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The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1902

Page

2

Indiana Trust Companies New Savings Quarters Open Monday

The Indiana Trust Company will move its savings department to a newly enlarged ground floor room, replacing four former storerooms. The space features Italian tile marble, cast iron pillars, steam heating, modern plumbing, electric lighting, and a connected telephone exchange. Elaborate decorations include Alpine marble, Indian yellow and ivory tones, with a notable frieze of emblems and zodiac motifs. The women’s department, mahogany furnishings, and a separate information booth complete the refined layout.

The Indiana Trust Company Muiy Bank Ures Actry Bank Amaente Elortees Trust Department

Fairview and Broad Ripple Park Set for Summer Openings

Indianapolis readers are urged to visit Fairview Park and Broad Ripple as opening day approaches. Milholland leads Fairview’s preparations with violets in The Glen, a new pony track, revised dining services, and a full amusements lineup. Broad Ripple emphasizes White river scenery, a larger boat fleet, a new boys’ club houseboat, and a push to install a full band for summer concerts. Opening dates are set for May 18 at Fairview and May 11 at Broad Ripple with ongoing enhancements through the season.

Indianapolis Fairview Fairview Park W. F. Milholland Milholland Juventles Broad Ripple John Feigan Garfield Park Felgan Nelson J. Hyde Josyn June Barney Shootingallery Harry Klauseman Jules Levy Klaussmaan Klaussman Canal Broad Ripple Park Elbert B. Peck Broad Ripple Traction Company Peck White River Park Landing Sunshine Isabella Aquatic Club Stockton George Bryce Ripple Park

Dr J A Tarkington Dead in Greensburg Home

Dr Joseph Asbury Tarkington longtime Washington physician died at 8 40 last night at his Tarkington homestead near Greensburg after a two year illness. He served in the Civil War, studied medicine at Georgetown and Columbian institutes, was in the American Medical Association and DC Medical Association, and leaves two children and several siblings. Burial planned for Greensburg with funeral details pending.

Joseph Asbury Tarkington Washington, D. C Tarkington Greensburg Washington American Medical Association District of Columbia Medical Association Elva Meredith Yeatman Martha Stewart John H. Alexander John 8. Tarkington R. Tarkington Simpson Tarkington California

Boy’s Health Improves After Return From Wanderings

Roy McNamara eighteen left Grinnell College in Town, worked in Brightwood railroad shops for Big Four, returned home with his father. He initially refused to go, but after a night together he heeded advice and came back. His health improved during the brief stay as outdoor labor eased the mental burden from study pressures.

Roy McNamara Grinnell College Big Four Railroad Company Brightwood McNamara

Identity of Joe Malvern Revealed in Everett Murder Trial

Everett dispatch confirms the man on trial for wife murder as Gleasing Payne, son of late Indianapolis journalist Dan Payne. The report states Joe Malvern is actually Payne, settling doubt about his true identity amid the high profile case.

Everett Wash Joe Malvern Gleasing Payne Dan Payne Indianapolis

Ewald Buys Park Avenue Home for 9000 Cash in Louisville

Mr J Philip Ewald of Louisville Kentucky yesterday bought his residence at No 1507 Park Avenue for 9000 cash through the A Metzger agency from Albert W Coffin of Coffin Greenstreet and Fletcher. The property will be his new home.

J. Philip Ewald Louisville, Ky A. Metzger Albert W. Coffin Coffin, Greenstreet & Fletcher Park Avenue Ewald

Brave Anderson drayman succumbs after rare neck operation

Thomas Degolyer of Anderson was brought to City Hospital after a Jan. 4 drag wheel accident that broke his neck. Surgeons Dr. Albert E. Sterne and Dr. Jobes performed an unusual procedure to realign cervical vertebrae but he died at 8:40 p.m. after the operation.

Thomas Degolyer Degolyer Albert E. Sterne Jobes Anderson

Violent Stone Toss Between White and Black Youths

Observers report a clash where black youths used rocks from behind box cars and white youths defended a shed fort across the street. Stones were thrown across the street endangering pedestrians. police arrived as both sides dispersed.

McGettigan Leaves Indianapolis Southern Railroad

John B. McGettigan has severed ties with the Indianapolis Southern Railway Company. President D. M. Parry says the withdrawal was due to McGettigan failing to pay for stock subscribed for, not a 'frozen out' discharge. McGettigan held five shares for himself and 4700 as an agent. par value $7500. Purchasers are Henry Rauh, W. E. Stevenson, Courtland Van Camp, and D. M. Parry. He has consulted attorneys Ayres Jones and Holiett.

John BE. McGettigan Indianapolis Southern Railroad Company D. M. Parry McGettigan Southern Company Mr. Parry Henry Rauh W. E. Stevenson Courtland van Camp McGetti

New Rate For Agents In Indianapolis Fire Underwriters

Rough Notes reports the proposed Indianapolis fire insurance rules change will tighten agent governance. It outlines nomination by executive committee, oath on the constitution, a $100 deposit, and bond by the treasurer with investments under committee direction. Fines go to the manager. brokers pay 20 and $50 deposit. eligibility decided by the manager of the bureau. Class A has approved. Class B likely followed within thirty days. a two thirds vote by Class A could finalize.

Indianapolis Fire Insurance Rough Indianapolis Association of Fire Underwriters Association Bureau

A Team's Long Dash From Freight House to Canal Bridge

A team of horses hitched to Frank Mann's grit spring wagon ran away from the L. E. W. freight house at Alabama and Maryland streets yesterday. They thundered along through Washington Street, crossed the canal bridge at Indiana Avenue, then headed west via Vermont Street and back toward Indiana Avenue. One horse tripped on a dangling rein and toppled, stopping the pair. Bicycle Policeman Hull pursued them from the police station but the article notes he kept pace as the chase continued.

Frank Mann Alabama Maryland Streets Canal Indiana Avenue Washington Street Alabama Street Vermont Street Hull

Battalion of Infantry Ordered to Stay at Dip San Francisco

The Third Infantry battalion returned from the Philippines will remain at the dip in San Francisco until June 1 due to ordnance department delays in surrendering occupancy of the Arsenal. The L. C. Thompson Manufacturing Company of Indianapolis was incorporated with $12 capital, directors R. W. Furnas John H. Furnas and F. A. Hamilton. The Parke State Bank of Rockville was incorporated with $75,000 capital.

Ordnance Department Third Infantry Philippines San Francisco L. C. Thompson Manufacturing Company Indianapolis R. W. Furnas John H. Furnas F. A. Hamilton Parke State Bank Rockville

Race clash erupts near J M I tracks at Madison avenue

A race clash broke out yesterday afternoon among colored and white youths near the J M I tracks on Madison avenue. Each side numbered about twenty, and both groups were intent on further confrontation as police intervened to restore order.

Madison Avenue

Private Secretary Named for Postmaster McGinnis

Ella H Snyder chosen as private secretary by Postmaster McGinnis. Renowned stenographer with Loyal Legion work and as reporter for the national W R C convention. Father Charles W Snyder served in Indiana regiment. lives at 1910 Bellefontaine St. April mail business over 52000. year projection reaches 600000 with 15 clerks and 4 carriers to be added July 1.

Ella H. Snyder McGinnis The Loyal Legion Charles W. Snyder Indiana Bellefontaine Street Miss Snyder City Normal School Taylor Manual Training School April

Frightened Laundry Workers With Smallpox Sighting

Joseph Smith, a colored man, stood in the rear of the police station for two hours yesterday showing signs of smallpox. He entered a laundry on East Washington Street, scaring the girls away. Captured, he was taken to the police station and then sent to the pesthouse after several physicians pronounced his case smallpox.

Joseph Smith East Washington Street

Doctor Parsons Freed on Bond After Accidental Shooting

Dr John Parsons was released on 500 bond after shooting Alexander Downie mid day Wednesday police think the incident was accidental. Downie remains partially paralyzed as City Hospital physicians work to trace the bullet. The firing followed years of nervous strain from boys yelling at Parsons.

John Parsons Alexander Downie Parsons Downie City Hospital

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