Indianapolis Journal, Indianapolis, Marion County, 9 April 1893 — Page 8

THE INDIANAPOLIS JOURNAL, SUNDAY, APRIL 9, 1893.

STREET RAILWAY CHARTER at Plymouth Chnrob. and there was a very good attendance. The opening address was made by Mrs. (. C. McCulloch.,aud this was followed by an address by Mrs. C. C. Burgess. There were reports of the several societies, and musio by Miss Winifred Willard. and a violin solo by lien Lizius. The meeting was followed by a social hour. CORNER STONE LAID. GUARDIANS BOARD'S. PLEA POUR THE ADVERTISING STATEMENTS OF THE ORIGINAL EAGLE INTO Opinions from Various Sources on the ftew franchise Offered Mr, Fishback Argues Its Eight to Existence Witboat & Special Law, The Crucible' of Fac I' John R. McFee Taken to Prison Mr. Reardon'8 Fes Brought Into Question . Yesterday's Divorce Trials. AND THE

McDonald Will Bid Mason Silent Judge Elliott Thinks It Burdensome Connciltnen Look Favorably on II The new street-railway franchise wai the mhject of much discussion yesterday among all classes of people and theopinions were almost as variant as the men who expressed them, yet the general trend was to the effect that the Mayor and Board of Public Works had drawn a document that protected the interests of the city very well. As one of the city officials expressed it, yesterday, "the trouble Las just begun. The next step iaitsacceptance by some corporation, the Citizens' company or some outeide bidder. Then, after the contract in entered into, it must go to the Council for acceptance or rejection. All of this will, of conrse. take time. The board has invited representatives of proposed bidding companies to meet on April 19, and it will then probably be a couple of weeks, if sot a month, before a contract is entered Into. It will then go to the Council, which will probably require a month to consider the matter fully before action. Then the Mayor's approval is necessary, bnt if the franchise goes through in its original form there will be no question as to his sicca tare, for he has had a large voice in drawing it np as it stands." "WHAT THE PROPOSED BIDDERS SAY. President Mason, of the Citizens' com 'pany, yesterday declined to express any opinion on the new franchise without con lultation with his directors, and stated that they w.iuld probably have nothing to say until they made their proposition to the board at the appointed time. Undoubtedly the nature of Us proposition vrill depend much upon what outside bidders offer. ' 11 T. McDonald is on his way to New York. Yesterday he was Intercepted by a tolesram from Charles A. Munson, his confidential agent, and will probably retnrn hero within a few days. Mr. Munson was asked point blank yesterday whether or cot Mr. McDonald would bid on the franchise. "I think h will." he replied. 1 am not authorized to say so ani I have not read the franchise, but he recently purchased the 13 road Kipple Park, and is anxious to get a line to the city. At that time he expressed a willingness to bid for a general franchise, and made some very liberal offhand propositions to the city, lie will probably be here himself soon, and then Jou can find out what he will do. 1 belevo, however, that any outside company that burs this franchise will have to go into court with it." Even after 1001!" "Certainly now, and then also, I imagine." Judge Elliott was a little more frank than any of those who had been dipping into the street-car business. While not prepared to say what the people he represented would do he added that he found In it many onerous provisions; that there was such a thing as indicting burdens so heavy that no one would bid. It might be that these requirements would exclude all bidding. Mr. Herod yesterday called at the Board of Pubho Works to obtain copies of- the document to mail to New York capitalists, for whom he has been making inquiries, and was told that the morning newspapers contained full and complete copies. . WHAT THK COUNCILMAN SAY. A partial canvass of the members of the Council yesterday indicates that that body, is likely to look upon the franchise with favor. 'I have not considered the document thoroughly," said President Murphy. but at first blush it looks like a very fair and teascnable contract for the city. While 1 cam.ot say what opinion discussion of it may develop, it looks like a good thing." "1 have not read it thoroughly." said Councilman Kyau. chairman of the franchise committee, "but it looks like a very (air franchise from the city's point of view. While I am not prepared to give a final opinion. I am inclined to think it is a good lrnnchise." "1 reud it over hastily," said Councilman Cooper, one of the leaders of the Republican side in the chamber, "and laid.it aside for further study, bo far as I have gone, I am very favorably impressed with it, though 1 doubt the wisdom of the city option clause. The city does not want to buy the plant. We have too much politics as it i. and I do not believe in having the city inn any of those micas. However, that o,n8tioV would more properly come np at that time it does not cut much figure now. As for the rest, it looks very fair for the city." 'lhe other members of the Council seen did not diller materially in their views from these. OPINION'S OF OTHERS. Among business men and others seen on the streets yesterday, the one opinion expressed was that the matter should be settled as early as possible and a franchise given to some company or other, in order that all ie hues may be equipped with electricity and much needfd extensions made. The real extsto interest is particularly anxious in this regard. "I don't feel competent." said Robert Martindale, "to dieeuas the merits of tho franchise otiored. That id a mutter the board must deal with and it hr.s my sympathy, but as a property ovini-r and dr&ler in real estate 1 sincerely hope that contract fair and just to both .aides can be entered into in order that much needed extensions can be built and the lines properly euuipped." "1 read th lranchise over coming in on the train." said County Auditor Thomas Taart. who arrived home yesterday afternoon, "and I think the work is well done. It is fur ahead of any thing we have known hero in the way of a publio franchise. 1 believe it is a good thing for the city and that the people's interests are thoroughly protected in it."

3I0KE THAN ENOUGH.

Subscription to Indian Trost Company Shows a Surplus Over Capital Mock. The full amount of the stock of the Indiana Trust Company was subscribed yesterday, and there was something to spare. It is said that the amount in excess of the gT.'O.OOO limit was $23,000 or thereabout, and thedirectors are now considering how best to arrange matters so that all who have subscribed may obtain stock. It is probable that an allotment will be made, giving the tirst stockholders a per cent, of their subscription so that all may get in. The pretence of so much money in the city awaiting investment was not suspected by the prime movers in this enterprise, and there has been much surprise expressed on the success in placing the large capital stock so readily. The company expects to be ready for business on May 1, but has not yet selected a location. There has been some comment that so muoh money is seeded to do a business of this kind. One of the members of the company, in speaking of this point, said: "The company will need a large amount of ready collateral securities, in order, when bond is needed, that the eeenrities may bo deposited in place of running around and securing some wealthy man to go on the bond required to handle trust funds. The capital stock will therefore be invested in such a way as to give the company these collaterals." Died at the Poorhouie. Arthur Smith, aged forty-three years, died at the county farm yesterday, where he had been an Inmate for many years. He became insane some years ago, but was found to be incurable and was sent to the poor firm, lie leaves no immediate family, but has a divorced wife, now named Mrs. Jackson, residing on East Vermont street.

Mrs. Felix T. McWhirter Spmd ths Mortar with a Sterling- Silver TroweL The corner-stone of the Hadley Industrial School, at Hadley Station, on the iiig Four road in Hendricks county, was laid at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon with imposing ceremonies. The assemblage was presided over by Mrs. F. T. McWhirter. of this city, as president of the board. Mrs. Professor Deck, of Bloomington, then delivered the opening address, defining the object, plan and purposes of the school, which was to be inaugurated, and at the conclusion of her address the corner stone was laid, Mrs. F. T. MoWhirter spreading the mortar with a trowel made specially for the purpose. It was of sterling silver, with a white ivory handle. Addison and Martha Hadley, the donors of the farm upon which the school is to be erected, wero then introduced to the audience by Mrs. .Nichols, of this city, who recited the poem. "He Has liuilded Better than He Knew.'1 She followed with a brief speech on "Industrial Education," and then came the oration of the day by Mr. F. T. McWhirter. and the programme closed with prayer and benediction by David Hadley, a minister of the Society of Friends. The school, which will be known as the Hadley Industrial School for Girls, will be devoted to teaching girls the various methods of caring for themselves in the world. The farm noon which the building is to be erected is one containing lift acres of around at Hadley Station, near Danville, in Hendricks county. The building will probably be completed tbia year and the sohool ready for the reception of atudente. BOLD CALICO THIEVES.

Man and Woman Steal Five Bolts and Safely Disappear in a Eujrgy. The little dry goods and notion store at No. 869 South Meridian street was the scene of a very bold robbery yesterday evening. About half past 7 o'clock, while there was several customers in the store, a man and a woman drove np in front of the building in an open top buggy. The man alighted and, walking into the store, deliberately picked five bolts of calico oil the counter and made a dash for the door before any one in the store was aware of his iuteutions. Rushing to the boggy he threw the cloth In, aud sprang into the vehicle and drove rapidly up the street, going north. By the time the persons in the store were aware what had happened the buggy was far np the street, aud pursuit was out of the question. The police were notified at once, but as no one was able to give a description of the man, it is extremely improbable that he will ever be captured. GENIAL JOHN BLAKE.

Recovery Sought by Treatment in an Ohio Sanitarium Not Like Himself at All.

The condition of John G. Blaxe remains unchanged, the suicidal mania still' continues, and he has to he closely watched. He left Richmond yesterday in charge of Drs. Swearingen and Smith and other friends, and will be taken to a private hospital outside of the State. To what institution- he will be Uken is known only to bis most intimate friends and relatives. Dr. W. N". Wishard, who was summoned to Richmond Friday afternoon by telegram, to consult with the other physicians and friends as to the best plan to pursue, said that they decided upon a plan whioh will be followed out to the letter. One of the peculiar phases of Blako's insanity, says Dr. Wishard, is his sudden impulse to profanity. This, he said, is often noticed in persons who in health were not given in the least to profanity. Concerning th I,coinotlye Engineers. Riobard Harris has been removed from St. Vincent's Hospital to his home, No. 702 West Washington street, by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers. Division No. 11. on last Thursday, paid to the widow of H. H. Meyers tl.5:JO for the death of her husband. The youngest ehild of Mrs. Metaker. widow of engineer Metsker. who was killed at Broad Ripnle, in January, is at the point of death. The child, with its mother, ia at No. 53) East Eighth street

Dr. fitonn Is Not a Candidate. Dr. P. F. Stone having been mentioned in connection with the City Hospital vacancy, he said to a Journal reporter yesterday: "I desire to say in the most emphatic terms that I am not an appliosnt for the position, and that, while it is one of some i rofessional and financial importance, I do not need, do nut want it. and I could not and would not acoepi the oGice under any consideration." KUftel's Suit Dismissed. Fred Kissel's place, on the banks of Fall creek, is now a part of the city. When the Council annexed this property to the city Kissel appealed to the Circuit Court and contested the annexation. Pending the appeal the annexation remains inoperative, and thus Kissel avoided paying taxes on the property for this year. Yesterday afternoon the case was dismissed in the Circuit Court. Itnn Over i Little fiirl. A negro driving a fast team ran over a little girl last night on North Pennsylvania, between First and Second streets. The child was riding a bicycle, and was unable to get out of the way. She was carried to No. 6-6 North Pennsylvania street, where her injuries were found to be very serious. Her name could not be learned.

ITunaway Broke 1l Thumb. Police ofP.oer Albert Ddty, who gallantly aisistsladies and children acroesthe tracts at the corner of Washington and Illinois streets, isotfdn'y on account of a broken thumb. The injury was received while stopping a runaway team on Friday night. Socln)r Turnveroin Kntrrtnlnmftnt The annual gymnnstio exhibition of the Socialer Turnvemin will occur to-morrow night, at Tomlinson llalL The exercises will be under lhe direction of H. Osterfeld. The closing feature will be a "tug of war."

pNrauior Hi other JJIt minted. H. E. and II. 11. Faramore, charged with fraudulent use of the mails, were arraigned before Commissioner O'Brien, yesterday, and after an examination into the merits of the case were dismissed.

In 11 is Nam . The Society of King's Daughters held their annual meeting yeiterday afternoon

Oriental lteautlr. Last year a unique exhibition was given in this city. It was a display of all kinds of rich and beautiful Oriental rugs. The method of selling them was unusual, as well. Every one was sold to the highest bidder. There was no reserve. 1'eoplo fixed their own prices. The New York More announce that they will open a similar exhibition and sale on M ay 15. Those who attended last year's show will not need a second invitation to come to this one. . Ovr.r: two hundred high-bred trotting and pacing horses will be anld at State fair grounds, commencing Tuesday, 11th inst. ft My bed-rccm sets at Wro. L. Elder's.

Ct.karaxcr sale of hardy shrubs at Brucn's greeuhonso this week, corner Collogo avenue and Bruce street. To Ihf Ladiet. It may not be centrally known that you can have handsome shoes, unr style, made to order fur $5. at AUowajs A Co.'s, 2d Massachusetts areaus.

Judge Taylor yesterday heard argument in the Shutter , habeas corpus proceedings against the Board of Children' Guardians. Attorneys McCray and Ashby, who appear for the petitioner, maintained that the act of 16S9 was unconstitutional, inasmuch as it did not provide for any appeal. W. P. Fishback. appearing for the board, maintained that even were the law declared unconstitutional the board would still have a right to the custody of the children under the general power of the Circuit Court to appoint guardians. A final decision will be given in the case Monday morning. McFse Taken to Prison. John R. McFee was taken to the Prison North, at 7:15 yesterday morning, in charge of Deputy Sheriff Neah He was met at the Union Station by his wife and a host

I of friends, who came to assuro him that he

was not forgotten in the day or me adversity. There was a very affecting parting between the prisoner and his wife, after wbieh Mo Fee was taken to the train aud his wife was driven in a carriage to the home of John A.Reaume,where shebas been staying since her husband's downfall. McFee was not handcuffed, and was treated with all the courtesy that could be shown a man m his position. By good time he can be released in a little over two years. A nolle will be entered in the two indictments still pending against MoFee, and an ellort will be made to have Governor Matthews pardon him. IlMrdoti and III Fee. Rose Woods and Emma Follrnger, the two women arrested last week for fast driving and on a charge of immorality, aro now claiming that John Reardon, who defended them in the Police Court, charged them an exorbitant fee and greatly in excess of what he agreed to take their case for. When they were arrested they deposited S0 for their appea ranee in Police Court They were each fined on the immorality charge and $35 of the amount deposited as bail was deducted therefrom and the balanoe paid to Reardon. who, the women say, kept it as a fee. They also say that he came to their house after the arrest and offered to defend them for 810. Reardon denies the charges made by the women and says that he charged them no more than hisservioes are worth.

Dlrnrco Decisions. Judge Bartholomew yesterday refused the application of Lizzie Potro for divorce from George Petro. Both accused the other of infidelity, and the defendant had hied a cross-complaint in the case. The court tried to persuade them to abandon the action and make no. They refused, and the court thereupon told them that they would neither of them be granted a divorce. Lyda Severance was granted a divorce from Charles V. Severance on the grounds of cruelty. She was also granted custody of the two children. Mary C. Hunt, who is the defendant in a divorce suit by John A. Ilnnt, yesterday tiled a petition, in Room 8. asking that she be granted an allowance for attorney's fees to defend the case. Merl's Verdict Affirmed. Judge Olds, of the Snpreme Court, yesterday affirmed the decision of the Hendricks connty Circuit, which some time ago awarded Nicholas Merl, of this city,' 81,000 damages against the street-railway company. Merl was injured in 1869, and brought suit for 510,000 in the Circuit Court, but the case was venued io Hendricks county. y. Fined for Deserting: His TVlfr. James Watkins was fined $10 and costs yesterday for wife desertion upon an affidavit filed by his wife before 'Squire Daniels. Watkin pleaded guilty to the charge, admitting the desertion, and said he would not return to his spouse. Sent to l'lnlntield. Willie Hopkins and Otto Wells, the two young colored boys arrested by detectives McGufl and Thornton for stealing a watch on the South Side, were sent to the Reform School for Boys, by Judge Cox. yesterday morning.

Dunlap'g CtUbrattd JIat$ At Seaton'a Hat Store, 7 N. Penn. street.

If you are in need of a good driving horse, carriage team, coupe or saddle horse Attend the horse sale at State fair grounds Tuesday, llth iqst. Ar You Going to the World' Fair? Green Sc Co.'s World's Fair Room-renting Agency has a desirable lot of rooms for rent at reasonable rates in desirable locations. For particulars call on or address J. S. CttUSE, tl2 Fast Market street.. Indianapolis, lnd. Do not forget that Lackey's horse'sale begins Tuesday, 11th inst. at 10 o'clock a. m., at State fair grounds. College avenue cars leave Union Station every hour, beginning at 7:20 a. m.

0 ULIUS C. "WALK, Indianapolis, had an nnha. ally attractive window last week, a hanging basket of beautif 1 natural flowers was suspended from tho center. At the back and sides was a very artistic air ngeinrntot Easter lilies, hyacinths amlsmiiax. A large mirror covered the floor. On this very natural looking lako swam a number of little yellow goslings. Handsome pieces of Jewelry, watches and eparkliag gems were scattered among the flowers. The effect was very pleasing, and attracted the attention of many passersDy. Clipping from Jewelers' Circular, New York city, April 3. 1833. t

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In the blazing light of our brilliant bargains the people's eyes have been opened to the full meaning of the words, Honest Values and Square Dealing. Our extremely low prices are dumfounding competition and delighting the people. The name of the Original Eagle is on every tongue and always pleasantly . spoken. The crowds increase by the growing hours until we are being literally "mobbed" daily by friendly multitudes. Our $10, $12 and $15 Men's Suits and Spring Overcoats are the crowning glory of tho designer's art and the tailor's most perfect work. They are such as you will be asked $15, $18 and $22 for in any other house in Indianapolis for goods inferior to ours. Our Children's suits have become the center of attraction for the shrewdest buyers in Indiana. Cheapness is not the only merit that makes our goods desirable. It is the combination of elegance, true worth and economy that attract the people. We haye received a new invoice of the Popular Tourist Hats, worth $2.50, our special

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It is interesting at this time to know where you can get reliable goods. There is no shrinkage in the statement that everythiaff here enumerated is nrst-class. Prices moderate.

The Last Cold-Wave Flag

Flutters in the breeze to-day. From this time on the weather service guarantees warm weather.

Parlor Furniture:

Suites, Divans, Easy Chairs. Reception Chairs, and many fancy pieces in fashionable woods and latest coverings.

Bedroom Suites ,

Latefct designs In Oak, Mahogany. Birch, Maple and Walnut.

Dining Room " FURNITURE. f Sideboards. China Closets, Extension Tables, Chairs in Cane, Leather, etc.

Book Cases,

With and without secretaries; closed or open fronts.

Hat Racks. Hall Chairs, Settees, Couches and Lounges. Farlon Library and Tea Tables; all the Various Woods Rattan and Reed Rockers and Chairs in all Finishes.

BY THE WAY: F. W. Frank, of this establishment, has had twenty-five years1 experience in the furniture trade of this city, a longer experience than any--one else now in the retail trade here.

FRANK'S FURNITURE FAIR.

115,117 and 119 E. Wit ah. St. Opp nite Oo rth. o.

LIGHT-WEIGHT SUITS

In all the latest styles of fabrics, hancU somely made to measure,

$25 and Upwards.

Our' department for ladies1 tailor-made costumes is at tracting great attention. Ladies are invited to come in and see the goods we are making into these garments. This ia the only house of the kind in the State.

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OHAELES MATEE & CO., 29 and 31 West Washington Street

FURNITURE LARGE STOCK, NEW GOODS, LOW PRICES. WM. L. ELDER, 43 & 45 South Meridian Street.

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