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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1902
Page
7
The article reports that wage scale details are the main topic of debate among Indiana miners as officials discuss labor terms. It notes that the commissioners’ power to limit bids on county printing may face judicial scrutiny. Court action could determine bid restrictions' legality.
Terre Haute officials announce 1000 votes for Terre Haute street railway strikers as Indiana miners push wage scale plans. George W. Purcell re elected to national executive board amid labor unity. Delegates name state executive officers and discuss defeat of recent shooters bill and ongoing inquiry into the Legislature loss.
In Des Moines Iowa the conference of the joint scale committee of miners and mine operators has adjourned after three days without concessions. Operators refused to alter last year’s scale and miners stood firm on their debor. The meeting has been called off with no agreement reached.
In Noblesville Indiana on February 25 the Mohler murder trial moved toward closing with defense evidence finished. The case may not go to argument until Monday. Boone County citizens testified to Mohler's good character and Mohler and Frank Innis gave contrasting accounts of the scuffle and gun use during the fight.
In Terre Haute Indiana on February 23 the County Commissioners rejected the lowest bid from an Indianapolis printing firm for county printing and stationery for a third time. The Indianapolis firm plans to challenge the action in court while alleging improprieties and seeking an injunction. They accuse commissioners of favoring Terre Haute bidders and of restricting bids to local firms without contract authority.
Kingan & Co of Indianapolis sues M. D. Kaufman of Fairmount and A. F. Norton of Marion to test a state law requiring five days notice before completing a stock sale to inform the debtor of the seller. The suit claims Norton owes Kingan the amount due from M. D. Kaufman for the stock purchased.
Miss Louise Aiken of North Eighth street laughed at a German comedian, felt a sharp pain, believed it would end, but the pain persisted. Doctors found her diaphragm slightly torn, she remained bedbound on one side, now slowly recovering.
Bedford obituary reports John Zahn aged seventy four, longtime city figure. He helped build the Louisville New Albany Gaiem line and Monon rail project. Zahn served thirty six years as superintendent of bridges between Louisville and City, arriving in New Albany eighteen months after relocation.
A compilation of brief notices reports the deaths and survivals of several Indiana residents. Mrs Albert Lawrence of Jeffersonville dies after brief illness. John Sims of Moore’s Hill passes from heart failure. Isaac Hollingsworth, a Howard county pioneer, found dead at eighty three. Peter Fischer, longtime Crawfordsville resident from Alsace, died at seventy nine with widow and seven children. Melvina Johnson, Erie neighborhood pioneer, dies at over eighty in Ledford.
In Elkhart Indiana Nicholas Dettling a hardware firm partner faces a 5000 breach of promise suit filed by Elizabeth Dice. Plaintiff says engagement began in 18 and July Fourth wedding plans were set in 191 once more the defendant failed to fulfill the agreement. In Elwood Indiana Joseph and Francis Starkey sue to set aside their brother William H Starkey’s will claiming he was of unsound mind at the time of the will and that 15000 estate favors Alonzo Starkey.
Bertha Barnes of Kokomo Indiana filed a 5000 damage suit against her cousin Effie Vernon wife of Elijah Vernon alleging alienation of her husband William Barnes affection. She also seeks divorce from her husband with zero alimony. Mrs Vernon is described as several years older than Barnes.
Purdue reports a near tragedy when a hazing plan to seize a freshman failed after a shot was fired. Tau Beta Pi awarded second degrees to candidates. Purdue prepares to receive a historic stationary engine from Lackawanna Iron and Steel. M. C. A. election set for March 5 with lecture series on Paul. Memorial service honors H. W. Cook, basketball player. Officials plan a funeral at Sellersburg. Faculty and students prepared for an inspection trip to Chicago in three weeks. Meanwhile Moore’s Hill class of 198 delivered orations as freshmen face new requirement for public speaking.
Mencie brick masons plan to switch to an eight hour day from nine, keeping 3 cents per hour, reducing weekly earnings by $3, as new wage talks unfold for the coming season. National officers plan to organize window glass workers nationwide, seeking a 70 cent weekly wage increase, aligning with Knights of Labor.
Charles Hutchinson of Argos and John Foley of Plymouth are under arrest in Michigan City after checks incident. Authorities reported the duo were taken into custody following the investigation, with details pending further action.
Hutchinson, a farm hand, came to town Wednesday and fell in with bad company losing $8. On Thursday he met Foley, an ex convict released from state prison recently after two years for passing counterfeit money. They attempted to cash several checks but were detected.
Hartford City faces a bond dispute after the City School Board refused to pay street improvement bonds for pavements around schoolhouses. City Treasurer Huffman demands payment, but the board cites an Appellate Court decision limiting school boards from funding street improvements. The city may cover the amount from the general fund due to its bond guarantee.
Berkley Frazer, fourteen, son of Rev W J Frazer of the First Presbyterian Church, tested positive for smallpox after eruptions appeared on Thursday. The family domestic had a light, undiagnosed case and has recovered. Berkley was the only unvaccinated family member.
PERU Ind Feb 3 Ora Enyart clerk of Superintendent Deniston L E W once Washington House telegraph operator is finishing manuscripts for biographies of all congressmen from the first to the present session The government will publish the book next fall MATTOON IL Feb 28 this city puzzled by an epidemic called pink eye in schools over 30 cases The ailment mirrors sore eyes but is not dangerous PORTLAND Ind Feb 3 an oil well on Studebaker farm near Hern drilled and flowed 1 7 barrels in first twelve hours filling seven 20 barrel tanks between 7 pm yesterday and 7 am this morning
PORTLAND Indiana February 2 The large barn on the Robert Scott land in Noble township burned last night with building and contents total loss Horses were released in time to save them Insurance status unknown MUNCIE Indiana February 29 C H Buckley fell while carrying a lit lamp on stairs The lamp exploded starting a fire that destroyed the house Loss 80 fully insured KOKOMO Indiana February 24 Mayor Armstrong received a telegram from a Carnegie representative
The excerpt notes that Mr. Carnegie provided fifty dollars to the city of Kokomo for a public library, with blanks filled and funds now in the city’s control. Officials will move to erect the building and arrange library maintenance promptly.
A Journal story on city street sweeping surfaces spurred officials to vow a full inquiry. Board chief Samuel Stoddard, Mayor Bookwalter, and others said they will compare current figures with this year’s estimates and seek city attorney help. Contractors Furnas Fuehring and Stuckmeyer pledged to settle any rightful payments, while Furnas accused the city engineer of lowering estimates to save money.
William N Harding and Er Adams plus Edward Goodrich of Shelbyville were to appear before the Board of Works to sign a street-use contract. The meeting hour passed with no turnout as President Adams did not arrive, leaving awaiting members restless.
The Board of Public Works approved a trial street pavement using bituminous macadam made from gravel sand stone and tar. Southeast avenue from State Avenue to Rural Street will be paved at about $1.00 per square yard, roughly half the cost of asphalt.
An extraordinary Panama Canal Company shareholders meeting in Paris reports Colombia's consul general forbidding transfer of the concession without Colombia's consent. The board's stance delays any agreement with the United States, stirring sharp remarks about American conduct and signaling possible French backing while awaiting Colombia-US talks. The report notes pending arbitration and a renewed offer open until March 4, 1903.
A long, dense listing from Marion County shows assets and liabilities of local banks, including reserves of gold and silver, U.S. bonds, loans, check items, and deposits. Notary attestations certify accuracy by W. F. Churchman and Oscar F. Frenzel, with multiple figures on capital, profits, and circulation.
Columbia State comments on the Tillman McLaurin dispute in the U S Senate, noting Tillman’s tiger like retort to being called a liar and McLaurin’s denouncement of attacks as a lie. The piece urges resignations and a public vote on their fitness to serve.
Admiral Walker cited Parke’s cablegram on the Panama Canal Company’s decision not to press negotiations for selling the canal to the United States. Colombia’s government supports a transfer under conditions amid Articles 21 and 22 of the concession, while preparing terms with the United States.
Lord Rosebery renews warning that there is no real profit or marriage in furtive attempts to handle the Irish question. He cautions against half measures and urges clear policy to avoid perilous consequences. The Hartford Courant reports his remarks as a cautious, historical perspective on Ireland tensions.
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