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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1904
Page
2
Advertorial plea for Dr Kilmer Swamp Root claiming kidney weakness causes many diseases. Describes symptoms, urges trial and purchase, notes hospital use and free offers, with address in Binghamton and Indianapolis paper endorsement.
Dispatches from L Orient France dated February 19 report orders to arm the French destroyer Bellier and to mobilize a further detachment of marines to join the French Squadron in China. In Canada rumors say the steamers Athenian and Tartar may be sold to Japan. Paris explains reinforcements to the Far East seek no sinister aim.
In Marseille on February 19 a dispatch reports Captain Zimmasky and ten Russian officers, aides to Admiral Alexieff, sailed aboard the steamer Orinoco. They have spent eight months in Germany and France on a secret mission and are bound for Mhotll to join the Russian squadron temporarily stationed there.
A severe setback looms for the Bul Garia ng as authorities prepare a forceful intervention. Details are sparse but the move signals a pivotal shift in the ongoing dispute affecting regional stability and future policy actions.
Vienna dispatches report Turkish government mobilizing 75,000 troops near the Bulgarian front. Bulgaria delays full war readiness, keeping reserves unmobilized and seeking delay with Berlin treaty support. Source notes ongoing tensions as officers estimate a potential confrontation ahead of any outbreak.
Abner McKinley, brother of the late president, is reported seriously ill in Somerset Pennsylvania. Local residents are anxious as a family illness described as serious grips the McKinley household.
In Chicago a report notes George D. Morgen, nephew of J. F. Morton, gaining fame through marrying a Japanese noblewoman, passing through the city on Thursday. The piece references negotiable paper due dates and note about holidays affecting business days in Washington's birthday period.
Theodora Roosevelt Lussenderry, four years old, is described as the typhoid fever patient amid confusion over the illness’s spread. Dr. Barker confirms the diagnosis and notes the child’s convalescence is underway, with Theodore Roosevelt and a brother William McKinley Lussenderry described as healthy despite exposure. The piece discusses limited health office records on typhoid cases and typical recovery timelines.
Joseph B. Canfield, manager of the Canfield rubber works, was found dead in his Bridgeport home with a Swedish maid servant dying nearby. Neighbors report secrecy and possible quarrels, while an investigation unfolds. The incident follows a November marriage to a factory girl.
A promotional piece extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a revolutionary cure. It features testimonials from a St Louis businessman and general claims of dramatic digestive relief, urging readers to buy the product at 60 cents per box.
The tenth birthday of Manual Training High School was observed with speeches music and a banquet for special guests and newspaper representatives. Mayor Solts Roan announced 13 seated, offered 19 withdraws to keep harmony but others stayed. Attendees included Mayor Holtar man Principal C E Emmerich Purdue President Stone and school board members with several officials present.
Longtime New Jersey couple Henry and Eva Hant died within a week at their home 186 EB after a life together since marriage in Germany. Henry, a boiler maker, died of bronchitis on Feb 5 at age 70. Eva followed Feb 12 from pneumonia. Surviving children include Henry Hant, a New York upholstery foreman, and Mrs. Hoffman. Mrs GA Taffe is a daughter.
A committee is appointed to prepare for the state Gunday school convention in June in Richmond Indiana. About 1500 people are expected to attend the event.
Railroading faces delays this week due to sleet and cold. A. W. Davis of the water company notes a second alarm fire, causing sealer issues with White River water. Howard Elliott, John Jackson, and Mer¢M Bears bound for grand jury on grand larceny. many petty cases admitted. Metts, Duffy, and carpenters union warn locals to beware organizing. West-side church plans a $10,000 magnificent structure on Gemtrayed site. West-side Improvement Association meets Friday to discuss better service. John L. Griffiths rumored to avoid governor race and oppose Overstreet’s reelection for Congress. Harry Wells reports a Northwestern Ave car incident. conductor says the transfer was no good. Junior class groups compete in raft race. one group’s members attacked rivals and damaged equipment, prompting barbershop removal.
Bedford detectives clash over the Sarah Schafer case with a monkey wrench theory and new suspicions. James McDonald faces possible release while another suspect could be named, as residents demand progress and a grand jury action. leading authorities warn the real culprit may soon be revealed amid local impatience.
Frank H. Hughes, farmer, was murdered in his bed on Thursday. A coroner’s jury held his wife Lydia to the criminal court. She claims the gunman accidentally shot himself while reaching for gear for trespassers.
Mayor Haltamann notified the Board of Works that the Indianapolis Traction and Terminal Company plans a new interurban freight station. The company is negotiating for a site and aims to develop a Dulled location pending approval.
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