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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 02, 1905

Page

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Mine Disaster Claims Twenty One in Diamondville Wyoming

Diamondville Wyoming reports a deadly explosion in mine No 1 of Kemmerer Coal and Coke company with 21 miners killed and 34 entombed. Rescue teams fight fire and gas as crowds gather. the cause is unknown and help pours in from nearby towns and Evanston.

Gchippe Aware Press Association Diamondville Wyo Kemmerer Coal and Coke Company Mall Diamondville i Line Wyoming Evanston Everiong Dietune Ny Tall Dismondville Te Etate

Three Revolutionary Warnings Circulate in Lamberg District

A Lamberg dispatch reports three revolutionary parties issued a warning against Polish residents paying taxes under threat of death. Across Russia hundreds of schools were burned, Russian teachers expelled, and czar pictures desecrated, with arson as part of a wider crackdown. In Carthage a military figure, Col. Ernest Peugnote, died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a long spree, with police deeming suicide likely.

Scripps-M'Rre Press Association Vienna Drc Lamberg Russia

Walter Nas Arrest Reveals Murder Charge in Tennessee

Chattanooga December report states Walter Nas was arrested on a murder charge in the death of Dr. W. F. Fentasen. The doctor died after a mountain fight during which he beat Nas, who then accused the doctor of insulting his wife. Fentasen denied wrongdoing before death.

PPS M'Rae Piuese Absocia Tion Mhattanooga Tenn Walter Nas Beeh W. F. Fentasen Walter Fentasen Fenlasen

Survived the Storm Amid Turbulent News Report

A garbled bulletin notes that several individuals including Cant Mapes and wife survived a recent storm or typhoon. It mentions Norfolk and Philadelphia contexts with uncertain references to families and religious figures, implying relief or lack of victims despite fears. The piece reads like an Acknowledgment letter from Schoismelier of St Laws.

Schifps-Mare

Depew Did Not Resign From Senate

Albany reports Chauncey M. Depew did not resign from the United States Senate as of press time. No governor official or secretary state has received a formal resignation. A telegram circulated this morning claimed Depew had resigned, but that report is unconfirmed.

Depew Bcripes Rankress Association Albany N.Y Dee Chauncey M. Depew United States Senate O'Brien

Fire Destroys Town in Wyoming as Fire Ravages Stegemeir

Fire swept through a Wyoming town destroying most structures with no loss of life. The blaze damaged Stegemeir Brow and Stegemeir Bras, with notices of local shops and services amid scattered ads. No further details on the cause or exact losses are clear.

Thornton for Judge in Christ Murder Case

An attorney of ability agreed to act as judge in the Henry Christ murder trial starting Monday December 4. William W. Thornton promised to sit as judge after W T Brown declined. Jury selection expected to occupy much of the day with 40 men drawn for the panel. Ryan and Ruckelshaus will defend Christ as the prosecution says the case involves the killing of Edward Cory, an electrical worker.

Henry Chiat Wiliam W. Thornton Fremont Alford W. T. Brown Jt 18 Gomé Ryan & Ruckelshaus Christ Henry Spaan Henry Christ Edward Cory

Williams Named Speaker Candidate in Democratic Caucus

Washington Dec. 2 John Sharp Williams of Mississippi was nominated for speaker at the Democratic caucus. The honor is honorary and forlorn as the post of Democratic Leader for the coming Congress. Williams was nominated by Rep Smith of Kentucky with Rep Macon of Arkansas seconding. The caucus was presided by Rep Henry of Texas, nominated for chair by Rep Clayton of Alabama.

Schipps-Wrae Press Association Washington House John Sharp Williams Mississipp Clayton Mabama Hoy Virginia Chaim

Governor Hangs Wife of Convict in Rutland

Governor remains firm that Mabel Rogers must pay for her crime as Rutland prepares for the hanging. Sheriff Peck refuses to officiate while Deputy Epafferd handles the trap and Supt. Lovell uses the chair mechanics. The prisoner’s health deteriorates as doctors warn collapse is likely.

Scripps Mn'rab Press Association Rutland Gav Bell Mabel Rogere Dees Peck Epafferd Lovell Sheri McAuley Nis Torning

Panama Canal Commission Seeks 16 Million Appropriation

A bill to provide 16 million dollars for the Panama Canal commission has been prepared and will be introduced in the House on the opening day. The funds are to be immediately available to liquidate the delta of the commission and to advance canal work, reimbursed by bonds under the Spooner act, with taxable rates for sale as government work circulates.

Ecripps-M'Rae Presse Association Washington Panama Canal Commission Dit Basts Ae

Ocean Collision Off Dungeness In Dense Fog

Many lives feared lost after a collision between steamers off Dungeness early today. The British steamer Philineville, en route from the Congo river to Antwerp, struck an unknown vessel and sank. only seven were rescued as dense fog hindered rescue efforts and some survivors clung to wreckage awaiting pickup.

Dungeness Philipeville Scripps-M'Rre Press Association London Fhilineville Congo Antwerp Phitineville Hants

Race Hatred Flare at Local School

Juvenile court heard testimony of white pupils from school No 4 and colored pupils from school No 5 in a clash marked by racial hatred. Edward Hansford, 35, entered court after obtaining a gun and wounding Elmer Bonham, 11, during an after school attack. The principal said police were asked to intervene as clashes continued between the two groups.

Alfred Edward Handford Elmer Bonham Edward Hansford Judge Stubbs

Sheriff halts governor’s requisition in Terre Haute arrest

Marmall Illinois sheriff prevents a governor’s requisition to transfer William Ronce and Charles C Harris from Terre Haute where they’re held on charges of robbing Vandalia, cark and Fuveral stores plus post offices and multiple other shops near Nennisas Meean Walnut Prairie. The case links to a broader ring operating out of Terre Haute in Finlane and Titnals.

Hedrick Marmall Deneen Hilpols Hanly William Ronce Charles C. Harris Terre Haute Mar- BhAl Nennisas Meean Walnut Prairie Metilere Tw Finlane Titnals Guy Hanihan Repitition Sheri Khodeter Nonn Terre Haste

Roosevelt backs federal probe into Standard Oil

Washington reports a strong movement, backed by President Roosevelt, to launch a federal investigation of Standard Oil and allied interests. The drive targets Rockefeller wealth and the three largest U S life insurance firms, amid fears of a combined power able to resist government action.

Ithe Sun Washington Roosevelt Standard Oil Company Roosevelt i3 Bredt Rock Coller Corporation Alice Amit SUN Fummer Development Wilet Standard Wil Ife Rockefeller

Many Japanese Students Coming to America

Special to the Sun from Seattle reports a resumed influx of Japanese students to American schools as peace returns to the Far East. About one fourth of the 10,000 Japanese immigrants per year are students who arrive via incoming steamships. While funding varies, many attend high schools in Pacific coast cities, often as domestic servants. Japanese law limits arrivals by month, prioritizing merchants, students, professionals, tradespeople, wives of residents, then laborers.

Seattle Far East United States Japan

Rawlings Family Sentenced in Carter Murder Case

Rev J G Rawlings and his two sons Jesse and Billion were sentenced to be hanged for the Carter child murder after their appeal to the Supreme Court failed. Leonard Rawlings, the youngest boy, received a term in the penitentiary.

Rawlings Scripps-M’rae Press Association Valdosta J. G. Rawlings Jesse Billion Carter Supreme Wotk Leonard Rawlings

Mansfield Sues City Over Sewer Assessment Denial

Henry A. Mansfeld sues the city of Indianapolis seeking 36000 after the United States government refused to pay a 4772.06 assessment for the E Michigan Street sewer built past the arsenal grounds. The Board of Public Works had set the contract, and the case touches on old Indiana law exempting the government from such assessments. The report also notes broader federal probes into Standard Oil and insurance industry influence on legislation, with ongoing efforts to compel testimony from Standard Oil figures in Missouri.

Henry A. Mansfeld Indianapolis United States E. Michigan St Mansfield Board of Public Works United States Arsenal FE. Michigan-st Winona Technical Institute

WEATHER FORECAST FAIR AND COLDER SATURDAY NIGHT AND SUNDAY

The forecast warns of fair skies turning colder with a sharp temperature drop by night and into Sunday. Light winds expected. nighttime lows slip into chilly ranges. Residents should layer for the colder conditions and monitor any weekend changes.

Five Arrests Made for Pension Fraud in Inderal Grand Jury Case

Deputy U S Marshal Martin led five arrests in a pension fraud scheme tied to indicial grand jury indictments. George Miles, Eli Jathmur, Dickerson, Lutiman, and Klute face charges for forging affidavits and filing false pension papers. Thomas, a notary, is accused of notarizing fraudulent statements. Griffes claim details show a botched attempt to secure benefits through forged death proofs, with Juni Jones allegedly testifying under false pretenses.

United States Martin Returner Ware Fania Milo d George It Miles Washington, DC Griffes Aloer Stoner Patou Nere Raneath Grifter Juni Jones Wabash Hewr Alidush Henry Klote

PITY FOR A GIRL Amid Poll Larceny Case In Sixteenth Century

A girl named Sarah Funtey from Spenevn Ind faces poll larceny charges after taking a printed page from a department counter. She is fined and ordered to remain in custody for a few days as the court considers her history and moral character.

Sarah Funtey Tia Omi Gregorle

Petitioned bankruptcy action affects local merchants

The George F. Dittman Loot and Shoe company and Galdetetn Co and W LeGer Hunt Co filed in U S district court as creditors against Joachim Traugait Ro merchant on Washington street claiming mismanagement of sales and requesting a receiver. Juda Anderson confirmed the report and on Saturday appointed James C. Curtin receiver with an $8,000 bond to inventory and continue business, protect the estate and sell merchandise.

George F. Dittman James C. Curtin Revelver

Farmer torn in two on road in a deadly runaway

Oliver Miller, a farmer, met a horrible death on the road between Nobleavile and Chiliteerhra at night. A neighbor found the sign of a man and, three miles farther, the head and body identified as Miller’s. He was mercilessly torn in two in a runaway. he leaves a family of four.

Scripps-Au Rar Press Association Proria Tit Oliver Miller Nobleavile Chiliteerhra Mitter

Cable to Petersburg Again Interrupted Notice

Scripps Acrae Press Association reports that the Commercial Cable Company has advised Isaac that the cable to St Petersburg was again interrupted this morning.

Scripps-Acrae Press Association New York Isaae

Three Dead In House In Harrettstown Tragedy

In Harrettstown New York three youths Henry McCaffery 18 George Carpenter and Miax Capitoa were found dead in the kitchen of a house owned by Mrs John McCaffery. They were living there while Mrs McCaffery was away. A gun lay on the floor and authorities suggest a quarrel led to the deaths but do not confirm the method.

Scripps-M'Rae Press Association Harrettstown N. Y John &. McCaffery Henry McCaffery George Carpenter

Metzger for Chief of Police in county history

A campaign-era piece lauding Metzger as former sheriff and city campaign chair. It praises his executive ability, study of modern police methods, and suitability for chief of police, citing Marion County ties and leadership of the city committee.

Mayar Olovt Yoolwalter Anmauesil Raed Pobllo Saftey Rubeet Metager Pobtee Kruger Metager Seryeyh Marion County Emtym Gamonine Lend Abd Myr Metzger Pelies Anerhmis Ehfet Pottec

Barber Morris Fined In Court Testimony Of Mrs Ruby

Mrs Woholla Ruby testified in county court that barber Waller Morris struck her and called her vile names after objecting to her daughters Etta and Bess spending time with him. The incident followed midnight as the girls, one aged several years, went with Morris and later acted indifferently under cross examination.

Woholla Ruby Poles Court Etta Bess Waller Morris Morris Bar Coats Ruby Morrwatric Tyro Girin Bee Butt Nee Mercy Tank Hales Sucere

Divorce Requests Reveal Marital Strife Across Several Names

Mintie Lee seeks divorce claiming Louis K. Leeb hates her and loves others and he abandoned her last month. Heasle Rosenfelt cites her husband Harry Rosenfelt abandoning on their wedding day. May 5, Hough accuses Edward It Hough of deserting her after a year of married life. She seeks divorce to create.

Louis K. Leeb Mintie Lee Heasle Rosenfelt Harry Rosenfelt Ste Hough Edward Crete

Mount Carmel Sermon Draws Audience at First Baptist

Sunday evening at the First Baptist church Dr Villers will speak on Mount Carmel describing the mountain’s excellency and the famous scene where fire fell from heaven. It will be the pastor’s fourth descriptive talk on sacred mountains.

Mount Carmel First Baptist Church Villers

Morgan's Partner Dead in London

Sir Clinton Edward Dawking, partner in J. P. Morgan & Co, died in London today after a long illness. His heart had been weak for some time, and the death is reported by the BCRIPPS-M'RAE Press Association.

Morgan Bcripps-M'Rae Press Association London Clinton Edward Dawking J. P. Morgan & Co

Monnett’s Bandits offers 30 day treatment for one dollar

An advertisement promotes Monnett’s Bandits for men and women offering a 30 day treatment for one dollar. It mentions a Christmas gift idea with a motor power washing machine for laundry work and provides a Mass Broa address and a New phone number for orders.

Monnett’s Mass Broa Max

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