18 Feb 1905
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1905
Page
1
Cyrus Davis of Bloomfield labels senators who voted Saturday to postpone consideration of the measure as cowards in a provocative public statement. The author singles out the lawmakers for delaying action on the contested bill as described in the scanned transcript.
The Senate delayed action on a Davis bill barring legislators, judges and officials from accepting railroad passes and free telegraph and phone services. Republicans opposed the measure, voting for postponement amid heated debate as Democrats pressed to proceed. The bill, which has no emergency clause, was set for Thursday consideration in a noisy session dominated by procedural moves and partial support from both parties.
Mrs Chadwick appears in a brown hat and fur coat as creditors’ claims are reviewed in federal bankruptcy court in Cleveland. The session, led by Judge Saintington, sees scores of minor claims itemized. Newton’s claim against her draws attention, though she declines comment.
Connersville report states Robert W. Alexander a traveling salesman for A F Lothaper company of Indianapolis wed Miss W. Preasler in Connersville on a Tuesday morning. The ceremony was performed by Reverend T. H. Woyed.
Bessie Griswold, who wed Leon Griswold at 15, was granted a divorce by Judge McMaster on Saturday. The judge criticized perjury at the marriage license desk and warned the man swearing to legal age. The decree forbids remarriage for two years. Griswold says she and Leon wed two years ago and lived together two months. Her mother recalls plans to move to St Louis and Leon left on a freight train, never to return.
A pad jury closed its February term Saturday after returning 12 indictments and examining witnesses. The death of George Rankin remains unresolved due to officers failing to locate Mortens Deputy, a key witness, and may be dropped. Indictments include Ada Cottrell for stealing a ring valued at $1 from Michael Smith. George Farlow for assault on Jesse Cooper. John Mountain for assault on Elsie Miller. Oren Cottrell for stealing $9 in clothing from Owen Conrail. Samuel Willis for theft of a vest from the Spencer house. Horace Hubbard for embezzling 37 from Pettis Dry Goods Company. Grand jury discharged George Hi, Fred Eleleser, darry Wet, David Good, Clarence Habe yard, Willis Owes, Marty Sieming, Ad bert Warren, Scott Jones and Bert Col ling.
The Indianapolis and Cincinnati Traction Company announces Monday service. Cars from Shelby line will operate, with changes near Prospect Street and Michigan due to tracks and car sizes.
A compact weather note presents a device called the Weather Spotter that supposedly moves and measures the weather. It claims fair conditions tonight and provides a forecast for 2 PM and noon, though details are unclear and the wording is fragmentary.
In St. Petersburg the assassination of Grand Duke Sergin weakens reform efforts as workers press for change. Russian forces gather south of Mukden under Gen. Kuroki preparing an offensive. In Pottsville ten men are reported entombed in a Little Rolling Mill cave. At Minersville and Washington the Senate weighs witness testimony in the Swayne case amid impeachment proceedings. In Houston Samuel Antwath’s home was destroyed by fire with five fatalities. Boston reports Thomas W. Lawson predicting the collapse of Standard Oil amid Roosevelt era investigations.
A fragmented text praises Indianapolis as a growing industrial and commercial hub. It notes improving business districts bounded by Pennsylvania and Washington avenues, rising office buildings, and strong railroad access. The piece urges the Commercial Club to push new territory and rail access, highlighting favorable banking and labor conditions and the city’s potential to attract manufacturing growth.
A Cleveland area case centers on Adrian and Lindsey Lindsey seeking guardianship of Georgia Hiatt six, arguing their daughter is unfit to care for her child. The child’s grandparents claim the Lindsey couple acquired the infant improperly and oppose adoption by the Lindsey pair. The court action seeks to compel the guardianship and release of the child from the board’s custody.
A fire destroyed the Samuel Antworth residence at Mowe brook on Saturday morning killing five. Victims listed include Mrs. Samuel Antworth and two of her five children a girl aged three and a boy aged one, plus Mrs. John Sharey and her five year old daughter. Cause of the blaze is unknown.
Clarence Johnson was arrested on an old assault and battery warrant related to his wife Vingla. Attorney notes question of additional charges if Johnson hadn’t notified the court. Virgie Johnson testified, bond set, and Johnson sent to workhouse after judge’s order. Mayline theft case tied to Saturday court session. detectives report recovered items. Parental and custody issues cited due to technical difficulties.
Scripps Ir Rae Press Association reports Bishop Mela rea of Chicago has been ill for several days and is now very low. The bulletin notes his continued weakness and calls for prayers as officials monitor his condition.
The Colonial tea event planned by the club is moved from Wednesday to Friday February 4. It will be hosted at Judge Thompson's home located at 2111 Central Avenue.
Special to the Sun report from Washington notes 71 Haydens sign a petition urging Leroy Hayden’s appointment as postmaster at Lowell Lane County Indiana. The relatives back the move and reference prior settlers who founded Lowell in 1837.
Gen George E. McGinnis retires as Indianapolis postmaster on Saturday marking the end of his political and business career. He attends Gen Lew Wallace's funeral in Crawfordsville, will become honorary pallbearer, and may seek farming or rest before possible future work with Henry W. Bennett taking over.
The Y W C A announces Sunday events at 4 o clock including a naval gospel program and a speech by Mrs Grainger on work in New Mexico. A George Washington birthday party will be hosted by VOW that evening with members and friends invited.
Mise Grungine Leeman, a veteran missionary has spent many years in the interior of South America. She will lecture on missionary tenets each night next week at the Full Gospel Mission.
The pattern takers association will hold their annual ball at the Sourd-aide Torner Walt on Friday next, February. The event will be opened by Belxere orchestra. Committee members include Emil tech, Wilam Tomine, and PHL G.
Janey Walsh pleaded guilty in a final court to stealing brass from several railroad cars. She was sent to the state prison for a term of one to three years.
Mrs J McGowan and entire party registered at the Chalfonte hotel in Atlantic City New Jersey as authorities report Father Gopon arrives in Newellina Walnestay after long talks with friends and visits to the orthodox church and several merchants in Rome.
Grace C Geisel testified before Judge McMaster who barred her from remarrying for two years and warned her to be more cautious. She described a troubled courtship with Robertson dating back about a year, with travel between St Louis and Indianapolis and a failed engagement over unpaid bills and a broken promise. The judge admonished her to avoid such relationships and cautioned against risky marriages in the future.
The state senate plans Monday night session to resume work on a large bill with 29 pages of amendments. Senator Gankind notes the pace set Friday implies sine die adjournment could halt the bill, while Senator Parks from Marshall County urges careful consideration and warns of opposition if railroaded, proposing postponement to the next night session.
In a juvenile court a 10 year old boy, Little Médle Wiseman, faces possible brain surgery to treat behavioral issues after alleged misconduct. Testimony suggests abnormal actions and potential medical evaluation to determine if treatment could aid the youth. Judge Stubbs consented to a physician exam to explore the option.
The senate passed a reform package advancing purity in elections. It includes substitutes for old seat contests and targets vote buying with penalties. Democrats backed a bill promoting punishment for buyers and rewards for sellers, but the measure was defeated.
Renard was remanded after a morning arrest in Bloomington Indiana. He was taken before a state commissioner for examination and placed under surety bonds following a charge related to disturbances near his residence.
The patent suit filed by the Moline Tow Company against Ube CHtWaer company was dismissed by the federal court on permanent injunction grounds. The planant sought to stop further infringement. the case was withdrawn at the morning session on Saturday.
Archibald L. Cummings a Justice of the peace at Jackson Michigan and Corn Th McGonigal of Indianapolis were married Saturday by Harvey Stout the groom’s old friend. The Democratic club of the twelfth ward will give a smoker Monday evening at the clubrooms West and Stary. Diamonds and jewelry advertised with standard prices and a bright stock. Coal price listed as $1.00 per ton for stoves and furnaces.
Henry Wirrum will lead the Ete minstrel with reading duties from Puck and Judge. G. F. Patterson Tripp and W. J. Spires will perform as tambos. Toney Ba Bille Rest, Saul Manter on bones. C. Po Bats directs the production. John Tull stages elaborate scenery. tickets go on sale soon.
A German named Benz from Gay Ohfoter town proposed a pet measure intended to aid his Hinware and other goods sold countrywide. The senate rejected the proposal Saturday, voting against the bill and killing the measure.
Charles Ridell died at home 1 LIA parents 7 Addwop st Saturday after long illness. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 facinck at Mt. gucksius cemetery. Burial will follow.
Bob Fitzsimmons was arrested in Terre Haute Indiana on a charge of cruelty to animals after a saloon sighting of him beating a three month old infant. Witness Wade Bradbury reported the incident and Fitzsimmons was also charged with assault and battery before police headquarters where he was discharged after giving his account.
John Day and Margaret Davison were found by a Vollee in a Chicago room on February 1. They appeared dead from a burglary attempt but later regained some consciousness and were taken to the county hospital. Police suspect a jubile pact motive.
The jury in New London Missouri Friday found Dr J T Watson not guilty of murdering his wife. The verdict came after deliberations that followed testimony from medical and legal experts. The case drew local attention as details of the alleged crime were presented on February 1.
Richmond February 15. Jaden Gen, W Blups of Indianapolis will lecture at Earthom collect Thursday evening. New Pines WS and up, Wilechese, Weed your herve Janes Drustiers we-Vat at Stogemete Bros. 19 N, Dinate. A native Herbs, 2 WW. Wash, at Bliss NATO. Wills Berntelger, the best in-the ety, rik, distributor, Sr Fm.
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