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The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1902

Page

7

Logansport Traction Starts Interurban Service Amid Cheers

Special to the Indianapolis Journal Loganport Ind June 27 The Logansport Northern Traction Company began operation with a test run of its Gret car amid cheering crowds. Joseph T McNary led the maiden voyage and the line expands four miles in the city with new tracks on Miami Michigan and Eel River avenues. The plan includes a universal transfer system proposed with Boyd interests, who oppose it.

Indianapolis Journal Logansport Ind Welock Logansport, & Northern Traction Company McCulloch Joseph T. McNary Patth Twenty-fifth Street Miami Michian Eel River McNary Boyd Wabash Fort Wayne &Southwest Traction Company Nelson Wayne R. WD. Smith Marion Huntington Coun Coun Union Traction My Indiana

Revolt in the Second Congress Climbs to Open Discord

Washington Indiana June 2. Democratic discord in the Second congressional district has developed into open revolt across several counties. Critics say Representative Miers faces a sorry mess as rival campaigns erupt. Riddle, Miers chief backer, cannot support him, fueling consternation in counties and undermining Miers by accusing him of despicable methods. Monroe and Greene counties show deep splits over joint senator plans, with Louden and Davis polarizing local Democrats. Sullivan and Owen counties also turn critical, threatening Miers’ renomination and potential defeat.

Indianapolis Journal Washington Ind Miers Riddle Mierg Congress R. East Lamington Davis Wellman Cyrus E Monroe Brown Bloomington Davis Louden Tspe County University City Greene County Formiers Greene Sullivan County Sullivan Times Hae Sert Owen

Swain to Leave Manila for New Roles and Moves

Dr. Swain plans to depart for Swarthmore around Sept. 10 to begin active duties. He will attend the National Teachers’ Association meeting in Minneapolis next week, then return to Blooming to oversee contracts and administration. Dr. Bryan remains in place and a new president’s home on campus will be ready for occupancy.

Indianapolis Mington Ind Swain Swarthmore Philadel Mary Er Miss Eetesy Minneapolis National Teachers’ Association E. B. Bryan

Atkinson to Return to Bloomington as Associate Professor

The report notes that Atkinson will return to Bloomington in September to take up an associate professorship in lagogy. After two years in Manila he requests relief from duty, saying the work here suits him better though his illness report surprised Dr. Swain.

Jury Given Case in Ertel Murder Trial

The James W. Ertel murder case in Portland Ind was sent to the jury at 1 20 pm with no verdict by 8 pm nightly. Defense and state argued late into the day as Ertel, often with a grandchild on his knee, listened intently.

Indianapolis Journal Portland Ind James W. Ertel Ertel John F. la Follette Richard H. Hartford Smith Marion Trowbridge Marshall Williams Dentler A. E. Steele G. W. Petersen William Paulus

Indiana Democrats Gather at Taggart Call in French Lick

Two thirds of leading Indiana Democratic editors and several politicians gather at French Lick for Indiana Democratic Editorial Association meetings hosted by ex Mayor Taggart. Ex Governor Stone of Missouri urges adherence to the national platform Kansas City, while Indiana Democrats debate alignment and potential support for Hill for national chairman.

Indianapolis Journal French Lick Ind Taggart Indiana Democratic Editorial Association New York Tilden Club J. O. Behymer Tipton Association Stone Missouri Indiana Kansas City Taggert Hill O'Brien Reilley Fanning Indianapolia France Huntington Fleming Fort Wayne Martin

Died From Wound In Storm At Greenfield

Andrew Van Buren Sample died in his Greenfield home at o oclock this morning from injuries after a flying timber during Wednesday storm struck him. The death toll reflects the dangers of the severe weather. Funeral arrangements awaited further details as authorities investigated the incident.

Indianapolis Journal Greenfield Ind Andrew van Buren Sample

Funeral tragedy as rafter from tornado hits Sample

Mr. Sample, attending Mrs. Polly Earle’s funeral, was struck by a flying rafter that pierced four walls and struck him in the hip. He died Sunday morning, second tornado victim in Hancock county. Born April 25, 1836, he owned the family farm and held multiple public roles. He leaves a widow, one daughter, six sons. Funeral at his home Sunday at 2 PM under Masonic rites.

Sample Polly Earle Mr. Sample Earle Hancock County Jackson Township Farmers’ County Mutual Insurance Company Masonic Lodge Methodist Church Knights Templar

Lightning strikes forager Curtis Mitchell in Indiana field

In Bloomington on June 27 Curtis Mitchell, a well known forager, was struck by lightning while plowing an open field. The bolt killed two horses and traveled up the plow beam through Mitchell’s arm and leg into the ground. He was unconscious overnight but is expected to recover. A blue trail marked the bolt’s path on his body and a ground hole where his foot landed.

Indianapolis Journal Bloomington Ind Curtis Mitchell Mitchell

Bedford youth shoots aunt over money demand

Indianapolis Journal report from Bedford Indiana dated June 27 states 18 year old Benjamin Pierce shot his 75 year old aunt, Mrs Perryman Pierce, after threats to obtain her money. he was captured by Sheriff Frank Smith in Fayetteville twelve miles from Bedford and jailed. Meanwhile in Muncie George Morin a Detroit native and brother of Dr John Morin attempted suicide by morphine after marital discord. his recovery is uncertain.

Indianapolis Journal Bedford Ind Frank Smith Fayetteville Benjamin Pierce Perryman Pierce Young Pierce Muncie George Morin Detroit John Morin John Douglass Morin Michigan Modoc

Eminent speakers slated for Earlham Bible Institute

Richmond Indiana June 27 The Friends Bible Institute at Earlham College will run July 30 to August 7 under oversee of Indiana Western and Wilmington yearly meetings. Rev Albert J Brown of Indianapolis will open with an annual address June 3. Participants include Jonathan B Wright Cyrus Hodgin Robert Kelly Elbert Russell Elwood Ellis Rufus M Jones and other church leaders. International Christian Endeavor convention follows with delegates from many states and Canada and Mexico. Session dates August 5 and 10.

Indianapolis Journal Richmond Ind Friends’ Bible Institute Earlham College Indiana, Western Wilmington Albert J. Brown Indianapolis Jonathan B. Wright Robert Kelly Cyrus Hodgin Peter W. Raidabaugh Plainfield Ira C. Price The Ay of Chicago Elbert Russell University of Chicago Elwood O. Ellis City Rufus M. Jones Philadelphia American Friend J. F. Carson Central Presbyterian Church Brooklyn Bible Institute International Christian Endeavor Societies of the Friends’ Church Union Canada Mexico

Attorneys Accused of Collusion in Divorce Case

In Goshen Indiana Judge J D Ferrall revealed collusion between Walter S Osler s wife s attorneys George Bradshaw and Edward Zigler during Osler s June divorce from Rosanna Osler He aided by a 35 note for fees and an unpaid 1 weekly child support The judge ordered disbarment proceedings and noted practice of barring prosecutors when no defense attorney is retained

Indianapolis Journal Goshen Ind J. D. Ferrall Elkhart Walter S. Osler Rosanna Osler Osler George Bradshaw South Bend Edward Zigler Ferrall Bar Association

Glad VV Is Over Montpelier Midsummer Carnival

Montpelier Indiana closd its midsummer carnival with merchants pleased the affair ended. About two hundred visitors arrived from Kokomo as pickpockets operated. James King and A R Felt were victims of thefts. Charles Chandlers house was robbed in daylight and the depot break in Friday night added to the week’s incidents. The committee reported the attractions were suitable and the outfit planned to travel to Blowd for the next fair.

Indianapolis Journal Montpelier Ind Kokomo James King John Mack Jnil Charles Chandler A. R. Felt Lake Erie & Western Blwood

Elephant on Monon Train Sparks Alarm Near Bloomington

One Gentry Show Company baby elephant being transported by express to a Minnesota show caused a Chicago Monon line train to stop after the bell rope was pulled. Conductor and crew investigated the telegraphed alarm as the tarred crate and animal remained secured, with no clear cause found.

Indianapolis Journal Bloomington Incd Gentry Show Company Chicago Express Monon Minnesota Greencastle

Baby Elephant Tries to Ring Bell Amid Crate Trap

Investigation reveals a baby elephantCorrr trunk through a crate reached for a bell cord as the engineer and fireman debated the ringing claim. The scene prompted further inquiry into the incident and the creature's actions.

Greensburg Thieves Back off After Reward Offered

Greensburg Indiana has faced a year of burglaries with no arrests. After discharging most officers and offering 200 dollars for burglars, no more robberies have been reported and detectives are active in town.

Indianapolis Journal Greensburg Ind

Labor day plans scrapped amid boycotts and unions back interurban trips

In Terre Haute the Central Labor Union cancels Labor Day celebrations due to a streetcar boycott and will instead organize railroad excursions. Separately in Marion the Union Labor Church project is dropped as Trades Council opposes it, fearing factions and potential harm to the union.

Indianapolis Journal Terre Haute Ind Central Labor Union Fair Grounds

Bedford's Alfred Hamm Celebrates 90th Birthday

Alfred C Hamm of Bedford marked his ninetieth birthday, dating his residence in Bedford to 1813 after moving from Madison county Kentucky at age seven. A former Indianapolis carpenter, he was married to Sarah Knight for sixty three years until her death in May of 191. He voted first for General Harrison in 1838 and has supported seventeen Presidents, aligning with Whig and Republican tickets.

Indianapolis Journal Bedford Ind Alfred C. Hamm Reards Hamm Madison County Kentucky Indianapolis Sarah Knight Harrison

Eastern Star boards new endowment plan in Indiana meeting

In Marion Indiana the Eastern Star of Indiana adjourned after electing Royal Grand Patron W P Anderson Lafayette and Royal Grand Matron Nellie Gray Jeffersonville plus officers M A Telster Crawfordsville Rhoda Jones Fort Wayne Sarah Cable Terre Haute Belle Jones Brazil. The group plans an endowment and mutual benefit fund to be discussed again in Jeffersonville. In Terre Haute Captain W H Armstrong of Indianapolis ill with erysipelas affecting face and neck during commencement week. In Ingalls a commercial club formed with President W W Manifold Vice President Calvin Cranfill Secretary J M Littler and Treasurer William Randall to attract industries and boost local business.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind Eastern Star of Indiana W. P. Anderson Lafayette Nellie Gray Jeffersonville A. Shoecraft Muncie Susie Burden M. A. Telster Crawfordsville Rhoda Jones Fort Wayne Sarah Cable Terre Haute Belle Jones Brazil Eastern Star W. H. Armstrong Indianapolis Indiana State Normal School H. W. Streeter Ingalls W. W. Manifold Calvin Cranfill J. M. Littler William Randall

Smallpox Breaks Out in Quarantined Greensburg District

Greensburg Indiana reports a new smallpox case within a quarantined area. The City Board of Health met in a special session and ordered radical containment measures. Extra guards will enforce all rules to stamp out the disease.

Indianapolis Journal Greensburg Ind City Board of Health

Janitor Fatally Injured In Window Fall At Iroquois Block

Marion Indiana June 27 John Cutter aged fifty probably fatally injured this afternoon by falling from a window of the third story of the Iroquois block where he was janitor

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind John Cutter

Notable Indiana Railroad Boss Elias Wright Dies in Bedford

Bedford, Ind. Elias Wright, about sixty five, longtime boss carpenter for the Southern Indiana Railroad, died at home after a period of poor health. Wright was well known among railroad men and had not expected death to come so soon.

Bedford Ind Elias Wright Carpenter Southern Indiana Railroad Wright Sullivan James 8B Cass Township Barnett Saucerman Fort Wayne Francis A. Voirol Switzerland Greensburg Frank M. Stevens

Lafayette Groundbreaking for New M M A Building Near Monon Shops

Reports from Lafayette indicate ground will soon break for a brick railroad branch building of the M M A near Monon shops east of the city. Cost estimated between 5000 and 7000 dollars with local fund-raising underway and railway men contributing, plus company support for erection. New Albany Bodies Found Dead In Separate Incidents

Lafayette Monon New Albany Ind William Bunch William H. Parham Bunch Parham Starr James Parham Tipton County Wildcat Township Madison Cicero Marion Chamaen

Local notes from Greensburg and nearby towns

Distinct items report a parsonage change with Rev J F Vornholt arriving to lead the German Reformed Church and Rev J A Hunsicker resigning due to poor health. Other items cover Mrs Dun can's dog attack near Greensburg, Will K Shavelly named receiver in Wabash, and Fort Wayne graduation address by Judge R S Taylor.

J. F. Vornholt Manchester J. A. Hunsicker Greensburg J. M. Duncan Wabash Will K. Shavelly Branega &Mith Snaverly Fort Wayne R.S. Taylor Mississippi River Commission International Business College Masonic Temple Theater Bluffton Prudential Life Insurance Company William Rinkard John Rinkard Michigan City Greenwood Arthur Wishard

Richardson Attacks Republicans Looking Back at 1896 Record

The Democratic House leader from Tennessee rails at the Republicans for unmet pledges and unsettled money issues, cites Cuba and trusts, and contrasts GOP in power with Cleveland’s 1892 return. He warns that neglect could cost them power. Cannon replies argue the Democratic record fell short as well.

Chicago Journal House of Representatives Richardson Tennessee Republican Party Congress Cuba Cannon Democratic Party Cleveland

Banquet Honors First Woman Leader in Writers Group

Miss Minnetta T. Taylor of Greencastle elected president of the Western Association of Writers at a June gathering in Winona Lake Indiana. The banquet closed the convention. toasts honored leaders from Warsaw Greensburg Chicago and Cincinnati as 65 covers were laid. Separate Indy photographers contest winners announced at the Indiana Association of Photographers meeting with C. C. Pike of Indianapolis claiming grand prize and multiple medals across classes.

Indianapolis Journal Winona Lake Ind Minnetta T. Taylor Greencastle Western Association of Writers E. B. Heiney Huntington J. C. Culmer Spencer W. W. Pfirimmer Kentland Winona Hotel L. W. Royse Warsaw Walter Brubaker May Worthin Dunn Greensburg Mark L. de Motte Valparaiso White Chicago J. ©. Graves F. F. Oldham Cincinnati W. W. Pfrimmer A. Karn Fort Wayne T. E. Nicholson Indianapolis Benjamin Indiana Association of Photographers C. C. Pike H. Lieber Company W. B. Hardy Frankfort Nichols & Sons Crawfordsville Indiana Young & Carl Knaffel & Brother H. E. Koch Laporte W. J. Pursell W. E. Wilmer Crown Point J. £. Moser Decatur Otto White North Vernon F. «. Benton Oakland City Eee

Greenwood opens new interurban park north of town

Greenwood Indiana June 27 The Green wood interurban line opens a twenty two acre park on Noble homestead half a mile north of town. The park features a maple grove assembly hall seating eight hundred a restaurant and hundreds of electric lights. Preparations are under way for July 4 excursions from Indianapolis Franklin and Greenwood to attract a great crowd.

Indianapolis Journal Greenwood Ind Greenwood Interurban Line Indianapolis Franklin

Milne Warns Nicaragua Route Endangers Canal Project

Philadelphia Press cites John Milne, leading seismologist, urging expert study before a canal at Nicaragua. Milne, with twenty years on earthquakes, warns against the route amid Pelee and volcanic studies by Hellprin and Walker. Senate votes this week. Morgan supporters push Nicaragua, while warnings mount.

Philadelphia Heilprin Nicaragua John Milne Milne Mr. Milne Japan Hellprin Pelee Nicaragua Canal Senator Morgan Senate House Admiral Walker Canal Commission Panama Morgan

Indiana Music Teachers Conclude Convention in Marion

The Indiana Music Teachers Association wrapped up its session in Marion with a unified larger delegate body, the Musical Mirror adopted as the official journal, and a small levy for its support. Recital by Hugh McGibeny and soprano Miss Lillie Adams highlighted a day of lectures and a Soldiers Home band concert, capped by a grand Indiana concert by the Musik Verein Orchestra under Alexander Ernesti.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind Indiana Music Teachers’ Association Musical Mirror Association Renaldine Smith Indianapolis Hugh McGibeny Edward Elbert Bucchieri Lillie Josephine Adams J. R. Naylor Greencastle Union Traction Company Indiana Musik Verein Orchestra Alexander Ernestino Josephine Bremmerman Edwards

Mayor's Per Diem Costs Spark Pawtucket Debate

Providence Journal notes Pawtucket's per diem costs for four mayors under Fitzgerald strain large taxpayers. It argues compare to riot costs, cites Pittsburg mob burning a freight station and $4 million settlement, condemns lynching and cheap politics, urging caution in Pawtucket governance.

Providence Journal Pawtucket Fitzgerald Pittsburg Pennsylvania Railroad Soa

Island Park Assembly at Fortland Opens July 2

Island Park Rome City Fortland readies a three week assembly from July 2 to August 1 featuring new platform speakers and attractions. Repaired and repainted buildings, lake boats, and cottages uplift the site with extensive expenditures including a planned Sanatorium and other facilities. Special days are set to draw additional crowds and funds to the grounds.

Indianapolis Journal Fortland Ind Beautiful Island Park Rome City Knelp

No Trouble in Cuba Report Describes Quiet Santiago

Santiago Cuba June 27 reports in the United States of agitation among the negro element over pay for the revolutionary army are incorrect. The city and the province of Santiago are absolutely quiet. The press of both sides advocates paying the soldiers but there is little discussion of the matter.

Santiago Cuba United States Bandera Tites

Indianapolis Post Office Letter List Advertised Roster

A June 26 1900 style notice lists names of addressed letters remaining at the Indianapolis post office. It warns that unclaimed letters after two weeks will go to the dead letter office and instructs how addressees can claim by presenting written requests and proper address details.

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