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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1903
Page
1
Manila April 13 The Aetna Christina flagship of Admiral Montejo raised from mud Sunday by a wrecking crew and beached. About 80 skeletons found aboard. The interior valve missing suggests scuttling when commander abandoned ship. About 150 shell holes noted. hull remains in fairly good condition.
Louisvile April 13 Right Rev Michael Bouchet 35 vicar general of the Louisville diocese died at the cathedral rectory after a day spent in mass confessions and prayer He was a noted inventor of a typewriter an adding machine and an earth moon sun motion instrument He donated his wealth to orphans and charity Sisters of charity.
In Columbus Indiana on April 18 authorities report the dead infant found in Flatrock River two weeks earlier. Footprints of a man and a woman appeared from the city across a grassy park toward the river, the grass withered where they stood, later obliterated by stock grazing. Superstition abounds that the footprints belong to the child’s parents who threw the baby into the river.
In New York City a conference in the Stevenson building aims to settle HS strikes and major carpenters’ strikes, with Frank Duffy as general secretary. Attendees include Henry Meyer, D A Past, T J Sulliven, J Wo Ogletree, Westey Workman, and Joseph Rainey. Outcome expected to end many large-scale carpenters’ disputes nationwide.
Read all liners on the seventh page listing jobs and notices. White porter, chambermaid, elevator boy, washerwoman, and housework helpers are advertised or sought, with entries for a young girl to assist, a young ladies request for dining rooms, and a Gold watch lost noted among the notices.
In Norfolk on April 1 the maiden voyage of the battleship Maine was marred by problems. Officers and crew clashed before departure from Newport News. Storms followed, a gas mount accident and boiler issues caused seven deaths in two months. A deck scoop from weak structure occurred during practice firing off Puerto Rico. Lieut A C Ker died of typhoid. his body was sent to Chicago and six others were buried at sea.
In Buffalo on April 13 union firemen abducted five nonunion firefighters from the propeller William S. Mack. They were taken to union headquarters and held until police demanded their release. Frank BI, who sailed with them from Chicago, escaped by hiding in the coal pile and was found by police at 10 a.m. Monday. authorities feared foul play for the others.
City councilmen forming the inquiry into Ed Logsdon oppose hiring lawyers and fear they cannot cope with counsel from Togsilon and the Citizens' league. They plan to hire four lawyers but face a $300 budget constraint and difficulty finding affordable, qualified help.
Trials of alleged grave robbers will start Tuesday morning in criminal court with Samuel Marin first in line. W Thornton sworn in Monday as special judge to oversee the case, and prosecutors vow vigorous pursuit. If witnesses from the Dr Alexander case testify, it may be called next. Ruf Cantrell's trial is scheduled for April. Local ad notes Eppert Shoe Store offers a free pair of shoes to a lucky customer each week.
Louis Bogelon lay in serious condition after a cuspidor struck him in a Friday night altercation at his brother Philip Bogelon’s saloon at 91 Virginia Ave. Dr Berner reported a fractured skull and possible non recovery. The missile followed a dispute between Oscar Miller and Charles Minor over payment for drinks. Minor and Miller were arrested and the case continued pending outcome of the injury.
Henley H. Henley a Bloomington youth from the Henley family was held at the police station after attempting to buy a car with a $50 bogus check drawn on a Bloomington bank. Detectives arrested him. authorities said he may be released when his parents arrange settlement as the dealer does not want to prosecute. Henley, a University student, is noted for electrical experiments and a publicized invention.
Toless Gov Durbin weighs secretarial pick for Indiana corporation laws panel. Nominees include George Batchelor with broad support from judges, Marion county bar, and district backing. rivals include H H Colt of Lawrenceburg and George Shirta of Nobleville. Governors' influence debated as letters pour in urging favored candidates.
Col W F Cody known as Buffalo Bill was hurt when his western show horse fell during a Manchester performance. He was taken to his hotel and the extent of injuries was not yet known. Also included is a weather forecast for Indianapolis area and details of Father McCabe’s funeral at Holy Cross church with Bishop Denis Donaghue presiding.
A grand jury in Indiana plans to probe the J C Alexander case and the Rufus Cantrell gang of ghouls. Officials will examine influence, payments, and threats tied to the grave robbery inquiries. Cantrell to testify. clairvoyants and palmists may be questioned about their clients and payments. Trials for the ghouls expected to proceed in fall.
The Easter parade Sunday was disrupted by light rain and few sunshine breaks. Despite the drizzle, many spectators braved the weather and appeared in fashionably styled outfits from local dressmakers and millinery shops. Brass bands did not lead parade divisions, and some joked their music would have been overwhelmed by the regalia.
Christian ministers at a regular meeting debated resurrection with Rev W O Moore reading a pager. The group fractured his work and moved to controversy, while Rev A K Philpott urged focusing on the living Christ rather than the how of the resurrection.
Thousands of Indianapolis laborers sign a petition urging the mayor to permit a single Sunday baseball game without clashing with church services. If allowed, police would refrain from interference and players would pay fines the next day. baseball management shows no objection and other cities fund school programs with such fines.
A Sunday storm caused extensive damage in Vincennes Indiana with broad traffic disruptions. Landslides washed out tracks and blocked routes. trains were held up as crews assessed washouts and debris along the rail lines.
The Passover feast planned by the Americas club to honor late Nathan Morris was not served on Sunday evening. A seven course dinner for 10 was canceled upon Morris' death and the feast tone was donated to Eleanor hospital and the Little Sisters of the Poor.
Cleveland H Patterson, of 1382 Lexington Avenue, seeks news of his father Andrew Patterson, a Soldiers' Home inmate at Mary on. Last seen in Marion after visiting Indianapolis weeks ago, he is 21, 5 feet 7 inches, gray whiskers, full beard, wearing a light suit and overcoat. Undertakers Whitsett Culver handle notices.
Dr Towles from the City dispensary caused a stir in the Ghetto on Eddy street when an ambulance arrived at the residence of Abe Walna a bartender on S Capitol. Crowds gathered as Walna crossed Central avenue and tripped slipping before a car fender. He escaped serious injury. Local business listings follow with piano ads and horse feed.
Postmaster general Payne will review three weeks of inspector findings on irregularities in the postal service. The inquiry covers extravagance favoritism in contracts and promotions and other questionable practices. Officials deny sensationalism and note tighter rules on signing authority amid the Machen case.
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