Fourth Edition Ruined in the Dens A Husband's Allegations
Charles McIntire seeks a divorce from Mary M. McIntire alleging long hours of his streetcar work keep him away from home while Mary frequents wine rooms, returns intoxicated, associates with disreputable people, and even brings them to their home. He cites cruelty, extravagance, and abuse, blaming the wine room’s influence for the breakdown of their marriage begun in June 1885.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. MclIatire
Superior Court
Mary M. McIntire
McIntire
Indianapolis
Six Persons Murdered Near Charlotte in Apparent Family Tragedy
A Macon County farmer N P Wood, his wife, three sons and two daughters were found murdered after a house fire. Evidence at the scene included three axes and two bowie knives stained with blood and a burned trunk containing about $700, the family's savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlotte
N. C
Macon County
N. P. Wood
Wood
Gala Day at When Clothing Store Aims to Entertain
Tuesday will be a gala day as flowers and Mil ler's orchestra enhance the store. The When, founded in 1875 with John T. Brush as head, has enlarged its store-room to 125 by 95 feet and invites friends to visit and be entertained royally. Ladies welcome 3 to 5 pm with souvenirs, 7 to 9 pm a reception. The firm claims extensive premises and a large surplus stock across eight storerooms and eleven branch stores nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
When
Miller
John T. Brush
Indianapolis
Fears of Another Disaster Threaten Monongahela
Washington reports anxiety as there has been no word from the U S steamship Monongahela which left San Francisco February eighteenth with Samoa bound supplies. Officials fear disaster may have overtaken the vessel and are closely watching for any word.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
U. S
San Francisco
Samoa
Bad wreck on Bos ton & Albany road near Worcester
Wor cester report says a bad wreck occurred Monday east of the city on the Boston and Albany line with several fatalities feared. Weather forecast notes fair and warmer for Indiana. Russell Harrison with wife and baby travels to New York for the centennial as Halstead’s condition remains largely unchanged. Massachusetts votes on liquor question. Globe Refining Company plans to oppose Standard Oil with substantial resources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worcester
Masa
Boston & Albany
Fey
U.S
Russell Harrison
New York
Halstead
Massachusetts
Globe Refining Company
Philadelphia
Standard Oil Company
Spring Styles in Shoes at Marott's Store
Local notice announces spring footwear arrivals at Geo. P. Marott, 16 North Penn street. Limited pairs remain of a sales item described as odds ev. dencs closed out regardless. Final clearance details emphasize rapid sellout and availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oreass
Geo. P. Marott
North Penn-st
Oklahoma Stampede Draws Boomers Across Border
Reports from Purcell Guthrie and Oklahoma City describe a mass movement of boomers into Indian Territory as the border rush begins. Cowboys and settlers clash with troops while seeking claims, with rail travelers and Indianapolis journalists noted among arrivals. Real estate activity surges, with 112 transfers totaling 285117 dollars and several building permits issued for commercial blocks in Indiana Avenue and Ingalls block improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. H. Fitzgerald
Indianaave
M. E. Ingalls
Ingalls
Mysterious death of John Greenway ends in doubt
Aged 78, former Bates House clerk John Greenway died after being found by physicians with oxalic acid and a powder near him. Coroner ordered chemical stomach analysis to confirm if poison caused death while reports mention long-running quarrels with his wife and prior near-fatal attempt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John 8. Greenway
Delaware-st
Greenway
Bates House
Abbott
Robert Greenway
Theaters feature Kerry Gow and Shaun Rhve leads at English's
The first half of the week offers Irish plays starring Murphy and Miss Anna Mortland with the company. Knights of Father Mathew beneficiaries. Wednesday Grand showcase by Mrs. Hattie A. Prank's school of oratory features recitations, tableaux, drills, and two scenes from The Hunchback. Park opens week with Geo. A. Baker's Bennett & Moulton troupe, strong repertoire across days, Eden Musee showcases the woolly child wax figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kerry Gow
Shaun Rhve
Johnn
Murphy
Anna Mortland
Knights
Father Mathew
Hattie A. Prank
School of Oratory and Expression
Geo. A. Baker
Bennett & Moulton Opera Company
Indianapolis
Robert Macaire
Erminie
Eden Musee
What Hebbie knows about fire alarms in Indianapolis
George M. Hebbie the blind Indian apolitan can recount every fire alarm sounded in Indianapolis for years. He recalls the day of the month the fire occurred the hour the alarm was turned in whether a second or third alarm followed and which fire companies responded. Skeptics doubted him but his memory matches the records on many occasions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hebbie
George M. Hebbie
George
Easter at the Ripple Fun and wagers draw crowds from Indianapolis
On Easter Sunday the Monon line brought excursionists to Broad Ripple a blue river hamlet near White River. Locals describe a baseball clash between the Whens and the Kellehers, a minnow can return request to Sam Jones, and a street betting game around a three-shell shell game. Spectators thronged the depot as a dice man prowled and robbed many travelers. Hood's Sarsaparilla is advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monon
Broad Ripple
Nngineer
T. H. Kline
White River
Eungineer Kline
Chicago
Indianapolis
Rensselaer
Kellehers
Kelly
Charlea West
Ray
Cally
Sam Jones
Harrison
George Lancaster
Sam Banboway
Jones
United States of America
Mr. Jones
Williams Creek
America
A Bad Loy Attempts to Burn Blind Asylum
Lewis Jenkins a 15 year old inmate made an early Friday morning attempt to ignite the Blind Asylum by placing a match under the superintendents desk waste basket. The fire scorched the table and a floor hole appeared before discovery and extinction. The incorrigible youth threatened further arson. The blaze could have caused heavy damage and loss of life. The boy will be sent home. Monday morning S H Cobbs residence at 2 Lockerbiest was slightly damaged when painters burned off old paint
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blind Asylum
Lewis Jenkins
S. H. Cobb
Bainters
Rescue of 700 on Danmark Ends in Azores
Lisroy April 22 40 crew members report that on April 4 the Danmark's shaft broke and on April 5 the Missouri towed her. By April 6 the Danmark was sinking and Missouri evacuated 540 passengers onto itself while the Danmark was abandoned. Missouri ferried all aboard to the Azores and then to Philadelphia, leaving 120 at the Azores. The remaining passengers will sail to America on the next steamer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lisroy
Missouri
Azores
Philadelphia
America
St. Louis Beats Cincinnati 2–0 in Baseball Game
In Cincinnati on Saturday the St. Louis team shut out the Reds 2 to 0. The tense game saw St. Louis dominate early and hold the visitor's offense at bay. The result marked a strong showing for St. Louis against Cincinnati in an early season matchup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Ohio
St. Louis
City events and trials mix in Indianapolis news brief
Judge Walker frees Jonnie Gravas in a Monday morning move linked to the American Association for the Advancement of Science meeting in the city. A drunk Daniel Casey collided with two cars at Woodruff Place Sunday, narrowly averting serious damage. Judge Howland grants a new trial to John M. Bobmie in a Shapley case, with a 31,000 judgment for a killing. The Joan Edwards funeral in Indianapolis attracts a large crowd with many fraternal groups in attendance. Divorces involving Viola Whitesell and a separate case involving John Sanders and Annie M. are noted, along with other social and cultural events from Independent Turnverein and an upcoming May musical festival with Emma Judith, Signor Julis Perrotti, and Miss Margaret Mackley. A dispute over Sunday shop closing sees barbers’ group clashing with police, while Signor Oliver Romeo Johnson prepares for London.
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Walker
Jonnie Gravas
Benjamin
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Shapley
Joan Edwards
Bill
Indianapolis
Hendricks
Elke
Oddfellows
Knights of Pythias
Giand Army Posts
Hendricks Club
Chas, L. Whitesell
Broad Ripple
Taylor
Viola F. Whitesell
John Sanders
Annie M
John P
Annie Coling
Turnverein
Franklin
Southport
Museiar Young Keck
Harry Hearsey
Emma Judh
Signor
Julis Perrotti
Margaret Mackley
Rurydice
Helene Hastreiter
Faust
Thomas Company
Miss Mackley
Signor Perrotti
Jack
Barbers
G. W. Hoffman
Sergis. Dawson
Clifford
Hoffman
Oliver Romeo Johnson
Degang
Herr Buck
Frank Bird
Greely
T. Taggart
Stanley Igoe
Col. C. S. Millard
England
Dora Johnson
Romeo
London
Joban
New
Buckeye Soup As Indianapolis Triumphs At Athletic Park
About 390 fans watched the Indianapolis team and Springfield in a game marked by listless play. Rosie and Daily formed the home battery for Indianapolis, with Staib and Borland for Springfield. Daily had several smart hits and drove in runs while Hoosiers benefited from Springfield errors. Final score shows Indianapolis 10, Springfield 2 with 22 hits for Indy and 6 for Springfield.
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Denny
Daily
Sommer
Rosie
Westlake
Little
Westiske
McGeachy
Staib
Bassett
Whitney
Borland
Lyons
Mcfhaughlin
Baby Schoeneck
Hives
Glasecock
van Alstina
Mcleachey
Lassett
Schoeneck
Rusie
McLaughlin
van Alstine
Hires
Lasscock
McCeachey
Hoosiers
Nioth
Indianapolis
Buckeyes
Springfeld
Springfield
The Scheik Case Opens Defense Evidence Saturday
The Scheik murder trial defense began presenting its case Saturday with numerous character witnesses. The court recessed for noon and continued the hearing until Monday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scheik
Schall
Easter Celebration Among Colored Churches Highlights Appeals
Easter services across colored churches featured large crowds and fervent preaching. Rev J W Carr led at Second Baptist with organ accompaniment. Rev T J Manson baptized five in White River and preached at 11. A special Band of Willing Workers issued miniature coin barrels for sanctuary debt relief. Children performed, churches displayed festive decor, and noted pastors drew strong congregational reactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Second Baptist
J. W. Carr
Nashville
T. J. Manson
Jones Tabernace
White River
Geo. Sessil
Simpsom Chapel
Williag
Minnie Taylor
Emny. Dell
Gee. L. Knox
Second Baptist Church
Little Zion Church
N. A A. Seymour
Beeter St
Harrison
Bannist Tabernacle
Rrode
Tsland-ave
Ciused Baptist Church
Euston
Atlanta
Sewder Shop Advertises Kitchenware Deals
Heavy silver thimble priced at 35c and a children’s set of rings for $1. Butter dishes listed at 2.60 pounds, pickle castors $1.50, five bottle castors $2.00. Comstock Horace at 98 B Washington gt.
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Comstock
Sewder
Horace
Washington Gt
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Uncle San
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Puroot
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