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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1901

Page

4

Marion County sells bonds at record premium to John F. Wild & Co

The Marion County Commissioners sold 100000 dollars of 1 percent twenty year refunding bonds to John F. Wild & Co. for a premium of as the highest premium ever paid for such bonds in the United States. The Wild bid exceeded all rivals by about 10 percent, with home bidders generally higher than foreign bidders. Other bidders included Capitol National Bank Indiana Trust Company National Bank Association and several firms from Cleveland and Chicago.

Marion County John F. Wild & Co United States Capitol National Bank Indiana Trust Company The National Bank Seie Oar Company Mayer Season Good Denison Priory Cleveland N. W. Harrisee Mason, Lewis Frese National Bank W. J. Hayes

Caught in the Creek Fugitives Endure Chase Near Fair Grounds

A noon firing near Fall Creek sparked a citywide pursuit. Al McPherson, a long-term prisoner, was captured after a lengthy chase through the creek. Dee Shipman, another escapee, remained at large after the episode, reportedly swimming the river multiple times and resisting capture.

Fall Creek al. McPherson Dee Shipman Sepand § Oe Fair Grounds

SONS OF REVOLUTION MEETING DISCUSSES REGULAR SESSIONS

Members of the Bows of the Revolution gathered at St Pauls parish house to mark flag day. The Rev Lewis and Rev Philputt urged a schedule of winter meetings and greater activity. The society, now 51 members, plans to admit more after verifying direct descent from a revolutionary soldier.

St. Paul's Church Naga Lewis A. B. Philputt Solier

Bitten by a Dog Involve Carleton Swiggard Son

Mrs Carleton Swiggard of North Street reported her son bitten by a dog owned by Dr Brown of Wit Avenue. Police were notified. Dr Brown said the dog was not rabid but overheated and would confine it until his observations. He then planned to kill the animal after further study. The boy’s injuries were not serious.

J Carleton Swiggard SS North Street Sean Dr. Brown Wit Avenue

Poolroom men arrested in city poolroom case

Frank J. Douglass and Mike Toomey of 17 Illinois Street were arrested by Detectives Asch and Wallace for operating a poolroom located in the rear of Tron's Saloon at 17 North Ninots Street. The venue had been cleared for weeks and reopened Wednesday, with authorities claiming an official action by acting Mayor Johnson and plans to pursue the case in court.

Frank J. Douglass Mike Toomey Illinois Street Asch and Wallace Tron North Ninots Street Johnson

Harris to Speak on Austro Hungarian Empire at Columbia Club

Hon Addison C Harris ex minister to Austria delivers an entertaining address at the Columbia Club on The Political and Industrial Bratus of the Austro Hungarian Empire. All members urged to attend tonight.

Addison C. Harris Tria Columbia Club

General Knefler Dies At His Home In Indianapolis

General Fred Knefler, Civil War hero and longtime advocate for the Soldiers and Sailors Monument, died yesterday at 1224 East Washington Street after a long illness. He served as colonel and brevet brigadier general, led the Seventy-ninth Indiana, and was famed for strict discipline and deep learning.

Fred Knefler East Washington Street James H. Taylor General Knefler Governor Mount Knefler Kossuth Knefer Judge C. ©. Hines Judge Hines Frederick Knefler Arad Hungary Austria Louis Kossuth New York City New York Frederick Jonathan W. Gordon Beevers Ripley County John ©. New Marion County Lincoln Indiana Romney W. Va Lew Wallace Seventy-ninth John Hanna United States Hayes Board of Regents The Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument Indianapolis General Kneffer Nashville Chattanooga Franklin Missionary Ridge Eli F. Ritter Koefler Koefier Fred Knetler Ware Street Knerler Beatty Wood Bull's Gap Tennessee Madison

Funeral Directions From Gen Knefler For Simple Burial

General Knefler left written funeral directions to Mrs Knefler and Gen Foster. They were opened yesterday with family present and close associates. He requested no services, a plain coffin wrapped in the flag, private burial for immediate family and eight old comrades from two units.

Knefler R.S. Foster General Foster Captain Ritter James H. Taylor D. F. Billingsley Charles KR. Willams General Knefler Indiana Volunteers Foster Eulon

The Robbery of Pettigrew at Flanner Buchanan's

William W. Pettigrew, manager at Flanner and Buchanan's undertakers, fled after opening the safe and stealing 61 dollars. He had risen from hostler to manager, married with two children, and lived above the shop. His whereabouts are unknown and police have not been alerted.

Flanner & Buchanan William W. Pettigrew Flanner Mr. Buchanan Pettigrew Gambie

Will Tame With Music By Wheel Workers Parade

Striking wheelmakers from Standard wheel works plan a 3 PM show of force at the factory yard. A drum corps and buglers will lead a procession through surrounding streets, with class yells and music until 4 PM when the factory closes. Last night about 100 attended the West Indianapolis Council hall meeting. Six recruits from the employer were reported and fifteen new members were taken. Workers express confidence despite no reply from factory managers.

Standard Old West Indianapolis

Notice to Tourists and Excursions From Indianapolis

A public notice lists travel options from Indianapolis with round trip fares to Michigan resorts Cincinnati via Big Four and Pennsylvania routes June 16 and 20. It advertises mail-forwarding service for Daily and Sunday Journal, various excursions to Madison Danville Union City and Pendleton plus sales at Marcy's and the Indianapolis Barber Supply co with diamond and jewelry promos.

Big Four

Bargains That Move Goods Invite Your Investigation

A bold sales pitch urges readers to explore offerings with promises of strong value. The notice emphasizes genuine bargains and urges immediate attention to secure favorable terms. It highlights the advantage of quick action and the certainty of advantageous pricing.

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