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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 27, 1904

Page

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Rumor of Port Arthur Fall Circulates London

A London Evening Standard dispatch from Tientsin says private sources believe Port Arthur was entered by Japanese forces and that its fall is practically accomplished. No confirmation came from Barun Hayashi. The report notes dawn occupation of Itzshan forts and heavy losses but cites no official word.

London Evening Standard Tientsin Specia Dlapatch Port Arthur Itzshan Perushan Barun Hayashi Great Britain Iss

Whale captures and loses a Hartford man with whale tale

A Hartford party returning from Griswold's shores claimed a whale adventure with E Willard on a life risking attempt to harpoon the carcass. Willard fell when the whale sank, was rescued by nearby rowers and the whale was later killed and brought ashore. An unrelated corporate notice follows about a Broad Ripfile park gathering and local business ads.

Hartford Conn Ave Grisigold Sound Chia Befai Will “E. Willard Karl Reisland Episcopal Church Wethersfield Mr. Willard Willard

Aging man seeks permit for county poor farm care

William Within, 93, claiming to own a slave before the war, argues at the palace station that he must go to the county farm as no one else will care for him. He describes ties to Kentucky and to the Cotage Tom character and is taken to the township office for a permit to the poor farm.

William Agra Palice Station Tse Wittie Indianapolis Missouri St Kentucky Stowe Little Tom Wilhite Nour

Governor candidate Frank Hanis in Greensburg campaign stop

Frank Hanis, Republican candidate for governor, campaigned in Putnam County Greensburg after a county conversion event. An immense crowd gathered for the intraparty march and rally on Saturday, following the gathering in the town square.

Greencastle Ind Frank Hanis Putsnam

Weather Forecast for Indiana and Nearby States

Fair conditions prevail through Saturday night and Sunday with rising temperatures. Readings at 7 am 58, noon 73, 2 pm 77. Winds light to moderate. In river city, an employee at the Wabash factory was found dead Saturday from a hemorrhage of the lungs. He leaves a wife and three children, youngest a week old. He moved here about six months ago from Louisville.

Indiana Jchnson Lod Starry Joon X Wabath Tie Louieville Jungs

Harlan Named for Congress in Quiet District Convention

In Cleveland Hall Washington County the district Democratic convention nominated Harlan on the first ballot amid little fanfare. Frank P. Baker and Barrett also received votes as delegates sought unity, with Harlan escorted to the stage and supporters urging perseverance against imperialism.

Joe Fanning Washington Hall Cleveland Hall Spencer Committee On Rules and Organization Eur Tung Sperenes J. Fane King Albery F. Zearing Tim Griffin Taria Alonzo Green Smith Dumarracs Levi P. Uatian Charles KE Barrett Frank P. Baker Wart Harlan Case Harelan Bi Baker Warrett Chat Toain Wa Yttle Hurn Joe Bell Henry Seyfried

Young spellbinder engaged by Republican State Speaking Bureau

Warren Anthony Ross of Indianapolis, a well known young orator, has joined the Republican State Speaking Bureau. He is praised as a fascinating spellbinder who has spoken for the party before and gained a reputation this year as a reader of Enoch Arden.

Warren Anthony Ross Indianapolis Roosevelt Hoes Enoch Arden

Prosecuting Attorney Sees More Evidence in Krauss Case

In Harpegicupy Indiana a prosecuting attorney claims additional evidence exists against Mrs Krauss in the Krauss home case. He cites a possible poisoning plot using substances found at the scene and notes investigators traced a man who said Krauss sent him for the poison. Also mentions revival meetings by Mrs Underath-Etter starting September 1 and local property listings and stables for sale.

Mrs. Krauss Harpegicupy Ind Krauss Heotel Krause Stevehetine I Prysials Eocan Lloyd Sarmeryitle Mo WR Underath-Etter Underath Reikhtwoot von Underath-Etter

Burglars Fail to Open Blacksmiths Safe

Burglars attempted to break the safe at Schwelkle and Prange Blacksmiths at 801 E Markeree early Saturday morning. They battered the door and fled when the safe remained intact, leaving the city noting a sizable sum of money inside was not taken.

Schwelkle & Prange E. Markeree Charnotsey

Donnelly Seeks Fresh Push to End Stockyard Strike

Chicago unions plan another attempt Sunday to end the stockyard strike. President Donnelly says progress is unlikely as packers resist proposals. many strikers remain firm while packers predict a break. About 36 butchers began the strike and pledged to work if the walkout ends. An order has been issued and strike pickets are being called in.

Chicago Donnelly Che Unin Wittwop Welay PoPre Inspector Hunt

Booker Seeks Rooms Amid legal hotel query

A fragment recalls a discussion at an English hotel about allowing Booker to stay. Mrs Towser notes Indian hotel law prevents refusing him, while others debate room availability and policy under unclear circumstances.

Washington Alanuker

Bests and Sweethearts Gum Dispute in Teas ville Ky

Best Gum Co sues Lea Meyer, gum salesman, seeking $1 damages and injunction. Company claims Meyer breached exclusive agency contract covering Best Gum in multiple states and limited Meyer from selling Sweethearts gum. The case alleges Meyer partnered with rival CW Sehrader to distribute competing Sweethearts line.

Teasville Marian County Alpate Lea Meyer Viatims Meyer Sehrader Indhiana Minas Missouri Iowa Kansas Nebraska Qhin Joutevile Heat Company

Morrison Found Guilty in Reno Murder Trial

Morrison and accomplice Milley Conkey were found guilty of murder in Reno last April. Attorneys for the defendant, Thomas Morrison, asked for a new trial on Saturday, as the case moved toward life imprisonment in the penitentiary.

Cannilton, Ltd Thomas We Morrison Wise Milley & Conkey Reno Morrison

Indiana Geologist Reports On Stone For Monuments

State geologist Blatchley travels through Indiana to study stone varieties and their composition for the soldiers and veterans monuments. He received a request from A J Zabern of the New York commission, seeking a full report on stone types and composition for battlefield monuments at Chattanooga and Gettysburg.

Blatchley A. J. Zabernskle New York Manuscent Commission New York Commission Chattanooge Gettysburg Indiana

Colored banker loans 250000 at Richmond session

WoL Taylor a wealthy colored banker from Richmond Va will attend the sessions of the National Negro Business League in Henrico county Virginia to assist in funding. He and four other bankers will participate with Gov Marty Mayor Holtzman and J W Korn set to speak at opening ceremonies. Booker T. Washington will deliver the annual address at the evening session.

Taylor Richmond Henrico County Virgina Serous Henrivo County Ed Taylor Twindow Tverini Booker T. Washington

Church Doors Open With Music This Sunday Charms Parishioners

A local church announces doors will open with music this Sunday. Organist Teindley and soloist Adah B. Conner will headline a program, with vows to bring a varied recital and celebrate community worship alongside park openings.

Delaware Sundey Teindley Adah B. Conner Sprain

Blessed State 1s Religion Faith Amidst Turmoil

Bert Ryan 21% Talbott reports stabbing near a station and a night of prayer as neighbors recall Ryan kneeling and seeking cleansing. He refused to leave the scene and voiced strong religious conviction amid community unrest and threats to worship.

Strickland Likely Marriage Ties Chief Delegate at Demo Convention

In Washington Hall Saturday afternoon Strickland of Givern Mehl appeared set to be the convention’s nominee with EM agen and ELD. Barrett of Matinook also contending, but Strickland secured the nomination on the first ballot. Edward I. Huber, Marion business leader and head of Huber Engine and Thresher Co., died suddenly in Mor ton Ohio, shocking Indianapolis friends and relatives.

Marry Strickland Givern Mehl Carontline Daint Representative Democrat Washington Hall EM Agen Eld. Barrett Matinook Enuaty Rerickland Huber Edward 1. Huber Moreton Indianapolis Thalthis Hear Huber Engine and Thresher Company Marion Huelbess Tan Columbus Ind

Four Thieves Escape Franklin County Jail Aided by Sweetheart

In Franklin Indiana four inmates J B Thompson Bills and John Stairs escaped Joboxen county jail between 12 and 1 am Saturday aided by Oaks sweetheart Perday who brought a saw and tools in a package. The escape prompted pursuit and authorities expect Thompson and Bills to head toward Louisville while Oaks remains held for aiding the breakout. Stairs is said to be from Brown county and the others have uncertain origins. The incident marks the first bold jail delivery in Franklin in years.

Franklin Ind J. B. Thompson Bills Karl Oaks John Stairs Joboxen Thompson Oake Aston Grant Stutrs Oaks Bar Rsom Bile Louteville Oxke Inburg Stairs Somen Brown County

Murder charge rocks World Woodmen over monument dispute

A conflict within the Woodmen of the World over an epitaph on a monument to a dead member led to calls to remove the stone. Dr. F G Semmes of Hickory and Lawson family members are cited in a murder case with large sums involved, while a Memphis firm handled the monument.

Lawson-Semmes F. G. Semmes Hickore TD. Lewon Dahers Corps Mississappi Hin Lawson Lawson Memphis Hickory Mance Thomda T. J. Lawson Seramon Hank Dr. Semmes Avery

Fall attire details for a child’s dress design

The text describes a fall wear cardhin or waist-worn garment using a ribbon and matching material for a child of about eight years. It notes embroidery and French knots securing a dress figure, with buttons and thread accents. The base ribbon should harmonize with a sash, highlighting rich decorative elements.

Women Fight With Billiard Cue Ends in Court

Mrs Boders and Mrs Miller became engaged in a fray over a billiard game Friday night. Miller testified she was struck on the head with a cue and police court heard that Boders and Soders clashed after the quarrel. The case was continued until next Wednesday with a plea by Soders.

J. Boders Miller Brant BO Lerd Plares Miler Mrs. Soilers

Chicken Pecking Hurts Man in Elkhart Incident

In Elkhart Indiana on August 7 a poultry worker named Willinos dt vit, a press feeder, faced loss of sight in one eye after a chicken he was treating pecked at it. The incident occurred during a medical procedure on the bird.

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Maloney Says Spirit Appeared To Him

William Maloney son of Michael Maloney reports a spirit visit at his bedchamber claiming loneliness and a forthcoming death, while Maloney grows ill at his Aurora home. Doctors fail to help as preparations for the afterlife unfold amid a family tragedy and a looming farewell.

Maloney Tlawrencrourg Ind Henry Witte William Maloney Michael Maloney Wille Hag Ding Aurora

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