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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1901
Page
2
A collection of remarks from Secretaries Long, Vanderbilt, Wilson and Hitchcock extols President Harrison’s presidency as prosperous and principled. They praise his intellectual powers, conscientious leadership, and dedication to national honor and future historians’ insight.
Former President Cleveland issued a statement praising William Henry Harrison for his service in high office and private life. He lauded Harrison's patriotism, duty, and decency, saying his career should leave a lasting impression on national life.
Indiana senator Beveridge called General Harrison a national loss, lauding his conservative, steady government approach and disinterested defense of the nation's financial honor. He praised Harrison as fearless, highly able, and a superb public speaker, though not universally beloved by the masses.
The Journal and Advertiser will publish ex Speaker Thomas K. Reed’s note praising General Harrison. Reed lauds Harrison as an intellectual force with strong character, says his presidency marked by personality and good sense, and notes his death is a national misfortune.
Washington report notes General Harrison illness and death announcement. Wilbur F. Craft cites Harrison as a leading figure in the International movement protecting native races from toxicants. He says Harrison’s illness would end a distinguished career and frame his final contributions to the cause.
Washington forecast for Thursday and Friday calls for occasional rain on Thursday turning to snow in eastern and northern areas with a brisk lake wind. Friday mostly fair with cooler temperatures, northwesterly winds, and brisk to high on the lake. Local observations show cloudy conditions, moderate rain, and a 51 degree high with 35 degree low. WappenhansLocal Forecast Official.
The ecumenical missionary conference vice president cites how Christian nations export civilization while corrupting incentives in heathen lands. He urges action to end slave trade and to curb alcohol sales to the young, urging reform bureaus to pursue helpful legislation and expressing strong support.
Whitelaw Reid of New York praised General Harrison as among the ablest presidents. He lauded a laborious and conscientious administration, prosperity, and unwavering friendship, while noting brusque manner and private warmth. Reid said public appreciation grew after retirement and the country cannot replace such a trusted leader.
John Wanamaker, former postmaster general, lauds Benjamin Harrison as a rare American character. He compares Harrison to Gladstone in gifts and influence, praising his duty clarity, sagacity, fearlessness, and truthfulness across his soldier, senatorial, and presidential records.
A Washington dispatch to the Tribune records Senator Stephen B. Elkins lauding General William Henry Harrison as an able statesman and supreme lawyer. Elkins recalls intimate ties, notes Harrison’s constitutional and international law skill, and Blaine's praise of his writings. Harrison’s death is described as a global loss.
New York dispatch reports General Tracy, once Secretary of the Navy under Harrison, declined to offer a full comment on the death of former President Harrison. He said he felt greatly overcome by the news and could not provide an extended statement now, promising to share views at a later date.
Gen John W Noble, ex secretary of the interior under Harrison, lauded as one of the greatest men in the country. He praised Noble’s Civil War service, legal career, Senate leadership, and his diplomacy in the Bering Sea dispute with Great Britain.
In Dubuque Iowa on March 13 speaker Henderson voiced that all good people will profoundly regret the death of ex President Harrison and that he will rank in history as one of the ablest presidents.
In Anderson and Bedford Indiana crowds gather in sorrow as bulletin notices confirm the death of ex President Harrison. March reports describe widespread mourning among business and professional communities despite weather. Messages from Anderson note deep expressions of loss and respect.
London papers publish long memoirs and editorials on General Benjamin Harrison. The Daily Chronicle lauds his capability and honor while the Standard notes he left no deep historical mark but all papers praise his high personal character.
President Mitchell opened the convention in Hazleton with six hundred delegates from 318 locals in attendance. He noted no operators were present and said a joint conference might be possible while discussions on reforms and labor procedures continued. The session reflected ongoing tensions in the mining labor movement.
In Corsicana Texas March 13 a white mob of about four thousand burned John Henderson after he confessed to fatally harming Mrs Conway Younger. He was chained to an iron stake as kerosene fueled the blaze, and the crowd surged with tension amid threats of rescue. An inquest later upheld the mob’s act as merited.
Canton Mississippi March 13 The populace expresses strong discontent over the acquittal of Russell Broach white and the release of seven of eight Negroes in the Gamble family murders. Threats of lynching resurface against all named defendants and Andrew Boyd who remains jailed.
In Spellman Georgia on March 13 the body of Sherman Harris was found hanging from a tree by the road six miles below town. Harris had killed Sidney King a local merchant and farmer in an altercation the day prior.
The funeral arrangements for General Harrison are being coordinated by family representatives W. H. H. Miller and Daniel M. Ransdell. Services are set for Sunday at 2 PM at First Presbyterian Church, conducted by Rev. M. L. Haines, with burial at Crown Hill.
Dr Henry Jameson, Gen Harrison's physician, describes the illness beginning Thursday morning with a violent chill followed by chest pain and fever on the left side. Intercostal pain appeared Friday morning, easing with remedies, but by Friday evening significant congestion in the left chest and apex of the lung emerged, with solidification not appearing until late Saturday or Sunday.
The daylong decline of General Harrison at his North Delaware Street residence is described as he weakens steadily. Bulletin after bulletin notes diminishing circulation and fading vitality while caregivers, family, and officials gather, with oxygen treatment given to ease distress before a death notice at 4:45 p.m.
An Indiana tale recalls General William Henry Harrison visiting Augustus L. Mason on North Delaware Street last week. Mason recalls Harrison in good health and spirits, speaking on topics from politics to religious matters, and sharing a modest, charitable side.
The article notes General Harrison delivered his final address in this city during the dedication of the new Columbia, reflecting years of service at the Presbyterian Church.
The Indianapolis Literary Club counted General Harrison as a member from March 3, 1877, until his political duties kept him away. He joined, delivered papers, and participated actively, with his first talk in 1878 on human testimony and other topics including Chinese in America and Mississippi River improvements.
General Harrison and Mrs Mary Lord Dimmick were married in New York City on April 6 186. They immediately moved to this city and have resided here since. Mrs Dimmick was the niece of the general s first wife. One child Elizabeth born of the second marriage is now in her fifth year.
Governor Durbin received a telegram from Ohio Governor Nash expressing mourning and sympathy for Indiana on the death of ex President Harrison. It notes Harrison was a son of Ohio and his life work was in Indiana, while the nation benefited from his patriotism and statesmanship.
The board of managers and advisory board will convene at 4 PM at Mrs. John Bradshaw’s home 26 East Vermont street to act on the death of General Harrison who served on the asylum advisory board.
Col Russell B Harrison arrived from Washington at 10 45 last night and was met at the station by Samuel D Miller. He went to the family home on North Delaware street where his wife will join him this morning.
State and local bar associations plan a joint meeting tomorrow or Saturday to adopt resolutions on General Harrison's death and organize a group attendance at the funeral.
A Saratoga dispatch reports Mr and Mrs James Robert McKee and Mrs McKee who is General Harrison’s daughter departed yesterday afternoon and are due to arrive in Indianapolis at noon today.
Upon learning of General Harrison's death Governor Durbin directed the Statehouse flag be lowered to half mast, signaling official mourning. The action reflects the state's respect for the fallen military leader and honors his service.
Henry Raab born June 20 1837 in Wetzlar Prussia died in Belleville Illinois at home from pneumonia with heart weakness after two weeks illness. Former Belleville public schools teacher became Illinois state superintendent of public instruction in 1879 and was reelected in 1886. Survived by wife a son and a daughter. CHATTANOOGA Tenn March 13 Col W Joe Clift noted criminal lawyer dies at home in city.
Washington dispatch reports Count Cassini, the Russian ambassador, stating Russia would recall troops from Manchuria once order is restored and Manchurian conditions secure. He notes prior Chinese incursions and defends Russia's railway protection and rights in Manchuria while cautioning about any China Russia agreement. Peking authorities demand civil service exam bans and property valuation commissions for legation sites.
Berlin dispatch cites Lokal Anzeiger figures counting 118 English, 79 Americans Swedes and Norwegians, 26 French 11 Belgians 10 Italians and Swiss and 1 German among foreign Christians killed. It estimates 3,000 native Christians perished during the troubles excluding the Peking siege.
The Times reports civil list proposals totaling 470000 pounds with 11000 for the king's privy purse and the rest for royal household expenses. Sir Michael Hicks Beach chaired a Commons committee meeting noting abolition of royal backhounds and foxhounds as a potential replacement. Queen consort's allowance stands at 50000 pounds, included in the total and may rise to 70000 upon the king's death.
Snow sleet and wind hinder residents across Nebraska Iowa and western Illinois with many wires down. Fusion senator vote results listed for Nebraska legislature plus notes on the National Association of Letter Carriers meeting in Chattanooga and Cincinnati education committee report on Filipino schooling. Colorado House adopts Bucklin land tax constitutional amendment plan for Austra lian style tax with county by county choice.
Roger Ehrsnahan of Toledo signs with Baltimore in the National League for this season. London Gazette notes Hereshoffs commissioned by a Glasgow shipbuilder to design a 65 foot racing yacht to be built on the Clyde. Sherman of Washington defeats Eby of Pittsburgh in the Boston tournament final by 15 to 1. Cincinnati mayor halts boxing permits after city athletic club investigations. Six day go as you please race in Philadelphia draws crowds with ten men scoring early. New Orleans winners include Collins Woods Furber Swordsman Linden Ella Velma Clark. Tanforan sees Monastic Dowbere Plaid among top finishes.
Report notes Nationalist MP William O Brien will resign his Cork city seat on health grounds. Other items mention Emperor William gifting an ebony staff to Samoan leader Mataafa and Polish gymnasium students facing prosecution.
Reports note clashes between strikers and workers leaving one seriously injured. Authorities make several arrests. Other items include duels planned in Europe, census gains in Alsace Lorraine, and royal notices about Queen Victoria's death and King Edward's succession.
A morning blaze on Atlantic avenue Brooklyn killed three people Mrs George Mack leaping from a third story window and the bodies of Mrs Mary Burns and an unidentified child found among the ruins.
March 13 seaborne trade update lists arrivals and departures across ports including New York Queenstown Hong Kong Rotterdam Bremen Southampton Antwerp and Glasgow. Vessels arriving include Teutonic Eurasian ships from New York Liverpool and Philadelphia, with several liners sailing to destinations such as Genoa Glasgow Boston St Johns and Shanghai.
Eleven passengers were injured when a Leavenworth Kansas and Western passenger train derailed five miles west of the city near Soldier, causing a fire after an overturned stove. Leo Chadwick, superintendent of bridges and buildings, is the most seriously hurt as rescuers freed Express Messenger Henry Wheelberg from the blazing car. The wreck was attributed to a defective fall.
A Pere Marquette train from Saginaw to Ludington struck a snow drift at Luke station, sixty-two miles west. Fireman C B Ogden of Ionia and Brakeman W L Hammond of St John’s were killed. Trainmaster P N Place of Saginaw injured, Engineer Robert Sadler slighted. After a Leavenworth trial, Andy Wilburn Thornburg Joe Turner and John See ot were found guilty of murder in the Milwood saloon raid.
A vintage medical notice asserts the remedy Laxative Bromo Quinine prevents pneumonia and grip by removing the cause. The claim frames the product as a preventive cure, reflecting period health beliefs.
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