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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1904

Page

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Japanese Bombard Port Arthur Rumors Stir London

London reports Friday that Japanese vessels renewed the attack on Port Arthur and Russian ships fought back. The dispatch is unconfirmed but rumors spread from Shanghai. Hakodate and Port Arthurfalls are disputed. Officials warn about transmission delays and speculative reports amid war news.

London Port Arthur Hakodate Reiler Por Arthur Ars Hered Korean Peninsula Flrat Shanghai Tts Amiral Atark Skrydlo

China May Seize Manchuria Without Fear of Protest

Washington dispatch outlines doubts that major powers would force China to observe neutrality if it moved to reclaim Manchuria by force. It notes Russia’s army buildup and argues China could act to preserve its territorial integrity without violating promises, while contending Neutrals could not compel restraint. Continued discussion promised on page two.

Washington China Hay Manchuria Russia Ching Tn Wo Allana Tunain Er Tropa Tifa

Contracts for Shelter Houses Declared Void

A Riverside park shelter home contract is ruled void by attorney Warrum, due to city funds shortage when approved. Payments of 4050 for work already done may be subject to recovery. the issue of refunding is undecided. Also reports the funeral of 16-year-old Alice Youngs, whose mother expresses grief after postponement and burial in Anderson Cemetery.

Park Board Riverside Park Thera Mit Mia Alice Younga Nevada

Weather forecast for 56 hours ending February 13

Forecast calls for rain tonight and Saturday with rising temperatures. Temperatures recorded show 72 m at 7 pm, 17 at noon, 22 at 2 pm. Generally fair and warmer with track conditions at Kentucky age. Board of works reports granting car company permit to compete. Temporary track developments noted on Kentucky.

Kentucky Board of Works Graftad Memperar Aya Fidl Cotareek Acy Saceely

Governor Orders Return of McDonald Bedford

Gov Durbin ordered James Meeks arrested for the murder of Barsh Schafer and sent to Jeffersonville for safekeeping, then returned to Bedford. The Bedford mayor’s earlier commitment of McDonald to the reformatory drew Gov. Durbin’s strongest rebuke, described as the most audacious proceeding the governor had heard of, insisting laws be followed.

Dothin Han Bedford Cane Cal George Lockwood oMfciaia Laning McDonald Indang Reformatory Durbin Jamen Mee Barsh Schafer Jefersonville

The Reduction of Detective Adolph Asch to Patrolman

Board of safety reduced Detective Adolph Asch to the ranks as a patrolman. Ex-superintendents and police judges dispute the move, calling it a detriment to the service and praising Asch as energetic and capable. Notable figures James F. Quigley and George W. Powell defend his detective work and oppose rank reduction.

Adolph Asch James F. Quigley Board of Public Safety Asch Quigley Board of Safety Adalah Asch Te Pa Use Department Agrvria BUN Police Poher Arch Detter Eines Aech Dogan Una Diexan Ncutor Tone Pohet Court Dewotyy Uex Cox Wald Geo. W. Powell Putine Sid Aed

Folly of a Woman and a Desperate Plea for Help

Kate Kimsey, 39 W. Boutheat, begs Desks sergt to lock her up after admitting she left her husband for a man who proved unworthy. She recalls heartbreak, shame, and a wish to be isolated from society as she and officers pursue the man she says ruined her life. Separate report notes a municipal dispute over building abstructions near the canal and a city engineer's finding pending removal.

Tifa Mer Kate Kimisey W. Boutheat Behwab Mrs. Kinmey

AdVerisers Mundy Guide Cites Sun as Only Indianapolis Paper

The Morre advertising agency of New York tests the directory for accuracy and reliability. The Sun is the sole Indianapolis newspaper listed with a sworn circulation statement, a notable claim amid intense competition among local papers.

Mundy Guide Lyman Moree New York Prema Morre Indianapolis Thic Sun Morte Direestory Tee Bun United States Viey

Senator Hanna Near Death Amid Typhoid Crisis

Washington reports indicate Senator Hanna's condition has deteriorated to a near fatal stage as typhoid fever worsens. Doctors employ stimulant solutions and small feedings while signaling a possible turning point if fever abates and strength returns. Dan Hanna of Cleveland rushed to Washington as news spreads to diplomatic and clerical circles.

Washington Hanna Dan Hanna Cleveland Meia Tan Hanna

Leaky pipe triggers alarm at Levy Printing House

A damaged teak on the automate air pipes between Levy Printing House and Central Fire Station caused an alarm at 190 pm Friday. No fire at the plant, but hot ashes from a stove at 3% Mingourt St sparked a small blaze at W T Ball's home with minor losses. Additional defective wiring caused two other small fires.

Lavy Broad Printery Central Fire Station Maryland Mingourt St

Trial of the cane of George Grigesby halted in court

The case against George Grigesby, former engineer for the C H and Dy railroad, stalled after Judge McMeater sustained a demurrer. The long pending suit seeks 95.00 damages for alleged obstruction of employment, with amended complaint due. Proceedings moved from room 3 to Judge Se Master’s court, previously overruled by Judge Carter. Millwaukee scene notes follow with ship and rail references and unrelated items.

George Grigesby Superior Court McStaater Giriegnby Wudeur

Probing Death of Attorney Parker J Baice Examined

Coroner Harry Talewiler opened an inquiry into Parker J Baice death. Dr George D Kahlo testified the attorney had threatened self harm but no poison was found. Kahlo deemed death due to heart weakness and exertion. Relatives were summoned as physicians and judges provided statements.

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Heartbroken boy faces court over mother’s future

Homar Weaver, a boy about to be separated from his helpless mother, pleads in Juvenile Court for help. He quit a mill job due to dust sickness and begs officials to allow him to return home to care for his mother amid charity aid and probation supervision.

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Brick Pavement Improvements and Fire Destroy Cottages

In Callows the works board adopts improvement resolutions for Frick Street and neighboring arteries. Fourteen cottages at White Sulphur resort in Owingsville were destroyed by fire, with contents burned and the danger reported February 31.

Callows Frick Street Pennsylvaniacat Bouth-st Merrill-wt Comentwalke—Bellefontamest Owingsville

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