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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1903

Page

2

Royal Betrothal Announced For Princess Alice and Prince George

London reports an official betrothal between Princess Alice Macy Victoria Angusto Pauline of Albany and Prince George of Teck. Princess Alice, 40, noted as handsome and popular in England and Germany, has connections to the late Duke of Athans. Prince George, third son of the late Duke of Teck, is a veteran of the Matabear and Africa wars. No wedding date is set as the prince may return to South Africa for a year due to millinery duties.

London Alice Macy Victoria Angusto Pauline Abany Nde George Teck Alice Duke of Athans England Germany Te Bar Alexander Wales Tim South Africa

Park Board Grants Exclusive Highland Golf Club Franchise

Park commissioners Brown Coffin and Mack approved an exclusive riverfront Highland golf club lease at Riverside Park. The city will allow private use of nearly two acres, with the club to maintain links at its expense and the city to reimburse half of permanent improvements after five years if costs exceed 200. The plan shifts public ground to a private club, with players previously paying for Riverside access now replaced by club use.

Highland Club Riverside By Bay Board of Park 'Goramissionern Highland Golf Club Brown Coffin Mack Rivershic Park Golf Club Howe Park Board Golf Relub Parmanent Solpinixaboirs Gett Vlile Kate PLC Xeanon Sergon Teketis Othore Goitinks

Bartley Retains Office Until Ryan Proves Right

A court rules Bartley remains de facto inspector of weights and measures until Ryan establishes his legal claim by quo warranto. The decision declares Bartley titled to the office and pay, while Ryan is the de jure holder once proper proceedings are completed. Ryan plans to pursue quo warranto.

Bartley Ryan E.ge Carter J. Ryan Lee Holtzman Ofice Hartley Bartle Han Rysa

Rothschild Heir Claimed After Baron's Death

Monte Carlo Dec 12 Baron Arthur de Rothschild died from heart disease. Baron's child arrived Friday as principal heir to an estate valued at 319 million.

Rothschild Monte Carlo Baron Arthur de Rothschild Baronenti de Rothschild

Colombia Could Move On Panama If War Urged

Conflicting notes say Colombian troops landed at Hla Atrato and may march on Panama if government chooses to confront the United States. Reports cite Gen Reyr in Washington and the Panama pledge as key factors, with advisers urging prompt action and possible U S naval support. A rumor links Havana battery units and Bart Leavenworth to contingencies as Colombia weighs military options.

Wasitingtos Calon Hla Atrato Panama Tur Reyr Washington Columbia Teves Dor Herran Wayne MagVeagh Rauterence Wriday Columbia Tysution Ant Aetun United States Havana Santiago Bart Leavenworth Marrequin Colombia Che Columert

County Officials in Line for Small Office Changes

County treasurer Oliver P says changes will be limited to the office force when he assumes his duties. Frank Miler to be retained. Henry Smith to remain as cashier for a time. William Shelley and William Walden likely to receive positions. Carter, real estate agent, to seek county commissioner nomination again. Charles Roemler possibly a candidate for state senator. Gass Cunaway described as sure man. Charles M Reagan named as likely Republican representative candidate. probate clerk under Gen. B. Rittutt potential.

Elyer Oliver P. 1 Frank Miler Henry Smith Willtamr Shelley Pine Whew Wiliam Walden Demperor Sreusslant Carter John McGregor Zee Charles ©. Roemler Gass Conunaway Charlea M. Reagan Art Gen. B. Rittutt

Fragmented Missing Text About Street Scene In Snow

The readable portion describes a Sunday morning with rain and freezing temperatures. The scene mentions pedestrians on sidewalks, children and adults moving about, and a group of people reacting to the weather as they travel to a location described as The xotters. The text is garbled with many illegible words.

Rays Hety Wen

Fragmented OCR shopping ad with mixed names and claims

An OCR fragment lists multiple vendors and promotions such as Home Made Bread three loaves for 10c, Beck’s bakery in Massachusetts, cigars by Smoke n Tom Lenton Se, and various sellers on Monument Place Garland Steve. It also implies products like teething syrups for children and a misread war reflection.

Beck's Bakery Massachuzetts Tom Lenton Wilkie Collina C. WW Kriel Datribuler Monument-place

Postum Coffee Claim Boosts Baby Health in Ad Claim

An advertisement asserts Postum coffee cereal drink aided a Georgia college president's granddaughter by replacing solid foods for a two month old infant. Aunt recounts the baby’s strength improving after Postum was introduced, claiming Postum nourishes and rebuilds, and promotes the product as a health drink with accompanying literature.

Gerhuatlund Georgia Ydara Slater Postum Sister Postum Co Battle Creek Mich

Fushville Return Train Fare Sale by G H & D Ry

Holiday rates apply on the Pennsylvania Vandalia Lines with a 1.35 fare for a round trip to Fushville Sunday December 13. Special train departs Union station at 9:00 a.m. and returns at 8:00 p.m. Tickets sold at Union station and agents. Reduced rates for teachers and students. consult ticket agents for details and universites discounts.

Fushville Spreial Andétanapoita Union Station Rushvie Union Station Eal Central Passenger Association Aino

Stand Up for Indianapolis Firms Advertised in The Sun

Readers are urged to support Indianapolis businesses and their enterprising firms as advertised in The Sun. The notice highlights local bargains and encourages familiarity with the display and advertising offerings.

Indianapolia Indianapally

CITY LIFE Hodgepodge Of Local Notices And Events

Local items report Harvey Hatfield of Huntington post office facing grand jury plans, Tadlana academy meeting set for December 2, and Walmins Crawfordville named to an educational exhibit. Bridget Gorman damages furniture. Rev Harvey Blunt to preach. Menzies reappointed to monument board. Mentions renovation plans, police officer attire, Christmas payments, and a series of community notices including a piano recital, a roll of honor, and a hospital issue stemming from a porch fall.

Harvey D. Hatfield Huntington Mabelle Graves Central Capt Church Second Presbyterian Church Kroger Sergeanin Dana Catherine Plum James Faljey Delaware Morton City Hospital WN. West-st Flower Mission Society Redmene Hall Ie Marion Rust Company Teserver Vernon Angurance Company Gued Everett Amesting Hewasada Foster Shiiey Claypoa Bulding Prof Emmerich Charles Johnson Dev Fenes Washington Towwnsatip Jesse G. Crane Crasa Indianapolis Ueepitable United State Court Lorena OC Bartley Buescher Manufacturing Company Bilkhart William RB. White Cainty Recorder Hane Cmonvitt Das Mitte Ma Whitromb Riley Jim Auew Abt Alaw Hastings Contactor BN Cotteges Tazewell Grand Jury Hela Wat Darin County Board of Chariies Ome

Six-year-old wonders what makes cats tick

A six-year-old boy sits with a magazine and questions on life. The scene shows him thinking about why things are the way they are as he reads in a casual, childlike moment with family surroundings.

Oreside Manicty SUN Papa

Stl Telegraphs Officials See Wires Frenzy

Telegraph and telephone services suffered a near collapse around Indianapolis on Saturday as a severe disruption toppled both new and old line systems. Wires sagged and several poles were damaged, temporarily halting Western Union and Postal services.

Indianapolis Western Union Postal

Relatives Dodged Questions in Gillespie Case Trial

In Rising Sun Indiana the murder case of Elizabeth Gillespie moves with the grand jury delaying indictment until after the funeral. Myron Barbour husband of Mrs Gillespie’s sister refused to answer questions, facing contempt threats. James Gillespie, her twin brother, also prompted the jury with probing inquiries and received judge’s instructions.

Rising Sun Ind Elizabeth Gillespie Myron L. Barbour Willian Gitles- Pix Barbour James Gillespie Miss Gillespie

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