Empty coop for first time in three years
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1904
Page
1
City Prison Deserts As Turnkey Awakes In Lonesome Jail
A bizarre city jail report notes turnkey Mackessey roused to sing about job fear and an empty lockup. He states no prisoners remain as the last inmate was sent to the workhouse Thursday morning. The city jail boasts a record empty jailhouse not seen in three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tin Mackensy
Tim
Sara Tim
Harlan Wile Bi Named for Congress
Local reports indicate Harlan Wile Bi is named for Congress with Bell supporting Marlin as the likely Democratic nominee. Franc. B. Tsaker is said to concede, while insiders warn the convention may stir party tensions and a first ballot outcome looks likely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harlan Wile Bi
Congress
Ine Bell
Taagart
Hat Marlin
Yne Conventina
Mello the
Unclear fragment hints at medical misconduct and custody fears
A garbled report mentions Andrew J Anteradt of 2b Eastern Ave. and a physician. It describes fear of a physician, intent to use medical records for a dissertation, and a violent incident leading to confinement in county jail. The text implies work impairment and concerns over insanity, with legal notices to justice Smock and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew J. Anteradt
CE Wright
J. KE Morris
War
Asherate
Indiana week at the world fair urged by mayor
The week from Aug 2 to Sept 2 at the St Louis World Fair was designated Indiana week. Indiana day was broadened to the full week with speeches by Senator Fairbanks Beveridge and Gov. RoI. Officials promote prominent events including Olympic games and the Marathon. Special railroad rates are offered to attract Indiana attendees. Mayor Haltzmin issued a proclamation urging residents to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis Fair
Indiana
St Lowis
Senai Fairbanks
Beveridge
Roi Will Eprak
Indiana Bulld
It Ia
Mayer Haltzmin
Nonunion Conflict at Fair and Divorce Claims Highlight Labor Tensions
The article shows union wage adherence amid a fair dispute with a secretary defending union practices. It also reports divorce complaints from Bertie A. Dimick and Clarence B. Chambers, detailing financial troubles and abandonment, plus custody and alimony concerns.
Riverside Bridge Project Shelved by County Officials
County officials say funds are insufficient to build the Riverside bridge, citing budget shortfalls and competing priorities. The decision halts planning, affects local traffic expectations, and leaves the project awaiting future funding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside
SAY
Poverty debate halts Riverside bridge plan in county and city
The Sun reports renewed push for a new Riverside bridge across White River facing budget concerns. Officials including Jacob Woessner and Martin Hugg cite city and county poverty and prior debt for bridges, while Deputy Auditor Fred Shepard questions the need amid ongoing Riverside and Umphersonsville projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thirtieth-st
White River
Jacob Woessner
Works Board
SUN
Elt
Martin Hugg
W. Washington-at
College
Trady
Lismit
Riverside
Gail
Fred Shepard
Anyas
Umphersonsville
Geomhry
Religious cow roams churchyard in North Indianapolis
A cow nicknamed Old Rogie has been grazing in the churchyard at Thirtyhird and Pennsylvania streets, annoying residents and church members. Police urged discreet removal to avoid further trouble, with a patrolman told to relocate the animal to a pasture or graveyard quietly, preferably after dark.
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Thirtyhird
Pennsylvania Sts
Ciiseny
Indianapolis
Charch
Police Braston
Secet
Schwab
Rogsie
Gras
Pergeant
John
Printer Takes Dose of Morphine in Personal Crisis
Frank Adams, a printer, was found unconscious in a room at 2A Kennedy Avenue after being missing for two days. A morphine tablet lay on the table and he was taken to the hospital by ambulance shortly before noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Adams
Ken Lnecky-Ave
Adams
Ritg
College Men Wanted for Philippine Constabulary Service
Brigadier general Henry T. Allen calls for college bred men from American academies and universities to recruit for the Philippine constabulary officer track. Circulars outline service prospects, promotion paths, and duties. Photographs of candidates are requested. Also notes two Indianapolis youths, Charles Cook and Dick Roach, who faced police court after a Sunday incident ending with Roach’s detention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington. Ang
Philippine Con Mabulary
Henry T. Allen
Charles Cook
Dick” Roach
Indianapolis
Cook
Roach
Arches Progress on Cob.lege Ave Bridge Over Fall Creek
Work on the Cob lege avenue bridge over Fall Creek advances despite spring floods. Superintendent Coughlin says the structure should be ready for traffic around November 1 with stone laid on the middle ribs and arches reinforced by thin cement. The innovative design features independent arches, a curved rail, and improved beauty and durability as planners adjust the approach to harmonize with the street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fall Creek
Aceb. Coughin
Coughlin
Hale
Local betting sparse for big Jeffries Munroe fight
In Walker's only money on the prize bout totals about $80 at odds of 2 to 1 for Jeffries and 2 to 1 for Munroe. Betting is slow and no one has staked at Heler's or Tron’s boards. A separate report notes a burglary on Albanyeave and Polk streets where a 80-pound safe was moved and opened for jewelry and cash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walker's
Jeffries
Munroe
Heler's
Tron's
Dy Seelpee Menae Press Association
Chicago
Frank M. Moftman
Albanyeave
Polk St
Fuller to Examine Indianapolis Water Supply
George W. Fuller, a New York water expert with New England ties, will conduct a thorough examination of Indianapolis water quality and supply methods over the next several days. Fuller, noted for long experience in water works, has previously been associated with Massachusetts and Louisville projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
George W
New York
Fuller
Brent
Martachusetty
Mayor Expected Home From Anantie City Return Soon
Mayor Heltzman is anticipated to return from Anantie City by Friday or Saturday. He plans to oversee various affairs including track elevation contracts at Massachusetts areas and related projects upon arrival.
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Heltzman
Anantie City
Massachusetts
Hla Alanantre
Youdy
Ag Buon
Campaign Swing by Uncle Joe Cannon in Indiana
Uncle Joe Cannon tours Indiana for two weeks of campaigning opening in Richmond on Sep 1 and visiting Marion and Indianapolis. Capt Harry S New, western Republican HQ chief, says two of four Congs districts are solidly safe, two are winnable. Talks acknowledge Overstreet and Taggart as pivotal figures. Payne says Republicans lead three to one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chole Jae Cannon
Congress
Richmond
Apeake
Marlon
New
Taggart
Iniuvnne
Indianapolis
Overstreet
Qveratrent Han
Aaslong Committee of
Chiengg
Payne
Claude Bowers Nominated by Democrats in District 5
Claude Bowers of Terre Haute won the Democratic nomination for Congress in district 5. The gathering drew strong attendance from across the district, with Bowers praised as a crack orator and seasoned newspaperman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martinsville
Ind
Claude Bowers
Terre Haute
Bowers
Terre Haute Gazette
Indianapolia
Tough Luck for Willie Hurt With Unused License
Willie Hurt faces trouble over an unused license as details remain unclear. The incident centers on licensing status and potential administrative questions affecting the individual. Further records are not provided.
Girl Refused to Wed After Preacher Was Paid
In North Indiana town Jesse Ives blocked William Hurt from marrying Jessie Frances after Hurt secured a license weeks earlier. Hurt’s mother Berner said Jessie relented and the preacher was paid, but the bride later balked. The film shows William hopeful the couple can wed without arrest.
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Rae
Plaiiy
Berner
William Hurt
Jesmie Frances
Borner
Fr Js
Wren
Lndy
Boma
Jessie
Spe
Wile
Therin
Wiliam
Asenec, Rag
Jesse Ives
Indianasolls
Taggart in the Swim As Democratic Campaign Bosses Reel
Report discusses Democratic campaign dynamics led by Taggart and Parker with Belmont and Murphy in key roles. Notes Parker as Real Manager amidst Republican pressure from Cartwright and a busy national headquarters. Mentions naval war news and international tension interwoven with political maneuvering in August.
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New York
Tom
Taggare
George B. Cartelyou
No. 1
Mundisonave
Odda
Alton B. Parker
Parker
Tagart
Belmont
Murphy
McCarron
Evopus
Tagwart
Positan Wystate
David B. Hil
Judge Parker
Angyet Belmone
Seimont i
Seimont i Inoked Juptin
Booker Washington Heads National Negro Business League Meeting
At the upcoming National Negro Business League gathering in this city next Thursday and Friday, hundreds of wealthy Black leaders will attend. Organizer A. E. Manning notes the convention will reveal how they built wealth, with Rooker T. Washington, founder and president, in attendance.
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National Neery Business League
Ciy
United States
Orler
Salt A. E. Manning
Vance Comraltes
Rooker T Washtowton
League
Survey Launched on Riverside Water Plant Audit
The Sun reports a Riverside water plant survey begun after a works board inquiry. City engineer Jeup notes the process will take a week to ten days, while water company officials held a lengthy session without decisive results. Bacteriologists are examining the water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside Water
Jeup
Water Company
Works Board
Murdered Nephew of President Diaz in El Paso Quarrel
Petro Diaz nephew of President Diaz was stabbed to death in El Paso during a dispute over a woman. The killer fled toward the Mexican border but was captured with El Paso officers assist. Extradition will be necessary since the crime occurred in the United States. Diaz was noted as a popular bullfighter.
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Berippe-McRae Presa Association
Galveston
Ter
Petro Diaz
Diaz
Ar Afextro
Perda Rodriguez
el Paso
Petro
Sonora
Xfextvan Curales
United States
Misaasallaut
French Calf Rebuke For Would-Be Maser on Ferry
A Philadelphia report recalls a French style rebuke on a Pennsylvania Railroad ferry boat. A young man with pretensions tried to talk and elbow the woman, who responded with swift punishment. She delivered several rapid smacks, saying Take that and that to teach better manners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Railway
Manher
Missouri
Elevator Fall at Court House Leaves No Serious Injuries
A courthouse elevator dropped from the third to the second floor as caretaker Sept Cook escaped unharmed. County supervisor Coole and workman Jim Richardson were in the shaft and Noble Venable, the regular operator, was away. The crew suspected a gear failure or misalignment caused the sudden plunge prompting an immediate shutdown until engineers can inspect the wrecked shaft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
Coole
Jim Richardson
Noble Venable
Kickera
Cook
Spring Weather Forecast At Majestic Building
A garbled forecast from a prognosticator at the Majestic building on Thursday morning predicts cool, Friday warmth, with mentions of sunshine and frost risks. The odd wording suggests uncertainty about fronts or temperatures for the near term.
Weather Forecast for Indiana and Gant States
Fair conditions prevail with Thursday night and Friday cooler. Temperature at 7 4. m 70 at noon 68 and 26 m 64. Northwest winds.
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Conler
Indiana
Ade Gant
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