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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1908
Page
2
A wartime style guide advises sending gifts early by December eighteenth, using sturdy wooden boxes or strong wrapping, listing full addresses, prepaid charges, and clear labels. It urges inscribing From and Perishable where needed, and keeping receipts to ensure prompt, intact delivery on Christmas morning.
Senator Albert J. Beveridge of Indiana met with President elect Taft in New York on December 16 as part of Taft’s day of notable visits.
Chicago report of a saloon keeper William Reeder shooting his wife in the right side late last night and fatally shooting himself. Reeder died, leaving questions about motive and household tensions. The tragedy occurred in a saloon setting with local authorities investigating.
Judge Jones in Union City Tennessee ordered 300 citizens summoned to court to form a venire. Twelve jurors will be chosen from this pool to try the alleged night riders for the murder of Captain Quentin Rankin.
Medical writers report a shift toward alkaline elixirs and neutralizing mixtures to treat chronic indigestion. A Home formula uses sodium phosphate, peppermint essence, and baking soda to balance stomach acid, halt fermentation, and ease intestinal gas, with relief in minutes and potential cure in two to three weeks.
Charles Deering, binder and harvester maker of Chicago, arrived in Pasadena, California, and reported renewed prosperity. He noted orders for farming implements are increasing daily and factories must run at full force to meet demand.
Chicago December 16. Dr John T Message's bulldog was levied on yesterday by Bailiff F B Leidrant of the municipal court despite the physician's claim that the dog is a member of the family. Max I Schluter recently obtained a judgment against Dr Message for 55 dollars.
Edward G. Hoffman of Fort Wayne, aged 30, is among the youngest candidates for the state Senate. He enters the senatorial caucus with strong district backing, promising a tough fight against opponents who fear the phrase united Twelfth district support. Hoffman's backers foresee an opening vote of 17 in the caucus.
In Judge McSurely's court, John M. McFarland outlined how Evanston society leader Mrs. Patten was drawn into an elaborate swindle. The scheme involved forged orders, sold book deals, altered contracts, and notes totaling about 20 thousand dollars, with key players including Warfield, Cooper-Warfield, and Keller & Farmer, culminating when Mr Patten interrupted the ruse.
Listing of premium gloves including Women's heavy Bik Double Gloves Kaysermeke 8-button Kid Gloves in tan and black Misses' Lambskin Kid Gloves in tan red brown and other varieties Lined or unlined Kid Gloves Paris point back English Cape Gloves silk lined Mocha Kid Gloves with large clasp Main Floor display highlights quality gloves from French and English makers.
The Hartwig Kalley Assembly for Aged People presents a Christmas supper and entertainment on Wednesday night featuring piano solo by Lillian Hampton recitations by Mrs. Catherine Snyder vocal solo by Prof. Harry Marquette violin solo by Snyder and guitar solo by Mr. Petterson with additional recitations by Mrs. Catherine Snyder.
An old advertisement extols Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as common sense relief for indigestion. It claims the stomach needs nerve force fluids nourishment and blood- derived strength, and promises a free trial package by mail from F. A. Stuart Co. Marshall Michigan.
Local Life notes from the Fortnightly Literary Club Christmas party at the Propylaeum with cast list for the play Cranford and the song Jock o Hazeldean. Social events include a sewing party at 8 State avenue, a dance invitation for December 29, and greetings at 192 N Meridian Street.
Chicago Dec 16 backed by furniture manufacturers and the United States Furniture Company announced plans to start retail stores in several cities. The new concern aims to establish Rethil stores as a regional chain with factory support and wide product lines.
Ellen Hamilton won a $4,000 damages verdict against the Indianapolis Traction and Terminal Co. after her child was run over at Massachusetts avenue and Alabama street, suffering the loss of a foot. The suit sought $50,000.
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