Army of the Potomac, retiring in 1896. He also belonged to the Loyal Legion Army and Navy Club.
Charles Bletterman Elliott, general manager of Cape government railways, arrived from Cape Town to Southampton and spoke with a Daily Mail representative. He will remain in England for weeks then travel to the continent and United States to study railway equipment, concentrating on narrow gauge roads and electric lighting, and will favor British manufacturers if terms and materials satisfy, aiming for the best possible equipment at low cost.
Report from St Paul Journal states Burlington Limited from Chicago was attacked near Havana NL. Five highwaymen fired torpedoes as the engine slowed, but the engineer accelerated and prevented boarding. No injuries reported.
Vice President Zanette opens the regular Chilean Congress session as President Errazuris remains seriously ill. Reports note Panama coal-yard fires at Naos island. Zelaya mulls Pan American congress visit, leaving next month for San Francisco around June 18. Fraudin arrives in Guayaquil to meet the French geodetic commission. General Ruiz returns to Nicaragua and is arrested on a criminal charge. Chilean citizens allegedly whipped by Bolivian soldiers prompt a protest from the Oruro consul. An article from Valparaiso defends Chile against opponents seeking to inject the issue into congress, while a volcanic eruption disrupts Pinean area in Antofagasta.
Lord Kitchener reports Windfontein engagement near the Durban Johannesburg line. British casualties include 174 killed or wounded and four officers dead. Delary’s forces attacked Dixon’s garrison, which was largely mounted troops, and Heavy fighting preceded a French retreat into Pretoria.
In Bulawayo Cecil Rhodes urged Chamber of Mines to pass laws regulating the importation and deportation of Chinese workers. He announced contracts for 160 miles of new railroad toward the Wauki coal fields, outlining expansion plans and labor concerns.
Two men representing Filipinos called at the United States embassy in London and asked Ambassador Choate for passports. Choate refused, saying they produced no evidence of American citizenship. The men pressed the request, deputy needed proof, and left stating they would pursue the matter in Washington without counsel.
An interview with Manila Archbishop in Rome predicts Vatican stance on Philippine friars. He rejects secularization and suggests Filipinos will seek independence despite possible external influences.
Manila May 1 The Goodrell Court of Inquiry found both Lieutenant Colonel Manet C Goodrell and Colonel Henry C Cochran e severely reprimanded by Rear Admiral Rogers Goodrell is ordered to command the Marine brigade and Cochran to return to the United States
Nineteen of seventy eight Filipino travelers bound for the Buffalo exposition are denied landing in San Francisco. Doctors at the Marine Hospital and immigration officials order their return to Manila because they are afflicted with loathsome and contagious diseases.
Mobile dated report states the sealed verdict in the bribery case against former Captain and Quartermaster Cecil W. King was opened in the U S Circuit Court this morning after being returned Thursday night.
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