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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1905
Page
3
In Indianapolis a city jail prisoner, William, hanged himself with a han dkerchief tied to the cell door. The death was ruled self inflicted as officers reported the method used in the confinement spell. Attempts at revival were unsucces sful and the man died in custody early Friday.
Special to the Sun reports Gosmen, a guard at the Warren JU store in Elkhart, was sentenced to Jeffersonville reformatory. He planned to rob the store and received one year for the crime.
Special to the Bun J Bringeport report details a January burglary at the rural home of farmer A H L Pickett. A weapon was used to threaten, but the thief stole nothing of monetary value and fled the scene.
An outsider wins a long awaited printing contract for the LAPAYETT Inn project, the first outside firm to secure the job in years. The winning firm’s identity is published and imminent injunction actions threaten to halt the award.
Special to The Sun reports former city clerk Watts testifying in the John 8 case. Indictments charge Watts with taking city money. The courtroom drama centers on whether Watts will provide a Friday alternative as the trial proceeds.
A man was killed amid a fencing incident near Pmout h in Indiana as Felton Fenian and Wak Koonets clashed during a windy altercation. Witnesses report the charge struck and the victim collapsed, authorities say.
Phillipins and her daughter Elizabeth aged 17 accuse Murdock of betrayal and seek damages of ten dollars. Murdock, a wealthy sawmill owner with operations in this and neighboring counties, is named in the claim.
Noblesville mayor Dulin chairs a booming committee planning a push to lure new factories to Noblesville Indiana. The group aims to guarantee coal at low rates to entice industry and spur growth, with several plants under consideration as possible arrivals.
Dr. and Mrs. W A Wishardt and Jacob Metzger of Indianapolis are passengers on the steamer Athos that sailed December 28 from New York and was due at Colon Panama January 2. Heavy Caribbean storms are believed to have driven the steamer off course.
Mary Kritzberger a furloughed patient at Central Insane Hospital seized a pot of hot coffee and struck her sister in the face and neck during an early morning incident on Harrison Street. Amity Kritzberger sustained injuries requiring dressing by Dr Hoover. Keitzberger had been confined in the hospital for months but was deemed harmless and was returned to the institution Friday afternoon.
George Thurston, accused of stunning and killing his wife in Sumas, collapsed during arraignment on Friday. He waived examination and the case will go to the grand jury. He lies ill in the county jail unable to eat or sleep, claiming he and his wife were fond of each other and never quarrelled.
The article recounts Mrs Jobelyn sity ake allegedly poisoning her husband with a palsan dose to end his life. Authorities note the hired man WHamboty, the husband, died on Cheiermac day. The widow reportedly sought to avoid discovery amid claims of abuse.
A Boston jury heard dramatic testimony in the murder trial of Charles L. Tucker, accused of killing Mabel Page. The court saw a bloodstained corset and skeletal remains displayed as evidence, with reports of a struggle, a stabbing through the back, and a tense moment as Tucker reacted with fatigue and agitation. The prosecution hinted at offering Tucker's life history, potentially about his relationship to the victim, to shock the defense case.
Officials show noncommittal stance on reform praised by opponents. Aimed at restricting saloons, the proposed regulation would allow exemptions only in incorporated towns, with legislators divided over its potential impact and stringency.
A fragmentary report notes Patrolmen in Chicago study the Japanese art of self defense. Instructors are introduced as a move toward advanced training and capability development for police roles.
Witnesses described a fierce dog attack causing panic as bystanders fled. Police and a bystander needed to be calm while the animal was cornered. Firefighters and officials dispatched immediately to secure the scene and end the danger.
Fragments show City Sanitarian Keon describing a plan to rotate three new members after the next city election. One term would run one year, another two years, and the last three years with the mayor appointing the trio to reflect health measures amid political critique.
The funeral of Theodore Thomas will be held Friday morning at St Damon Rylogopal church. Chicago civic and musical figures will attend, with a sermon by Rev James Stone and a funeral march played at the organ. The casket will be taken to Graceeland vault for interment in New York with four of the director’s children.
Speaker Cantwell has fixed committee appointments after listening to suggestions from members. The Ways and Means chair will be Warren G. Silyre of Wabash, with Jackson Roy of Burman as a key member. Education and public health picks include Prof. T. Tose of Irvington and Dr. O M Keys Vermilion, while Eli Garin may chair the journal committee. The railroad committee remains unnamed, with selections to follow later.
William Blessenger escaped from Maeta reptity workhouse by bending window bars of the officers' lithe room and fled. Detectives tracked him at night but did not locate his whereabouts. His wife, questioned by police, denied knowledge of the escape and expressed indignation at suggestions she aided him. She said she would rather he stay in confinement and work.
Jan 8 reports show grain prices steady to lower with wheat and corn mixed. hog and cattle futures vary across Chicago, New York, and Indianapolis markets. Dealers note steady to firm cash prices, while futures reflect cautious gains and declines amid broad market fluctuations.
Fragmented OCR text shows a court proceeding with uncertain names and dates. The garbled lines mention a legal matter, a Friday reference, and possible references to a court setting. No clear names, places, or outcomes are readable.
A nurse in Tauranga amaro in the gover hospital of Messin Cuba committed suicide by carbolic vend while awaiting a visit. The health condition is uncertain, and the report notes the event occurred in the afternoon with witnesses present.
A fragmentary report notes the discovery of a sixth satellite of litter named Ty Praf Veernie, credited to a Crossley ref lector. The garbled text suggests a satellite finding linked to a press association in California but readability is limited.
A troubled young man facing mental health concerns is slated for a Saturday court appearance. The judge ordered examination and the suspect remains in custody as family members gather, with proceedings likely to focus on the man’s state of mind and potential commitment.
Judge Andersen issued Friday morning an injunction against the Wits Nims Hoay campaign at 519 Wy McCarty, Indianapolis, on the Belt Soap Co of Pennsylvania complaint claiming the Wilame company wraps a product they manufacture and is a wrapper for a trade name.
In New Ulm a court weighs circumstantial evidence surrounding Dr. Kach who is accused of the murder of rival Demust Dr. Tieb- Thanit. A verdict likely near in a high profile case.
A dense, fragmentary list cataloging meats and dairy items with varied spellings and garbled names. Includes eggs, butter, cheese, ham, pork, beef, veal, mutton, and other staples linked to regional brands and prices, with numerous OCR errors but clear focus on retail offerings and per unit costs.
A fragmented list of produce and bulk goods with varied prices includes apples, berries, cabbage, lemons, beans, almonds, walnuts, peanuts, onions, beets, carrots, celery, potatoes, and other items. The nonspecific garbled OCR shows per unit and per quantity pricing for diverse commodities across multiple regions.
Mire Lida Rose claims John W. Hoss burned her clothes to stop her from going to church and says he deserted her. The Army reportedly ordered batteries of marching suits from a Cred site works in France to develop an improved weapon type for the American army and navy.
A jury or court reached a verdict in favor of the defendant regarding alleged damages claimed by Mrs Tamra Le Voon. The case involved claims that the hallway was mowed or damaged by the defendant, with the plaintiff seeking compensation. The court directed the return of a verdict for the defendant.
Grainy listing shows coal and coke prices by county and supplier, including Saline and Sillne counties, with figures like $4.28, $6.00, and $5050 notes. Mentions shipments, bags, crushed coke per bushel, per ton charges, and handling details such as ground, dumped, or carried by wheelbarrow or chute.
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