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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1902
Page
7
William Hall nineteen, injured when wagon overturned, walked to his home in Danville Illinois, rode a street car, reached his house, and died minutes later as doctors attended. The accident involved a nutting wagon, causing his fatal injuries.
Earl Deturk, a Pennsylvania Railroad fireman, was instantly killed today six miles west of Warsaw when he fell from the cab of an eastbound morning mail train. The engineer did not see him fall until arriving at Warsaw. It is believed his head was crushed by a car on an adjacent track. His body was found near the scene.
Idle workers at the Lippincot glass factory after a new glass tank failed and released about forty tons of molten glass. Firemen saved the plant but the delay to recast and reheat the tank will take about three weeks, leaving twenty men idle until repairs finish.
The last copies of the new wage scales for the Window Glass Workers' Association were mailed and arrangements made for a general resumption of window glass factories on Wednesday. The American Window Glass Company plants will be more fully manned than last year due to removal of fines on skilled workers who joined Independent. Marion Ind Oct 13 Tin plate workers of Gas City and Jonesboro form a large cooperative, Pacific Tin Plate Company, to be located near Los Angeles with $300,000 capital. Officers include Joseph Beaver, Geo Biuett, Benjamin Clarke, N. J. Cook, James Elton. The company secured land near Los Angeles and has a bonus of $75,000 to locate in.
The Presbyterian Synod of Indiana met in Goshen on October 13 with Rev. D. W. Moffat of Fort Wayne delivering the opening sermon. Rev. Dr. H. L. Nave of Crawfordsville was chosen moderator, with Rev. Joseph W. Clokey named candidate and Rev. Charles Little and Rev. F. G. Rice as stated and permanent clerks respectively. The fiftieth anniversary of Rev. Dr. B. L. Vannuys will be observed Tuesday afternoon. Special report from Gaston notes Rev. Alexander Black of United Brethren preaching to saloonkeepers and patrons at the New Hall. Nearby Middletown dedicated a new stone Methodist Church last Sunday under Dr. J. W. Bashford of Ohio Wesleyan University, with a large crowd and a fine pipe organ in a frescoed, spacious hall.
In Tipton Indiana a church debt liquidating effort raised funds at a midday rally and evening services. The project cost about 15000 dollars with 4800 unpaid. within forty minutes pledges exceeded the needed amount by 40 dollars. Local clergy and speakers attended the event.
Indiana obituary from Muncie on October 13 reports the burial of Rev Jacob W Heath a Delaware county pioneer and prominent divine. Services were held at his East Adams street home at 2 pm with the Muncie Ministerial Association and Delaware Lodge 46 F and A M in attendance. A Masonic quartet sang and pallbearers included J C Wood Hardin Roads Henry Marsh John F Seman J C Johnson Dr W Bucklin E B Smith and Dr H J Showmaker. All children were present and Mr and Mrs Perry S Heath of Salt Lake City visited for several days.
Edward F. White senior partner of White and White dies after months of illness at 6 PM. Born August 23, 1857 in Nineveh township Johnson County. Former Bucking ham associate and Johnson County bar figure. Franklin College alumnus class of 1883 Phi Delta Theta member. Court adjourned on his death. Survived by widow and two young children. Funeral at Christian Church Wednesday at 2 PM.
William Hudelson of Spice Land township aged 79 died at home near Dunreith. Lamayas Allenberg, prominent Hebrews figure in Elwood, died after a stroke. burial planned in Cincinnati then Jewish cemetery. John A Wilkinson, Portland pioneer, died at Floral Avenue home. funeral at South Island Congregational Church with interment at Liber. John Morris, 40, southeast of Dublin, Richmond area, died from multiple diseases. son of Thomas Morris.
A heavy rain and hail storm accompanied a bold daytime break in at Greger and Scott jewelers. A thief smashed a plate glass window with a brick, stole nine watches, then fled while a nearby restaurant clerk watched. Loss valued at $200. In Elwood a severe wind and thunderstorm caused damage to orchards and struck the Rodefer residence stables, destroying buildings and stock. five horses and a cow were moved to safety.
Richmond Ind October 13 The City Council held a special meeting to tackle the coal shortage. A committee was appointed to study options and report. They will seek bids for 6 000 to 10 000 tons and act as agents to furnish coal to residents at cost. The effort begins immediately.
Elwood Indiana October 14 work began today on a grade for a new style of Union Traction Company belt line encircling the tin plate works. It will connect East Main and South Anderson street lines, adding nearly a mile of track and should be finished before winter.
Vincennes Indiana October 13 Joseph Gog nat who was arrested here a year ago on attempted bank forgery but forfeited his bond was arrested today and delivered to the court by his bondsmen He had just ventured back for the first time since disappearance Special to the Indianapolis Journal Muncie Indiana October 12 At the meeting of Council tonight the Special committees
A heat and power inquiry notes Heat Light and Power Co acknowledge doubling rates and offer rebates. A special committee extends to review future cases as New Castle reports a local investigation continues. Nearby items report accidental death, family reunions, arrests of suspected thieves, storm damages, and civic notices across Indiana towns.
I V Bell's Hermis carried 126 pounds to victory by a half length over Lightweight Warranted in the Mamaroneck handicap at Morris Park. Jockey Rice rode two winners and Lyne signed a future Keene stable contract for 20,000 dollars. Coruscate won the Maiden two-year-old race as the day’s features unfolded with fast times despite a slow track.
TERRE HAUTE Ind Oct 13 Myron McHenry arrived from Lexington with Dan Patch to chase the world harness record on a perfect track. After a mile in 2 00 the last half in 1 2 facing a gale he said he was right for 15 percent.
Weather cut racing time as McHenry paused plans. Lamasney Brothers Albula edged Soothsayer by a nose in five and a half furlongs for two-year-olds at Fort Erie with Hilarity and Chamblee close. In St Louis at the fairgrounds If You Dare and Lazarre led favorites. Orris upset South Breeze in the sixth race amid brisk odds.
Joe Gans lightweight champion stopped Kid McPartland in the fifth round at the International Club in Fort Erie Ontario. A left hook to the stomach ended the bout after two minutes and twenty five seconds with referee Charlie White counting to ten. McPartland, in less than ideal shape, rose briefly but was defeated as about 2000 spectators watched. Herman Miller also lost in the preliminary to Warren Zurbrick in seven rounds.
Justice Hagner of the Equity Court in Washington permanently enjoined 33 local ticket brokers from selling Grand Army special excursion tickets issued by the Pennsylvania Southern Baltimore & Ohio and Chesapeake & Ohio railroads. The court ruled such tickets are void for anyone but the original purchaser and carry fraud penalties if used by another. The decision shapes enforcement on nontransferable, contracted tickets and notes the case does not apply to regular tickets.
A Commercial League meeting at Pastime alleys discussed George Marott’s proposal for each member business to donate 25 to be split as prizes. Fred Rosier of the Eagles and George Kirby of the Whens were named a committee to study the plan and likely approve it. The league will sponsor a series of smokers during the season with the first slated near Thanksgiving, and heads of member firms will be invited to attend bowling contests a week from next Thursday.
William C. Tate, once a famed boxer and referee of the Sullivan-Ryan bout, was declared insane and committed to the Toledo asylum. Jockey Danny Maher plans a U S return after Newmarket, spending health time in the mountains. Trotting at Lexington postponed due to mud. first race to start at 11 daily. Lucien Appleby and The Lady sold for 13000 to Darnell & Herz, owners of McChesney. French Jockey Club bans Milton Henry and Johnny Reiff from riding in England or U S tracks. continental riding barred, possibly Russia exception.
BEATTYVILLE Ky Oct 13 Judge Allen Hyden county judge of Owsley county was shot from ambush at daybreak this morning. Hyden had run for the Republican nomination and was defeated then ran in the fusion ticket in a contentious election that the Court of Appeals recently decided in his favor. Tension and fear of trouble accompanied the dispute.
Charles G. Dale cashier of the New York County National Bank was found dead in his West New Brighton home after shooting himself. He served two years as cashier, was about forty, and left a wife and daughter. Accounts were reported correct and no cause was given for the act.
A Philadelphia Record column argues farming profits hinge on farmer choices and management rather than market forces. It emphasizes prudent credit use, appropriate equipment purchases, selective livestock, and optimizing soil and location for maximum returns.
A 19th century poultry guidance piece emphasizes extra care for hens during autumn moult, noting reduced egg production and feeding strategies. It recommends shelter, ventilation, and a varied grain mash with limited corn, plus noon and night feeding patterns. Professor Doty cited Indiana Farmer illustrates practical ingenuity of small growers.
A farmer in a dry-spot region protects five acres of fruit crops with a home built system. Rain from barn and house is led into a large 50 000 gallon tank, via slanted canvas canvases and gutters, supplying irrigation during droughts. The unit, costly but effective, has kept crops growing for five years with no losses.
New York Commercial notes the 1902 harvest will likely exceed all prior records with corn topping 2.49 billion bushels and oats, rye, barley, buckwheat also rising. Wheat at 610 million, other crops up, total six-crop yield around 4.14 billion bushels. Financial impacts cited.
Practical notes on using air slaked lime to destroy fungi and lime soils where needed. Guidance on rejecting diseased seed potatoes and inspecting bins. Pig sty management, manure handling, and winter bedding with cut straw. Rape as a drought resistant forage crop. Carrots for horses reduce grain needs. Orchards add farm value and sale appeal. Late plowing aids frost and soil structure. Harrow manure in after fall plowing to reduce washout. Plowing requires careful ridges and well drained work.
A dubious charlatan claims 2000 experiments prove a cure for rheumatism without payment up front. He offers Dr Bhoop's Rheumatic Cure via mail order, promising six bottles for three dollars if it works, otherwise he pays your druggist. He asserts success across many cases and urges sending a postal card or letter for an order.
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