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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1905

Page

2

Tobacco Monopoly Robs the Farmers Explained

Wastington February 24 Congressmen Kehoe introduces a sweeping resolution calling for a commerce and labor department inquiry into the tobacco industry. It seeks to identify causes of low leaf prices in Kentucky Ohio and Tennessee and possible conspiracy or discrimination by buyers and tobacco firms. The measure cites impact on growers, employment losses and a near monopoly that has reduced grower participation and raised processed product prices.

SUN Kehoe Loase Roosevelt Standard Oil Company Campbell Kansans Secretary of Commerce and Labor United States Kentucky Ohio Tennessee Hug Secretary of Commerce Wade Leaf Tobactin Aldo Impky Congress Aseo Bial Sega Kehve Sit Hyung Haa Th Central Combine Tennective Tobacco American Tobacco Company

Politicking Over Mayor Term Extension Looms

A three day window sees Republican maneuvering to defeat extending Mayor Holtzman's term by two years. Former Mayor Bookwalter's stance adds a new angle as factional tensions rise among party players. Addison C Harrrie will lead Friday night opposition at a Republican meeting in the statehouse.

Tormi Holtzman Hollaman Bookwalter Addison C. Harrie Holtaman Dh Raum Statehouse Tadienapeis

Senate debate on rail passes ends with bill passage

In a heated session the Senate rejected multiple amendments as lawmakers argued over a measure to restrict railroad passes. Debate spanned two hours with Farber attacking clergy and others. The bill passed quickly by a 3 to 9 vote amid criticism of wasted time.

Senate Hanly Davin Sunalor Duge

Czar appoints Grand Duchess Rhia-Leth commander

Petersburg February 4. The czar has appointed Grand Duchess Rhia-Leth widow of Grand Duke Sergius. she becomes commander of the Fifth Grenadier Regiment at Kirft.

Acripps-M'Rae Press Association Petersburg Hies Rhia- Leth Sergius Grenadier Kirft

When trusts end with direct vote promise

Chicago Feb 24 The United States agnate will be done away with trusts when elected by direct vote of the people said W S Bryan during an address to the History club of Northwestern university The remarks were reported by the Ecripps News Association in Chicago.

Ecripps-3 RAE Press Association Chicago United States

Guilty Ones Must Suffer At Federal Beef Probe

Attorney General Moody declares daily law violations under the Sherman act will be pursued. Indictments target Chicago beef packers for price manipulation and contempt under a sweeping federal enforcement drive. Penalties may include prison, fines, and contempt proceedings to curb restrained trade.

Gen. Moody Supreme Court H. Gilson Gardner Washington Chicago Beef Trust Roosevelt Michenn Ave Chicaro United States Supreme Court

Grape-Nuts Ad Respondent Claims Health Benefit

A reader testifies after years of stomach distress that Grape-Nuts improved digestion, eructations, appetite, and weight, noting a return to normal function and steadier health. The ad encourages looking for the famous road to wellville story inside each package.

Postum Co Battle Creek Mich Wettville

Great Interest in Murder Case at Hartford Trial

Special to The Sun reports extraordinary crowding at the Preston Sanderson murder trial in Hartford Cay. Daily attendance tops 350 as lawyers disclose a multi week examination plan. The trial hinges on witness testimony and a dramatic exchange involving Samuel Emory and William Cook near Montpelier and Nottingham township.

Martford City Feu Ina Terrell Preston Sandersons Aly Leged Wiliam Cook Hartford Cay Hindman Tie Uhat Woom Teast Bandervon Samuel Emory Maory Cook Hartford Montgelier John Emory Nottingham Township Cwait Nelda Aig Komacute Thawitrras Suvateraan Sandersmy Kim Wother Emory Wa Taca Emory Segmen

Residents Demand Fire Station for Brookside Park Area

Residents in the Brookside Park neighborhood push for a new fire station after repeated fire risks. A meeting at Harry Porst’s drug store formed the K Tenth Improvement Club to urge local action. Members include AL Warner as president and Mary Bore as secretary. A committee led by C20 Wars weg and others will press for the station next week, highlighting the area’s lack of protection and recent fires.

Brookside Park Harry Porst Tke K. Tenth-rt Efits AL Warner Borst Bearik Stith Christian Pottash Morse Wis Brightwood Company Marsneleetin-nye St Clurent

Woman Found Dead Praying at St Patrick’s Altar

In New Orleans on February 4 Mary Gassney was found dead by the altar of St Patrick’s Church while Father Thomas Plangerard conducted early mass. The body lay with arms clasped about the altar near the holy water fountain, and authorities reported she was dead and stiff when discovered.

New Orleans Mary Gassney St. Patrick's Thomas Plangerard Fitzgerald

O'Neil in France Arrives for Port Inspection

Rear Admiral Charles O'Neil, head of the US Navy ordnance bureau, arrived in France on Friday with a special mission to inspect the port. Admiral Germinet, in command of the port, received the visiting admiral who proceeded with the inspection tasks.

Bcrippsap Rab Press Associations Dreet France Ademiral Charles O'Neil Ordnance Bureau Germinet O'Nei

Milk quality and calls for stricter standards in Indianapolis

Medical experts urge bacteriological and chemical milk standards beyond butter fat content in Indianapolis. Inspectors note current prices at about 9 to 10 cents a quart in winter and summer ranges. concerns about purity underline risks of impure milk.

Indianapolis Npt Heim Tx Mahevauar

Longest tunnel completed after five years work

The Simpton tunnel, the world’s longest, was bored to Golock Friday morning. Celebrations rang with bells and flags as Errat engineers marked the combined effort. The 13 mile Alpine passage was begun five years ago, with twin headings meeting as planned.

Scripps-Strae Press Association Geneva Switzerland Simpton Togolock Errat Countey Bimnten Birazgat The Alps

Knife Attack at Cincinnati Depot Ends with Shooting

Train caller Amzl Pinners of the Central Union was stabbed in a Cincinnati depot waiting room by a man named William Oglesby of Indianapolis. Oglesby, intoxicated, attacked Pinners who was then shot by officer Klosterman. Oglesby was arrested and detained. Pinners later died.

Cincinnati Amzl Pinners Central Union Ation Wiliam Oglesby Indianapolis Oglesby Witchman Klosterman Cheaplink Redy Pewander Flowsts Delewhy Luutketin

Funeral Director Seeks Bowler Relatives in Indiaholla

Funeral director T. Callahan in Shelbyville reports Bowler died after being struck by an interurban car on Wednesday night and died at City Hospital. Bowler, once married to a wife who may be in Indiaholla with a daughter, separated about eight years ago. Efforts to locate them have failed. Bowler owned a property at 15 Nebraska Ave, held jointly with his wife, and if she cannot be found, it will be buried by the county.

T. Callahan Thomas Bowler Shelbyville Bowler Bowler Han Indiahipolla Raven Wines Nebraska At

Large Ohio Indiana Deals Stir in Oil Field Trade

The Standard Oil company accelerates consolidation in Ohio and Indiana fields seeking productive properties. Lima financier Joseph B. Mayer reportedly sold about 30,000 dollars in property to the Muncie deep sand field as several major deals loom in the region.

Schipps-M'Rae Press Association Lima Standard Oi1 Ohio Indiana Joseph B. Mayer Muncie

Horse Falls in Cellar After Night Noise Incident

Overton Mirguson a neighbor on Vermont Junction heard a loud commotion near his house Thursday evening and discovered a horse trapped attempting to enter the cellar through a window. The animal slipped into the alley opening and suffered fatal injuries, dying several hours later.

Overton Mirguson Nckster Vermont Jt

Death of Dr Lindley in Minneapolis Memorial Note

Richmond Indiana February report confirms Dr A OL Lindley, owner of Lindley ball team, died recently in Minneapolis. Officials say he was not attending aHarlem event but a member of his household had attended. The memorial note honors his life and his role in the Lindley ball organization.

Lindley Richmond Ind OL Lindley Karl Kamalte Minneapolk Lhoy Harlhim

Mayoral Editors Compete in Mendota Race

Feb 24 Mendota II editors vie for mayor. Editor Ruggies of the Sun-Bulletin faces Editor Kieselbach of the Reporter while Kirselhech backs Kieselbach and Ruggies gains support from others.

Scripps-Mare Press Association Mendota Panera Ruggies Sun-Bulletn Kieselbach Kieentach

Taken to Illinois special to the Sun

February report from Mattoun states that a man identified as Thuretiy, a private, was taken to Illinois. He faces charges of embezzling funds from a hotel keeper there, with a branch of the case being pursued by local authorities.

Illinois Steen Mattoun Thuretiy Meron

One Victim Dead in Niagara Falls Incident

Partial report from Niagara Falls New York states one person died and another injured in a din vessel incident involving Fela Frank Prommert and associates. Names unclear due to OCR errors. investigators probe Friday events and identify two other men Rey Robinson and Waylly Durie. Further details pending official release.

8Cripps Nile Prebs Association Niagara Fall N.Y Fela Frank Prommert Dice Roen Mey Waylly Durie le Shayhe Fridaydall Brither Rey Robinson

Mrs Edward Pedlow Dies on Burlington Train

Mrs Edward Pedlow of 3132 Chadwick Street died noon Wednesday on Burlington Mail Train No 42 while returning from Denver to regain health. The death followed consumption headaches and neuralgia. A bogus ad text promotes Golds Laxative and Kindy hair products.

Edward Pedlow Denver Edward Pedrow Chadwickst Burlington Ward Chillicothe

Pennsylvania Short Lines Travel Alerts and Schedules

Advertisement outlines inaugurations era travel options to Washington with return validity to March 8 and extension to March 18. Through sleeper from Indianapolis to Washington daily, arrival 6 30 a m. Keystone Express daily 3 06 p m to Washington 1 30 p m. New York Limited 6 14 p m to Washington 6 10 p m. Sleeping car reservations through agent W W Rigilderson Agra.

Indianapolis Adam Washington Keystone Expresa New York Limited Bito Din Rigilardson Agra

Old Nurse for Children Teething Remedy Prompts Care

An old nurse claims a soothing syrup helps teething by keeping child calm and easing gum pain. It is said to cure wind colic and heat diarrhea while acting as a general remedy, with references to sweetness and comfort for the young.

Mra Wissjow

Pacific Coast Tickets On Sale Through May Thirteen

Pacific Coast tickets from Chicago to San Francisco and other points listed at 33.00 with daily sales from March 1 to May 13. Includes Pullman tourist sleeping cars Portland Tacoma Seattle Victoria Vancouver via Chicago Union Pacific Northwestern. other points offer excursions and double berth fares 7.00. Fast trains exchange routes meals a la carte booklets and folders available. agents sending tickets and correspondence from Cincinnati Ohio.

Pacific Coast Chicago San Francisco Loe Abgeien Portland Tacoma Seattle Victoria Vancouver Union Pacific Northwestern Daly AML Adremy N.al Brress Gen Cincinnat Ohio

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