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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1903
Page
8
Belgrade reports Prince Peter Karageorgevitch elected King of Servia by unanimous vote of the National Assembly. The government proclaims amnesty for coup participants while the army swears to a not-yet-formed constitution. King Peter accepts with four conditions for Servia’s future.
A speaker describes anti Jewish agitation in New York and praises Jewish police protection during attacks. He recounts a Russian Jewish policeman who aided relatives in Russia and became a respected officer. He notes official Russian actions after Kishineff outrages and pledges continued, creed free American regard and justice for all survivors.
Chicago Methodists adopt resolutions urging President Roosevelt to pursue a plan to restore the holy land to persecuted Jews. The memorial backing the proposal was signed by leading editors, businessmen, financiers, lawyers and preachers from major cities.
Fred Andler eighty years old died at City Hospital from injuries after a commission man beat him during a theft incident. He had jaw injuries re set but delirium tremens followed, causing fatal decline. Neff, the beating party, was summoned to the police station but not arrested as justified in the attack.
David M. Parry, promoter and president, says work will begin on the Indianapolis Southern Railway within a month. Rumor of Monon Company offering $50,000 for the Indianapolis Bouinegas is denied and franchises are not for sale. Parry asserts the line’s roses will be used in a month.
The lingering ambiguity of the constitution and the unresolved matter before King Peter's election provoke widespread dissatisfaction among members of the Skuptschina, fueling disputes within the ranks.
Genova June 15 Prince Peter Kara georgevitch telegraphed his acceptance of the Servian throne to the Russian Austrian and Italian rulers and expressed a wish to work for Servia. King Peter's calm initial reaction gave way to excitement as congratulation arrived. He outlined four conditions for his action and announced his title as Peter the First. He pledged fidelity to Servian traditions and promised fair treatment for state employees. He plans to travel to Belgrade via Vienna Thursday night with Swiss aides, while private detectives monitor his residence and congratulatory calls flood the visitors’ book.
A telegram from Belgrade reports a street fight in Belgrade between partisans of the new King Peter and those backing Milan, the legitimized son of the former king. Milan’s supporters posted a proclamation, torn down by Peter’s backers after the clash.
Scanton Pa June 15 The United Mine Workers special convention for three anthracite districts opened with National President John Mitchell presiding and 64 delegates. The body referred grievances to a resolutions committee and heard talk of endorsing the executive board or striking to enforce district presidents' credentials. A colored delegate protested continued strike talk and urged avoiding trouble as sessions adjourned until morning.
From Seattle on June 28, a Senate Territories subcommittee will not meet there before leaving for Alaska this summer. Beveridge’s office announced plans for a rendezvous in Indianapolis have been changed. the subcommittee will sail.
The Bedford Indiana stone quarry strike by about forty workers delays the new Federal building project. Suppliers William Bradley & Son report no settlement in sight and laborers seeking other jobs. Efforts aim to keep the crew and resume work once material arrives, but the site is about a month behind schedule.
Washington notes on a postal scandal as President Roosevelt and Postmaster General Payne discuss the investigation. A New York ring allegedly promoted corruptly amid Civil Service violations, with about 100 such appointments between 1897 and 1900 across the department. Officials named include Perry Heath allies, with inspectors overhauling records and plans to abolish the post office physician role.
Baltimore witnesses a grand Saengerfest in Armory Hall with President Roosevelt in a decorated box. He lauds German-American contributions from Muhlenberg to civil war loyalties and praises Baltimore’s Garnierenverein for preserving the Union. He urges cultural clubs to foster Jemuthlichkeit and the arts to strengthen American life.
Gladys Ferguson aged under one, born February 22 and weighing one and a half pounds at birth, died yesterday of cholera infantum. Parents reside at 48 River Avenue. child grew to five pounds six ounces before illness.
The Christian Ministers organization adjourns for summer and will reconvene the third Monday in September. H L Rietz, Butler Lane math instructor, accepts a call to the University of Illinois. He is a Cornell and Ohio State graduate. Professor Emmerich of Manual Training High School notes thirty years teaching in Indianapolis with no sickness or absence. State banks report to the auditor on June 8. early returns are satisfactory. A Trip to California lecture by George S Applegate tonight at Central Christian Church, under the Indianapolis Christian Endeavor Union, with music and projected illustrations.
Miss Nellie Honor of the Day Nursery Association resigned yesterday. Mrs. F S Knodle, the president, also resigned and her resignation was read and accepted. Vacancies will be filled at the board meeting next week at 63 Russell Avenue as the association seeks to secure an satisfactory replacement.
A group of boys sleeping in a backyard shanty caused trouble when a lighted candle drew police attention. The youths were placed under arrest but dismissed by Judge Stubbs after the facts were reviewed.
The Methodist Ministers Association designated Sunday, July 5, as a day to inspire better citizenship. Rev Joshua Stansfield urged the resolution. A report against accepting Mrs Worman of Southport’s offer for an old people home was presented by Revs Rawls Edwards and Zaring. The committee will continue inquiry while pursuing an agent to secure subscriptions and boost the conference fund through church member payments.
Charles Collier of No 8 West Michigan street was picked up yesterday by Patrolmen Hoffbauer and Lee on a fostering charge. Described as a desperate man linked to several city hold ups weeks earlier, he matches the wanted description and will be held for identification.
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