Woman Murdered by Jealous Man in Richmond
In Richmond Indiana on February 13 a colored woman named Carter was shot and killed by Futrell a colored man living at the Carter house. Jealousy is suspected after Carter left home Futrell helped move goods then shot her in the head. Futrell fled the city after a failed suicide attempt. Both workers for the railroad company and Carter formerly lived in Louisville.
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Futrell
Carter
Louisville
C. R. & M. Railroad Company
Grand Jury Probes Policy Playing In County
The county grand jury examined Ollie Lanham and Ed Ford on policy playing on Wednesday afternoon. They are leading agents backing against policy king Kissel and reportedly gave evidence against him and his runners. In recent days 25 agents for Lanham and Ford have been arrested, while none tied to Kissel have been removed. Lanham and Ford met privately with Prosecutor Ruckleshaus for an hour on Tuesday afternoon. he refused to comment.
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Ollie Lanham
Ed Ford
Lanham
Ford
Kissel
Ruckleshaus
Estate of Mary Coburn May Finally Settle Soon
The Mary Coburn estate has eight years of court activity and a possible settlement within weeks. Gen Coburn as administrator hopes Henry Coburn can obtain clear title to a lot to conclude the matter. Henry admits acting for Mary in 1863 and transferring two lots to the estate to settle the debt, noting a defective title on one lot. A sister who had not spoken with a brother for five years briefly met him in his office.
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Mary Coburn
Henry Coburn
Printer's Sudden Death At Lighthouse Mission
Clifford Collins aged 30 was found dead in bed at the Lighthouse mission Tuesday morning. Detectives Trimpe and Hauser investigated and the body was sent to the city morgue. Police noted two days of heavy drinking, with a typographical union card and a membership certificate found on him dated July 2, 1900. A scrap addressed to William B. Williams of the Sentinel was also in his possession, Williams could not be located.
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Clifford Collins
Lighthouse Mission
Trimpe and
Hauser
Typographical Union No
International Typographical Union
Sedalia
William B. Williams
the Sentinel
Williams
Senate approves tax bill to aid assessors in finding hidden taxes
The senate passed Senator Thompson’s bill to assist township and county assessors in detecting hidden taxes. It allows tax officers to seek affidavits in circuit court and obtain warrants with no appeal, aiming to curb evasion while preserving constitutionality. The measure also permits bank book examinations to uncover deposits.
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Senate
Thompson
Residents oppose Michigan Street route change petition
A large local delegation urged the Board of Works to reject altering the Michigan street route from Highland to Belle. Some residents doubted the petition’s integrity, with one man alleging the heading was altered after he signed, suggesting possible fraud.
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Michigan-st
Highlandave
Belle-st
Board of Works
Republicans split over Minturn reform bill and primary pledge
Senator Matson, chair of the elections committee, says the Minturn bill may pass the senate if no broader reform measure gains wide support. He notes several prominent Republicans oppose the Minturn bill while urging a state wide reform law. Names W A Ketcham Frank Littleton Robert Martindale are cited as opposers.
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Marion
W. A. Ketchan
Frank Littleton
Robert Martindale
Ketcham
Littleton
Marion Club
Matson
Elections Committee
House
Joss
Kealing backs rail stock bill in Indiana Senate
Senate action shows Joe Kealing lobbying for bill 290 that allows railroads to increase capital stock by stockholder consent. Joss of Marion county introduced the measure. he heads a company seeking a Danville line franchise. Kealing’s exact aims remain unclear as he also aids Fort Wayne charter amendments in the house.
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Joe Kealing
Joss
Marion County
Kealing
Danville
Marion County Commissioners
Fort Wayne
House
Senate
Narrow escape for Indiana voting machine bill in house
The Indiana house faced a tight vote as Robertson moved to strike the enacting clause. The speaker called the nay vote strongest and the bill advanced to engrossment. The measure would allow county commissioners to buy and require machines, with debates over compulsory use and price reductions from 600 to 400 dollars and inspection fees from 150 to 50 dollars. The governor would appoint the commission to approve all machine makes before sale.
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Robertson
Indiana
Senators Clash Over Rail Bill Amid Protests
In a debate on railroads, Senators In man Binkley and others opposed a bill they said protected existing lines to block new competitors. The vote ended 37 to 8 in favor of the bill, which sparked lengthy oratory in the chamber.
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Mond &. Muncie
Inman
Binkley
Indiana GOP Convention Confirms Storms Elected President
The Indiana Lincoln league elected Daniel E. Storms Lafayette as president by acclamation at the Masonic hall convention while a tight vote split the vice presidency between Samuel Crumbaker Evansville and W. A. Stevens Columbus. Terre Haute was chosen as the 1902 meeting site.
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Lincoln
Indiana
Hernly
State Committee
Indianapolis
Terre Haute
A. F. Knotts
Hammond
Storms
Daniel E. Storms
Lafayette
Samuel Crumbaker
Evansville
W. A. Stevens
Columbus
Dream Warns Wife Prevents Mine Injury
Mrs. Edward Wilson dreamt her husband was hurt by falling slate in the mine. She kept him home Tuesday night and Wednesday but he went to the mine and was severely injured by a falling slate block.
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Brazil
Ind
Sps
Edward Wilson
Bloody riot in Saragossa as guards fire on mob
Report from Saragossa dated February 13 notes an intervention between police and an anti clerical crowd after inflammatory speeches. Guards fired revolvers, killing one and wounding six as unrest spread. Royal marriage contract reportedly signed Tuesday and army rumored to side with disturbers amid fear of wider revolution across Spain.
Marriage Contract Signed Amid Madrid Unrest
The marriage contract of Princess Maria de la Mercedes and Prince Charles of Bourbon was signed on Tuesday night. A Madrid riot injured gendarmes and prompted guards to fire. the disturbance drew in civil guards and hussars. Fears of a broader Spain revolution and possible army involvement followed the clashes.
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Madrid
Maria de la Mercedes
Prince Charles of Bourbon
el Heraldo
Hussars
Spain
Kingan and Co Flows Oil Well Near River
Kingan and Co reports a flowing oil well near the river, producing about ten barrels per day after being struck Tuesday. State geologist Blatchley notes the porous Trenton rock is patchy around Indianapolis, unlike the continuous belt farther out, with Broad Ripple wells showing deeper flows. The company plans to burn the oil in furnaces if kept up and may drill more wells if supply holds.
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Kingan & Co
Blatchley
Trenton
Indianapolis
Broad Ripple
Kingan’s
Kingan's
Fatal Wreck on the Pennsylvania Railroad at Plymouth
In Plymouth Indiana a Pennsylvania railroad wreck during a Wednesday morning freight run left Fireman Glenn dead. Brakeman Smith crushed limbs and likely to die. Engineer Thompson seriously hurt. A double headed freight failed air brakes, collided with an engine, sending five cars into a ditch. Fort Wayne is the home of the three men.
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Plymouth
Ind
Pennsylvania Railroad
Glenn
Smith
Thompson
Fort Wayne
Into the Trap Victims Pursue Peddler Plot at Lutz Saloon
Officers Trimpe and Hauser arrested two men who entered Lutz saloon to stall peddler A. L. Cross. Suspects Preston Reeves Seymour Indiana and Thomas R. Pope Greenwood Illinois followed Cross for an hour and attempted to coax him into a closet. The bartender alerted police.
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Trimpe
Hauser
Lutz’ Saloon
Preston Reeves
Seymour
Ind
Thos. R. Pope
Greenwood
8. C
A. L. Cross
Heeves
Pope
Cross
House Speaker Criticizes Clerks Over Dead Bills
Speaker Artman condemned careless house clerks as he read bill 86 for second reading. He declared the bill dead after committee postponement and questioned the expense of printing bills killed in committee. The clerk appeared embarrassed and offered no explanation.
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Artman
House
Sunday school benefit concert at Plymouth church
A Sunday school toy band at Plymouth church will stage a benefit concert for Covenant congregation Sunday school on February 18. Assistants include Harry Forter Miss Maley Mr Mercier and Miss Messing. Tickets are sold at Court House Monarch groceries Zimmer's Huder's rug stores Brown Harmeyer Smith shoe stores Désch.
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Plymouth Church
News Toys
Covenant Congregation
Harry Forter
Miss Maley
Mr. Mercier
Miss Messing
Court House
Monarch Groceries
Zimmer
Fort Wayne Charter Reform Faces Senate Fight
In the senate on Wednesday, Fort Wayne’s charter amendment reached third reading. Senator Kell of Fort Wayne forced a full reading, delaying passage to stall the measure amid strong opposition from Fort Wayne Democrats.
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Senate
Fort Wayne
Kell
Mob Demolishes Saloon in Winfield Axlided Fight
A mob of 200 men attacked a saloon run by Henry Schmidt in Winfield Kansas injuring Schmidt's son with an ax and a crusader named Miss Denny. The raid occurred on Wednesday February 13. Local authorities investigate the liquor disturbance.
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Winfield, Kas
Henry Schmidt
Schmidt
Miss Denny
Crusaders
Thompson Improves as Life of Author Persists
Maurice Thompson the author remains alive in Crawfordsville Indiana and is reported stronger on Wednesday than since Saturday. Local coverage notes his continuing fragile condition and cautious recovery amid reports from his home.
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Crawfordsville
Ind
Maurice Thompson
City Life notes arrest of peddler and teen theft case
Lawrence Black, 67, was arrested near Capitol Ave and North St for peddling needles and pins and allegedly abusing customers. A teen suspect, described as in his teens, reportedly found a coat to steal, leading detectives Holtz Morgan Gerber and Dugan to recover him at 515 Indiana Ave. The case heads to Saturday court. Meanwhile Marion club hosts fifth annual dance at the German House with grand march by President C. C. Perry and ex presidents. entertainment committee chaired by Charles P Bendict.
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Lawrence Black
Capitol Ave
North St
John _ William Henry Jackson
Indianapolis
Holtz
Morgan
Gerber
Dugan
Indiana Ave
Marion Club
C. C. Perry
Charles P Bendict
Ichairman
Crack Shots Fourth Grand Central Handicap Kickoff at Limited Club
The fourth grand central handicap shotgun tournament opened at the Limited Gun Club with 14 events at 18 targets and a $1.50 entry per day. Friday features the principal 2h-live handicap with a $25 entry. rounds end when the second round starts. Top shooters listed include Connor Tripp Sconce Crosby Gilbert Fanning Parry Pike Tulford Apperson and Head among others.
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Hot Springs
Indianapolis
Connor
Tripp
Pike
Tulford
Gilbert
Sconce
Fanning
Crosby
Irwin
Courtney
Connors
Apperson
Bingham
Parry
Head
Fulford
Marshal
Partington
Scott
Fort
Bingham and
Directory Out Reveals Debate Over Higgins in City Roll
The new Indianapolis city directory lists population at about 211000 and details a heated dispute over whether John Higgins should be included among municipal officers. Officials differ. some say his conviction bars him, others say he should be listed. the city attorney ultimately allows his inclusion in the council roll.
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Indianapolis
John Higgins
Court House
Higgins
Negley
Woman Tried to Cremate Child After Diphtheria Death
Mrs. Frank Miller of Starlight Indiana became insane after the death of a child from diphtheria and Tuesday attempted to cremate another child by placing it on a red hot stove. The child was badly burned but is expected to recover.
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Louisville
Frank Miller
Starlight
Ind
Death of Mrs Myla Antrim in Went Newton area
Mrs Myla Antrim aged 69 died at her home near Went Newton Tuesday night after a long illness Bright's disease listed as the cause. The obituary notes she had been a resident of the area for many years and leaves behind relatives in the community.
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Myla Antrim
Bright
Went
Newton
Thieves Raid Farms. Hines and Bigelow Appear in Court
John Hines and Mildred Bigelow faced police court on Wednesday with Hines jailed on a 450 dollar fine and 120 days, and Bigelow fined 25 dollars with days. Farmers traveled a snow blanketed route west of Indianapolis tracking a haul linked to harness thefts during a raid on January 29.
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John Hines
Mildred Bigelow
John Drew
Mildred
Hines
Indianapolis
Asa McCurdy
Charles E. Dickerson
Henry Smith
Kindergarten Tax Bill Advances to Engrossment
A one cent tax per $100 for free kindergarten societies moved to engrossment in the house after arguments by the Indianapolis society. Opposition faded once the work’s benefits were explained, and the bill was amended to apply generally beyond Marion county.
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Indianapolis Society
Committee On Affairs of
Indianapolis
Marion County
Weather Outlook for Indianapolis Feb 12–14
Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity covers the 30 hours ending 8 p.m. Feb 14. Warmer, fair weather expectedWednesday night and Thursday. Early temperatures show 7 a.m. reading of 14 degrees, noon at 21, and 2 p.m. at 26.
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Indianapolis
Flower Show in Tomlinson Hall Nov 5–9 in Anderson
Indiana floral festival and chrysanthemum show set for Tomlinson Hall November 5 to 9 with a grand stage setup electrical and orchid displays and a suction day. Officers include President Ford UL Mayer and others. executive committee chaired by William G Bettermann will run the event. premium and rule lists issued. A nearby gas well near Knights Town is reported as a gusher.
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Indiana
Tomlinson Hall
Ford UL. Mayer
H. P. Wasson
J. A. Stuart
Anderson
Ind
William F. Milholland
William G. Bettermann
Sugar Tariff Row Sparks U S Russia Trade Clash
Washington reports Secretary Gage urged a tariff on Russian sugar claiming a subsidy boosts exports. Russia warned of retaliation by taxing American goods. The move follows a prior withdrawal after diplomat protests and signals a broader commercial skirmish between the two nations.
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Unites States
Russia
Gage
They Robbed the Buechert Trunk in Kansas City
Two boys Clarence Gordon of nail ana and Roy Riley of New York were arrested in Kansas City and confessed the Buechert robbery. They had 870 in gold in a shot bag and claimed to have seen two men bury something. Supt Quigley wired Kansas City authorities to hold the boys and send particulars. Report dated Terre Haute February 3.
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Rice
Catt
Quigley
Kansas City
Terre Haute
New Officers Elected by Improved Order of K P Grand Lodge
The Tuesday meeting of the Improved Order K P gran lodge elected officers led by Past Grand Commander Heggart as grand commander and John Heinlein as grand vice commander. The third annual ball followed at the German House Tuesday night with attendees from the lodge and guests.
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K. of P
Gran Lodge
E. M. Heggart
John Heinlein
Gran
S. M. Smith
S. B. Groves
Theodore Langbein
Gottfried Mongninger
Willia Ragan
William Gotta
Henry Wetzel
Henry Glaevecke
Robbers after J. B. Offutt linked to prior hold up
J. B. Offutt of Mercer and Offutt yard dealers identifies Morley and Hagerty as the two men who tried to rob Calvin Bray near Senate Avenue and Maryland Street about a month ago. Bray carried a large sum of money and escaped after the assailants stepped from behind a tree.
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J. B. Offutt
Mercer & Offutt
Steol Yards
Morley and Hagerty
Calvin Bray
Senate Ave
Maryland-st
Bankers Endorse Bills On Inspectors And Check Fraud
State bankers association met in Denison Tuesday to oppose a bill for an inspector of private tanks and its effect on current tax law. They endorsed a measure punishing promiscuous drawing of checks by unbalantaged accounts. Chairman R L O Hair of Citizens Bank Greencastle and secretary C L Farrell of Indianapolis Capital National attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Bankers’ Association
Denson
R. L. O’hair
Citizens’ Bank
Greencastle
Leander Cox Dies at 75 Longtime Warren Farmer
Leander Cox 75 a well known Warren township farmer died Wednesday morning of heart trouble. He had lived on his farm east of Irvington for many years.
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Leander Cox
Warren Township
Irvington
City Board directs alley paving and sidewalk work
The Board of Works orders the city engineer to prepare papers for grading and graveling the first alley of Buchanan Street from Wright Street east, gravel roadway, cement sidewalks, curbing in Graceland area from street to first alley, north for action.
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Board of Works
Buchanan-st
Wright-st
Graceland
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