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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1904

Page

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Robbery at Browa Home Seizes Diamonds and Jewelry

The residence of D. Browa, a World War II veteran, was entered between 5 and 6 pm as the family was away. Robbers took diamonds, jewelry, and valuable items worth several hundred dollars. Browa told police what he could but was shaken and struggled to speak. He described the break in and the forced entry through the front door.

D. Browa Minight Rcharest Brown Agate Che

Marion County Democrats Prepare for Precinct Committeemen Races

The Marion County Democrats plan primaries for precinct committeemen with County Chairman Spencer announcing the event slated for Thursday. James L. Keach and Jona Ruckelshims are named as candidates for prosecutor, while additional remarks from candidates and local party figures are noted amid limited readable lines.

Marion County Thaemtay Han Spencer Sataday Impemiaty Charles Clark Jona Ruckelshrms Chi James L. Keach Plains

Inspector Proposes Steam Boiler Inspection Department

Coxnelman Morating has a plan to create a department for boiler steam pipe and elevator inspection to be introduced at Monday night council session. It provides for establishment of a separate department with a chief inspector and a clerical staff. Supported by business leaders who say it would lower insurance rates.

Coxnelman Morating Wie Council Acl

Swatted and Robbed While From Cleveland On Job Hunt

Richard Bougtman arrived from Cleveland seeking work at a Heal tailor shop. A blonde man lured him into an alley where a tall hostile stranger assaulted him and robbed him of $1.50. The victim sought police protection, agreed to stay overnight, and left after Sunday morning promises of finding work.

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Premature Bosson obituary publication causes confusion

A Garbled notice recounts an obituary error for Bosson published prematurely. Willam Rosen, former law partner of Trinny Ruckelshaus, faced a misprint in the Greencastle paper. The incident sparked embarrassment and a claim about the obituary’s tone and accuracy.

Willam Rosen Trinny Ruckelshaus Arneas

Man Almost Nude on Street Across City Streetcar

A nearly naked man, Ritam Clark, moblie-aged, ran from a house and rode a street car, then stood on the platform frightening the conductor. Police arrived after a drug store call, and he was taken to the station. Dr. Wright says he has been in distress and may be committed after evaluation.

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Judge Reforms Drunk in Four Months Jail Term

Judge Whallon sentenced Lee Alford after a Sunday morning drunkenness arrest to 00 days in jail and a fine of 51 and cents. The judge noted prior attempts at reform and counted multiple prior sentences including workhouse terms and pledge failures. Alford, once identified as Lar Elder, was connected to a prowling incident at the Dewey saloon on FB Washington Ave.

Whallon Lee Alford Alford Turnkey Blackesay Dewey Naloon Washington Alford Gove Lar Elder Whalton

Talks on street lighting raise calls for relief

City agencies and utility firms discuss unequal lighting costs and seek early action to equalize burdens. Attorneys forecast a likely move toward straightforward street lighting contracts, with officials and board members split on the best path forward.

Sireet

Miners Accept Cut Huntington

A fragmented news item notes miners accepting a wage cut amid industrial pressures in Huntington with references to wage readouts and regional labor tensions. Names and clear details are obscured by OCR errors, but the piece signals a local labor dispute affecting workers and employers.

Sudden Death at Workplace Claimed Local Man

A man identified as Chaves Crondal collapsed at his long time workplace in Bururdud, dying suddenly. Authorities note health issues may have contributed and the incident occurred during a regular shift at the pamdle shop, where he had worked for many years.

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Unclear Motorist Complaint Incoherent Notes

A garbled report describes a car failing to stop and a complainant referencing a company and board. The exact names, places, and actions are unreadable, leaving only fragmented hints of a driving incident and an alleged exploitation tied to a board.

Broken ankle sidelines athlete from Delaware Washington meet

A student athlete suffered a broken ankle during a practice session at Delaware and Washington venues on Monday. Drake University officials reported the incident as the main event of the day, with medical staff providing immediate care and the extent of impact being evaluated.

Jantor Appointed Janitor at The Boars of Works

Jonn Murray has been appointed janitor at the cite hail a terc of 45 per month.

The Boars of Works Jonn Murray Cite

Weather forecast for Indiana and adjacent states

Forecast for the 36 hours ending 8 p m February 2 calls for partly cloudy conditions tonight and Tuesday with a rising temperature. At 7 am the temperature is 2 degrees below, noon is 5 degrees, and by 2 pm it will rise. Southerly winds prevail across Indiana and nearby western regions.

Indiana Wintes

Fatal desert trips reveal grisly Nevada survey deaths

Amid desert thirst and hostility, thirty railway survey party members perished in the Nevada Wasik area between Las Vegas and California. Victims were found partly devoured by animals, some bodies mutilated, as water proved brackish and undrinkable.

Nevada PEGAS Wasik Las Vegas Calitornia Rae Devert Desert

In the Bud A Woman Ship Subidy Graft Should Be Nippe?

A dramatic headline reports graft allegations tied to a subsidy scheme and involves a Bedford murder case. The piece stresses suspected corruption in maritime or ship subsidy programs and links to a violent crime case, highlighting public interest and political sting.

Administration turmoil stirs local party struggle in Bon Mie

Fragmentary dispatch describes a factional clash within the Bon Mie administration as candidates and party members spar over chairman selection and primary timing. Mentioned are Democratic figures, unnamed allies, and a plan to mobilize support to control the party machinery. References to primary dates, unorganized plans, and local figures appear amid garbled lines.

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Subsidy Debate Shadows Minorities and Speaker Cannon

Washington dispatch reports Rep Ducking of Michigan urging a joint House Senate commission to probe ship subsidy policy. The article notes aims to educate the public and influence elections while opposing the subsidy as flawed and demoralizing, with Cannon accused of history in policy maneuvers. It mentions arrests tied to election info and broader calls to blunt pocketbook graft.

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Wilson's Drug Store Ad Promotes Bear Remedy Cough Cure

Fragment asks about Wilson's Drug Store promoting a Bear remedy for coughs and colds. Mentions Janer and Wilson's K K as rough cures, Ske, and FNS Pneumon Sorbet. Likely an old retail notice with health product claims.

Wilson's Wison FNS Pneumon

Bedford police hold belief on Bitsy Schafer murder

Captain Tim Splan of Bedford detectives says the killer is likely in Bedford and that a woman is involved. He dismisses Indianapolis links, notes few male friends for Bitsy Schafer, and argues the mystery centers on a woman.

Bedford Indianapolly Bitsy Sarah Schafer Indianapolis Tim Splan Force Peet Uwetu Mins Schafer Mins Schiffer Wermin

Didnt Keep Track of Small Change Incident Report

Samuel Hereford of Plainfield reported a pickup of loose change on Friday night at 8 Senate Avenue. He told officers he carried between $20 and 6 and could not account for the amount. Annie Arrington and May Sterna were discharged for lack of evidence as the Panama treaty vote looms February 3.

Boise Senate Ave Deere Samuel Hereford Preatonburg Kentucky Plainfield Hereford Annie Arrington May Sterna

Unconstitutional Apportionment Act Declared Invalid

Lebanon Indiana February 1 Judge Samuel R Artman Boone circuit court ruled the latest legislative apportionment act unconstitutional The decision comes from a Republican judge who formerly served as speaker of the Indiana House of Representatives The ruling centers on the constitutionality of the act passed by the Republican legislature.

Artman Boone Lebanon Ind Samual R. Artman Boone Circuit Court Republean Indiana House of Representatives Fepublicag Ida Dearborn Barty

Judge Artman Rules on Representation and Election Plans

The decision discusses gerrymandering by Lebanon officials, with Judge Rovremes delaying final action and outlining how districts were drawn. It notes proposed court review by the Supreme Court and possible early resolution, with parties seeking swift adjudication and potential appeals to higher courts.

Morday Mudisay C. Marrin Supreme Court A. Wry Prarie

Unclear text fragment about substations and safety

Fragmentary OCR reading mentions two substations, planning by authorities, and safety considerations. It references locations near Washington and Block and notes funds or theological terms. Content is heavily garbled with many missing words and unclear meaning.

W. Washongtear

Old Squabbles Reopened On Board Of Works

The Board of Works on Monday considered street improvements long argued over as to who should pay. Residents opposed resurfacing many blocks, citing injustice to property owners. Resolutions approved include asphalt on Carmel Avenue, Thirteenth Street to North Lincoln, and Virginia Avenue resurfacing along with several alley and street projects in the area.

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Magazine blast in London kills dozens at Fort Rhatindy

The Lahorn correspondent reports a massive explosion at Fort Rhatindy in the Tune fab provinces killing around 40 to 49 people. The blast, described as a runaway powder magazine, caused widespread destruction and casualties.

London Fel Lahorn Lxchange Telegraph Company Fort Rhatindy

Taft Secretaries Attend War Department Ceremony

Judge Taft and Taft appointed officials gathered at the War Department as Secretary Root outlined plans for army routing and leadership transitions. Generals Chaffee and others stood with Taft, while Congressmen and clerks observed. George Banks fined for assault and family dispute reported. another case continued in police court as Abbott case delayed.

Indhina GOP Chair Denies Governor Nomination Hints

Washington whispers report Chairman James P. L. Gonttrich of the Indiana Republican Committee says rumors swirl that judges partner Sib may withdraw from the Republican race for the governorship of Indiana amid internal party chatter. The story notes speculation without confirming any candidate changes.

James PL Gonttrich Indhina Judes Prateld Sib Indiana

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