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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1904

Page

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Bridges to be built over White River and Fail Creek

Canptys Councilman Walter Johnson says 750000 for four concrete bridges over White River and one over Fail Creek will likely be approved. Johnson shifted from opposing to supporting concrete bridges after a Cincinnati trip. He favors permanent concrete spans and expects council action soon, with designs along Morris Ave, Ryersave, W Michigan A, Emmesville, and Fall Creek at Delawarest.

White River Fail Creek Canptys Walter Jonson Counciman Johnson Johnson Cincinnati Wastington Abin Wall Creek Entity Council Coonelimar Johnson Morris Ryersave Michigan A Emmesi¢hsvilly Fall Creek Delawarest

Grand Duke Cyril Rumors of Death Reported

Reports from Saint Petersburg and Port Arthur recount Grand Duke Cyril's critical condition after wounds from battleship Petrovsk destroyed by Japanese forces. Amid conflicting telegrams, officials say he survived the ordeal, with others aboard the vessel perishing or missing.

Gyril Tie Lake Port Arthur Vladomir Cyril Ile

Where Will They Hold the Republican County Convention

A muddled election notice reveals the Republican county committee planning a convention on May 12 at an unknown venue. Democratic officials already booked Tordinson Hall for their gathering while Republicans consider Riverside Park or the state house roof as possible sites. The dispute comes as Democrats prepare for their own July 20 state convention and a May 12 delegate session for the St Louis national convention. The issue heightens as Hearst and Parker forces clash and speculation swirls about venue readiness and delegate counts.

Bet Newtley Rolly Tordinson Hall Bert Johnson Chin Marting Thurday Anne Tamtineon Irtek Reilly Republican Committee Chonen St. Louis Riverside Park State House

Lifeless body of Dublin diver Hear recovered at Jersey City dam

The lifeless body of William J. Hear, the diver trapped by a great ball at the Jersey City reservoir outlet pipe, was brought to the surface Friday afternoon. Doctors confirmed death after the helmet and armor were removed and the wrist pulse checked.

Great Reservoir Boonton Ronton Willam J. Hear Jersey Sity

Little Elmer Stairs Quiet Child’s Narrow Escape

Little Elmer Bontrager a two year old of Mont chim street fell and rolled down two flights of stairs Friday afternoon. Parents called an ambulance after the tumble and a dispensary physician found only a bump on the head with no serious injuries detected.

Elmer Bontrager Montchim St Elmer

Durham and Thirham Sentence Delayed by Reformitory Court

George Durham and George Thirham faced sentencing after pleading guilty to stealing an overcoat from Dayton Ault. Durham allegedly fired at officers during a pursuit weeks earlier but did not injure any, court records show.

George Thirham Tidtang Reformatory Tutge Alford Dayton Ault Durham

Fragmented political note and odd clippings from a local paper

The page shows garbled text mixing political hints, names like Herod and Wilson, and stray ads. A garbled dialogue references a missing key ring and a failed search, followed by a cough remedy and a brief drugstore mention.

McGowan Signals Split Of E Michigan St And Stockyards Line

President McGowan announced that the E Michigan St and Stockyards streetcar line would be divided. The plan calls for extending the line to a Belt railroad junction for better service and separating parts near the Stockyards from the main line. The Board of Works heard debate last week and again Friday with McGowan present. Residents urged a longer extension, while officials cautioned about costs and wider routes.

McGowan E. Michigan St. and Stockyards E. Michigan Kickers Board of Works Ito Cantern Belt Railroad Michiguest Une aMockyards Praident McGowan Mr. McGowan Tile Sun Govan Wis James Collins Michigan-st McGowar Dawey-Town

Four confessed gang members charged after street assault

In Witmer Oniost district, four men of the Wility dozen gang faced Northampton court Friday morning on charges tied to a corner fight near Sweeney's galone. William Kinney, 16, was fined for unlawful assault and drunkenness. Pat Kinney claimed to be 14 and faced questions about his age. Leo Hirith and John McNevin were initially held, then released when evidence proved insufficient.

Wility Dozen Witmer Oniost Inndlicy Court Mat Willam Kinney Wilmot Sweeney Kinney Tt Iw Pat Kinney Willkie Tank Bia Sxjoon Piller Leo Hireth John McNevin McNevin Hirrth William Kinney Corte

Sixteen Errors as Reasons for New Trial in Walter Brown Case

Federal court records list Walter Brown's bid for a new trial based on sixteen alleged errors by the judge. The motion was filed and arguments opened. The other items note the probating of the will of Charles W. Gerauch and a local business ad for a hatter.

Walter Brown Bixty Werson Aled

Cold Wave Threatens Fruit Crops in Indianapolis

Prediction warns another cold wave is headed toward Indianapolis arriving Friday night and forming Saturday morning. If accurate, the late fruit crop may be ruined as temperatures drop and frost possibilities rise. Mr Blythe forecasts the chill will push temperatures well below freezing, impacting remaining crops.

Indianapolis

Weather Forecast for Indiana and Nearby States

Forecast ahead predicts rain turning to snow by Friday night with colder temperatures Saturday. Wind chills and below freezing temperatures are expected, with 7 am at 38 and noon around freezing or below. Severe cold likely Saturday afternoon across Indiana and surrounding states as northwest winds intensify.

Indiana

Man Grins After Knife Carrying Fine

William Robinson aged 22 appeared in police court at Eehls for carrying a concealed weapon an old shoe knife. He stated he carried it to cut paper while working for a paper hanger. He was fined ten dollars and cashed. He grinned as the fine was imposed.

William Robinson Caley Sl Robinson

Something for the Dead Animal Man to Do

Fragmentary local notice describes barking dogs near Tecumseh and Temple Ave. The text hints at a parson broadcast and dogs meeting fate, with garbled product lines about Burdock Blood Bitters and digestive remedies. No clear individuals or organizations emerge.

FL Tenthant Tecumseh Termple-ave

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