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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1903

Page

2

Factory elevator law enforcement gaps prompt inspector action

Factory Inspector McAbee told the attorney general that current staffing hinders enforcing the rule banning anyone under eighteen from operating elevators. An Union editorial claimed widespread violations and urged an attorney general to prosecute offenders, while McAbee sought more assistants and labor support to uphold the law.

McAbes Union of Union Labor Organizations Department of Inspection McAbee Department of Insays Corer Ee McAbee Bureau MccAbee

Loop The Loop Casualty At Cyclorama Building

William Zimmerman lies in critical condition at St. Vincent's Hospital after a failed attempt at the loop in the Cyclorama building. Police, led by Super Taffe, say the act was reckless and the fault rests with the offender. hospital officials said his chances of recovery remain uncertain.

William Zimmerman St. Vincent's Hospital Super- Taffe Young Winter Zim

Counties Delinquent as Indiana State Settlement Nears

Marion County remains delinquent though Benton La Porte Vigo and La entity counties expect to settle with the state auditor in coming days. A total of 16 001.78 was paid by Jackson County yesterday. La Porte and Benton have arrived at the auditor's office but not yet turned up. La county delays due to workload before settlement.

Jackson County State Marion Benton LaBeott Vigo Laporte State Auditor la County

Camp Reece Awards Cash Prizes at Closing Event

General Mitchell presided as cash prizes and trophies were presented to winning teams and the Fifty sixth Iowa Regiment Band at Camp Reece. Private W B Shafford of Joliet Illinois received a loving cup for duty. The Fifty-sixth Iowa Regiment Band stood as the sole band entrant in the competition, with awards announced at 2 pm before Forester observers in Quackenbush Square.

W. B. Shafford Joliet Ill Camp Reece Iowa Regiment Quackenbush Square Mitchell

Camp Reece closes as Mitchell relinquishes command

Judges totals show Cameron Beisenherz Ostendorf with 210 235 and 667 total, average 2221 3. During the day nearly all teams left Camp Reece for home and at 11 a.m. today the camp colors will be lowered as General Mitchell relinquishes command and hands over property to Quartermaster P T Anderson.

Joseph B. Cameron Wey Beisenherz Louis R. Ostendorf Camp Reece Mitchell P. T. Anderson

Presentation to Commander Mitchell at Camp Reece

Yesterday at Camp Reece a staff gathering surprised General Mitchell in his tent. Colonel Steen presented him with solid silver knives and spoons as a token of esteem, praising his leadership and the staff’s loyalty to the Woodmen organization.

Reece Camp Mitchell Washington Street Wilson General Mitchell J. N. Steen Steen St. Paul

Soldiers at Camp Reece honor duty amid inspections and awards

General Mitchell lauded W B Spafford for remaining on guard two hours past relief, praising such duty as Army strength. Foresters gathered as Colonel Ringer explained daily quarter inspections, with four assistants visiting camp sectors. Trophy results crowned Kent, Posey, Charter Oak, Omaha, and Harrisburg units, with Bosworth returning to salute the troops. Prize money and a band contest followed, eight bands originally entered though only Fifty sixth Iowa on Band from Fort Dodge competed. judges included Cameron Beissenherz Ostendorf.

Reece Mitchell W. B. Spafford Joliet Iil Strawn Spafford Ringer Kent S. J. de Long Posey Camp A Miller Charter Oak C. W. Fletcher Omaha H. C. Martens Harrisburg Charles Remy Lewis A. Coleman Joseph B. Cameron H. D. Beissenherz Louis R. Ostendorf Indianapolis Iowa Indiana Fort Dodge Shewton

Gift of intrinsic value expressed as regard

A token conveying appreciation and esteem, framed as a personal gift. The note emphasizes heartfelt value beyond material worth, highlighting the expression of regard from one party to another.

Federal Prisoners Leave for Fort Leavenworth Transport

Fifteen federal prisoners moved from the jail to Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, aboard a Big Four train bound for St. Louis. Led by Alonzo Boyd and accompanied by two deputy marshals and six guards, the convoy departed at 3 15 p m, delayed by Mississippi floods. Prisoners included William Shrader, George Councilman, William Roeder, and others convicted mostly for postal law violations and several counterfeiters.

Fort Leavenworth Kan St. Louis Mississippi Alonzo Boyd Thomas E. Martin Charles E. la Selle Eli Stansbury James McNulty Edward Bray Mark Robbins William Shrader George Councilman William Roeder David Murphy John Gibson Frank Slossen George Hammond J. W. Wilson Harry Foster John Powell Horace Jackson D. C. Irish Robert Warren Isaac Williams Harry Jarrell

Labor Feud Sparks Grand Jury Action at Drop Forge

Three union and three nonunion men clashed near the Indianapolis Drop Forge Plant. Lewis Beyers, a nonunion worker, faced grand jury after allegedly attempting to shoot union machinist James Anderson. Beyers brothers and others were charged with assault and battery as the dispute rooted in a yearlong strike and ongoing factory feuding.

Union Drop Forge Plant Lewis Beyers Indianapolis James Anderson Whalton John Fred Beyers William Veach Fred Kettlewell Anderson Veach Kettlewell Beyers Drop Forge Beyers Brothers Toosen Fred Carter

Indeterminate Sentence Law Upheld in Indiana Appeal

Assistant Attorney General Geake prepared a brief upholding the constitutionality of the indeterminate sentence law after Charles Terry an Indiana Reformatory prisoner challenged it. Terry argued the word may meant must, but the board of managers determined he violated rules and the court held managers judge the observance.

Charles Terry Indiana Reformatory Terry

Aged newspaper man Joseph Lomax injured in Richmond

Joseph Lomax aged ninety three, a veteran newspaper man, of 1810 North Meridian street, was injured in Richmond Indiana when he fell from an interurban car. He was brought home yesterday and attended by Dr B L Kahn. Lomax suffered bruises to arm and shoulder but is expected to recover despite advanced age. he remains interested in newspaper work and was on a business mission to Richmond.

Joseph Lomax North Meridian Street Richmond Ind B. L. Kahn Lomax

Strike attempt at E C Atkins Company workers repelled

Henry C Atkins said yesterday that someone tried to spur a strike among Atkins Company employees but failed. The men refused to strike, and recent pay increases were cited as the reason some considered quitting.

Henry C. Atkins E. C. Atkins Company

Trains Run Regular Schedule Through St Louis Union Station

Water receded and all Big Four passenger trains are on regular schedule at St Louis Union Station. Announcement by A G P A H M Bronson dated June 18 1903. Feed your horse Janes Dustless Oats.

St. Louis Union Station Janes Union Station Louis Japaa H. M. Bronson

Summer Train Schedule From Indianapolis To Boston Detailed

June 25 to 27 travel options depart Indianapolis at 8:00 a m 2 55 p m and 6 25 p m Boston arrival times 10 00 a m 4 55 p m and next day schedules vary by route via direct lines and New York via rail connections plus Sound steamers and Buffalo connections. Stops include Falls New York Washington Baltimore and Philadelphia with daylight Hudson River ride and stopovers. For full particulars visit Big Four office at 11 Washington Street.

Indianapolis Boston New York Buffalo Cleveland Falls Hudson River Washington Baltimore Philadelphia Big Four Washington Street H. M. Bronson

Reduced Fares For Boston Via Pennsylvania Lines

Tickets on sale June 235, 26, 27, July 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 with return options to Boston. Stopovers allowed in New York Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington. Inquire at ticket agents 48 West Washington street and Union Station for details.

Boston Mass Pennsylvania New York Philadelphia Baltimore Washington West Washington Street Union Station R. P. Algeo

NORTH MICHIGAN SUMMER RESORTS AD TICKET OFFERS

Train promos announce Northland Limited service from Indianapolis via Richmond and the Fishing Line with three sleeping cars starting June 21. Pennsylvania Lines offers Boston and return options with stopovers and limited returns, plus Louisville and return on Sunday June 21. Details via agents include dates June 25 26 27 and Aug 1 final return. stops listed at Chautauqua Lake Cambridge Springs Washington and more.

Northland Limited Indianapolis Richmond G. R. & L Railway W. W. Richardson M. Falls Chautauqua Lake Cambridge Springs R. P. Algeo Lake Erie & Western R. R Michigan City Decatur

Excursions From Indianapolis by Big Four and More

Lake Erie and Western R R and Big Four routes offer June 20 21 trips from Indianapolis with prices from 1.00 to 2.00. Special trains depart 7 a.m. 7:20 a.m. for Cincinnati Decatur Lafayette Terre Haute and more. Call A H Sellers D P A 28 South Illinois for berths and details.

Indianapolis A. H. Sellers South Illinois Street Indianapolis Union Station Central Union Station Cincinnati Perre Haute Greencastle Terre Haute Lafayette

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