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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1906

Page

2

Sherrick Trial Set For March Fifth In State Audit Case

Former state auditor David B. Sherrick faces trial March 5 on charges of embezzlement and conspiracy to commit a felony. Preliminary arguments are scheduled for February 19. Court requires punctual action. counsel for Sherrick agree to be ready. A conference fixing dates noted scheduling changes to accommodate attorney John B. Cockrum. Sherrick shortage figures are detailed, totaling amounts from Insurance taxes to private banks and trust companies.

David B. Sherrick Auditor of State Criminal Court Sherrick A. ©. Harrie Newton Harding Sher Fide Statehouse Fed

City Attorney outlines ordinance on city office staffing

City Attorney Frederick F E Matson says a revision to restrict or guide the number of men employed in city offices will be ready for presentation to the city council next Monday. The measure aims to name appropriate staff levels as the city grows, not to simply increase total employes.

Frederick FE. Matson Matson

Toulouse’s Quaint Custom Preserves Gernnus Escort Folk

A fragment notes Toulouse retains a quaint custom with a corps called gernnus who prepare to accompany the tardy reveler to his own door, reflecting local tradition and social habits in a formal city setting.

Toulouse

Yule Word Tied to Solstice Not Christmas Origin

The term Yule is described as an ancient Scandinavian word denoting the winter solstice, kept as a feast by old heathen Goths, and not related to Christmas.

Heart Cure Promises Strength for Weak Hearts

An advertisement touts Dr Miles Heart Cure and Nerve Pills as remedies for heart weakness. It claims to strengthen nerves and muscles to stop palpitations and distress, sharing a testimonial from John H of Seelding Mick who says he improved after using the products. The ad asserts a guarantee and money refund if the first bottle fails.

Miles John H

Juvenile detention home debated for city

Discussion centers on a temporary and permanent detention home for juvenile offenders under Indianapolis juvenile court. Officials consider placing holding rooms near the police station for security, with a plan to separate youths from criminals and provide education, in cooperation with city, county, and school authorities.

Indhempoatis E. Michiganst Indianapolis

Rise by Her Own Efforts Marie Hall Violin Triumph

English girl Marie Hall defies family pressure to play the harp, pursues the violin with iron will, and rises from street performances to major concerts. Born in Newcastle, she toured England with the Carl Rosa Opera company family background, and now heads a tour with a St James Hall fee of 2500 dollars from one performance, highlighting self made ascent.

Marie Hall Ian Caleb Milly Hall Shortridge Wish School A. J. Yron Carlty St. James Hall London

Press Passes Remain Unchanged for Plate Full Event

Charles Downing secretary of the Btule Board of Agriculture clarifies that press passes to the plate full remain as last year. He says a misconception suggested passes would be cut off and notes last year’s total was overstated. The figure included exhibitors and concession holders, with Weber's band in Cincinnati and F M Barpes Co of Chicago contracted for air vaudeville shows. A large race event is planned and Carl Fisher's airstrip is under dispute.

Charles Downing Btule Board of Agriculture Downing Saya Weber Cincinnati F. M. Barpes & Co Chicago Carl Fisher

Strike Looms as United Mine Workers Face Impasse

The seventeenth annual UMWA convention adjourned Friday without a date for the next meeting amid fears of a nationwide coal strike. Both miners and operators stand firm, with arbitration or outside mediation deemed unlikely. The convention urged funds for members should the strike proceed, and coal markets eyed for impact as production and distribution await developments.

United Mine Workers of Americx United Mine Workers Norv America

Not Prepared for Strike in Ohio Bituminous District

A Massillon Ohio report notes miners in the bituminous district are unprepared for a strike. The piece says miners have worked reduced hours for a decade and union funds are depleted. It suggests nationwide prompts could push a strike but local miners fear disruption and loss of aid.

Seripps-menar Orca Association Massillon Stathe Uitte

Not Until Next July Wage Scale Delay Tied to Alabama Mines

The text notes that the wage scale for coal miners in Alabama will not take effect in the district until a specified date in July. The garbled OCR indicates the association and location in Birmingham with references to Abe and February. The precise terms are unclear due to transcription errors.

Sefippa-Meline Prean Association Rirmingham Abe Alabama

Operators Predict Peace at Early Spring

Springfield reports miners and operators cautiously optimistic about a possible mining suspension. Officials say such a move not probable now, with demand only fair and markets understocked. Industry expects a peaceful settlement around April, aided by steady railroad and factory activity.

Springfield

Develop Athlete by Easy System at Indianapolis Turnverein

The Indianapolis Socialer Turnverein starts a new term with Earl South as physical director replacing Hugo Fischer. South will train already advanced athletes while welcoming average participants, praising the club’s method for building health and character without rigid supervision. Notable gymnasts like Max Emmerich and Willard Schrader are highlighted as examples of the program’s potential, with claims of steady progress and improved physique among members.

Turnverein Indianapolis Socialer Turnverein Earl South Hugo Fischer Gymnnalum Pischer Socrater Turnverein Emmerich Diere Uigere Prinaier Max Emumerich Willard Schrader Harry Burk Otto Mucke Ergiy Happersberger Wiliam Kaiser Mr. Hammet Minny Turnyerest

Purdue faculty adopts Big Nine football recommendations

Special to the Sun from Lafayette Indiana reports Purdue University faculty voted to accept Chicago conference football recommendations. The decision requires all Purdue games be played on college grounds, shifting the annual Purdue Indiana game from Indianapolis to Lafayette or Bloomington. Dr Thy Moran stated Chicago’s two year suspension option was not supported and Purdue will follow the conference ruling while not abolishing the rivalry. The action will be sent to President Angell promptly.

Sun Lafayette Ind Chicago Angel Michigan Purdue Ine Idianapolis Indiana Bloomington Thy Moran Dhe Angell

Lewis 15 Guilty. No Appeal Planned in Man Slaying

Special to The Sam Noblesville Police report: Lewis of Indianapolis found guilty of manslaughter in the slashing death of his wife. Jury sentences him to two to fourteen years in state prison. Both sides express satisfaction with the verdict. Lewis shown as a physical wreck and did not react to the outcome.

Lewis Noblesville Weh Indianapolis Indianapolla Dudee Christian

Records Stolen From an Office in Indiana Case

Fragmented report from Oolitic Indiana notes records and grand jury materials were allegedly stolen from a Justice of the Peace’s office. Evens and Browning, charged in the case of Miss Sarah Schuter, were tried and released amid the alleged theft of murder case records.

Schafer Lauise McLaughlin Bedsford Justice of the Peace Oliver M. LcLaughlin Evans Browning Sarah Schuter Yeenae Iy Bts

Mitchell urged to run for Sixteenth district nomination

Special to The Law from Peoria Ith February 3 John Mitchell president of the miners has not yet made a decision whether to seek the Democratic nomination for the Sixteenth district. Many Democrats in the district have urged him to run again.

Mitchell Peoria Ith John Mitchell Monal

Wingate Obituary Reports Death in Boston

John Wingate editor of the Shelbyville News sends word of the death of his brother William J. Wingate 76 a former Danville resident who died in Boston. The notice comes from Shelbyville Indiana dated February 3.

The Sun Shelbyville Ind John Wingate Shelbyville News Boston William J. Wingate Mr. Wingate Danville

Hartford City child found dead in bed

Special to the Sun reports Hartford City Indiana Feb wear ley Patton aged 8 found dead in bed. Heart disease listed as the cause of death.

Sun Hartford City Init Wearley Patton

Nine Students Expelled Over Hazing Incident at Evansville High

Nine Evansville high school students were expelled after accusations they hazed four freshmen. The incident, reported yesterday, led to disciplinary action by school authorities and drew community attention to student conduct and anti hazing policies.

the Sun Evansville Ind Bob

Prisoner Recaptured After Escape Attempt in Bedford

An ex convict from Kentucky, 3-Mearey, escaped while being returned to state after reaching a farm on a train near Bedford Indiana. He was recaptured at Minomfield and is wanted in Kentucky on arson charges.

Bedford Ind Mearey Kentucky Mlnomfield

Value of Charcoal Longevity and Beauty Remedy

A Buffalo physician lauds Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges as a safe, effective aid for gas in the stomach and bowels, clearer complexion, purer blood, and sweeter breath. The lozenges, made from willow charcoal and honey, cost twenty five cents a box and are sold by druggists.

Inigo Stuart

Steer Charges Into Crowd At Train Depot

Special to The Sym. Roy Fuson was critically injured after a steer escaped from stockyards and charged into a crowd on the depot platform waiting for a train. Rev Funon, a royal preacher, was trampled and knocked down as the animal struck bystanders.

Sym Shanez Pawner Funon Roy, Fuson

Mrs Cooper Granted Divorce in New Castle Court

In New Castle Indiana on February 3 Mrs Mim ma Cooper was granted a divorce from Frank W Cooper after four cross complaints and a compromise reached by their attorneys. He paid her two dollars cash and provided restraining or support terms. The case against Mrs Anna Walsh for damages was dismissed as Walsh was alleged to have alienated Cooper's affections.

New Castle Ind Mimma Cooper Frank W. Cooper Middletown Cooper Choyer Mike Anna Walsh Alea Walsh Coolper

Mrs Bissop Stricken in Bedford dies after stroke

Special to The Son reports Mrs Margaret Bissop of Bedford Indiana suffered a stroke yesterday and is at the point of death. The update notes her condition rapidly deteriorated and she remains critically ill despite medical efforts.

Bissop Bedford, Ind Margaret Bissop

Twenty new members join Indiana society report

Special to The Sun from Washington dated February 3 notes twenty new members added to the Indiana society. An underselling meeting was held with speeches by Charles F. Jones of Brookyn, William Haas of Lafayette, and Dr. Curry of Indianapolis. Postmaster Hubert F. Dunham and Miss Kay P. Mabry wed last night in Port Wayne.

Sun Washington Indiana Éoetery Charles F. Jones Brookyne William Haas Lafayette Dr. Curry Indianapolis

Johnson Critical After Incident In Manhattan Night Scene

Andrew Jamison reported in critical condition after a local incident in Manhattan. Police say the suspect was intoxicated at the time. the victim, identified as Johnans, died later in hospital, authorities continuing investigation.

Tohnson Specil the Sun Manctel Andrew Jamison Cus Em Univer Mily Johnans Manor

Arrest the Sweepers in Terre Haute for sidewalk sweeps

Special to the Sun reports Terre Haute authorities arresting multiple store employers for sweeping dirt from storm gutters and sidewalk debris. Saloon keepers remove screens and chairs as city crews pledge to enforce five nine ordinances with druggists and cigar stores urged to obey.

Terre Haute Ind Enkiy Sun“ugue Eetr Thuidad Taly

Seventeen poisoned in village mystery farm incident

Poisoning left seventeen people sick in a rural area with physicians treating the ill. Five children from Edward Myer’s family remain in serious condition while parents were not struck. Authorities suspect tainted feed or contaminated meat from a local farm as a possible cause.

Ingrabhux Edward Myer

Members protest two cent fare hike in Columbus

Chicago based protestors including Ben J. Lynett and Warren J. Lyne returned from Columbus, Ohio, asserting the group is composed of “strictly honest” men. Lyne laments the Ohio stance and says the fight against the fare raise is growing, with many members eager to press on.

Scrippa-NeNme Press Association Chicago Warren J. Lynett New York Central Lnes Columbus Lyne Ohio

Denton County Girl Dies From Nose Bleed

Fort Worth dispatch reports the little daughter of Lee Cate of Denton County died last night from a nose bleed. The bleeding started in the afternoon and continued until death despite medical efforts.

Fort Worth Tex Lee Cate Denton County Tate Phy‘ateline

Mrs Corey in Nevada Resettles in Reno Home

Special to The Sum Mrs Corey formerly of Pittsburg Pa will relocate to Reno Nev and take up permanent residence after buying a local home The notice highlights a medical ointment claim for piles PazO ointment is promoted with a money back guarantee if it fails to cure within days

Holmes Opposes Alley Improvement After Past Complaint

Holmes, city prosecutor, disputed a Board of Public Works decision to grade and gravel an alley east of Bellefontaine to Twenty second Street. He admitted filing a complaint on April 11, 1905, and the board scheduled a hearing for February 30, 1906, with a possible proceeding unless a remonstrance appears.

Kin Holmes Board of Public Works Bellefontaine-nt Twenty-second-st Noll Ira Holmes

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