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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1904
Page
6
The text warns that nervous sleeplessness and fatigue signal systemic exhaustion and that neglect leads to serious illness. It promotes Dr Miles Nervine as a remedy that nourishes and rebuilds the body, citing Mrs. Sm Morehouse’s testimonial and a guaranteed money back promise if no benefit is seen.
Malcom P. Wilson a former Coffin coal company engineer sues the United Mine Workers of America for 5000 damages. He claims the union forced his dismissal after he refused to ruin the union and the mine owners yielded to a strike threat. Local operators are believed to back him as a test case.
April reports at the reptile house describe a mother water boa from Burma with a clutch of pale green, black spotted hatchlings about 27 inches long. The mother’s menacing display drew attention while the police prepare for an auction of a baby carriage used as property. Also noted is a smoker and vaudeville event planned by the Commercial Travelers’ Association at Claypool Saturday night with a committee including Floyd Newman Kelleher Wert and Gardner.
Supt. Kruger predicts a showy force as 2,500 dollars of spring clothing arrive for patrolmen. Pettibone Bros. of Cleamd supplied 80 coats, 1 pair trousers and five vests to fit each man after try-ons. Waist measurements vary, with the 4 inch waist of a patrolman and 34 inch waist of Chauncey Morlan noted as extremes.
An article notes a fine of two dollars and costs for a youth charged over damaged cups at a school event. It mentions local residents and the court, with details on the incident and neighbors involved. A separate brief reports condolences from England to the U.S. secretary of state over a naval disaster, and a New Orleans item describes B H Warriman being thrown from a car but sustaining only minor injuries with no serious harm.
Boonton New Jersey reports continued efforts to raise diver William Hoar from an overflow pipe 70 feet underwater. Divers push air and pumping systems while awaiting rescue. Hoar reportedly urged caution and asked that the fight be done openly if possible.
A recent will reveals a Swiss estate hidden treasure. The deceased left about $10 to $11,000 in debts and small bequests. A peculiar clause directs the balance be divided among two heirs in Switzerland. Searchers traced a pot with the specified sum at a specified spot in a European street.
A garbled report describes the escape of an Islamist leader from Aden and mentions various odd details about a boy, a child swallower, and magnetic experiments. It cites Dr. Fletcher of Pittsburgh reporting lead pipes removed from vacant houses on B Fourteenth Street.
Mrs Adams testified in police court that her husband Tom Adams dragged her around the house and assaulted her during the night. The court released Adams on bond after hearing testimony about keeping the family together and minor prior incidents.
A saloon in Bluffton burned Wednesday midnight leaving Monahan dead in a second story room. The incident ties to a double Monahan claim and a broader labor dispute with wage terms in question. A court report lists estate charges of 20795.97, with a hearing set for May 7.
Washington April Mrs Louis 72 McComas wife of the senator fromMaryland died at the residence in the elt Thursday after being an invalid for two years.
A summary of historic naval accidents and mishaps involving U S warships. It lists incidents from 1902 to 194 B battleships and cruisers with resulting injuries and damage, including muzzle and gun explosions, turret disturbances, engine failures, and collisions, noting crews spared and ships later repaired.
A damaged dispatch claims Russian forces under Admiral Togo bombarded Port Arthur with a large Japanese fleet seen from the steamship Haimun. The report notes heavy fighting, ships moving in coordinated formations, and a perceived Russian shore bombardment as Togo’s squadron pressed the assault amid foggy conditions.
London April reports from Br Petersourg claim a Russian hotel blast killed the son of General Kazarkotf as the Nord hater operation exploded with dynamite. Later dispatch notes officers suppressed newspaper accounts of the casualty. A separate Tokyo dispatch says Petrovna was sunk by the Japanese, not by a Ural destroyer, with no Japanese losses reported.
In Paterson News from April 1 report describes a snowbound city and public dismay over Port Arthur disaster. Russians vow to hang Admiral Uriu if captured, citing past naval losses. Admiral Makaroff praised. services held for crew slain at sea. The czar and government officials attend admiralty chapel mass. Admiral Uriu confirms report from Washington on April 4.
A discussion on tea use as a common stimulant in modern life. It notes caffeine effects on the nervous system and digestion, urges natural living, and cites Dr. R V Pierce and his Favorite Prescription for women. Claims about tonics and remedies follow, with testimonials and an offer for further information and a free advice letter.
An 18th century tale from Corby castle lore recounts a ghostly visitation seen by Capt. Stewart, later Lord Castlereagh. The specter allegedly foretold a rise to power and a tragic downfall, aligning with Castlereagh’s later career and death by suicide.
A cablegram from Admiral Uriu reported to the legation says a Russian battleship of the prewar Soviet type and a torpedo boat destroyer were destroyed by the Japanese on Wednesday with no damage to Japanese forces. A Shanghai message adds five Japanese warships attacked the Russian cruiser Bayan the same day, aided by two other ships, but the Bayan escaped under gun protection from forts.
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