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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1901
Page
4
The Daily Journal lists subscription rates by carrier and mail, reduced club rates, and weekly editions. It notes eight page mall handling, agent distribution, and delivery options for Indianapolis and nationwide addresses with summer mail forwarding. It also gives agent and office contact details across multiple cities and hotels.
The passage lampoons disfranchisement laws in several states and political maneuvers involving Tammany Hall and Bryan. It criticizes Mrs Eddy, Tillman, and McSweeney while debating U S policy on China and the Philippines, and discusses rail stock trends, streetcar crowding, and a municipal voting machine test proposal.
The Journal questions how many machines will meet public requirements and asks whether the voting-machine commission should test three or four leading inventions within the city rather than forming agreements with companies. It suggests exposing the best features of each machine through an independent trial before the next city election.
The Boston Herald’s farming price complaints are challenged as regional bias. Indiana farm values rise, mortgage costs fall, and many farmers rent for better returns. In Virginia and the South, one party rule fuels bitter nominations and factional clashes amid debates over patronage and party strength.
The Journal endorses Indiana limestone as the best overall material for the new federal building citing durability, strength, workability, and local origin. It notes that while limestone should be primary, other materials may serve specific needs such as columns or ornamentation, leaving architects to decide with better public argument.
The article questions the value of completing eight inch armor capable ships in light of a new Maxim explosive that can pierce such armor. It also casts doubt on Edison’s claimed motor for trolley lines and notes other inventions may be equally revolutionary.
They claim stopping improvements on old lines is safest while awaiting new directions. Yet inventions often underperform, and promoters push ahead anyway taking their chances, likely to proceed despite delays.
Instructive exchange on reading the rural visitor page yields practical information. The conversation highlights the value of learning terms like Pan American and emphasizes gaining knowledge through simple, direct dialogue.
A collection of quips and cartoons from Harlem Life Chicago News Western Farmer Lestie's Weekly and Detroit Journal. Jests on genius versus lunacy, a prairie grain drill for a daughter, a child’s pun about hiring clothes, and a satirical tale of a misused prisoner, all framed by midwestern and urban humor.
Cyrus F. Neal, chief clerk of the state auditor’s insurance department, said the mortality rate among Indiana life policyholders in the first half of the year is higher than in recent years. One company has paid losses over 100,400 dollars, exceeding its total losses last year, while the state takes a 3 percent cut on each paid life policy loss.
Bert McCain of Geneva and Albert Daugherty of Van Buren faced a federal counterfeiting charge. The lengthy trial ended with a late verdict that was sealed by court order and to be returned this morning.
Supreme Court rules county boards may hire expert accountants to audit public records and collect due funds, upholding Section 39 of the 1879 fee and salary law as not repealed by 1891. Garrigus case centers on contractors earning half of recovered sums. court finds work falls outside officer auditing duties. Also notes Banks appeal set for June 18 and affirmations in Barker and Rumble cases.
Special Judge Oliver H. Carson ruled that the national bankruptcy act suspends the Indiana State insolvency law while in force, not nullifies it. He explained in the Stein trustee case that Coleman’s claim to goods was not valid under the state act during federal bankruptcy operation. If Congress repealed the act, the state law would resume.
Charles C. Baker, a 12 year member, sues the American Hod Carriers Union No. 1 and eight officers for 10000 damages over a May 1901 suspension without hearing. He alleges by laws require charges to be filed and trial by jury, which he says were denied. He claims the expulsion and fine prevented him from finding work.
Attorneys for Milton Shirk executor of Elbert H. Shirk filed in the clerk’s office a petition to reverse a Koseiusko Circuit Court judgment in the Lingeman suit. The filing cites act of March 12, 401 and notes this is the second such filing. Deputy Clerk Batchelder said the Supreme Court would likely reject it as the act is not retroactive.
Public court digest lists several Indiana appellate and superior court actions including Garrigus v Board of Commissioners with focus on county finances, Hildrup v Town of Windfall transferred to appellate court, and Thrall v Gosnell also moved to appellate review. It details precedents on appeals, county expenditures, and county board powers, along with numerous active cases, briefs, and notices across multiple circuits and counties.
William P D Shearer sues Lake Erie and Western Railroad for 10000 damages for the death of his son Tony Shearer twelve. He says Tony and others were allowed to board empty cars of a switching train and the company employee threatened and threw coal, causing the boy to jump and be crushed under the wheels as the train moved at speed.
William Kotteman, executor of the estate of Frank De Wald, filed his final report in probate. The real estate appraised at 1400 sold for 1.75, with disbursements totaling 2156.68. The remaining estate was divided between Henry De Wald, Nicholas De Wald, and Kate, widow of Anthony De Wald.
John Clark filed suit against the street car company seeking damages for the loss of his wife's services. He alleges that while alighting, his wife was thrown to the pavement and injured when the car started too soon.
Judge Allen of the Circuit Court reappointed Thomas Madden and William Pollard to the Board of Review. The board will meet a week from next Monday to assess corporations. He also named Garrett Shover and Mrs. Julia Goodheart to the Board of Children's Guardians, with Mrs. Goodheart succeeding N. A. Bye, noting a new law requires guardians to have children.
Leroy M. Scott was yesterday appointed administrator of the estate of Charles A. Scott and gave a bond of $2,000. The will of William W. Grant, former principal of the Indianapolis High School, was probated yesterday. It leaves all assets to unspecified beneficiaries.
The city smallpox fund ran dry after the health board failed to pass a $1.20 appropriation. Mayor Taggart pledged to cover costs if needed and may call a council meeting to secure the funds. A new case, Josephine Glick of 633 West Washington, was reported with others in the same house quarantined. all inmates vaccinated except Glick. Quarantines lifted at 34 West Washington and West Ohio streets.
The special election to replace Councilman John M. Higgins is likely on the first Saturday after July. Mayor Taggart, returning from French Lick, is expected to issue the call within days, setting the election thirty days from the call, around July 6. City Controller Johnson said the mayor will issue the call today or tomorrow.
Councilman Munro voiced opposition before the Board of Safety to moving the North Indianapolis fire engine to Haughville but was met with laughter. Chairman Hyde asserted the No 5 house engine at Fifteenth Street could reach North Indianapolis quicker, prompting Munro to question the necessity of the transfer.
The Board of Works has taken no action on paving Meridian street north of Fall creek. L A Cox appeared before the board as Chairman Sahm pledged to resolve the matter this week. Wooden blockites fear delay favors asphalt petitioners, while Woodruff Place trustees delay funding East Michigan street sewer, deferring final action until a later date. Those seeking the sewer fear obstacles may arise.
The Board of Works approved final action and remonstrances on various street and utility projects. Estimates cover bricking alleys, cement walks, and sewers on Ohio Cottage Windsor Newland Ottawa Steele Pennsylvania and other streets with contracts awarded for walks on Lambert Birch Virginia Arsenal Capitol Park and more.
State Auditor Hart released a statement reaffirming his stance on alleged rebate schemes connected to the vice chancellor and other insurance rebate schemes. He indicated he remains resolute in his previous position despite recent developments at the Ap Coast to the State Life Insurance Company.
A state official warns against any life insurance firms engaging in rebate practices, describing it as a serious menace. He stresses that rebating has no place in the business and pledges to resist such actions under mandate to protect the public and the integrity of the industry.
Five Indiana counties settled with the auditor of state amid rapid payments. Treasurers including Jacob Sheffer of Martin County and George Stephan of Randolph County turned over large sums and received school funds. Deputy Auditor Frank Martine cautioned not all counties will finish by June 15, but settlements so far promise easing the state debt, with $500 likely paid on July 1.
State Statistician Johnson announced plans to rigorously investigate township assessors for lax completion of statistical blanks. He found many filled forms were altered to suit individual preferences, claiming some believe answering is not compulsory. He will enforce penalties for neglect to provide true returns to ensure accurate state statistics.
May crop bulletin by R D Machan reports 1 percent average basis with wheat at 4.6 through 74 counties, oats 4.7 from 7 counties, clover 76.4 from 7 counties, rye 86.5 across 61 counties, corn 78.4 from 59 counties, and fruits like apples, cherries, pears, plums across various counties. Weather and prior year freezes affected optimism. Indiana wheat prospects rise despite lower acreage.
The Central Union Telephone Company will adopt a city wide numbering plan next month using smaller numbers with circuit names like Pa 0 Main 67 North 433. The change aims to speed operator service and improve calls as 5.20 instruments are in use. Several branch exchanges will be started and the new directory will reflect the system, with full operation expected around August 1.
United States Marshal Perth returned from Columbus 64 penitentiary where he informed John Johnson, former Logansport Lanker, of pardon chances. Authorities regret losing Johnson, who proved useful as a trusted bookkeeper at the prison.
Frank B. Chesterman of Philadelphia was sentenced by Judge J Otis Humphries on the Springfield federal bench to pay a $4 fine and serve one hour in jail for sending 3 in gold by mail to George S. Graft. The case appeared before the court this week replacing Judge Baker.
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