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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1904
Page
2
An assassination attempt was made on D. M. Robbins, independent candidate for mayor of Jeffersonville, Ind. Two shots were fired through Robbins’s window as he wrote at his home. One bullet struck the chair he sat in and another hit the vest pocket bullet he carried. A revolver was found in an alley behind the house.
English's Dark Montana outlaw thrills Park audiences in a revival of a melodrama featuring a ranchman's daughter and a love affair. The tale includes a staged hold-up, a rope burning scene, and a rifle shot that halts danger as the hero preserves order.
Philadelphia April 8 Heiress Stella Elkins daughter of George W Elkins and granddaughter of William L Elkins is to wed George Ty?ner a lawyer heir to millions in New York and Philadelphia society circles. Mary Will Not Be There Salt Lake City April 23 Mrs Mary G Coulter legislator who voted for Senator elect Smoot will skip the national federation of women's clubs biennial convention in St Louis because she is undesired as a speaker. Prince Engaged 14 Rooms St Louis April Prince Pu Lun commissioner from China in the fur trade has engaged 14 rooms at the Washington hotel
A sample promotional note asserts first class hotels offer Grape-Nuts in kitchens for guests who will have it. It notes some proprietors omit it from menus due to cost, yet urges those who value predigested food and vigor to call and obtain it.
Delegates to the National Municipal League urge a new nominating law for city government. They condemn the primary system as a failure that lets party bosses control elections and public policy. A paper by Demlag of New York calls for simple local government, honest public policy by citizens, and secret ballots with equal candidate access. Other papers were read.
Philadelphia story recounts how a stylish young woman in a yellow car leaped from her vehicle with a parasol to fend off a brindle bulldog that clutched James W. Church in a real estate office district. She delivered rapid blows to the dog’s muzzle, freed Church, and drove him for medical care without revealing her name.
Former Speaker David R. Henderson of Iowa is closing his affairs in Henderson and plans to return to his Dubuque home soon. Friends expect him to seek political honors again, though he cites health and city strain as reasons to leave. He has practiced law in New York for over a year.
Frank Marsh of 219 Alfree Ave employed in the engine room of the street car company in W Washington St stumbled and fell from a scaffolding early Thursday morning. He fell on his head but is not thought seriously hurt and was taken to St Vincent's.
At the Indiana Republican convention Joseph F. Stubbs of Indiana named as state candidate amid delays in Marion county delegation. Lew Shanle briefly served as secretary and announced counties backing Stubbs, seen as courting traveling men voters for the ticket. The split in Marion delayed proceedings but did not affect the result.
Robbers break a window in the General note building and steal socks and handkerchiefs. H A Winn of 375 West Twenty fourth street reports a watch missing as part of the same Wednesday night incident. Police note show case entry at R A Millers men’s furnishing catalog.
A. B. Compton of 419 N California was found dead by his son about 6 p.m. Wednesday, seated at a table with elbows on the surface and chin in hands. He had suffered vertigo and often said he expected to die suddenly. The text also notes fortunes linked to a McKinley memorial drive and florists profits from carnations.
Philadelphia April 28 Norfolk and Western railway seeks stockholder approval to issue 3350004 one year bonds up to 4 percent interest to fund extensions and branches. Stockholders meet June 17 to act on the issue.
Louis Adame a tailor at 435 East Washington Street was found dead in his shop Wednesday afternoon by his son. He had been in poor health and resided in rooms behind the shop. Officials say death likely resulted from heart failure and the coroner was notified.
In Binghamton New York on April Mrs Henrietta DeWitt was arrested at Stanly and charged with murder in the first degree for poisoning her 17 year old daughter Florence Mackintosh. The coroner jury found strong evidence of the crime and Mrs DeWitt waived examination and was held for the grand jury while showing unconcerned demeanor.
German steamer reports a battle near Santiago de los Caballeros as government troops clash with Gen Jiminez forces. Jiminez troops rout federalists, with 41 soldiers and three officers killed and 12 Jiminez men lost.
Charles E. Clark a 71 Fort Wayne Avenue man crashed a buggy into a police station barn on Wednesday thinking it a livery stable He demanded the bicycle officers take charge of the rig They seized the buggy and detained Clark The horse showed signs of hard driving and the vehicle was damaged.
A garbled report from Charm, Ind and Vinita notes a mare suicide scare and a planned marriage between Arthur Trowbridge and Miss Mall McNew drawing parental opposition over age. Late cyclone news from Fort Worth, Texas, mentions fatalities and widespread damage delaying communications. Authorities threaten action if demands are unmet, amid unrest and warnings of military measures.
Mrs Jaronb Torsey Farreat wife of Professor Forrest head of Butler University's sortological department died in Palm Beach Florida after a three week stay for health reasons. Miss Jennts Welling teacher in the juvenile department at the institution for the blind died at her home 23 East sixteenth street Wednesday.
In Victoria Texas on April 25 a 13 year old boy named Schmidt was jailed on a murder charge. The mother said the father was beating her and she asked the son for protection. The boy fired a shotgun at his father after entering the room and ordering him to stop. The father died from his wounds.
Rural mail carriers will earn nine dollars per year after July 1, 1904, but may not act as agents or solicitors for hire. The conference report on the post office bill was adopted by both houses on Wednesday afternoon.
ROMS reports President Loubet and King Victor visiting Naples Thursday to review the Italian fleet. Sixty warships took part in maneuvers as authorities plan resurfacing Virginia Avenue. An ordinance for the project faces Monday night council consideration after remonstrances defeated two board-imposed improvements.
In New York on an April day, John Kendrick Bangs the author and humorist served as best man at his father's wedding to Miss Mary Blakeny Gray of Veexekll. Daisy King and John Kendrick Bangs Jr. are noted in the ceremony with the elder Bangs acting as best man.
Sundry civil bill approved by both houses directs 573000 for improvements at the Indianapolis army port to ready for occupancy within two years. Geronimo dispute looms as fair authorities contend over exhibit rights and permits with Col. Cumming and Capt. McGowan.
Word reaches this city of Mrs Mary J Meeker’s death in Pointlup Washington. She was an old resident here before moving to Washington in 1898. Senate confirms new postmasters at Odon Shoals Loogcotes and Albany. Frank Dickerson appointed hosimaster at Crviers. Monreville gains an additional rural route.
A wide group of physicians and chemists laud Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey as a valuable remedy for pulmonary and wasting diseases. They claim it is age-stable, free of foreign matter, and a gentle tonic and stimulant for coughs, indigestion, nervousness, and lung ailments, asserting strong evidence from analyses and testimonials.
An advertisement cautions buyers to insist on genuine Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as the only absolutely pure medicinal whiskey. Sold in sealed bottles only and labeled "The Old Chemist" with intact cork seals. Available from druggists, grocers, or direct for $1 per bottle. medical booklet offered.
New York April reports say President ME Ingalls of the Big Four railway will not resign despite earlier indications. He has returned from Europe and denied any intent to quit, while stockholders and officials debate potential leadership changes. Also noted are orders of the Eastern Star officers and attorney Robert Ikinhead's fundraising for appeals in Kentucky court cases. A compromise on Twenty eighth Street cement walks between Barnes avenue and Annetta street was reached, allowing defect remediation and reassessment of the tax roll within three days.
In a friendly suit, Judge Car ter ruled the Board of Works may rescind a plan after adaptation. Brawn platted land in Washington and consented to revise the plat for the Washington boulevard. Lieut Tolstad, formerly with the local recruiting office, has moved from the Jukes department to Alaska, with a report from San Francisco dated June 4.
A mass meeting of the Childrens outing held at Roberts park church. Addresses were made by Charles Orbison Rev H N Quinen go and S J Hoff, superintendent of the organization. The editor of Judge maker promotes the March issue of The Four-Track News with notes on readers subscriptions and a pitch for the January start. Also announced are March to April rail fare deals by Union and Southern Pacific with one way second class travel from Chicago to California and Pacific coast points.
Special personally conducted trains to San Francisco and Los Angeles via the Chicago Union Pacific and North-Western Line depart Chicago and eastern points on April 3 and 27 with stopovers at Denver Colorado Springs and Salt Lake City. Tickets good on The Overland Limited with daily service and double track railways. itineraries available from W. B Kniskern 435 Wineste Cincinnati Ohio.
Examinations in Kwang-Tung select Chinese students for study abroad in Tarepo and Africa with twenty others traveling to Japan for a related purpose. The drive aims to strengthen China by assimilating Western methods to fuel development. Noted household products advertised include Hood's Sarsaparilla and a child teething remedy from Winslow's.
Madison and return fares at 1.25 with Sunday May 1 departure. First trip of the season leaves Indianapolis 7:30 am and Madison 5 pm return. Special rates to California 50.00 round trip. Via Chicago Union Pacific North Western. two daily trains Chicago to destination. Details from N M Breeze Cincinnati.
A printed heavy paper map titled Map of the World offered as a deal. The item measures 2 by 64 inches, mounted on rollers with edges bound in cloth, and features the Trans-Siberian Railway Pacific Ocean routes and railway lines across Japan China Manchuria Korea and the Far East. Sent for a small stamp payment to W R Katekern Chicago & Northwestern RY.
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