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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1902

Page

5

Investment Prices and Stock Listings in Brazil Indiana

Local financial note lists stocks including Belt Railway Preferred 140 and Common 10, Indianapolis Fire Insurance Co. 14, Indiana Title Guaranty & Loan 80, Law Building 85, HH. P. Wasson Co. Prof. 103. Prices provided upon request.

Ee Eo Ind Light and Brazil Ind Lon Traction Co R. R Belt R. R Indianapolis Fire Ins Guar. & Loan Co St K Law Building HH. P. Wasson Co

Telegraphers' tournament ends. MetClintic wins diamond medal

The American telegraphers' tournament concluded at 5 this morning with F. M. McClintic of the Associated Press Dallas taking the Andrew Carnegie diamond medal for best all around telegrapher. C. W. White of Richmond placed second and W. G. Johnson of Louisville third. McClintic set a ten minute record by sending 517 words. Other contests in code class and Morse sending followed with AP participants from Atlanta and Dallas among the leaders.

Atlanta Andrew Carnecie F. M. MetClintic Associated Press Dallas Tex C. W. White Richmond W. G. Johnson Louisville McClintic White Mr. Johnson F. M. McClintic Fr. G. Mathews Atlanta, Ga W. C. Murray

Five minute sending and Morse contest results listed

The report lists prize winners for five minute sending and receiving contests in telegraph and Morse disciplines. F M McClintle of Dallas wins multiple events including cleanest copy on a typewriter and fastest straight Morse dispatches, with other top placers from Atlanta, Philadelphia, Louisville and Memphis noted for various categories and a consolation prize in Morse.

BEE Bruckner Dallas Tex F. M. McClintle Associated Press Atlanta Journal F. M. McClintic Philadelphia E. E. Bruckner Charles W. White Richmond Prise Columbia Phonograph J. Hillard Memphis Tenn

Notable Warren Banker Perkins Dies by His Own Hand

Henry Bishop Perkins, a leading Warren Ohio philanthropist and banker, killed himself by hanging in his office today. The Yale graduate and son’s illness are thought to have driven temporary insanity. Born in Warren, he headed the First National Bank of Arren and held prominent railroad and state roles with a fortune of several million dollars.

Warren Henry Bishop Perkins Ohio Yale Mr. Perkins First National Bank of Arren

Saloon Keeper Shot by a Boy in Mingo Junction

In Mingo Junction on March 2, saloon keeper Vasil Paluich was shot by nineteen year old Edward Buchanan after Paluich chased away boys. He died tonight after the altercation, when Buchanan fired following a choke with a bung starter.

Mingo Junction Vasil Paluich Edward Buchanan Paluich Buchanan

Judge Reagan's Condition Worsens In Texas Report

Palestine Texas March 2 John H Reagan remains in fragile health after a restless night and today. Doctors say he does not have pneumonia as previously reported though a severe cold threatens his lungs and could trigger pneumonia symptoms given his history.

Palestine Tex John H. Reagan Judge Reagan

House to focus on postal bills this week in Washington

The House will devote most time this week to postal affairs starting with a rural free delivery bill on a contract basis and later the post office appropriation measure. Debate is expected to run about two days, with substantial discussion over subsidies for fast mail and Cuban reciprocity plans shaping Republican caucus discussions.

Washington House of Representatives Postoffice Senate Hoar Spence Cullom Frye Committee On Commerce Clay Turner West Mallory Tillman-McLaurin

Civil-Service Rules Tilt On Political Activity

Washington dispatch reports Commissioner W D Foulke defining Civil-service stance on government employee political activity. In letters to Philadelphia Postmaster McMichael and R Francis Wood, Foulke condemns coercive solicitations yet supports voluntary contributions and personal political participation. He stresses that allowed activity must not undermine official duties, discipline, or public confidence in the merit system.

Washington Civil-service Commission Foulke McMichael R. Francis Wood Philadelphia Mr. Wood Democratic Republican Fund

Receipts and Expenditures for February 1902 Revealed

Washington March 2 The monthly government statement shows February receipts of 41 159 739 with expenditures of 39 099 299 leaving a surplus of 2 080 449. Revenue sources include customs 20 213 999 internal revenue 18 455 780 miscellaneous 2 49 009. War Department spending 8 578 516 navy 5 709 079. Overall expenditures rise by 45 000.

Washington War Department Navy

Mint Director Reveals February Coinage Totals

The February coinage totaled 39,261,340 units as issued by the director of the mint. Gold coinage amounted to 6,613,850, silver to 2,459,000, and minor coins to 123,490.

Washington the Mint

Prince’s visit ends with gift album souvenir

In Southland the prince's day ended with a mounted police escort to a depot and a short car ride through the city. Newell Sanders led a local committee presenting a silver bound album with relief battleside imagery as a keepsake he vowed to treasure.

Newell Sanders

Prince Henry of Prussia Tours Nashville Station Visit

Prince Henry of Prussia spent fifteen minutes in Nashville arriving by the Nashville, Chattanooga and St. Louis Road and departing for Louisville. Ten thousand spectators lined Union Station as Fisk University jubilee singers performed old plantation revival songs. Mayor J M Head and Governor McMillan welcomed him with a silver mounted cane from The Hermitage and a German American Society floral design.

Nashville Tenn Prince Henry of Prussia Nashville, Chattanooga & St. Louis Louisville & Nashville Louisville Union Station J. M. Head South Fisk University Europe Prince Henry Berlin McMillan Hermitage Andrew Jackson Prince Henry of Prussia Ae Jackson United States Prince Mayor Head Tennessee Our Republic New Orleans Packingham Frederick William Jubilee Singers

Prince Henry of Prussia in Louisville Accident Delays Greeting

Prince Henry of Prussia arrived in Louisville at 745 p m and received a welcome, an engrossed address and an album before leaving for Indianapolis. A gangplank wedged between car vestibule and platform, tearing off the door and delaying the prince slightly. Detectives helped manage the moment as he met local officials and citizens at the station.

Louisville Prince Henry of Prussia Indianapolis Tenth Street Louisville& Nashville Railroad Prince Wilkie E. Pollter

Prince Henry of Prussia Visits Louisville Reception Delights 7 000 Crowd

Prince Henry of Prussia was welcomed in Louisville by Mayor Grainger and a 7,000 strong crowd. He received a souvenir album, schooled in German traditions, and acknowledged cheers from the platform and crowd. Departments lined rail yards with guards and German societies hosted post reception events.

Louisville Marion E. Taylor Board of Trade United States America German Empire Prussia Prince Henry Germany Beckham Grainger Col H. S. Cohn Asone Louisville Anzeiger Colin E. E. Poller Cincinnati German Soldiers’ Society Pollier OWS German Soldiers’ Aid Society of Far East Royal William II Social Maennerchor Liederkranz Concordia Liederkranz Hall Selbach’stel Holleben Bowling Green

Prince Henry praised mounted escort at Cincinnati

At Cincinnati on March 2 mounted police led Prince Henry’s train along the riverfront. The prince watched Sergeant Beringer and his riders, complimenting them as “fine a rider” and praising the officers under Beringer. A telegram from Poitier German Consul expressed royal gratitude for the escort's reception.

Cincinnati Prince Henry Beringer Poitier Holleben

Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Ad Claims Teething Relief

An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a universal teething remedy that soothes gums aids digestion and calms irritability. It notes availability from druggists worldwide and lists a 35 cent price. Also references Hale's Hovey of Horebouna Tarwin cures for coughs and Pike's Toothache Drops claimed to relieve pain within a minute.

Hale Hovey Horebouna Tarwin Pike

Exports and Imports Rise in Manufactures Trade Reuters Style

Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports Washington figures show January 1902 exports of manufactures at 34,412,992 dollars, the largest January since 189? with notable gains over 1901. Seven months ending January reveal mixed results, with copper up and iron and steel down, while imports rise sharply in manufacturers materials.

Indianapolis Journal Washington Treasury Bureau of Statistics Bureau of Statistics

A Comely Prince at Waldorf Astoria

The New York crowd at the Waldorf Astoria last night witnessed Henry of Prussia arriving with a parade of flags. Onlookers noted his youthful appearance and nervous, unsteady steps, sparking speculation about his demeanor and future prospects.

Julian Ralph New York Mail and Express Waldorf-Astoria Henry Prussia

Portrait of a German Prince in English Guard Attire

The article portrays a young German prince in a room filled with uniforms, praising his appearance and refined Guelph heritage. It notes his good looks, blue eyes, and fluent English, while contrasting him with other German officers and commenting on language proficiency and social bearing.

Edward VII Prince of Wales Duke of York Germany

Grudging Cuba relief promised by House leaders

The Hartford Courant condemns a minimal 2 percent Dingley tariff cut for Cuba, tied to a treaty and immigration laws admission. It warns that delays will ruin Cuban sugar planters and workers, with March harvests looming and the Senate unlikely to rush. The piece stresses American credibility and urgency in Cuba policy.

Hartford Courant Cuba House Palma Congress Washington Havana Enya New York Times Root Ways and Means Committee Senate

Prince Henry Wins Favor With Slang Adaptation

The Prince demonstrates English ancestry by quickly adopting American slang during a visit to New York. He jokes about hustle and slang terms, displaying a playful, observant manner as he interacts with U.S. culture amid a traditional exchange of phrases. The piece highlights cross cultural linguistic humor in a palace tone.

New York Prince Henry United States Grant Sune

Left Handed Ring Exchange Fails At Ceremony

In a mishap described by the Philadelphia Times a groom, best man, and minister gathered in the vestry as the organist played. The groom, anxious and embarrassed, asked whether the ring should go on the left hand and if cursing the bride was appropriate, but the minister fled before any vows could be exchanged.

Cleveland Spain Barcelona Philadelphia

Will Stay with Us Awhile Boston Transcript

Poultney Bigelow plans to leave his London home and move to the United States to devote his time to modern team problems and American relations with European countries.

Boston Transcript Poultney Bigelow London United States

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Hibben, Hollweg & CO SVE Andrew Carneczie F.F. M. McClintic Royal Baking Powder Pawsiia WM. H. Armstrong & CO Surgical Instrument Makers S. Meridian St Reagan W. D. Foulke Southland Fiske Jubilee Singers Sergeant Beringer The Cincinnati Mounted Police Mrs. Winslow Hood Voriel'susiness Monument Place Ateeda Atkins & Co., Inc Indianapolis, Ind W. B. Barry Law and Supply CO Penn. ST the Prince
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