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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1906
Page
2
A December report details a horse running through a doorway at Fieyepith avenue during a training session. A person named James attempted to rise to time. A wagon being erased caused bread to gush and glass to scatter. One horse lagged through the window.
In Haleleton on December 18 a young woman’s body, wrapped and burned, was recovered from a barrel on a mountain. The barrel had been shipped from Mahanoy City, with clues including a hint of a company name on the stave. Suspects include B Markle, jailed for murder after his wife disappeared weeks earlier. Authorities seek to identify the victim, possibly Ida May Miter, amid battered remains and missing persons links.
Police arrest Sonlut Anslovak of Bwamptown near Hazelton Pa as investigators seek to unmask the perpetrator of a barrel murder mystery. A Slavonian identified as Anslovak is believed to be connected to the crew that will bring the killer to justice.
A confused report from New York details a patient named Terpion Mefar near death at a city hospital. The article hints at a dangerous situation and mentions a mysterious medicine but provides few clear facts or dates.
A mangled banquet record notes Dentists present with a list of names and titles. Dr. David A. Ayia is identified as resident. Leo Ky Rhdnbiser serves as secretary. De We Mawle as treasurer. Dr J G Byram presents a talk on “Crown and Root Work” amid the meeting.
The educational commission named by Governor Hanly has completed its report on teacher salaries. The paper will be submitted to the governor and publicly presented at the Indiana State Teachers' Senate meeting in the city on December 3. The commission reportedly favors higher salaries for teachers.
New York faces a boom in underground transit and highrise projects with major tunnels like the Pennsylvania Railroad and Cortlandt Street planned at tens of millions each. Billion-dollar improvements sweep the city, including the Grand Central rebuilding and new Trust Company of America tower. Rich men also fund private lakes and landmark preservation efforts while a former barkeeper aims to drink 1,333,333 beverages funded by a large inheritance.
Unanimous vote reappoints Frederick W. Eppert as president of the city council for another year. Albert E. Cottey named vice president and William J. Neukom re elected as chairman. New law requires yearly council election. most Republican members attended the caucus except Rhodes, Banga, and Royse.
Dee 18 Charles O Neill 12 son of Mr and Mrs MG O Neill Centreville died four weeks after a fall while sitting on the feet. He was badly hurt then did not inform his parents and only after his death did they learn of the fall and the extent of his injuries.
A Kentucky report describes Frances MacClain wearing trousers and high heeled slippers, arrested in Paducah with two men Gambino and Hommel after traveling from Louisville. All three faced charges of disorderly conduct and were fined and bound over for trial. The woman claimed origins in St Louis and ties to New Orleans, while the men claimed work in Tout BOUL.
City council Monday faced unusual absence of Councilman Wendell C. Bangs raising questions about his whereabouts amid land jury proceedings. An annexation ordinance for Browd Ripple was recalled by mail, details unclear. New measures include punishment for public disorderly conduct and pay raises for city carpenters. The council also approved a $7,292 interest appropriation on city hall and hospital bonds after debate over bond disbursement timing.
Two Edinburgh teachers Misa Isabella Martin and Mies Jessie Menelaws join a delegation from England Ireland and Scotland visiting Amertown public schools to study their methods. Thomas J. They an english teacher departed Monday for Baltimore.
Race results across San Francisco and New Orleans listed with horse names, odds, weight, and times. Key finishers include Parduca Cherehe, Miller, Concent Rett, Michel Hotlander, Anvil, Wright, and Gateway Budora, with multiple furlong figures and times noted. Also includes a cancer cure advertisement warning imitators and offering a cure by Original Cure via Dr. D. M. Bys.
Society events detail Miss Edith Felscamp hosting a Thursday gathering with guest of honor Miss Shearer of Denver. Attendance includes distant guests for the wedding of Mira Ove Cooper and Omer L. Por. Also covered are Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Sweet celebrating Clarence’s nineteenth birthday with dancing and red green decor, plus luncheons for visiting guests and a Sesame club Christmas dinner. The Woman's Research club hosts an auction and supper, with Holly decor and hostesses listed. Local residents and university events, including Indiana alumni dinner, are noted with dates and hosts.
Wireless reports from Hawaii say the Kitauea volcano is erupting, with three lava cones rising about 150 feet. Night glare can be seen for miles as tourists flock to the crater after three years of inactivity. For sale notice notes three days for 16 cents.
Railroad time card page lists departures from Cincinnati division to Indianapolis Toledo Detroit Dayton and Springfield with times for 4:00 am to 11:00 pm, noting connections and arrival times. Also mentions Chicago board and various city and regional stops along the line and accommodations.
The 25th anniversary of Capital City Judge No. 97 Knights of Pyttlas was celebrated Monday night in the new Castle Hall. A pleasing program was given. Committees were named for imitation music entertainment refreshments and invitations with members including John W. Hyatt J. T. Barrick W. S. Gordon W. J. Molscher O. P. Anderson George M. Cottom and others. New York dispatch notes Tommy Murphy of Harlem and Young Corbett set to meet at National Athletic Club in Philadelphia on Wednesday January.
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