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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1901
Page
5
Louisville bunched hits and drew three walks in the fourth inning to beat Fort Wayne five to two. Weyhing fanned six in a key pitching performance as Mullin and Fuller opposed Weyhing and Zalusky. Attendance reported as 30,000 with Grand Rapids game noted.
South Bend Greens beat the University N 10 to 6 in a high scoring contest. Schaefer and Owensdend contributed for South Bend as the game featured rapid innings and several scoring plays. The report notes a stoppage earlier due to an on field issue before resuming play.
The Franklin College baseball team defeated Butler 14 to 13 after twelve innings in Franklin. Rain delayed play. Barnes pitched for Indianapolis while Vassbinder starred for Marion, as delays affected yesterday’s schedule and set up today’s doubleheader at Washington Park.
In a Southampton Weymouth race, Shamrock I suffered a broken gaff top sail yard and broken back stay block during a fierce squall off the Needles. Sir Thomas Lipton narrowly escaped injury as a back stay block struck the deck near him. Shamrock II led at the start and maintained advantage until the worst squall tore wreckage from the Shamrock I, sending it back to Southampton for repairs. The incident leaves Shamrock II ahead and a re-run expected next Saturday.
A Jacksonville market report lists insurer losses totaling 4,745,000 with many companies named and amounts shown. Rt Rev John Moore and Fr William J Kenny urge US and Canada Catholics to aid Jacksonville after a church and related buildings were destroyed, noting about 125,080 in losses and widespread destitution.
The American University board of trustees decided to begin foundations for two new buildings, the Ohio College of Government and the Pennsylvania Hall of Administration, aiming to lay cornerstones by autumn. Mrs. John A. Logan donated 100 volumes from her late husband’s library and a heroic bronze bust of Gen. John A. Logan.
Springfield reports Fred G. Smith of the firm Smith & Co. shot himself in his hotel room this afternoon after claiming someone provoked him to kill himself. He caused a fatal wound and died at the scene.
New York May 9 The National Trotting Association board of review met in executive session all day and adjourned without deciding the John A. McKerron case. The mare Bertie R. alias Polly G and Adria was expelled for fraudulent change of name and pedigree and for export certificate fraud, with recording fees due for each name change and a $100 fine per start. Several applicants for reinstatement were reinstated or suspended, including L. M. Ormsby and others, while certain horses and names were denied reinstatement. The president may modify Richard McMahon’s suspension.
The tournament opened with Waddington and Trump sharing the lead money as the event heads to its final day. Tomorrow features a five third handicap shoot open to competitors worldwide.
Despite poor weather, Michigan held its varsity meet. Hall defeated Kellogg in a close mile. Dvorak injured ankle in pole vault, Hayes did not run half. Winners included Lieblee in the 1 yard dash, Hayes in 440, Lowe in 2 mile, Barrett high jump, Fishleigh broad jump and pole vault, Shorts hammer, Robinson shot put, Forrest discus.
Cloudy skies and muddy Churchill Downs saw 1500 fans attend a quiet program. Ben MacD’hul won the six furlong handicap, with Senator Beveridge second and Star of Bethlehem third, amid a day of favorited horses winning elsewhere and a 25 to 1 upset. Other tracks reported mixed outcomes as Isia, Hammock, Port Royal, and Amicitia prevailed in tight fields. A Louisville suit seeks 50,000 damages against the new Jockey Club, alleging a Western Jockey Club conspiracy to bar horses.
Cincinnati report notes the Latonia Jockey Club Derby on May 13 with eight or nine starters in an open race. Over five hundred horses are entered for the meeting, high-class entries expected, and bookmakers will have open ring fueling heavy speculation.
The Marion County Agricultural Society seeks a license fee from H B Gentry owner of a dog and pony show. Indiana law from 1852 required fees for exhibitions and directed funds to the agricultural society, but a 1852 amendment and title limits make Gentry exempt as he does not run a circus per Webster. Gentry offered $10 but refused $55 demand as officials search for applicable law amid theater opposition.
Bryson out of form as Lee Graff wins key games to tie Bryson for first in the City Club alleys city championship. Graff posts a 224-3 first five frame average and later singles of 245 and 239ish while Jay and Pritchett split podium spots. Bryson and Graff to playoff next week to decide champion.
The Journeymen Plumbers defend their stance against master plumbers claims, noting no helpers on many jobs and arguing overcrowding harms apprentices. They advocate allowing a boy or laborer only when needed, and cite wider city practice. A Nordyke Marmon settlement with Iron Molders Union may be reached today, with possible strike if unresolved.
In Madison Indiana two vastly different licenses were issued. Isaiah Brooks sixty nine and Chloe Turk sixty five obtained a license after a witness was found. Norman G Williams seventeen and Stella Bragdon fifteen received licensing with parental consent.
The matinee matinees draw more children than adults while evening shows favor elders as juveniles cheer the clever trained dogs. Four more opportunities remain for Indianapolis patrons to see this up-to-date display of animal intelligence.
In Lincoln Nebraska on May 9 clear weather boosted scores at the third day of the statewide amateur shooting tournament. Sanders won the state amateur championship. In fifteen targets Burke Moore Gottlieb Raines Shaddock Irwin led first, with Gilbert Herr Moore Smith Carter also strong. Twenty targets saw Burke Moore Parmelee Waadington Shaddock Irwin tied for first. Money divisions favored Powers Herr Rogers Irwin in Fifteen targets. Twenty targets saw Gilbert Powers Herr Burke Linderman Moore Bray Townsend Dominic tied with clean scores. Twenty-five targets resulted in Gilbert Powers Bray sharing first money with twenty-five hits.
Ten people at J F Barth home near Central avenue and Thirty third street were poisoned Saturday by supposed calf liver bought at the central market. All who ate the meat suffered spasms and cramps. several were in danger. A diseased hog liver is blamed and Mrs Barth may have received the wrong product. Board of Health notified. investigation ongoing.
Two traveling men, apparently under the influence of Iquar, fought in the Bates House lobby last night, creating a stir for several minutes. The men reconciled and departed in a sociable mood.
Four friends sit packed on a New York street car as women stand. A seat exchange unfolds with humor as men humorously auction seats for drinks, then share seats with women and an old man. The scene highlights social norms about seating and generosity during a crowded commute.
Two companies have not signed the contracts. One ignores communications entirely while the other says the manager is out of the city and cannot respond until his return. The situation leaves the agreement pending and unsettled.
A bankruptcy petition was filed in federal court by Andrew W. Stevens of Logansport. Dr. W. M. Wright spoke on Sur y at the Hamilton County Medical Society meeting in Noblesville. The U.S. grand jury finished postal case work and will probe counterfeiting next. Julia Goodhart travels to Washington to represent the local Board of Children's Guardians at a native charities conference. Dr. John Inglis of Chicago, former China medical mission head, will address the Y M C A at 3:30 Sunday. The Audubon Society meets at the Commercial Club at 8 with a schools work review. Governor Durbin plans to stay away till Monday, with a trip to Chicago and perhaps fishing before returning to duties. Traveling salesman Co L Thompson faces charges of obtaining money under false pretenses, with loans from Indianapolis residents including Capt. William E English. A First Lieutenant Glendon M White’s resignation led to an election for a successor. Local dignitaries Woollen, McAvoy, Geeting, McBride, and Mrs McKay have lectured on kindness to birds and animals. A robin funeral was held at School No 7, and a pupil in Haughville replaced a nest under threat. W H Leedy travels to institute new lodges in Kimmel, Shirley, and Chalmers, with Indiana lodge growth ahead. New lodges expanding statewide. 50,000 Odd Fellows expected in Indiana by June. The Rebekah order counts 34,000 members, 20.40 of them women, with grand encampment planned in the city this September.
An old ad copy touts Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as a fifty year remedy for teething colic and bowels. It urges mothers to buy at druggists, price 25 cents per bottle, praising its soothing qualities for infants. Also mentions a soap product for complexion and hair dye.
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