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The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1902

Page

3

Tariff changes and new U S nominations stir politics

The article outlines a new tariff schedule with 113 articles affecting agricultural goods and beverages, notes on revenue aims, and calls it a tariff de guerre. It also lists presidential nominations and confirmations, spanning collectors, lieutenants, postmasters, and a civil service commissioner, plus plans for Danish West Indies governance and a broadened Bureau of American Republics role.

Maine I. Hardy United States Switzerland

Weather prospects for Indiana Ohio Illinois from March forecast

Washington dispatch reports Thursday and Friday weather for Indiana Illinois and Ohio. Indiana: fair and warmer Thursday, rain Friday with fresh south winds. Illinois: fair and warmer Thursday, Friday rain with colder north portion and brisk south winds. Ohio: fair and warmer Thursday, increasing cloudiness, Friday rain with fresh north to west winds. Local observations note clear conditions morning and evening. Blythe lists temperatures and mean precipitation. A separate Mass high wind caused damage including chimney and cupola destruction to First Congregational Church.

Washington Indiana Ilinols Ohio Ther R.H W. T. Blythe Adams Mass First Congregational

Movements of Steamers Across World Ports

Movements reported from multiple ports include arrivals and sailings. Teu tonic and Nomadic arrived at New York from Liverpool while Moltke came from Hamburg and Furnessia from Glasgow. Sailings include Germanic to Liverpool and Phoenicia to Naples and Genoa. New entries list Empress of China from Vancouver and Yokohama bound for Liverpool, plus Ivernia sailing from Liverpool to Boston and other regional arrivals in Hong Kong, Queenstown, Auckland, and South Australia.

Brew York Nomadic Liverpool Moltke Hamburg Furnessia Glasgow Antwerp St. Louis Southampton Phoenicia Genoa Hong-Kong Emof China Vancouver Seattle Yokohama Queenstown New York Ivernia Tiverpool Boston Auckland Somona San Francisco Honolulu Sydney New South Wales Southam Pan Dominion Portland

Conference plans and new U S military commands outlined

The article notes upcoming fall conferences on customs uniformity and coffee industry measures, plus planned changes in Army department commands under Maj. Gen. Arthur McArthur, Gen. Frederick Funston, and Brig. Gen. Kobbe. It also covers extradition questions for Gaynor and Greene, prompts about Interior Secretary rumors, Hepburn bill support, naval squadron moves, and Yellowstone Park expansion proposed by the Interior Department.

Arthur McArthur Department of the Lakes Chicago Frederick Funston Department of the Colorado Denver Col Ee A. Kobbe Dakota St Minn

Deaths of James H. Fairchild and Achilles I in Paris

Oberlin’s James H. Fairchild, longtime professor and president, dies after a brief illness in Oberlin Ohio. In Paris, Achilles I known as King of Patagonia dies of pneumonia. his will appoints a successor, but details await French etiquette and American reaction.

Hetty Green Achilles 1 Patagonia Paris Achilles I Araucania Achilles Place de la Nation Counsin Antoine 1 Pereguex South America Laviarde Antoine Chili Ers

Edward Green dies in Vermont after illness

Belfows Falls Vermont March 19 Edward Green husband of Hetty Green famed as Americas richest woman died at home after six months of kidney trouble He was born February 6 1811 in Bellows Falls He started with Dean Co Boston the firm failed and he later went to London and then to Manila where he stayed seventeen years

Bellows Falls Edward Green Hetty Green America Dean & Co., Bostern Green London Manila Philippine Islands Russell, Sturgis & Co Hetty Howland Obingen E. Fr. R. Green Texas Midland Haliroad Sylvia A. H. Green Louisville & Nashville Railroad Union Club New York Somerset Club Boston Suromers Jonathan Boyce Essexville Mich United States American and Journal Bath N. Y Robert Johnstone State Soldiers' Home Junius Brutus Booth Forrest Macready Actors’ Fund Twenty-ffth Regiment New York Volunteers

Notable 19th Century Rail Executives and Actors Pass Away

The report recalls Jonathan Boyce a Michigan lumber magnate who built Essexville and traveled to Britain, and Robert John Stone a veteran actor of the Civil War era. It notes Edward Carter father of Senator Carter of Montana, whose funeral at St Patrick's Church in Pana, Illinois drew a large crowd.

Springfield Edward Carter United States Carter Montana Colorado Springs Col St. Patrick's Catholic Church Pana Raarlyenki

Corcoran Quits in Sixth Round in Savannah Fight

Tommy Corcoran of Savannah quits in the sixth round of a twenty round bout with Jack Grace of New York. Corcoran’s left ear nearly torn away, his ear damaged in August and worsened tonight. he’s hospitalized with a severed ear. Grace overwhelms with punches and clinches. News also lists a future bantam title bout setup involving Feltz Reagan and Forbes.

Savannah Tommy Corcoran Jack Grace New York Savannah Athletic Club Corcoran Grace Tommy Feltz Johnny Reagan St. Louis Harry Forbes

Jeffries Fitzsimmons Bid Sparks San Francisco Charity Offer

Billy Delaney for James J. Jeffries says they have given Fitzsimmons a chance to respond. Jeffries sent a personal message asking his intentions but no reply. San Francisco supervisors may let the higher bid club run the fight with charity proceeds. If needed, a reputable Eastern referee could accompany the challenger. The high-bid club wins if Fitzsimmons accepts. In Los Angeles, Fitzsimmons did not decide by tonight. He telegraphed he hopes an Eastern club raises the $25,000 bid already made by Los Angeles interests.

Oakland Cal Billy Delaney James J. Jeffries Fitzsimmons UN Jeffries Fitzsimmons San Francisco Los Angeles Century Club Jeffries- Fitzsimmons Itzasimmons

Philadelphia Jack OBrien Stops Denfass in Fifth at Penn Club

Philadelphia March 19 Ed Denfass of this city is stopped in the fifth round by Philadelph ia Jack O Brien at the Penn Athletic Club. The bout was scheduled for six rounds and favored O Brien from the start. Denfass was floored in the third and faded thereafter until the stoppage.

Philadelphia Jack” O'Brien Ed Denfass Penn Athletic Club O'Brien Denfass

Erne Gardner Bout Postponed Over Armory Issue

Chicago reports the Erne Gardner fight delayed from tonight to Friday due to Governor Yates opposing use of a state militia armory for prize ring events. A private hall now hosts the event replacing the Seventh Regiment armory.

Chicago Erne Gardner Yates Seventh Regiment

Ryan Accepts Bout With Gorman For Five Thousand Side

Tommy Ryan agreed to box Johnny Gorman of New York before the National Baton Club of London for $5,000 a side on coronation night. The National Sporting Club attempted a Ryan versus Jack O'Brien match, but terms could not be settled.

Kansas City Tommy Ryan Johnny Gorman New York National Baton Club London National Sporting Club Ryan Jack O'Brien

Harris to Match McGovern with Benny Yanger in May fight

Sam Harris announced that he will match Terry McGovern against Benny Yanger of Chicago in a bout likely set for May. The venue is expected to be Louisville.

Cincinnati Sam Harris Terry McGovern McGovern Benny Yanger Chicago Louisville

Erne and McFadden to Fight for World Lightweight Title

Frank Erne of Buffalo and George McFadden of New York have signed to box for the world lightweight championship at the Southern Athletic Club in Louisville on April 4.

Louisville Frank Erne Buffalo George McFadden New York Southern Athletic Club

Bryan Leaves Lincoln For Farm Life On Birthday

On March 19 in Lincoln Nebraska W J Bryan marked his forty second birthday by moving four miles from the city to a farm. He and his family will reside in a barn until a country house is completed.

Lincoln Lincoln, Neb W. J. Bryan City of

Freight Train Collides With Work Caboose In Hungary Crash

A westbound Pennsylvania freight train struck a work-train caboose carrying eight sleeping Hungarians. All eight were injured, two critically. The wreck sparked a fire that destroyed the caboose. the freight train engineer and fireman escaped by jumping clear.

Niles Pennsylvania

Woodward to be hanged for Wyoming sheriff murder

Charles Woodward, under death sentence for the January murder of Sheriff Ricker, will be hanged March 3 in the Casper jail yard. His attorney said no appeal to the Supreme Court will be filed. Execution set for Good Friday.

Casper Wyo Charles Woodward Ricker Woodward Supreme Court

Laxative Bromo Quinine Tabs Box Claim

A historical ad note stating that the name must appear on every box of the genuine Laxative Bromo Quinine Tab lets, the celebrated Cold and Grip Cure, priced at 25 cents.

Arrival of Third Base Man and Boxing of Spring Training in Midwest

Charles Babb arrives with his wife to play third base for Indianapolis this season and expects warm weather signals. Hoghever and others soon to arrive as teams eye exhibition game with Shortridge High on April 15 at Washington Park. Fort Wayne owner Mautner reports eight players under contract, including Mullin who may join Detroit for practice. Lafayette squad trains indoors as pitchers Ide Ruby and Leslie vie for staff, Cowell backs up behind the plate. McIntyre leaves Toledo for Shreveport after turning down New York terms. seeks more work with less pay in a Southern League setting.

Watkins Charles Babb Indianapolis Babb Hoghever Shortridge High School Washington Park Indianapolis Journal Fort Wayne Ind I. Mautner George Mullin Mullin Detroit Power Western Association Lafayette Ide Ruby Leslie Cowell Muncie Harry McIntyre Toledo New York Texas Freedman Shreveport McIntyre

Dispute Over McGuire Signing With Detroit Club

James McGuire, longtime Brooklyn catcher, signed with Detroit of the American League, prompting Brooklyn officials to dispute the move. McGuire declares he will play for Detroit, citing an earlier binding agreement, while Brooklyn insists no forceful departure occurred. Also reported, Thomas E Burns, Jersey City manager and former MLB figure, was found dead in his home due to heart disease.

Bellamy Storer United States Spain Hay Ohio California Madrid Detroit Mich James McGuire Brooklyn New York Brooklyn Baseball Club Michigan Ebbetts McGuire French Lick Springs West Baden Ind Free Press Detroit Baseball Club Stallings Messrs Angus Doyle Cook McNamara Thomas E. Burns Jersey City P. T. Powers Burns Chicago Pittsburg Springfield Mass Gare Seer

Trains Break Through Blizzard Blockade to St Paul

Snowbound rail service is resuming with Soo line reaching St Paul after clearing eastern North Dakota. Northern Pacific and Great Northern expect trains tomorrow as Billings reports first through train from the East arriving at 6 o'clock after five days delayed by the blizzard.

ST. Paul Minn Soo Line North Dakota Soo Northern Pacific Great Northern Billings Mont

Purdue Names Charles M Best as Football Coach

Purdue Athletic Association selects Charles M Best of Des Moines Iowa to coach next season and sign him for services. He reports August 15 and was chosen from six applicants amid high student approval. Best played at Lafayette College and Drake University and has coached football, baseball, and track. He may be joined by F D Herbold as assistant as plans move forward. The football program is seen as more promising this year.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Purdue Athletic Association Charles M. Best Des Moines Benjamin G. Owen Michigan John F. McLean Knox Hugh White Best Lafayette College Pennsylvania Princeton Lafayettes Dickinson College Drake University F. D. Herbold Voiue Herbold

Purdue to meet Yale in gym April 8 in Lafayette

Purdue will host Yale in a university gymnasium game on April 8 in Lafayette Indiana. The teams are in hard practice with preparations underway for a record breaking attendance and a major event of the year.

Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Purdue Yale University Gymnasium

Mrs English Wins High Gun At Limited Gun Club Meet

Mrs English topped yesterday’s ten target inanimate match at the Limited Gun Club, shooting a five pound trap gun. Fred Gilbert led with 12 of 150, edging Rike who had 13 in the final event as Tripp and Hellkes trailed. Forty shooters entered the fifth annual Central handicap tournament with many aiming for the Grand Central event tomorrow.

Wm. E. English Rollo Hellkes E. H. Tripp Scott County English Kansas City Fred Gilbert Rike Tripp Budd Marshall Fanning Rollo Heltkes

Final Trials Name Shortridge Relay Team

Clarence McKinney Howard Shank Joe Kelsey Bennett Gates head Shortridge’s relay squad for tomorrow’s indoor meet at Tomlinson Hall with Walter Gipe and Lewis Brown as substitutes. M T H S team captain Jack Shideler picks members from records and training times amid protest over handicaps.

Shortridge High School Tomlinson Hall Clarence McKinney Howard Shank Joe Kelsey Bennett Gates Walter Gipe Lewis Brown Jack Shideler Carlin Woodbridge Vernon Bowers Harry Wheeler Albert McCullum Roy White

Revolver Contest By Telegraph Between Chicago and St Louis

Chicago and St Louis police marksmen reached a mutual agreement for a telegraph pistol contest on May 2. Captain Roemer of St. Louis and Capt L J Ford of Chicago arranged conditions for twenty five shooters from each city. Standard targets at twenty yards with 38 caliber revolvers. The losing team pays all expenses.

Telegraph Chicago St. Louis Roemer L. J. Ford Arml

Davis Leads Hawok Indian in Six Day Foot Race

In Lynn Massachusetts Davis the Mo hawk Indian held the lead at the twelfth hour with 1 miles 12 laps while Hegelman pressed hard. Hegelman trailed with 89.10 miles Dineen 86.16 and Golden 86.13 points. In Fall River seven teams remained in the six day event at the sixth hour the leaders were Ashley and Crooks 56 miles 23 laps Mullaney and Henry 55.19 Ashley and Casey 0.16.

Lynn Mass Davis Hegelman Dineen Golden Fall River Ashley and Crooks Mullaney Henry Ashley and Casey

Mayor blocks Ath letic Park grand stand permit

In St Louis on March 1 the refusal of Mayor Wells to sign the wooden grand stand permit at Athletic Park threatens the American League club with a delay. A City Council bill aims to speed passage but ordinances typically take weeks, risking postponing the April 3 opening or forcing use of the present stand.

Louis Wells Athletic Park

Clearwater beats McCune in pool tournament opener

In Brooklyn W E Clearwater of Ellwood Pennsylvania defeated W F E McCune of Boston 135 to 16. High runs were 23 for Clearwater and 22 for McCune. The second game saw William Wenrick of New York defeat H P Stofft of Cleveland 15 to 9 with high runs of 27 and 18 respectively.

New York Brooklyn W. E. Clearwater Ellwood W. FE. McCune Boston Clearwater McCune William Wenrick H. P. Stofft Cleveland Wenrick Stofft

Relics from Siberia arrive at American Museum

One hundred thirty six boxes of relics toys masks and house models from Siberia arrived for the American Museum of Natural History. Collected by three Jesup expedition members the items will aid the anthropological department as object lessons on life of northeastern Asian peoples. Pottery from Siberia resembles that found in Alaska aiding study of proposed ancient human migration from Asia to America.

New York American Museum of Natural History Siberia Jesup Anthropological Department Museum Asia Alaska Jesup Expedition America

Trophy to be awarded at M C A indoor carnival relay

Saks and Co. commissioned Charles Mayer and Co. to craft a twelve inch loving cup as the trophy for the relay race between Manual Training and Shortridge High School at Tomlinson Hall tomorrow evening. The cup remains property of the winning team until seized by another winner.

Saks & Co Charles Mayer & Co Shortridge High Tomlinson Hall

Baltimore ex-player pleads guilty to theater assault

Michael Donlin, ex-member of the Baltimore baseball club, pleads guilty to two indictments for assaulting Miss Minnie Pields, an actress, and Ernest L. Slaton outside a local theater on March 12. He is sentenced to six months in jail and fined $860. Donlin claims amnesia for the incident.

Baltimore Michael Donlin Baltimore Baseball Club Minnie Pields Ernest L. Slaton Donila

Running Races In Oakland Favor Fine Weather

San Francisco report notes race day at Oakland with dry track slowed by prior rain. Watercure won the Kitekitat ace easily over The Fretter and Bragg, while Green Morris took another event with Old England. Winners and odds include Deutschland 6 to 1, Princess Titania 7 to 10, Watercure 7 to 5, Old England 1 to 2, Redwald 4 to 1, Artitla 5 to 2.

San Francisco Oakland Watercure Fretter Bragg Green Morris Old England Henry Zeigler Jackson Deutschland Princess Titania

Cold Damp Feet Won’t Give You a Cold Laxative Bromo Quinine

An old time promotional note claims cold damp feet won’t cause illness if you take in time Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It features E. W. Grove’s signature on the box.

E. W. Grove

Big horse deal nets 31 yearlings at Hartland Stud

In Lexington on March 18 J W Schoor of Memphis and J J McCafferty of New York bought Hartland stud in Woodford County from J N Camden. The purchase included thirty one yearling thoroughbreds valued at 2 000 dollars. Sixteen are by Imp Esher twelve by Handsome and others by established sires.

Lexington J. W. Schoor Memphis J. J. McCafferty New York J. N. Camden Hartland Stud Woodford County Imp. Esher Handsome

Charter Oak Park opens six Grand Circuit events

New York March 18 Charter Oak Park Hartford Conn has opened six early closing events for its Grand Circuit meeting three for trotters and pacers as follows For trotters Charter Oak 2 11 class 10000 Sa Set 5 0 and 238 class 8000 For pacers 3000 216 class 3000 and 230 class 00

New York Charter Oak Park Hartford Conn Charter Oak

Dealt in Big Figures and High Mark by Tish-I-Mingoes

The article notes Tish-I-Mingoes achieving five scores setting a high individual mark. It mentions the prospects facing trouble against the Hoo-Hoos and references the Seeren in a lively, period tone.

Admiral Kempf Returns to Oakland After Asiatic Station Relief

Rear Admiral Louis Kempff arrived on the City of Peking and went to his Oakland home to await orders from Washington after being relieved on the Asiatic station.

San Francisco Louis Kempf Orient City of Peking Kempff Oakland Washington

Murrell Leaves for Mexico in Bribery Case

ST. LOUIS reports that Mr Murrell, accused of bribery, departed last Sunday night for Mexico. The offense of bribery is not extraditable under the treaty between the United and Mexico.

ST. Louis Murrell Mexico United Mextes

Cure a Cold In One Day By Laxative Bromo Quinine

An old drug advertise promotes a one day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tableta. It claims apothecaries will refund the money if it fails and bears W. Grove's signature on each package.

W. Grove

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