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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1905
Page
2
A man named Wert, 82, entered Indianapally Thursday in tattered clothes, noticed a display at the People's Friend store on West Washington Street, remained in poorly dressed then left with new attire and jewelry after breaking a window and evading a merchant policeman before being taken to the police station by Grists. George F
Indiana anti race track activists celebrate as lawmakers abandon racing legislation for the session. Senator Gostin said the Hammond bill for 30 days of racing is killed with no further efforts planned. A separate item reports Ellen Kogan, 7, struck by a car while walking to work, breaking her right arm and receiving treatment at City Dispensary before going home.
A joint committee reports progress on a track elevation plan for Indianapolis. The railroads and Mayor Holtzman’s allies convince lawmakers that city taxpayers should cover about 25 percent of costs while railroads pay 7 percent. The deal aims to set a confidential precedent and avoid further opposition.
A sick, impoverished Indianapolis family faced destitution for three years as pride kept them from seeking aid. William Dillard, 65, a peddler, and his wife and son lacked food and fuel until a Salvation Army helper delivered provisions. Doctors praised the family. Mrs. Dillard walked miles to request relief, and temporary aid was arranged for immediate needs.
In Browning Indiana Elmer Browning held for murder in the Sarah Schafer case. A morning Indianapolis report claims release was improper but Deputy Prosecutor says no authority exists for such action. Browning remains held until the state grand jury convenes.
A Los Angeles household credits Grape-Nuts and cream with alleviating a husband’s long battle with dyspepsia and biliousness and helping a baby grow strong. The mother reports quick improvement after switching to cereal with fruit and notes the child’s health. The ad cites Postum Co. and promotes The Road to Wellville booklet.
In Sosnovic, Babel, and surrounding areas tensions erupt as workers strike and troops fire. At least 50 men are killed and many wounded amid protests for promised reforms. The strikes ripple through Sosnavic and Foland as authorities battle unions. Nearby, a major fire devastates OsKaloosa businesses, including Fletcher harness, McGregors furniture, and local banks, with losses around 104000.
Chicago Feb 10 The strike of some hire drivers was declared off Friday and union men returned to work Holt holdings made concessions Double team drivers will receive 14 dollars a week and single drivers rest
In Indianapolis Eleventh ward a crowded Democratic council race pits James Moriarity, current councilman, against John Donavan, a saloon owner and local entrepreneur. Both are Irish and popular, with Moriarity strong on political prestige and Donavan appealing to working-class voters. The contest draws in saloons, churchgoing activity, and disputes over influence in the Southside ward as 4,509 voters prepare to vote.
An old advertisement touts Laxative Brom Quinine as preventing pneumonia and grip. urges readers to call for more details and to seek the signature of E. W. Grove at 3c. The fragment reflects period tone and product promotion common to the era.
An old time hair product notice claims Kingis's Hair Stainer restores wray hair instantly to its natural color. Describes a tonic for the hair and lists price as a small amount. Sold by all druggists and at Kingis's Hair Store.
An old herbal teething remedy ad card touts Winston’s soothing syrup for children. It claims to ease teething pain, soften gums, prevent wind colic, and cure diarrhea, presenting the mixture as the best remedy for infants' discomfort.
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