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The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
PATRIOTIC ENGINEERS.
Members of the Locomotive Brother
hood UnfurI a Flag.

ST. LOUIS, Mo-, May 12.-The business
before the convention of locomotive en-
glneers to-day was the consideration of the
new ritual that has been prepared for adop-
ton. Very little progress was made, how
ever, a flag raising at the Union Station
and a reception this afternoon at the South
ern Hotel taking up most of the time. The
Ladies' Auxiliary is also in session, pre-
sided over by Mrs. w. A. Murdoch, of Chi
cago, the president. About noon Grand
Chief F. NJ Arthur, in the presence of 500
delegates to the locomotive engineers and
the Ladies' Auxiliary conventions and
thousands of other spectators, unfurled an
tower Of the Union Station. Mayor Ziegen-
helm and Vice President Bryan, of the Ter
mnal Association, participated in the
speechmaking and the ceremony was en-
livened by the footing of numerous steam
whistles and bursting of bombs.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

WASHINGTON, May 12.-According to a
report received at the State Department
from United States Consul Skinner, at
Marseilles, the Federation Colombophile de
Marseilles has been training homing
pigeons for the past five years for the pur-
pose Of securing information from ships at
sea, and now furnish reports of the COM
plete success of the experiment. Birds re-
lance of 800 kilometers from Marseilles (the
equivalent of about 212 miles, have reached
the home lofts promptly. Similar expert
ments are being made on the Atlantic
liners, and the consul adds that it is not too
much to expect that in the near future
there Will be an end to the uncertainty
often felt as to the fate of belated steam
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
DENIED AT WASHINGTON.
No Protest Against American Occupn-
ton nf the Philinninea.

WASHINGTON, May 12.-In all official
quarters the State Department and diplo-
matte, the reports coming from London to
the effect that some of the continental
powers, particularly Germany and France,
have made protests against American oc-
cupation of the Philippines, are met with
fiat denals. There has been no recent con-
certed action among the continental powers
toward Intervention nor have the repre-
sentatives of these powers in Washington
exchanged any views lately touching on in
tervention This statement Is made In the
most specific manner by French and Ger
man officials. They are beginning to feel
considerable annoyance at these oft-re-
peated reports, and they are inclined to at
tach some significance to the fact that all
of them emanate from London. In at LEAST
one embassy of a continental power this
tendency at London has received official at
tention. and the notice IF the State Depart
ment has been drawn to 1t during an off,
cial interview. Both the German and French
authorities feel that their declaration OF
neutrality should be received in good faith
and without the frequent intmaton that
they are about to intervene TO defeat the
ends OF the United States. AS showing how
far-fetched such reports are, an ambassador
stated tonight that Intervention along the
lines suggested by the cable dispatches from
London would be so clearly against Amer
lean interests as TO amount to a caSus
beih. Being one of the four ambassadors AZ
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
Two War Measures PASSED.

WASHINGTON, May 12.-The House to-
day effected but little legislation. An i'm
portant measure providing for the organi-
cation of special line of coast defense
vessels and the enlistment of men adequate
to man them was passed. The Senate bill
to establish volunteer signal corps was
passed without amendment. These two
emergency war measures were the features
of the session.
A resolution was passed calling upon the
secretary Of war for information relative to
the construction of a ship canal at Sabine
Pass, Tex. and its probable effect upon
the depth Of the harbor at that point.
The House voted to insist upon it's nom
concurrence in the Senate amendment to
the bill providing for feeding and arming
the Cuban people, and the speaker named
Cox.
Nearly two hours were consumed in an
inenectual effort to secure consideration OF
the House bill to organize hospital corps
of the navy.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
To Annex Hnwnif.

WASHINGTON, May 12.-The House
committee on foreign affairs by a vote of
10 to to-day agreed on the Newlands reso-
luton for the immediate annexation of the
Hawaiian islands. An order was adopted
limiting the time within which the views of
both the majority and minority are to be
submitted to the House next Tuegday. The
vote stood:
For Annexation-Hitt of Illinois, Adams
Of Pennsylvania, Heatwole of Minnesota,
Cousins of Iowa, William Alder Smith of
Michigan, Gillette of Massachusetts, Pear
son of North Carolina Quigg of New York,
all Republicans; Berry of Kentucky Demo-
crat, and NewlandS of Nevada, silver
Against Observation-Disclosures of Arkan-
sas. Clark of Missouri, Howard of Georgia,
Williams of Mississippi.
Mr.. Henry. of Indiana, who was for an
neXation, was absent
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the public or the volunteers. The people
would like to have an opportunity to testi-
fly their respect and wave god-speed to
those who are entering the country's serv-
ice, and the latter should not be denied the
small favor of receiving that attention and
perhaps a flying kiss in the air or a bunch
of flowers from some one whose presence
will be an inspiration to the man on whom
it is bestowed. Wise men do not ignore such
sentiments as these. No German regiment
ever left provincial town or camp with
out being afforded full opportunity to re-
ceive such attentions. and they are the
stronger for it when they meet grlm-visaged
war
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

Having seen statement to the effect that
farmers in some parts of the West are pay
ing 10 to II per cent, and even more. on
farm mortgages. a man who has been in the
loan business in Nebraska. Kansas and
Iowa for fifteen years, writes that farmers
are placing mortgages at the present time
at Z per cent, and that this year loans have
been placed at a less rate. He says that in
Nebraska local agents are making a house
toulouse canvass, offering an open rate Of
per cent, and that on the best security
money on farms has been obtained for 3-5
per cent.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

A Key West dispatch reports that 800
marines on board the transport Panther
had been landed there nominally for drill
purposes, but in reality because so many of
them were suffering from naval neuras-
thenia," and 1t was thought some brisk
shore exercise would be good for them In
general medical parlance neurasthenia
means nervous debility caused by over
work, but naval neurasthenia is caused by
the strain on the nervous system due to in
action and confinement on board ship. The
symptoms are said to manifest themselves
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The resignation of four members of the
Sagasta Cabinet, including the ministers of
marine, colonies and foreign affairs, seems
to foreshadow the collapse OF the Sagasta
cate\a serious detection in the government
which will lead to the formation of a new
Ministry, or possibly the creation of a die
tatorship. Whether collapse or a general
detection, it is evident that the ministers
have resigned because of the hostility of
the increasing number of the enemies of the
present regime
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

There is no corner Of the world" says
a British paper. where Britain could by
any possibility become entangled in a naval
contest in which, or close to which, she has
not ample coaling facilities under the flag"
No doubt this is true, and it is remarkable
proof of British foresight and statesman
ship. If the United States get possession of
the Philippine islands it would be equally
good craftsmanship to cede them to Eng
land for the privilege of using each and
every one of her coaling stations.
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how it came about. Never did the head of
a government, in time of peril, utter such
despairing words as these:
Now this is precisely what grieves me. I
believed that the first cannon shot fired by
the United states against our troops would
be a signal for the union and the fraternity
OF all Spaniards, as all are equally affected
by the assault Of the United States. / was
mistaken. Certain parliamentary groups
are in disagreement with the government,
and have the pretension to make conditions
in return for their support. They thus para
lyze our efforts and diminish the strength
which is Indispensable to the government.
The situation is very simple and unfortun-
ately cannot be concealed. Spain is desc
lated and ruined by internal troubles.
'Desolated and ruined are the words of
statesman who feels that his country's
cause is already lost and that he only awaits
the hour. Under such conditions the world
is asking. why does not Spain give up
now?"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The recent Improvement in the marks
manship of the shore batteries in Cuba
lends some credibility to the rumor that
there has been an accession of French gun
ners. 1t has been evident for some time that
the sympathies of the French are with
Spain. and it might be well for our gov
eminent authorities to inquire If they are
furnishing material aid. Blood is thicker
than water, and the French are a Latin
race
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
MRS. MANNING'S DIVORCE.
Melville w. Fuller's Daughter Applies
to the Court.

CHICAGO. May 12.-Mrs. Mary C. Man
ming. eldest daughter of Chief Justice Mel
Vile w. Fuller, OF the United States Su-
preme Court, has made an application in the
Cook county Superior Court for a divorce
from her husband Colin c. Manning, on
the ground Of nonsupport and alleged bad
habits. Mr.. Manning is now United States
consul al tayal, Azores islands. He has CIV
en- notice OF an intention to resist the
granting OF the decree. The parties were
married about six years ago
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The reports of the destruction OF prop
erty by fires in recent months, compared
with the corresponding periods in preceding
years. indicate that we are increasing our
command over that devouring element
During last April the loss was 1921. 600
against s1OsSs,OO 600 in April 1897. and sl2,OlO.-
800 two years ago. The losses during the
first quarter of this year were $S7 .95S coo.
against $42.O62 400 and $47s2O. 800. respectively,
and there rate associations are going to
pieces, which indicates that insurance COM
parties are more prosperous than years ago.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

That peace party" had better quit its
foolishness and enter into the spirit of the
ffmes. The only way in which peace can
nowSbe obtained and maintained is through
a decisive victory over Spain and her naval
forces, and anything the aforesaid party
can do to further that end will be much
more practical work in behalf of immediate
and permanent peace than anything they
can do toward stopping the war before that
inevitable end is accomplished.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
THE INDIANAPOLIS JOURNAL

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shooter Rndh wnn.

DES MONIES. Ia, May l2-The reverse
pun championship cup, a $500 trophy do
rated by the Schneider Arms Company, Of
Kansas city. was won easily at the Budd
shoot to-day by Charles w. Budd, of this
city. He scored ninety-six out of the one
hundred the previous record being ninety.
! ne ne lenrtWsnty target events were pull q OFT
Saln. tulford getting 1876 out OF the total
d10. Powers 1SS. Heikes 1877 Leroy 1856 Gill
pert and Diclxey lS5. The live-bird contest
tomorrow will end the Budd shoot
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

General Woodford has set an excellent
example in resigning the major generalship
to which he was appointed by the Presi-
dent. Since the war, in which he made a
creditable If not conspicuous record, he has
become an old man. Besides, he has de-
voted his attention to other than military
affairs and has no special fitness for the
duties Of a major general.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The spirit with which the spaniards have
met some attempts to land expeditions in
Cuba should warn the government to make
the expeditions and their support strong
enough to PUT success beyond doubt.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The present situation presents an excel
lent field for the papers that carry on guess
ing contests. The whereabouts of the Span
ish fleet could furnish the guessing mater
ial. The winner of the contest should be
placed OH the eligible list for the naval
strategy board
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

Some of the learned military authorities
who give their wisdom to the newspapers
OF this city cannot distinguish the differ
ence between an officer in the state militia
who has not been mustered into the United
States service and one who has. There is
q wide difference, and should the war con-
tInua long enough they may come to under
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

One of the things most diligently avoided
by the experienced fighter and strategist
is the undertaking of the enemy's prowess
or cunning. 1t must be remembered that the
Spaniards sailed the waters Of the western
hemisphere. and particularly that part of
the ocean in which the Greater and Lesser
Antilles are located long before we did.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

in various ways. principally in nervous
irritability and an intense desire for move
ment, no matter of what kind. Sailors get
over it, but 1t is apt to prove troublesome
to new recruits.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

That Spanish spy who hanged himself
yesterday in the barracks at Washington
was an economical sort Of fellow. BY his
voluntary act he saved the government the
expense of trial and, 10 doubt, of an exc
cution. His act in taking his own life
showed that he was not without benevolent
traits
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

It Is very fortunate that a Republican
House and Republican President will pre-
vent the execution of the scheme to put the
United States on the financial basis of Spain
and China.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The farmers Of this country have not seen
30 good times in a generation, the prices
which they receive. the prices which they
pay and the ruling rates of interest con-
eidered
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
ALWAYS n Cure.

Don't worry" said the Cornfed Philos-
opher. lover things that cannot be reme-
died. A little perusal of the patent medi-
cine ads will show that there is remedy
for everything"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

It has been stated that when the troops
now ia camp in this city are ready to move
TO their several places of rendezvous they
will be placed on the cars at their present
encampment and not marched through the
city. Perhaps on some accounts this may be
the better way but It fails TO recognize
any sentiment In the case on che part of
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

It IL the duty Of every Republican in this
city to attend the primaries tonight to
elect delegates to nominate candidate for
Congress- Let them go and participate.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The Senate finance committee seems to de-
sire a dollar like that of Spain-a dollar
which lost half its purchase power In ten
DAYS
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

Over nfty Populist papers in Kansas have
dropped Mr.. Bryan's name for President.
al; 81 which proves that good crops and
good prices are inimical to calamity politics.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
Reasonable.

paw" asked the little boy, didn't you
say in your speech that you expected the
map of the world to be changed soon?"
Il think 1 did," said the orator.
"Then what is the use of my studyin' jog
raphy?"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
Cause Enough for TroubIe.

ut all come about" the father-in-law ex-
planned to the policeman, 'by some of desc
fresh young niggahs th'owin' shoes at de
bride, sah."
''Well'' said the policeman. that's Gus
tomary."
mot boss shoes, 1t amt"
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

There is not any danger that Europe will
intervene In behalf Of Spain, but should it
N SO an embargo on the export of wheat
would cause a halt
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

One hears little now Of the Spanish tor
psdo feet which gave our people so much
anxiety few weeks ago. The torpedo boat
in not such q terror as & was
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

Which Would Have the Effect OF
Handicapping the Governments
Plans If the Protests Were Needed.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

What Spain might DO should not trouble
us so much as it did. With her internal
troubles Spain can do very little in an ag-
rressiYa line.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

Little squabbles like that concerning mill
&ary authority in Camp Mount should not
arise among men OF mature years.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

Eight United States postoffices. one of
them in Indiana, bear the name of Madrid,
but not one of their postmasters has re-
signed on that account
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
BUBBLES IN THE AIR.
EnyfOuS.

Miss Green-Lizy White say she done win
dat cake by havin' not more dan one foot
on de flo all de time she was wallzin'.
Miss Brack-Huh! Dey wasn't room for
bofe Of 'em.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13

The Republican congressional primaries
win be held this evening in the respective
wards.
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13
SLY MEDDLERS
EUROPEAN POWERS sCHEMING To
ROB THE UNITED STATES.
Germany and other Nations Reported
from London to BE Trying to De-
Drive Uncle Sam of His SpOiIs..
WAR MUST NOT BE EXTENDED

REPRESENTATIONS ALLEGED To
HAVE BEEN MADE TO M'KINLEY,
The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1898-05-13


The House exemption Of bank checks I'M
der $40 is stricken out, leaving all checks
drafts, ETC.. subject to the stamp of 2 cents.
The rate on domestic bills of exchange of
less than 500 is reduced to 2 cents, and 2
cents is added to this rate for each addi-
tional 500. This provision is made ap-
plicable to postofflce money orders The
rate on foreign bills of exchange is made
double the rate levied on domestic exchange
A uniform rate of l cent is required on
all bills of lading, manifests, receipts. etc.
for packages issued by railroad, steamboat
express companies, etc. tax of / cent is
also imposed upon conversations over tele-
phone lines where the charge exceeds 10
cents. The rete on indemnifying bonds is
increased from % cents to 80 cents.
The provision for taxing deeds of convey
ance is changed so as to make the rate 80
cents where the consideration is below $500
and adding 30 cents for each additional $500
A Uniform rate of l cent is made on tele-
graphic dispatches, the official dispatches of
telegraph and railroad companies and off,
cial government dispatches being the only
exemptions.
The rate on ordinary life insurance poll
cies is increased from cents on the 800 to
10 cents On fire insurance companies the
rate is fixed at one-half of / cent of each
dollar Of the premium, and the same rate
is made on the premiums of casualty, fidel-
ity and guarantee companies.
The tax on mortgages of less than 81 500
in amount is fixed at % cents and a ike
sum added for each additional $500
The paragraph requiring tax on powers
of attorney is so modified as to exempt
those given by ex-soldiers in the collection
of pension ard other claims against the
government. The requirement for tax on
probate and administrative proceedings re-
Earding wills is also eliminated On gen.
eral receipts a uniform rate of / cent Is
made.
Trade marks are included In the taxable
articles in Schedule b. relating largely TO
druggist proprietary articles. There are
slight changes in all the rates under this
schedule. Mineral waters are entirely ex-
empted from the operations of the act, as
these the House rate is reduced one-half.
being / cent on PINK bottles and cents
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SHORT ITEMS CAZETTED.

Miss Addie Bigham left for St.
Paul and Minneapolis Saturday.
She will visit in those two cities
until Christmas.
Will Marvin has secured a posi-
tion as solicitor for the Southwest
ern Mutual Life Insurance Co. of
Iowa, and has already commenced
his work of talking life insurance.
John lett and a portion of his fam
lily left overland for Brownton Mon
day, with the view of spending the
holiday period with friends and
relatives in that section.
It is now pretty definitely settled
that G. V. Everett will be appointed
deputy county auditor under the
regime of Mr.. Tompkins, and that
present Deputy Auditor Mckay will
be appointed deputy county treas
urer by Treasurer-elect Tenney.
At the meeting of the Crystal
Lodge, Daughters of Rebekah, last
Wednesday evening Elizabeth Nc
Clintock was chosen noble grand,
Jane Vale vice grand, Lizzie Aiken
secretary, Fred Barnes Financial
secretary, and Nettie Barnes treas
urer
Among the 1898 improvements
mentioned last week in this paper
we neglected to state that D. L.
Bigham erected an addition to his
residence at a cost of about $4OO.
and that G.. L. Gordon erected a
bakery on Bridge street at cost of
at least $500.
Ex-senator Peterson, who was
defeated for representative in
Brown county, by few votes, and
who afterwards talked of contesting
the election of his successful op-
ponent, has concluded not to enter a
contest. Mr.. Heimerdinger will
therefore represent the county in
the next legislature.
The candidacy of Capt. w. P.
Dunnington of this city for the posi-
ton of sergeant-at-arms of the
senate is progressing finely, and
there seems to be very little doubt
of the Captain landing the prize.
Some of the leading members of that
body are working for Mr.. Dunning-
ton. His opponent is Thos. Downs
of Minneapolis, a well-known and
genial resident of that city.