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The Indianapolis Journal

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Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1903

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10

Grand Jury at Work on Bribery Rumors in Bedford

Loganport reports Grand Jury summons include Mayor Sidney Vaughn ex Mayor George McKee council members and forty five citizens amid bribery rumors from last summer traction controversy. Portland notes city council seeks Hoosier Telephone franchise return and mayor may modify ordinance. Bedford covers stone strike prospects dim with unlikely summer operation. Jeffersonville outlines plan for Saturday shifts at American Car and Foundry with cash pay versus checks and a workforce vote.

Indianapolis Logansport Ind Sidney Vaughn George McKee Common Council George Palmer Grand Jury Indianapolis Journal Portland Hoosier Telephone Company Jeffersonville American Car and Foundry Company Ingram

First clash on strike line at Central Union Telephone

In Anderson Indiana today striking telephone workers clashed with nonunion crews as David Cooskey a lineman imported from Marion Kokomo and Logansport was assaulted near the Anderson Hotel defenders fled down an alley after the initial attack and a second assailant struck.

Indianapolis Journal Anderson Ind Central Union Telephone Company David Cooskey Marion Kokomo Logansport Anderson Hotel Central Union Company

Boss Barbers Organize With Indiana Group

MUNCIE Ind June 9 Alfred A Fletcher president of the Indiana State Barbers Association said the barbers association will aid the formation of the Boss Barbers Association. Boss barbers in many places signified willingness to join the new organization. Fletcher said the boss barbers will greatly help the Snares organization.

Boss Barbers Indianapolis Muncie Ind Alfred A. Fletcher Indiana State Barbers’ Association Barbers’ Association Boss Barbers’ Association Boss ‘Bers Fietchet Boss Bers

Summitville linemen repair line during Telephone strike

A small party of nonunion linemen was in Summitville Indiana today repairing the Central Union Telephone Company's line amid a strike by its workers. The event marks an early move amid labor tensions as the Trades Council weighs actions.

Indianapolis Summitville Ind Central Union Telephone Company Lnn Trades Council

Carpenters' Union Refuses Master Builders Offer

In Lafayette, workers rejected a master builders wage offer of 2 to 5 cents per hour. Central Labor Union leaders plan a sympathetic strike to back the action as Lafayette is tied up by stalled activities.

Lafayette Ind Carpenters’ Union Central Labor Union

Little Girl Dies Trying to Light Fire With Oil

Hartford City Indiana June 9 six year old daughter of Amos Riley burned to death while attempting to start a fire with crude oil in a cook stove. Oil saturated clothing ignited and she was cooked to death. sister was burned while trying to help extinguish. Knightstown Indiana June 9 Blanchard Criner narrowly escaped drowning in Blue River when a boat capsized over a dam. Criner caught under the boat and rescued on a sandbar.

Indianapolis Journal Hartford City Ind Amos Riley Sie Anne Wes Knightstown Blanchard Criner Blue River Will Shea Criner

Miner Isaac Dies After Shelburn Mine Collapse

Shelburn Ind June 9 Isaac a local coal miner was caught by falling debris in the Shelburn mine today and died two hours later from injuries. He is survived by relatives in the area and the mine operator will investigate the accident.

Indianapolis Journal Shelburn Ind Isaac

Elkhart Secures Factory and Muncie Is Planning One

Elkhart reports the George E. Lloyd Company of Chicago will move its electrotyping and machinery plant to the former Clause Printing Press factory. The move creates room for higher output and will employ over 180 workers with a $10,000 capitalization. In Muncie, a second window glass factory is planned by Glass Company of Muncie, aiming to erect a new plant and hire staff, signaling industry growth in the area.

Indianapolis Journal Elkhart Ind George E. Lloyd Company Chicago Clause Muncie Window Glass Ae Mew

Newport Brick and Clay Company Formed in Indiana

ANDERSON Ind June 9 Albert A Small Charles Jones and J B Clemans of this city have incorporated the Newport Brick and Clay Company and will begin brick manufacture at Newport Ind on an extensive scale The capital stock of 25000 has been subscribed and the machinery purchased The company owns forty acres of fine shale at the edge of Newport The Anderson men went to Newport today and will rush their factory to completion at an early date.

Indianapolis Journal Anderson, Ind Albert A. Small Charles Jones J. B. Clemans Newport Brick and Clay Company Newport Ind Anderson

Constitutional ruling on divorce fee upheld in Indiana

Wabash Circuit Court Judge Shively upheld the law requiring prosecuting attorneys to be paid a fee for uncontested divorce appearances. The ruling clarifies the fee at stake and asserts the statute aims to curb divorces obtained by collusion, contrasting with Judge Paulus of Marion who previously denied the fee.

Indianapolis Journal Wabash, Ind Shively Wabash Circuit Court Susan Davis Frederick Davis Paulus Marion

Young People’s Christian Union Opens in Kokomo

The ninth annual session of the Young People’s Christian Union of the White River United Brethren Conference opened in Kokomo Indiana with about 200 delegates and an equal number of visitors. President Charles J. Wheeler of Noblesville led the opening address by Rev. W. F. Parker of Marion. The convention is scheduled to close Thursday evening.

Indianapolis Journal Kokomo Ind Young People’s Christian Union White River United Brethren Conference Charles J. Wheeler Noblesville W. F. Parker Marion Elkhart Unit Ren

Gravel road election carries in Delphi Indiana

The gravel road election in Delphi Indiana today passed by a 310 majority costing 72000 dollars for 32 miles of graveling. First precinct narrowly opposed by seven votes while other precincts supported strongly. In Elwood Indiana James Barnett aged 48 was arrested for larceny from the tin plate works, accused of stealing brass fittings and other items. A factory watchman caught him in the act as he left with stolen goods.

Indianapolis Journal Delphi Ind Elwood James Barnett Tin Plate Works Barnett

Knightstown Licenses First Saloon in Over a Year

Noah Leisure was granted a license to sell liquor in Knightstown by Fayette Circuit Court. He becomes the first licensed saloon operator in over a year, with eight months since a saloon last operated. The Good Citizens' League had campaigned to close saloons, defeating prior license applications. Leisure, who had never run such a business, received approval after Henry County Commissioners refused him.

Indianapolis Journal Knightstown Ind Noah Leisure Fayette Leisure Good Citizens’ League Henry County

Knights of Pythias to Join Memorial Services in Elkhart

Elkhart prepares memorial services next Sunday with Knights of Pythias from fourteen cities and towns attending Uniform Bank divisions and subordinate lodges. High officials from Uniform Rank and Grand Lodge will be guests of honor with participants expected from South Bend Mishaw, Laporte, Bremen, Goshen, Kendallville, Butler, Wolf Lake and other nearby towns.

Indianapolis Journal Elkhart Ind Knights of Pythias Rank Grand Lodge South Bend Mishaw Laporte Bremen Goshen Kendallville Inier Butler Wolf Lake Allerab Mid- See

Richmonds New Church Reid Memorial Church Built With Bedford Stone

Richmond Indiana June 9 Work has begun on clearing the site for the United Presbyterian Church to be named the Reid Memorial Church funded entirely by Daniel G Reid of New York a former resident of Richmond. The building permit lists 35000 but reports suggest total cost may reach 100000. The structure will be Bedford stone and fireproof throughout with a Span S roof.

Richmond Indianapolis Journal Ind United Presbyterian Church Reid Memorial Church Daniel G. Reid New York

County Board names two appraisers to revise Goshen real estate

Goshen Indiana June 9 the County Board of Review named Mitchell Chartney and Joseph Smith to revise all real estate appraisements in Goshen due to gross inequalities and asset excesses. The city shows an overall increase of 600000 over four years amid rivals.

Indianapolis Journal Goshen Ind County Board of Review Mitchell Chartney Joseph Smith Eikhart

Havey Found Guilty In Marion Liquor Case

Paddy Havey, one of several saloon men charged in Grant Circuit Court for selling liquor within one mile of the Marion Soldiers' Home, was found guilty this afternoon. He was fined $180 and costs and given a ten day jail sentence. The Havey case is the second to be tried. the first resulted in acquittal. Eight other similar cases remain to be heard.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind Paddy Havey Grant Havey

Storm damages reach Richmond area injures worker

A severe storm near Richmond injures William Rospee as a wagon is crushed by a fallen tree while he loads wood. Horses bolted the wagon after the tree toppled, causing the accident and bruising Rospee about the hips.

Indianapolis Journal Richmond Ind William Rost Rospee

Destruction of Tollgates Sparks Law Enforcement Probe

Lawrenceburg Indiana reports a spring free Pike movement caused by strong protests led to the destruction of several tollgates in the county. Authorities investigate the arson and vandalism targeting toll facilities as damages mount and residents debate security and costs.

Indianapolis Journal Lawrenceburg Ind

Madison county to span White river bridge contract set

Anderson Indiana June 9 county commissioners decide to span White river north of the city with a steel bridge 635 feet long the largest bridge construction contract in the county will be let on July 10. Declares effort to locate tollgate raiders ongoing.

Indianapolis Journal Anderson Ind White River Madison County Delaware Street

Summitville Company to muster into the Knights of Pythias

Summitville notes sixty four member company of Uniform Bank and Knights of Pythias to muster Friday evening. Members from Anderson Alexandria Marion Muncie and Elwood will attend with a banquet afterward. Officers listed: Captain T. B. Cartwright first lieutenant Chase Gordon second lieutenant Maurice Warner.

Summitville Uniform Bank Knights of Pythias Anderson Alexandria Marion Muncie Elwood T. B. Cartwright Leutenant Chase Gordon Maurice Warner Toledo Detroit Elkhart Rathbone Lagrange Steuben, Noble, de Kalb Whitley Allen Counties Wedneenes Anna Cooper Greencastle Shelbyville Swan Keaton Morristown Occident Rush County Richmond Sherman McLaughlin Madison J. B. H. Seepe St. Mary’s Catholic Church St. Anthony’s Hospital New Albany Greensburg Joan W. Hornung & Son Middletown Wnite Shelburn Messrs

Employers Are Partners in Wage Policy Says Walker

About 200 members of the American Foundrymen's convention met at the Hotel Pfister in Milwaukee for a three day session. President W. A. Walker of Boston urged that manufacturers pay the highest wages possible and treat workers as partners, proposing a future where labor leaders counsel and conciliate with business men. He urged employers to model fair leadership and ensure labor interest aligns with business welfare.

Milwaukee Wis American Foundrymen’s Convention Pfister W. A. Walker Boston Lus

Four Persons Drowned in Allegheny River Incident

Pittsburg Pa June 9 four persons drowned while boating in the Allegheny River near New Kensington. The victims are Albert Ik thirty, Auguste Frank nine, Joseph Frank seven, and George Adams nine.

Pittsburg Alleheny River Neweasington Albert Ik Augustue Frank Joseph Frank George Adams

Congressman Taken to a Sanatorium

New York report states Congressman George J. Smith of the Eighteenth New York district has been taken to a sanatorium in New York City for treatment of a nervous condition.

New York George J. Smith Mne N. Y

Purdue Class Day Highlights and Alumni Events

Lafayette Ind June 9 Senior week activities filled the campus with class day exercises music by the mandolin club led by Alpheus Crane president of the class. John Lammadee delivered an oration followed by a class poem and a class history by Mincivele Crampton. Hollie Lewis read the class prophecy. Alumni luncheon served noon for 250. Art exhibit led by Laura Fry and Sampson praised. senior faculty baseball game held. University Club reception hosted by President Stone. Board of trustees met to review diplomas and finances ahead of commencement tomorrow.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Mandolin Club Alpheus J. Crane John M. Lammadee Weeden L. Greene Mincivele J. Crampton Hollie C. Lewis Laura A. Fry Miss Sampson Purdue University Club Stone J. C. Arthur A. J. Crane William V. Stuart Job H. van Natta City William A. Banks Laporte David E. Beem Spencer Ae Johnson Irvington William H. O'Brien Lawrenceburg Charles Downing Greenfield C. B. Siemen James M. Barrett Fort Wayne

Rose Polytechnic to Graduate Large Class in Terre Haute

Rose Polytechnic in Terre Haute Indiana holds thesis examinations for a large graduating class with ceremonies slated for Thursday. The list includes Francisco Aguilera Manzanillo Cuba in Electrical and many others from Terre Haute and beyond spanning Mechanical, Electrical, Chemistry, Architecture and Civil Engineering disciplines.

Indianapolis Journal Terre Haute Ind Rose Polytechnic Francisco V. Aguilera Charles L. Chamberlain St. Louis Irving J. Cox N. Hadley Cox John A. Cushman Springfield Mass Graham Daviess Uisville Carl D. Fischer, Jr Wapakoneta Cincinnati Edward C. Kirby Muncie Albert A. Krieger Louisville Gores B. Lindenberger Earl C. Keatae Yy Akron A. Eugene Michel Marion Harry W. Palmer Brockport N. Y William A. Peddie

Earlham College Alumni Election and Class Day Drama

Earlham College in Richmond held a large class day show titled Evolution staged by the class of 1993. Alumni gathered for the annual meeting in Lindley Hall with performances by Prof. Earle Harold and Catherine Jenkins, plus an address by Linton Cox. Officers elected include Harlow Lindley president and Mrs. John H. Johnson secretary.

Indianapolis Journal Richmond Ind Earlham College Lindley Hall Earlham Fe Earle Harold Wichita Kan Allen D. Hole Catherine Jenkins Linton Cox Indianapolis Ie Association Harlow Lindley John H. Johnson Robert L. Study Mariana Stubbs

Indiana Professor Woodburn to Lecture at Wisconsin

Prof James A Woodburn head of Indiana University history and political science accepts invitation to Wisconsin to give two American political history courses in the first semester next year He receives leave of absence for fall and winter terms Then he will research in Washington with advanced students at the Carnegie Institution for six weeks later this summer he returns to Michigan for history courses at the summer session The senior class discussion at commencement week focuses on Relations of the United States to the Latin American Republics with several seniors and a cash prize awarded

Indianapolis Journal Blomington Ind James A. Woodburn Indiana University University of Wisconsin Indiana Wisconsin Washington Carnegie Institution Woodburn University of Michigan United States L. L. Beeman J. M. Clinton L. F. Ross J. Lb. Linot E.an J. P. Porter Clark University

Franklin College Field Day Marred by Track Condition

Franklin Ind June 5 Field day at Franklin College was staged on Johnson county fair grounds before a fair sized crowd. Owing to poor track conditions events were disrupted and attendance was affected.

Indianapolis Journal Franklin Ind Franklin College Johnson County Fair

Track and field results amid rain delays at college meet

Poor track conditions slowed runs and bike events due to late rain. Webb dominated sprints and jumps with Branigan and Thompson close behind in many events. All-round score led by Webb at 37 with Branigan second at 32. College directors plan remodeling and library build with 13 000 needed beyond 7 000 on hand.

Webb Branigan Thompson Sanford Spurgeon Roach Pavy Vnerwehr Barnett Jones Vaerwehr College Board of Directors

Hanover College Commencement Contests and Addresses

Hanover Ind June athletic contests concluded with Miss Jessie Clemons winning the ladies tennis cup and Phi Delta Theta led by Hatfield and Oldfather taking the fraternity cup. Dr Francis Beatty of Louisville delivered the annual address to the literary societies. Bella Hilands of Madison spoke to Christomathean Zetelathean members, T D Billings of Seymour to the Union, and Judge Gambie Logansport to the Philalathean societies.

Indianapolis Journal Hanover Ind Hanover College Jessie Clemons Phi Delta Theta Hatfield and Oldfather Francis Beatty Louisville Bella Hilands Madison Christomathean and T. D. Billings Seymour Union Judge Gambie Logansport Philalathean Societies

Palmer University commence week slated with Latshaw address

Commencement week at Palmer University in Muncie Indiana opens Sunday June 21 with a baccalaureate address by Dr J R H Latshaw resident. The College of Music plans a concert and the board of trustees will meet Wednesday. Commencement exercises are scheduled for Thursday evening.

Indianapolis Journal Muncie Ind Palmer University J. R. H. Latchaw College of Music Board of Trustees

Truant officer adds 237 pupils and reports costs

Anderson and Pendleton truant officer summarized visits totaling 2 773 to aid 288 children in schooling. 237 pupils joined public schools except five who enrolled in parochial. Total cost 1 043 71 dollars. Officer worked 1 ½ days costing township 360 dollars. Crawfordsville high school held graduation with 21 graduates. Superintendent Millis awarded diplomas and the Rev C H Wilson gave the address. Wabash board picks Charles S Baer as member and treasurer.

Anderson Pendleton Crawfordsville Millis C. H. Wilson Wabash Charles 8. Baer Third Ward

Banners and Tom-Toms Burn Peking Revenue Board

June 9 dispatch from Peking reports the vast Revenue Board building, housing 4,000,000 taels, burned with foreign legations nearby. Firefighters were hampered as Chinese forces used banners and drums while kerosene cans supplied water. the Board of Rites building was demolished to prevent spread.

Peking Board of Revenue Legations Board of Rites London the Times China Russia Boards of Revenue and Rites

Mayer Oil strikes wildcat well in Indiana Hoosier field

In Hartford City Indiana on the Widow Maddox farm near Dundee the Mayer Oil Company hit a large oil well. The well spurted during drilling and after control produced about 1440 barrels daily, the field boss Joshua Bailey confirming the rate. Operators call it the biggest strike in the Hoosier field to date. Mayer has now found wildcat territory rich for the third time.

Indianapolis Journal Hartford City Ind Mayer Oil Company Hoosier Mayer Indiana

Oil operator McFadden buys acreage in Indiana field

Muncie Ind June 9 Nathan McFadden a prominent oil operator of Pittsburg today came into the Indiana field and bought leases on 1.0 acres south of Parker This is wild cat territory but McFadden says it will be more profitable than the Parker field which leads the state McFadden will put down twenty five wells in the next few weeks

Indianapolis Journal Muncie Ind Nathan McFadden Pittsburg Indiana Parker McFadden

Gas well struck near Farmland aims to oil, no show

A gas well was struck today on the J. W. Clayton farm two miles east of Farmland Indiana. The well was shot with the aim of developing into an oil well but no indications of oil or gas show at this time.

Indianapolis Journal Farmland Ind J. W. Clayton

Sutton Disbarred by Circuit Court in Findlay

Attorney W W Sutton of Ottawa and former Putnam county state senator was disbarred for five years by the Circuit Court in Findlay after facing 31 counts from the Bar Association. He may apply for reinstatement after two years.

Findlay W. W. Sutton Ottawa Putnam County Sta Senate Bar Association of Jili Mooney Sutton

Mallory murder trial details recited at Laporte hearing

In Laporte Ind on June 9 the Mallory defense rested without new evidence and trial moves toward conclusion. Prosecutor Clark outlined the State case while defense attorney Orr challenged Mallory’s role. Witness Rankin testified Mallory planned the robbery and led the group as gunfire erupted. the trial resumes with closing arguments and the death penalty sought by prosecutors.

Indianapolis Journal Laporte Ind Mallory Englewood George E. Clark Joseph Orr Nathan Rankin Koontzman Rennoe Rankin Eee Re Boone Boone Jory Koontaman Harvey Kletke South Bend Breese Laporte County Orr and Hoban Clark

Harden Sentenced for Assault on Miner at Jeffersonville Reform School

Fred Harden of Clinton was sentenced to two to fourteen years in the Reformatory at Jeffersonville for assault and battery with intent to commit voluntary manslaughter on Charles Wantland last January. Both are miners.

Indianapolis Journal Newport Ind Fred Harden Clinton Reformatory Jeffersonville Charles Wantland

Dixon released on bond in Bonaparte Dixon murder case

Tell City Indiana June 9 Mrs Martha Dixon charged with the murder of her husband Bonaparte Dixon was released on a 4000 bond at her preliminary trial. The case is set for the next term of court in August.

Indianapolis Journal Tell City Ind Martha Dixon Bonaparte Dixon

Construction Foreman Assaulted by a Negro at Greensburg

Greensburg Indiana June 9. On Monday afternoon foreman Mr. Moore working on railroad east of the city quarrelled with a negro employee who struck him on the head with a hand spike. Moore has been unconscious since and bleeding from nose and mouth. He is thought fatally injured and the assailant disappeared.

Indianapolis Journal Greensburg Ind

Detective Buck Fletcher returns from California in search of Doyle murder motive

Muncie Indiana June 9 Detective Buck Fletcher arrives from California after investigating the death of his wife’s brother Jack Doyle mine owner killed last winter Relatives say Doyle was murdered by his business partner No arrests yet and heirs listed include Mrs Buck Fletcher Mrs Margaret Kelley Thomas Doyle and James Doyle also of Minneapolis Marion Indiana June 3 Nora Miller shot by jealous lover Sanford H Love is improving Surgeons say recovery looks favorable Love not yet arraigned and will await outcome of wounds

Indianapolis Journal Muncie Ind Buck Fletcher California Jack Doyle Doyle Margaret Kelley Thomas Doyle James Doyle Minneapolis Marion Nora Miller Sanford H. Love Love

Fire destroys Breakers hotel and Palm Beach blocks

A major Palm Beach blaze wiped out The Breakers hotel, the power house, Cory's block of stores, the Casino, a large north hotel cottage, and several smaller buildings. Furniture from the hotel saved but burned. total losses near 1 million dollars with uneven insured sums. no injuries reported.

West Palm Beach Fla Palm Beach Power House Cory's Breakers Cory

German Antarctic Gauss arrives at Simonstown to refit

The German Antarctic steamer Gauss docked at Simonstown, Cape Colony, for about three weeks before heading home. The expedition reports discovery of a new land named Emperor Wilhelm II Land, largely ice covered save for an inactive volcano. Scientists note numerous investigations, with specimens to be sent to Berlin.

Simonstown Cape Colony Gauss Willam II Polar Circle Berlin

American and Mexican Smelting and Refining Co Incorporation

Washington June 9 The American and Mexican Smelting and Refining Company filed articles of incorporation with capital of 900000. The incorporators are O B Lee N C Clark and Edwin Christy. Main office will be in New York with branch offices in the West. A large refinery may be built in Baltimore or the South to receive base bullion from U S and Mexico.

Washington O. 8 Lee N. C. Clark Edwin Christy New York City Baltimore United States Mexico

Recommended for a Bishopric in Columbus Diocese

In Columbus on June 9 a meeting of rectors and counselors of the diocese discussed selecting a successor to former Bishop Moeller. Three priests were proposed from the diocese, including members connected with The Meara and St. Joseph's Cathedral.

Columbus Moeller Meara St. Joseph's Cathedral

Clergy Arrive at Cathedral for Service in Columbus

In Teubenville Ohio the Rev. James Hartley and the Rev. Howard joined at St. Vstromo Cathedral in Columbus for a service before proceeding to Wales.

Soluarenes James Hartley Teubenville, O Howard St. Vstromo Va Cathedral Columbus Wales

Jury of Magoffin farmers to try Jett and White in Kentucky

The jury to try Curtis Jett and Tom White for the shooting of J B Marcum was completed after 9 pm. Twelve Magoffin county farmers will be sworn in tomorrow morning as opening statements begin. Extra veniremen were added after elisor effort, while defense used fifteen challenges and prosecution five.

Ft. A Tme Elisor Magoffin Elior Jones

Society Editor Clara Nichols Dies in Chicago Tribune Elevator

Clara Nichols, society editor of the Chicago Tribune, was crushed to death in an elevator in the Tribune building in Chicago on June 9. Her body was removed to an undertaking establishment and notices were sent to relatives, some of whom live in Alton, Illinois.

Chicago Clara Nichols Chicago Tribune Tribune Alton Til

Army and Navy Orders From Washington June 9

Army orders list Capt Frank DeW Ramsey and Capt William G Haan assigned to Governor's Island New York for temporary duty. Lieut Alfred T Clinton ordered to New York for examination. Naval orders include Lieut N Jenson to the Naval Academy Sanspel Maryland and Lieut M E Reed to the bureau steam engineering aboard the Navy Department.

Washington Frank Dew. Ramsey Ninth Infantry William G. Haan Artillery Corps Governor's Island N. Y Alfred T. Clinton Signal Corps New York B. Comly Third Cavalry Military Academy Wint. N Cal G. Westervelt Wasp Wilkes F. W. McNair Santee Naval Academy Brooklyn

Miners’ Union backs action on mule abuse strike

The New York Times reports that 60 Indiana miners who struck over a mule abuse incident were condemned by a district Miners’ Union committee. The panel upheld the discharge of the torturer and ordered strikers back after a measured review, signaling a cautious stance on union power and discipline.

New York Times Indiana

Obituary notices from diverse cities report deaths and services

Obituaries from New York Hamilton Buffalo and Oxford detail deaths and memorials. James G De Forest died at home. a Union League member. Rev. with Oxford College ties noted. Capt J M Brinker, coal industry figure, died from paralysis aged. Philadelphia telegram confirms listings.

New York James G. de Forest Balsurance Company Union League Hamilton Philadelphia Oxford Buffalo X. Y. Co J M. Brinker

Labor In Scarce. Cleveland. June 9

F D Underwood of the Railroad said labor shortages delay planned improvements until next fall. He noted a possible route change with the Salter under consideration and surveyors currently reviewing the terrain.

Cleveland F. D. Underwood Railroad

Eccentric Millionaire's Funeral in Ottawa

The funeral of J. Major, a grocer and millionaire, was held in Ottawa Ontario. His will mandated a special chariot to bear his unrobed body from home past his store to church and cemetery, but the car along with the flowers was burned immediately after use. The will also required the house and store to be draped in black for forty days.

Ottawa Ont J. Major

Boy in Passaic Dies After Ingesting Quinine

Five year old Robert Menacker son of a New York cloak maker living in Passaic New Jersey died after swallowing about sixty quinine capsules from a medicine box. He climbed to a chair while his mother was away, convulsed and died within minutes.

New York Robert Menacker Passaic N. J

Carnegie Offers Million for Clubhouse in New York

Asheville June 9 The American Society of Civil assembled in annual convention there. Over 2 members attended. Consideration of Andrew Carnys proposition to be 1,000,000 to build a clubhouse on Fortieth street New York was the principal matter. Several amendments to the constitution were proposed.

Asheville N. C Amerecan Society of Civil Andrew Carn Neers Fortieth Street New York

World Temperance Union Session Reports Presidential Address

At the Geneva convention of the World's Christian Temperance Union the presiding officer Mrs. Man M. Stevens of Portland read Lady H I Somerset's presidential address predicting a complete victory over the liquor traffic by the women's temperance movement.

Geneva Switzerland Christian Temnee Union Man M. N. Stevens Portland Hi Somerset Woman's Christian Temperance

Insurance President Resigns in Boston After 30 Years

The Mercantile Fire and Marine Insurance Co board accepted the secretary resignation of George, who has led the company for thirty years. Era, a firm from St. Louis, is named as his successor while Mr. Rogers remains in a senior role.

Boston Mercantile Fire and Marine Insurance Company George Press Era Knce Company of St. Louis Rogers

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