Life Story Told by Evelyn Thaw's Mother-in-Law
Mrs Evelyn Flo rence Holman mother-in-law of Harry K Thaw now in Tombs NY awaiting trial for Stanford White's murder issues a signed statement via Pittsburg Leader detailing her silence after the killing She recalls her poverty after her husband died her trust in Stanford White and how she would have acted to protect Florence Nesbit Thaw if told the full truth.
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Evelyn Thaw
Scripps-McRae Press Association
Pittsburg
Evelyn Florence Holman
Harry K. Thaw
the Tombs Prison
New York
Stanford White
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw
Delmas
Jeng Sa
Pittsburg Leader Publishing Company
White
Mr. Delmas
Jerome
Harry Shaw
Florence
Jic
Local notes recall small-town tales and plans in Indiana
Jottings cover neighborhood mischief, a courthouse garret proposal, a building boom on Gray Street, rising measles reports, tax office crowds, a tobacco-chewing conductor, and talk of city safety. They note minnow boxes in the statehouse basement, a whistled tune causing a stir, a 1408 Union Street auction, and events at Wonderland. Home remodeling, a coal mine cooperative idea, and theater closings accompany shifts in Will Fowler’s hotel role and the Shortridge Junior Prom preparations.
United States Weather Forecast
Weather outlook shows cold conditions with freezing temperatures. Sky largely clear with continued cool regime across regions. Sunrise at 5 07, noon at 12, sunset at 6 23.
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United States
Crime Pictures Cleaned Out By Chief Of Police
Indianapolis reforms call for banning 5 cent theater crime reels seen to demoralize youths. Chief Metzger orders removal of violent crime pictures after visits by sergeants Hagerty and Streit. theater managers pledge compliance. Describes graphic scenes in Bijou Dream and other shows, including theft, murder, wrecks, and morgue images, with calls for protecting children from such content.
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Metzger
Hagerty
Streit
Indianapolis
Takei
Bob White
Judge Stubbs to Probe City Picture Shows
Judge George W. Stubbs of the juvenile court returned from the south and announced a thorough investigation of Indianapolis moving picture shows after a Sun exposure depicted vice aimed at youths. Bijou five cent theater proprietor Sullivan and the manager at 19 South Illinois Street urged an official review and offered access for visits. Other theater owners have not yet contacted the juvenile court.
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George W. Stubbs
South
Indianapolis
Sullivan
Washington St
Pennsylvania
Delaware Sts
S_ Illinois st
Stubbs
Jewish Federation Annual Meeting Set for Tuesday Night
The Jewish Federation, a local branch aiding Russian Jewish refugees and supporting agencies in Denver Cleveland and Pennsylvania, will hold its annual session Tuesday at 8 o clock in the administration offices 821 S Meridian. Myer Cohn, VP, says the federation is thriving and helping all in need emerge into industrious, worthy citizens.
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Jewish Federation
S. Meridian St
Royal Federation
Denver
Colo
Jewish Orphans
Cleveland
Jewish Farm School
Pennsylvania
Federation
Ossipia
New York
Relief Workers of the
Indianapolis
Myer Cohn
WestRosy Future Seen For Economy Despite Politics
A compilation of optimistic statements from business leaders across the United States notes strong crops and continued prosperity for 1908. Executives including N A Gladding of E C Atkins Co and John J Mitchell of Illinois Trust predict no hard times, with confidence and investment fueling growth despite Wall Street jitters and the upcoming presidential election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Mitchells
Hlinois Trust & Savines Bank
Chicago
Woman commits suicide attempt at canal amid narcotic use
Bertha Gray, described as a negress, stored whisky and cocain and attempted to drown herself in a canal. A letter carrier rescued her once, then she jumped again. Joe Thomas, a Black man, pulled her from the water as she sank, with Shine and Schlangen assisting.
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Bertha Gray
Joe Thomas
Bieselemen Shine
Schlangen
Attic Move Refused by Mayor in Court House Offices Row
Mayor Charles A. Bookwalter balked at relocating city offices to the courthouse attic after a council committee toured the space with county commissioners who offered it rent free. The Board of Public Works and city engineer prepared to move from the basement to rooms in the Majestic Building the mayor had leased.
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Frederick Eppert
Harry Rouse
Albert Uwhi
Jacob Hilkene
Board of Fibric Works
Majectic
Chilapa
Mexican National Bank
Chilpanicingo
Chilara
Wreckers Try To Stop 18 Hour Pennsylvanian Train
Canton Ohio April 16 The Pennsylvania railroad disclosed an attempt to wreck the 18 hour limited train at Buckhill Sunday night The trackwalker found a bent track then as he pounded in the last spike his lantern was smashed by a stone thrown from darkness Three men rushed over an embankment pelting him with stones and clubs The walker fled and alerted the operator The Limited was halted at Alliance Detectives are seeking the wreckers
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Washingtons
Vania Railroad
Buckhill
Alliance
Measles Close School No 58 by Health Board
The Board of Public Health ordered school No 58 closed until further orders due to a measles outbreak. Measles were so prevalent there that continuing operation was deemed dangerous, with many new cases reported at the health office.
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Board of Public Health
Hungarian in Trouble Charged Over Fraudulent Naturalization
District Attorney Joseph B. Kealinge filed a federal complaint against George Hornyak of Glendora Ind alleging that his naturalization papers are fraudulent and requesting nullification. Hornyak arrived in 1892 and claimed citizenship in 1884 before five years residence.
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Joseph B. Kealinge
George Hornyak
Hungary
Glendora
Ind
Honyak
Grand Theater Plans Approved for 2600 Seats
Building Inspector Winterrowd officially approved the Grand theater plans on Tuesday. He said the design is far in advance of city requirements, and the theater will seat 2,600 people.
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Winterrowd
Indiana Couple Refused License For Age Rule
Special to The Sax Cincinnati Ohio April 16 C J Klinger of New Castle Indiana and Elsie Lucas of Redkey Indiana were denied marriage licenses in both Covington and Newport because Miss Lucas was underage. She initially claimed 18 at Newport then said 22 at Covington after a clerk noted the discrepancy. They left determined to find a place to wed.
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Klinger
New Castle
Ind
Elsie Lucas
Redkey
Covington
Newport
Henry Drexelius
Union B Hunt Returns to Office After Health Setback
Union B Hunt, president of the Indiana Railroad Commission, returned to his Winchester office Tuesday after a heart trouble attack and a slow recovery. He will work only a few hours daily as advised by his physician, who notes lingering weakness and diet-related limits on strength. Friends welcomed him as he resumed duties with cautious pace.
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Winchester
Alunt
Colima Volcano Eruption Triggers Major Mexican Quake Toll
Reports from Mexico City say Colima’s violent activity and a major earthquake have devastated Chilpancingo Chilapa and nearby towns. Death toll estimated around 500 with heavy property losses in Colima Michoacan Mexico Puebla and Oaxaca as communication remains poor.
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Colima
Michoacan
Mexico
Puebla
Oaxaca
Thaw to Take Charge of His Own Case in Next Trial
Harry K. Thaw will assume full control of his defense as attorney Peabody confirms no statements will be issued until Thursday. The prisoner’s move aims to clarify who will represent him in the upcoming trial amid ongoing controversy.
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Thaw
New York
Harry K. Thaw
Smoke law warrants issued against six Indianapolis firms
Smoke inspector D. C. Walmsley announced warrants against six businesses in recent weeks. Named were Balk Krauss Lumber at Market and Missouri, Kingan & Co., Indianapolis Manufacturers' and Carpenters' union at 2018 New Jersey, Vant Schaaf, Ander & Taylor Foundry at 740 W Washington, Union Co operative Laundry at 2 to 28 Virginia, Beveridge Paper Co. on W Maryland and White River, and Brinker & Hatheney Paper Box at 328 to 334 W Court.
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Entine
Harrison Monument base excavation starts in University Park
Excavation for the Benjamin Harrison monument base began Tuesday on the south side of University park opposite the Federal building. The work marks the start of installation for the monument honoring the former president.
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Benjamin Harrison
University Park
Federal Building
Fund for Encampment Donations Promised by City Bodies
The Commercial club and other city business groups will provide 5000 dollars toward the encampment of the uniform rank and dedication of the new grand lodge building planned for August. The drive reflects efforts led by Harry Wade Grand Keeper of Records and Seal and Jonce Monyhan Grand Chancellor.
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Ganda Lodge
K. of P
Harry Wade
Jonce Monyhan
Wingate Returns From Bermuda Health Trip
John M. Wingate, member of the State Board of Tax Commissioners, has returned from Bermuda where he went for his health. He was at his place with the commission Tuesday. He has shown some improvement but remains far from well.
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John M. Wingate
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Bermudas
Fish and Game Warned on New Commission Reports
E. E. Earl chief deputy fish and game warden says the second edition of the commission reports will be issued between May 15 and June 1. The item appears amid a page of business and merchants including Bliss Native Herds, COMPEER CIGAR, Heal Bros plaster era supplies, and Park View Sanatorium with Dr L T Leach and dental ad for Grant Clay.
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E. E. Earl
Fish and Game Warden
Park View Sanatorium
L. T. Leach
New York and
California-sts
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Roscoe
BAT
Illino’s St. Line
Sam Shutt
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Fred Sims
Tom Lemans
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Wonderland
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Emilie Flat
Indianatve
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Sullivan County
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Throwbridge
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Trowbridge
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Will Fowler
Denison Hotel
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Shortridge High School
Shortridge
Rion County Juvenile Court
Judge Stubbs
Jewish Organization Has
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E. C. Atkins & Co
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Michigan Stove Co
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Scullin-Galleeher Lion and Steel Co
St. Iscurs
Ripley
FE. P. Ripley
Aftonson
Topeka & Santa Fety. Co
Los Angles
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Philadelphia
Randall Morgan
L'Nitei Gas Improvement Co
Standard Oil
Henry HH. Rogers
Negress
Marion County
Charles A. Bookwalter
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Scripps-McRae Press
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Tombs Prison
D. C. Walmsley
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Balk Krauss
Harrison
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Bliss Native Herds
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Heal Bros
Grant Clay
New York Dental Company
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