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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1904
Page
3
Wide array of testimonials tout Peruna as a universal cure for catarrh and related illnesses. Mrs. M S Rogers says seven bottles cured her chronic symptoms including headaches and bad breath. Miss Edna Wilson and others praise Peruna for relief from bronchial catarrh, headaches, and cold symptoms.
Washington April 7 memorial service for the late Senator Marcus A Hanna occupied nearly the entire day with senators Beott Cockrell Platt Sul Spooner Blackburn Elkina Burrowe Fairbanks Daniel Perkins Depew McComat Heveridge Dolliver Ketiridge Kearns Aldrich Allison Frye Hoar Hale Hansbrough and Dick expressing sorrow and praise for his statesmanship and loyalty. After Dick’s closing remarks the Senate adopted resolutions of respect and adjourned. Claude Demaree was fined $10 for contempt of court for not appearing as a witness in a separate case.
An 18 year old lad sought refuge in a threshing machine on a car during a confrontation with armed companions in Omaha. He killed himself after the gang member Dick Barney of Chicago gave his name as the only identified associate.
The Phi Psi fraternity is not the biggest in the country. Secretary George Lockwood says there are about 9,000 members across 40 chapters, with Indiana holding around 1,000. New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio have more, while others are scattered nationwide.
I N Richie states the Logansport and Chicago rail line will be constructed this year. He notes options secured on sites for facilities remain unsettled and expects to capitalize on them soon. A park board attendee during President Gale’s right of way talks for Riversine Park allegedly faced a $2000 fee, though railroad men say the board cannot demand more than actual ground value.
Charles Grehe of 310 North Davidson Street faces a grand jury after being charged with stealing a four horsepower engine from John B D Hardebeck. Hardebeck runs an office in the State Life building and says the engine was hauled away around April 1.
Dr. W. EB Garrison was introduced as Butler University president at chapel by retiring president Bert Butler. He spoke briefly, expressed a wish to stay close to students, and was well received by the student body Wednesday.
An advertisement urges readers to contact Dr Hartman, president of The Hartman Sanitarium in Columbus One, for a free consultation outlining a remedy or treatment. The message stresses prompt action and personal attention from a qualified physician.
April 1 reports describe John Corn ana and E Z Johnson Jr wounded when John Kenny shot into a crowd after snatching a pocketbook from Annie Mier. Ken ny fled toward a street car but was captured as the car slowed and the crowd pursued. The assailant claims he acted after being chased.
James Carter and John Leyendecker rally for Hearst at the party headquarters. Carter, a North Indianapolis physician and Bryan ally, seeks office and recalls a narrow mayoral loss. Leyendecker, a lawyer, assists Maguire shaping Friday night primaries and targets Mayor Helizman.
Chicago outlines a new belt line called the Tenors, Town & Minnesota railroad running from Fock ford through Innet Newalb Petone Mamence Valparaiso and Michigan City with plans to extend to Beloit and Janesville Wisconsin. Senator Bourton of Kansas has been sentenced by the district court and has departed for Washington.
Nun crafts and needle painting works feature ocean motifs in a St Braneis convent display. Judges Miss Louise Hawkins and Miss Eme George commend the pieces as nearly flawless. One piece valued at 104 dollars and two table covers by Mrs. W L Magar draw strong attention from Indianapolis and local observers.
Fragmented OCR on New York politics outlines Democratic and Republican contests across governors and presidential nominees. It notes shifts since the silver issue debate and references Parker and Wallace, with distorted figures and unclear margins amid party dynamics and local elections.
James H. Matthews of Indianapolis connected with Atlas engine works is identified as the oldest Phi Psi in the United States. He attended Jefferson College in Connensburg Pennsylvania when the fraternity was organized. He was present at the Dauphin meeting, marking his first attendance in fifty years, making him feel like a boy again. In Linton Indiana, a mass meeting in Gazellion Grove saw a majority vote to not return to work. Miners sent delegates from the joint conference, suspending work in the district. Three mines flooded by recent high waters remain unused while negotiations continue on other operations.
An appellate court held that a parent who hires a private tutor for a child cannot be deemed noncompliant with compulsory education law for not sending the child to a traditional school. The ruling clarifies that tutoring arrangements may satisfy educational requirements under the statute.
Washington gossip notes Countess Cassini staging a spring garden bazaar on the Hubbard lawn for the Russian Red Cross. Events include displays, booths by Washington society leaders, jewelry by Andre Robbeaum and Stanislaus Intowski, and a Russian children’s dance with music from a marine band and an orchestra. Proceeds support wartime Red Cross work.
The city expects many alumni for a library celebration at the institution. A portrait of Bona Thompson, founder of the library, will be unveiled in the evening. The unveiling will feature art by TLC and a reception for alumni and guests.
A chaotic births and deaths column lists numerous names and addresses with scattered details. It records births including a girl and boy for various couples, multiple obituaries with ages and locations, and several marriages among local residents. Building permits and demolitions are noted, with addresses and estimated costs for home repairs and new structures.
Seasonal heat drains nerve energy causing appetite loss indigestion and insomnia. Dr Miles Restorative Nervine is advertised as restoring vigor via soothing nourishment and nerve support. Testimonial from Mrs Augusta Schwendemann cites improved sleep appetite and vitality after use. Guaranteed money back by Dr Miles Medical Co with retailer return policy.
Street Commissioner Pat Lawler laments the volume of citizen requests while noting seven hundred seventy "halters" mapped for repairs. He says only the most urgent items can be addressed this week as rains and damage limit crews.
Reports from INGTON dated Apel 7 indicate naval forces have moved to deter potential disturbances near the canal. French officials suspend operations on the ground amid strikes, while authorities say no violence is feared and that steps are being taken to maintain order without interference.
Cattle receipts across Indianapolis and Cincinnati show strong to steady demand with mixed classes. Buyers seek good quality steers and cows, while hogs and lambs post stable to firmer values. market reflects broader rail shipments and regional activity with price ranges across several weight classes and grades.
Grain prices and market notes mix with scattered figures for wheat and corn. The report lists multiple grade and color distinctions, with entries mentioning white and yellow colors, various futures cues, and several price points across different sectors and vendors.
Unclear market notes describe opening strength across stocks with gains in some rails and industrials, while others show mixed moves. Reports mention broader activity and benchmark indices with a focus on Amalgamated, Southern Pacific, and Archisna, plus total sales reaching 37.40 shares.
A garbled OCR summary of produce and dairy prices from Chicago and New York markets. Mentions butter creameries, live poultry including geese ducks and turkeys with various prices, and cheeses such as state full cream and creamery varieties. Includes per dozen poultry and per pound dairy rates with multiple fractions and unclear amounts.
Chicago Livestock market shows Friday receipts around 2000 cattle with steady to firm demand. Prime cattle and hogs quoted across classes. ranges include prize steers 6 to 8 dollars, stockers and feeders near 4 to 5, and hogs 4 to 9 with various weight categories. East Buffalo market reports lighter cattle volume and steady to firm prices across steers calves and sheep.
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