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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 10, 1910

Page

2

One Doctor for Cough Relief Seeks Steady Choice

Advice urges choosing a single, best cough medicine rather than hopping between remedies. Select one trusted remedy, then use it consistently and follow the doctor’s guidance to treat the cough.

Illinois Manufactures Protest on Corporation Tax Inventory

A large number of manufacturers of agricultural implements in Illinois protest a provision of the corporation tax law requiring an asset inventory by Dec 31. They warn a five day shutdown could cause enormous losses during winter, and 100,000 telegrams are being sent to the president urging repeal or modification of the tax.

CAGO United States Illinois Mufacturers’ Association

Powder Explosion Hits Lancaster Ward Wrecks Several Shops

An explosion in the Reilly Bros. & Raub powder vault on North Queen Street Lancaster caused a large blaze. Three firemen were injured when roofs collapsed as flames spread to millinery, jewelry, and tailoring shops on upper floors. Buildings including the John Heimenzo and Lancaster Realty sites burned. Flying embers damaged nearby roofs. Injured firefighters named Fink Reese and Zimmerman. two company employees were blown through a plate glass window but not seriously hurt.

Lancaster Reilly Bros. & Raub N. Queen Street Katherine Myers W. W. Appels Henry Gerhardt John Heimenzo North Street Lancaster Realty Company John Fink David Reese Paul Zimmerman Fink Reilly Bros.& Raub Company Jerry Rutter John Groh

Shirley Couple Weds In Greenfield nuptial

Noah Crickmore a Shirley glassworker and Serra B Boyer a prominent local girl were married yesterday evening at Greenfield at 5 o clock. They returned to Shirley to visit relatives for a few days and will make their home in Shirley.

Shirley Ind Noah Crickmore Serra B. Boyer Greenfield

Paatoe Shank for Cleaning Up Saloons in Indianapolis

Mayor Shank and ex Gov Hanly led a law enforcement meeting at First Baptist church under Christian Workers. They pledged to enforce liquor laws and regulate saloons, arguing for licensed saloons under law rather than broad prohibition. Thompson praised Shank’s 30 days of work. Hanly distinguished liberty from license and urged law regulation.

Hanly French Lick Lew Shank Sarah J. W. Thompson Shank Indianapolis Land of Ours

Editors Will Eat and Hear Party Leaders Speak

Republican editors of Indiana greet Senator Beveridge at a midwinter banquet at the Claypool hotel with E M Lee as new state chairman. Beveridge will deliver the chief address and Judge Montgomery will also speak. Friday features convention sessions on business topics and plans to grow papers and offices.

Indiana Senator Beveridge Claypool E. M. Lee Beveridge Oscar V. Montgomery Lee Indianapolis Columbus Ind Lincoln League Carl W. Riddick Winimac Republican George J. Cravens Lawrenceburg Press Linotype Harry M. Smith Greencastle Banner I. T. Brown Columbus Republican Jacob Feudner Rushville E. M. Tee

Widow of F A W Davis Dies at Southern Home

Elisabeth Davis widow of Frederick A W Davis president of the Indianapolis Water Co died Wednesday in Covington Louisiana at the winter home. She had long suffered a nervous collapse after Mr Daviss death in April and apoplexy was noted as the cause. Born July 3 1840 she married Davis in 1864 leaving a daughter Mrs Landon and a son Louis Davis of New York. She leaves two sisters and five brothers.

Elisabeth Davis Frederick A. W. Davis Indianapolis Water Company Covington Davis

Fire at Y M Halls In Indiana Laundry Suppressed

Firemen from hose company No 23 quickly fought a blaze that started in the engine room behind a two story brick building housing the Indiana Laundry and Y M I hall at 2922 Northwestern avenue. The watchman in the courthouse tower alerted crews and the flames were kept from spreading to the main structure. Loss limited to the engine room and surrounding area estimated at about $600.

Seine Rising Paris Prepares For The Worst

Paris reporters describe bright sun and frost as the Seine continues to rise but more slowly. Officials say the crest is expected by tomorrow and cold weather may end the thaw. Paris authorities remain vigilant to prevent further flood devastation.

Paris Seine

Board Suspends Patrolman After Alcohol Incident

Ray Chitwood, a patrolman, was suspended for six days by the Board of Safety on Wednesday. Matthew Donahue of company No. 4 faced a trial for absence from the station. decision reserved. Chitwood met Henry Haas at a saloon and a resort while intoxicated, arrested Haas, and faced dismissal when the case is called. J C Ertel named master of the dog pound and Edward Perry to drive the pound wagon. Harry Corner appointed detective clerk at $720 yearly. Isley Loewe moves from clerk to detective.

Ray Chitwood B Board of Safety Matthew Donahue Company No. 4 Chitwood Henry Haas Haas J. C. Ertel Edward Perry Harry Corner Isley Loewe

Cheering Words Given Firemen by the Kipps

Chief Coots received a $200 check from Kipp Bros. for the firemen pension fund after their wholesale toy and fancy goods house burned some weeks ago. The firm lauded the department for its efficient work and saved logs, noting no acts to criticize.

Coots Kipp Bros

Farmer loans money to Morgan's relative in theft tale

A man claiming kinship to J P Morgan said he entered the Lebanon shoe trade and bought stock for 1800 dollars while another man claimed Morgan owed 105 dollars for goods. McCoy pursued the matter, but the grip stored at Union Station was later found empty by police.

Lebanon J. P. Morgan Joseph McCoy Union Station McCoy

Burglary scare hits mayor's home as thief flees

Neighbors report a burglar at Mayor Shank's home on Tuesday night. Mrs. Shank spotted a man in the kitchen doorway and called for help. The mayor pursued the intruder but could not catch him. The incident prompted a neighborhood alert.

Rehearing Sought in Local Option Case Fifth Time

Ferdinand Winter of Indianapolis joins Shirts and Fertig of Noblesville for George McPherson, a Noblesville liquor dealer, to obtain a supreme court rehearing on the local option law. Attorney General Bingham Hanly Artman and McAdams to reply to the petition. McPherson's attorneys cite four alleged errors in the supreme court majority ruling affirming constitutionality.

Ferdinand Winter Indianapolis Shirts & Fertig Noblesville George McPherson Supreme Court Bingham Hanly, Artman

Rangers Dedicate New Hall with Fine Program

Indianapolis lodge No. 386 Fraternal Order of Rangers held a dedication event at 29 S. Delaware Tuesday night featuring a four round boxing draw between Ray Bell and John Lautsy, a monologue by Dan Donahue and J. Pierce Cummings, and songs by William Kinley. A large class was initiated. committee members were Dr. A. E. Teague, James L. Nimal, J. Pierce Cummings, and Benjamin Rowe.

Indianapolis Order of Rangers S. Delaware Street Ray Bell John Lautsy Dan Donahue J. Pierce Cummings William Kinley A. E. Teague James L. Nimal Benjamin Rowe

DePauw Defeats Kentucky State In Basketball Thriller

Greencastle Ind February 1 DePauw 2 Kentucky State 16 in a college basketball game. Stars for DePauw Dale Grady and Crick led the win while Threldheid stood out for the visitors in a decisive victory.

Depauw Greencastle Ind Kentucky State University Dale Grady Crick Threldheid

Weston Still Walking Across the Nation

Edward Payson Weston aged 71, famed pedestrian, reached Needles California while walking from Los Angeles to New York. After a six hour rest he continued his eastward trek, extending his cross country journey.

Weston Needles Cal Edward Payson Weston Los Angeles New York

Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Free Sample Offer

A 19th century style advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure for piles. It claims hundreds of testimonials and urges readers to send name and address for a free mail sample. It notes the product costs 50 cents at drugstores and emphasizes no knife or doctor bills.

Pyramid Drug Company Free Package Coupon Notice

A vintage coupon offer invites readers to fill in name and address on blank lines, mail to Pyramid Drug Company in Marshall Michigan, to receive a free sample of Pyramid Pile Cure by mail in plain wrapper. The promotion emphasizes free delivery and a simple reclaim process.

C. E. Gauss Main St Marshbil, Mich Pyramid Drug Company Pyramid Lidg Marshall, Mich

Fire at Haring Hotel Triggers Panic in Washington

Fire of unknown origin gutted the third floor of the Haring hotel at 17 Massachusetts avenue northwest. A panic ensued as patrons jumped from upper windows injuring three seriously. Inspector W. J. Madigan assisted rescuers carrying several hysterical women down fire escapes.

Washington Haring Massachusetts Avenue W. J. Madigan

Gardner daughter wins probate claim for 2500 dollars

A probate court jury awarded Nancy C Gardner 2500 dollars from the estate of Francis M Gardner after her suit for 6680 dollars for ten years of care for her father and mother. Frederick Eppert defended.

Ing Nancy C. Gardner Francis M. Gardner Miss Gardner Frederick Eppert

Fire in hollow tree draws firemen at Brush home

A hollow tree in front of Dr. Miles C. Brush at 2421 N Pennsylvania St caught fire Thursday morning. Firemen from Hook and Ladder Co. No 9 chopped the tree down to prevent it from toppling onto the residence, with officials suggesting the decay fed by chimney sparks.

Miles C. Brush Pennsylvania Street Hook and Ladder Company No. 9 Brush

Why You Are Thin and How to Get Fleshly

A home prep claims to increase weight and health by boosting digestion and nutrient absorption. It prescribes a blend involving essence of pepsin syrup of rhubarb cardiol tincture cadomene and other ingredients with a suggested dosage and method, promising rapid restoration of flesh.

Real estate transfers list with multiple buyers and parcels

A long list of real estate transfers details buyers, parcels, and prices across Indianapolis areas. Names include Charles A Johnson Linnie M Barry Henry F Shoemaker Lena Webb Edward Leible Linneay Boyd Luke Duffey Emma Falk Mary Shepherd Frank Wallace Beech Grove Improvement Co M E Monrean Germany Realty Co Albert Uhl Eva Foreans Union Trust Co Edward Robin a Albert Marten Arthur W Brown George Barker William Barker Roy Gault and others with lot sizes ranging from 35x135 to 40x144 feet and prices from 250 to 20 000 dollars. Several parcels are vacant improved or on various streets and avenues. The document also includes a closing note urging saving before spending and advertising a savings account with a capital base and surplus pledged to be a promise.

Charles A. Johnson Linnie M. Barry Central Park Addition Sid Senate Avenue Twenty-fifty Street Willoughby G. Walling Octave Hebert Davis Sugar Grove Sugar Grove Avenue Twenty-first Street Henry F. Shoemaker Lena B. Webb Ballard’s Columbia Place Cornelius Avenue Forty-fuiri Street Edward C. Leible Indianapolis Water Company Oral Park Jennings’s Northwes Brighton Beach Linneay C. Boyd Same Washington Township Luke W. Duffey Sovereign Realty Company Lookout Garden Vince Wayne Township Emma B. Falk William M. Six Walker East Ohio Street Dorman Street Vermort Street Mary A. Shepherd Francis S. Chatard New Jersey Street New York Street Frank H. Wallace Frederick W. Kortepeter Franklin Township Beech Grove Improvement Company John T. Clapp Beech Grove M. E. Monrean Sarah E. Howard Holliday Garfield Park Rieman Street Boya Street Germany Realty Company Laura M. Dunaway Fern Illinois Street Pratt Eva F.oreans Sylvester V. Vernin Potter’s Brookside Park Ewing Street Newland Avenue Union Trust Company Farle Ramsey Twenty-seventh Street Schurmann Edward J. Robina Harry E. Robertson Bryan Congress Avenue Bryan Street Albert H. Marten Harry Lawton Et al West Park Holmes Avenue Washington Street Arthur WY. Brown Charlies W. Lauer, Jr Shover William H. Barker George Barker Kappes Et al Belmont Blaine Avenue Wilkins Street Arthur L. Wright Roy C. Gault Indianapolis Annette Street Ttis Nagrees

Street transfers and vacant lots in multiple additions

Several property deeds list transfers of lots in Marion Heights, Lancaster Belmont, Gunkle's first, Light's Sugar Grove, Coburn's second, Fletcher's South Brookside, Metsger's Garfield Park, and other additions. Amounts range from $1 to $2,136 with many parcels described as vacant or improved. Locations include Senate Avenue, Bis marck Avenue, Broad Way, Dearborn Street, and surrounding streets. buyers include Kate L. Wilcox trustee, William L. Elder, David F. Smith, Mary E. McFarren, William Bosson, Albert S. Miller, George J. Harrington, Frank E. Cline, Indiana Society for Savings, Amos T. Parker, and W. Hoffert.

Kate L. Wilcox John W. Creenfert Treecr’s Senate Avenue Carleton Avenue Willam L. Elder Curt Tollet Marion Heights Edwards Avenue Sh2by David F. Smith Roy Crider Lancaster Belmont Avercue Bismarck Avenue Lambert Street Mary E. McFarren Linnie B. Wettrick Gunkle Southeastern Avenue Trowbridge Street William Bosson Mary E. Schooler Light Sugar Grove Broadway Sixtieth Street Albert S. Miller Oliver FL Cunningham Coburn Belmont Lee Street Kdoward Street George J. Harrington Zola A. Frost Fletcher Brookside Dearborn Street Thirteenth Street Frank E. Cline Roy E. Claywell Metsger Gardfield Park Raymond Street Ringgold Avenue Indiana Society For Savings Alonzo E. Gordon Marion Park Bigteenth Street Schurmanne Avenue Amos T. Parker Harry N Hempstead Braden Et al Ohio Ys Meridian Street W. Hoffert Alsaberry B Pirat Bec Franklin Township

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