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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1900
Page
4
A Wisconsin minister, fatigued by months of waiting, has filed suit to recover two unpaid wedding fees. The piece notes that despite modern romance, ministers must eat, stressing the need for at least one square meal daily.
A Washington correspondent notes a shift in attire as the Corean minister moves from quaint oriental garb to a Prince Albert suit and striped trousers of the latest American cut during this winter’s afternoon social rounds.
A Chicago man sentenced to the penitentiary by a jury for plural marriage wept long and bitterly as he was led away. The episode illustrates the complexity of human nature with some men rejoicing at escaping 20 wives even in confinement.
The piece notes Gov. Stanley of Kansas is adept at writing with both hands. It adds that his signature looks identical whether penned by the right or left hand, a trait contrasted with Prof. Todds proposal for equal ambidextrous instruction in schools.
The American liner Paris, after narrow escapes near the Manacles and being deemed lost, has finally reached the shipyard at D Bel fast for repairs. Despite many ups and downs, owners say as long as she has one more up than down, they are satisfied.
Sailors aboard the Baltimore schooner barkentine Hattie G. Dixon refuse to sleep in the forecastle after claiming balls of fire were seen. The ship carried phosphorus and rats rubbing against it produced ghostly lights, alarming the crew and baffling the captain.
The new Kearsarge, preserving the historic name of the vessel that defeated the Alabama, will be put in commission this month. The old Mearsarge was a steam sloop of war and now would be nearly obsolete next to ships like Constitution or Nelson era three-deckers. The new Kearsarge is among the era’s most powerful battleships.
The article recalls France and Egypt from Napoleon’s era to the present, noting centuries of French interest in Egypt and ongoing plans for conquest that history repeatedly thwarted by fate and upheaval. It emphasizes the persistent but unrealized French ambitions since Napoleon.
In a striking ruling a judge upholds a baby’s loud cries within city limits. An elderly bachelor, who assaulted a woman in his flat after the infant’s cries stirred him into action, was jailed on related charges as the mother and maintainer of a nuisance. The court affirms the baby’s right to vocal outbursts late at night.
The Navy reports the Isla de Luzon has been commissioned in Hong Kong after being sunk at Manila by Dewey and rebuilt by Hobson. The 1030 ton 1887 vessel ships at 16 knots with light draft, suited to Philippine service. Isla de Cuba and Don Juan de Austria likewise near readiness for active duty.
A century of scorn for Mary’s lamb is ended by Edward Everett Hale of Boston who argues that pets including lambs cats dogs and rabbits should be allowed in schools to teach children kindness and humane treatment.
The New York bicycle show stirs lively interest in the sport and a study of 1900 models finds no violent alterations. Modifications meet the approval of the real wheeling fraternity, with handlebars gaining an upturned twist signaling an era of sensible riding.
A concise roundup presents the latest news from Washington and the East West and South. It highlights political developments and developments of interest to readers following national and regional affairs.
The Senate discusses the financial bill and favors creating a department of commerce and industries with cabinet status. The House reports a tariff bill on Puerto Rico goods. Senator Jones of Arkansas offers a free silver coinage substitute. Gear is seated for a six year term from March 4, 1901. Private pension bills pass in the evening. The Allen Loer resolution moves, then is reconsidered, as financial debate continues. The House did not meet on the day.
Admiral Dewey received a gold medal from the Union League club of Brooklyn commemorating his Manila Bay victory. Commander Richard Wainwright is named superintendent of the United States Naval Academy. President designates Richard Wainwright honorary Masonry member while Gen. Lawton’s funeral is held at Arlington. The president and 3,000 soldiers attend. January exports reach 64.5 million dollars, down from 74.7 million year prior. U S trade with Cuba, Porto Rico and Pacific islands shows gains.
The piece notes the death of Mother Elizabeth Strange founder of the Sisters of Mercy in Pittsburgh. It mentions ex-Senator William M. Evarts’s 82nd birthday in New York and the death of Methodist leader John Wesley Merritt in Concord New Hampshire. It reports weekly US exchanges, business failures, and a murder verdict in New York involving Roland W. Molineux.
Reports from London and Louisville show rival legislatures meeting while Acting Gov. Taylor delays signing a peace accord. A Lincoln-like range of events includes mob lynching in Birmingham, a Chicago anti trust conference, a Nebraska style ship survey, and local crime and disaster stories across the nation.
Elijah Cone aged 72 city editor of the Daily News at Fond du Lac Wisconsin was drowned in the river. The tragedy removes a long serving newspaper figure and raises questions about the accident.
London reports Gen Buller holding key positions near Ladysmith while Boers press across the Tugela and threaten Kimberley. In Manila insurgent leaders die and guerrilla fighting continues south of Manila as rebels burn arrows against American forces in Albay Luzon. A Halifax bank branch in Danville Quebec is robbed of 5000 dollars.
Senate debates on the financial bill as Wolcott Elkins and Butler speak. A house bill bans corporate campaign contributions and another allows in bond transit of goods. The $23,874,871 appropriations bill passes. Mining department bill advances. January fire losses reach $11,775,300. wartime events include the funeral of Col. R. W. Thompson and a Las Cruces bank robbery of $3,000. Pentagon topics include Manila reports, insurance rate hikes, labor clashes in Martinique, public whippings in Delaware, and rising unrest in Kentucky. Lincoln’s 91st birth anniversary is observed nationwide. Lord Roberts leads British command at Modder river. South Africa campaign developments loom.
Reports from 45 colleges cite discouraging religious conditions in most schools. Susan B Anthony celebrates eightieth birthday anniversary. Prince Henry of Prussia robbed by bandits en route to Siam. Col Perkins donates 80 acres in Akron for a children's playground. Susan B Anthony wills suffrage books to the National Library. Dartmouth marks Daniel Webster graduation centennial next year. Riley laments stage fright despite years on stage. The Female Society for the Relief and Employment of the Poor is likely the oldest such group.
Reports from Durban and London say Boer forces under Joubert crossed the Tugela and moved on two main points to trap Buller. Bloys Farm near Chieveley becomes a hospital as Boers threaten key river bridges and forts. engagements near Rensburg and Slingersfontein leave Australians and Inniskillings under pressure while Roberts arrives at Modder River to praise Highlanders.
Thompsonville Conn Feb 12 Robert E Spencer cashier of the banking firm R D and Robert E Spencer which filed a bankruptcy petition in Hartford US court with liabilities about 105000 was arrested Saturday on a criminal charge alleging misappropriation of funds
James Sweeney a cotton foreman killed Charles Crumbach by bayonet stab on February 1. He was tried for murder in Beaumont and found not guilty, then mobbed at Port Arthur depot on February 12, strung from a telephone pole. Sheriff Langham pursued suspects including ringleader Jack Martin. Port Arthur, Tex. is described as a northern railroad town.
In Albay Luzon insurgents harass American garrisons burning villages and displacing residents. In Kentucky Gov Taylor rejects a Louisville agreement and prepares court action as the General Assembly reconvenes amid armed guard and troop withdrawals.
Aumeapolis dispatch reports Dawson's decline as Nome rush draws merchants away. Businesses close and workers take low wages to have cash before ice break up. The Palace Grand theater is moved 2000 miles to Nome by barge convoy, with other structures to follow.
Elijah Cone city editor of the Morning Daily News was drowned Saturday evening in Fond du Lac river near Second Street crossing. His body was found Sunday morning. Cone, about 72, Yale graduate, fell from an unprotected river bank.
Bear Chief, oldest chief of the Pe Ta How Eh Rat band of Pawnee Indians, has died at Perry. He was regarded as one of the tribe’s most intellectual men.
J Schutz a wealthy St Louis county wine grower was shot from ambush while reading a newspaper at home near Clayton. He was mortally wounded in the head and investigators await clues to identify the would be killer and motive.
A dispatch from Fostoria reports six Columbia firecracker works employees injured in a powder-room blast that wrecked a large factory section. Mixer Dell Everhart was likely fatally hurt. In Pittsburgh negotiations begin to buy 100 acres on the Ohio river near Steubenville to centralize the company plants.
At a meeting in St. Louis on February 12 the Republican state committee decided to hold a state convention in Kansas City on May 15 to nominate state officers and elect delegates at large to the national convention, along with selecting a new state committee.
William Henry Green head of the theological seminary at Princeton New Jersey has died. The death was reported in Princeton on February 12.
A Sunday blaze on Main Street in Worcester destroyed the Gilam block occupied by the Naticom pany causing an estimated loss of 60000 dollars. Firefighters battled the flames through the day.
William M. Bunker, San Francisco newspaper man and honorary commissioner for the local chamber of commerce in Paris, writes that opposition in France to the Kas son reciprocity treaty appears stronger in name than fact. Indictment and grand jury proceedings reported from Tiffin Ohio dated Feb 12.
Washington reports ready decision to appoint Commander Seaton Schroeder as the first naval governor of Tutuila Samoan island. In New York the Sing Sing warden notes George B Barrow, jailed for kidnapping Marion Clarke, is not insane contrary to reports.
A short quote from Ellott's Magazine notes that regardless of appearance a woman's modesty remains her greatest charm, praising virtue over outward looks.
Grain-O is promoted as a non stimulative coffee substitute that nourishes and cheers without spoiling sleep. It claims to look and taste like coffee and is suitable for nervous persons, young people, and children. Available in 15 and 25e packages from grocers.
Florida and Cuba, Write to J. C. Tucker, G. N. Agent, Big Four Route, 234 Clark St., Chicago, Ills., for full information as to Low Rate Excursion tickets to all Winter Resorts in the South east, via Cincinnati, Louisville, Asheville, Atlanta, Jacksonville and East and West coasts of Florida, as may be desired.
Trains now leave Chicago from Central Station Park Row and 12th St Lake Front for St Paul Minneapolis Ashland Duluth and the Northwest. Nearest ticket agent can give further information Jas C Pond G P A Milwaukee Wis To be afraid of your friend is to lose him Ram s Horn.
An old advertisement promotes Kemp's Balsam as a universal cough cure with a free sample bottle. It touts large bottles at 25 and 50 cents and warns that delays are dangerous. The text also jokes that a cornet cannot be learned without a tooter.
An old advertisement promises a one day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and a money back guarantee from druggists. The notice notes Blessing in Topeka and mentions a deaf mute bar trial.
A fragmentary Chicago report dated February 12 describes Martin Jordes, a municipal engineering employee, asphyxiated in unclear circumstances. The note hints at job role but offers minimal corroboration or context.
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