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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1907
Page
1
Detectives link Tuesday blaze at Indianapolis Basket factory to local boys, noting loosened side boards and a nearby watchman routine. No suspects or motives found. plant owners say no labor trouble, while residents fear further arson as prior fires and attempted fires unsettle the neighborhood.
In Gur City, police court debates fill the docket with Judge Whallon creating a witness room court. Fire risks rise with a major blaze at the Indianapolis Basket company plant. Flooding from sprinkling wagons keeps pedestrians wet while crosswalks stay slick and summer storms threaten. Police and traffic notes cover a novice driver, stray weeds, crossing guards, and drivers wrong side etiquette. Community events mention fairs, services, and a GOP picnic schedule as summer wanes.
Detectives hunt a suspected arsonist who razed the Indianapolis Basket Company plant at E New York Street and the Big Four railroad Friday night leaving about 20000 dollars in damage. Detectives Holtz Smith and Capt. Bray led the inquiry after previous near arson attempts last Thursday near the same site.
Judge Hanna ruled in the Standard Oil Company vs City of Indianapolis case that the proper test of whether the city can regulate oil sales should occur in police court. A test case likely to involve Manager Baumert was discussed, with potential prosecutions depending on whether oil was sold by can or by the gallon. The dispute centers on cans bearing the city seal and inspectors charging five cents per can for inspection under city statute.
The Elder Reserves defeated the Blakers Sunday 7 to 0 with pitcher O Hearn allowing only one hit. The Elders, owners of a 22–2 record after a win and a tie with the Bob Whites, seek games against 16 year old teams like Y M J Juniors Naps or Champagne Velvets. They plan to meet the Fisher Uncuts at Riverside No 3 Sunday afternoon. contact Dan Elder at 417 Minervast.
United Press reports that 1,044 people have died in inland Japan from weeklong rains and floods. Two hundred thousand homes are abandoned as relief efforts rush to救 the starving and shelterless. Relief boats trains and doctors including visiting American nurses are aiding the stricken districts as waters begin to crest and moderation returns.
Local authorities report another man left Western Union’s Indianapolis office pledging fidelity to the strikers. Leaders say all city labor unions fund the operators for the strike and will support current and future strikers in every possible way.
Police hold William Cummings Harold Smythe and Walter Dunn for breaking into the residence at 222 W eighteenth street after the funeral of George Livingston The thieves stole silverware jewelry and clothing but missed a hidden $115 A daughter’s watch and chain were among items taken. Cummings and Smythe sold metals and Smythe and Cummings connected to the theft Dunn denies taking anything.
Christ Jordan aged 22 was arrested by Patrolman Burk on Wednesday on a charge of driving on a boulevard. He resides at 721 Muskingumst.
Dr Sherman Davis of Indiana University told Marion County Teachers Institute that automatic toys fail with young children. He said early life drives kids to create and build rather than seek ready made toys. W W Parsons of Indiana State Normal spoke on The Bible and Education, praising the Bible as indispensable for teachers.
Oyster Bay N Y Aug 23 Prince William of Sweden visited President Roosevelt as luncheon guest amid cheering crowds. Swedish minister Baron Lagercrantz and aides accompanied him. Secret service autos escorted the party to Sagamore Hill. Also present were Capt Lindberg Capt Dek lerckera Huntington Wilson John B Jackson Lieut Bulmer Mrs Bulmer Maj Gen J F Bell and Secretary Cortelyou. Later Roosevelt met delegates to an international zoological congress at Cold Spring.
William Wood, 19, a fugitive from London wanted on charges of passing bad checks, was arrested by Detectives Larsh and Gerber on Wednesday in Ohio. He gave 79 North Addison area as his address. Sheriff Hummel of London had arrived Tuesday to take custody.
Secretary Charles Downing reports overwhelming entry turnout for the Indiana state fair with hog exhibitors dominant. A new 350 by 20 foot live stock pavilion with 6,000 seats will house livestock displays, to be dedicated September 9, while cattle class premiums total 12,397 and dairy building exhibits promise extensive dairy education and prizes.
Information from the mayor's office confirms the desertion of two United States Navy sailors. Lee Ray Gasho and Ernest Paul Butterfield, both ordinary seamen aboard the New Jersey, left on August 1 and August 5 respectively. Their reported homes are Indianapolis.
Lester Sectter, 57, saloon keeper at 32 E Washington St, was arrested Wednesday by Patrolman Row on the charge of selling liquor on Sunday.
Citizens of the Ninth ward are invited to speak on a proposed measure to abolish saloons in their ward. The saloon license committee will report on 11 license applications, with four refusals, as it reviews 13 establishments. A council meeting Thursday will consider a $5 appropriation to defend the ordinance in higher courts, with Mayor Buckwalter expected to support the request.
During the week starting Monday September 2 the principal of Manual Training High School will be in his office from 9 to 11 a.m. daily to receive applications for admission. Entrance examinations for non graduates of city schools will be held on Friday September 6 beginning at 8 59 a.m.
Trial for Mr. and Mrs. John B. Risk on charges of aiding Dora Kintz and Goldie Percival to escape from the Indiana Reform School for Girls is set for next Friday in juvenile court. Attorneys may seek a change of venue from Judge Stubbs and advised clients to refrain from entering a plea to preserve that option. Bonds posted at $1,000 each. Two men connected to aiding the escape are expected to be arrested today.
The Persimmon brigade announces its annual reunion on September 11 at the G A R hall on Maryland street. A big camp fire will follow at 7 30 PM with entertainers known for their camp fire shows. Everyone is invited to attend.
The People's Outfitting Co advertises four rooms furnished complete valued at 225 dollars for 155 dollars and three rooms furnished complete valued at 175 dollars for 126 dollars. Harrod's Studio offers Cadets at 2 dollars per dot and Helen Byron high grade make at 10 cents. Leahy & Co Cincinnati, Ohio manufactures.
Wulschner's offers new pianos from 185 dollars. Red Van Tobacco, though sold three ounces for five cents, is high grade. YG Tackle Split Bamboo Red at 1 dollar. Gus Habich at 121 West Washington Street. People’s Coal and Cement Co, successors to Logsdon Bros, with two phone lines.
Police hold a man named Trepon Marino after he sought medical aid in Chicago claiming illness. Initials T. M. on his shoe corroborate links to Lizale Schrader’s murder near Gary Indiana. Detectives press him for details as the hunt for the Indiana dunes killer continues.
Detectives Kinney and Morkan detained George Merritt during a Tuesday night roundup at the police station for drunkenness. Merritt admitted writing the checks but claimed he did not pass them, naming James A. Kelly as the man who presented them. Kelly was arrested as the investigation tied the forged items to August passings on Ward and Hoover accounts.
Aug 28 reports say Secretary Root mildly rebuked ex Ambassador Choate over his call for a permanent arbitration court. Choate had listed Brazil as lesser, provoking Brazilian ire and US South American goodwill concerns. Root then urged a revision. Brasil is now ranked as a first class power in Choate's modified plan.
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