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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1903
Page
8
In Wapakoneta on February 5 a case, J Bwank vs Alexander Vogan and a billy goat, was heard before Mayor White. The goat was deemed a dangerous person and ordered kept in confinement eating the fruits of his own labor. Costs were assessed to the Vogans and the billy goat.
Senator Henry J. Dawes died at 6 15 a m in Pittsfield Massachusetts aged 86, surrounded by family. He retired March 4 1883 after a continuous 36 year term in Congress, the longest in American history.
Marion women praise Zoa Phora as a cure for female troubles in a campaign of endorsements. Local subscribers list as testimonials from Mrs Addie Chambers and others, noting improved health and urging inquiries. The ad claims Zoa Phora relieves menstruation issues, pelvic disorders, and general debility, with free medical advice from Dr Pengelly and a Kalamazoo company offer.
Harvey and Edson Hart recall Allen Hart and Abraham Lincoln as principals in a pre Civil War land dispute heard in the Metamora court. Lincoln invoked the Monroe Doctrine to argue against a kinglike claim, helping secure a verdict for Lincoln’s client. Coal prices rose as a blizzard disrupted Indiana markets and Ohio navigation.
A college chum recalls Johnny Ward rising from penniless student to star pitcher for Providence and New York. Ward balanced law studies with baseball, graduating after a pivotal game at Polo Grounds, amid fan cheers that eclipsed the university president.
The Polo game with Muncie at the Cyclorama Wednesday night drew the city’s warmest welcome this season. After a tied score at regulation and 7 26 minutes of overtime, the home team prevailed as about 1 200 polo fans roared. Rumors about Goaltend Berry’s release were denied by Harry Cofen. Richmond beat Anderson in a separate match, and J J Mooney controversially pushed a goal after the whistle. Carlson and Pons battled in Baltimore with two falls for Pons.
Representative Paul introduces an act to ban tipping for services in Cullman and other dine venues. It forbids passengers from tipping porters conductors or workers and forbids employees from accepting tips. Notices must be posted, with a first offense fine of at least 30 dollars and daily fines for failure to post.
A local notice from WM H. Quinn seeks a Marion County license to sell intoxicating liquors in Indian apolis Center township at No 127 East Court St within Ward 7. The applicant requests permission to allow drinking on the premises and mentions a pool table and restaurant privileges in the same room.
Papers for the Indianapolis and Cincinnati traction company were filed with the secretary of state showing 1.5 million dollars in capital stock. A route survey extends to Rushville and construction may begin soon. Charles L. Henry leads the firm with directors Taylor Rose Marsh Frazee Johnson and Fesler. Smokers for Democrats Indiana club hosts legislators Friday night.
Northwestern traction must complete its line from Lebanon within a year to meet the Indianapolis road near the city before the Consolidated traction company can proceed. The latter seeks a local franchise as both seek 20 miles of grade, bridges, poles, and cross ties toward Indianapolis. A piano advertisement and a Sun liner offer appear in the same page.
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