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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1901
Page
4
The page notes subscription rates for The Daily Journal of Indianapolis Indiana with annual and weekly prices, mailing details, and agents. It comments on labor confidence amid prosperity, a political note on paving as a party issue, and praise for McKinley era labor sentiment. It includes statistics on the U.S silk industry growth and a German report praising American manufacturing progress.
The piece notes conflicting Russia coverage from Chicago and New York papers, then shifts to local crime linked to late saloon hours. It cites murders and assaults after closing time, a reformed man sent to prison, and calls for police to uphold law over legislative timing.
The document argues that authorities grant undue freedom to half-drunken crowds in certain venues. It contends that keeping these places open fuels numerous deadly incidents in the city, implying closer closures are needed to reduce violence.
The piece argues General Fred Grant credited with shaping views on the Philippine insurrection, linking Bryan era rhetoric to the conflict and resulting violence. It states that after Bryan’s defeat and continued US authority, insurrection waned as people supported stability under American rule. It links opposition to policy to bloodshed and criticizes anti imperialists.
The piece argues that machinists will likely shift to a nine hour base with nine hours paid for ten, praising unity and organizational strength while noting political events shaped the outcome. It discusses McKinley’s election, Bryan’s influence, and stock market signals, concluding the labor push as a major historic achievement.
The article notes heavy discipline at West Point for students who oppose the superintendent, predicting punishment for dissidents. It also discusses Democratic mayoral candidacy expectations, with Taggart seen as the only suitable Democrat. A London Daily Express graphic shows American shoe export growth from 1897 to 1900, illustrating rising trade.
A collage of humorous snippets from newspapers including remarks on engagements, Pan-American plans, a doctor’s Latin origin joke, a bride’s price discussion, and a Chicago school lecture on whisky. The humor centers on misunderstandings, social norms, and language quirks.
Chicago May 2 The Post reports American Linseed Oil Company to merge into Union Lead and Oil Company via stock exchange. Preferred stock to receive 48 dollars in Union Lead stock and common stock holders 15 per Linseed share. Union Lead and Oil capital stock set at 17 million dollars. New York May 20 Augustus M Eddy elected vice president of American Linseed Company to succeed G M Metzger. Metzger stays on board. Director changes noted with no special significance.
The organized Greater New York Democracy committee met at Cooper Union on May 20 and adopted a platform condemning Tammany Hall. It denounces city government, cites a carnival of crime and corruption, and calls for Democrats to enroll and drive despoilers from power.
Attorneys for James Callahan appeared before Judge Baker in the criminal division and moved for judgment in the robbery and larceny case tied to the kidnapping of young Cudahy. The court granted discharge on jeopardy grounds, disposing of all cases except false imprisonment and a new perjury case with bond reduced from 3500 to 3000.
Frank Siegel former president of the Siegel Sanders Live Stock Company was arrested in Kansas City Missouri for embezzling 5000 dollars. He posted a 3000 bond. Utley Wedge receiver filed the warrant. Frank Rockefeller controls stock and had sued in Circuit Court leading to appointment of a receiver amid claims of a 10000 dollar loss from Siegel’s speculation and mismanagement.
A body of water and loose coal in an abandoned coal working was tapped near noon at the Silver Brook colliery seven miles from Hazleton. Samuel Klingerman and two others named Gallagher and O'Donnell are missing. It is unknown if they are alive or dead as men hurry to the scene.
Reports of eight boards submitted to the Presbyterian General Assembly are to be discussed through Thursday. The creed revision question will be taken up on that day, with final action expected amid formal church deliberations.
Routine sessions of the Presbyterian General Assembly in Philadelphia address temperance and Sabbath observance. The Permanent Committee on Temperance urges ending army canteens and opposes Sunday openings. Reports praise freedmen ministry, call for increased ministerial candidates, and outline proposals for tax reform and local option against saloon nuisance.
A Southern Presbyterian General Assembly in Little Rock urges the Pan American Exposition directors to close gates on all Sundays, arguing it conflicts with American traditions and civil order. The report covers church consolidation plans, seminary discussions, and mission talks across several gatherings.
In New York on May 2 1899 the Kennedy murder trial enters its third week with key witnesses testifying. George Simpson linked a letter and check to Kennedy while Detective Smith described a bicycle cap found in Kennedy’s office and artifacts from the defendant’s home. Mrs Reynolds mother of Dolly testified to motive, but hearsay objections blocked some questions.
The funeral for Mrs Lyman J Gage was held at the secretary of the treasury residence on Massachusetts Avenue. Rev N D Hillis of Plymouth Church Brooklyn led a simple service with a tribute to Mrs Gage. Notables present included Senator and Mrs Cullom, Attorney General Knox, ex Postmaster General Gary, Mrs Garrett A Hobart and son, the British ambassador and multiple diplomats. The body was sent to Chicago for interment at Rose Hill Cemetery on Wednesday. Secretary Gage, his daughter Mrs Pierce, and Mrs Gage's sister Mrs Hende accompanied the remains. Floral offerings were numerous.
A new killing occurs in Evansville linked to a man shot earlier. Authorities report the move caused by the man’s wife, naming her as a principal figure in the tragedy.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Logansport Indiana May 20 Guy Davidson a carpenter shot and fatally wounded by Charles Michaels at Michaels home six miles north of Logansport Davidson had threatened his ex wife after Michaels married Davidsons divorced wife Michaels fired from a window injuring Davidson who will die Davidson taken to hospital Michaels jailed Evansville man shoots dead traveling salesman Keane in Evansville Keane had assaulted his wife Jones a wealthy merchant released on bond pending preliminary hearing Keane and his wife had been separated for a year Keane from Cairo Illinois is said to have been jealous of his wife
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports sixteen year old Scout Bell hanged himself in the barn of farmer John Stallcup north of Brazil Indiana after his sweetheart, a neighbor's daughter, jilting him. He was an orphan raised by Stalli cup. Bell appeared morose earlier in the day and was found at 4 p.m.
Hartford City Indiana May 20 workers ignore a telegram from New L. A. 308 president John L. Denny warning expulsion for quitting. Independent Blackford Glass Co resumes with Burns scale through May 29 and workers plan to operate until June 30. Marion Indiana May 2 Burk lease to employees to run cooperative window glass factory after officials order to stop work.
Marion Indiana units enforce Nicholson law with third Sunday closure forcing every saloon to shut. Marion State Liquor Dealers League plans meeting to reinforce enforcement and levy $20 assessments on members to fund arrests for any infraction. The drive targets newspapers, newspapers printing, and all businesses to pressure compliance.
In Terre Haute Indiana during a Buffalo Bill show a cannon misfire wounded several performers. James Myerly of Philadelphia lost a hand and suffered severe burns while Edwin Jones of New York sustained serious burns. Myerly remains in precarious condition with potential loss of sight and a ramming splinter injury narrowly avoided the windpipe.
Governor Durbin reportedly appoints Thomas Walker lawyer J C Kulgem coal operator and E South to Terre Haute police board after three commissioners resign. Report from Terre Haute Ind with date May.
The article notes Kolsem as Democratic choice to succeed the Big Four, with Crawford Fairbanks backing. Commissioner Harbagette, whose term ended Jan 1, says he hasn’t resigned, only serving until a successor is appointed. The Governor reportedly has charges against three commissioners regarding dereliction over the Ward lynching in March.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Wabash Indiana May 2 Milo Meredith great commander of the Indiana Maccabees travels to Laporte for the Great Camp meeting. He reports Indiana total membership May 1 at 1503 with 131 new members and 963 lapses or suspensions for a net gain of nine. Mortality 3.7 percent. Two year term shows 3.65 new members secured per deputy efforts and 000 in membership fees collected. Revenues for 18% 11295 190 312.50 total 24285 expenditures 295270.43 balance 3004 on general fund surplus 87. Meredith if confirmed will be re elected for two years.
A Parke county miner at Catlin is missing with $550 from fellow miners. He claimed ties to counterfeiters and offered to share bills. He obtained genuine bills and accompanied miners to a bank to exchange them for other money, presenting 35 bills as counterfeit specimens. He vanished. his parents live near Catlin.
Kentland residents celebrate the golden wedding of John Ade and his wife with nearly a hundred relatives gathered from across the country. The event honors Ade’s long career as first postmaster of Morocco, Newton county auditor, and founder of a local bank stored in a potato barrel, with son George Ade among attendees.
Greensburg Indiana marks the Presbyterian Church diamond jubilee founded 75 years ago under Rev Samuel G Lowry with twelve members. Sole survivor Jane Warriner of Indianapolis is 97. Banquet, services, and an address by Dr Trumbull Lee feature the celebration. Joseph R Montfort served longest, fifteen years, now aged 90. Montfort brother David sends greetings from Colorado.
Nine thousand dollars of new stock for the Home Telephone Company of Wabash will raise cash capital to twenty thousand dollars. Current 6 percent dividends remain, and the new shares fund cable and line extensions as the system expands to serve four hundred subscribers.
In Bloomington Indiana a $20000 damage suit was filed against the Monon Railway Company in the Circuit Court. Mrs Lengley sues for damages for injuries to her husband Paris Ley a hustler who fell into an engine pit while working at night. It is alleged boards were carelessly placed over the hole by other employees.
Portland Indiana May 30 George Tholts a veteran soldier who had suffered several strokes of paralysis died last night His wife preceded him by two months Funeral services will be conducted by the Grand Army of the Republic.
Richmond police reported 770 arrests during the just ended fiscal year. The Memorial Sunday sermon will be delivered by Rev M E Nethercutt of First M E Church in Richmond. Daniel G Ried, New York tinplate magnate, donated a $1000 organ to Second English Lutheran Church in Richmond. Rev Dr J A Alexander of Center Presbyterian in Crawfordsville is weighing a call to Coeetley Beckwith Memorial in Cleveland. A barn belonging to a resident of Clay county meat Cardoula burned.
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