Indianapolis Journal, Indianapolis, Marion County, 18 August 1885 — Page 8

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FOR ONE WEEK WE WILL SELL FLANNELS From Auction at 25 per cent, less than tliey can be bought later. SCARLET TWILL FLANNEL At 26c per yard, worth 40c. Other qualities equally as cheap. FOR ONE WEEK ONLY! L. S. AYRES k CO. N. B.—The balance of our Misses’ White Euits, 10 to 16 years, will bo closed this week at HALF PRICE. See our Jerseys at sl, worth $1.50. PURE SPICES (WHOLE AND GROUND) FOR Pickles, Catsup, Etc. Curry Powder, Flavoring Extracts. FOR SALE BY BROWNING&SLOAN APOTHECARIES’ HALL, 7 and 9 East Washington Street - * - Indianapoli NEW. BOOKS THE HOUSE OF A MERCHANT PRINCE. By W. H. Bishop $ .50 THE MAURICE MYSTERY. By John Esten Cook® 25 THE LADY WITH THE RUBIES. From the German of E. Mariitt 1.25 CATTLE-RAISING ON THE PLAINS OF NORTH AMERICA. By Walter, Baron von Richthofen 75 CARLYLE S COMPLETE WORKS. People’s Edition; 10 volumes 12.00 FOR SALE BY THE BOff EN-MSRRILLCO. THE NEW YORK STORE [ESTABLISHED 1853] OPEHSFOsT G-: NEW FALL DOMESTICS OF ALL KINDS. Bicaclied and Brown lislins IN ALL WIDTHS. PRICES ALWAYS IN PLAIN FIGURES. PETTIS, BASSETT & CO. MUTUAL ASSESSMENT ASSOCIATIONS. The Law Under Which the State Authorities Can Investigate Their Operations. Tho State Auditor finds that the Mutual Aid Association of America, which offered sl7 as ipayment in full on a policy for SI,OOO, has complied with the requirements of the law, and that upon tho evidence presented by tho records he is not justified in taking any action. The annual statement of the association shows that during the year closing July 30, the receipts were $40,707.40, while the expenditures were $40,707.10. There were during that period 141 deaths out of a membership of 971; but the membership had diminished to 338. The law under which the mutual assessment associations operate provides that only when the association fails to comply with the law, or when complaint is made by the members, shall the Auditor institute an investigation. There is, however, another section, which provides that if, in the auditor’s opinion, the business of an association is being conducted fraudulently, it is his duty to communicate the faetto the Attorney-general who,by quo warranto roreeding, may require the association to show why it should not be prevented from continuing its operations. The complaint is made that under this section of the law the Attorney-general is annoyed a great deal >*y attorneys having claims which they try to collect by means of appealing to him to proceed against the troublesome association. Recently an ludianapolis attorney, who held a elaitn for collection, called to ask his aid in forcing the association to pay his client’s policy. “I want you to understand,” remarked the At torney general with eomo warmth, “that this is not a collection agency. It is not my duty to help you squeeze your claims out of this assoei ation. Proceed against it in the right way, and if you show in court that it is fraudulent it will then be proper for mo to take action.” Guardian Asked For. Yesterday Philip Rappaport filed a petition in the Superior Court asking for the appointment fa guardian for August Kosher. The complaint elates that Kosher cannot take care of bis prop trty on account of a fondness for intoxicating liquors. He lately came into possession of $2,000, which Rappaport, as his attorney, collected for him. Vkrv handsome, moderate-priced side boards it King & Elder’#.

ME. DOWLING MUST ANSWER. Councilman McClellan Prefers Charges of Unbecoming Conduct, And the Council Will Make a Thorongli Investigation—Architect Stem’s Claim —Street Improvement Ordinances. The City Council mot last Dight. The committee on contracts reported in favor of award ing contracts as follows: To Fred Gaasberg, to grade first alley west of Arsenal avenue, from Washington streot to Market street, at 18 cents per foot front on each side; to H. C. Roney, to curb with stone sidewalks of North street, from Pennsylvania to Delaware, at 37 cents; to J. L. Spaulding, to pave with brick sidewalks of Eighth street, from Central avenue to Wabash tracks, at 28* cents; to Thomas Cummings, to build a stone walk on the north side of Pogue’s run, from Tennessee street to the first alley east of Tennessee street—masonry $4.35, dry excavation 10 cents, wet excavation 35 cents, timber per cubic foot 13 cents; to Freany Brothers, to erect lamp posts at s2l each post, with fixtures complete. Tho committee recommended that these bidders be awarded the contracts. Adopted. Mayor McMaster reported fees and fines collected by him for the month of July, and paid over to the city treasurer, as follows: Marshals tees, $275.50; mayor’s fees, $l9B, fines due city, $26.20; total, $499.70. City Civil Engineer Shearer reported an estimate showing that it would cost $2,581.20 to build a stone wall on the south and west bank of Pogues run from Garden street to the bend where said iuu i3 now walled up. The police commissioners presented a petition requesting and recommending that the metropolitan militia reserve (Indianapolis Light Infantry) be allowed and granted the use of the market hall now being erected, without charge, for armory purposes. Referred to building committee. The city attorney presented his opinion in regard to tho tax levy adopted by tho board of equalization. He considered the levy of ninety cents, and tho setting aside of 3 per cent, for a sinking fund, proper and legal. The judiciary committee reported that John C. New, trustee of the Beatty heirs, asked leave to withdraw the claim for $20,000, and recommended the granting of his request. The report was adopted. The judiciary committee reported that they had found the statements made by William Wallace in regard to assessments against lots 11 and 12 in Eli A. Hall’s subd\ision to be true; that said assessments are void, and that the prayer of the petitioner be granted. Adopted. City Attorney Denny submitted a report stating that he had examined the report of the city’s Belt railroad commissioners, and that while he did not presutno to kuow the rial value of the company’s property on which the city holds her mortgage, he thinks the city entirely secure. lie has no hesitation in saying that the city’s legal right to enforce her mortgage has not been impaired, nor her security lessened by the execution of the mortgage to Conrad Baker, trustee, on April 30, 18S1. The report was adopted. The report of the market committee that E. M. Cook, who refused to pay rent for his stall in the East market, be dispossessed and notallowod a stall in any of the city markets for two years, was adopted. THE DOWLING INVESTIGATION. The following report then came before the Council: “To the Mayor and Common Council: “Gentlehien—Your committee, appointed to make inquiry into the truth of the charges made by and against Mr. Dowling, respectfully submit tho following report: “Your committee have been guided throughout their investigation by the motion in pursuance of which they were appointed. Said motion is a^follows: “ ‘Whereas, It has been reported and stated in the daily newspapers of this city that a member of this body has openly and publicly stated that he bribed certain members of a former Council to vote for a particular measure; now, therefore, it is hereby “ ‘Moved, That a committee of five be appointed to make inquiry into such matter, and report as to the truth of such charges at the next meeting of this Council.’ “Believing that they have no power or authority except such as is given them under the above motion, your committee have endeavored to make a thorough investigation and inquiry into the matters therein specified, but have not propared any charges, nor made any r> commendation on the subject, for the reason that, they do not believe it in their province so to do, SubEoenas were issued for all persons supposed to now anything about the matter, and a number of witnesses were examined under oath. Mr. W. H. Tucker testified that Mr. Dowling, on Sunday, August 2, 1885, in front of the postoffice in this city, made statements regarding the bribery of ex-members of tbo Council substantially the same as those published in the Times and set forth in the second question put to Mr. Dowling, which is hereinafter inserted. Messrs. Yoke, Egger, Brundago, Mauer, Cole, Morrison and C’aylor, ex members of the Council, were then examined under oath, and each and all testified that they had never received tnonev or favors by way of a bribe from Mr.- Dowling, Colonel Johnson or any person as agent or on behalf of the Citizens' Street railway Company. No other evidence being obtainable the following questions were put to Mr. Dowling: [The questions were as they have been given in the Journal of Saturday’s date ] “Mr. Dowliug, through his attorneys, Messrs. Cropsey Sc Everett, then submitted the following so-called answers in writing. [The answer was published in the Journal’s report of the committee's proceedings.] “Your committee not being satisfied with such answers, requested Mr. Dowling to answer specifically questions three and four, but on objection being male to their form, the following questions were substituted. [See Journal of Saturday’s date.] “These questions Mr. Dowling refused to answer, making the following statement in writing. [See Journal of Saturday’s date.] “As will have been seen from tho foregoing, Mr. Dowling admits having made the statements with which he stands charged in the newspapers; but he refuses to answer as to whether such charges made by him were with or without foundation. Their truth is denied by ail. the parties that could have been included* in such charges, except one, who did not appear beforo this committee, and Mr. Dowling admitted that such party would also deny tho charges. “Your committee have made a full report of the matters investigated by them, statiug facts rather than conclusions, that the Council may take such further action as it may sen fit. “And your committee, having completed their labors, now asked to be discharged.” This was signed by Messrs. Pearson, Reinicke, Trusler, Mack and McClelland. The report was received and the committee discharged. The following was then submitted: “To the Mayor aud Common Council of the City of ludianapolis: “Gentlemen—The undersigned charges James T. Dowling, a member of the Common Council, with conduct unbecoming a member thereof, and warranting his expulsion therefrom. In proof thereof the undersigned charges said Dowling with having openly and publicly stated, charged, proclaimed and admitted that he bribed certain members of tho Council of said city for the years of 1882 and 1883, by paying said members money to vote for certain measures and against certain other measures then pending before said Council in the interest of the Citizens’ Street Railway Company, said changes having been so publicly made on the streets of said city on the first and second days of August, 1885. Dowling having been at the time said charges, statements, proclamations and adnns sions were made ami at the time said bribes were charged to have been given, a member

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of the Common Council aforesaid, wherefore the undersigned asks that steps be taken looking to the expu.sion of said Dowling a3 a member of this body, and that he be so expelled. “Robert McClelland,” “Councilman Seventh Ward.” The mayor announced Newcomb, Trusler and Mack as the special committee to investigate the charges, MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS. The report of the committee appointed to examine into the Stem claim was called up- The report recommended a compromise for $935. In the discussion which followed the supporters of the report claimed that Mr. Stem could obtain more than $935 by legal process. The cityattorney thought that his claim was an illegal one, and he did not think Mr. Stem could recover. The report was not concurred in. Ordinances wereintrodneed as follows: By Mr. Newcomb: To bowlder south gutter of North street, from Pennsylvania to Meridian. By Mr. Spahr: To erect lamp posts on Bellefontaine avenue, between Lincoln and Seventh streets; by same, to erect lamp-posts on Broadway, between Lincoln and Seventh. By Mr. Haueh: To construct an eighteen inch Akron pipe sewer along Michigan street, from Massachusetts avenue to the first alley east of East street By Mr. Trusler: To gravel first alley south of Prospect street, from Olive to first alley west By Mr. Woife: To bowlder and curb the east gutter of Delaware street, from first alley south of Bicking street to Madison avenue; by same, to bowlder and curb east gutter of Madison avenue, from Delaware street to first alley north of Coburn. An ordinance was passed granting to the Indianapolis District Telegraph Company the right-of-way for the construction and operation of its lines, and to set poles and string wires thereon, in the streets and alleys of Indianapolis. A communication was received from Superintendent Wishard, of the City Hospital, asking the investigation of certain ambiguous charges contained in an editorial of the Sentinel regard ing its management. The communication was received. Several members spoke, all agreeing, however, that there was nothing to investigate, and that such charges were unworthy the attention of the Council. A resolution, introduced by Mr. Roineeke, was passed, that tho Citizens’ Street Railway Company be directed to extend its line of track from the south termination of Virginia avenue in and along Shelby street to the Beit railway track. The hour of 11 came on with Mr. Spahr making his twenty-seventh speech for the evening. The subject of his wild and impassioned oratory was “Chuck Holes,” and at the fatal hour President Pearson’s hammer fell adjourning Council, leaving the remainder of Mr. Spahrs speech to die in him. Deerbaujjli’s Trial. The trial of Dr. Deorbaugh, charged with being instrumental in causing the death of Mrs. Charles Hensly, began yesterday before Acting Judge Clark. Several witnesses gave in substance the testimony offered at the trial of Heualy. The trial will continue through to-day. [| ——HE— Hotel for Rent at Greenfield. One of the neatest and best arranged hotel buildings in eastern Indiana has just been completed at Greenfield, and is now for rent Although Greenfield is a county-seat and has a population of 3 000, it has hitherto had neither hotel nor restaurant. This is an unusual opportunity. Only an experienced hotel man wanted. Address Ellen Conwell, Greenfield, Ind., or James J. Walsh, Room 4 Braden Block, Indianapolis. D. H, Baldwin & Cos. at the Louisville Exposition* At every exposition ever held in Europe or America pianos and orgaus have al ways been accorded a high place. In the center of tho main building near the fountain, D. H. Baldwin <fc Cos. make an exhibit commensurate with their standing as the leading piano house cf Louisville. Their space of over 49 feet front by 20 feet deep is very handsomely and artistically decorated. The walls and ceiling liavo been exquisitely papered. The ends of tho space are finished in arches, with latest style of cross work in ebony and gold. The instruments exhibited are tho finest styles of Steinway & Sons’, Decker Bros’., Haines Bros’., Fisher and D. 11. Baldwin & Cos. pianos, and J. Estey & Cos. and Shoninger C'ymbella organs. These pianos and organs are of the most beautiful workmanship that can be conceived, many of the designs and styles being entirely new. The aim of D. H. Baldwin & Cos. seems to have been in this display to bring before the public the most improved instruments that art and science have produced in tho piano and organ line. In New York there is a large and growing demand for the upright pianos finished in ebony, mahogany aud French walnut. D. H. Baldwin & Cos. have tho honor of first introducing these pianos in Louisville, in connection with their other lino of pianos and organs, which is the most complete west of New York. This exhibit is one of the most costly undertakings in the building.—Louisville Times. -—a—pm ——— —— Keep Cool. Buy one of our Rapid Ice Cream Freezers, and you will find it a great luxury at very small expense. It beats them all. All sizes in stock, from two to forty quarts. Also, a nice assortment of Water Coolers, and one of the best Refrigerators at less than factory cost. Hildebrand & Fugate, 35 South Meridian street. LUMBER At Reduced Prices for Cash. E. H. Eldridge & Cos., corner Alabama and Maryland streets.

THE COFFEE HOUSE We carry the Largest Stock and Greatest Variety of GREEN AND ROASTED COFFEE In the State. We supply dealers with any quality and kind wanted at BOTTOM PRICES. -A_. 33. <3-ANTICS & CO., Nos. 31 and 33 East Maryland Street. ( ASLATE AN D I RON. TV/r A AT f PF? T O GREAT VARIETY AT MAIN I LLO a JOHNSTON & BENNETTS, V ) V 62 EAST WASHINGTON STREET. D EWaLK ’ S MIXED PAINTS { Per Gallou, AT JEFFERS’ PAINT STORE, No. 30 South Meridian. Street. No. 30 South Meridian Street UNDERTAKERS. FLAJSnsTER & HOMMOWN, 72 North Illinois Street. J

SPECIAL! Our stock is unusually large lor this season, and must be cut down. For a few days we will offer in all goods values seldom offered in this or any other city. THIS WEEK: SPECIAL BARGAINS IN Dress Lawns, Summer Gloves, Dress Batistes, Parasols, White Dress Goods, Boys’ Waists, Ginghams, Laces and Lace Mitts, Hamburg Edgings. 7 o o O goods not suited for Fall and Winter sales must be closed out AT ANY SACRIFICE. not yet supplied with the above goods will find with us value for their money. A. DICKSON & CO., TLtA.DE PALACE.

INORiJERTO REDUCE STOCK For the opening of the Fall trade, we will oiler some special bargains in Watches, Clocks, Silverware, Bronzes and all kinds of line Jewelry for 30 days. 8 Va 1 JEWELERS. 12 Fast Washington Street. PIANOS FOR REISTT. O RGANS FOR RENT. Call and examine our imme i stock, or write for circulars, cuts and prices be ore buying elsewhere, and we will save you from $25 to SIOO on each instrument. We mean business, and are prepared to carry it out. D.H.BALDWIN&QO., Whoiesalo and Retail Dealers in Steinway & Som, Decker Bros., Haines Brothers, Fischer, Yose and other Pianos. Estcy and Shoninger Orgaus. Parties at a distance desiring bargains should not fail to write for fuller descriptions. TUNING and R EPAI RING a specialty. Orders for moving given prompt attention. 93,91 anil 99 ii Penn. St, Indianapolis. BARGAIN! A two-story frame house of ten rooms on North Meridian street, near Pratt, corner of an alley, for $6,000. JNO. S. SPANN & CO., 11 Bates Block. GKAN IJ HOTEL, INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Passenger elevator aud all modern conveniences. Leading Hotel of the city, and strictly first-class. Rates. $2.50, $3 and $3.50 per day. the latter price including bath. GEO. F. I'FINGST, Proprietor.

JERSEYS! JERSEYS! 0 Fifteen Styles' TO SELECT FROM. PRICES VERY LOW! BYRAM, CORNELIUS & CO., WHOLESALE DRY GOODS AND NOTIONS, 101, 103, 105 South Meridian St. 0 ZITmEYER & CO. HANDLE TIIE BEST GRADES OF ANTHRACITE COALI Come and take advantage of our Cash Prices. L O C A.. T I O IST S: 11 X. Penn. St. (Main Office.) 450 North Mississippi Street. 57 W .Wash.St.(.Branch Office.) 201 South Delaware Street. 208 Christian Avenue. ORDER WINIFREDE COAL. St. *1 oilii 9 s Academy,' CONDUCTED BY THE SISTERS OF PROVIDENCE, * INDIAN A POL. IS INDIANA This new and elegant building is fitted ap with all the modern im.movements. It is spacious and compleltt in all its parts, affording ample accommodations for boarders and day scholars. The apartments devoted respectively to Music, Drawing and Painting are constructed with special regard to the eni for which thoy arc destined. Every attention is given to secure the advancement of the pupils in the various branches, and to train their hearts to the love of virtue. F r further particulars, address SISTER SUPERIOR, St. John's Academy, Indianapolis, Ind. iiHWiiWMirn—f Uimii-grriniT-ni ~r~Tt~ nnnninmrn<r grniwiifinniin— t mmii aii am in iiTimm im ■■ Subscribe for the Weekly Indiana State Journal., TO CONSUMERS OF PAPER: We have added to, and will in future carry in stock, a full line of all kinds of STATIONERY, which we will sell at Manfacturers' Prices, INDIANA PAPER COMPANY. 21 to 25 East Maryland Street. rrwßiGHT&co: Have removed to the corner of Washington and Meridian Streets, BEE-HIVE CORNER.

TRADE! A half interest in a first-class Flouring Mill, situated in a thriving county-seat in Northern Indiana, to trade for city or farm property. C. F. SAYLES, Insurance, Loan and Real Estate Agent, 75 East Market Street. CITY UNDERTAKING ROOMY G 6 North Pennsylvania Street, OPPOSITE GRAND OPERA-HOUSE. H. W. TU TEWILER, Man'gr. First-class throughout Reasonable Prices. LTOPEN DAY AND NIGHT, Telephone—Rooms, 411. Telephone—Residence. 441. BONDS. lam prepared to buy, at the highest market rates, all legal and desirable issues of County, City and School bopus. Correspondence invited. 93 North Pennsylvania Street. ranr l Tg’rc.'ahTrw iaav r Titr ■aMHMBMMMMMMi N OTICE TO WATER CONSUMERS. S—. f- - allowing builders and contractors the use of any water fixture for lay fug brick, stone, and making mortar will have water shut off and all expenses charged to them. Indianapolis Water Cos.