No Third Term for Roosevelt
Roosevelt will not consent to a third term to defeat a supposed rich men's conspiracy. The piece warns of Harriman and Rockefeller money aiming to control the White House, urging delegates to be instructed or bound to prevent a Wall Street–backed candidate and defend Roosevelt’s reforms.
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White House
Roosevelt
Scott
West Virginia
Taft
Cannon
Illinois
Fairbanks
Indiana
Shaw
Cummins
Iowa
Western
Harriman
Theodore Roosevelt
Republic
Harriman Cabal
Sherman Refuses To Talk On Political Interviews
New York April 8. Representative James Sherman received a wireless message ordering him to avoid political interviews. The missive, signed J. ., was reportedly placed in his pocket as he prepared to speak with Scripps-McRae. The message instructed neutrality and discretion in his public statements.
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Scripps-McRae Preas
New York
James Sherman
Local Jottings From OwI City Note Odd Details
Brief items gathered by reporters in Owl City cover several topics from construction on Ek Tenth Street near Windsor Street to measles outbreaks. Notes mention Admiral George Brown visiting the naval station, Measles cases rising, and upcoming dances at Walhalla Hall. Other items celebrate food innovations, local gossip, and street life.
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Owl City
George Brown
Federal Building
Navy
Thaw Trial Resumes As Insanity Report Upheld
The Thaw case nears a jury decision as Justice Fitzgerald accepts the insanity commission’s finding that Harry Thaw is sane enough to stand trial. Jerome objects, and Dr. Hamilton is questioned amid court disputes, with the defense pressing to have Thaw deemed insane.
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Jerome
Insanity Commission
Harry Thaw
Fitzgerald
Allen McLane Hamilton
Delmas
Bryan Against Tainted Money Speech in Kansas City
William Jennings Bryan spoke at Grand Avenue Methodist Church in Kansas City praising churches and institutions that refuse tainted money. He urged ethical funding, predicted universities will reject partnerships with criminals, and warned against judging morality by prison penalties.
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Kansas City
Grand Ave. M. E
Willian
Jennings Bryan
Chare
Bids Open for New Livestock Pavilion at State Fair Grounds
Bids on the livestock pavilion project at the state fair grounds will be opened after noon Tuesday. Bids must be in by noon that day. The legislature appropriated $100,000. if the contract exceeds this amount the board must cover the difference. Multiple bidders are expected.
Trusteeship Vacancy After McCardie Resigns
John McCardie resigns from the board of trustees of the Southeastern Hospital for the Insane and the resignation has been sent to the governor and accepted. No successor has been appointed yet. McCardie will join the State Board of Tax Commissioners.
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John McCardie
The
Southeastern Hospital For the Insane
McCardie
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Fire kills a New York fireman in Metropolitan rail yard blaze
A massive fire at the old Metropolitan street railway power plant and car barns in New York killed one fireman and injured fourteen, with six buried under rubble after a wall collapse. The blaze destroyed over 200 street cars, damaged apartments, and caused a million dollar loss.
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Old Metropolitan Street Railway
Tax Board Holds Light Schedule Rumors of Bermuda Absence
The State Tax Board had no hearings as of Monday and carried on only routine business. On Tuesday the telephone companies are to be heard and the board may adjourn to executive session after judging the filings. Member John Wingate is in Bermuda for health reasons and may not attend for some time.
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State Tax Board
John Wingate
Bermudas
Two Women Set to Graduate From Indiana Dental College
Two Indiana Dental College seniors, Miss Edna Jenkins of Indianapolis and Miss Zenan Rector of Brazil, Ind, prepare to graduate. They discuss motives, study experiences, and future plans likely in Chicago, Indianapolis, or Cincinnati. They critique prior facilities and aim for firm positions after May commencement at English’s Opera House.
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Edna Jenkins
Indianapolis
Zenan Rector
Brazil
Ind
Miss Jenkins
Congress Ave
Rector
Pennsylvania St
Weman
Miss Rector
Chicago
Indiana Dental College
Cincinnati
Old Central College
Central College
Indiana Centre College
Betrvss
Tne
the Central
Foglish
Opera House
Caleb Mills
English’s
Ohio
Delawarests
Defense rests as trial nears verdict after prolonged proceedings
The defense announced it had rested, and Justice Fitzgerald ordered testimony to cease. He kept the jury together for remaining proceedings, setting 2 o'clock as a deadline for jury instructions. Delmas estimated two to four hours for his closing argument, with Jerome likely to speak next.
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Delmas
Jerome
Justice Fitzgerald
Tlmas
Tribute to Lawton in Indianapolis Unveiling Ceremony
Officials of the War Department in Washington say there is no reason for complaint among Grand Army men in Indianapolis. Orders have been issued to regular troops to participate in the May 30 unveiling of the Wanton monument and to represent the army in honor of General Lawton. Acting Secretary Oliver clarified troops are not sent to outshine locals nor to guard President Roosevelt who will deliver the principal address.
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War Department
Washington
Grand Army
Indianapolis
Wanton Monument
Oliver
Roosevelt
Lawton
Department
Public Works Orders Track Elevation on West Washington
The Board of Public Works ordered the elevation of the Big Four and C H & D tracks at West Washington street after final hearing Monday morning. The project will cost about $100,000 and start as soon as possible.
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Board of Public Works
W. Washington St
New York Humane Alliance Offers City of Indianapolis Drinking Fountain
The National Humane Alliance of New York presents Indianapolis with a $1000 drinking fountain gift. The mayor has not yet acknowledged the offer and must decide a suitable location for installation.
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National Humane Alliance
New York
Indianapolis
City to sign contract for new coliseum next Wednesday
Mayor Bookwalter will sign the contract for building the new coliseum if papers are prepared and accepted by the Board of Public Works. A new filing to enjoin the project will not halt work, and Judge McMaster is expected to sustain the city's demurrer to the new paragraphs.
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Bookwalter
Board of Public Works
M. M. Bachelder
J. L. McMaster
Will of Mrs. Abba C. Newell Bequeaths All to Son John
The will of Mrs. Abba C. Newell, one of Indianapolis oldest residents, was filed in probate court on Monday. It leaves all property to her son John P. Newell. The 1880s document was written with a quill pen, as was signer R. W. Hubbard who used a long lasting quill.
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Abba C. Newell
Indianapolis
John P. Newell
R. W. Hubbard
City announces municipal swimming hole opening plan
Mayor Charles A. Bookwalter says the city will open its municipal swimming hole at Fallcreex and Capitol as soon as water warms. The Pleasant Run swimming hole will not be used this year due to very low water levels, leaving boys to seek bathing elsewhere.
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Charles A. Bookwalter
Fallcreex
Capitol
Pleasant Run
Ash Bids Rejected by City Board of Public Works
The Board of Public Works rejected all bids for city ash collection saying the cost would be too high. Residents may have to continue paying privately for ash removal services.
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Board of Public Works
Denison Marker Shop Baseball Uniforms
Denison marker shop advertises baseball uniforms priced at $1.75. The fragment notes a local retailer offering sports gear but provides limited detail beyond the item and price.
Spooner Joins Case Over Chicago Tax Pleas
In Washington Supreme Court arguments vast tax demand in public utility cases is debated. Former Senator John C. Spooner and John S. Miller represent corporations opposing Chicago’s 700000 dollar levy on capital stock and franchises. The suit challenges assessments on South Chicago City Railway Chicago City Railway Peoples Gas and Coke Chicago Telephone and Chicago Consolidated Traction.
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Scripps-McRae Press Association
Washington
Supreme Court of the United States
Chicago
John C. Spooner
Senate
John S. Miller
South Chicago City Railway Company
Chicago City Railway Company
Peoples’ Gas and Coke Company
Chicago Telephone Company
Chicago Consolidated Traction Company
Methodist Pastor On Roller Skates
The Rev. Albert Hurlstone of Roberts Park M E Church joins local skaters on sidewalks, praising skating as healthy outdoor exercise for all ages. He and friends practiced at a rink learning balance before joining others on paved streets, noting its wholesome nature despite risks.
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Albert Hurlstone
Roberts Park
M. E. Church
Hurlestone
Hurlstone
Mrs Louisa J Smith Dies of Heart Disease
Mrs Louisa J Smith of 387 Yandes Street died Sunday night from heart trouble at age 54. She left five grown children as survivors.
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Louisa J. Smith
Standard Oil Raises Refined Oil Prices Half Cent
Cleveland April 8 Stand ard Oil company today raised quotations on all grades of refined oil by half a cent a gallon. Quotations on gasoline and naphtha remain unchanged.
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Kerippa-McRae Press Association
Cleveland, O
Standard Oil Company
The Gem Laundry Ad Offers Family Washings and Dry Cleaning
The Gem Laundry advertises family washings with rough dry at 5 cents per pound and flat pieces frord. It provides the phone number 1671 for contact.
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THE
GEM Laundry
Healy Bros Practical Plasterers and Piano Ad
Heal Bros practical plasterers advertise services and contact numbers at main 605 and new 5567 1828. They promote new pianos priced from 16 dollars. Wulschners complete listing. Gus Habich at 121 West Washington Street.
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Heal Bros
Driver suffers leg fracture in stable incident
O. C. Baily, driver for the Indianapolis Abattoir company, received a compound fracture of the right leg on Monday morning near 1601 W. Chrost after stopping to adjust harness when a horse kicked him.
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O. C. Baily
Indianapolis Abattoir Company
W. Chrost
Marion County Jurors Split on Thaw Case in Murder Trial Poll
A Marion County poll of two dozen jurors who heard murder cases shows mixed views on Thaw. Several jurors would acquit in a Stanford White murder, while others favor conviction. some are undecided, citing sympathy, evidence issues, or disbelief in prosecutorial strength.
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Marion County
Wiliam
Calvert
Agi Stanford White
D. J. Reagan
Joshua Edwards
Noah Doolerbide
Jones D. Caldwell
Fred Brommer
Charles E. Johnson
George Williams
Edward Petticard
Joshua Ediwards
Perry Hard
Deputy Prosecutors Appointed Under New Courts Plan
Prosecutor Elliott R. Hooton announces new deputy appointments due to two new superior courts and a probate court. Adolph Emhardt becomes diver deputy in Judge Hanna's court Edw H Knight serves as divorce deputy in Judge Harvey's court James L Gavin appointed deputy to probate court Fred Rookey named deputy for circuit court to fill vacancy left by Frank Baker who becomes chief deputy in criminal court Charles Remster named second deputy for crime court to oversee juvenile court affairs
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Elliott R. Hooton
Adolph Emhardt
Hanna's Court
Edw. H. Knight
Havey
James L. Gavin
Fred Rookey
Bation
Frank Baker
Hooton
Criming Court
Charles Remster
Fire at Attica plant causes 235000 dollar loss
A Sterling Remedy plant in Attica Indiana suffered a 235000 dollar fire damage yesterday morning started by the furnace. General manager Warry L. Kramer raced from Mudlavia to oversee firefighting in 12 minutes. About 200 workers were affected as work resumed in all departments today with the packing department hit hardest.
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Attica
Ind
Sterling Remedy Company
Mornig
Warry L. Kramer
Mudlavia
Five Miles
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Roscoe
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Henry Spaan
Texas
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Sugar Grove
Capitol Ave
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Softer
College Ave
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Port OF Commission
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Ireman
Blaze
Old Metropolitan Street Rail
Scripps-MecRae Press Association
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Frederick J. Leopold
TAX Board
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Jenkins
Reetor
P. G
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ASH
Denison Marker Shop
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