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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1906
Page
2
Chief Metzger faces criticism after Humane Officer Al and a veterinarian witness dogs dying in a basement gas tank at the police station. Experts say the gas fumes suffocated the canines during a Sunday demonstration, despite changes to air valves and continued use of the tank.
C K Heinsohn former Muncie cotton buyer and speculator cut his throat with a razor yesterday morning in bed. The self inflicted wound left him nearly severed from his body and a servant discovering the scene. Heinsohn, who had moved from Muncie years ago, had made large sums during a recent market jump but had become worried about his fortunes. He was connected with the Tadia Fruit company and its peach orchards. His remains will be taken to Muncie.
Lydia T. Jenkins aged widow of Capt J T Jentina died after a long illness in her daughter Miss Ida Jenkins home at Marco fais. She suffered from tuberculosis and is survived by a married daughter living in Buaitic New York.
A fire in Peoria and Dover streets building occupied by the Polley Gazette destroyed records and pictures of Steel value and caused 100000 dollars in damages. Five firemen were seriously burned. The incident was reported by Scripps McRae Press Association in New York.
Mayors appeal to government for relief as fuel famine spreads through the Northwest and parts of Oklahoma. Farmers burn fences and outbuildings amid coal shortages. railroads blamed for delays while towns urge federal action to move coal and avert freezing weather.
In Boise and southern Idaho a six week coal shortage creates a fuel famine blamed on Oregon Short Line management. Nevada relief arrives as carloads of Australian coal help ease but suffering remains acute in many areas.
In Dublin Indiana a mixed slate of candidates runs for postmaster after Flora Brown resigns to lead Homecroft. Five women and five men vie for the job with a Tuesday vote, backed by Congressman Watson. The women nominees are Anna Hintt Grace Gler Francea Cruli Mina Ja Westlake and Emma Lanning. The men are Samuel Huddleston Fred Clifford Charlea Hotvren Ezra Nelson and Frank Lanich.
Jamestown Ind Dec 17. Bdenr Corbin returning from a visit to Indianspolia was killed by a train here yesterday. His body was found near the depot.
In Culpeper Virginia W F Bywaters, wealthy suitor to Miss Strothers, was shot and killed moments after a forced wedding by the bride’s brothers Philp and James Strother who opened fire as he attempted to escape from the Strothers residence. Both brothers were held on bail.
A lengthy signed statement by Mayor Bookwalter and the Board of Public Works argues the city's option to purchase the Consumers Gas Trust plant is valuable and not to be sold cheaply. It contends Citizens’ Gas lacks financial responsibility and warns that the city may grant a franchise to a better offer when Holtzman’s transfer is revisited. It cites past public utilities sales and a U.S. court decree limiting transfers and notes expiring franchises and the need for a strong bid from any successor.
At Beech Grove crossing seven miles southeast of the city a wagon carrying W. L. Blue Campbell Moore and Carl Rush was struck by a Big Four train. Blue and Moore died at the scene or city hospital while Rush escaped serious injury. Moore and Blue were local workers with Moore-Mansfeld Construction. Rush lived in Rushville and was unhurt.
A Pennsy freight train struck two Ohio Northern University students yesterday evening as they rode a bogey. Miss Mabel Myers was killed and her companion J. W. Harper was seriously hurt when their ride was dragged along the track for about Li feet.
A new baseball league called the T AG is forming with teams tied to Chattanooga Knoxville Huntsville Anniston and Rome Ga. The University of Pennsylvania plans a jubilee while retaining ten football players for 17, signaling potential strong interest from the Quakers.
Both houses will adjourn Thursday for holidays and a major drive to consolidate the nation’s top 30 insurers ends December 1 with officers elected. In New York a meeting of presidents from more than 30 large insurers will form a national organization. Yale Harvard Columbia and Princeton teams head to New York for the Intercollegiate chess event December 29 to December 31. Willam R Hesrat seeks leave to sue Mayor McClellan in warranty cases before the Appellate Division on December 1.
Workmen began tearing down the Old Long Bridge built during Thomas Jefferson's era and spanning the Potomac. The structure, once a major link and historic symbol, fell out of use after newer crossings and a spring flood.
The U S Geological Survey releases its annual mineral chart listing United States mineral production for 1885 through 1903. Dr David T Day chief of survey division notes total domestic mineral values rising from 1 625 877 172 in 188 to 1 1 62 871 127 over two years with nonmetallic and metallic contributions detailed.
Indiana does not recognize the Italian consulate in Indianapolis. Giora Pascarelli will run a Chicago branch reporting to Rome. He aids Italian residents, handles complaints, and ensures settlements, acting as general advocate and counselor for Italians in the state.
A fire at the American House in Burlington on December 17 killed Mrs. Frank Coonrad and caused about 140 worth of damage. The blaze, started by hot ashes in the rear, also damaged two nearby blocks while 27 others escaped by ladder or jumping to the street as flames spread rapidly through upper floors.
In San Antonio on December 17 Senator Bailey says he has been threatened by enemies after harsh attacks by leaders in Texas. He asserts he never goes out unarmed and warns that a face to face meeting with his opponents could lead to a duel.
Paris reports say Cardinal Richard, archbishop of Paris, left the archbishopric after government orders to vacate. A 3000 strong Catholic crowd chanted prayers and called for liberty as troops were deployed but no clash occurred and the cardinal was taken to the home of M. Denys Corbin.
A fragmented railway timetable lists departures and arrivals for Cincinnati, Indianapolis, Dayton, Toledo, Detroit, Springfield, and Chicago routes. It includes train numbers, times, and connections with numerous abbreviations and station notes.
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