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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1904
Page
7
Washington February 4 Secretary Shaw issued a call for the withdrawal on demand within ten days of 2 percent of government funds now on deposit by banks. The move signals a shift in cash management and may affect liquidity for state and federal operations.
Carye Snyder, son of a millionaire, faced renewed highway robbery charges and was held in jail in default of a $6,000 bond. The case was continued to April 4 at the crowding crowded docket. The defense approved the action while awaiting trial. Additionally, a large labor strike hit Norton and Diesel branches of the American Can Company in Chicago suburbs, with about 1,000 workers quitting over a wage cut.
A compilation of brief wire-news items reports a lethal shooting in Lager West Virginia, a building fire in Norfolk area, factory layoffs in Fortemouth, a streetcar collision in St Paul injuring about a dozen, and various other crimes and local events nationwide. Names include Dick Watson, F. x. Stullins, W. G. Bray, John Harmer, Joseph Murdock, and Charlotte McNally among others, with locations such as Weston, Cairo, Portsmouth, Memphis, Cincinnati, Boston, and Paris France referenced.
Fragmented OCR text mentions anti pain pills and claims preventing or curing common affliction. Lacks clear entities, dates, or events. Unable to determine specifics beyond generic marketing phrasing and uncertain names.
In Superior Court room 3 Vitender H Fitzgerald, a sleeping car passenger, awoke with arm inflammation and claiming an accident under his policy. The jury found for Fitzgerald against Apiya Jif Insurance Company, awarding $50 after ruling the injury arose from an accident while he slept on his arm.
City officials announced that the temporary bridge over White River at West Washington Street will be opened to traffic Friday morning. The structure has been reinforced after flood damage, with strengthening work completed to restore passage.
In St Louis on February 4 Arthur Headman a chief clerk at a text sellers office at Union Station and a pioneer resident committed suicide at his mother's grave in Allegro cemetery. His body was found Thursday morning. A note to his sister said despondency over his mother's death led him to end his life with the bisons if, arbullgeld was the agency employed.
Salem memorial library project announced by Bryan and Col. Charles W. Bryan. The building, to cost about 25,000 dollars, will stand on the north side near the lot and be furnished and fitted completely by the donor. It is to honor Bryan's father and mother.
Mayor Holtzman Dr Rimbeerlin and Building Inspector Branley examined Cay hospital to assess required improvements. They noted heat from gas to vented system caused serious inconvenience and a new heating arrangement is needed before next winter. Hospital management has requested multiple necessary upgrades and the officers’ visit aims to verify requirements.
Report states Thomas Curren, a well known figure in local taverns, was found dead drunk in a shanty after a confrontation. Police kept him there to sober up, then later fined him for loitering and drunkenness. A separate note mentions a series of business topic lectures led by Rev. Deus McCaly count YM 1 with Andrew M. Sweeney speaking on life insurance.
A ranch owner Dewey and two cowmen face murder charges in the Berry case. Enmity among Dewey ranch allies sparks violent clashes across Cheyenne and Manitoban counties. Militia protected prisoners as they were moved to Colby and Topeka. later released on $15,000 bonds.
By order of Mayor Jinyavon the exhibition at a local museum featuring James Tilbury the coachman acquitted of blackmailing Mr Holtiam M Thurston has been discontinued. The display was deemed to provoke public curiosity and violate public decorum and state laws.
In New York state politics, several Democrats including Edwart J. Fogarty of South Bend are weighing gubernatorial bids this year while Daniel Simms of Lafayette and Maj. Menzies of Mount Vernon have shown interest. A fire at a local hotel in East Syracuse injured volunteer firefighter John McNetver, who was burned while responding to the blaze.
In Adair county near Columbia Kentucky a bolter exploded with terrific force injuring a 2 year old boy and severely injuring John Callahan who was thrown into a pond. Delle Haron reported the incident. The event disrupted a nearby stream area and left locals surprised by the blast.
A major fire tore through the Agar Dron Co department store in Princeton Indiana on Thursday morning. Loss estimated at 115000 with 7000 insured. frozen fire plugs and low water pressure hampered efforts. No further details available.
Judee Whalton ruled Thursday that Fred Jackson a colored man of 429 Pratrient should avoid saloons under any circumstances. She advised him to refuse entry if pressured, citing the parlor court. Jackson was arrested Wednesday by Faiconui Mushy who claims he frequents Balcone. Judge Whalen fined him 83 and costs, with the judgment suspended pending good behavior for Mt days.
Missouri board of railroad commissioners adopted a maximum rate schedule for the state. The plan includes reductions across freight categories, with grain and other commodities seeing notable percentage cuts. Details are affected by transportation type and distance, with broad savings projected for shippers.
A massive early morning fire gutted the Tewksbury mansion costing nearly fifty thousand dollars. The family and staff escaped unharmed as windows shattered and statues scattered amid suspected defective wiring. The mansion, tied to the famed investor who disappeared in 187?, is said to have hosted a meteoric collection and court fortunes.
A Chicago court filing notes Edwin B Dil a carpenter filed for bankruptcy with a small debt of 15 to the Montgomery County Indiana treasurer for county and state taxes. The case highlights a unique petition in a United States district court with emphasis on attorney fees and potential savings if taxes had been paid.
In BRAVIL Indiana a young girl from Asherville twelve miles south of Brazil traveled to Unte city to stay with her uncle Jacob Lance. She claimed her father died during a tumultuous event earlier that night. A later investigation revealed morphine use. Doctors attend her. recovery possible.
A state case will be decided at noon Thursday by the state board of agriculture after Wednesday morning discussions. The Commercial club offered funds to cover expenses if the fair failed to break even. Hugh McGowan reported traction and terminal interests of Indianapolis pledged to cover losses, with street car and urban interests promising 13.00 toward defraying any incured expense. Hotel keepers led by George Fulwell pledged 31.00 to aid the event.
A drunken visitor argued with Z himo and Abbott, misheard insults, and stabbed with a pocket knife. Abbott was wounded, Scott attacked Abbott after a clash, but the judge discharged both parties noting a misunderstanding and lack of clear intent.
Live stock markets report East Buffalo East Hurpalo and Pittsburg with prices for prime steers medium steers stockers and feeders cows heifers bulls and lambs. Cincinnati and other markets show varied receipts and bid ranges for cattle sheep and pigs with prime and choice lots noted.
A brief listing from Indianapolis markets shows Broad Ripple and various transit and utility holdings. It includes vendors like Home Heat and Light Co, Indiana Union Traction, Indianapolis & Eastern, and Indianapolis Street Railway, with prices and notes on preferred stocks and bonds such as the $2,000 Indianapolis & Martinsville Rapid Transit issue.
The New York stock market opened dull and lower, with weak demand and cautious trading. Steel leads modest gains while rail and copper issues show mixed to small declines, and government bonds hold steady as overall sentiment remains tentative.
City grain market reports varied prices across multiple wheat grades and colors. No. 2 red and No. 3 red show steady to mixed futures with freight considerations mentioned. White wheat types and yellow corn appear in fluctuating ranges as traders assess supply and demand signals.
Illinois and Toledo market notes show live stock steady and receipts light for Friday. Chicago beef primes range and feedlot cattle details, while Toledo grain futures list February and May values for rye, cloverseed, timothy, and oil. Market summary reflects muted movement and price estimates across commodities.
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