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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1904
Page
3
An old advertisement extols Cuticura Soap, Ointment, and Pills as instant relief for skin and blood diseases. It claims curing itching, rashes, and disfigurations across ages, praising local and constitutional treatment and urging use of Soap with hot water, Ointment for irritation, and Pills to cleanse the blood.
In Plainfield on August 2 a historic trial is set where no white jurors will serve except the defense attorney. A wealthy Black woman, Mrs Berry Jenkins, requests a jury of her own race. Justice Halder orders deputies to assemble a Black-dominated panel as Governor Herrich discusses clemency and duty.
In Louisville Kentucky on August 4 the city sees a plea from the local Knights of Pythias biannual association. The finance committee declines to recommend funds from the general cause to cover a shortage due to failed funds, proposing an ordinance to appropriate 35000.
In a months long crusade against vice, Memphis officials surrounded and raided an institution cited under state law for serial and illicit gatherings. Ten men were detained at the police station, three of them prominent, as part of the crackdown. Cardinal Battor, former apostle delegate to the United States, arrived after an extensive U.S. visit and spoke of optimism, preparing a report on the church’s condition in America for the pope.
About 206 English French German and American tourists faced a near death escape on the Alps when a sudden storm buried the path under five feet of snow on St Bernard. Dogs aided in the rescue as guides and ascent continued with the party eventually reaching safety.
In North Indianapolis Jack Beatty faced a judge on Wednesday on charges of assault and weapons intent after his wife testified he had been drinking. She said he returned home swore at her, abused her, hit her breaking her nose and threw shoes at their son. Judge Whallon ordered him sent to the Workhouse with a fine of five dollars.
Col Downing of the works board says he supports harmony with the health board while questioning the assertion that Indianapolis water is impure. He believes Mr Davis aims to supply good water and doubts the health board’s harsh charges. The colonel supports ongoing water station improvements but warns against rash accusations harming the water company’s reputation.
A distressed scene in New York on August 14 unfolds as Speaker Cannon arrives at a political event. Joe, described as Angle, searches for missing Republican documents amid confusion and accusations, while a porter and detectives work to recover a grip dear to the controversy. The report hints at campaign intrigue and potential homicide risk if the schemed readings continue.
A blind Arkansan woman, Mrs Mine nt Grant Southwich-Turecker, 16, is engaging counsel to pursue claims to a large Evansville area estate valued at about 1500 dollars left by her father, a soldier. The tale threads through family tragedy and alleged disappearances connected to a late stepmother and a house near the Ohio River.
Between 60 and 66 persons were injured, several seriously, in a head on collision on the Rochester and Eastern railway near Rochester around noon. The accident occurred about two miles from Pitts. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as trains were halted and medical units dispatched to treat the injured.
Joel Gleason of Cleveland bound over to grand jury on larceny charge after police say he pocketed a $8 ticket tied to a favorite horse at a track under the grandstand. Gleason, employed by the score card publisher at recent races in Indianapolis, denied stealing and claimed a stranger left him the ticket. He said the stranger disappeared and he did not steal from anyone.
The tax board completes its ag rement for 19M with a net rise in taxable property of 1.10 percent. Express and pipeline companies show the largest decreases due to Supreme Court rulings and shifting assessments. Railroads rise strongly, rail transit shows gains, and transportation related firms reflect a mix of increases and declines across sectors.
A battered clipping describes Thome Crowley, a 24 year old linked to swindling rings and fraudulent schemes. Police expect multiple charges as authorities seek witnesses at an upcoming hearing. Crowley, once a respected local businessman, allegedly used enticing promises to lure victims and publish false ventures.
Fire discovered in the Ardmore grocery storage Thursday caused two entrances to burn and the basement window area to be opened by firefighters. The blaze damaged sugar and paper products, with estimates noting only minor injuries and the building’s Brucerk department area affected.
The maritime community in Ellenville faces a weeks long dispute as tugboat owners clash with yacht owners over port charges. A meeting was held to chart a course, while Florence Mugbrick Nismone travels to Ellenville for several weeks, signaling ongoing local tensions.
An Italian quarter disturbance in lower East Side New York led to a deadly firefight after police reserves were called. A suspect linked to the Mafia was arrested as plan details surfaced to rob travelers en route to Italy. The violence erupted at a restaurant where a youth was shot dead, triggering a crowd and a police seizure to prevent further chaos.
Reported lines show SMI officers facing distrust as a fragile siege unfolds. The texts mention George Hitrin and Cornkey with scattered notes on markets, time, and a claimed threat. The fragmented lines hint at a tense confrontation and a possible standoff near a yard.
Reports from Trenton Missouri describe a wreck injuring two Hoosier players and many others as a train collision disrupted a local event. Names such as Fort Wasik and Savage appear in the scattered accounts with various locations like San Antonio and Bend cited among those injured.
The scene in Montreal shows widespread labor tension with workers and skilled tradespeople protesting conditions. Reports indicate many men idle as union disputes rise, while sectors face suspensions and labor activity spreads to nearby areas and industries.
A cryptic report from Fort Wayne Indiana notes a sale fetched thirty thousand dollars. The fragment hints at parties involved and possible locations or bidders but lacks clear names or dates. Further details are unreadable in the OCR snippet while indicating a notable local transaction.
Illinois officials summon railroad executives and streetcar operators after rising accident reports at crossings. The state railroad and warehouse commission will hear responses from more than 100 executives in Springfield on September six and Chicago on September? date.
Aus. 24. Pretty Mine Mery Stimons of Lake Inn, recently came to St Louis and became nurse at Ate Cley Hospital. She resigns this week to marry Dr. F Bruce Cochran, a hospital surgeon. He recovered from blood poisoning after her care and proposed during his convalescence. The couple announced their engagement as She saved him with her kindness.
Fragmentary livestock market notes from Cincinnati Ohio listing assorted cattle calves and sheep with prices. Mentions Aura Caith Slew and dwilse lower Shippees and 85.50 for a calve, 50 dollars for wethers, mixed packer bids and general market chatter from Tuesday’s sale.
Fragmented OCR lists births deaths and marriages with scattered names and places, including Chet awl Maes Mittenehite Id Tes apr bay Charles and Raker Maus plus various homes and addresses. It references marriages such as aging W Lirike cont Aber WM Bullock and Fannie and AMG plan with scattered local names and locations.
Historic fare notices show Chicago to St Paul Minneapolis 18.00 and 32200 round trip, Chicago to Superior Duluth and Sault Ste Marie, with through sleeping cars and daily tickets. Travel details list September dates and low rates from other points, urging readers to contact home agents for tickets and map.
The report lists wheat varieties and futures with prices around 1.10 and 1.00 for September, plus notes on corn, oats, and mixed white wheats. It also covers dairy items like butter and cheese, live poultry, turkeys, and New York produce with price ranges and market receipts across several regions.
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