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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1908
Page
1
In New York on February 14 authorities report a sensational abduction case involving Little Carlton Clark. The child, described as bright and loved, was in the care of Mrs Geza Kremer when taken. Geraldine Clark claims she abducted the boy with consent from his adoptive guardian.
Hungry burglars entered the Yow and Rodehamell residences on Talbott avenue stealing meat, a silver mug, a razor, and other edibles. Police hold the case as investigators review the break in and consider possible motives.
The Picture Post Gard fad brings back valentines via load of cards at the Indianapolis post office. Crowds overwhelm counters as funny and floral designs surge. officials estimate about 40,900 cards will pass through carriers with many children and adults seeking greetings on St Valentine’s Day.
Pittsburg residents rush perishable goods to safety as weather bureau warns of possible flood. High temperatures and forecast heavy rains threaten meltwater from Allegheny and Youghiogheny rivers. Rivers and streams rise, outlets at risk of overflowing by evening.
Col Wallace A Downs aged 54 died at Roosevelt Hospital after a long illness. He commanded the Sevents-first New York regiment in Cuba during the Spanish American War and suffered appendicitis that caused his death.
Congress member James E. Watson resents a proposed extortion scheme linked to a smoker event. The gathering drew a large audience and intensified scrutiny of lobbying influence.
In Wabash Indiana delegates from across the state fill the town with hospitality and social events as Republicans gather for a Lincoln Prague meeting. Citizens open homes for tired delegates while Eagles Hall hosts a big smoker drawing crowds. continued on page 4.
A selection of bargains includes blue and white enamel dishes at 39 cents, women’s suits reduced from 25 to 9 dollars, dress materials at 29 cents, silk waists at 2.48, 5 valued items, and boys’ knee pants 12 cents.
The Brunaugh murder case is delayed from February 4 to March 2 after an agreement in court. Attorney John W. Kern cited inability to prepare by Feb. 24, and Jot Wunean agreed to the one week postponement. Witnesses summoned for February 4 will be notified of the new date.
The Northeast W. C. T. U. will meet tomorrow afternoon in the Christian church at Seventeenth street and Martindale avenue for the observance of Francis E. Willard memorial day. A special program has been planned for this gathering.
Bicyele Officers Hall and Simon raided the barn at 29 N Addison St. and found no evidence of a chicken fight. Charles Blaisdell, a huckster, rented the barn and employs several drivers. Neighbors misheard chickens and assumed a fight during mornings.
Frank J. Noll and the Board of Public Works prepare new Ashes and Sweepings contract specifications. The draft mirrors the Gemmer & Henry terms but City Council previously rejected that bid. The contract with the longest bid is expected to start in May.
Philadelphia report details Martin Bratye and John Bartolett found dead in Brady home cellar. Brady clutched a detached gas meter valve assembly while police suspect they died while attempting to force money from the meter to buy whisky. Mrs Brady absent, Bartolett visiting.
In Janesville Wisconsin on February 13 Mrs Martha Anderson was found dead in her rooms with her head nearly severed by a razor slash. She is the third woman to die violently in the city within two months. District Attorney Fisher promises a thorough investigation though authorities suspect self destruction. Madelyn Clayton an actress and Miss Jennie Malone were found in the river near the same spot in recent weeks, deaths not yet explained.
In Denison on May 10 19%, Parl Bannister Griffith 18 was ejected from the Denison hotel after being served drinks and later fined in police court. His mother Mrs Sallie Griffith sues proprietor Maurice Donnelly and the Denison hotel company for damages claiming humiliation and loss of custom. The defense asserts the boy was already intoxicated and had entered the hotel after drinking at another saloon.
One hundred of the new rifles, model 199 rechambered for ammunition ashes, have been received for use by the team at Camp Perry in September.
The secretary of state listed new filings including Lafayette Conservatory of Music in Lafayette with capital stock and directors Lafayette Conservatory of Music Lena M Baer Susie Baer and Alma Crowden. Selvin Creamery Company in Selvin with capital stock 4700 Edward Stone president and C E Springstein secretary. Kokomo Sanitary Milk and Ice Cream Company in Kokomo with capital stock 10000 directors S P Draper H L Draper A Wise. Midland Glue Company in West Virginia applying for Indiana admittance.
Washington D.C. February 13 The president orders two companies of infantry from Fort Gibbon Alaska to Fairbanks Alaska to quell disorders tied to a miners strike. Acting Secretary of War Oliver relayed the order after court and attorney general discussions with Bonaparte and the president. General Bell forwarded the orders to the military commander at Fort Gibbon.
Illness of Marion county grand jury member W. T. Steel delays the jury’s final report. The panel had planned to file on Thursday and now expects to submit next Monday as previously anticipated.
Ruth Miller, nine, died after eating cheap bonbons sent by note labeled Sweets to Ella Miller in Kansas City on February 18. Four other children suffered temporary distress but recovered. coroner to investigate motive and exact poison strife around the Miller family. Ella Miller, fourteen, once worked at Schwarzs Child & Silverburger packing. family cites no known enemies or sweetheart.
Mrs. Martha Greble died Tuesday evening at her daughter Mrs Fielding Brewer's home in Southport after a stroke of paralysis following a street car accident. Funeral services were held at the home Thursday.
Congressman Charles N. Fowler of New Jersey and chair of the banking and currency committees will address the Board of Trade Friday evening on Financial and Currency Legislation. The meeting is called by the Board of Trade and the Commercial Club.
Prosecutor Elliott R. Hanran says 23 blind tiger cases will be set for trial once the state case against Harry Branaugh is disposed of. The cases stem from arrests of saloon keepers charged with selling liquor on Sundays.
Ralph Mayers of 626 Weghorst St on the South side has a 110 subscriber Sun newspaper route. His territory includes Weghorst Lincoln Minnesota Iowa East and Newsts as he hustles to add homes daily.
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