Public talk on traffic in girls draws 31,805 attendees
Dr. F. E. Sturgis of New York City spoke at English's opera house about the traffic in girls and the need for publicity to improve conditions. He warned that unaccompanied girls at skating rinks and public dances risk danger. The Sunday gathering attracted 31,805 men. William Jennings Bryan is billed to speak at Tomlinson Hall on Sunday at another large men's meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. ED. Sturgis
New York City
Opera House
Y. M
Flo
William Jennings Bryan
Tomlinson
New York YWCA Plans Orchestra Directed by I Bert Allen
A YWCA orchestra will be organized with Mr I Bert Allen as director. All young women wanting to join should meet at the association building Monday evening February 17. A Valentine party will be hosted by the Georgietta Eads Chapter on Wednesday for extension department girls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. Bert Allen
Association
Georgietta Eads
Noon-day Lunch Reform Cited By Wise Government Clerk
A Washington department clerk recounts a 15 year career with afternoon fatigue. After switching to Grape-Nuts for lunch and breakfast, he reports reduced tiredness and steadier afternoon work. The testimonial is from Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan with a prompt to read Road to Wellville in the pamphlets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Gov't
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Strenuous Efforts to Curb Epidemic Rheumatism in Indiana
Reports describe widespread rheumatism as a disease linked to inactive kidneys and uric acid. A simple home remedy using Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Nurgon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla is claimed to relieve symptoms by cleansing the blood and kidneys after meals and at night.
Cahokia placed in receivership in Illinois historic action
Cahokia, the oldest Illinois village, is placed under a receiver after the Federal Union Surety company petitions. Judge B R Burroughs names I B Morrilis as receiver and issues an injunction against supervisor George Lepeich. The move follows alleged failure by former supervisor Anthony Berdeaux to hand over 20 000 in rentals to successor Camille Droit and reports of misused bond and unaccounted transactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Surety Company of
Indianapolis
Village
Illinois
B. R. Burroughs
I. B. Morrilis
Belleville
Federal Union Surety Company
Georgy Lepeich
Anthony Berdeaux
Camille Droit
Cehoki
Ilinois
George Lepeich
Grown Prince May Have Killed One of the Assassins
Special to The Indianapolis Sun confirms in Lisbon that inquiry suggests the crown prince avenged his father's death before his own death. Two bullets were fired from the crown prince's revolver and a head wound on an assassin matched the prince's revolver bore. Household accounts describe the prince rising from his seat and firing twice as the firing started, then being shot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis Sun
Lisbon
al Portgula
Blood Poisoning Fatal to Justice G B Abbot
New York February 10 Supreme Court Justice G B Abbot of Brooklyn died at home from blood poisoning caused by a foot cut suffered two weeks ago. He had served on the bench since January after being chosen in Brooklyn in a bid by both major parties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Supreme Court
G. B. Abbot
Brooklyn
Abbott
Roosevelt Denies Use of Federal Patronage in Taft Push
President Roosevelt fires back at Fairbanks papers accusing him of using federal offices to boost Taft. He argues appointments were for local sentiment and public good, not to aid campaigns, and calls the charges false and malicious. He lists cases and demands specific proof from critics.
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Indianapolis Sun
Washington
Indianapolis News
Indianapolis Star
Theodore Hooosevelt
William Dudley Foulke
Fairbanks
Taft
Roosevelt
Internal Revenue
New York
Massachusetts
Ohio
Boston Herald
New York Post
Pennsylvania
Illinois
Indiana
Wisconsin
Civil Service Commission
Mmy
Hood's Sarsaparilla touted as nerve builder and purifier
Advert says women have nervous systems more delicate and Hood's Sarsaparilla can aid indigestion pain and headaches. Testimonials from Mrs. J. H. Hatter and Mrs. Ann Hutchinson claim relief from indigestion rheumatism and fatigue after using the medicine. Sold everywhere in liquid form or as Sarsatabs. One dollar for 100 doses. Prepared by C I Hood Co Lowell Mass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McComb
Hood
J. H. Hatter
DeSoto
Mars
Girfress
Moose Lake
Minn
Ann Hutchinson
Lafayette
C. I. Hood Co
Lowell
Mass
Foulke accuses papers of bias in Indiana nomination battle
Foulke suggests the Indianapolis News and the Indianapolis Star, linked to relatives of Fairbanks, are misusing patronage charges to smear Indiana candidate Wallsr. He notes the Star is reportedly owned by Daniel G. Reid linked to Wall Street interests. Reaction from the vice-president or allies remains to be seen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel G. Reid
Wallst
Pocket money urged for the U C consuls abroad
Secretary Root asked the House Foreign Affairs Committee for 225000 dollars to fund poker money for American representatives overseas. Part would improve consuls quarters, with the request added to the contingent expense fund. Representative Harrison warned of a house rumpus, while Root noted possible debate. The committee will consider it this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Root
House Committee On Foreign Affairs
House
Harrison
New York City
United States
Driver narrowly escapes as wagon struck by train at crossing
Edwin Wanzer, driver for Bryce's Baking, survived a collision when his wagon was hit by a Peoria & Easter's construction train at the W Washington Street crossing of the Bigleur railroad. One horse was killed and the wagon demolished. Wanzer suffered a scalp wound and was knocked about 15 feet. Officers Hall and Simon investigated. Wanzer said he did not hear or see the approaching train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Wanzer
Bryce
Statehouse Office Location Dispute Referred for Opinion
Indiana legislature holds authority over office locations in the statehouse. Custodian Otway A. Baker sought guidance from Attorney General Bingham. AG says the legislature, not the custodian, controls office placement and suggests presenting the congestion issue to the next session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Statehouse
Indiana IJ Horticultural Society
Otway A. Baker
Bingham
Baker
Doctor Killed By Train At Rushville Crossing
Dr. O P Dillon a renowned specialist and wealthy resident of Rushville Indiana was killed when struck by a C H and D train near his home on the Main Street crossing He had just returned from visiting a patient and was en route to fetch his wife There was no crossing watchman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rushville
Ind
O. P. Dillon
Michigan
Fourth Presbyterian Church installs pastor
Rev. Robert Newcomb Fulton was installed as pastor of the Fourth Presbyterian church with the Presbytery of Indianapolis conducting the services. Rev. O D Odell of Second Presbyterian Church delivered the sermon to a large crowd.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Newcomb Fulton
Fourth Presbyterian Church
Presbytery of
Indianapolis
O. D. Odell
Second Presbyterian Church
Old and Young Constipation Remedy Promoted by Matron
A New York hospital matron endorses a long used compound remedy for constipation suitable for all ages. The formula combines Essence Cardial, Aromatic Fluid Cascara and Aromatic Syrup Rhubarb with a dose of one half to one teaspoon after meals, adjusted for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great New York Hospital
Deer Sightings Prompt Local Enthusiasm
Fragmentary note records multiple deer sightings near a rural area. Observers report patterns of movement, with unclear timelines and locations due to damaged text. Community interest grows as officials consider wildlife monitoring.
Leap Year Social Bustle Amid Parties And Travel
Society notes recount leap year parties and Valentine events across Indianapolis. Women hostesses display decorating skill while clubs and sororities meet for luncheons and gatherings. Local residents travel or visit relatives in Florida Chicago Cincinnati and Martinsville as winter social life continues.
Occassia Society Meeting Set for Monday Evening
The Occassia society will meet Monday evening led by Mrs Hert of N Noble street. Miss Florence Hert assists and Mrs Cornelia Warner with Miss Dorothy Williams present the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Occassia Society
Hert
N. Noblest
Florence Hert
Cornelia Warner
Dorothy Williams
Needle club to meet and dance party planned
The Monday Evening Needle club will meet Monday evening with Miss Margaret Gutelius of N. Illinois. A dancing party is set for February 4 with many out of town guests. Officers of the Woman's Art club have been elected: Miss Emma King president, Mrs. Edward Birge secretary, and Miss Julia G. Sharpe treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Gutelius
N. Ilindiast
Woman’s Art Club
Emma Kking
Edward Birge
Julia G. Sharpe
Mission Club to Host Westrop Members Tuesday Evening
Mrs. Lawrence Mooney of East Eleventh street will entertain the Westrop Mission club on Tuesday evening. A leap year dance by Bessie Delbrugge and Flannan Wild is set for Wednesday at Brenneke academy. The Country club hosts a leap year party Thursday with committee members Mrs. Don P. Hawkins and Misses Mary Powell and Anne Jillson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mission Club
Lawrence Mooney
E. Eleventhst
Westrop Mission Club
Bessie Delbrugge
Flannan Wild
Brenneke Academy
Don P. Hawkins
Mary Powell
Anne Jillson
Noverity Party Planned by Mrs. William Clifford
Mrs William Clifford will host a Noverty party Friday evening for members of the Late Book club. The event is set to bring together club members for an informal social with light refreshments.
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William Clifford
Inter Nos Club Hosts Wednesday Evening Party
The Inter Nos club will host an evening party Wednesday at the home of Mrs. R. H. Ritter on Prospect Street. The husbands will be guests of honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inter Nos Club
R. H. Ritter
Prospect St
Dramatic Club Plans Third Show at Propylaeum
The Dramatic club presents its third production Friday evening at the Propylaeum with Sweet Lavender by Pinero. The cast includes Samuel Miller Walter Vonnegut Frank Nichols Lewis George Denny Fletcher Hodges Dr. W C Buntin William Sullivan and Mrs Evans Woollen plus Mrs Alexander R Holliday and Misses Helen Bennett and Charlotte Scott. A second performance for Christamore College settlement follows Saturday night.
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The
Dramatic Club
Propylaeum
Sweet Lavender
Pinero
Samuel Miller
Walter Vonnegut
Frank Nichols Lewis
George Denny
Fletcher Hodges
W. C. Buntin
Wiliam Sullivan
Evans Woollen
Alexander R. Holliday
Helen Bennett
Charlotte Scott
Christamore College
Mrs Wheeler Hosts Two Card Parties This Week
Mrs. C. M. Wheeler has issued invitations for two card clubs to be held Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. The first will feature a cachre and the second a 500 game.
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C. M. Wheeler
St John’s Alumnae to Host Breineke Card Party
St John’s Alumnae association plans a Tuesday evening card party at Breineke academy with hostesses Misses Helen Logan Grace Blackwell Mary Moran Alice Wilson Frances Lauter Anna Can guany and Nellie Devine coordinating the event.
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St. John’s
Woodruff Place Club Valentine Dance Planned Friday
The Woodruff Place club will host a Valentine dance Friday night with Mrs Hood, Mrs Hanckie and Mrs Iagiesfield in charge of arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodruff Place Club
Flora Moore to Wed William G. Kuerst in April
Mr and Mrs James E Moore announce the engagement of their daughter Flora to Willam G Kuerst. The wedding is planned for April in a ceremony to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James E. Moore
Flora
Willam G. Kuerst
Engagement announced for Anna Griffith and Donley Thompson
Mr and Mrs Millard Griffith announce the engagement of their daughter Anna to Donley Thompson of Spokane Washington. A Valentine party hosted by Mrs Herbert King will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Millard Griffith
Anna
R. Donley Thompson
Spokane, Wash
Herbert King
Borah to Speak at Marion Club Banquet February 22
United States Senator William E Borah of Idaho will be principal speaker at the Marion club banquet on February 22 The senator helped defend western miners accused in Gov Steunenbergs assassination trial and will address club members at the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
William E. Borah
Idaho
Marion Club
Gov. Steunenberg
Wulfson Sows Paper Bee Campaign Stunts
Isador Wulfson, candidate for township trustee in Center, launches a new bee tactic. Paper bees with burrs cling to clothing bearing the message Vote for Wulfson. The quirky stunt aims to attract voter attention and spread his name.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isador Wulfson
Center Township
Wulfson
Miller Speaks at Colored Y M C A Meeting
Charles W. Miller former attorney general from Goshen addressed a large Sunday afternoon gathering of the colored Y M C A. His topic was Our Duty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Miller
Goshen
Colored Y. M. C. A
Applications for Liquor Licenses in Indianapolis Wards
Notices announce that Blake, James George, and Henry C. Cress will apply at the Marion county Board of Commissioners March term 1908 for licenses to sell intoxicating liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premises drinking. Each describes business locations in Center township and includes pool table privileges in the same premises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Center Township
Board of Commissioners
Marion County
State of
Indiana
Senate Avenue
Blake
Indianapolis
Center Towship
John Heltnam
Nereby
Washington Street
Indian Lis
Marion
Coancv
Idiana
West
James George
Board of County Commissioners
Kentucky Avenue
Henry CC. Cress
Sunday School Parade Featured at Rally in Indianapolis
Plans for a county Sunday school parade were finalized in Marion county. Representatives from four Sunday schools organized the Rally Sunday to celebrate in Indianapolis, likely on June 3. The parade will showcase county Sunday schools and their participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion County
Indianapolis
City to settle Marshall Field back taxes for one million
Chicago February 10 the city and county board agreed to permit the estate of Marshall Field to settle a bill of 1 700 000 dollars for back taxes by paying 1 000 000 dollars in cash County Attorney Harry A Lewis announced last night ending a long drawn out controversy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Marshall Field
Harry A. Lewis
Bryan to Address Boys Club on Good Sports
William A. Wood spoke to the Boys' Improvement club on Sunday about Good Sports. William J. Bryan will address the club next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William A. Wood
Boys' Improvement Club
William J. Bryan
Valentine Day Dance Planned by Quigley Council Group
The Ladies Auxiliary of Quigley Council Y M S hosts a Valentine Day dance at Knights of Columbus hall on Washington Street. Proceeds support council activities and community events.
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Ladies Auxiliary
Quigley Council
Knights of Columbus
L. E
Washington-st
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