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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1908
Page
2
A man named Ralph Gilleapie from Ohio County Indiana was arrested on an infanity charge, released with a promise to return home, and hours later was found wandering city streets on a loitering charge. He said he could not find a way out and claimed it was no big deal.
Madrid reports Vice-admiral Cervera has handed in his resignation as chief of staff of the Spanish navy. Also noted, Scatisboro, Alabama police seek information on J. P. Hewlett, 3, who disappeared recently, with his wife and mother in distress and his brother’s death weeks earlier adding to their worry.
Berlin Aug 1 A British denial that the royal visit would occur so soon is reported. Correspondents say Edward and the Kaiser have had strained relations since Britain balked at joint railway plans with the Ottoman line. No direct communication has occurred between the rulers. Anglo German estrangement grows as Britain moves toward France.
The Anderson Bulletin recounts Durbin as a boy mischievous yet bold in Indiana, detailing how he once slapped the principal on the back and claimed a large spider was on him, prompting the amused principal to praise the boy's honesty and humor as a sign of his character.
At Danville Ul, August 13 Joe Cummins, in a drunken quarrel, fatally shot clerk Con Boyle after a demand for drink was refused at the Brunswick hotel. Cummins is under arrest. In San Francisco on August 18, veterans from many states continue to arrive, with 28 states represented in G A R registrations.
A weather affected report notes corn and oats not large but good in some areas, potatoes small yet plentiful, tomatoes sound, tobacco promising, and melons fine. Rain shortfalls hurt corn and wheat in the south, peppers and peas variable, fruit trees show uneven yields with hard, knotty apples nationwide.
In Marion Indiana on August 13 a saloonkeeper and Rev George L McNutt voiced support for Sunday baseball. The preacher argued that Sunday recreation prevents vice and brings business, noting people gather for games and discussion when Sunday baseball is allowed.
The Free Methodist Sunday School secretary Otto Lockart, 13, killed himself with a gun after seeking marriage to Daley Hunter. Hunter refused, saying she faced a fate of serving in Africa as a missionary. Lockart died by his own hand following her rejection.
An Erle engine leaped the tracks near Caldwell New Jersey, crashed through a barn and chicken house, and toppled a cow tank before stopping in a ditch. A garden worker narrowly escaped. Dr Schenck and Dr Bohenck received interne appointments at City Hospital and Logansport asylum respectively.
The Indianapolis horse show plans a grand display for the week of September 21 at the Arena on Sixteenth Street and Capitol. Merchants are urged to use red and white in all signs and decor to promote the event. Prizes include a six person box, a four person box, and season tickets.
Detectives Berly Illersten and Van Wagner detained a man at the Plant ers hotel Tuesday night for attempting to pass a forged $33 check on manager H C Lewis. The suspect, claiming a life of crime and a shift to hotelmen forgery, insisted he is 31 or 9 years old and named Putney, Eng as home. Authorities note the man signed as John Kennard and broadcast a claim of past graft.
The Barryline steamer Alice Stafford carrying 14 passengers endured 17 hours of danger off Chivago. Boiler valves jammed, distress signals failed, Captain Stephen Jones and engineer Robert Mannier led a daring rescue, raking fires and preserving lives aboard the crippled vessel. Passengers and crew endured toxic gases, fainting, and scarce signaling, with quick actions preventing further disaster.
August report states Marguerite Tucker, 41, daughter of Max Alfred Tucker, was kidnapped from Dr. W. Brandin’s home in Daleville while family attended funeral services for her mother. Sunda Ler Hramion, Mrs. Tucker’s uncle, had lived with the family since separation from Tucker. Authorities say the motive was keeping the child. The father, who had been divorced, is said to be attempting to locate the daughter.
In Clinton, Aug 13, minister Zell of Eugene in Versailion county reports losing about 5,000 to a land swindle. The retired clergyman bought a worthless Tennessee land plate and, upon investigation, discovered a town occupying the site and the deed void.
A work train with six cars loaded with dirt derailed on a trestle near Manchester Indiana due to spreading rails. Fireman Rail was buried for over an hour. Engineer W J Gray suffered a crushed skull and critical internal injuries. Brakeman J F Lamay sustained serious back injuries. The accident follows recent work on the roadbed. In Valparaiso Mrs J S Biggs, the assaulted woman, shows slight improvement after a gun attack and remains in serious condition.
In Linton Indiana a report claims Judge Moffatt of Vincennes may challenge Hon Robart W Miers for congressional honors. Moffatt, born in Owen county, has served on the bench and is active in Vincennes politics. Also noted are various ads and notices offering medicine, barber services, stoves, and travel deals with names such as Cascarets Candy Catharine and C Koehring & Bro among others.
In Turner a mixed shipment of water and kerosene led to a near disaster when a boiler contacted kerosene in a fire risk, a safer replacement being prepared after a close call. In San Francisco police report Yale graduate impostor Kelly arrested after touring the country and posing as Spaulding. In Hammond a match caused burns and suspected wife fatality risk, two children scorched and business destroyed. In Wheeling an oil well strike at the Giingham farm near Littleton reported as a large find in the district.
Mina Duluth August reports bank clerk Jonny Son, 38 percent, bookkeeper for the Commercial Banking Company, arrested on a warrant for embezzling $45,000. He admits guilt and says the theft extended over eight months, funding stock speculation.
The City hospital reports about 16 patients, a small figure for the season. Accidents remain few and health among the poor is unusually good. Uphold patients are expected to enter the hospital within a few weeks.
A rowboat ferry on the Niper river broke loose on Thursday and drifted downstream. Two men drowned as the craft capsized near a washout. In North Dakota a Rock Island train engine hit a washout, killing the fireman. all passengers escaped unharmed. In Virginia Henry Abernathy, shot by his uncle on July 21, died at a hospital on Wednesday.
Amusements note says Nobody's Claim begins this afternoon at the Park theater and runs through Saturday. Patrons return yearly and the romance and thrilling invention suit them. The drama features Rocky Mountain scenes and plot aided by regular army soldiers in a battle with outlaws with a billiard scene in the third act noted as highly dramatic.
In Colorado the nights are cool and dry with average temperatures around 80 degrees. Brief, refreshing showers pass quickly, leaving clear skies. Outdoor activity is inviting and sleep is restful. Excellent Union Pacific train service offers low rates and broad accommodations. pamphlet on Rockies and Yellowstone available from W H Connor and G A BSB in Cincinnati.
A Washington dispatch to the Enquirer reports Senator Morgan of Alabama predicting Roosevelt’s early defeat and the selection of Fora ker as the nominee. He says Roosevelt may back Fora ker if his own nomination falters, in exchange for Morgan’s support of a resolution at the Ohio Republican convention.
Across multiple rail lines advertise Niagara Falls and Atlantic City excursions. Includes Haven Indianapolis to Niagara Falls and Lake Erie & Western routes with through sleepers, return in 12 days. Agents listed at 43 W Washington St and Union Station. notices indicate various prices and departure dates in August.
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