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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1904
Page
2
Report notes nervous fits among Taggart Fanning and associates after a disputed letter and poll book issue. Democratic primary timing caused tension as Keach allegedly asked for poll books to aid organization, with no precinct voting steps fixed yet.
Indianapolis mayor Holtzman states he will not run for governor, focusing on completing his term and serving as mayor. He will seek a delegate position at the national Democratic convention from his district. Party factions discuss future bids and alliances as bids for a new company contract surface with Joenteapl and others forming the bid group.
A fiery lower house exchange centered on extradition involving Governor Durbin of Indiana and President Roosevelt. Congressman Dale James from Kentucky attacked Durbin over the Taylor case, accusing protection by Indiana officials and critiquing Roosevelt, with party allies and rivals clashing over the extradition issue and political implications.
Richard Mullen confessed in Notsemund county jail to killing Thomas Corsiele in Catlettsburg Kentucky in 1687. No witness was present and Mullen had wandered coast to coast and abroad before learning Carlisle was dead. He seeks to avoid prosecution.
Report says no special session will be called to address apportionment. Gov Durbin and Gov Shove discussed the issue at the governor's office. The legislature’s apportionment act was upheld by Judge Artman and the case may go to the supreme court. If the ruling stands, the act remains in force. Democrats could challenge it.
A mob of about 1000 men gathered outside a Roanoke Virginia First Baptist Church on a Wednesday night aiming to lynch pastor Reverend R Rosones amid allegations of an assault at a nearby home involving a woman and her young daughter. Authorities report the mob sought to capture Jones and protect the Shields family from violence.
Fragmented OCR item reports scattered political and civic notes. Mentions Admiral Schley, Mrs Rosa Lucky, postal service changes at Tolleston Indiana, and H W Ballard of Indianapolis in patent matters. References to Luther Linnville Bitesville Renssblarr rural routes and a New York address by Ellhy Root. Mentions politicians and a national association event in Boston and a presidential campaign context.
A through passenger service will run three daily trains each way from Chelan to St Louis via the Wabash and other lines. Origin routes include Cincinnati to Indianapolis and Deratin to St Louis, with schedules set to offer the shortest running times between Minneapolis? and St Louis. Opening date not yet decided, but arrangements are complete.
A Grant county resident recounts severe illness linked to coffee and notes rapid improvement after switching to Postum. He credits doctors, a longer relief period, and the shift to Postum with restoring appetite, energy, and health. He endorses the product and cites local banks and merchants for credibility.
Advertises a book by Dr Shoop promising cures for chronic diseases. Claims thirty years of research reveal invisible nerve and gland weaknesses and a restorative prescription that rapidly strengthens nerves and vitality. Urges readers to send for the book and order the remedy through local druggists.
A large crowd gathered in the public square as advocates for the bill faced counter demonstrations. Speakers included representatives from Berea Welsettun whose comments highlighted the contested nature of the measure and its potential impact on the community.
Fragmentary obituary notes the decline of a member of the Vanderbilt family, living modestly at home. The text shows garbled lines but references the Vanderbilt name and a long illness, with little biographical detail remaining.
In Wooster on February 4 Mr and Mrs Noble Yarman newly married were the target of a practical joke. Friends staged a home keeping scene filling their house with wagons from grocers delivering potatoes coffee sugar soap matches and other kitchen supplies. The couple spent hours arranging the gifts as wagons clogged the street making the block resemble a city express delivery hub.
An Indianapolis citizen recalls severe kidney pains and morning aggravation, claiming relief after using Doana and Doans Kidney Pills from Foster Milburn Co. The ad touts the product through Henry J. Huder’s drug store and Buffalo as distribution points with a five cent price and warnings to remember the name.
In Berlin during winter theater season actress Jenny Ghoss wears a gown valued at $100000, described as the most expensive dress ever made. The production The Mata Theresa at Herliner theatre draws crowds amid high drama, with Emperor Francis Joseph aiding historical accuracy and costume details.
A joint conference of miners and operators adjourned in session after agreeing to reconvene Feb 1 to decide if another convention is needed. Widespread production and stockpiles are cited as reducing strike risk, with coal plentiful along major rivers and ports. A separate report notes a man in Hamilton, believed to be W B Nolte, killed himself by ingesting carbolic acid.
Mrs Grace Prict Buter hosted a noon gathering with guest Miss Wood in Kokomo. The Chapel club held a Wednesday card party in St Josephs hall hosted by Mrs David Coniter and Miss Myla Coburn. Mrs May Wright Swat hosted a Wednesday evening reception for Mrs Mary Wood Swift and National Council of Women executives.
John Mevitegor led a party to visit the miners on Wednesday and praised McGregor for entertaining them. A reporter asked why the hosting mattered if most miners cannot vote in Marion County, to which McGregor wittily replied that some may move here and vote in the future. The event was tied to his bid for commissioner and a recent tunnel banquet boosted his profile.
Fragmentary advertisement promotes a laxative cough suppressant with quine and bitters, noting E W Groves signature on each box. Mentions a dentist Covelman moving premises and references an old remedy for teething with a questionable infant care claim.
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