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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1905
Page
2
An advertisement touts Dr Shoop's Restorative as a remedy that treats the cause of indigestion and related nerves. The offer promises a free full-dollar bottle with no risk, a book explaining the cure, and a mail order path through local druggists with no payment upfront.
Chicago reports the death of Theodore Thomas, famed conductor and founder of the Chicago Orchestra, born October 1, 1835 in Engen Ost Friesland. He led major festivals, built an enduring organization, and influenced American symphonic life for decades. He arrived in the United States as a young musician and shaped concert life from New York to Chicago.
Police found a large rusty ax and a mysterious trunk rifled in the rear of a residence at 420 Frandkert, occupied by Mrs Leota Watkins. The trunk contents imply prior ownership by a woman, but no trunk loss report has been filed.
The South side Turner society led by President Victor vows to end club dances at Turner hall amid accusations of immoral dancing. Officials plan a leadership shakeup as members complain about funds and the hall’s reputation, while newspapers may be invited to observe.
Portland report says Porter, convicted with others last week of conspiring to defraud the United States over land, gave $2000 to Senator Mitchell to gain influence with a congressman to expedite the land claims. Mitchell denies the statements. grand jury indicted Mitchell on conspiracy to defraud the government.
The Lincoln League of Indiana will meet Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Century Clubroom to finalize plans for Lincoln's birthday celebration and to send a delegation to President Roosevelt's inauguration in Washington. The group cast 40,000 votes in Indiana last November and aims for strong representation in the inaugural parade, with state president Charles W. McGuire and other officers anticipated to attend.
Gov Durbin refuses to accept Joseph Wodspeth’s resignation from the Samheth Mos Wilat for the Insane board. Samuel Ho Wult and John Stout are named successors while John T. Hays replaces Lee Rogenblum. Writman, a county operator, had been a Repebitesh convention delegate.
Superintendent Kendall notes healthy student attendance as schools reopen Tuesday. Principal George W Bentstin announces new building will be ready for occupancy next term, promising changes to class structure. system shifts to four study groups per student once available.
Scripps-Mast press report from Chicago notes Inlesa women's clubs debate focus and impact They discuss public issues and movement momentum While some members fear large topics overwhelm meetings Corinne Brown and Mrs Firnchi comment on the trend toward addressing civic concerns in club agendas
A Dinhting street fire at a So Oliverst saloon occupied by Jon Grams and Max Neier led to three firemen being injured. Police and ambulance crews responded after a vehicle collision with a taxi as responders evacuated the wounded. Names listed include Josep Liuer and John Carter with unclear details due to OCR errors.
Reports from Pekin claim the dowager empress has accepted Christianity and Christian science through minister Conger and his wife. Friends say she pledged reforms and will announce the change publicly before Conger leaves Pekin, with hopes China will rapidly modernize and Christianize.
A two day conference of Zionist leaders opens in Viesna with debate on settlement in East Africa and Transvaal. Wolf Cotn of Fologne is named to succeed De Herat as head of the Zionists. Estimated emigration of Jews to America in 1904 was 4000.
Dr Goeme Lik of the Cemita Cones of Physicians and Surgeons testified to coroner Kitewner that bones from 30 dissections were sent away for dumping at the Sellers farm. He described barrels of human remains moved from the college and dumped near the Shenbicky over bridge Be Link said the drayman took bodies by mistake and showed others dumped by the river.
Roosevelt Jr. and Reatinnit Whils, kin of Stewart Hilwars Waite, prepare a Santa Barbara trip by overland route toward the Tuolumne river head for a hunting expedition.
The returned indictments list several defendants including W. M. Taylor, Charles Muley, John L. Powers, and Mark Steete. Proceedings show theцем on the circuit court Tuesday with additional names and charges indicated in the filing.
This city record item lists numerous births with names and ages, a long catalogue of deaths including diseases, and multiple marriages among local residents. Names include Watts Formes Barding Deppery Hall and many others with scattered addresses and causes such as tuberculosis pneumonia and syphilis. The fragment ends with several marriage pairings and a long roster of individuals connected to the day’s notices.
Ayres and Co to raze a brick building at Meridian and Washington for $1,000. George Burton applies for a shed at 1625 Marian. C 8 Bancock and Co partners oversee the permits.
A chaotic scene in Ptoyd City as Saint Miey collapsed during a public demonstration. Medical staff report severe brain damage after the whip gesture misfired, and his condition has worsened hourly.
A garbled OCR note describes an investigation into gambling activity at a facility. It mentions several offices and a fire marshal, with claims alleging a breach of contracts and improper conduct by unnamed officials. The text references charges, a court action, and possible penalties, but details are unclear due to transcription errors.
A garbled account reports a couple eloping and marrying amid a sequence of unclear details. The text mentions telephone operators and poolman, with disrupted lines referencing a Tapert and a location in Chicago. The passage remains largely unreadable, but implies a wedding event and a residence in Chicago.
The Missouri General Assembly convened its forty‑third session on Wednesday in Jefferson City. Acting Lieutenant Governor called the Senate to order while the Secretary of State’s desk gavel opened the session, marking ten years since the state's house first opened in this capital.
Thomas K Watson former Populist presidential candidate dodged a dinner fire at Alfred Ranch in Greensboro Georgia Tuesday. He and guests escaped unharmed as flames enveloped the house during the meal.
A compact retrospect lists events labeled as today in various years. It references figures such as Gen Cuatila and Gen. Sheidyn, political parties and offices, church figures, and a murder case involving Mrs. Sarah Dallarhidy, noting anniversaries from ten to forty plus years.
Medical statisticians report a marked decrease in deaths from diseases of the respiratory organs. Catarrh and asthma have been successfully treated by the new Aseutco, slowing fatal tuberculosis, and the Austrian dispensary at 6 East Fourteenth Street New York City plans a vigorous campaign for the new year offering free information to those who write.
Georgy Stephenson and his daughter Hazel were seriously injured returning home from church when the Bugsy axle housing failed. The wheels came off, the vehicle overturned, and both occupants were trapped beneath. Miss Stephenson suffered a broken shoulder and internal injuries. Mr. Stephenson had internal injuries and a broken arm.
An old nurse article promotes Mrs Winsons Boothing Binur as a teething remedy. It claims to soothe the child ease gum pain cure wind colic and diarrhoea with soothing measurements and directions for safe use.
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