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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1905
Page
2
Reports from New Albany and the governor's camp describe the crackdown on alcohol at the rousing encampment. Soldiers and civilians mingle as arrests and punishments loom for those found with intoxicants near the camp.
Ralph Davis an employee at Merchants Heat and Light Company died Thursday afternoon while repairing a large switchboard at 01 Woabington street 31 W Pearlst. It is believed about 200 volts passed through him after he touched a high voltage wire with a screwdriver and simultaneously touched another wire. Davis was considered a highly capable electrician and was among the companys most ambitious workers.
A constitutional amendment proposes changing Kentucky from secret ballot to viva voce voting. The measure would be submitted to voters at the November election as provided by an act of the last legislature.
The article describes strict quarantine measures for yellow fever spreading from New Orleans into Mississippi towns. Guards seal trains and stations, through passengers are confined, and even freight routes face fumigation. Reports note five deaths and 42 cases, with protests from towns reliant on New Orleans traffic.
SAKHALIN garrison surrender to Japan July 31. Gen Lineviteh’s Free Army reportedly near Chungiumen with second army at Fengwa Yamlenchen Nne and third near Taoma. Russians plan a decisive engagement to pressure Japan before a U S peace conference.
Polceman Henry Christ of Indianapolis, bond set at 150 dollars, explains to Muncie police that he shot Edward Cory to protect himself. He says he believed Cory would kill him and that his actions were his duty, expressing no fear of acquittal and readiness for trial.
J apan plans a railroad from Pusan to Seoul crossing into Manchuria, underpinned by large American orders for steel bridges locomotives and cars. Contracts awarded to U S Steel and Baldwyn Locomotive Works cover 190 locomotives 150 locomotives and two 70 car sets amid high transport costs.
The Shelby Asphaithm company increases its capital base from 481,001 to 739,000 while Haynes Rogerson of Kor komo raises capital stock to 10,100. Other entities including Union Enterprise Buennese and various firms announce drills and prospecting for natural gas and oil with stock actions and named officers.
Lillie Morrill and Ldna Davenport accuse each other of stealing two watches from a colored woman and are both arrested. Clarissa D. Oakes dies. funeral set for Saturday at 7 oclock at the home. The Board of Public Works heard rivals’ views on cross-town streetcar lines. Jacob Libbrook is jailed on a son assault charge. The Indianapolis Door of Hope Rescue Home opens at 54 W New York St. Rosa Sommers dies of pneumonia. Frank Sommers jailed for alleged wine-dow assault. Trainmen plan a card party at Piersons hall. Mothers’ Jewels help at Fletcher church event Aug 9. Postal Telegraph Cable reductions reach several regions. Mrs Elizabeth Moore alleged by neighbors to slap and injure a child. police ask her to appear.
The article reports that funds previously held by Police Judge Whallon were fully paid to county and city, with no interest retained. It notes Judge Whallon’s prompt deposits and compares his record to Judge Daly’s, who had limited, brief settlements with county and city officials during his term.
Consul Sny Ider reports to the department of commerce and labor that a severe dry spell in parts of Colombia has ruined crops, harmed cattle, and driven prices up. President Keyes has issued circulars requesting reports and plans to import large quantities of rice, Warley, Hot and hewas from the United States at the lowest possible price to ease widespread suffering.
Gustave arrives from Banden to meet King Christian at Copenhaven. He will confer with the Danish king regarding questions about Norway and the desire to break the union between Norway and Sweden.
Ma nila reports reveal a four year scheme at the military medical supply depot involving at least 100000 in losses. Chief Clerk William Reeves was discharged and jailed fifteen months for selling stolen surgical cases. Paul L. Stangl resigned, arrested and sentenced to a year and a half for theft. Strawser and Stonebreaker received five year terms after confessions. Instruments disappeared in boxes marked carbuncle acid as conspirators moved stock.
Multiple brief items from Portsmouth to New York report varied incidents. Aged Noah Carver dies at 104. factory workers convicted. a street railway strike ends with wage restoration. a 19 year old Russell Sage visits Cedarhurst. trolley collision in Walnut Grove injures a dozen. saloon keeper shoots burglar. a posse kills a suspected shooter in Lewisville. a drowning accident in Canal Dover. a Cleveland court case awards 7 mills per dollar and outlines debts. Kate Getin survives a five story fall with a broken arm after a rug may have saved her.
John Laughlin former state senator and eminent Western New York lawyer was found dead in bed Friday morning in Buffalo. The notice highlights his stature and local prominence and includes unrelated business advertisements interspersed in the clipping.
Advertises a steamer circuit around Lake Superior and Georgian Bay with low fares on the Chicago and Northwestern Railway. Highlights Pullman service from Chicago to various Lake Superior ports, no changes. Requests copy of Lake Superior folder from N. M. Browse General Agent at 6 Walnut St Cincinnati.
An advertisement urges readers to take a vacation by mail with claims of greater value and physical improvement. It invites contacts at D and Navigation Co Dept 8 Datrow Michigan for particulars.
A romantic tale set aboard the D and C steamer featuring a Bulfata businessman and a deaf summer girl with vivid eyes. The moon and a small bird witness events on Mackinac Island through a coal wind breeze and seaside air.
Special trains to San Francisco offered via Chicago Union Pacific and North Western routes for August 6 1014 with return options and low rates from points east. Route goes to the coast through Denver Colorado Springs Salt Lake City and other points with entertaining visits by local organizations. Write for particulars and itineraries WN Breeze General Agent 6 Walnut St Cincinnati O.
The Western Line markets a $20 Colorado and return offer with two daily fast trains from Chicago to Denver for G A R Encampment events. It promotes through service, September departures, and guided, personally conducted rides for mountain scenery adventures.
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