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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1900
Page
4
United States navy officers organize a drive to raise money for a silver model of the battleship Maine. The target is to present the tribute to Miss Helen Gould as a gesture of appreciation.
A prize of 2090 dollars in gold will be awarded at the Paris exposition for the best device for saving life at sea. American inventors have submitted 112 models of inventions.
Chicago jurors who had freed a man that he might marry were invited to the wedding as a matter of course. It is a juror’s privilege to see the penalty inflicted according to the report.
The text jokes that the idea of abolishing the graduating essay is considered and that the mother in law might also be abolished, though not likely to happen.
A Pestouian who recently funded the east by paying Siceoroera tower returns to action by paying Shien for a cash horse. The situation hints at a cruel twist of fate if the Siefou horse destroys the SLUG tower and chokes himself in the process.
Movement begins to raise funds for preserving the nine Leinfeld law mansion on Congress Street in Portland as a city landmark with interiors largely unchanged since its vacating by a prominent figure.
Jam Lee of San Francisco is praised as the only Chrisman popularly ordained as a minister of the Gospel in the United States. He arrived in 1562, converted soon after, and was ordained minister. He has preached in Oakland while keeping his native queue and dress to better influence his countrymen.
Cincinnati inventor John Rule unveils a soft machine that prints newspapers on streetcars to supply papers to businessmen commuting downtown. The device aims to let riders pick up a paper at journey start and read during the trip.
Col Pope, bicycle maker, predicts autos will become affordable to all Hedutimates. He states the reduction will surpass the declines seen in bicycles over the last three years, with a first class automobile available for about 254 dollars.
Ground has been broken in Philadelphia for the New Metropolitan Tiptist church. The entire structure from basement to roof and interior finish will be done by colored labor. The church, designed by a routed architect, employs a contractor and workforce exclusively composed of colored men.
The article envisions a future where cars replace horses on ranches as cowboys trade bridles for mutur and pursue wayward steers with new devices. It imagines nicknamed cowboys like Automne Pete and Dusted-Tire Cornelius reflecting a comical shift in horsemanship.
Foreign visitors admire the plain cordial reception of Presidents McKinley and Roosevelt at Carnegie Hall. The scene contrasts with European royal pomp, highlighting American sovereignty where the people are the true rulers.
Miss Sarah E. Meadford of Palmer Massachusetts died at age sixty nine. A lifelong resident she kept a personal motto on her mantel reading I shall pass this way but once if there be any kindness I can show or any good thing I can do to my fellow human beings let me do it now.
The Electrical Review reports rapid development of electric motor powered surgical tools. A new electric saw cuts bone and tissue with speed and is widely used in major New York hospitals for severe operations where traditional wet saws posed fatal shock risks.
A weekly history wrap reports Senator Mason’s Cuba troop withdrawal proposal for July 4, Senate action on the interstate commerce bill, and Nathan B. Scott’s senate seat status. It notes House passage of post office funds and census pay raises, Spain treaty ratification, and pension grants.
Washington reports say Admiral Dewey was presented with a watch bought by contributions from Northwest residents. President and Mrs. Mel Winley arrived in Washington from Canton. American aid to India for starving people totals about 5.5 million dollars.
The Fifth Avenue hotel and Madison Square theater sold at auction for 4 025 960 dollars in New York City. Massachusetts Republicans at their state convention backed Secretary of the Navy Long for vice president. Reading clearing bonuses in the United States during the week ended the 27th totaled SP T 224 ab 40s against 1 725 507 56 the prior week.
Across the country the seventy second anniversary of General Ulysses S. Grant’s birth was marked. Reports highlight political moves, crimes, and local tragedies from Wisconsin to Chicago.
Near Otter Lake Michigan Mrs James Simonds committed suicide by leaping before an express train with her infant. In Minnehaha County South Dakota Eunice Arnson and Willis E Mayne wed while Maynes first wife lay in the house awaiting burial.
Senate refuses to consider a resolution on extrapathy with Boers while the Porto Rico amendatory bill conference report is approved. House passes measures to enlarge agriculture department powers and curb interstate game violations. Fire, explosions, and disasters across states leave casualties and property damage as authorities respond.
An American laundry plant is exported to China and Mexican statistics show prosperity there. Capital in reiny cards is invested, gas sells for 13 cents per ton at mines, and U S coal output for 1599 is estimated at 250 559 0509 tons with a 16.5 percent rise. Roosevelt signs a seat law for waitresses in New York restaurants. Wages in Germany range from 2.98 to 5 dollars weekly. Minneapolis funds three public playgrounds at 34 dollars yearly. Watches demand soars in the United States. David T Haraden died in Rexbury Mass after five years with a piano firm. A 1 000 000 syndicate forms in New Jersey to control turquoise. Philadelphia enacts a ban on loose circulars under doors. Napoleon III’s cradle may tour Paris exposition. Murphy marks 65th birthday in Indianapolis. Carnegie writes on trusts praising big capital in Century. Judge Baldwin backs whipping for petty offenders and wife beaters, calling for life imprisonment for incorrigibles.
Admiral George Dewey visits Chicago amid cannon salutes and cheering crowds of about 5,000. Mayor Harrison greets him at Grand Central Station. a ball at the Auditorium Annex honors the Manila Bay hero with 2,000 attendees and prominent civic and military figures in attendance.
The Kentucky circuit court in Frankfort convened at 2 p m to arraign Caleb Powers John Davis Harlan Whittaker W H Caton and Tallow Dick Combs on murder charges in the Goebel case. Judge Cantril denied moving the venue before arraignment. Combs and Whittaker were first arraigned and pleaded not guilty. all defendants later entered not guilty pleas.
Miss Helen Ripley Benedict wed Thomas Hastings in Greenwich New England’s most lavish ceremony. A special train carried 1,600 guests from New York to the event. The bride received a $1,060,000 check from her father as a wedding gift.
Yokohama May 1 The government of Corea has refused an American request for three mining concessions.
Fire at Beaver Dam malleable iron works razed the plant and caused over 100000 in damage. The blaze spread to the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul freight depot, destroying five loaded cars and contents for about 10000 in losses.
New York May 1 Edward E. Rice theatrical manager filed a bankruptcy petition Monday Liabilities amount to 31610 with no assets listed on record
London reports Boer forces between Fourteen Streams and Kimberley with recent occupation at Wind sorton and threats to disrupt British lines at Warren ton as Gen Hunter drives toward Mafeking. Remounts and reinforcements from India are being sent to South Africa.
Chicago May 1 The quadrennial Methodist Episcopal conference will open in Chicago this week with 725 delegates and an attendance near 15000. Debates will cover religious political and economic issues shaping civilization while the event fills hotels and attracts large public audiences. The 1900 conference is viewed as pivotal in church state relations and the labor capital question.
At Carnegie Hall the morning program centers on Medical Work with papers by Dr. Post and Dr. Hartford on its role in missions. Rev. Dr. MacDonald and Dr. Avison present on qualifications and comity in medical work. A reception for British missionaries at Sherry’s draws hundreds, with multiple society groups aiding.
Detroit Michigan May 1 Governor Pingree denies a published interview quoting him on this year’s general election and distrust of trusts. He says the reporter misreported a private conversation and refused to share views for publication.
Miss May 1 George Gordon a desperate negro was hanged by a mob at Alban after a disturbance with Robinson plantation manager Skinner who was beaten and shot at. Gordon was caught by a posse and hanged from a tree limb. Battleship Indiana to be laid up at League Island after leaving Brooklyn. Mil ler jailed ten years for grand larceny in Franklin syndicate case. Oxford Bible name rule blocks Wilmore Andrews from using Oxford Bible designation.
A May 1 blaze in Gladwin Michigan, fanned by high winds, destroyed 16 structures including the Methodist church and depot. Losses reach about 3000 with insured value around 35000 and Albert Bergen believed burned to death in a billiard hall fire. Nearby Fisher and Athens report major outbreaks with extensive damage and multibuilding losses.
A May 11 storm in Orrville Alabama caused extensive farm damage with denuded vegetation. Corn and cotton must be replanted after enormous hailstones. Cattle and hogs died, fences and outbuildings were destroyed, and widespread losses reported.
Milwaukee May 1 George N. Wiswell sergeant at arms of the Republican National Convention in Philadelphia announces that all arrangements for holding the big convention are now completed.
A critique of aristocratic decadence links reverses in Britain to luxury and overindulgence. The piece argues long suppers and nerve strain weaken vitality, urging Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a remedy to purify blood and strengthen the stomach and cure constipation indigestion dyspepsia and biliousness.
A Chicago showman advertised a piano playing elephant attracting a large audience for the first performance. After a spiel about the beast and his schooling the elephant played a scale then bolted from the ring. The showman announced the animal could not continue, saying it recognized its dead mother's teeth in the piano keys.
A newly released Colorado book praised for vivid descriptive writing and high quality engravings. Send a letter of request with six cents postage to Mr. P. 8. Eustis at 209 Adams Street Chicago for copies.
A visitor in Columbia Missouri asks a lower grade class what is the axis of the earth. A pupil answers it is an imaginary line from pole to pole. The examiner then asks about hanging a bonnet on it and the pupil replies with another imaginary bonnet. The visitor ends the questioning.
A vintage advertisement for Allen's Foot-Ease powder for foot relief. It claims to soothe tired feet, cure corns, bunions, swollen or sore areas, aching, sweating, and ingrown nails. The ad promises new or tight shoes fit and offers a free sample by sending to Allen 8 Olmsted, Le Roy, New York.
A Philadelphia Press clipping shows a daughter recounting a man’s attempt to kiss her. She explains she learned to say no, replying to his question if she would be angry, highlighting a tension over consent and personal boundaries.
An early 20th century ad urges coughing sufferers to try Kemp’s Balsam to stop the cough immediately. It offers free sample bottles and mentions Lane bottles priced at 25 and 50 cents, urging immediate purchase to avoid danger from delay.
A brief exchange captures a misreading of affection with a sharp line from a Cleveland Plain Dealer item noting a misunderstanding in a personal moment. The fragment suggests emotional tension and social commentary on care and attention.
The Philadelphia North American notes Belle has finalized her divorce and others claim she has remarried. An ad promotes Prinamw's Fanecess with richer colors and superior dye results sold by druggists.
The quote urges diversified selling strategies to stay content and prosperous. It suggests selling ice in summer coal in winter seeds in spring and bread in fall as a practical approach to year round business. Originating from the Atchison Globe.
An old Chicago Daily News ad touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claiming a cure in one day with a money back option if it fails. The ad emphasizes the slogan and price of 25 cents, noting some prefer odd numbers with number one as a favorite.
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