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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1905

Page

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Testimony Links Smithey Death to Self Inflicted Shot

Mrs Kitley testified before Coroner Harry Trewiler about a night of unknown caller and tense remarks as Smithey reportedly tried to enter her home. She said he appeared intoxicated and questioned her about children before claiming a woman killed on an interurban was ground to pieces. She found him shot, using her revolver, and he died. she and her son Lloyd described seeing him fall in Smithey’s room and noted no sign of forced entry aside from a long-locked door and shutters.

Kitley Smithey Rose B. Kitley Harry ‘Tatewiler Trewiler Stringer Abe Winniages Kirley J Ahe Hee Rom Hat Ste Doe Su Oaenty Inithey Kites Hancock County Cumbeland Alent Chad Bie Roma Bes Perth Mimbir Doora Wain Toran Dereon Cumberland Tloyd Frank Kitley

Reward Offered For $1,900 Missing From Weaver

Daniel Weaver of 1021 NX Keystone av reports $1,900 lost Thursday. He suspects theft from his overcoat pocket in an elevator in the Law building, though authorities pursue all leads. Weaver and his wife, ready to buy a home, were devastated by the loss and seek return of their savings.

Daniel Weaver Keystone Ave Law Building Weaver Homenne Wbe Dmposinte

General Ward Named Adjutant General in Political Move

Gov. Manly named John R. Ward adjutant general, prompting surprise among Cortaby politicians. Ward, a ten year friend of Manly and former aide to Durbin, is seen as both personal and political ally. Debate centers on whether the appointment strengthens the Durbin machine or reflects Ward’s open support for Manly’s gubernatorial campaign.

D. Frank Manly John R. Ward Gov. Manly Ward Dure King Gov. Manly Has Favored His Personal Arlends Over the Fellowe Hanly Hally Crimpacker Wark Durbin Handy Durlin

Boy Hit by Car in North Indianapolis Accident

Ten year old Daley McNub of North Indianapolis was seriously injured in a street car crash near Benate-aye and North-st on Friday afternoon. He stepped from a car, moved past it, and was struck by an oncoming Northwestern avenue streetcar. An ambulance under Dr Hawley carried him to his home for treatment.

Dley McNub Indianapolis Benate-aye North-st Ava Ely Hawley Hie

Boy Steals Ring Court Sentences Teen to Reform School

Marvin White, sixteen, was ordered by Judge Stubbs to Reform School for theft of a ring from a New York store. The incident occurred Friday at Denison Barber Shop titled The Beat.

Marvin White Indiana Reform School Hayn Stubbs New York

Engagement of Stokes and Pastor Sparks Society Note

The engagement of 64. Phelps Stokes, a Yale graduate and son of Anson Phelps Stokes, to Rose Harriot Pastor, a Cleveland factory worker and writer for the Jewish Daily News, shocks society. Stokes is a University settlement worker. the couple plan July marriage.

TIM SUN New York Phelps Stokes Anson Phelps Stokes Rose Harriot Pastor Cleveland, G Sias Dewish Daily News Chia City Breatore Genter Review Olverver Clevelaned Mini Pari Gether Fldridgest Stokes Yale Country Arte Knickerbocker Stoker Aroine Hueiaam Almoat

Silverware Stolen From Residence in MeN Me ridian Salat

A robbery report says silverware was stolen from the residence of Thomas Kuckley in Median at Me ridian. The thief gained entry through a cellar window and the incident was reported to police on Thursday. Debect Ivow dire at work on the enae.

Thomas Kuckley

Stolen tools recovered after theft at Orphans' Home

A theft at the Orphans' Home on Washington Street involved tools valued at £40. Detectives Lowe and Lan pakter arrested Forrest Mandal of Toledo and Chiosts, and the stolen items were recovered from second hand stores around the city.

Washington St Terase Lowe Lanpakter Forrest Mandal Toledo Chiosts

More Precincts Than Machines

Within 30 days the Republican city central committee will reorganize for the municipal election. A primary will pick ten precinct committeemen and a chairman. Two candidates for chairman: Robert Bryson and Pierson Mendenhall. Redistricting and voting machine changes loom as precincts and machines adjust. John Haralet may run for councilman, ward two.

Republican City Central Robert Bryson Pierson Mendenhall Extownship Bryson Board of Safety Thas Central Committee Snd John Haralet James H.iltingaly Saunty Council Coune Cl

Pin Headed Idiots Attack Auto Drivers in Indiana Case

Attorney Henry Spann denounces careless automobile owners during trial in Indianapolis over Joseph Afcore who ran over Mrs. Minerva Hawley, killing her last year. He argues drivers fall into two kinds, careful or pin headed idiots endangering lives. defense claims Hawley saw the car and jumped in front. Jury deliberations began at noon Friday.

Tiereape Indianepolis Henry Splann Joseph Afcore Minerva Hawley Spann Dlota Iver Moore

Sunday Baseball Bans Spark Indianapolis Debate

Mayor Holtzman declares Sunday baseball illegal in Indianapolis after a meeting with Ministerial association leaders and Law Enforcement League representatives. He states no games will be played for any consideration in violation of local laws, despite support from Board of Works president Mal Twing.

Wo Holteman Julianapolis Ministerial Association Law Enforcemet League M. Ls. Haines First Presbyterian Church Joshua Stnsfield Meridianst. Methodist Church MC. Pierson The Friends” Chureh Law Knfoeresment League D. W. Cooper Col KH Ritter Tie Ail Ting Suni Baerat Tedianepolis Hvdianapeatis Warehall Unis Col Mal Twning Board of Works Hala Iydkinapolis Eluinee Mayoe Holtzman

Death of Otto Domke May Have Been Self Destruction or Accident

Investigators led by Superintendent Kruger, at Chief Bird's request, consider Otto Domke's Frankfort railroad death as possibly self inflicted or a train run over. Minnie Palmer, an Indianapolis woman, was questioned after being with Domke in the city. Her testimony suggests he spent much money, grew reckless, and left town broke before dying near Medaryville and Frankfort.

Minnie Palmer Otto Domke Frankfort Chief Bird Ind Kruger Massachusett L Cave Low Lancanter Domke Medaryville Indianapolie Rome

Fruit prospects buoyed by mild weather says Hortical official

State horticultural society president Wo Flick reports the past few days have not brought harsh conditions to fruit prospects. Temperature trends suggest some crops like plums cherries and apples may still develop. growers indicate fruit appears sound and in good condition despite recent changes in weather.

Wo. Flick State Hortical Dural Society Fick Mya Fhek Fitck Milek Daule

President Roosevelt Honors Rough Riders In San Antonio Visit

In San Antonio on an April day, President Theodore Roosevelt visited Rough Riders amid a reunion. He rode with the veterans, greeted by cheering crowds at Alamo Plaza, where 29,000 people parked and flowers shaded the speakers stand as the escort of honor.

Sctupps- Trai Press San Antonio Aprial Dent Roosevelt Rough Sai Jia Unt Unereagh Riders Finehean Aemyp Mitten Voueton Hin van Gere Ler Travie Park Monsaivs America Terie Moasuma Alamo Plaza Fran

Clemency Recommendation Pending From State Board

The State Board of Pardons has sent recommendations to the governor for clemency actions. The board did not disclose how many cases or which prisoners were favored, nor will it reveal the names of those affected. The governor will decide whether to grant executive clemency, with information to be released only as decisions are made.

State Board of Pardons Gove A. Peak Hanky Senvite Ters Phex Vanly

Murdered by His Stepson in Apparent Family Tragedy

A local report details a fatal stabbing within a family context. The victim, linked to noted residents, died after a dispute with his stepson. Investigators are pursuing leads and reviewing evidence at the crime scene.

L.parker Atkins Zotgler

Court hears alleged abuse case in frail marriage dispute

Mrs Linnethan testifies that Gilbane threatened the family and tried to take a child, while the defense contends the couple is tempestuous but the court weighs rights to see the child. Gilbane allegedly grabbed and shoved the wife, injuring her as witnesses corroborate. The case proceeds after more testimony.

Jd Tor Jet Ned Gilbane Ginhone Thas Hee Heron Emen West Indfundpalia

Stock Reduction Declared by Security Trust Company

The Security Trust company of Ant nnovedis reduces capital stock from $500,000 to a lower amount. The change was approved by the board of directors some time ago and recorded with the secretary of state.

Security Trust Company Antnnovedis Vridey Med

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