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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1906

Page

2

Bank Teller’s Suicide Links to Milwaukee Ave Bank Collapse

Chicago reports the Milwaukee Avenue State bank failure deepens as Frank Kowalski, the bank’s 18 year paying teller, shoots himself after facing accusations from depositors. The piece notes Kowalski’s life under pressure, his ties to the Polish community, and suspicions around President Stensland and Henry Hering amid ongoing bank turmoil.

Sux Chicago Milwaukee Ave Frank Kowalski Kowalski Depoattora Thewap Paul O. Stensland Denry W. Hering John ¥. Smulski Northwest Bank Stensland Concern Stensland Jones Hla Odyaborn Gustav Burkhardt James Olson Fort Worth Tex Henry V. Adams Commission Mexico Adams New Orleans

Tiny locomotive built for Bulgarian prince in Bridgeport

Special to The Sea Bridgeport Conn Aus 1. A three foot long replica of New York Central engines, complete with its own track, was finished by Eaton Cole Burnham Co It is a gift from R Crane to Little Prince Borung son of Prince Ferdinand of Bulgaria Crane met the boy during a Bulgaria visit and learned he lacked a real locomotive toy The gift aims to satisfy the boy's wish and showcase local craftsmanship

Bridgeport Conn Aus Wwnatja Eaton, Cole & Burnham Co Wir New York R. Crane Arm Prince Borug Ferdinand Bulgaria Crane Mr. Crane

Bank theft scandal shocks state bank system

A bank theft case reveals tens of thousands stolen years ago with losses now estimated to be between 10 000 and 50 001. State Bank Examiner Jones reports the widespread fraud and fake signatures, noting many payments lacked identifiable names and used only numerals. Depositors face likely returns of around 40 cents on the dollar.

Jones Trauda Brensland de Positors

Opie Reid lecture headlines Winona Lake event

Opie Reid appeared in Winona Lake August 11 delivering a wide ranging talk titled First One Thing and Then Another. He poked fun at editors and Culver cadets, weighed against social flaws and national issues, and closed with remarks on money, marriage as business and European economic woes.

Sperial Winona Lake Opie Reid Reid Winona Editora and Culver

Train cuts girl's hair in accident at Moobic

Special to The Run reports seven year old Ethe Billam was struck by a locomotive tender edge near Moobic Pa Aug 1. Her head cleared the rake by a narrow margin but her long ringlets were shaved by the wheels. Train crew halted the locomotive after hearing the girl scream and they rescued her as she cried out.

Moobic Billam

Indiana State Fair to run six full days this year

Indiana plans a six day state fair with exhibits by 10 am opening day and special rule enforcement. The State Board of Agriculture expects higher revenues with extended duration and a reworked schedule featuring Weber's Band concerts, shifted attractions, and afternoon races to attract larger crowds.

State Board of Agriculture Ohio Indiana Weber Cincinnati Fine Arte Weber Band Windown

Hoosiers in New York

A list of Indiana residents visiting New York includes Mr and Mrs A B Platt Jar and Mrs W Doll Misses Arnett Dunlap and others. The article names numerous travelers from Terre Haute Vincennes Portland Fort Wayne Evansville Rushville Clay City Richmond Marion Anderson Angola Tipton and more visiting the city.

the Sun New York Indianapolis A. B Platt W. Doll Missea Arnett Miss Dunlap Yours Mies Ross H. G. Campbell R. Gordon Jor Jor, W. 8. Gadd, Mrs. 9. M. Renard, Mr. and Mrs. A. J Whitner Diss Coon 7. L. Green T Meyers Mita Schwartz Miss Jackson A. S. Coffa RL. Arnold HH. Hice GW. Petree P.O. Jones J. L. Reagan C. T. Grath WH. Walker F.C. Conpety J. S. Madison Terre Haute W. D. Burd G. B. Umstead F. M. Qond Vinecennes M. Weller J. Lambe Portland F. J. Brown MW. T. Seb Fort Wayne BS. Veatch Evansville G. B. Davidson J. M. Poe Rushville Miss Burrougha Horner Mon

Water theft probe ends with city foreman fired

Allegations of water theft from the In j Hananetis Water company led to the dismissal of W E Darling, a city sewer foreman. Charges against Darling and three crewmen were filed after a mayoral hearing. Darling allegedly siphoned 3100 gallons at the Conaumers ice plant for a fee, with others aiding in deliveries.

Hananetis Water Company W. E Darling Darling Water Company Oifgre Charles A. Rockwalter Conaumers Sai Charles Donsan Ick Company Daring Larag Joseph Hogue William Burgess Cornelius Waurlfork Charisa Scofield Sewer Ganz St. Marys Church

Woodpile for drunks in Bayre Borough

Special to The Susquehanna Telegraph Bayre Pa August. Drunkards unable to pay fines will be sent to the borough woodpile to perform wood chopping as punishment. Previously lacking a proper place of confinement, they were discharged. Justice Nelson threatened Towanda jail at borough expense, prompting council to arrange the woodpile punishment.

Bayre Nelson Towanda

Rebuild Acton Park if 40 pledges are received by Christmas

Acton Park camp hinges on 40 pledged property owners by Christmas to fund reconstruction. Twenty pledges already secured. if others fail, the real estate will be sold and the camp abandoned. Elected officers for the year include Rev. George D. Wolt as president and George M. Smith as vice president with several Indianapolis and Shelbyville members serving as treasurer and trustees.

Acton Park George D. Wolt Fletcher Place ME Indianapolis George M. Smith Shelbyville J. A. Simpson MH. H. Wheelar Trestees D. A. Robertson H. P. Miller L. E. Aiken A. J. Simpson J. Col- Aina W. Trout Shelbyyite

Embezzler Wray Alleges Gambling Loot From City Hells

Special to The Sun Pittsburg Pa August 1L Cinton B Wray a Union Trust teller accuses much of the $123000 stolen of being gambled away in local houses run by councilmen and other public officials He claims 7000 found in one place during Mingle night and was brought to Toronto later.

the Sun Pittsburg Cinton B Wray Teller Union Trust Company Tom Dare

Woman in Black Claims Hartje Divorce Case

Pittsburg Pa August 11 Special to The Sun A woman claiming to be Mrs Augustus Hartje No 2 appeared at police headquarters dressed all in black She says she married Hartje ten years ago and did not know of a second wife Her goal was to reach Hartje's lawyers but officials declined to reveal details They describe her as demented and sought to suppress the tale Hartje's counsel and Hartje himself listened to her story before she left Hartje's lawyers consented to allow Mrs Hartje to take the children out of state for a rest in Michigan

Indiana State Board of Agriculture Thia Pittsburg A. Yogana Augustus Hartle Pitraburg, Hartle Dig McQualde Harte Mer Qualde Hartje McQuwide Rodgers & McCreery Michigan Martie Millonaire

Crusade Against Mil Dealers Inaugurated In Seadrid

Health official reports a crackdown on poison sellers after 125 people poisoned by poisoned spilk. Twenty nine deaths recorded with several arrests made as authorities pursue culprits in Seadrid.

Renee Sree Tano M. Seadrid

Peek a Boo Bug Brand New Pest in Ansonia

In Ansonia Connecticut on August 11 a new insect dubbed the peek a boo bug has appeared in the area. The biting insect is described as voracious feeding on garments and hosiery, causing swelling and painful bites. Local physicians report treating affected young women while attempting to identify the insect and its scientific name.

Anbonia Conn Tia Chy Cumea Ansonia

Republican 1906 Handbook Delivers National State Political Data

The Republican political handbook for 1906 from the state committee has just been released. It features five parts covering committee lists, national affairs with Indiana’s role, state officers and county data, assembly information, and general political subjects including election law. Secretary Carl Riddick compiled most of the work, leveraging his printer’s expertise to produce a neat compact volume.

State Committee Lincoln Tenglund Republican Editorial Association Induina Washington General Assembly Carl Riddick Riddick

Bryan for President Dominates Party Talk In Early Conventions

The Gold Democrats’ former leader backs Bryan with confident forecasts of his nomination. Francis of St Louis cites multiple state conventions declaring for Bryan, while McRae Press notes U S Senator Tishman predicts Theodore Roosevelt may run but Bryan remains the likely Democratic nominee with strong chances to win.

McRae Preas Association Pari France David R. Francis St. Louis Gold Democrats Ang Bryan United States Francis Bryas Scrippe-McRae Press Asseciation BT. Louis Tishnan South Carolina Theodore Roosevelt Roosevelt Roosevel Rooserrit Calla

Remarkable volcanic activity observed on Mount Baker

In Bellingham Washington on a August day observers reported steam issuing from numerous vents and boiling pools on the northeast slope of Mount Baker, accompanied by a roaring sound, marking a notable exhibition of volcanic activity.

Bellingham Wash Mount Baker

Sheriff Seized Town Anew In Seattle Report

Seattle reports that Wasen Ang and Ib-stiegit Tuck of Nelson B C sued Soran City B C with execution farmers. The action affects about 150 residents in the town with creditor C Bo smitheringate of Vincanver listed. The event recalls Slocan City's six year prior population and financial troubles.

Seattle Wasen Ang Ib—stiegit Tuck Nelson B.C

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