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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1900
Page
4
Indiana notes Cripple Creek produced 2.5 million dollars in gold in January. The weather service plans observatories at Gulf ports Tampico to Progreso under Galveston officials.
A new system chills moving freight cars by electricity generated from the axle while in motion. The method recently completed a successful trial run through the southern states.
A Tennessee company markets a broom with a spring that supposedly sweeps better than traditional brooms. The ad suggests a clever invention could make the task easier if a diligent girl would fetch it from the closet.
A Philadelphia man makes a living selling labels of foreign hotels railroads steamships and express companies to travelers who paste them on baggage to fake abroad travel.
A massive new office building is set to rise in New York City this season. The land is valued at about 2 to 4 million dollars, with construction costs running higher to complete the site. The company paid 260 thousand dollars for half of a 25 by 160 foot lot to secure the location.
In 1899 the U S imported raw silk worth 41 million dollars, up 50 percent from 1898. Silk mills Now operate in 19 states with 750 factories in 230 towns, signaling a shift from reliance on imports to meeting domestic demand and exporting silk goods abroad.
A Central music hall sermon in Chicago features a minister claiming there was no Adam and that man did not fall. A judge then dismisses the Washington hatchet and cherry tree tale as myth, prompting concern that ongoing debates may erode belief.
Both houses pass an 80 000 bill to buy a 10 000 acre farm for convict labor. The state plans to feed clothe and house inmates from the farm’s output and to generate revenue from the system.
The twenty seventh annual report shows the institution fed the sick poor with nourishing meals. Four kitchens operated during the year at a total expense of 7536 dollars, enabling vast amounts of food to reach thousands of needy patients through illness.
The passage notes a severe coal shortage in England with coal priced at 11 dollars per ton and wages for the working class greatly lower than in America. It implies the American, by contrast, should feel fortunate to live in the United States amid these contrasts.
Congressman Thomas J. Bradley of the Ninth New York district is famed for speaking German French Hebrew Polish Italian Irish and Bohemian enabling him to address voters in their native tongue and earning him his nickname.
In a voter poll of 1 548 654 ballots on the nomination question President Diaz received 1 456 482 votes, a near unanimous showing. The election is set for next fall with Díaz expected to win by a large majority as Mexico’s exports and imports have doubled and the nation strengthened under his administration.
The article notes India endures famine with 4 million people receiving relief and many deaths. It criticizes reliance on English aid, blaming diverted British funds to soldiers in South Africa and domestic needs, leaving India under-resourced.
The New York senate appointed commission files its report urging prisons to reform prisoners rather than merely punish. It condemns treatments that diminish reform efforts and emphasizes outcomes aligned with rehabilitating inmates.
A weekly history from Washington notes Senate passage of a substitute for the currency bill by 46 to 29, favorable reports on Des Moines military post and civil service measures, and debates on Philippine policy and Hawaii government. It records House action on polygamy ban, civil service restoration, and Nicaragua canal funding.
The report by ex Consul Macrum on tampered mail in Durban is dismissed by Washington. The government has 61 naval vessels authorized or under construction and needs 3 048 officers and 17 937 men. The Daughters of the American Revolution begin their ninth annual convention in Washington. Senator Clark of Montana testifies, denying any use of money to corrupt legislators.
Across leading U S clearing houses weekly totals reached 1 507 131 331 down from 1 807 583 776. New York news reports Roland B Molineux to die in Sing Sing during the week of March 26 for the murder of Mrs Catherine J Adams. A New York messenger boy stole 760 en route to Chicago. Gen Edward C Williams died at 85 near Shamokin Pa first Union volunteer in Civil War. Miss Porter's School head Sarah Porter died at 85 in Farmington Conn. Abbott Downing of Concord N H failed for 200 000. Two 13 year olds Jacob Dull and Thomas Parsons found asphyxiated at Millvale Pa Metro politan hotel.
June 20 state convention set for Chicago as Kentucky maintains political status quo. Arkansas Republicans meet in Little Rock on March 20 to elect delegates to the national convention. Havana marks the Maine wreck anniversary amid Wood’s rising popularity. Postmaster Simmons of Seward Nebraska charged with embezzlement. bondsman David Figard dies on notice. Cuban gubernatorial trips boost Gov Wood’s favor. Herman Nathan in Chicago fails for 224860. Military cuts in Cuba expected with warmer weather. Kentucky court in Georgetown halts Taylor and Beckham suits until February 21 while parties seek agreement. Locomotive boiler explosion in Topeka kills two, injures three. Chicago contractors declare permanent war on Building Trades council. Leslie Eastburn shoots and kills Jasper Sutton in Bloomfield Virginia over marriage prospects. Judge Buckner of Kentucky dies at 86. Fire destroys Rev. Bainbridge residence in Antwerp Ohio. Bainbridge perishes.
Fire nearly wiped out the village of Dayton Michigan and swept away St Charles college at Grand Coteau Louisiana along with a large and valuable library.
At Daroga Luzon 5008 Filipinos attacked the American garrison then burned the town before being routed. Relief of Kimberley by Gen. French’s column brings England joy. Roberts notes Boer forces retreat though Cronje may have aided French to cut comms. Bell Bates Keer move on Camarines to drive rebels. Manila census records 190000 population including 31000 Chinese.
In Washington the Senate debated Congress’s power to extend or withhold constitutional reach over newly acquired U S territories. The House adopted a resolution seeking information on charges against ex-consul Macrum of Pretoria. A beer tax bill passed as Porto Rican tariff debate opened.
Hotels raise rates in Paris by 3 to 9 dollars daily. Edison reports a safety lamp for miners. U S bachelors and spinsters total 8 652 261. Yale professor cites 90 percent marriage unhappiness. First Porto Rican women’s club organized in Ponce. Longest telegraph span in India over 6000 feet. Johannesburg area mines yield 15 tons monthly. University of Texas is the largest real estate holder with over 2 million acres. New York health board reports 13 257 consumption deaths. Railroads order 17 000 cars and 120 locomotives at 13 million dollars. Mrs Thomas moves stocks to escape taxes, others feared to follow. Sund sold for 4000 dollars. Bonner bought for 41 000 dollars. Porto Rico coffee exports to date total 53 243 025 pounds worth 6 139 955 dollars. Lehigh Valley Coal raises wages two percent affecting about 2000 workers. After nearly half a century of work in this country
London reports a decisive Buller victory near Monte Christo on Feb 19 20 with British forces flanking the Boers on Hill of Hilangwane and capturing stores and wagons. Telegraphed updates say Tugela crossings and Colenso positions improved while Boers retreat and delays by Delarey aid pursuit.
Washington February 20 The house committee on military affairs began hearings on charges concerning the conduct of United States troops under Brig General Merriam during the Idaho mining troubles last summer Representative Lentz led the inquiry urging a free full investigation and denied any partisan aim as labor groups level serious charges echoed in the press
Des Moines lawmakers approve a senate bill to levy a state tax of one tenth mill for five years for the University of Iowa. The five year measure will raise about $275,000 for building needs. This marks the second five year period on such a tax.
Fragmentary OCR reads Nearly Completion San Jane Res Feb 70 The line hints at a reporting note but lacks full details for a clear summary. The readable items point to a date reference and a completion status involving San Jane.
In Frankfort the Senate split as Democrats and Republicans contended over governorship legitimacy. Democrats led by Carter and Marshall held sessions and ratified prior actions while Republicans, led by Marshall, denounced Monday’s ratification as unlawful. A countyhouse vote and adjournment events dominated the day as courts loom.
In Lincoln Nebraska on February 20 the populist national committee split after anti fusion leaders organized a belt and formed a new committee. Fusion supporters adopted the credentials report and adjourned awaiting a national convention call likely by the chairman or a three member committee. Bolters set up at the Grand hotel and announced a national convention in Cincinnati Ohio for May 9.
Assistant State Geologist Bain reports that the Dubuque and northeast Iowa zinc region shows deposits nearly as rich as Missouri Joplin ore. a large modern plant opened Monday with more planned. Ongoing mineral rights disputes are delaying further development.
Memphis report says the Bank of Friars Point in Friars Point Mississippi suspended operations. Depositors will be paid in full, with D B Hebdon named as assignee handling affairs. The Friars Point bank, formed in 1890, has been prosperous under President D A Scott.
Lansing February 20 Judge Wiest denies motion to quash indictments against Col Eli R Sutton and Gen Arthur F Marsh of the state military department. The defense motion for bills of particulars is rejected. Gen Marsh will be tried next month.
The president will tour the Pacific coast this summer if no unforeseen events intervene. He has accepted California's invitation to attend the launching of the battleship Ohio, set for July or August.
Norfolk Va Feb 20 reports say the schooner Hardcastle capsized last Friday at Roanoke Marshes and all on board except the captain were lost. The Hardcastle was a small vessel with a crew of no more than seven men.
Maryville Missouri February 20. C G Jesse a druggist convicted of manslaughter in the fourth degree for the killing of Frank Griffin editor of Griffin's Daily Review on Maryville streets in April 1895. Sentenced to two years in prison.
New London Conn Feb 20 The coal laden barge Oaklands bound for the Pomeroy company Providence Rhode Island in tow of the tug Nathan Hale was lost off Barnegat Monday Four sailors were aboard and perished in the disaster
Dr A W Whelpley longtime Cincinnati Public Library librarian died at his Clifton home from apoplexy between midnight and 1 AM He had worked at the library earlier in the day in Cincinnati Ohio February 20 obituary note reports his sudden death at home
A five story brick building at 46 Harrison Street in Cleveland, used as a stable by Gibbons and Pinkett, burned on February 20. No further details on injuries or causes were provided in the report.
A testimonial from Polly J. Evans and a grateful husband tout Peruna as a systemic remedy for twenty years of catarrh. They report multiple bottle use, past cures like la grippe, and urge others to obtain Dr Hartman’s free books from the Pere Peope Medicine Company in Columbus Ohio.
A rosy cheeked German girl applies for a domestic position with a well known family. She rapidly learns English but misinterprets phrases, and after answering a phone call she is puzzled when a caller asks who is speaking, prompting laughter and a quick end to the call.
The Louisville and Nashville Railroad markets its tourist facilities for Florida Cuba Porto Rico Central America and Nassau bound travelers. It runs double daily sleeping car service from Cincinnati Louisville Chicago and St. Louis to Jacksonville interior Florida and to Miami Tampa and New Orleans. For folders contact J. K. Ridgely N. W. P. A. Chicago Tl.
Jas C Pond G P A Milwaukee announces Wisconsin Central Railway service from Chicago Central Station Park Row and 12th Street Lake Front to St Paul Minneapolis Ashland and Duluth. Nearest ticket agent can give further information.
Advertises full information on low rate excursion tickets to southern winter resorts via Cincinnati Louisville Asheville Atlanta Jacksonville and Florida coasts. Mentions contacting J C Tucker G N Agent Big Four Route Chicago for details. Quotation about genius and mediocrity and a farm mud remark are included.
Selling copy promotes Kemp's Balsam as a immediate remedy for coughs and consumption warning of delays. It offers sample bottles, then lists large bottle prices of 25 and 50 cents and cites testimonials from Mrs. Allie Douglass of LeRoy Michigan about Piso's Cure for Consumption.
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