Severe Flood Destruction Baffles Indianapolis Residents
Tornado like storm and heavy rains hit Indianapolis and North of the city causing widespread flooding. Streams rose steeply and creeks breached banks threatening homes. Residents feared another flood as Marion County reported record river levels and extensive damage in Fall Creek and surrounding areas.
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Fall Cree
Adkinaylis
Marion County
Teots
White River and Fall Creek Railroads Affected by Flood
Flood effects on White River and Fall Creek railroads disrupt service as rivers rose four feet and caused washouts. At pumping stations and across the division from Franklin to Cambridge City trains halted, with some lines redirected to Tamige and Yates Mills as authorities assess damage and restore lines.
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Nia
Franklin
Ywiig
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Morsay Wight
Braine
Cambridge Ciy
Tamige Ale
To & Vatein Yates Mills
Lightning sets fire in apartment complex debris and outages
Amid a stormy night, a balcony blaze erupted in a Detroit quarter apartment block causing extensive damage. Lightning knocked out power and wind gusts scattered debris as firefighters contained the flames. No injuries reported, and investigators will examine the wiring and the cause.
Mr Bunny Promises Easter Rabbits to Children
A childlike plea over the phone leads to Mr Bunny promising to bring Easter rabbits. Marguerite and siblings want rabbits, with Loretta Brosnan and others noting the family’s wish. The tale ends with hopeful planning for Easter gifts and a gentle, communal happiness.
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Bunny
Horetia Brosnan
Loretta Brosnan
Jahn
Mipsis Desi
Colered
Lightning Strikes Lembert Car Company Yard Killing One
A bolt of lightning crippled the coal office building and deafened two workers while a horse died and another was injured near Leptant and Southeastern avenues. The storm halted work until noon when responders were sent to the scene. The building sustained damage but did not ignite.
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Lembert Car Company
Leptant
Southeastern
All Want 10 Marry Gilmore Advertisement Parody
An odd, garbled notice mocks marriage ads listing Gilmore and Moran’s hota as a backdrop. It parodies romantic enticement with scattered phrases about wives, suitors, and a prankish “New Plahes 18 and up” sign from Wulechner’s.
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Wulechner
Boy With a Lighted Match Causes Explosions in Sharon
A mischievous boy lit a match and triggered fires at the OW City fuel supply plant in South Bhuron. An exhaust pipe blast damaged regulator machinery and caused a home explosion killing Mrs Laughrey and leaving about 1,000 people without fuel. Policeman Al Jauparey was injured as windows shattered and the scene spread fear.
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Sharon
South Bhuron
BAS
al Jauparey
Ellie Laughery
River flood forces safety efforts on White River bottoms
Officials report higher water levels than last week prompting Kruger to dispatch a river advocate to the region. The warning indicates ongoing safety work as crews prepare for possible impacts downriver.
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White River
Wien
Kruger
Advieca
Appointment of Chief Sweeping and Sprinkling Inspector
Charles A. Garrard is named chief sweeping and sprinkling inspector at a salary of $1.20 per year. Fred Lehr Thomas Gibson and John Sullivan will become assistants. The appointment creates a department of sprinkling and sweeping inspection under the board of works. The text notes related expenses and unclear details about the unit.
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Charles A. Garrard
Fred Lehr
Thomas Gibson
John Sullivan
Huard Ul
Canton
Portland Floods Widen as Waterworks Close
Portland Indiana battles historic flood as Wabash River nears record height forcing shutdown of waterworks and widespread property losses. Reports describe rising water overwhelming city streets, bridges, and sewers while towns statewide brace for higher levels and potential evacuations. Authorities warn of continued danger and urge precautions.
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Portland
Ind
Salamon'a
Avery
Ahepger
Teachers laugh at jokes during Friday session at Rotting to Roberts Park
Two men and five women teachers headed to Eastman sanitarium after a Friday morning Teachers association meeting. They entered a building by mistake, were corrected, and moved to the church where President Bashford of Wesleyan University teased jokes about their night. The association's afternoon session began at 2.
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Eastman Sanitarium
Bashford
Theiva Wesleyan University
Jengford
Haahford
Jerome
Kranes
Dabman
Associatin
Lomlinsen
Court Sustains Demurrer in School Book Contract Case
Superior court on Friday sustained the demurrer to Sliver Hug hete Cal complaint challenging the State board of education’s bid for school supplies. The ruling dissolves the restraining order and allows D C Heath & Co to be awarded the contract for school materials.
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Th State Board of Education
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Missing Robert Higgins Sparks Police Alarm
Robert Higgins and his brother beg for help as Higgins vanishes from home. Reports describe a man with a sandy mustache involved in stealing wallets from women, with Hertha Lovett as a recent victim near 9 Delaware. Police investigate while a hotel advertises rooms and hats at Colonial and Hand shops list merchandise.
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Robert Higgins
Robert Kmstus
Wyas Svarred
Aoman
Hertha Lovett
Delaware
Kuropatkin Prepares to Attack Japanese Forces
General Kuropatkin, commander in chief of Russia, arrives at Harbit Marchuria and moves his headquarters to Lie Yang to better position for Korea campaign or to meet a possible Japanese landing at Miuchwang. Reports say Russian forces are ready to strike and seek a decisive engagement. Correspondents note ships in harbor and growing tension as Britain and America dispatch observers to monitor developments.
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Korea
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Weather Forecast for Indiana and Surrounding States
Fair and cooler with northwest winds. Friday night 72 at night, noon 48, 2 pm 50. Saturday and probably Sunday expect cooler conditions with fair skies.
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Indiana
Opinion on Steel Contractors and City Maintenance Obligations
A. C Harris analyzes the opinion on steel contractors affected by the Washing wut event. He argues repairs may be forced and costs charged to contractors, while contracts for street maintenance over time may be void if the city lacks a right to perpetual repair obligations. The piece discusses maintenance duties, pavement restorations, and the American Surety Company's stance on liability for maintenance.
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Whitey
Mead
Harris Okieghar
Aten
Mars
Hugh Speed of Cars Fails to Shield Sued Pedestrian
A damaged streetcar case in Minneapolis concerns Mrs. Marsene who sued after an accident at 2 o clock. The appellate court reversed a Merion Superior Court ruling, holding the contributory negligence defense insufficient to bar damages. The decision, by Judge Wiley Pritay, favored the plaintiff, allowing recovery for injuries despite high speed claims.
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Aanaystha
A. Marsene
Etre
Holinsen
Fevy
Neglia liv
Coal Prices 10 Come Down In Several Cities
No price reduction yet in Indianapolis though Cincinnati and nearby towns have cut 50 cents per ton. Indianapolis buyers await a meeting next week to decide spring trade terms as prices are expected to drop. Also mentions Piso's Cure for coughs and Wilson's Rough Cure as remedies with local drugstores listed.
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Indianapolis
Cincinnati
Indanepolly
Dam Break Threat Near Mercer Reservoir
Fragmented report warns the Celina side dam at Mercer reservoir may fail due to high water volume. Officials urged immediate action to evacuate nearby households as rising waters threaten homes and several towns downstream.
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Ky, Marys. C. Apel
Celina
Mercer
Inganny
E & We
American National Pays Another Extra Dividend
Stockholders of the Ameried Hatiorary Bank received an extra dividend of 1 percent on Friday. The year began with an extra 1 percent, followed by a regular dividend of 7 percent, totaling 7 percent within the year. Det. Wes and Jen 119M are mentioned in the public notice context.
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Ameried Hatiorary Bank
Det. Wes
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