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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1905
Page
2
William McWilliams an Iowa farmer faced inquest after the slaughter of his wife and five children. Found at a neighboring farm he denied knowing the crime, amid accusations of jealousy as motive. A milkman located the bodies in the kitchen. a hammer and butcher knife were used.
A blaze at Samuel Tratter's barn at 212 N East Street early today consumed the barn and his buggy in flames. Firefighters could not save the wagon or barn, with total loss estimated near twenty dollars. A prior stove cleaning last Monday night may have left embers in ashes near the barn.
Bedford Indiana December report states Bedford New York Quarries has bought 1 1/2 acres of stone land in Markle township from Albert Schmire for 450 dollars and plans extensive quarry operations there.
The Indiana Union Traction company absorbed the Indiana Northern Traction, giving 64 miles of line and extending through Marion to Indianapolis. The merger unites a key link between Fort Wayne, Wabash Valley, and northeastern routes, enabling through service to the state capital.
Daniel Repolgle, 63, a prominent Goshen farmer, collapsed and died of apoplexy while driving to town. The wagon continued along the highway with the deceased man still grasping the reins until found.
At a meeting in Chicago 400 members of the Sunday Closing league voted almost unanimously to seek a mandamus compelling Mayor Dunne to close the city on Sundays.
A circulated petition hopes to keep B T Jeup as city engineer for the upcoming administration. Charles Buckwalter is expected to decide the appointment, with Jeup’s retention debated amid talks of his independence and past campaign resistance. Blaine Miller is mentioned as a potential successor but criticized for youth and inexperience.
Der 1 Judson Marmon receiver of the C H and J and the Pere Marquette railroads will leave tomorrow for New York to confer with Erie officials who are now on the official roster of the C W H and D While Bust Mr Harman will no doubt have a conference with J P Morgan Upon his return home the receiver may have an announcement to make concerning appointments on the C B H and D B
The Nehhauss steamer Azalea rescued Capt Jorgensen and 12 crewmen from lightship No. 5 off Nantucket after two days at sea. The tender Gibbs and his crew battled a hurricane to reach and lift the exhausted survivors aboard moments before the lightship sank. Survivors paid tribute to Gibbs for gallantry and assistance.
Reports say the gunboat Wasp, sent out Saturday night to aid the brig Harry, has not been heard from since early morning. Authorities at the torpedo training station express concern for the vessel and crew as search efforts commence near Vineyard Sound and Newfort.
The yacht Columbia, bought by the government at the outbreak of the Spanish war, carries a crew under Chief Boatswain Hugh Sweeney and was provisioned for three days. A northeast gale rose after the Warrior's departure, then news said the Smith Was anchored near Vinegant sound while the Wasp vanished, raising fears of a possible mishap at sea.
A wagon at Bethel crossing carried 70 pounds of dynamite when it toppled from the wagon. A passing engine struck the wagon, missing a larger pile of dynamite nearby. The driver moved away, a can of explosive spilled, and an explosion followed. Dupont Powder Company had a storage house nearby.
Directors of the Indianapolis Telephone company held a meeting in Claypool Water Monday to discuss methods of reorganizing and operating. Lenisis J. S. Bradley Jr. of Toledo and J. B. Sugden, local manager, were present. Plans reportedly included pursuing a city franchise to raise rates and possibly extending long distance services. The Toledo and Ohio Interests of the syndicate were to be considered in a Thursday meeting in the former city.
President Ma per of the University of Chicago is said to be compelled to keep confined to his bed with a cold that caused a slight relapse. He ventured out briefly for Thanksgiving and walked in parks, but remains weaker and confined to bed.
An advertisement by C. E. Gause of Marshall Michigan touts Gauss Catarrh Cure as a permanent remedy for catarrh and associated symptoms. It claims to banish bad breath, ulcers, and weakened health, offering a free trial package by mail and urging readers to send name and address.
In Noblesville Indiana the tenth week of Elmer Breyen ach receiver for Indiana Banking company vests in John C New and John C Wright began with arguments continuing for ten days. This marks the fifth trial of the case amid lingering claims.
The Los Angeles Limited electric service debuts from Pullman shops offering travel comfort innovations. Departs Chicago 10 p.m. daily, arrives Los Angeles 4:16 p.m. third day via Chicago Union Pacific Northwestern and Salt Lake routes. For rates and reservations contact N. M. Mrees, Genl. Agt., 4% Walnut Ave., Cincinnati.
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