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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1908
Page
1
An Enison Hotel case centers on bribery allegations involving soliciting and accepting illicit payments. Officials are reviewing evidence and potential connections to staff and guests. Security cameras, financial records, and witness statements are under examination to determine scope and individuals involved.
John McGregor chairman of the Board of County Commissioners was indicted by the grand jury on a graft charge. He was arrested on his sick bed at the Denison hotel by Sheriff Clay at 2:30. Two other indictments were returned in the same case and warrants issued after all suspects were located. The indictments followed a grand jury probe begun last Monday into alleged courthouse graft and forged warrants leading to the earlier arrest of former clerk Emmett Huggins.
A short exhortation urges readers to stop renting and purchase a home for family protection. It emphasizes that monthly rent funds real estate ownership and potential value growth, and advises researching advertiser offers before buying to fit income. The piece notes the newspaper has no specific property to recommend.
Kokomo, Lebanon, Shelbyville and Marion politicians press Miss Stubbs as state convention nears while she denies intent, claiming unknown plans. Party leaders watch her moves closely as she adjusts to the political game and maintains quiet, steadfast duty.
Indianapolis Mayor Bookwaiter rejected Gov Hanlys proposal to appoint C W McAdams of the Railroad Commission as arbitrator to audit New and Central Union Telephone books. He told the governor the city does not need outside help, citing ongoing talks with the companies and the cities duty to resolve the consolidation issue.
Bloomington Feb 29 More than 100 attendees at the fifth annual pig dinner of the Phi Gamma Delta fraternity at Indiana University watched a full grown pig served whole Its head was severed from the body and every guest was compelled to salute it by kissing its nose in a startling fraternity ritual.
The American battleship squadron left Callao today after festive activities on the flagship. A fleet review by President Pardo marked the departure and it is expected the armada will reach Magdalena Bay on March 14.
Plainfield Indiana February 29 Walter Stone two years old son of Claude Stone interurban conductor died from burns received yesterday while playing near a gasoline stove during his mother’s temporary absence. A paper touched off flames that spread to his clothing.
William Jennings Bryan writes to Willis S. Thompson publisher of the Indianapolis Sun praising the paper. He notes Democrats in Indiana praise its editorial polity and foresee it as a strong force for the party in the upcoming campaign. The letter expresses growth wishes for The Sun and hopes for rising circulation.
Judge James A. Pritchard may step aside if a change of venue is sought for Ilarry Brunaugh trial in criminal court Monday. John Wern, Brunaugh’s attorney, was in court Saturday and hinted at a motion. Pritchard, ill but improving, could appoint a special judge to hear the bid. seventy five veniremen have been summoned. Brunaugh faces three count indictment for fraudulent asphalt street patching claims to the city in 1907.
Washington reports growing activist pressure from temperance advocates across states. Petitions supporting the Littlefield bill and opposing army canteens flood Congress, with Ohio Republicans considering a strong temperance plank. An Indiana source says prohibition sentiment alarms many, as Michigan and the Midwest join the anti liquor crusade.
Funeral services for Mrs Mary A Dickey age 83 were held at her home 615 Woodlawn Ave The burial followed in Crown Hill cemetery She had lived in Indianapolis for 45 years.
Charles H. Snively a real estate dealer in Pittsburg shot and killed himself yesterday after swallowing laudanum. Police reported the fatal act occurred on February 28 with no noted motive.
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw, at her Park Avenue home, says she has not seen her husband for some time and believes the Thaw family intends to remove her. She rejects reports of a Waldorf conference, claims Detective Dougherty denied following her, and notes she is ill with grip. Col Franklin Bartlett may aid a quiet settlement as to an annulment for about 1.6 million dollars, with the elder Thaw woman reportedly unwilling to exceed 506,000.
A stock of Mexican pottery and novel ties will be put on sale in the storeroom of the Pythian building at 248 Massachusetts Ave beginning Monday. Proceeds go to the Charity Organization Society to aid the unemployed. Stock value ranges from 4000 to 83000 dollars.
The state will receive two thousand Springfield rifles with bayonets from the government to replace Krag-Jorgensen rifles. The new weapons are identical to those issued to the regular army and will equip the Indiana National Guard.
New York report says Thomas A Edison’s health markedly better at Manhattan Eye Ear and Throat hospital. Doctors expect a full recovery barring unforeseen complications.
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