Postmaster General Heath accused in postal corruption probe
Washington reports allege Perry Heath former first assistant postmaster general accepted stock worth 20000 in a Deromus canesung machine firm and moved it to cash before the machines were installed. The report names George Reavers A W Machen and others with crooked schemes. Tyner and other officials face scrutiny as investigators call for broader probes of the postal service. New York notes the East River Bridge opening amid grand celebration and details on its cost and design.
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Deromus Canesung Machine Company
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George Reavers
A. W. Machen
Postories
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Tyner
Charles J. Hanaparte
Hulmes Conrad
Mare
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Portmassey
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Phiadelphia
Robert J. Tracewell
Indiana
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Ashington
Oth Weis
Benjamin Parkhurst
Deavers
Conrad-Honaparte
New York
Brooklyn Bridge
East River
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Heath Heads to Indianapolis Chicago Trip
A garbled report notes Heath traveling toward Indianapolis and Chicago amid a fraud investigation. It quotes Dee Perry Meath and others as mute on charges while Conrad and Bonciearie claim a rehash of old matters related to Heath.
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Chicago
Dee
Perry
Meath
Redinst
Conrad
Bonciearie
Christmas Money Orders and Gift Giving Across Indianapolis
A fragmented report describes holiday money orders, gifts, and charitable sending patterns in Indianapolis. It notes Europeans and locals sending funds, with average orders around three dollars, much routed to Germany and other places, while servant savings and familial gifts dominate. Substitutes work to meet heightened holiday demand.
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Theianapolis
Eld
Frienis
Te Neuen
Pentofiy
Earone
Weavitty
Indianapotts Weiath
Vhtigimis
Purtmutter
Wright County Appoints New Aides to Auditor Elect
WRIGHT County auditor-elect Cyrms J. Claris announced the appointment of Graf Wile S Wright to anecend William J. Keay in his office and Charles G. stupp, colored, to succeed Charles Egger. The new appointees will go into office with Clark on Jan. 1.
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Cyrms J. Claris
Graf Wile S Wright
William J. Keay
Charles G. Stupp
Charles Egger
Clark
Larry McKeon Involved In Mysterious Fight Case
Larry McKeon appeared before Judge Whelton amid months of rumors linking him to Charles Duvall and a poisoning incident at Lux brothers’ cabaret. McKeon claimed to be innocent and offered an alibi as authorities sought his role as Duvall’s alleged companion during the fight. Meanwhile Boston burglars cracked Metropolitan Coal Company offices, binding a watchman after stealing 20 dollars in a separate incident.
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McKenn
Whelton
Larry
Streit
McKeon
Minteon
Caid
Charlea Duvall
Lux Brothers
Caboon
Sin
Makeon
Boston
Dre
Metropolitan Coal Company
Uncle Sam's Diplomat in Colombian Affair
Francis L B Loomis serves as assistant secretary of state in the United States government handling a Colombian matter as part of a diplomatic effort.
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Uncle Sam
Francis LB. Loomis
Shite
United States
Russian proposals spark grave outlook at elder meeting
The elder stavremen group convened on Wednesday to discuss Russia's proposals. They failed to reach a conclusion after a long discussion and noted sharp differences of opinion. They expect future meetings, viewing the proposals as potentially unavailing and the situation as grave. Forecasts for Indianapolis and vicinity show temperatures around 14 at 7 am, rising to 24 at noon and 25 by 2 pm with generally fair skies and warmer conditions ahead.
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Terio
Stavremen
Russia
Indianapolis
Vielm Tortor
Indiana
Morgan Buys $10 Million Bonds for Railway Expansion
New York reports J P Morgan & Co purchase of $104 million in bonds by the Atahtion railway to fund next year purchases of locomotives and cars, construction of extensions, and addition of double tracks. Morgan ownership secures funds for ongoing railway growth and improvements.
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Alshison
Xaw
York, Kee
Atehtaon Railway
J. P. Morgan & Co
Peneryl Mort
Kame
Roosevelt seals gift pen in Cuba propriety gesture
The president signs a ceremonial bill and presents a gold pen and holder to Minister Quesada for display in Havana. The event signals Cuban readiness to carry out the law, with an official declaration expected to follow the ceremony.
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Washingto
Roosevelt
Rrye
Spenxer Armon
Cohen Minster
Quesedis
Avana
Quesada
Fighting Crawfish With Carbolic Acid Protects Levees
Fragmentary report from Argentina Kas on December 1 describes the use of carbolic acid to fight crawfish and protect levees along the Mtex Iseibpi river. The text mentions hunters, levee boards, and attempts to prevent crawfish from penetrating the water line.
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Argentina
Kas
Erawtiah
Walter
Flues Too Small and Houses Too Cold
A prominent contractor told THE SUN on Wednesday that many homes suffer cold winters because flues are undersized. He blamed modern builders who rely on limited fuel supplies and argued larger flues improve ventilation and warmth, urging preparation for winter heat.
Street Car Jones Explains Public Transit Proposal
A local discussion on extending the Catlege avenue line from Twenty eighth street to Twenty third street draws objections. Jones argues against earlier schemes and cites public convenience while residents protest past railway raft projects. The matter is referred to the city as ginger for further study.
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Enera
Janes
Jones
Thos Campaigi Ja
Saloonkeeper Must Settle in Damages
Myrtle Miner of Waraw sued John Nelson, saloon proprietor, for selling intoxicating liquor while drunk, causing her husband to spend the night out and fall ill. A judgment of 380 was awarded, upheld by the Supreme Court on appeal.
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Supreme Ewart
Myrtle Miner
Waraw
Browght
John Nelson
Nelson
Supreme Court
Elliott Injuries Not As Bad As Reported
Floyd A. Woods says Elliott’s injuries are less severe than many papers claimed. He notes Elliott’s ankle is intact and a leg bone fracture is limited to a bone between knee and ankle. Woods expects Elliott home in Indianapolis by Tuesday after visiting a Springfield area hospital.
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Elliott
Floyd A. Woods
Hivagy
City Clerk Recovers Lost Fines Boosting Treasury
A 10 year audit reveals city fines unpaid by merchants and residents totaling hundreds of dollars. Clerk Fogarty reports gains from overdue court fines while vowing to purge old debts and tighten bookkeeping. The mayor's office pledges accountability and a watchdog role for the treasury.
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Clerk Flictt
Ues Bachty
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Warraro
Cits
Fea
Semanda
Jenabl
Ape Durad
Pana
Jan
Galt
Fogarty
Teveuy
Spanking Interurbans Anger Keach and Merchants
Keach denounces interurbans and accuses city merchants of opposing faster rail service. He argues express freight use over freight trains, claiming tolls and delays hinder progress. The letter cites Shelbyville and Marlingville as examples of widespread merchant opposition to the Interurban plan.
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J. Wrach
X City Dhrmans
Board of Works
Tlllor
Merry Mazex
Shelby Vill
Marlingville
Ana
Mit
Akon
Keach
Kench
Interurbana
Bids for County Supplies in Local Institutions
The county called for bids Thursday to furnish supplies and repairs for institutions. Firms bidding included Carman Moa repair and experimental work, F. Tthes pay sleetery, Dwekwall Flarmen rubber and supply, Perry & Co Krinkmeyer Kuhn Co grocers, Eppertshore, Haag and Ward Bros drugs, Tottis dry goods, H P Wasson Co arypomla, Worm meats, and Western Hospital Supply Company tied for irregularity. Bids will be tabulated and awards announced once the tabulation is complete.
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Cous Gane Speed
Carman Moa
F. Tt.hes Pay Sleetery Company
Dwekwall- Flarmen Rubber and Aupply Company
Tottis Dry Goods Company
H. P. Wasson & Co
Albert M. Worm
Fragmented Portrait From a 19th Century Local Tragedy
An OCR fragment describes a deadly fire and ensuing investigations. Names such as Beanie Mra Nejhoiy and references to Kentucky Michigan places appear amid garbled phrases. It hints at a community mourning multiple victims and noting local responders and witnesses but lacks coherent chronology.
Unclear fragment hints at wedding plan delays and local events
The readable text fragments reference wedding plans and local figures, mentioning names and places in a jumbled form. Specific event details are not coherent, but the piece alludes to early stages of an event and possible attendance or arrangements.
Fall injures man amid grand jury case and fraud alert
Fragmented OCR shows a man sent to grand jury after a fall injuring his collarbone and chest while work on legal matters is noted. Other items include a fraud order against Maxim and a Chicago listing of public notices and local commerce promotions.
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Grand Jury
Dailey Hedges
Altos Wiis
Michaer
Grand Aire Hy
Maby
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