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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1902
Page
3
Delegates remained seated past midnight as ballots continued with little sign of a breakthrough. Only minor cheers rang out for milestone counts such as the two hundredth, three hundredth, and four hundredth ballots, while the five hundredth ballot drew muted acknowledgment amid fatigue.
In Wabash ten thousand people crowded a tent for the Eleventh district convention. Delegations from six counties arrived with ardor for their candidates, led by Grant and Huntington counties. The antis and Steeles contested seating, with a 51 to 54 vote in favor of seating anti delegates, then Landis, Good, Steele, and Cowgill placed in nomination for chair and permanent secretary.
The Pennsylvania Company states a through coach will enter Cleveland. Previously passengers were transferred by trolley from Bridge Transfer. Transfers will occur at Martin's Ferry and the run will be over the Bridge and Terminal.
Washington Star reports Boston explores whether rhubarb should be classified as a fruit or a vegetable. The discussion echoes a long standing debate on culinary versus botanical definitions and may influence local labeling standards.
Forecast for Thursday and Friday calls for showers and thunderstorms and cooler conditions in Indiana with fresh south winds on Thursday and fair weather Friday. Ohio mixed with partly cloudy Thursday warmer in the north and likely night showers, then generally fair Friday with east to southeast winds. Temperature context includes 62 to 70s and a preliminary mean meager precipitation report.
Shipping notices list arrivals and departures at New York Cherbourg Rotterdam and Boston. Oceanic from Liverpool PLYMOUTH Ham ané and other vessels arrive while Sylvania Haverford Majestic and Ivernia sail to and from Boston New York and Southampton. Rotter dam and Le Havre passages noted with La S orbital voyage intentions.
Democratic state committee members and visitors filled hotel lobbies as they convene for the meeting at 11 o clock. O Brien of Lawrenceburg and Lincoln Dixon of North Vernon arrived amid talk of an internal fight over the chairmanship with Kern and opponents named among possible candidates. Some lawmakers and constituents urged support for various figures including Morass Dougherty Menzies and Miers though Miers strength appears weak.
Nashville Brown county prepares for a June 5 Democratic congressional convention in the Fourth district at the Grand Hotel with Lincoln Dixon presiding. Delegates must travel twenty miles overland as no railroads serve the county. The event, first of its kind in Brown, honors local Democrats while a rival candidate Brown Colne emerges, though opposition to Griffith is not expected.
Cyrus E. Davis, a former Indiana House member and rival in the Second district congressional race, arrived in Indianapolis with G. H. Hendren on private business. He declined to discuss politics and will not return to the next House session, with unconfirmed talk he may seek a joint senator nomination from Monroe, Brown and Greene counties.
W L Slinkard of Bloomfield, a former Greene and Sullivan counties prosecutor, told to the Grand Hotel crowd that Miers will be reelected in the Second district. He noted minor Greene county dissatisfaction over Davis's defeat but said Davis's friends will support Miers. He added Bloomfield residents are excited over potential oil production.
Chairman James P. Goodrich of the Republican state committee arrived in town from Winchester and will stay through Saturday. Headquarters work proceeds in routine fashion, though no grand display is expected until the Democratic ticket is nominated.
Edwin Lawrence Godkin editor emeritus of the Evening Post died in Brixham England after a brain hemorrhage on May 11 at age 70. He spent last winter away from the U S and moved to England on May 28. Survived by second wife Katherine Sands and son Lawrence Godkin a New York lawyer. first wife Miss Foote had one son and a daughter who died in infancy.
Santa Cruz May 21 Major Seward Dill, aged ninety, founder of the Republican party in Maine, and a delegate to the convention that first nominated Abraham Lincoln. He served many years as postmaster at Phillipsburg and was a friend of Hannibal Hamlin, James G Blaine, and Senator Frye.
A band of bank robbers active for a week terrorizes Charles Mix and Hutchinson counties in South Dakota. Scotland Ethan and Harrison banks are blown open in quick succession with a daylight escape. A posse from Avon pursues the robbers as residents watch in fear.
A telegram received at the McKinley memorial committee headquarters in Ohio indicates a donation of five hundred pounds to the McKinley Fund. The message, dated May 21, confirms the contribution and honors the late president.
Grand Chief Arthur of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers speaks in Norfolk Virginia as the convention remains in session. He notes the McKinley memo concern and discusses union priorities during the meeting.
May 21 San Francisco James J Jeffries and Robert Fitzsimmons agreed to a world heavyweight title fight with hand bandage terms, selecting San Francisco Club’s 70 percent share. They posted $2500 forfeits each, with the winner earning 6 percent of gross and the loser 4 percent. Training set at Harbin Springs and Skaggs Springs. Eddie Creany tapped as referee. Dal Hawkins KO’d by Perry Quenan in Seattle ninth.
Reports described short, decisive explosions like cannon fire from sea, with tremors and a red sunset from volcanic dust. Weather officials nationwide found no earthquake shocks. Charleston noted volcanic dust in the air and a red sunset, while Jacksonville and Tampa reported no seismic disturbance.
The New York Herald notes improved target practice by the North Atlantic squadron during southern drill grounds inspection. It compares favorably with last summer, praises the crew for returning to high efficiency, and cites marks of progress in the Kear sarge on this coast and the Wisconsin in the Pacific.
The New York Evening Post notes the fifty year jubilee of the first spiritualist association with its Philadelphia gathering. Charter members attended in person or via mediums, a lively roll call, and remarks from President Barrett. Spiritualism is credited with shaping moral progress and the “civilization of the soul,” linking messages to historic figures like Alexander II and Lincoln.
Hahn faced two errors, including a muff and a wild throw, costing Cincinnati a 4-3 defeat to Brooklyn. Kitson scattered hits as Brooklyn won 3-1, with Sheckard and Magoon producing early runs and Dobbs a three-base hit. Attendance 300 as Chicago and New York also prevailed in other league games.
In Madison on May 21 Notre Dame announced a game delay due to washout. No rescheduled date was provided. The brief notice notes the teams involved as Notre Dame and Purdue with Umpire-Biteliore referenced in the text.
In a tie in the tenth, Wolverton singled, Delehanty doubled, and Keister tripled to drive in the winning run for Washington. St. Louis and Washington both totaled several hits as the game ended 6-5 with Washington taking the victory.
Memorial Hall at Thiel College Greenville burned at 3 am causing about 235000 in losses. Nearby boys dormitory evacuated in night clothes with no injuries. Incendiary origin suspected. Also fires in St Agathe des Montes sanatorium and Bradbury piano factory in Brooklyn caused substantial damages.
The Springfield Republican reflects on the psychological impact of volcanic or seismic devastation at Martinique, noting how such vast earth processes dwarf human concerns. It argues that even grand human ambitions appear insignificant beside geologic force, suggesting civilization’s cares look trivial by comparison.
New York Telegram notes ping pong is fading as a fad and soap bubble blowing emerges as a supposed health exercise. Experiments are underway to prove it as a muscle builder, while its novelty challenges the old pastime of shelling peas.
This notice states EB. W. GROVE must appear on every box of the genuine Laxative Bromo Ulinine Tablets the celebrated Cold and Grip Cure priced at 2 cents. The directive emphasizes the trademarked name as a quality assurance mark for consumers.
Managers of local boxing carnivals have arranged a ten round decision bout at the Empire Monday night between Kid Blackburn of Indianapolis and Kid Bradford of Chicago. The fighters weigh near 133 and 123 pounds, with referee Herman Marx of Alexandria to officiate. Training quarters secured for Bradford at Beverly Howard's, and ventilation upgrades planned for the theater. The card features strong preliminaries and notes Blackburn's recent bouts against Crosby and Cullen.
The Salt Lake Tribune relays General Chaffee from Mindanao describing a salubrious country and sulky chiefs awaiting developments. A show of force may be needed to persuade peace, with more troops sent but no aggressive steps unless forced by the Moros. The general is trusted to do right, and fighting would not occur unless compelled.
In Baltimore on May 21 Detroit of the American League beat the Orioles in a quick, sharp display of fielding. The contest featured tense plays and key moments as Detroit secured the win despite tight defense from Baltimore.
In Columbus Ohio a pastor visiting a home with Freddie, a bright youngster, is asked by the boy how many souls he has saved. The scene unfolds as Freddie sits on the pastor’s knee and inquires about his soul-saving record, prompting a gentle exchange about faith.
In Kansas City on May 21 umpires forfeited to Louisville after ruling KC players delayed action for rain. Final score showed Louisville ahead 14 to 3 in the fifth, with box details and player lineups for both clubs. Separately Minneapolis edged Columbus to a 1-0, and St. Paul topped Toledo 5-3 behind strong pitching. Attendance figures noted.
The Lapel Reds of Lapel Indiana seek a ball game with any Indiana team. Address Raymond Woodward manager Lapel Indiana. Billy Earle, former League player, who played two seasons with Richmond Indiana and later in Havana Cuba, has moved to Knoxville Tennessee to play.
At Mor ris Park six of seven races were won by short priced horses while the seventh went to 40 to 1 shot Blue Banner. Lady Uncas led virtually all the way in the Van Courtlandt handicap, beating Gay Boy by a short head after Himself was disqualified for bumping Flying Buttress. Mary Street won The Gayety for two year old fillies and Smoke prevailed at 1 to 7 in the fourth race.
Chicago May 21 The public attempt to pick winners at Worth today over a heavy track proved costly as four of the favorites in the first five races were beaten. Finishes were mostly struggles and the sport was tame overall with C. B. drafted.
Even money favorite Campbell was easily beaten in the day’s feature over one and one sixteenth miles. Winners and odds show Ben Frost at 2 to 1, The Done at 2 to 1, Sas cos at 7 to 1, Pirate's Queen at 1 to 1, Major Mansur at 5 to 2.
In St Louis on May 21 favorites won four of six races. Crimean edged Petit Maitre after a stretch contest, with O'Neill guiding Crimean to victory as Found faltered. Winners and odds listed include J. Sidney Walker at 2 to 5, Lakeview Belle at 2 to 1, Sinf at 6 to 1, Cheacan at 1 to 1, and Love's Labor at 4 to 6, Tick ful at 7 to 0.
At Louisville on May 21 Glensen led as the sole winning favorite with others near the top including Lovable Style Zitt Scottie and Chorus Boy. Across the nation reports from Elwood and Washington noted high shooting scores at state meets and plans for upcoming events in England and polo.
Cleveland players dominated the alleys in the interstate bowling tournament. The two man team of Marshall and Burroughs led with 1,128. Percy Hills topped individual scores with 1, and the five man Stock yards team posted 2,715 in night play, while Fournier and Keller won the two man honors with 1,067.
Berlin editors of German sporting papers condemn tactics used by rival cyclists to disrupt the long distance contest on May 19. They accuse foreign bicyclists of unfair play and call for fair treatment of Ma Renee the colored cyclist amid the heat of the race.
California trainer A Hickok and Budd Doble unloaded a string of fast horses at the state fair grounds. The team will jog and train there before heading to Cleveland for final training, with plans to continue at Indianapolis due to favorable climate and track quality. Clipper, a Santa Rosa bred yearling, and Thornway, a four year old pacer, lead the string. Doble’s roadsters and coach horses from the coast accompany the group.
Frank Brown and wife married two weeks settle into a moving house that rides ten feet high on rollers after a porch mishap. The groom retrieved a cream jar and found their residence rolling away while the landlord demanded removal. They adapted by using huckster wagons and a ten foot ladder as the house traveled to a new location.
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