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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1905

Page

2

Buechert Leads Indiana Thieves Ring Exposed

In Indianapolis detectives pursue Buechert the junk shop kingpin tied to a five to six year theft ring across Missouri and McCarthy streets. Officers Manning Simon Kinney and Rogers handle the bulk of work with Walter Cox and Seelbner leading the initial arrest for purchasing stolen watches. Ephe Epsteins location and Maples Worthy, laborers and fence connections, surface in the probe as stolen coats shoes harnesses and other goods surface from warehouses and private shops.

Buechert Missouri Amt Manning Simon Beta UN Indianapolis Bucehert Walter Cox Seelbner Almos Miswouri McCarthy St Lori Emmet Manies Fraight Bealings

Young woman anxious to die in opium ruin

A distraught young woman, May Johnson, a former ward, laments opium and morphine use and threatens self harm if jailed for allegedly stealing from a tailor, recounting her descent, family links, and a past marriage name as Virgie Pulliam. She blames addiction for her downfall and pleads forgiveness.

May Johnson Lee Dillon Opi Sey Roe Dean

Tragedy in Richmond Special to The Bun

In Richmond Indiana Fel 16 Willian Modlin 20 tried to kill his wife on the street by shooting her in the head. After she fell he slashed his throat with a pocket knife and surrendered at the police station. Wounds not dangerous. wife hospitalized. bullet passed behind her right eye and near her right ear. The couple had been living apart for two years.

Richmond Ind Willian Wv Modlin

Picture PHM valued at over three million dollars

The estate of Picture PHM, a notable horseman and breeder, is valued at at least 3,250,009 dollars. An administrator was sought for Mrs. Elizabeth Downing of Allegheny, Pa., with Walter K. Smith named as administrator in New York Surrogate Thermay’s filing.

Ecripps-Arae Press Assoctation New York Pitcbure Ethc Mra Elizabeth Downing Allegheny

Gratitude Prompts Testimony to Pyramid Pile Cure

A Philadelphia reader testifies that Pyramid Pile Cure cured her bleeding piles after eight years, including a severe protruding case after childbirth. She praises its quick three day effect and urges others to buy, noting available fifty cent and dollar packages and suppositories.

Tme Lota Iple Mra. F. Ancott Unity St Frankford Philadelphia Druggtata Pre Co. Marahgil, Stch

Senator Parks Wins Real Estate Contract Reform

Senator Parks, after 42 days in the Senate, advances a bill to curb binding real estate commission contracts. Proponents say current laws force inflated fees and hinder brokers and buyers. The measure aims to simplify listings and reduce burdens on property owners and agents.

Parke Senate Parks

Fish Tells How He Got Rid Of His Mother-In-Law

In Superior Court Willan Fisch testified about defending against his wife Katherine Fishs alleged harassment. He described his mother in law provoking trouble, an attempt to stir conflict, and a plan to escape the situation by leaving with his daughter. His wife sought legal advice on getting a divorce but was told there were no grounds.

Fish Willan Fisch Katherine Fish Rame Flah

Washington Birthday Observances At Local Clubs And Churches

The Sons of the Revolution hold an Washington birthday event at the Commercial Club on Wednesday evening February 2. Rev Lewin Brown preaches at St Pauls Church Sunday morning. A birthday smoker at the Commercial Club features several addresses with prayers by Rev Brown and Allan Poilputt, an address by Rt Rev J M Francia bishop of Indianapolis, remarks by Col John te Barnett, and greetings from Gov Hanly and Mayor Holtzman.

Washington Society of the Sons of the Revolution Commercial Club Lewin Brown St. Paul's Church Mr. Brown Allan B. Poilputt Tey J. M. Francia Indinapolis Col John ‘Te Barnett Gov Hanly Mayor Holtzman

Hines Former Policeman Hangs Self in Barn

Adolph J. Hines a former policeman hanged himself with a halter strap in his barn. His eldest daughter married on Feb 8 and moved to Lockport New York. He became despondent over her departure.

FT. Wayne Ind Med Adolph J. Hines Lockport

Tobacco Trust Lobby Active in Legislature

A historic threat of night sessions looms as the Indiana General Assembly faces graft bills and intense lobby pressure. The tobacco trust and railroad interests are described as pressing for favorable outcomes while reform measures stall.

Tobacco Trust Lobby General Assembly Indiana Litiani Mantsarsiong Senate HL India Youdees Trust Marien Corner Golthead Wheelers

Death of Gen Wallace obituary note from Crawfordsville

A lengthy obituary recounts General Wallace life from Indiana birth to Civil War service, including his roles as adjutant general, colonel of the Indiana Volunteers, territorial governor of New Mexico, and famed author of Renowned works like Ren Hur. It notes his residence in Crawfordsville, his private estate and workshop, and his literary success and stage dramatization. The piece highlights his connections with notable figures and his late literary and personal pursuits.

Fordavillo David Wallace Sun Indiana Esther Test Test Lidiana Coyneton Ind Susan Arnulf Elston Crawfordsville Wales New Mexico Turkey Wallace Fair God Gen Benjamoin Harrison India Malkateon Wis Patepalye Holy Land Hla Muasion Wallace Aa Crawfordaville Run Mtoty Na Lake Hin Place Gen. Wallace Allong

Comrade in arms Gen Wallace dies after six decades of friendship

Postrunner George F McGinnis recalls a lifelong bond with Gen Wallace. The two men met as young officers in Indiana militia and later served in the Civil War. McGinnis says their acquaintance began in independent military organizations and grew through annual state encampments and later army service.

George F. McGinnis Gen. Wallace Gen. McGignin Bun Ric Ginnis Crawfordavilla Indianapolis Stnto National Guard

Hallman Named Hoosier Captain For Next Season

Hallman to captain the Indiana Hoosiers next year and man the keystone if he remains with Williamsport. Manager Barrow traded Ed Donahue to Kansas City for Hallman, who insists he will not play for Tebeau. The veteran infielder aims to steady the youngsters with experience.

Billy Traliman Hoosiers Williamsport Imanage Barrow Ed Donahue Philadelphia Kahoe Kansan City Hallman Tebeau

Big Ice Field at Rising All

Thousands of sightseers flock to the frozen riverfront as ice forms and foreshadows damage. Reports describe rising waters, shifting ice, and dangerous currents along the river. Residents prepare for more breakups as boats and barges seek safe harbors and authorities monitor conditions.

Apportionment Deadlock Shapes State Map Debate

A fragmented description of the state legislative apportionment process outlines likely caucus actions and county representations. It notes Marion Morgan and Farnham counties with possible joint representation and a contested statewide plan debated by legislative leaders and parties.

Hank Mam Elkinas Bigen Meigen Marion County

Tallest Man in State Dies in Tragic Incident

Fragmentary OCR notes report the death of a very tall man described as the state's tallest. The text is garbled with stray phrases about mood tonics and digestive aids, but the core event points to a fatal incident involving a notably tall individual.

Soothing Syrup for Children by Mrs Winmow

An old nurse's remedy asserts the product soothes teething pain, eases gum discomfort, relieves wind colic and diarrhoea, and calms infants. Sold at twenty five cents per bottle, marketed as the universal cure for teething troubles.

Pacific Coast Tickets Offer Low Daily rail rates

Unclear itinerary lists Chicago to San Francisco and Seattle area cities via the Chicago Dylan Pacific and Northwestern Line with daily and personally conducted excursions. Includes Pullman tourist sleeping cars from Chicago to Portland San Francisco and San Angeles with berth only 7.0. Fast trains and dining cars referenced.

Pacific Coast Chicago San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Tacoma Seattle Victoria Vancouver Dylan Pacific Northwestern Poliu San Angeles Deybie

Tears and Confession From Mrs Maybrick in Path to Liberty

Special to The 3unl New York reports Mrs Maybrick, after ten years of confinement, tearfully pleads for mercy and clemency. She recalls visiting the Tombs and Chamberlain Ward, asking hopes for release while her husband faces his own trials. The piece notes her emotional appeal and lingering doubts about justice.

Roosevelt Plans Southern Trip With Hunting Stops

President Roosevelt will travel south next month budgeting a medical visit and a campaign appearance. He plans to visit Washington after leaving Oyster Bay, then proceed to San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin. After San Antonio he will stop in Houston and may extend into Colorado for a four to two week hunting trip chasing game.

Bcritvs Avraf Pitess Association Washington Rpc Taget Roosevelt Oyster Bay Marea Una Oe San Antunig Colorado

Local tragedy reported in terse wire service note

A brief dispatch from Huston reports a man identified as Charles J. Gagan, described as an agent associated with New York firms, died by suicide amid unclear circumstances. The exact details and affiliations are obscured in the fragmentary OCR text.

Bacon Egripps-Mrae Press Association Huston Web Charles J. Gagan New York Carnile Ming

Interurban Time Card Details Indy to Peru Trains

The Jan 1905 schedule for the Indiana Union Traction Co shows through service from Indianapolis to Peru via the Logansport division. Limited and frequent through trains depart Indianapolis at 7 am 11 am 3 pm 7 pm 1:30 pm and other listed times, with through runs shifted from Logansport to Peru on the Indianapolis and Logansport division.

Indiana Union Traction Company Muncie UY Pe Lodianapolis Logransport Peru Lokenngwort Indianapolis Indianapolis & Loganaport Indians Northern Tradition Co Logaceport

Greenfield Lines trains from Indianapolis and beyond

Indianap olis and Eastern Ry Co offers Greenfield lines with 5:55 am start and hourly runs to Greenfield and intermediate points. Service covers Grenier Kalentstown New Castle Dublin Cambridge City Richmond Dayton Lima Columbus Hamilton Cincinnati and more with express cars to Greenfield arriving 7:35 am and departing 6:00 am. other times 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm.

Indianapolis & Eastern Ry. Co Grenier Kalentstown New Castle Dublin Cambridge City Richmond Dayton Lima Sueinguelt Columbus Hamilton Cincinnai Pennty Ohios Greenfild Knightstown

Indianapol is and North Western Traction Timetable No 10

Defective schedule for Lafayette and war stations shows trains leaving Indianapolis at 5 10 pm and 6 11 pm. Local trains run hourly except on certain days, with connections to Crawfordsville and Frankfort. Cards list agents F D Norval and C G Reynolds at Lebanon and Indianapolis stations for information.

Indianapolis & North Western Traction CO Lafayette Deave Indianapole Kia. m Ladane Crawfordavilie Indianapolis Etapana Wall Febaway Frankfort Crawfordaville Indianapalla Prankfort St. Louis

Indianapolis & Southern Traction Through Trains Schedule

Through passenger trains depart the Interurban Terminal for Greenwood Whiteland Franklin and other points with the first car at a specified morning time and hourly runs until 8 10 pm The schedule notes through trains leaving at 40 10 and 135 pm for intermediate points and directs Maple and Delaware lines to Virginia from the north end of the viaduct with city limits mentioned though text is partially garbled

mThrough Greenwood Whiteland Franklin Phinberg

Charles I8 Betrothed to Poet in Whitaker Tale

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a betrothal involving a poet and a noble, with references to a Latinor Greek styled ceremony and a potential Danish or British link. The text is garbled but hints at a literary marriage or alliance connecting poets and regional rulers within a historic setting.

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