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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 04, 1902

Page

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Big Fur Robbery Strikes Downtown Stores Early Thursday

Burglars hit two downtown shops with losses estimated at 500 to 600 dollars. Furs money candy cigars and other goods were taken from the Famous fur and cloak store at 102 N Illinois. thieves used a rear transom. A candy store at 126 N Illinois also was broken into with cash and candy pilfered. A pocketbook containing 17.50 was stolen from E H Everett’s home. Detective efforts intensify as gaps in clues persist.

N. Ilinois St James Y. Brosnan Brosnan N. J. Laughner N. Illnois Sr E. H. Everett Bismarck Ave Everett

Crider and Green Tie The Knot In Fourth Matrimony

Thomas H. Crider a 45 year old railroad man and Mrs Charlotte J Green 53 were married Thursday by Justice Harvey B Stout Criders reply to is this your first marriage was the third Crider later admitted he forgot to remove his hat until reminded by the officiant The ceremony took place as the county clerk prepared the return with Crider and Green both experienced in multiple marriages

Thomas H. Crider Charlotte J. Green Harvey B. Stout Justice Stout Crider Stout Mr. Crider

Indianapolis lumber dealers form social club with eye on prices

About 25 wholesalers and retailers met at the Commercial club dinner to launch the Indianapolis lumber dealers’ club. Officers were chosen and the group, while social now, hints at future economy talks and closer adherence to annual price lists to secure a reasonable income after years of little profit. Some say the club may resemble the Manufacturers’ club in aiding members.

Indianapolis Lumber Dealers’ Club Commercial Club Manufacturers’ Club Indianapolis

Preachers Ask Mayor to Remove Whisky Ads from Boxes

Rev. W. W. Criley and Rev. Joshua M. Stansfield met Mayor Bookwalter on a Thursday to urge action against whisky advertisements on wastepaper boxes. The mayor heard their concerns and said he would ask the city attorney to decide if the ads are disreputable and if the company must remove them.

W. W. Criley Joshua M. Stansfield Preachers of Indianapolis Bookwalter

New Liner Advertisements On The Seventh Page

A seventh page listing shows notices: wanted to feed job press. furnished rooms for rent. first mortgage loans on improved property. lot on Shelby street for sale. situation wanted as housekeeper. colored girl seeks work. white girl seeks general housework. unfurnished room for rent. Read all liners on page seven today.

Bey Job Press Shelby St General Houserock

Oldest Indianapolis resident Jacob Seiberth dies at 91

Philip Jacob Seiberth born in Germany in 181, died in Indianapolis after four months confined to his room. Survived by eight grandchildren including Philip J Seiberth and Ra chel Seiberth. Funeral planned near Mount Vernon after his body leaves Indianapolis Thursday night.

Philip Jacob Seiberth Indianapolis Mr. Seiberth Philip J. Seiberth Jacob Christopher Fred Mary Rachel Seiberth Senate Ave Germany United States Martin Mount Vernon Ind Philip Seiberth Manual Training High School Harvard Seiberth Evangelical Church

People’s Outfitting Co Incorporation in Indianapolis

The People’s Outfitting Co of Indianapolis capitalized at 100000 and incorporated with the secretary of state on Thursday. Directors named are Joseph Wineman Edward A Kahn Joseph L Newind and Jesse J Solomon. The firm was previously a partnership of these gentlemen with no business changes besides incorporation.

People’s Outfitting Company Indianapolis Joseph Wineman Edward A. Kahn Joseph L. Newind Jesse J. Solomon

Fourteen Die in Lincoln Hotel Fire in Chicago

A hotel fire at the Lincoln on Madison Street killed fourteen guests and injured ten as they fled to adjacent roofs. Victims include M M Handy and N K Wood among others from Wisconsin Indiana and Illinois. Coroner orders investigation as flames confined to upper floors and loss estimated under 34000.

Chicago Lincoln Hotel Madison St M. M. Handy Janesville Wis N. K. Woood Lebanon Ind Samuel L. Yocum Davenport Chicago, Milwaukee & St Paul Railway A. S. Haines Fairmount J. D. Mayer Burlington J. Sheppard Fred. Wm. Hargraves Edward Weber Sheppard Joseph Brown & Co Traeger

Indianapolis to Elevate Tracks Abolishing Grade Crossings

A Sun exclusive reports Indianapolis plan to abolish grade crossings by elevating tracks. Railroads may submit to arbitration while city and Big Four adjust Chicago division entrances, with an era of elevated routes likely pending official announcement. Mayor Bookwalter declines comment.

Indianapolis Bookwalter the Sun Indiana Supreme Court Daniels Supreme Court Union Station Chicago White River St. Louis

FATHER ENDEAVOR CLARK TO VISIT IN INDIANAPOLIS

Christian endeavorers from nearby cities will greet Rev. Francis E. Clark of Boston president of the World's C E union on Friday. Clark has just returned from an eight month European tour and now leads a campaign to extend the society abroad. Accompanying him are Rev Clarence Eberman William Shaw and George B Graff. Programs include 3:30 p m conferences at Third Congregational Church and evening talks at Memorial Presbyterian Church. Local union arranges the visit expected to be a major event for endeavorers.

Edward Daniels Indianapolis Union Railway Company Francis E. Clark Boston Presi C. E. Union Clark Europe Christian Endeavor United States Canada Clarence Ki. Eberman William Shaw George B. Graff The United Safety Dr. Clark

Stone piler loses job sparks Anderson offer

An Anderson paper notes Andy McDivitt loses his job at the stone pile and a local man there proposes to supply him with power or aid, described as a “tremendous lacking,” signaling a pivotal job-change moment in the area.

Andy McDivitt Stone Pile Anderson

Jeweler J P Mullally Promotes Xmas Rings and Diamonds

J P Mullally jeweler at 2 Monument Place touts stylish rings and Xmas jewelry with prices described as proportionally low. He emphasizes a good selection of diamonds and festive pieces for shoppers.

J. P. Mullally

DROPPED DEAD IN Indianapolis Office

William A. Bradshaw about 50 dropped dead in the office of Henry C. Smither at 330 S Pennsylvania Street at 11 a m He lived in Lebanon and was president of the American Canning Company He came to Indianapolis on business and fell ill while calling for a doctor He collapsed en route to his chair and died The body was sent to the city morgue

William A. Bradshaw Henry C. Smither S. Pennsylvania St Mr. Bradshaw Lebanon American Canning Company Indianapolis Mr. Smither Runnels Bradshaw Lowry Mummenhoff Germany Fletcher & Sharpe Martinsville Western Product Company

Expert Refractionist. Woodard 221 Massachusetts

Optical shop listing services by a refractive specialist at 221 Massachusetts Avenue. Mentions Bennett's for Christmas photos or buttons and general optical offerings.

Woodard Massachusetts Bennett

Woman rides freight train bumpers after arrest dismissed

Police-judge Stubbs freed Mrs. Leona Tribey amid her claim that husband Samuel Tribey had her arrested for alleged drunkenness while she sought money to support herself. She testified she rode the freight train bumpers from Westville to Indianapolis on a thin wrapper after her clothes and money were stolen.

Stubbs Leona Tribey Samuel Tribey Tribey Westville Indianapolis

Sam Carson Dead From Spider Bite In Los Angeles

The report states Sam Carson son of famed scout Kit Carson was killed by a spider bite in Los Angeles. The clipping also lists various advertisements and local business references such as New Pianos prices and horse feed products.

Los Angeles Cal Sam Carson Kit Carson

Indianapolic commission merchant Mummenhoff commits suicide

Frank Mummenhoff a longtime commission merchant at Maryland st and Virginia ave lies dead at 1403 Park Ave. He cut his throat and left notes indicating his need to die due to business failure and alleged marital strife. His son Conrad Miller found the body with a chloroform bottle nearby and a pruning knife on the floor. Relations say drinking and trouble with his wife worsened after a failing business and a divorce suit.

Frank Mummenhoff Parkave Frank Mummenhoff, Jr Conrad Miller Mummenhoff Mumuilininl Maryland St Virginia-ave James L. Keach Park Ave Miller Misamenhoff Hey Mummendorf Mr. Keach Mummenhofft Mummenholt

Salem editor sues over pamphlet dispute in federal case

D A Jennings files $200000 against Eli Menaugh and others alleging conspiracy to drive him from Salem. Witness Asa Elliott testifies about pamphlets and a mob plan while Jennings plots to take the stand. Court details and defense praise mark a tense trial with many witnesses yet to come.

Asa Elliott Salem W. V. Rooker Jennings Tom Smith Tanyard Cash Lindley Elliott

Indiana Oil Now Up To $1.01 In Lima Region

In Toledo Ohio on December 4 Standard Oil announced a three cent price rise for oil in both east and west markets. North Lima reaches 1.06 while South Lima and Indiana hit 1.01 the highest in years. Other prices include Tiona 1.69 Penasylvania 1.45 Corning 1.28 Newcastle 1.20 Whitehouse 1.15 Somerset 1.06 North Lima 1.06 Soy Lima 1.01 Indiana 1.01.

Toledo South Lima Indiana Standard Oil Company North Lima Tiona Pensylvania Corning Newcast Whitehouse Somerset. Lacey Soy Lima

Forecast for Indianapolis 36 hours ending Dec 5

Partly cloudy with possible snow flurries and colder temperatures. At 7 am the city read 30, at noon 32, by 2 pm rain or snow was expected in Indiana and nearby states. Municipal government study announced at Shortridge High School to examine city administration and mayoral position.

Indianapolis Indiana Shortridge High School

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N. Illinois St Thomas E. Criss Ema Natronal Sealler Joss Jacob Seiberth People's Ouifiiting CO H. K. Wood J. C. Yocum F. L. Ewing Marietta A. B. Coon Marengo Ill V. Slocum Waconda Tu. L F. W.corey Bucyrus O. B F. Boswell Edward Toner Milwaukee Ward Lowe Sechlersville C. P. Cowan R. C. Hamilton J. Thomas Rev. Francis&. Clark Andy Joseph Goods Newtes Claypool Rank Wiliam F. Kuhn Broadway Mummenhauis Washington County League A. Jennings Ing Eli Menaugh Federal Heidelberg Trie German University
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