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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1901

Page

3

Torpid liver and sluggish bowels remedy advert

The text describes symptoms of liver torpor including flushed cheeks dark complexion headaches dizziness bad breath coated tongue and swarthy yellow skin with blotches. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin and Herb Laxative Compound as a mild acting remedy to restore liver activity and clear complexion. It lists many local druggists and pharmacies selling the product with addresses and contact details.

Caldwell Pepsin Syrup Company Monticello W. Eichrodt Union Station Henry J. Huder Washington-st Frank H. Carter Massachusetts-ave Muhl Ilinois Tenth-sts Alabama Ixteenth-Sts Illinois McLean Place Eagle Pharmacy Retener-Ave Occidental Pharmacy Ilinois and Wash Hoshour College-ave Erdelmever & Son Chas. G. Mueller Virginia-ave Chas F. Hoch Leze-ave Edw C. Reich East and Mighty R. J. Fads & Co Mass.ave Delaware-st. Ie A. A. Gable Lambert's Drug Store E. Washington-st Wm. F. Werner E.peath

Fainting at Verestchagin Scene Shocks Chicago Crowd

Mrs Frances Dingham fainted as viewers at the Art Institute reacted to Verestchagin’s painting of a wounded cavalry sergeant. The scene sparked talk of the painter’s brutal realism and the resemblance to a son killed in the Philippine war.

Chicago Tom Verestchagin Art Institute Frances Dingham Dingman

Highwayman Attacks Elderly Woman for Purse

A Black man described as a highwayman assaulted 70 year old Mrs Laura Jordan near 523 Merrill Street, choking her and stuffing a fascinator in her mouth before stealing her purse containing 11 dollars and fleeing. The victim suffered non serious injuries and aid was not called in time.

W. B. Fox Merrill St Laura Jordan

County party seats split by city halves stir predictions

A South-side Republican politician forecasts the county chairman will come from the North-side while the secretary role goes to the South-side. Orville Harris, a candidate from the South-side for secretary, is singled out by a backer eager for his victory.

Orville Harris

Greer Completes Term As County Commissioner

Tuesday marked Greer's final day in office as county commissioner. He cleared his desk and wrapped up county business while signaling no definite future plans. His successor, John McGaughey, will assume duties Wednesday.

Greer John McGaughey

Family quarrel ends in fatal shooting in Ironton

In Ironton Ohio Frank Moning was shot and killed in his home by his son in law Frank Wilson after a dispute over Mrs Wilson. Wilson had previously shot Moning's right arm off near the shouter during the quarrel.

Ironton, O Frank Moning Here Frank Wilson Wilson

Kaiser and Roosevelt on Good Terms Amid Venezuela Pact

Washington reports a mutual understanding with Germany over Venezuela allowing seizure of customs houses and port blockades if needed, with limits on permanency. Roosevelt upholds Monroe Doctrine, warns against encroachments, while denying inevitable war. notes German ships like Stein and Gazelle heading to the Caribbean as a warning to wait for Castro’s fate.

Venezuela Venezuelan United States Roosevelt Monroe Germany Navy Army Naval School At Newport England France Italy Russia William Carribbean Sea Stein Vineta Gazelle Falke Geter Castro

Corkins Loses License After Third Violation

Saloonist William Corkins of 1004 Massachusetts Avenue was fined in police court for violating the Nicholson law. On Prosecutor Collins' suggestion Judge Stubbs revoked Corkins' license after this, the fifth arrest for Corkins and his bartender.

William Corkins Massachusetts-ave Collins Stubbs Corkins

Actress Clara Morris Dropped From Milwaukee Lecture

Clara Morris the actress has been notified of the cancellation of her engagement before Milwaukee's College Endowment Association. Club women cite propriety concerns for a woman lecturer, noting the endowment society consists of Milwaukee's 400.

Morris College Endowment Association of Milwaukee The Endowment Association Milwaukee

Parret Silver Copper Co Declares 50 Cent Dividend

Bobton reports the Parret silver and copper company declared a dividend of 50 cents, halving the prior payout by 50 cents. The move lowers the distribution from the last dividend.

Bobton Parret Silver and Copper Company

Y. M. S. Branching Out to Organize New Council

The Capital council 276 Y M S will travel to Prescott Indiana Sunday afternoon to organize and install a new council in Rev J T Bauer s parish. The team of 26 men will meet at St Patrick s hall Friday night to finalize arrangements.

Capital Council Prescott Ind Council of the Order J. T. Bauer St. Patrick's Hall

Inmate Thomas Whitford Seized Over Mental Decline

Thomas Whitford of 593 Concord Street was confined Monday evening after becoming asylike due to ongoing cigarette smoking. Authorities note his condition is linked to excessive tobacco use.

Thomas Whitford Concord St

Fireman Leaps From Engine After Near Collision

Elmer Huffern a Big Four fireman living at 1229 Hoyrave in Cincinnati area leaped from his engine Monday fearing a collision. He sustained cuts and bruises but no serious injuries and was brought home.

Elmer Huffern Hoyrave Cincinnati

Platt Rumored to Marry Dr Janeway Widow in Washington

Washington rumors swirl around U S Senator Thomas Platt and Mrs Lillian T Janeway widow of Dr William R Janeway once famed New York physician. No formal announcement yet as parties are away from the capital. The report notes Platt will be 69 in July and that Mrs Janeway is his junior with a daughter nearly grown.

Washington Janeway the Times Thomas Collier Platt New York Lillian T. Janeway Wm. R. Janeway Senator Platt Maine Canada Dr. Janeway Congressional Library

Brilliant Wedding at the Erwin Home in Meridian Street

The marriage of Hannah Erwin daughter of D P Erwin and Morris Townley took place at noon Tuesday at the Erwin residence on N Meridian Street. Rev J Cumming Smith officiated beneath a canopy of American beauty roses. The bride wore white satin with lace and carried beauty roses. her sister Mrs William P Coburn was matron of honor. After a wedding feast the couple plan to start housekeeping at the Talbott Avenue home, following a trip to New Orleans and Old Mexico.

Hannah Erwin D. P. Erwin Morris Townley N. Meridian St Erwin J. Cumming Smith William P. Coburn Coburn Oscar Schmidt Emily Elliott Cincinnati Marvin Rice Maxwell Trousseau New Orleans Old Mexico

Nomination Day in Ontario Sees Davison Nominated

Municipal nomination day in Ontario results in alderman Davidson receiving the nomination in Ottawa after Mayor Morris is disqualified. Davidson declines the honor and a new nomination is needed as Morris faced a two year disqualification for drinking and treating after prohibited hours.

Ottawa Ont Ontario Davidson Morris

Teachers Elect Officers at Commercial Teachers’ Convention

The commercial teachers' convention finished its work in St. Louis with four associations electing officers. National business teachers' president U S Frye of Chicago. National shorthand teachers' president L A Arnold of Chicago. Penmanship teachers' president H G Healy of New York. Private commercial school managers' president Enos Spencer of Louisville. Next gathering set for Milwaukee in December 1902.

ST. Louis Commercial Teachers’ Convention National Business Teachers’ Association U. 8 Frye Chicago National

Seguin quits republican bid for county auditor nomination

City life notes report Seguin withdrawing from the race for county auditor. The post office will have a single Wednesday mail delivery and close after 10 pm. Morday cites state treasurer settlements with Delaware DeKalb and Allen counties. Marion County paid 215 242 65 and received 68 123 49 for schools. Griffith instructs clerk Elliott to deny a marriage license to Stephen Rhoades and Geogie Griffith due to underage eligibility.

Morday Delaware DeKalb Allen Marion County

Eugene Carter Reported Again After Illness

Chicago dated report states billiardist Eugene Carter, long ill with consumption, has been reported by his physician as again improving after several weeks of illness.

Chicago Eugene Carter

Steamer Pisa Refuels After Atlantic Crossing

The Pisa with 319 passengers arrived at Halifax after 16 days at sea from Hamburg to New York, short of coal due to wind and storms.

Halifax N. S Pisa Hamburg New York

Milford Bank Safe Blow Attempt Fails. Thieves Flee

Milford Conn December 31 an unsuccessful attempt to blow open the safe at Milford Ravanes bank occurred early Tuesday. the watchman frightened the three suspects who escaped with no loot reported and no injuries.

Milford, Conn Milford Ravanes

Trustees Named for Three-Year Terms on State Boards

Gov Durbin announced three year appointments to begin Wednesday to trustees of state hospitals and institutes. Adam Heimberger of New Albany becomes Eastern insane hospital trustee Richmond. Eli Marvin of Frankfort becomes Central insane hospital trustee Indianapolis. A C Pilkenton of Greenfield becomes Blind Institute trustee Indianapolis. Dale J Crittenberger of Anderson becomes Indiana State Normal School trustee Terre Haute. James H Tomlin of Shelbyville reappointed state normal trustee Terre Haute. George P Wood of Kokomo reappointed metropolitan police commissioner.

Eli .Marvin Frankfort John Osterman Central Insane Hospital Indianapolis A. C. Pilkenton Greenfield Nelson Bradley The Blind Institute Dale J. Crittenberger Anderson Charles W. Ward Indiana State Normal School Terre Haute James H. Tomlin Shelbyville Indiana State Normal George P. Wood Kokomo

Astrology for Tuesday December 31 Births and fortunes

Those born today are expected to achieve success and good fortune. They will accumulate property and rise to hold a strong position in the world.

Local Births and Deaths and Marriages Reported

A ledger lists births to Ralph and Nellie Smith and others with addresses on Senate and Liberty streets. Death notices include Harry Julian age 7 days and several adults, with causes such as gastric carcinoma and pneumonia. Marriages feature Columbus Clawson to Isadora Robinson and multiple other couples including Hugh Hanna Jr. and Agnes McCulloch.

Harry Julian Alabama St Jane Lowe City Hospital Harry W. Moore Laurel St Ethel Parent Bright St Herman Unvergagst Columbus Clawson Isadora M. Robinson Hugh Henry Hanna, Jr Agnes McCulloch Charles Edward Sells Minnie Lee Ewin Harry T. Clifford Ora Dell Frayser August C. Enderlin Clara Koch Charles H. Hayden Marietta G. McKeand Frank M. Smailey Helen P. Spencer Gottlieb Erber Carrie Bauchle

Unimpeachable Testimony for Hood’s Sarsaparilla

A list of repairs and costs for multiple addresses presents figures such as $75 $35 $58 and $3,700 for property work and a brick veneer office. It closes with an advertisement claiming unimpeachable testimony favoring Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for a blood disease.

Hood

Henry Karstadt Successor to Brill Dyeing Co

Henry Karstadt, successor to Brill Dyeing Co., operates at 228 Mass. Ave and 115 N. Illst, continuing textile and cleaning services under the established merchant name.

Henry Karstadt Brill Dyeing and Cleaning Co Mass.ave N. Illst

Dentist and merchants advertise in compact ad

G H Clay M D dentist moves to 150 N Illinois street. Also advertising fine California venues Bradies bottled goods and Schullers at 210 N indicates nearby shops.

G. H. Clay Illinois-st California Schuller’s Dianat

Holiday Round Trip Fare Offer For Year End

One and one third fare for the round trip with tickets on December 24 25 31 and January 1. Final return limit January. Similar notes to students on proper certificate. Final limit of tickets sen 8.

General Worth high grade cigar on sale at class drug stores

Fragmentary ad copy notes General Worth cigars listed as a high grade product available at class drug stores. Mentions distributor C. baba a Cc W. Kriel and general sale details are unclear due to damaged text.

Speckal inducements for new idea fotografs

Wilhite and Holloway offer rich elegant portraits at affordable prices. The studio at 237 N Pennsylvania St, one square north of Denison hotel, promotes superb photography with refined service for discerning customers.

Wilhite & Holloway, Gotografers Pennsylvania St Denison Hotel

Travel Tickets On H. & D. R. Trip Sale Dates

Tickets sold on December 24 31 and January 1 with final return by January 2. Similar rates offered to students upon proper certificate with final limit January 5.

Stuart's Catarrh Tablets touted as universal cure

An advertisement claims Stuart's Catarrh Tablets cure catarrh in head throat bronchial tubes and stomach. It portrays the tablet as a safe internal remedy affecting the blood, with Dr. Eaton cited praising results. Complete treatment costs 50 cents, with a free explanatory book available from F A Stuart Co Marshall Mich.

Stuart Eaton Gell F. A. Stuart Co Marshall Mich

Oldest Redeemed Ticket Tells Emigrant Romance and Tragedy

A 1852 emigrant ticket bought in New York by S. L. Lorenz from Hamburg, transferred to Dr. Ralph Waldo Mills of St. Louis in Chicago, led to a voyage to Peoria. Lorenz drowned after learning his German sweetheart wed another, and the ticket surfaced 40 years later in a friend’s desk before Mills used it.

Chicago C., R. J. & P. Railroad Ralph Waldo Mills St. Louis Peoria S. L. Lorenz America New York Lorenz Illinois Hamburg Germany Millz

Senator Sewall Buried After Servic es in Camden

Senator William J. Sewall was buried in Camden after religious services led by Bishop Scarborough. Four government artillery batteries escorted the casket to Harleigh graveyard. The body lay in state at the Sewall mansion from 11 to 12. a continuous crowd viewed the remains.

Camden N. J Wm. J. Sewall Scarborough Harleigh Sewall

Market Prices for Wheat Corn Oats and Hay Steady

The bulletin lists prices for wheat corn oats and hay with various grades and numbers. It records No 2 red wheat at 86 cents and No 3 red at 82 84 cents, plus December figures and freight terms. Corn shows multiple white and mixed grades ranging from 64 to 68 percent with several No 1 white prices around 68 cents. Oats notes stronger for No 2 white at 19 50 cents and No 3 white near 49 cents. Hay steady with No 1 timothy at 12.30 to 13.00 and No 2 timothy at 11.00 to 11.50. Inspections list several cars by grade and count with no established grade noted for some.

Timothy

East Buffalo Market Receipts and Prices New Year Eve

East Buffalo New York market reports show steady trading on December 31 with cattle hogs sheep and lambs priced across grades. Notable figures include veal calves at 5.50 to 7.80, heavy hogs 6.85 to 6.90 and fat ewes 6.0 to 7.4 per hundredweight.

New York Stocks End Year With Mixed Readings

The New York market opened irregularly on Tuesday with few gains from Monday. Reading showed unease yet firm support from November earnings, while Erie stayed solid and B and O rose on subscription news. Union Pacific and St. Paul fell, Missouri Pacific slipped after a higher start, and Amalgamated copper stayed heavy.

New York Erie Union Pacific St. Paul Missouri Pacific Amalgamated Copper Manhattan Amalgamated Reading People’s Gas Atchison

New York Market Prices End Year On Pork Lard Butter

Prices listed for pork 16 50 to 17 50 per unit, lard 10 30, butter dairy 15 25 to 16 25, imitation 14 19, cheese large 1 10 c small 1 14 c skims 3 7 c full 2 21 c. Eggs 3 3 c. Dressed poultry turkey 11 l ie chickens 7 9 ic fowls 7 9 ic, ducks 9 16c, geese 7 13c.

New York Limburger Java Rio Bourbon Santos Santos Prime Santos Ariosa Jersey Caraca Disworth’s Mall Pove Gates Columbia A Windsor Ridgeway A Phoenix Empire A Ideal Golder Wood H. P. Navy Louisiana Cal Kingen & Co Indiana California

Indianapolis Stock Yards Trading Echoes Grain and Livestock

At Union Stock Yards Indianapolis on December 31 receipts show cattle hogs and sheep with wide price ranges. Good to prime export steers and hogs bring top quotes while mixed grades fill the rest. coffee sugar and produce prices also listed with many specific figures. Interstates Yard in Indianapolis reports small hog receipts and steady commodity quotations across meats and produce.

Cattle and Hog Prices at Union Stock Yards Slip

Cattle receipts and a steady to slightly lower market report at Union Stock Yards on December 31. Prices ranged from fat cows at 3.00 to 4.75 and Texas steers from 3.75 to 4.75, hogs topping 6.75 with bulk 6.15 to 6.50, and sheep values showing a modest dip for ewes and lambs amid thin supplies.

Cattle and hog market results in Cincinnati

Cincinnati market reports cattle receipts at 300 with active trade. Shippers pay 4.9 to 3.75 for choice steers and 3.15 to 4.75 for common. Hog receipts reach 4,000 with prices from 5 100 lower. heavy shippers 6.55 to 6.00, choice packers 6.30 to 6.40, mixed 6.10 to 6.25. Sheep receipts 3,800 with extras 0.50 to 3.60 and lambs 4.75 to 3.25.

Cincinnati

Kansas City Stock Market Summary cattle hogs and sheep

Cattle receipts 5000 with steady market. Native steers 4.75 to 6.75, Texas steers 3.00 to 4.80, Texas cows 2.25 to 3.75, native cows 2.50 to 5.50, stockers 3.00 to 4.50, bulls 2.50 to 4.25, calves 3.25 to 5.50. Hogs receipts 18000 with market 5 to 10 cents lower. Bulk 6.10 to 6.70, heavy 6.65 to 6.75, packers 6.50 to 6.70, medium 6.35 to 6.70, light 5.60 to 6.60, pigs 4.0 to 6.50. Sheep receipts 2000. market strong. Muttons 3.00 to 4.50, lambs 4.75 to 5.75, western wethers 3.75 to 1.50, owes 0.00 to 3.85.

East Buffalo N._Y Indianapolis Union Stockyards Union Stock Yards Texas Kansas City

Chicago Wheat and Commodities Prices Near Year’s End

Chicago markets close with mixed moves across grains and livestock. Wheat mostly steady to lower with May at 2 3/4 to 1 1/2 cents down, corn steady to firmer, oats mixed, and May pork at 17.40 with lard at 10.15. Egg and dairy prices vary, butter Creamery at 24 4 cents, cheese selections and packing stock quoted, live poultry and geese listed with modest gains. Prices reflect end of year trading.

Chicago Young Americas

Small Liner Advertisements On Page Seven

Short page seven notices include several tiny advertisements and classified items. Readable names and basic product lines appear amidst the compact listings.

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