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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1906

Page

2

COUNTY MAY APPROVE VOTING MACHINE CONTRACT

Judge Carter allows Marion County to buy 180 United States Standard voting machines for 87500, upholding the temporary restraining order and saying the county commissioners may choose the machine if it merits selection. Objections about manipulation risks are not enough to block the contract.

Marion Vinson Carter Carter Wedneday Wlw. Spenerr Cater Tadionz J Wow Spenern National Voting Machine Company Topravent

A Word From Josh Wise Contested County Case

In a courtroom study a sample machine was tested by experts amid a bid by United States Standard Company. Judge Carter found no graft charges in the ligation begun by Spencer. W W Spencer’s counsel said no decision yet on an appeal. John W Kern for the plaintiff is unavailable. county commissioners seek early delivery of the machines, which would not delay contracts.

Carter Spencer United States Standard Company Corm Hixher John W Kern

Rescue of Miner Berthou Shocks Garilau Mine Crowd

In Lens France engineers lost hope as 12 miners were saved last week. A 13th man Berthou, severely emaciated, was found after 25 days in pit No 4. Women and miners pressured rescue efforts, braving threats as they demanded thorough exploration. Reports note cannibalism amid food shortages and ongoing mining dangers.

Setinpon-Moline Garilau Courrierse Raines Vae Berthou Barthou Bern Nix

Council Result and Ownership Vote Report

Elected yesterday, council complexion shows Democrats versus Republicans in the city ownership debate. A municipal oversight license valued at $1,000 drew support, while an opposing view failed to reach the threshold.

Amstant Oo Democrats Council Demoernin Asmost Municipal Orner

State Prison Burned at Rankin Near Jackson

The Rankin prison farm eight miles from Jackson burned, destroying the convict settlement housing 18 white inmates. Total loss estimated at 360,000 dollars. Fire reported April 4 by Secippa McHae Press Association.

STATE Secippa-McHae Press Associatiie Jackson Strate Rankin

City Record of a Day Births and Deaths in Local Notices

A day recorded listing births with names and addresses including Towel ant Myrtle Betts, John Sprattley, and Emma Hauser among others, alongside a death roll noting Mary Crahen and Jon Giuffre with causes such as pneumonia and tuberculosis. The page also covers marriages, building permits, remodeling and additions with numerous addresses and monetary figures, reflecting a comprehensive local civil record.

Towel Ant Myrtle Betts N. Coloneta-ayve Bill Navid Grace Tavis Tulip-ave Ena Holtzman New Jervey Bow Whlam Mollie Hansen Kendington-st Hey John and Faonte Sprattley Ken Jyood Bey Woodward Katie Davidson Crah-st. Kay Charles Clara Stevens Cooper Sir James Ada Guimoe Michigan Frank Ada Radel Haugh-st Margaret Zielazay Warding Conrad Emma Hauser Wright Kay Harry May Bird Martendate Day

Sherrick In Prison Visibly Moved By Noblesville Demonstration

Special to The Son reports former state auditor David B. Sherrick now in the Indiana state prison after arrival in Michigan City. A crowd of about 500 old friends greeted him at Noblesville, many passing through the car to shake his hand. He appeared touched, and towns along the line echoed wishes for his eventual release as he entered the prison and prepared for the first meal and routine work.

Michigan City Ind David B. Sherrick Sheri Suurbier Indianapolis Howard Sherrick Cyrun Clark Michisad City Sherrick Noblesville Sourblyr Garner Bim Netupmad Clark West

City News Mixed incidents and charges in early Indiana report

A jumble of notices reports James Jackson threatening his wife and fleeing, a divorce cause listed for Emma Dalby, and Leigh Lynch writing to others and seeking relief. Other items note gas testing, a state fair cottage plan, a Republican convention rule, drunken conduct accusations, a grand jury, and various local crimes and civic notices.

Killed While Sweeping In Fort Worth

A man and a prominent seamstress die in separate incidents as city authorities report a fatal accident when a broom triggers a loaded gun. The event prompts investigations, while health officials order school homes abandoned and new buildings demanded. City council plans and upcoming meetings outline responses to the day’s incidents and public safety concerns.

Mayors Delegation Heads to Washington for Roosevelt Meeting

A Chicago delegation of mayors led by Mayor Deane plans to meet President Roosevelt in Washington to extend an invitation for the National League of American Municipalities conference in Chicago this July. The group includes Bookwalter of Indianapolis and MacVicar of Des Moines, with Mayor Rose of Milwaukee mentioned as part of the party but delayed.

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No Sympathy for Pup Dogs Dreadfully Abused in City

Crowds gathered near Washington Street and Capitol Avenue on Wednesday as a dog cried out in fear. A stray pup with bleeding mouth, of ordinary breed, was chased by a van and captured by a day catcher. He is held awaiting removal to a home for stray dogs. No one offered comfort to the distressed animal.

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Drydock Dewey Arrives at Malta En Route to Port Said

The drydock Dewey and her convoys anchored at Valetta Malta at noon today and reported all well on board. Officers expect to reach Port Said around April 1, bound for the Philippine mission.

Weenie Creas amnociAriom

Chicago Streetcar Question Settled By Referendum

Chicago voters rejected the street railways operation question by two thirds shortfall and narrowly approved 375 million Mueller certificates to buy street railway properties. Mayor Dunne pledges to appeal to voters while awaiting terms from streetcar companies and a new city council leans Democratic.

Scrippe-McRae Press Avaceiatt Chicago Mueller Law Corrientes Dunne Counsis Chicazo

Kansas City Mayoral Result and Local Notes

Complete returns show Henry W. Bearsley elected mayor by a slim margin. The Republican ticket led in office with exceptions for sit aldermen and auditor candidate Kent, a Democrat, who toppled the salary sharks. A church event, the Deeteick Skule, will be repeated by Central Christian women on Wednesday night, April 11.

Jer Deeeteick Skule Central Christian Church

Municipal ownership push for city roads and liquor policy

A city official argues for municipal ownership of roads and operation rights, citing London and other cities and noting the next election as the time to seek a franchise. The saloon license measure failed by a narrow margin, with a council split on high and low license proposals and several uncertain members.

London Gladkow Perhins Themsay

Pair of Small Robberies Reported in City Homes

A burglary at 10 W Nineteenth Ave left William H. Burk’s family to find the house ransacked and valuables untouched except for money. A second break in on Walcott Street sawWaite Philip Andring’s pocket picked of 90 cents. the thief was detected but escaped.

William H. Burk Cis Turk Waite Philip Andring

Local Public Event Notices and Meetings Report

A batch of community notices lists meetings and events in Indianapolis areas. Topics include Broadway M E Church society gathering at Mrs Welch’s 2219 Broadway. Wayinger W CT U L monthly meeting at Mrs Pearcy’s 341 N Roystone Ave. a postponed Mapleton W C T U gathering. a Home Mission rally at Third Christian church with M Lebeau lecturing at Shortridge High School for Alliance Francaise. Daughters of the Revolution Anthony Wayne chapter met at Mrs Isag P Gray’s 1309 N Pennsylvania St with officers elected for the national convention in Philadelphia. Women’s Home Missionary societies’ annual meeting in Indianapolis presbytery with Dr Mary Brasford as main speaker. Indianapolis Art Association increases dues to 10 dollars with new directors named. Center Township Republican convention set for Saturday. St Joseph’s Training School fair at Torr Nine Hall Easter week with concerts, reception, dance, and ball. Alexander W Thomson named Columbia Club president and a dinner held. Mr and Mrs Matthew McCabe celebrate golden wedding anniversary arriving in Indianapolis in 1886. the new traction line from Indianapolis to Greencastle slated to open in June.

Broadway M. E. Churen Ald Society WW. H. Welch Wayinger W. CT George Pearcy N. Roystoneave Apeckers Woman’s Christian Temperance Union of Mapleton Third Christian Church M. Lebeau Shortridge High School Alliance Francaise Literatura of Bretagne Anthony Wayne The Daughters of the Revolution Isqgac P. Gray N. Pann Ayvania St Philadelphia Ernest Tripp Charles Cross Theresa Voss Smith Samuel Kercheval Ag Woman's Home First Presbyterian Church Widianapalis Presbytery Mary Brasford Indianapolis Art Association Mia Benjamin Harrison W. J. Milligan Charles KE. Catin William ¢. Banks J. BR. Forrest Matthew McCabe Love Intanast Indianapolia Indianapolis Greencastle

Celebration Marks 25th Anniversary at Tuskegee Institute

A three day celebration opens at Tuskegee Institute for the twenty fifth anniversary of the school's founding. Booker T. Washington delivers the welcoming address before about 3,000 attendees. The platform includes leaders Eliet, Ogden, Low, Galloway, Carnegie, Seligman, Villard. Secretary Taft was expected but delayed, arriving tonight for a speech.

Scrippa-McRee Preas Association Tuskegee Institute Alm Turkeyes Normal and Industrial Institute Booker T. Washington President Eliet Harvard Robert C. Ogden New York Seth Low Bishop Galloway Methodial Episcopal Church Andrew Carmeris Isaac N. Selig Oswald Garrison Villard Taft

Gasoline Blaze Damages Saloon and Home

A gasoline stove explosion in the rear room of D. W. Conrad’s saloon at 15 E. Georglast damaged the building by about 2000 dollars. A saloon employee spilled gasoline and caught fire, with the blaze spreading to Mrs. Mary Hontee’s dwelling at 1349 Hamilton Ave, threatening both structures until firemen arrived.

D. W. Conrad Wea Dame Sparka

Mizner says he was robbed at Hotel Seymour

Wilson Mizner, recently married to Mrs. Charles T. Yerkes, claims he was robbed yesterday afternoon at the Hotel Seymour. He was walking when the incident occurred and reported loss of Fan In diamonds and other jewels.

Scrippa-McHac Press Association New York Wilson Mizner Charles T. Yerkes Fan Seymour Tno

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