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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1901

Page

3

Amusements at Park and Englishs Opera House

The Fer ris company presents The Fatal Card at Park Theater today and tomorrow with matinee and evening shows. Wil A Brady brings Uncle Tom's Cabin to Indianapolis for a single New York noted appearance. May Irwin appears at Englishs Opera House next Tuesday in Madge Smith Attorney with ticket sales starting tomorrow. Nat C Goodwin and Maxine Elliott star in The Merchant of Venice next Wednesday with sales Friday morning. The Grand features the Sa-Vans acrobats and Ralph Johnson in vaudeville. Richard Mansfield revives King Henry V at Englishs Opera House tonight drawing a cultured crowd, with 7 45 start.

New York Indianapolis Wil A. Brady English Opera House May Irwin Madge Smith Nat C. Goodwin Maxine Elliott Goodwin Goodwin-El- Mott Ralph Johnson the Grand Jules Levy Richard Mansfield Henry V Augustin Daly Miss Irwin

Many Social Events Highlight Irvington Season

A flurry of gatherings fills Irvington society pages as Mrs J A McKinney hosts a birthday tea assisted by relatives, Mrs Walter Fugate entertains in honor of sister Mrs H L Snyder, and Mrs F K Shepard welcomes guests for ten tables. A lawn fete for Central avenue M E Church is planned, a tea honors Miss Fannie Sloan on her upcoming marriage, and Mrs Lydia Gilbert Millard hosts a large reception with spring flowers and elaborate decor. The Rink Weber wedding at Assumption Church is detailed with attires, attendants, and reception plans. couple to move to Chicago before settling at 2219 Talbott Avenue. Other society notes include campus events, engagements, and club meetings across Irvington.

Seaton Franklin Atkins Nellie Samuels F. K. Shepard Woodruff Place Rinesagen Shepard Connolly William T. Brown Central Avenue M. E W. T. Brown George A. Richards Charlies W. Gorsuch Sue Howe Fannie Sloan Whittington Underhill Cincinnati Miss Howe Mary Davis Florence Jones Edith McMaster Grace Armstrong Louise Dryer Virginia Pick L. S. Ayres W. B. Wheelock O. H. Hasselman Clifton Comly Garrard W. J. Richards Hervey Bates Miss Dugdale Spann Katharine Edith Allick Gladys Walcott Rink—Weber Ida Weber Charles B. Rink Assumption Church Joseph F. Weber J. T. Bauer Prescott Joseph A. Chartrand Peter and Paul's Chapel F. B. Dowd St. Joseph's Church John T. Brennan Rose Meters Theresa Kramer Elwood Daniel Morton G. A. Weber J. B. Weber Iss Meiers Miss Kramer Huber John Schroeter S. Frank Huber Marion Joseph Munchhof Frank Munchhof Anderson Ames Sharkey Terre Haute Spa ‘Ank Frohnapfie Cambridge City J. Fritsch Misa Hulda Haestick Rink Chicago North Capitol Avenue Talbott Avenue Arthur Johnson Mexico City Emma Johnson A. S. Wright Alexandria Ethel Wright Ritter Avenue Jean Blair Jessamine Armstrong Marinsville Kokomo Longley Noblesville Edith Longley S. G. Nebeker Covington Eva EK. S. Earl Macatawa Park Mich James C. Norris University Avenue Turkey Lake Bertha Mason Asheville N. C Butler Albert Hall Kappa Kappa Gamma Fraternity Charlotte Powell Teappe Varna Richey Minnie Wink Mary Wickler Exsie Hunter Marie Martin Helen Downing Scot Butler Downey Avenue Macy Coughlen Irvington Claude Shaffer John R. Tomlinson P. C. Jacobs Sylvester Johnson Eunice Harris Minneapolis Albert Johnson Jesse Summers Wilson Dean J. G. Kingsbury

Citizens Plan Action to Relocate National Glue Works

Neighborhood residents near the National glue works on West Fourteenth street held a mass meeting at Ward's Hall to seek removal of the plant outside city limits. A committee including Tracey McCormack Morgan Gates Bristow will confer with glue works officers, with a potential filing to the Board of Health as a nuisance if no amicable agreement is reached.

National Glue Works West Fourteenth Street Ward's Hall West Sixteenth Street Thomas Tracey J. R. McCormack B. J. Morgan Harry B. Gates Joseph A. Bristow Citizens’ Committee Board of Health

Thirteen Year Old Wins High Bid in Hereford Sale

A Shelbyville boy, aged thirteen, bid against E B Martindale at the central States spring combination sale in the Union Stockyards to win Margaret, a premier Hereford cow from J C Adams. The youngster, son of C E Amsden, outbid seasoned bidders, reaching 100 dollars before the sale closed as the crowd cheered. Martindale, Amsden and others bought multiple cows. Dorana sold for 300 and Dinah J for 700, with eighty one cows sold overall and bulls less in demand.

Central States Union Stockyards Margaret J. C. Adams Moneaqua, II HE. B. Martindale Mr. Martindale David Wallace C. E. Amsden Shelbyville Indiana Horse and Mule Company Martindale EB. B. Martindale Indianapolis A. A. Womack Guy Hawes Amsden & Son Mr. Amsden Dorana F. A. Nave Attica Ind Dinah J City Primrose C. A. Jamison Titania E. B. Martindale Little Jewel S. L. Wright Cadella Elvina Stuart Shadeland John Lewis J. Hedges & Son Bess S. H. Goodman Carlotta Beauty B. Martindale Prunella Pride Clem Graves B. E. Keyt Newton Alcina S. Wolcott Concord Mich Shadeland X

Federal Grand Jury Work Begins Proceedings at 2 PM

The U S grand jury opened its session yesterday afternoon to investigate postal violations. Joseph P Hawkes of Goshen was chosen foreman, with the session expected to last about two weeks. A related case against Michigan Central Railroad for $10000 damages was settled for $2475 after the plaintiff’s husband, an engineer, died days after a collision. The Hyatt suit against L E W filed in the U S court has been dismissed.

United States Grand Jury Joseph P. Hawkes Goshen Marietta Michigan Central Railroad Company Michigan City Harry Hyatt United States

Health Report Shows April Better Than March For State

State Board of Health reports April generally healthier than March aside from smallpox. Measles typhoid fever diarrheal troubles and intermittent fever dysentery show increased prevalence while bronchitis influenza scarlet fever puerperal fever pneumonia tonsillitis pteuritis meningitis diphtheria croup erysipelas and cholera infantum decline in area.

State Board of Health Beesing Court

Memorial tribute to Grace Julian Clarke's portrait of her father

Grace Julian Clarke has prepared a memorial chapter honoring her father George W. Julian. It is not a formal biography but an Appreciative reminiscence focusing on his character and public life. The memoir is neatly bound and features a fine portrait of Mr Julian.

Grace Julian Clarke George W. Julian Plainfield Tadianapolis Stineay Indisa Spolia

Private souvenir limited edition of Julian portrait

A privately printed little book featuring Julian in his prime and a Mahoney death mask reproduction. It was circulated among his personal friends, and a limited number has been placed with Bowen-Merrill Company for general purchase.

Board to decide fate of arsenal grounds in Washington

War Department says a board of army officers will examine arsenal sites in Washington and other recently discontinued arsenals. If lands hold value for military use they may stay under War Department control. if not, they could pass to the Interior Department as abandoned reservations with final disposition remaining to Congress.

War Department Washington Army Department Interior Department Congress

Merchants Association asks Board to flush downtown streets

The Indianapolis Merchants Association presented a memorial to the Board of Works proposing a uniformed flushing brigade for downtown streets from East to West and Ohio to Georgia, to operate two to three times weekly during the dry season. The plan aims to reduce dirt and dust harming stocks and boost city advertising, urging prompt action.

Indianapolis Merchants’ Association Board of Works Merchants’ Association Broadway New York City East Street West Street Ohio Street Georgia Street

Board of Works Inspect Tenth Street Bridge Proposal

The Board of Works visited the Tenth street bridge over the canal yesterday afternoon. They plan to lower the structure three feet to align with Tenth street. Bee Davis, vice president of the water company, accompanied the board.

Board of Works Tenthstreet Canal Tenth Street Bee Davis Theater Company Delage

City to extend English Avenue line to Rural Street

Mayor Taggart said the Board of Works and the Street Railway Company will immediately extend the English Avenue line to Rural Street. The Capitol Avenue sprinkling contract was awarded to F. W. Fuehring by the Board of Works.

Taggart Board of Works Street Railway Company Capitol Avenue F. W. Fuehring

Remy Objects To Delayed Court Reports

Charles F. Remy, reporter for the Supreme and Appellate courts, says an anonymous afternoon paper critic unjustly complains that higher court reports are not published fast enough. He notes Volume 155 of the Supreme Court Reports ends January 1 and includes petitions for rehearing to March. The twenty fifth volume of Appellate Court Reports reaches January, with printing underway, and he warns a new Supreme Court volume cannot be formed until September.

Charles F. Remy Supreme and Appellate Courts Remy Secretary of State Supreme Court

Relief fund formed for Jacksonville fire sufferers

The Board of Trade relief committee raises funds for Jacksonville Florida fire victims. Subscriptions are received by Secretary Jacob W. Smith at 66 Board of Trade, with receipts issued. A relief committee meeting at the secretary’s office at 4 this afternoon will arrange remittance of funds to the stricken city.

Board of Trade Relief Committee Jacksonville Pla Jacob W. Smith Board of Trade Relief Committee

Thomas Conners Arrest Linked to Local Robberies

Thomas Conners known as Hayback was arrested at Fort Wayne then brought to Indianapolis by Detective Bray. He faces burglary and petit larceny charges after detectives say two boys confessed to his involvement in a druggist Fogas hold-up and the Geiger residence robbery on Union Street. Detectives say Conners stands put.

Thomas Conners Hayback Fort Wayne Christena Meyers Indianapolis Bray Conners Fogas Joseph Geiger Union Street

Tax deadline yields record spring collections

Monday marked the final day to pay the spring tax installment, with $124,800 collected. The total spring receipts reached $1,101.10 and delinquent tax collections rose to $80,600, an unprecedented record.

Trust to Luck or insure your home and title

An advertisement urges readers not to rely on luck for protecting property and promotes Indiana Title Guaranty and Loan Company at 139 East Market Street with telephone number 3005 offering home and real estate title insurance services.

Indiana Title Guaranty and Loan Company East Market Street

Journeymen Plumbers Stand Firm in Apprentice Ban

The Journeymen Plumbers Union held a long session last night and refused to work with helpers. Only J. C. Dunn and Kirkhoff Brothers firms operate, with Kirkhoff’s pin Sete reportedly ready to join. Masters demand workers accompany with helpers, while the union vows no concessions and says the national body backs its stance. The strike’s length is unclear as both sides remain rigid.

J. C. Dunn and Kirkhoff Brothers

Strike Continues As Union Wage Scale Sought

Negotiations over the hardwood floor layers strike stall as only two contractors, H. E. Hamilton and C. Thomas, report compliance with the union's charter. Most workers remain out for four weeks. Central Labor Union demands a definite response by Saturday night. State Labor Commissioner McCormack is involved.

National Headquarters H. E. Hamilton Mr. C. Thomas Central Labor Union Central Organization McCormack

Elwood Musicians’ Union Sues Montani Brothers Over Fined Allegations

The Musicians Union of Elwood accused Montani Brothers Orchestra of playing outside jurisdiction. The executive committee exonerated them locally but the national body did not concur. A $100 fine was imposed and Montani protest seeks dismissal. They argue they were not heard and that the issue affects many unions, to be settled at the national convention in Denver this month.

Musicians’ Union of Elwood Montani Brothers’ Orchestra American Federation of Musicians Elwood Union Montani Brothers Montanas Montanis Muncie Denver

City News Items From A City Page

The Board of Sealth raised the smallpox quarantine at 1619 Maxwell street. Secretary Hunt expects late acts of the Legislature to be in force by Saturday. Rep Joseph H Clark’s ineligibility shifts rail workers’ support to John T Williams for deputy Factory Inspector McAbee. Coroner Brayton to announce verdict in Eliza Klingman death case. Indianapolis Danoe Club opens next Wednesday May 15 with weekly informal dances and a new dock and canoe house. Shortridge High pupils perform Wagner’s Flying Dutchman scenes and recitations. First Presbyterian Greenfield Vocalion concert tonight with Joseph Joiner Charles Hansen Ms Wa Fisher and M J Spades. Hendricks monument scales recovered. detectives Holtz and Morgan to replace them. A nameless woman frightened by a potential collision in a Virginia avenue car scene.

Board of Sealth Maxwell Street Hunt Joseph H. Clark McAbee John T. Williams Brayton Yoatestay Eliza Klingman Norwood Indianapolis Danoe Club Wagner Shortridge High School Vocalion First Presbyterian Church of Greenfield Indianapolis Joseph Joiner Charles F. Hansen Mixs Wa Fisher M. J. Spades Hendricks Monument Statehouse Yard Holtz and Morgan Cleveland

Impetigo Contagiosa Reported in Shelby County

Dr. Hurty investigated an eruptive disease resembling smallpox in Shelby county. The condition, impetigo contagiosa, is highly contagious but not fatal, common among those with poor cleanliness and nourishment. Prof. F T Waters promotes the Industrial Missionary Association to fund homes for Black Belt families.

Dr. Hurty State Board of Health Shelby County F. T. Waters Industrial Missionary Association M. C. N. Pond Black Belt Professor Waters Stubbins House

Crowds Enjoy Gentry Dog and Pony Show Delights Patrons

The Gentry dog and pony show drew a large crowd at Capitol avenue and Sixteenth street with 2500 spectators over yesterday afternoon and last night. Women and children especially delighted as ponies and dogs performed. The show will continue through the week.

Capitol Avenue Sixteenth Street Ae Snore

NWMP and Boers to appear in Wild West show May 21

A North West Mounted Police squad famed as Canada frontier protectors joins the Wild West arena this season along with Boers fresh from South Africa. The Strathcona Horse earned high honors in the South African war and received kingly medals on passage through England in February. A detachment of Rough Riders will also appear with the show, which tours here on May 21.

Great Frontier Canada South Africa Strathcona Rough Riders Plains Northwest Canada England

College Avenue Bridge Petition Sparks North Fall Creek Road Plan

Sixty property owners north of Fall Creek filed with County Commissioners a petition for a bridge across Fall Creek at College Avenue and for extending the street north to Broad Ripple. The proposed road would pass east of Newby Oval and west of the fairgrounds, but commissioners can act only after the County Council meeting next September due to lack of appropriation.

Fall Creek College Avenue Broad Ripple Newby Oval Fair Grounds

German House Tax Exemption Under Review

Township Assessor Jefferson reports the German House and its north city park are exempt from taxation. The organization is described as fraternal, educational and religious by some, while a member insists it is mainly educational and not fraternal or religious.

Jefferson

Six Hundred Children Vaccinated At City Dispensary

The City Dispensary reports over six hundred children vaccinated following the Health Board order banning unvaccinated pupils from public schools. The dispensary staff remain busy around the clock issuing vaccination certificates.

the Health Board

Leg Breaks for Maggie Griffin in Bicycle Hit Run

A girl named Maggie Griffin of Ti Canal Street was struck by two men riding bicycles on Fayette Street last evening. One leg was broken. The assailants fled and police seek their identities as witnesses report the men were scorching down the sidewalk.

Maggie Griffin Ti Canal Street Fayette Street

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