Emily Chadbourne asserts dupe claim against Gardner in art import case
Chicago readers learn Mrs Emily Chadbourne daughter of Richard Crane asserts she aided Mrs Gardner of Boston in evading customs by importing 80 000 dollars worth of art objects as household goods. Government pursues possible action while Washington weighs district attorney recommendation and treasury discretion.
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Chadbourne
Richard T. Crane
United States
Jack” Gardner
Boston
Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
Prosecution Hints Hotel Fire May Be Arson
In Sullivan Indiana Prosecutor Wood reports evidence suggesting the McCammons hotel fire caused a $20,000 loss was set afire. Arrests expected within a few hours as authorities push further.
Editor Thompson of The News Taken Ill at Desk
Gideon B. Thompson, state editor of the Indianapolis News, collapsed at his desk Thursday afternoon. He regained consciousness after treatment by Drs. Winn and Clark and was sent home to 1796 College Avenue. Overwork and dyspepsia were cited as the cause of the attack.
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Indianapolis News
Wife of Hains Breaks Silence on Bay Side Tragedy
In an authorized interview Mrs. Claudia Libbey Hains, wife of Capt. Peter C. Hains Jr., accuses Thorndyke Hains of poisoning her husband against her, describes abuse, confinement, and signs of a forced confession. She seeks punishment for the Hains brothers and pleads for her children amid the Bay side shooting case.
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Boston
Mass
Claudia Libbey Hains
Peter C. Uains, Jr
Wiliam E. Annis
Bayside
Hains
Sshorndyke Hains
Thorndyke
Thorndyke Hains
Ife
Mrs. Annis
Mrs. Libbey
Peter Hains
Mr. Annis
Winthrop
Annis
Thorndike Hains
County Board seeks 310000 for graft probe funds
The Marion county board of commissioners asks for 1500 to cover the rest of 1908 and 10000 for 1909 to keep the courthouse graft inquiry going. They plan to present at the September council meeting, urge exposure of those at fault, vindicate honest officers, and note Parmelee and Lockhart’s good service and repayments. Funds nearly exhausted. without 1509 more the work may halt soon.
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Board of County Commissioners
Marion County Council
E. R Parmelee
Charles Lockhart
More Men to Be Hired at Peru Plants
Peru Indiana August 2 It is expected the Indiana Manufacturing Company will add 240 workers in six weeks While current employment stands at about 300 The Lake Erie Railroad has added 50 workers in the car department boosting labor at Peru plants and rail yards.
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Peru
Ind
Indiana Manufacturing Company
Lake Erie Railroad
Petition for Herearing of Oil Case Filed in Chicago
Attorney General Charles J. Bonaparte filed a petition for rehearing by the U S circuit court of appeals in the Standard Oil company of Indiana case. The refinery was fined 29000 but the penalty was reversed by the appellate court. The filing is signed by Bonaparte and assistants Frank S Nellogg Edwin W Sims and James H Wilkerson.
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Chicago
Charles J. Bonaparte
United States Circuit Court of Appeals
Standard Oil Company
Indiana
Landis
Court of Appeals
Bonaparte
Frank 8. Nellogg
Edwin W. Sims
James H. Wilkerson
German American Democratic Club Endorses Ticket at Liederkranz
The German American Democratic club ratified the Democratic platform and endorsed nominees from Bryan and Kern to the county ticket. John W. Kern's name drew repeated cheers, and Paul Kriese praised the platform. Albert Lahm, noted for courthouse graft exposure, received cheers. Kern sent a regret letter.
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Democratic Club
Cheers
Bryan
Kern
Albert Lahm
Liederkranz Hall
Old Timers Day At White City Park Features Winners
A large crowd at White City Park for the old settlers event with 92 year old William H. Wishard sharing memories. Carlo Johnson won ten dollars in a singing contest. Marie Van Sycc topped the young women swimming race. Am. Bissell and Glen Metsker followed. Baby prizes went to John son and Watts. Mary Bridgeford was the eldest woman present and Mr. Lackey and wife noted as the longest married couple. Over 2500 attendees marked the final day of the gathering.
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William HH. Wishard
White City
Rober. Johnson
McCordsville
Jie
Marie van Sycc
Washington Township
AM. Bissell
Glen Metsker
Johnson
Nora, Inc
Iorest Watts
Indianapolis
Mary CC
Bridgeford
Joseph Lackey
Old Settlers
Jury Prays for Guidance in Woods Murder Case
In St Louis Missouri on August 21 the jury in the murder trial of W Woods, a Black man, offered prayers for divine guidance before verdicts. The first ballot acquitted Woods after earlier failed efforts to reach agreement.
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ST. Louis
W. Woods
Woods
Richard Baker Dies in Seventy-Second Year
Richard Baker dies at home on Ohio Street in his seventy second year after illness. Funeral set for Saturday at 2 PM at the residence. He is survived by four grown children, including Deputy Prosecutor Frank P. Baker.
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Richard Baker
Cutor
Frank P. Baker
Ohio Street
Baker
Resi
Dence
John V Farwell Dies In Lake Forest After Illness
John V. Farwell senior of the wholesale dry goods firm J V Farwell & Co died at his Lake Forest home after a long illness. He was 83 years old. The Chicago death notice reports the passing on August 21 following a long illness. Farwell was a prominent figure in Chicago business circles and led his company for many years. He is survived by family members and colleagues in the trade.
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Father Donoghue
Bradford
Ind
Stephen J. Donaghue
St. Michael's Catholic Church
St. John's Church
Indianapolis
J. V. Farwell & Con
Lake Forest
Thlee Laundry Offers Family Washings and Flat Ironing
Local laundry advertises family washing by the pound with rough dry and all flat pieces ironed. Prompt service and contact via phone number 1671.
Johnson Accepts Party Nomination for Minnesota Governor
St Paul Minn August II John A Johnson will accept his renomination and seek a third term as Minnesota governor. He says the Democratic convention forced the nomination against his will, leaving him no option but to yield to the party.
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ST. Paul, Minn
John A. Johnson
Bliss Native Herbs Ad From Washington Street
A terse classified like item mentions Bliss Native Herbs at 255 Ow Washington Street. It quotes a humorous line about Silas and hay becoming a book-like topic, implying a theatrical or literary tone in the ad.
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Bliss
Washington Street
Guarding Your Papers with Chrome Steel Vault Security
A brief note promotes security for valuable documents with day and night guarding and a chrome steel vault to keep them safe. It emphasizes robust protection and reliable storage.
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Prosecutor Wood
McCammons
Thompson
Gideon B. Thompson
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Stetson
Danbury Hat Co
East Wash
Uneeda Biscuit
National Biscuit Company
Uondpiragy
Thio
Blackburn
Battle Creek, A
John W. Kern
Paul Kriese
White City Park
Pettis Dry Goods CO
Ecru
Wallace
Borden
Malta
Jackson’s
Standar
Deparir
Delaware St
S. Meridian St
Massachusetts Ave
Alabama
Northwest
Indiana Ave
Shelby St
E. St. Clair St
E. Washington
Priva
Jarly
Tb . Srocery
Congton
New Jersey
St. ES
W. Washington St
Oliver Ave
Clifton Ave
N. Senate Ave
John V. Farwell
John V. Par
Well, Sr
Silas—College
Henry's
Hiram
Silas
Puck
Merchants National Bank
Meridian Street
War’ Clothing Department
Sale
Gerritt A. Archibald
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