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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1904
Page
3
A long promotional pitch touts Liquozone as a life saving germicide that mimics oxygen, claims cures for asthma, cancer, tuberculosis and many other ailments, and offers $1,000 for discovering a germ it cannot kill. The text markets American and British rights purchases as proof of value and urges readers to test the product with a money back guarantee.
Supt of banking Kilburn closed the German American Bank in Buffalo on Monday. A long line of depositors formed to withdraw funds, and a run began on the German American, which had faced similar trouble earlier that week. Richard Emery was president of both banks, which were set for consolidation.
Saloon-keepers face arrest on Sundays as Supt Kruger vows strict enforcement. Chris Zamwalt, a Ma ple and Rayers saloon keeper, was arrested Sunday night amid rumors of a partial fee arrangement. Police deny the partially shown fee claim and say every saloon in town will be held to the law.
Snow six inches fell on the Texas Ite region delaying trains as Denver road officials report ongoing storm. In eastern Nebraska the heaviest snowstorm of the season delays rail service from Valentine to the Black Hills. Also: eight Greek peasants captured by Bulgarian revolutionists near Sorovisz were massacred with axes. Shortridge High School plans an annual excursion to St Augustine, beginning March 3, arranged by Edgar T Forsythe.
Frank Jones, 43, appeared in polina county court on Monday morning charged with gambling. Police said they found him on the street with dice, waiting for newsboys to sell papers and gamble with him.
A head on collision between Chesapeake and Ohio freight trains near the depot in Maysville Kentucky occurred Monday when a switch was left open. Engineer Herbert Gregory of Covington had his right leg amputated to free him from the wreckage. Fireman Donald Halderfield of Dayton was killed in the crash.
Hardwood finishers plan a Christmas carnival at Germania Hall starting December 19. The event aims to raise funds to pay the fines of Hugh Tapp and Patrick Fitzgerald, who are confined in the workhouse for a raid and battery on a trike breaker.
The Volunteers of America announce a Christmas Eve dinner for the city’s needy this Saturday at noon, followed by a Christmas tree in the evening. The annual Thanksgiving dinner was skipped this year due to changes in association leadership.
Due to illness of Indu W Kern the federal court case against the Elwood strikers is postponed for a few days. The hearing was set to finish Monday morning but Kern fell ill. Funeral Monday afternoon. Mrs Sarah Cropper, who committed suicide in Chicago Saturday, is identified as wife of Joseph Cropper, a New Augusta school teacher. Funeral Monday afternoon from Blanchard chapel. Burial in Crown Hill.
Chicago December 5. B S Wasson publisher cut his throat and urged the physician to save him as he lay dying. Despite efforts to move him to a hospital he did not survive.
Senator Kittenger leads a measure to raise salaries for state judges, proposing an increase in the six largest counties. The bill aims at about 41,000 more in annual pay and faces likely opposition as the final version is prepared.
The city council plans a light agenda on Monday evening. A new ordinance proposes a $5000 appropriation for track elevation on Massachusetts Avenue and may be reported or held. The old ordinance on safety rates at railroad crossings will not be ready.
A compact list records births including E. and Mrs Harbison of Indianapolis Rae, George and Anna Probst of 263 Burton, and others across several streets. Deaths mention Isaac Bennett and Walter Stevens with causes such as mercury chloride and accidental gunshot. Marriages list James M Combs and Mary Allee Highbee among pairs. Building permits show Luther P Brush and Herman E Martens with addresses and costs. A new pastor Rev Nell McPherson preached a first sermon at Tabernacle Presbyterian to large crowds.
Reenie Sowders of Westar Wisconsin was knocked to the floor in a Monday market house incident. Intoxicated Maria Lynch allegedly struck Sowders in the temple, causing unconsciousness after Sowders hit a candy bucket. He later listed memory loss about the event. Lynch was arrested claiming self defense.
A Washington statement purports to announce Vice President elect Fairbanks will resign his seat in the senate on March. This would clear the way for his swearing in as vice president on March 4. Congressman Hemenway will be elected to the senate by the Indiana legislature on March 3.
The Girls' industrial s deal board meeting was held at 24 E Fifteenth Street Monday afternoon. The First Baptist church young women plan a Christmas party and fall gathering Tuesday afternoon at Mrs Lynn B Millikan’s home 173 N Meridian Street. Meridian area church women host a country fair at Mrs John N Carey 180 N Meridian Avenue. A condolence resolution from Indianap ols coal dealers memorializes Michael C Liehn hauer and was sent to his family. An antique music recital is set for Wednesday evening at the German House with seat sales starting Monday morning at the Mer ter piano store.
The Atkinson Mortgage Loan and Investment Co. arrives in Indianapolis from Walsh Indiana. Led by Howard Atkinson it operates via three Oklahoma City branches and is linked to life and travel insurance firms in Ohio and northern Indiana. Major local ties include past bank presidencies and manufacturing interests, with a potential factory expected near Belt Avenue.
James Miller and David Smith were arraigned before Judge Alford on concealed weapons charges after a quarrel over torn pants. Witnesses say Miller searched for Smith, who allegedly armed himself with a revolver and fired four shots, none hitting the mark. Both men remain jailed with $5 costs.
Chicago wheat futures edged up about a cent on weather worries in Argentina. December, May, and July contracts opened mixed and fluctuated through the morning session. In cash markets, Pittsburg and Cincinnati saw steady to lower quotes across beef, pork, and lamb prices, with demand uneven and supplies ample.
Scripps telegrams report mixed live stock prices and market notes from Indianapolis and Chicago. References include buyers, traders, and various commodities such as butter, eggs, cheese, poultry, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products, with scattered price hints and market actions.
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