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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1901
Page
16
A New York Tribune Rome letter portrays King Victor Emmanuel III and Queen Helen as rising popular figures in Italy. It recounts his decisive barrack inspections, decisive leadership, and her evolving public warmth, contrasting early cold reception with later acceptance as motherhood nears.
In the siege, General Chaffee and staff explore a gate within a double wall. A Chinese sentry, unarmed and smiling, begs to be allowed to return to his post to avoid punishment for leaving duty. Interpreters and shells from French artillery complicate the tense scene as casualties mount nearby.
A Detroit lawyer cites statutes about blowing the railroad whistle when domestic animals are on the track. Judge rules the single whistle was insufficient for two dogs Major and Tige playing near a crossing, leading to Tige being killed and the farmer seeking damages. Major survived.
The record states the warning was meant for Major who escaped, not for Tige who was killed, and notes the farmer paid all costs while railing against railroad monopolies.
The Philippine collection in the north pavilion showcases Filipino life from houses and dress to agriculture, trades, and daily tools. Curated after a 1901–month study in the islands by Colonel F. F. Hilder, the display features bamboo and rattan crafts, agricultural implements, textiles, and native products alongside books, stamps, and art.
A New Orleans tobacco man extols the social leveler effect of tobacco, noting how it erases class distinctions as strangers share a light or a chew. He cites bankers, bootblacks, lawyers, and a ragged street gamin, illustrating how tobacco bridges hierarchies and quiets pride even among adversaries.
Max C. Anderson, lessee, hails the first vaudeville season at the Grand Opera House Indianapolis as a financial success and a crowd magnet, noting weeks of slow early business but rapid growth to large matinee and evening audiences. He hints at an even bigger next season with acts like Lottie Gilson and Camille D Arville and plans to sail for Europe to book talent.
Local reports say differences may lead to a strike if not resolved. A nonunion molder was reportedly hired, prompting union questions while company leadership refuses to discuss matters after 6 pm. National figures like John Mitchell push conciliation plans as plumbers face continued wok stoppages.
The Kelly Ax Manufacturing Company completes a steel and brick plant on fifteen acres in Alexandria Indiana. It claims to be the world’s largest ax factory with daily outputs of 9 800 axes and 24 000 scythes capabilities, powered by an electrical system. Capital is listed at 2 million dollars, with Louis Gibson as architect.
Police curtailed several rounds in a ten round bout between Jack Cullen and Kid Blackburn ending in a draw as agreed if both fighters survive ten rounds Blackburn showed clever boxing while Cullen rallied late. Roy Clark defeated Kid Green. Young Harky beat Tommy Carroll in six rounds.
A meeting of contracting plasterers reportedly decided to pay no more than 40 cents per hour and hire available workers regardless of union status. The union replies with a demand for higher wages, seeking cents more per hour.
Shanghai reports the Empress dowager’s favorite eunuch La Lien Yeng leads a reactionary faction including Lu Chuan Lin Yung Lu Prince Tuan and Gen Tung Fu Hsiang with plans to depose Emperor Kwang Su in favor of Prince Tuan’s son. The article also notes London amusement at American troops withdrawing and a Daily News critique.
State Department says the American force in the Forbidden City remains small and forms the legation guard to be kept in Peking. They occupy the same location since the occupation and will stay until a permanent U S legation compound is secured.
In Cleveland on May 11 the Cuyahoga Savings and Banking Company is said to owe depositors 250000 and be liable for about 20000 in notes endorsed by its president R N Pollock. Notes largely involve United States Carbon Company and Horix Manufacturing. Depositors likely to be treated as preferred creditors. total outside-city note holdings not yet known.
Albany dispatch reports Governor Odell vetoed the Gaines bridge bill allowing an elevated West Street structure in New York City, stating it is a city matter and should go to city authorities. He also vetoed the employers’ liability bill, arguing it harms labor and favoring corporations.
The executive committee has accepted 34 men who will serve as vice presidents of the commission. The plan is to appoint a vice president for each state and territory plus the District of Columbia, totaling 49 positions.
An advertisement for Dr Humphreys Specific Medicines promotes pocket sized vials of homeopathic remedies. It claims Specific No 1 stimulates kidneys to expel uric acid, No 1 4 restores energy, No 19 after meals aids digestion, and 77 colds that linger. Sold at druggists or mailed from New York publishers.
Letter from Corporal D. S. Gressang of Company H, Twelfth U S Infantry, at Tarlac, Luzon, argues the army canteen is essential to curb drunkenness and discipline problems. He contrasts civilian canteens with government provision, noting lost profits to companies and worsening conditions after pay days. He cites demoralization, fights, and guardhouse incidents among soldiers. Dated March 22, 1901.
A one armed evangelist from West Virginia is sent to the penitentiary for ten years for stealing thirteen horses during revival services. Authorities say he failed to follow scriptural injunction and hid misconduct, leading to his downfall and punishment.
John Lawn of 838 South Missouri street visited Lenahan's saloon at West and McCeuley last night. After arguing about beer quantity he struck Lenahan with the pitcher, cutting two gashes. Lawn then walked home with a deep head wound. Police later summoned, and Police Surgeon Christian sewed the injury.
Mrs Abbie Davidson travels to Edinburg for a week. Mrs William Terrell of Washington visits her sister Mrs Lewis Fellows at the Chalfant. Funeral for Mrs E D Bryant aunt of Mayor Taggart at 10 tomorrow from No 20 West Michigan street. Orphans Home School committee named Mrs Emil Wuischner chairman with Mrs John Love and Mrs G A Wells and Mrs Amelia Mansur. Remains of Judge Hayden left Washington for Indianapolis by the Chesapeake Ohio yesterday afternoon and arrive this afternoon. Bethany Park opening set for Friday July 2% closing August ll with cottages to be erected and attendance hoped to exceed last year. William G Bettermann leaves tonight for Washington to attend the incorporation meeting of the Society of American Florists. Mrs J W Devereaux of Chicago visiting daughter Mrs George Blysom on North New Jersey street has left for convalescence. Judge Allen appoints appraisers for condemnation for a private right of way for an electric railway to Martinsville. Subscriptions to Jacksonville fire sufferers via Board of Trade total Flanner & Buchanan 19 William Laurie & Co and John J Cooper. Board may contribute to relief fund. Body of Sheldon M Durbin nephew of Governor Durbin dies at Michigan City. burial at Crown Hill. he served in the 161 Indiana Regiment. Rebekah State Assembly begins seventeenth annual session.
A song service with unusual features will be held at Central Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church tonight at 7 30. Soloists Mary J Christian Rhea Behymer Louis J Dochez with Italian harp by Giuseppe Marone and organ by W B Barry under Edgar M Crawley. The programme includes Requiem choruses Brahms and Mendelssohn works and solos by Dochez and Christian.
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