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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1902
Page
8
A special council meeting called by Mayor Bookwalter will introduce another appropriation for the Board of Health amid rising smallpox costs. The existing $2,000 appropriation may be amended with a larger sum, as health officials warn current funds won’t cover spring expenses and quarantines.
J Clyde Power, parks superintendent, reports steady progress on the Pall Creek boulevard. The boulevard commission prepared deeds for land donations, the mayor and Park Board approved them, and Power drafts ornamentation plans to preserve trees and landscape. The mayor weighs enforcing stricter liquor rules and may introduce a Chicago style ordinance.
The list details cement walks cemented along Bright streak from North street to Indiana avenue and along Orange street from State avenue to Churchman avenue. Brick roadways on Norwood street and the alley north of Walnut street. Grading and graveling on Laura street. Asphalt work on Newman street and various curb resets on Huron street. War man and Madison avenues receive cement walks and brick roadways along specified sections.
English born John Watson, a contractor who came to the United States in 1893, sues his wife Elizabeth for abandonment in Judge Leathers's court. Elizabeth files a cross complaint accusing Watson of infidelity. The case highlights English connections, separations, and family moves around Indianapolis.
George Zarbuck an agent for a table company was found guilty of embezzlement by a Criminal Court jury. Sentence awaits motion for a new trial. He earned a $15 commission on each sale after receiving $2 cash and notes for a table. Prosecutors allege remaining note proceeds were kept by him. He claims the funds covered his due expenses.
The will of Frederick Stahlberger probated yesterday leaves all personal property to his wife Katharine Stahlberger and grants her a life interest in real estate. After her death the real estate is to be divided equally among three children Johann Wilhelm, Anna Maria, and Elnora Theresa Stahlberger. Katharine Stahlberger is named executrix and posted a $3 bond.
George Sweet filed for divorce from Jennie Sweet citing his wife’s bad temper and an alleged threat to pour hot lead in his ear while asleep. He also states she recently filed an affidavit to have him declared insane, but the commission ruled he is of sound mind.
William H. Hall, a mail collector, yesterday filed suit for ten dollars after a College avenue street car collided with his buggy, throwing him onto the pavement. He alleges a broken leg and other injuries that he claims will be permanent.
Missouri Holden sues Elmire Elmire et al on account with judgment for $59 and costs. Chicago and Indianapolis & Louisville Railway to pay $42 for wages. court directs payment within 30 days, applies first to costs, remainder to plaintiff. Various divo rce, embezzlement and appellate matters follow with multiple dismissals, trials, and briefs noted for 1902 proceedings.
A digest of legal opinions covers war revenue stamp requirements for express shipment and allowed refusals at transport rates, negligence cases involving hot water discharges, void contracts between spouses, cruelty in divorce, and insurance proceeds as estate property. It notes reversal of California court rulings and alignment with federal precedents.
The Supreme Court recessed after announcing opinions including denial of certiorari in Mary H. Gwin versus United States over the Pearl land grant title and a fourth Blythe estate action favoring Florence Blythe Hinckley. It also ruled for the United States in American Aristotype under Dingley law limits, and upheld Emblem’s title in Colorado. A Tulare Irrigation District bond validity ruling was issued, and a Sampson prize case to dismiss tests court jurisdiction with admiralty implications.
Agricultural notes urge farmers to devote field strips to vegetables and small fruits, arguing home-grown produce is cheaper and higher quality than market buys. It highlights tomato dominance for year-round supply, methods for garden efficiency, and contrasts with buying produce, plus practical tips on soil, manure, and crop variety.
Dr D A Sebring, De Kalb health officer, reported a child's death from bronchitis whose body was shipped from Fort Wayne to Garrett on March 15. A public funeral preceded a week of scarlet fever in three families who attended. Families named are Orla Wyatt, J J Stokers, and Ernest Peters. State Board warns of masked infectious disease claims to aid transport. Secretary Harry notes unvaccinated Indiana residents face eventual smallpox infection and urges vaccination.
Increased gas pressure yesterday caused several hot stoves and four house fires. One home at 1152 Bates street owned by James Lambs sustained damage. Other houses at 8 Minerva street occupied by James Richardson and 320 South New Jersey street occupied by Mrs. Lewis reported about 8 in damage each. Lt. Daly’s house at 24 Highland Place suffered damage estimated at 3500.
Frank Mengis aged eighty three died suddenly yesterday afternoon of apoplexy at his home 244 South Meridian Street. His wife left home early in the day and upon returning found him dead in bed. He had previously suffered several slight strokes.
C P Greer urges ventilation hygiene and careful breeding in fanciers circles. Do not market soiled eggs, keep poultry houses clean to deter rats and lice, and avoid introducing defects when new blood is added. Evergreen trees help control dampness. avoid excessive drugging for a healthy flock.
The article urges planting grape vines where space allows and rotating crops to cut insect damage. It warns against inferior seed and untested new varieties, advocates labeling farms, suggests currant worm control with white hellebore or wood ashes, and argues that selling only high quality butter stops oleomargarine demand. It notes price signals tied to crop scarcity and advises cautious, practical farming choices.
The spring term opens April 1 and runs to June 20. Phi Delta Theta and Delta Tau Delta hold dances in their halls this weekend, while Sigma Chi plans an informal dance on Central Avenue tomorrow. Prof. W. D. Howe leads a three day walking trip through Brown County. A pan Hell en ic dance is planned to raise money for the baseball team in two weeks. A YWCA poster sale with over a hundred items is set for next week. Essie Hunter, basketball manager, arranges a game at An German, cn Syl 5, with the Bower first team to follow.
Most students stay home while about twenty experienced players remain in town shaping for opening games next week. Key infielders include Huggins Murray Priffer Anthony P Murray Worsham with promising outfielders Hall Butler Offutt Guffin. New navy blue uniforms ordered. diamond work began. practice vs Dental School this week. several games arranged with local schools and colleges. Monte Beville coaches before a Kansas City trip to hire a new coach.
West Liberty Ky March 4 Willie Reed twenty five son of Henry Reed of Caney Ky was shot and killed at Mountain in a general fight near the county line. The incident occurred during a clash on the mountain road. Local authorities are investigating the shooting.
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