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The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1901

Page

2

Army and Navy Promotions Reported in Washington

Washington dispatch details promotions across Army Navy and revenue cutter service with officers named for ranks from captain to major general and lists several appointments and resignations affecting national committees and military leadership. The financial figures show total receipts exceeding expenditures by 11 451 000 with specific department allocations and military payroll movements noted.

R Department Navy Benate Charles A William R. Shafter United Army Aaron Daggett United States Army and Revenue Cutter Service

Naval and Post Bills Highlight Yesterday’s Conference

Pettigrew introduces a resolution directing the committee on military affairs to investigate charges against Lt. Col. Helat and others alleged to control hemp interests. The House Navy affairs committee reported favorably a bill for promotions to war service officers, with a death toll and medal mentioned. The movement to close the exposition gates is credited to Rev. Dr. Hathae r and the American Union secretary.

Naval and Post Pettigrew Coronel Helat Tle J. W. Hathaeer Americanth Union New York Teller Representative Grout Hous Committee On Naval Aft Aira Erday

Weather Outlook for Saturday and Sunday in Midwest

March 1 forecast details for Minnesota, Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan show generally fair conditions with localized rain along the Ohio River and light snow flurries in the northeast lakes region. Winds shift from west to northwest with higher speeds on the lakes, warmer temperatures expected Sunday with continued cloud cover and a mix of rain and flurries. Local forecast official Wap­penmans notes variable temps and precipitation, with a focus on lake effect conditions and wind directions.

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February Meteorological Summary for Indianapolis and Vicinity

A historical February weather digest shows lowest atmospheric pressure on the 12th at 29.14 inches, with daily fluctuations noted. Mean monthly temperatures across several years hover around the upper 30s to 40s, while precipitation totals remain modest. Wind data indicate predominantly west winds, with several days marking measurable totals, and the period records a mix of clear and partly cloudy days.

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Cured by Bromo Quinine Claims Tragic Remedy

A brief clipping states that bandana banazve Bromo-Quinine removes the cause. The fragmentary text hints at a claim of cure through a drug, but no verifiable details or outcomes are provided.

Navy reshuffles and Far East dispatches reported

Rear Admiral Cromwell named to command the South Atlantic station succeeding Rear Admiral Schley. Reed to command Portsmouth Navy Yard. Schley to return home in spring. Commander Tilley reports Abarends repaired at Auckland docks and to Tutuila in about ten days with health excellent. Memphis leaders invite President to United Confederate Veterans meeting on May 3 in Memphis. President regrets schedule conflicts. F. W. Wade resigns as director of posts in the Philippines. Cotterman to become director general. Valle to San Francisco for railway service role.

China Cromwell Portsmouth Navy Yard Admiral Schley South Atlantic Reed Portsmouth Yard Schley Navy Department B. F. Tilley Tutulla Auckland Cry Tutuila Memphis Bate Carmack White House United Confederate Veterans Land F. W. Wade Poate Philippines Department Valle Washington C. M. Cotterman Mr. Valle San Francisco

Karpovich Fires at Minister in Petersburg Education Clash

In St Petersburg, Karpovich shot at and wounded Minister Bogolleport during a reception at Nogotieport, then attempted to escape. He was subdued as the minister’s neck wound proved not fatal and authorities questioned him about motives. The incident follows Karpovich’s expulsions from Dorpat and Moscow Universities amid student unrest.

Petersburg Moreh Peter Karepovich Inter of Public Instruction Nogotieport Moncow University Inter Dorpat Unif Pretty Jeanon Heorlin University Awe Karpovich Dorpat University M. Bowtlepoint Katepovich Chereni N.V. Mouravieff Lot M. Bogoliepof Rudwin

Two Widows Claim It In Probate Case Louisville

In Louisville on March 1 two women claim Henry N Williams estate as his lawful wife. The will from 188% names his wife Fannie A Williams who offers the will for probate. Margaret Williams protests, citing a New York marriage and Chicago divorce. Estate valued at 15000 with life insurance of 3000 in Margaret Williams.

Louisville Henry N. Williams Fannie A. Williams Margaret Williame Williatma Margaret Willams Williame New York Louisvide Chicago Fannie Williams Heston Margaret Williams

Shot Father and Mother Near Orlando

Dell Johnson, living with his parents nine miles west of Orlando, shot both parents last night with a Winchester, killing them instantly. The father was shot at the bedside as he prepared to retire, the mother at the door. The killer, an unmarried 26 year old man, was taken into custody today. He had been adjudged insane previously but was thought cured.

Orlando Dell Johnson

Still After De Wet Debates Armies Budget Details

The article reviews early four month forces in South Africa, costs for transport home troops, and war gratuities. It notes 40000 men above normal establishment, figures for permanent additions and garrison battalions, plus temporary increases for rearmament and stores. It cites opposition to a 30 million pound army budget and hints at reforms and auxiliary force improvements.

South Africa China Garrizon Mediterranean Yeomanry

Ray's Case Falls Flat in New Trial Bid in Marion County

Special to the Indianapolis Journal Shelbyville Ind March 1 The state blocked George M Ray a new trial motion this afternoon as courtroom crowds pressed in. Defense offered juror Mahley affidavit claiming misrepresentation influenced verdict. Judge Kirkpatrick ruled it inadmissible and prosecutors read counter affidavits from twenty witnesses attesting juror Linville’s good reputation and other jurors’ limited involvement while noting prior remarks about the Tay trial. Defense granted until tomorrow at 1 PM to file additional affidavits supporting their clients character.

Indianapolis Journal Shelbyville Ind George M. Ray Attorney Wray Henry Mahley Mahley Ray Ditta Ferris Mabley Eus Preme Court Kirkpatrick Blair Linville Jacob A. Steters Tay Verria Fred Howe Sone Sonelaslaw George JL. Dluffnen John Nigh Strong Tfloffman Paty Carson Morris Dike Hay May Hal Joy Embry Manuel George Ey Bol bin Papinnon Ditas John T. Peak Lee Shrout W. T. Shrout Democrat George May Cvll James I. Harris Peak

Deaths in Illinois and Indiana ignite manhunts

Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Danville Illinois reports William Gerrard killed himself with a throat cut rather than be arrested after stealing thirty six chickens stored in a coal shed. In Marion Indiana William Jones was stabbed to death at McCarty's saloon by Wl Mitchell after a dispute over a colored woman. Mitchell fled, authorities statewide search for him follows. Mitchell is said to have recently arrived from Bedford.

Indianapolis Journal Danville Maroh William Gerrard Indianapolia Journal Marion Ind William Jones Wl Mitchell McCarty Railroad Avenue Mitchell Jones Bedford

Fire destroys row of old buildings in Marion Indiana

Fire at Fifth and Adams streets in Marion destroys a row of old frame buildings owned by Robert Spencer of Spencer Hogin Co. Loss estimated over 1000 dollars with no insurance. Spencer planned a spring modern office on the site, while small shops suffer minor losses. Nearby at Wheatland seven miles west, Weaver and Weaver general store and Joseph Wampler’s shop burn. total loss about 250 dollars. Insurance 300 dollars on Wampler’s grocery. Origin of the fire unknown.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind Fifth and Adams Streets Robert Spencer Spencer & Hogin Company Spencer Washington Wheatland Weaver & Weaver Joseph Wampler Frank

Gas rate dispute moves in Winchester court

A venue change from Muncie brings a case to the Circuit Court before Judge Marsh. The city seeks to block the Muncie Natural Gas Company from charging 10 cents per thousand cubic feet, arguing it exceeds the ordinance rate based on wood coal and other fuels. Witnesses testified on heating costs as the trial proceeds.

Indianapolis Journal Winchester Ind A. QO. Marsh Muncie Muncie Natural Gas Company R. HH. Robertson Purdue University

Unusual case of embedded objects in Elwood woman arm

A nineteen year old woman in Elwood Indiana presented with needles pins a hairpin and a comb tooth emerging from her arm between the elbow and shoulder over several days. Doctors removed multiple objects and, despite examination, the origin remains unexplained. Parents speculate possible childhood swallowing but passage to the arm is unclear.

Indianapolis Journal Elwood Ind John Turner Miss Turner Drs Newcomer & Dick Mixa Turner

Brill Case Confused by Grand Jury Indictments

In LaPorte Indiana March the grand jury failed to indict Joseph W. Brill of Cleveland for attempted murder of Attorney Ki. K. Weir. Judge Wehrt discharged Bell then had him arrested on a warrant by Mayor Lemuel Darrow after an affidavit by Mare pan V Weir father alleging assault and battery with intent to commit felony. Bribery charges denied. state probes them. Brill re-arrested but bail rejected. preliminary hearing pending.

Indianapolis Laporte Lod Hon Joseph W. Brill Cleveland Ki. K. Weir Twehtor Bell Lemuel Darrow Marepan Welr Alle Chicago Arana Hreeny

Train collision injures two aboard near Michaels

Early March morning at 4 o clock the Clover Leaf freight train rear collided with the first section near Michaels three miles west of the city. Engineer Kafue Jouman and Fireman Geo J. Harper of the second engine were seriously injured and admitted to Marian Hospital with poor prospects for recovery. Traffic was delayed for several hours.

Indianapolis Journal Mation Tod Michaels Kafue Jouman Geo. J. Harper Marian Hospital Trafic

Resignation from Greenfield School Superintendent Sparks Board Debate

In Greenfield Indiana on March 1 two Democratic school board members told Prof A J Reynolds that he would not be rehired for next year. Reynolds resigned effective immediately after declining further service. Separate report from Connersville states a nameless tramp entered Indiana Furniture dryhouse, fell into boiling water, and suffered severe scalding with flesh blistered.

Indianapolis Journal Greenfield Ind A. J. Reynolds Elity Troynolde

Clark County Grand Jury Adjourns With No Indictment

Jeffersonville Ind March 11 It has been announced that the Clark county grand jury will adjourn next Wednesday and no indictment has been or will be returned against Superintendent Left of the Reformatory though a thorough investigation into its affairs has been conducted by the body.

Indianapolis Journal Jeffersonville Ind Clark County Grand Jury Reformatory

Election in Center township approves railroad subsidy

Marion March 1 election on the Cheinati Richmond and Mune Railroad subsidy of 100000 to build the line through the city passed by a vote of 2702 to defeat the railroad.

Indianapolis Journal Marion Ind Thin Center Cheinati, Richmond & Mune Thie Élty

Portland jeweler Mareh L James M Phillips dies at 28

Portland Indiana death notice for Mareh L James M Phillips a well known young jeweler who died at his home at 1 last night aged twenty eight after a prolonged illness in San Antonio Texas. A brother accompanied the family back and arrived at 2 17 yesterday afternoon allowing him to see his name and mother before death. Marh 1 Morristown grandmother dead Miss Mary E Zike awakens to learn grandmother Mary A Talbert age seventy five widow of Joseph A Talbert died at her home. Kokomo Morris Shuck dies from injuries after a fall skating on ice at Groomsville Tipton county.

Portland Ind Mareh L.james M. Phillips San Antonio Tex Morristown Mary E. Zike W. R. Zike Mra Mary A. Talbert Mra. Talbert Joseph A. Talbert Kokomo Morris Shuck Groomsville Tipton County

Train tragedy and local notices from Indiana towns

Otto Koenig of Fern was fatally cut by a Lake Erie train last night. Free city mail delivery began in Winchester on March 1 with two carriers and a substitute. Elk Hart’s First Presbyterian Church unanimously called Rev. W J Frauler of Brazil. Elizabeth Naughton of Roann sued Wabash Railroad for 10000 over Beeras death at Roann last Oct 1. Wayne County farmers near Hagerstown plan a fox hunt today. Chickasaw Council 141 Daughters of Pocahontas was instituted at Centerville with 34 charter members. Rathbone Sisters temple was instituted at Frankfort with 30 members and Hrillant Temple Ruseloville performed degree work. Chester Temier of Martinsville, 28, was killed by a Big Four train at a dark street crossing with unclear details. Charles Hammond, brother of Prof J M Hammond of New Albany, was killed near Marengo while freight train passed.

Otto Koenig Lake Erie Free City Winchester First Presbyterian Church of Elkhart W. J. Frauler Brazil Elizabeth Naughton Roann Wabash Railroad Wabash Beeras Wayne County Hagerstown Reynard Chickasaw Council Daughters of Pocahontas Centerville Rathbone Sisters Knights of Pythias Frankfort Hrillant Temple Ruseloville Chester Temier Martinsville Charles Hammon J. M. Hammond New Albany Marengo

Peru area foresters elect new officers at meeting

At the Indiana High Court of Foresters meeting in Peru J K Risk of Lafayette was chosen high chief ranger and W Wil son of Logansport secretary. Next gathering set for Fort Wayne. A Peru circuit court jury awarded $10,000 to the heirs of Mrs Walter Wilson in a railroad crossing death suit. Peru bagging mill and woolen mills plan reopenings under new managers.

Indiana High Court of Foresters Peru J. K. Risk Lafayette W. Wilson Logansport Fort Wayne Wabash Railway Company Walter Wilson Lake Erie & Western Indianapolis Milla A. Lehman Louisville Charlies Kraus Peru Woolen Mills Louis Mergentheim Joshua Turner Cleveland

Rebels surrender in Albay as US forces advance

In Albay province twenty one rebel officers and 180 bolomen surrendered to Lt. Deeque of the Forty-seventh US Volunteer Infantry at Irocin. Federalists gain new members in Laguna east of Manila. Conservative party promoters publish an address to Judge Taft, criticizing terms and urging absolute adhesion. Russian painter Vorostchagin sketches war scenes near Manila after visiting MacArthur. Gold mining excitement grows in Lepanto with pockets found but no ledges identified.

Manila Deeque United States Volunteer Infantry Irocin Albay Province Luzon Laguna Taft American Philippine Commission

Visiting commission greets Bahaytin flotilla voyage to Balanga

Amid a sea of pongal and oar powered boats, Nag-decorated bancon vessels carrying village leaders lined the coast of Balanga in Luzon. The commission's launch was greeted with cheers of Vivas as the flotilla moved to the canopied barge bearing officials to the dry land and military headquarters for a public session.

Balanga Bataan Luzon United States Philippine Peninsular Commission Puerto Ricas Comtobelon

Death toll report lists soldiers lost to various causes

Washington dispatch lists multiple U S Army deaths in February and March from dysentery drowning and other causes. It names soldiers Bertie G. Thompson Walter Smith Frederick Ernet Bergweant Locke Castlebucy Jesse C. Coplinger William H H Hartman John Kellick James L Rebbett George S Mediey Joseph M. Spencer Mary W. Starbird and others by unit and date of death or disappearance.

Washington MacArthur Bertie G. Thompson Twenty-fourth Infantry Walter Smith Eighth Infantry Frederick Ernet Forty-third Infantry Clarence L. Anderson Sixteenth Infantry Bergweant Locke Castlebucy

Brother of North Manchester man dies in Philippines

Frank Reeborn of North Manchester, Wabash County, received War Department notice that his brother Elmer died of dysentery in the Philippines on February 12. Born in Whitley County in 1880, he enlisted during the Spanish American War in the One Hundred Fifty Seventh Indiana Regiment, served in Company K Twenty Third Regiment, and went to the Philippines. His body will be brought to North Manchester for burial.

Indianapolis Journal Wabash, Ind Frank Reeborn North Manchester Wabash County War Department Elmer Phillippines Whitley County Indiana Philippines North Manchestr

Return of the Seventh Cavalry Arrives in San Francisco

The transport Meade reached San Francisco from Manila bringing the Seventh Volunteer Cavalry led by Colonel Lockett, marking their return to the United States.

Return of the Seventh Cavalry San Francisco Meade Manila Seventh Volunteer Cavalry Lockett

Bank examiner arrests bookkeeper over 36000 short

Pittsburg March 1 Bank examiner Slack had C H Siedle individual bookkeeper of the Third National Bank arrested today for an alleged shortage in his accounts of 36000. Siedle was released on bail pending a fuller examination of the books.

Pittsburg Slack C. H. Siedle Third National Bank Siedle

Two Perish by Fire at Lincoln Prison Fire

Fire destroyed most of the Lincoln prison main building after starting in the warden’s kitchen. Guards restrained inmates as personnel salvaged records. bedding and clothing were lost. Fire crews fought two streams from the pond but could not save the structure, tents to house convicts pending new quarters. Company F of the Nebraska National Guard aided in efforts.

Lincoln Fire Department Company F Nebraska National Guard

Housing Place for the Congreta Fire Panic Record

The text describes a fire with orderly behavior among prisoners who remained calm as panic rose. It notes perfect discipline and a sense of restraint, with the wall intact and the crowd's response to the emergency.

Fire at Dayton works destroys warehouse and healing room

A March day fire at Dayeton Madeable Iron works destroyed the warehouse and healing room. The building cost about 0,000 with contents valued above £50,000. Watchman Edward Cleeman, colored, perished in the blaze. Origin of the fire reported as an explosion. Insurance carrier listed.

Dayton Mareh leTire Dayeton Madeable Iron Works Edward Cleeman

Disastrous Fires Hit Several Cities Across States

A spate of fires caused extensive damage last night and this morning. In Grand Forks North Dakota the Park River business district burned for hours, losses above 100000 with partial insurance. Philadelphia saw Tittleman Brothers Fagan lose a shirt manufactory, 70000 insured. Baltimore Maryland reports Hirschberg Hollander Co paint and oil works destroyed, losses near 100000 insured. Savannah Georgia plant of Virginia Carolina Chemical Co burned, loss about 115000 insured. Lacon Illinois woolen mills burned with losses ranging from five to ten thousand, insured.

Grand Forks Park River Philadelphia Tittleman Brothers & Fagan Adame Avenue Church Street Baltimore Hirschberg, Hollander & Co Olla Hanover Street Bavannah Virginia-Carolina Chemical Company Phorla Lacon

Obituary notices from Denver to Corvallis prompt deaths

Obituaries report the sudden death of Joseph W Taylor in Denver after a nervous collapse and injection, plus the passing of Richard T Lyon a veteran Cleveland merchant. Alexander Wood the Kiel consul dies of paralysis, Theodore von Hassler of the German Manufacturers League dies, and ex Oregon Supreme Court Justice John Burnett also dies, all announced in early March across multiple cities.

Denver Col Joseph W. Taylor Colorado Mr. Taylor Jacksonville Adlai I. Stevenson United States Cleveland Richard T. Lyon Kiel Berlin Theodore von Hassler Bunder der Industriellen Manufacturers’ League Corvallis Ore John Burnett Supreme Court of Oregon

Ships badly damaged off Worthing and Dover in Atlantic gale

The British steamer Indiana sailing from Venice to London was sighted sinking off Worthing with no signs of life after a suspected collision. The German steamer Washington, en route Rotterdam to New York, was driven ashore at Norfolk in a gale. Indiana beached near Worthing after crew were landed at New Haven. Washington’s bows and frames were damaged. both vessels likely collided.

London Indiana Venice Messina Worthing Washington Rotterdam New York Dover Norfolk New Haven Downs

Vessels Arrive and Depart in Transatlantic Sailings

Shipping news lists sailings and arrivals on March 1 and 2 across ports including Queenstown London Moville Leghorn Havre and New York. Vessels named include Commonwealth Nomadic Menominee Minneapolis Astoria Karamanian and L Aquitaine with routes from Liverpool Glasgow Hamburg and New York.

Liverpool Waesland Philadelphia Nomadic New York London Menominee Minneapolis Moville Astoria Glasgow Leghorn Karamanian Patricia Hamburg Havre

Moser testifies in own defense in Pekin murder trial

Samuel Moser, 33, on trial for killing his wife Hannah Hohulin and three children, testified in Pekin on March 1. He described his marriage in 180 to Hannah and said both were members of the New Amish Church at the time, though he claimed defense ceased his church affiliation.

Pekin Samuel Moser Moser Benedict Moser Hannah Hohulin Goodfield New Amish Church

Labor and Industry Notes on Strikes and Coal Deals

Longshoremen strike at Mare Eciles leaves wharves empty and freight stalled while a Cincinnati meeting between John W Gates representatives and Marmet Coal aims to form a $10,000,000 coal combine with no decisions yet. Nanticoke collieries threaten to strike for a 10 cent daily wage rise, costing seven hundred workers their jobs. Coffee price up half a cent per pound as Woolson Spice Co lifts cost to align with rivals. Morgan deal rumors swirl as Echwab returns to Pittsburgh. A well near Carlsbad NM reveals signs of oil in over a million acres. Lake Shore Railroad conductors seek wage readjustment. company to consider. York PA moves to unify independent telegraph workers under one management with $27,000,000 capitalization. Electric street railways expand to Cardiff, Mannheim, Auckland, signaling a new era in urban transit. Louisville and Falls City woolen mills announce plant closings through March. Anthracite coal deal involving Delaware, Laflin, Lewisville, and Brame firms includes four collieries and three washers for about 1.5 million. Output reaches 169,000 tons with 1700 workers affected. Sir Cavendish Boyle named governor of Newfoundland.

Mare Ecilles Cincinnati John W. Gates Marmet Coal Compan Susquehanna Coal Company Nanticoke Wooleon Spice Company American Ropes Fining Company Echwab Ee Company Pittsburg Morgan Carnegie Company Carlsbad N. M Texas State Lin Lake Shore Railroad Cleveland Lake Shore Lab York Pennsylvania Maryland Virginia West Virginia United States Cardiff Wales Mannheim Germany Auckland of State Washington New York Louteville Woolen Mille Maren Falls City Shute Ting Son Archa

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