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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1905

Page

1

Ananias Baker Defies Bribery Allegations in Indiana

A special session grand jury investigates alleged bribery involving Ananias Baker a Indiana representative who exposed a bid to influence his vote on a prohibitory cigarette bill. Evidence includes railroad passes and transport requests tied to O A Baker and John Cockrum. The committee reports no other bribery cases and a warrant is out for O A Baker.

C. A. Baker Atianias Baker Indiana O. A. Baker Tobacco Trust Suike Erie & Western Railroad John Coelaumn Chester Ind J. P. Shatds Tie Tekke & Westurn Biker Tony Lee Ouke Baker John 4 Cockrum Musde Tus Newspatier Tobbyles Herchester Erle Ananias Baker Inmper Amante Baker Ridge Alford Criminal Court Railit Mendenhall Rand Allen Taft Weary Hartman George Stradhing Fred C. Kahle Trdtanopolia Fred Mansing Warren Township John Stevenson Irvington A. Baker Warnit Kruger Poties Indianapally Kiein Warsaw Ananias“Baker Alo Inik

Hog Thief Narrows Escape Near Statehouse

A hog of about 175 pounds stolen from a wagon in Weeterg Indiana an other two horse team owner He Cook started toward Indianapolis early morning but noticed the animal missing near the statehouse He reported the loss to police and suspects the pig may still be in the wagon or hidden along the route

Cook Weetterg Ind Indiananoli Ston Sue Theo Amitor Miss Souther Miss Hunt Mise Aunt Imine Archly Hinga Skain Miss Hunt

HAWNKS SENATE DEBATES DEATH PENALTY AMENDMENT

A fragmentary report describes a Friday morning senate session discussing protections and penalties. Senators T Coats and Mona weigh farmer rights and a death penalty proposal amid amendments from the criminal commission.

Wyatt 5 Guilty in Assault Case Trial Outcome

Charis Wyatt was found guilty in a criminal court after prosecutors proved the assault claim against him and the defendant’s alibi was rejected. He faces a prison term of two to 100 years. Pupils visit the legislature as state leaders host a morning matinee. Nineveh and Kennard high schools send delegations to the Senate with teachers and trustees observing.

Charis Wyatt Vhursany Ele Wilson Tes We State Senate Henry FE. White Nineveh Hlitz School Gath Wi Hia Puntis Senate Nineveh Lleut-Gav Millers Kennard High H. B. Roberts Schon Brooks Burkett Sel Pennington J. J. Mee Gra Layton Lydy Mt. Confort Senate Chamber

Indianap practical firehouse funds request before board of safety

The Board of Safety was asked to authorize a request to allocate money for two fire stations in the south part of Indianapolis. The exact appropriation amount had not yet been decided.

Board of Safety Dunn Crues Indianapaig

Weather Spotter Brief Notes Turbulence Watch

The text is garbled and unreadable with no clear entities or events. It appears to reference weather spotting and turbulence but lacks concrete details, dates, places, or names to summarize into a factual item.

Alps tunnel completed 13 miles through the mountains

Geneva reports the 13 mile Alpine tunnel finished. Philadelphia notes a suspicious infernal machine sent to Senator Penrose found in a mailbox. detectives cautious. Cincinnati reports a fatal stabbing of Amzi Flowers by a suspect from Indianapolis. Washington cites Kentucky congressman Kehan alleging tobacco farmers lost hundreds of thousands. prices halved and possible federal probe. Richmond sees Wickemeyer residence destroyed by explosion injuring two. New York describes a fire at the Mivenite Asylum with boys evacuated. Cleveland reports Chadwick jewel imports seized by customs from Europe.

Geneva Switzerland Philadelphia Penrose Cincinnati William Oglesby Indianapolis Amzi Flowers Washington Kehan Kentucky Tobacco Combine Richmond Ind Henry W. Wickemeyer New York Mivenite Asylum Wuisbel Cleveland Customs Chadwick Europe

Hoch Held After Coroner Jury Delivers Findings

Buripps Mwr Rae Press Association reports Hoch’s signed confession and statements referenced at a February Chicago session. The coroner's jury verdict found arsenic administered by John Honk and urged John Morelte be held for the grand jury, with a noted 1893 autobiography claim.

Buripps-Mw Rae Press Association Cincago Caroner Ehaun Toch Reid Arsenit Ty Marie Hoch John Honk John Morelte Rand Clarke

Lane A Sheppard seeks divorce custody of children

Lane A Sheppard sues Howry H Sheppard for divorce alleging drunkenness and repeated choking attempts. She seeks custody of their two children.

Lane A. Sheppard Howry H. Sheppard Chile

Track Elevation Bill Passed by House

The House approved the track elevation bill on Friday afternoon by a close vote after a rules suspension motion by Representative Sayre. The bill then passed without dissent, proceeding to the governor for action.

House of Representatives Sayre

Society Man Sues a Girl In Indianapolis Court

A society drama unfolds in Justice Smock's court as Walter Smith sues Miss Clare Fleece for a diamond ring and gifts given during their engagement. Miss Fleece testifies of flirtations, a ring, a pillow, and other presents amid jealousy and heartbreak. Mrs Emma Hatare testifies of the call and kiss.

Walter Smith Irvington Clara Fleece Justice of the Peace Court Indianapolis Justice Smock Delta Tau Et Butler College Tevingtos Misa Chira Fleece Indiana University Justien Clare Stith Delta Tauralyrs

Sunday Baseball Bill Killed in House

A Sunday baseball bill failed in the House of Representatives amid heated debate and hurried exits. Several members were noted as opposed, with roll call showing mixed votes and sharp exchanges during the session culminating in the bill's rejection and no revision anticipated in the near term.

House of Representatives Frias Gough Witeoy Speckye

James C Carlton Dead and RPA Tot Send Tradpohe

Fragmentary OCR reads James C Carlton dead with references to Mexican War era individuals and a Medford setting. The text is garbled but suggests a mid February notice about death and related names, with uncertain associations to a local council or association and a possible memorial context.

James C Carlton RPA Paris Medford Sere

Papers Consolidate Local News Interest in Sheridan

A February 1 notice from Somlesville Indiana reports the Sheridan Sun consolidating with the Sheridan News after Kellowe Mostarc acquired a stake. The merger affects local publication plans and management structure.

Tnd Sheridan Sui Kelllowe Mostarc Sheridan News

Where Can a Girl Alone in Indianapolis Find Assistance

An anonymous narrator describes a morning in a city setting, detailing interactions with Miss Souther and Miss Hunt. The account centers on domestic routine, breakfast preparations, and a reluctant, introspective scene as the speaker contemplates seeking help. The passage ends with a note of continuation on another page.

Indianapolis

Legislator Threatens Doorkeeper In Parliament Row

An incident in the house Friday saw Renees J. Sweeny of Crawford and Perry counties attempt to enter the engrossing room despite orders from Chief Clerk Charles Hurst. Doorkeeper Jumen LAs blocked him, sparking a confrontation as Hamilton and Satter intervened. A fight with ink and threats ensued, drawing a crowd and prompting possible further action by the house.

Renees J. Sweeny Crawford Perry Jumen Las Prempt Sweeny Charles Hurst Thimiltan Hamilton Phe Satter Rowan

S0 0000N Strike Reaches Scripps Acraepters in St Petersbu

A garbled report from St Petersbug details a strike involving fifty thousand workers tied to Nye BL Peters factories. The text mentions Afrika and Warsaw, with confusion over causes and parties. It notes limited communication with St Petersbugure and ongoing industrial tensions.

Scripps Acraepters Asbuutation ST. Petersburg Nye BL. Peters Agin Afrika Warsaw Grovia

They Get a License for Unels Sam Rescue

A perplexed young couple sought a marriage license on Thursday with only three known witnesses. County Clerk Bertier required witnesses who know the pair well, and Jahn Yt. Gare ver offered help with affidavits. The couple detained him, revealing his name to the clerk while seeking the license.

Unels Wolford N. Serateave Mia Blanche Dowley N. Benateave Bertier Tivense Garever

Miller Case Delayed Over Perjury Charge in Police Court

Attorney Miller’s case, tied to a false affidavit about his daughter’s age to enable a marriage, was continued as the warrant led by Wo PL Soutth claimed Miller swore falsely. The wedding in question involved John T. Vowlea, a medical student, and the daughter, a student at Manual training school.

Miller BN. Miller Cowles Ta Vucedas

They Pleaded Guilty In Copper Band Theft Case

The defendants Avert Lungahort and Harvey Stewart pled guilty to stealing a copper band from the Prinfeld Interurban company. A suspended sentence was imposed, reflecting the seriousness of the offense.

Avert Lungahort Harvey Stewart AVIAA Cotort Priday Prinfeld Interurban Dudge Aiforit

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