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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1908
Page
1
Mrs J C Nelson and her daughter Calvin faced a blaze when gasoline near a hot stove ignited clothing. Calvin removed her apron and smothered flames, saving her mother though both sustained minor burns. Fire damage reached ten dollars. Cox and medical staff assessed the scene.
A dying Indianapolis boy wished his body be buried in England. His mother seeks a prompt insurance payout from the Independent Order of Foresters to cover transport and burial costs, with the funds expected this week to ship the remains abroad. The family had lived in Indianapolis most of the year.
Descriptive gossip notes the quality of Christmas turkey as reported by a shipper, with scarce tickers. claims of good quality amid steady demand. Mentions in Indianapolis and wholesale markets, with prices for cubbage and Volland seed cited. Names English geese, plover, partridges, and venison among imported game.
On a narrow ledge near the quarry a trio of climbers faced peril as Quay, Holtz, and Neath clung to a precarious rock path. Rescuers later reached them, pulling all to safety amid tense moments and scrubby ledges.
Reports recount how Detective Wilson was lured into a lodge room by Captain Splan and others, then captured by a pursuing party led by Bray. The tale centers on a staged ruse and the role of Splan as captain of the dissenting group, with mixed credibility given to Bray and others.
A string of police raids targets a gambling ring in Newton with multiple arrests. Names such as Martain and Jackson appear in reports of contraband bets and refinements connected to the ongoing case. Proceedings continued Wednesday with the men’s cases adjourned.
A stove toppled in the Marion hotel at 12 Monday, sparking a panic among boarders. Firefighters arrived quickly to quell the blaze, with damage estimated at 50 dollars for carpet and furniture. Pianos valued at 105 dollars toppled, and local merchants advertised furniture, brass, and a special rocker sale to follow.
The article describes a rushed post office during the holiday period with disrupted mail flow. Carriers faced crowding and threats of layoffs as inspectors and staff tried to manage backlogs and attempted to secure the building.
The city council reports board recommendations for improving care at the city penewty and the police station. Proposals include remote monitoring and better fire safety, with emphasis on distance supervision and transport for inmates and detainees. The board calls for extended oversight and safer handling of prisoners.
A Panhandle passenger train crashed into the end of a loco at Richmond. By Monday authorities reported all passengers shaken but none seriously injured.
A 38 year old man identified as Teary Bhompren reportedly collapsed and died in a city hospital bathroom. Police and hospital staff say the cause appears to be heart related though details remain unclear. The incident prompted an on scene investigation by local reporters and health officials.
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity calls for the next 36 hours ending 3 pm December 22. Fain Monday night and Tuesday followed by cooler conditions with lows around 34 at 7 am and readings near 40 by noon and 2 pm. Includes a cold wave across Indiana and Michigan with northwest winds. Also notes a sequence involving Jim Moriarity and a property claim against the Pennsylvania Railroad by Jas Reem, and a separate damage report of $10,007 to North Texas College in Sherman.
Dr Spencer urges mass vaccination of Indianapolis schoolchildren to curb disease spread. He notes progress in reducing infections but many remain unvaccinated. A health visit by Dr Towle targeted schools to vaccinate those absent or unable to attend. He warns of rising cases among colored settlements and calls for rapid statewide action in schools.
Emil Tomer has been arrested in New York on murder charges linked to a chaotic incident that included a mob sprinting through a store, destruction, and violent crowd behavior near a public location. Authorities describe a deadly confrontation that prompted firemen and police to respond with precautions, amid a tense aftermath as investigations continue.
A garbled report describes a sealed delivery letter to an assistant prosecutor McMillon or McMullen, refuted by him, with claims of important information. The piece notes a mysterious motive and mentions a man named Joe Mise and an alleged murder, dated around May. The text is fragmentary and difficult to parse.
Report outlines Colbert facing formal charges after a suspension. The incident involving a farmer dispute and a suspected tie to local officials is noted, with Superintendent Eager cited in connection to the case. Widespread fever statistics and regional deaths are mentioned in brief, including typhoid fatalities tallying sixty nine.
Tokio reports that Russia recognizes Japan's influence over the country, signaling a near settlement. Irpan pushes for a written pledge to prevent Min chutla from becoming Tisatan territory, and peace advocates hope for a softened demand and improved relations without conflict.
A messenger boy from New York testifies about an assault or confrontation involving a heavyset man. He describes being asked to deliver a message and later chased or challenged by the man. The boy claims he was threatened and alleges the suspect kicked him out of a doorway.
Fragmentary report outlines allegations against Vad McGut an alleged supplier of disinfectants and a “Merk’s grim killer” claim. Local officials deny expertise but note the case concerns alleged pest control practices and possible improprieties at hospitals and county facilities. Witnesses discuss prior sightings and policy implications amid unclear evidence.
In Medford district court on December 2 Mire Erline Budak claims damages from Floyd Deck and others after a pond incident linked to her pupil Jip who refused a rent purchase. Jury disagreed in the subsequent case involving Mrs Cota Wecka and numbering her mother.
The Meteor fast train between Texas and Kansas City on the St. Louis San Francisco line wrecked near Godfrey Fort Scott Kansas Monday morning. Ten people killed and many injured as the entire train overturned. The accident is believed caused by a very heavy freight train preceding the Meteor weakening the track. A relief train was dispatched from Fort Scott to the wreck site.
City detectives and plainclothes officers are stationed in the downtown shopping district. They report hundreds of dollars in goods stolen during the Christmas season. Merchants say crowds deter theft, but many shoplifters include women among the culprits, with extra guards posted in nearby districts.
A petition to the works board requests extending the streetcar line along English Avenue. The proposed route would improve connections from Irvington to Andina pedis area, reviving a historic mule car corridor once serving the neighborhood.
A garbled 1921 era clipping references a large Christmas tree sale with figures suggesting thousands of trees and a few cents price. The text mixes place names and dates, indicating a regional sale and limited-time offer, but many words are unreadable.
All but two people will stay home for the holidays. The fragment mentions individuals linked to a hospital setting and names such as Harry Tishe and Sim Miller, with scattered references to Wilmore, Fayefayetis, Marites, and Toning Vial. The text is garbled but centers on holiday plans and local figures.
Fragmented court notes report burglary charges against youths, with cases continued to review records. Two girls fined and costs assessed in police court. A separate item mentions a four month term for Rogers on embezzlement and a retail ad promoting shoes and a shoe store sale at 33 Market Ave.
From Lexanton comes word of Meraay montis who was arrested in Atchison after a request by a distressed mother. Police held her on a grave charge as details emerged of a troubling scene at a station. The case draws wide attention as prosecutors prepare for a trial set to reveal more about the alleged conduct and the child’s welfare.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a person refusing to buy food and several unclear names and places. The text is fragmented with many typos and nonstandard terms making precise facts hard to extract. The readable bits suggest a personal refusal regarding food.
A jagged OCR excerpt mentions a man knowing another who knows Mary, stray dogs, a tough long lost brother, and a wrecked train in Colorado Springs. It references a police report, a labored dog tale, and a bank advertising its facilities, all in a disjointed newspaper clump with unclear dates and at least two named places and persons.
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