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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1904
Page
1
Fire of unknown origin damaged the Hatton residence at 240 Salmest Street at 4:17. Firemen raced to the scene and nine Hatton family members narrowly escaped suffocation as flames spread to the rear. The dog was rescued as neighbors aided occupants during the alarm and smoky interior.
Reports from ANOTHER ARMY SEOUL and other cities describe U S military activity in Korea including transports near Hat Ju 5 miles north Chereipo, and troops landing at the Yalu estuary. Other items note two spies captured, executions, murders of merchants, and Admiral Stark being decorated.
Indianapolis city water has fully recovered from flood damage. Only one pump operates at Riverside station while repainting continues. Water levels are clearer in riverside areas and safe to drink.
Ed Deery, a clerk at Merchants' National Bank, suffered severe injuries Thursday morning after being run down by a beer wagon. He was taken to City Hospital with both legs severely mashed. The report cites congested streets and a rough incident scene near Wilson's Drug Store, with local witnesses describing the event.
Showers and warmer Thursday night and Friday, then clearing and cooler. Forecast temperatures include 7 a.m. reading of 44 and noon around 57.2 and 2 p.m. near 60. Showers and cooler conditions expected in Indiana and adjacent states with northwest winds on Friday.
John Faia Williams of St was severely hurt Thursday morning when a Big Four passenger rain struck him while on Massachusetts Ave depot streetcar tracks. The tram slowed as it neared the lath and the injury required ten stitches to close a long gash. He was taken to a city dispensary ambulance under Dr. Mark Buff. The incident occurred amid a scene near the depot with witnesses and emergency responders.
A wreck between a passenger train and a Wild West show train near Melrose Park left four dead and many injured. Firemen fought flames as rescuers pulled bodies from wreckage and transported the injured to Phoenix hospital. White Horse, an old chief, spoke calmly as he faced death, asking to be laid near his comrades.
A banking and currency committee on Thursday approved Giverabls report to improve currency conditions. The bill authorizes exchanges of customs receipts, repeats withdrawal limits, abolishes the limit on gold certificate issues, and permits new currency issuance, aiming to stabilize the monetary system.
The Trailers' protective association plans a German house hall gathering Friday with entertainment and dancing. Knights of the grip visiting are expected. In Marion April 1 a coroner reports Ahadruck Ashbrook, a farmer found in a cornfield, was murdered by a man with a missing finger on his right hand and a visible mark on the throat indicating throttling.
In Elkhart national bank case in federal court, attorney Ketcham cross examined ashlar Wilson Collins with consistent answers. Two more witnesses for the government will be dug in Thursday, including Pelton HI director who testified at the Brodrok trial about conduit activity and a moon reference. Foregin bond sale ads will be in the Commercial and Financial Register. New York office opened for bids April 3. Embezzlement charge filed against whisky salesman MM Spite, previously with J. L. Rappaport & a, arrested on complaint by Teap papert. peace court held over to grand jury.
A note from a city attorney states the water company must repair ten canal bridges to keep a highway crossing passable. The attorney argues the canal owner bears responsibility when a canal interferes with a public crossing, aligning with common-law principles.
Springfields April Cupid disrupts the Tuesday Bachelors Club founded years ago by local suitors at Caelwuhabls set. After two lean years attendance waned and with officers due for election the group voted to disband. About $100 was donated to the Salvation Army.
In the superior court, McDade sues Cyrus J Clark over fees from a contract for helping collect Clark salary after leaving office. The case involves alleged commissions on allowances and a dispute over who is owed what. County commissioners had paid the balance into court to settle the controversy.
Fragmented OCR reports a chaotic account of Hearst influence in Indianapolis and Chicago journalism including mentions of William Hearst aides Taggart and Eastman, and plans to align papers with Hearst policy to attack trusts while noting uncertain ownership and editorial directions.
A chaotic scene in Wichita Kansas as the Kansas delegation fractures over support for a presidential nominee. Factional clashes threaten a unified bloc while opposition argues for a compromise to secure delegates at the Democratic National Convention.
The article reports on a man named Van Roekirk claimed as the heaviest in Indiana and possibly the Midwest. It notes debates over his exact weight with estimates ranging beyond a dozen pounds and mentions a local weight contest that spurs speculation.
An appellate court rules that the rear room of a saloon, separated by a partition, does not count as part of the saloon for prohibition purposes. Johny W. Atkinson challenged a charge, claiming a misjoinder of offenses. The court found the rear area did not constitute his saloon under the law.
Washington April 7 census estimates for 1901 1902 and 1909 1910 reveal national growth excluding Alaska and insular possessions. New York City listed with 3 316 199 inhabitants Chicago near 2 000 000 Philadelphia 1 967 718 St Louis and Boston rising toward 68 000 and higher. Engaged in jewelry rings and bank facilities noted.
Adam Schoen, cleaning silk dress at Schoen Brow Ary cleaning establishment, was burned when gasoline fumes ignited. Flames engulfed him and his clothing. he escaped deeper harm by leaping into a large water tank. Building damaged, cause listed as spontaneous combustion. Loss about 31,000. Schoen received treatment at home by physicians.
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