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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1905

Page

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Prisoner Gillespie Isolated by Crowd At Union Station

Hans Gillespie, twin sister murderer, arrives at Indianapolis Union Station en route to Mid City penitentiary. Handcuffed but with wrists crossed, he is hooted by crowds at Lawrenceburg Junction Greensburg and Shelbyville as Sheriff Rump and Marshal Querry guard him. He travels without baggage, wearing a dark suit and hat, insisting he is treated well.

Union Station Indianapolis Hans Gillespie Murederer Elizabeth Gillespie Indianapolis Union Station Cefork Mid City Penitentiary Lawrencesburg Junction Greensburg Shelbyville Rump Marshal Querry Prisner Gimashie Sherif Rreno Hanilly Lake Erie Cillea Nfe Wey Hai Lawrenenburg Lok Gilleaple James Gillespie Cuimn Station Michigan City Lawreneshire Jecred

Escaped Prisoner Captured After Wandering Town

An escaped prisoner from Mating county was recaptured two miles from town by a marshal after a fresh sighting at 4 a.m. A police response followed, with officers pursuing leads across Lebaniy and engaging in téléphonie coordination.

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Wreck of Fast Mail Train Near City Causes Several Injuries

A freight derailment and collision occurred on the rail line near the city at about 2 a.m. The fast mail train No. 5 derailed, breaking in two and tipping cars onto the track. Crew and workers suffered injuries, though no fatalities were reported. Debris and wreckage clutter the rails as emergency crews assess the damage and secure the site.

Bai AMA Yrds Wieter

Inspector examines trash rules for store decors and signage

A local inspector surveys ordinances on trash tagging and storefront decorations. The item notes enforcement steps and mentions potential penalties, with references to merchants and building storefronts. The fragment emphasizes compliance and future inspections.

Karl Merchant Wall Comepietenns

Whitaclls Arrest Tied to Deliberate Streetcar Robbery

Bert Whitacell, a long‑searched fugitive, was arrested Friday on charges linked to a deliberate streetcar robbery. Constable Young had a warrant for his arrest for two years while Whitacll faced an earlier assault case. The prosecutor allowed bail with a promise to return with the money, but Whitacll disappeared and was not seen again until news of his potential recapture surfaced.

Bert Whitaell Freday Delberate Dnetire Stout Young Whiteell Marie Anderson Whitsell Whitacil Hante

Train Collision Kills Two at Forty Second Street

A tramp from Stewart Leimeen and William AL Braet died after a Western train struck a closed carriage at Forty second street. Eyewitness Shaw saw the crash as guards blew whistles and bells rang. Barrett was found in the creek, Johnson beside the track. one died then, the other the next day.

Eimer Stewart Leimeen William AL Braet Berai Pytewsiler Shaw Eax Barrett Johnson

Bride found choked to death in Peoria reports

Brief notes from Peoria Indianapolis and Upland on fatalities and suicides. Mrs Otis Botts a bride is found dead in Peoria after being choked. George Moore a colored man dies suddenly at Salvation Army barracks in Indianapolis. Mrs Melvin Christer commits suicide in Upland and her husband consumes poison an hour later.

Peoria Otis Botts Indianapolis George Moore Salvation Army Upland Ind Melvin Christer Comicide

Poisoning case linked to Bradley plot and courier

A suspected poisoning attempt centers on Bradley, with the messenger boy Will McKinney delivering a whisky package to him. Investigators seek motive while manager Samuels declines to discuss internal details, and tests by Dr. Keene await results as police probe who sent the package and why.

Samuels Bradley Bradien Gerber Nim Gina Sado Mit Kiow Frank Samuels Omar Bridley Camhe van Viet Air Kostal Company Thrutatyais T. Victor Keene Weelley

Fragments From a Crime Case and Hospital Trial Notes

A slip of paper mentions Charles L. Poeker and a hospital trial involving Hazel and a note to her father claiming she heard of Hazel’s injury. Handwriting experts, Charlestown, and a defense conversation are referenced alongside a stray mention of a baby’s eczema remedy and Cuticura products.

Scrippsaa Rar Press Hosvon Sataritny Charles L. Poeker Mirstall Vodawetl Cart Phere & Martin Morton Charlestown Mada Teli Merton Chiorbetosn Mats Hirele Marie Page Hazel Chusetts Hospital Tucker Tucker Dame Charlot Staines Hywel Teneih

Roosevelt Seeks White House Conference on Tariff and Session

President Roosevelt invites leaders of the Senate and House to a January conference at the White House to discuss public matters and the potential for a spring or March extra session. The talks focus on which bills advance, tariff amendments, interstate commerce issues, and railroad rate regulation, with plans to decide timing before the next regular session.

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Lockwood Seeks Pen in Governor’s Commission Signing Episode

A chaotic scene unfolds as Governor Grow velect Hanky presents a signed commission. A dispute over ownership of the ceremonial pen leads to secretaries scrambling for a replacement. Amid tensions, Lockwood insists on securing the ink tool used to seal the governor’s order. The exchange culminates with a pen drawn from the desk and the commission ultimately signed.

Weather Outlook Notes From A Fragment

Fragmentary weather teaser mentions cold Sunday with heavy snow possible and notes temperature reading times toward morning and noon. References to Jets and pianos appear garbled, leaving unclear local details.

Boodle Rumors and Republican Senate Hopes

Fragmentary report from the Journal Republican notes rumors in the La Cripps area about a GOP senatorial contest. The piece suggests possible cross-currents within the party as votes shift and coalition lines form around Thomas H. Niedringhaus and Cockrell.

GAO Test Ghat Begun In Court

Brennan faces disobedience charge over city gas price ordinance as court action unfolds. The case stems from a dispute over a municipal gas rate set at cents and a supplier defiance, with bond posted but defendant absent as hearings push to the next session.

GAO Mo Brennne Brennan Warrum Putice Paler Court

Cocaine Epidemic Plagues Indianapolis Citizens

Police report a widespread cocaine and opium problem in Indianapolis with addicts visible on city streets. Druggists allegedly profit from cheap supplies, while users, often poorly nourished and disheveled, become unreliable and dangerous. Police describe addicts as violent when deprived of drugs, with saloon and street traffic fueling the spread. Mentions of crackdowns and cross-border purchases highlight the scale of the issue.

Suspects Released In Dunning Snow Death Case

Clarence Little and Max Tornber, held in connection with the death of a young woman found in a snowdrift near Dunning, were released from custody Saturday. Authorities believe the man identified by Little was an error and that the body may not be Miss Nehault of Kany Kakues.

Scipes Ural Pres Association Chicago Dan Clarence Little Max Tornber Yutod Dunning Taleasl Little Miss Nehault Kany Kakues

Price Cut on Goke Coal By Indianapolis Gas

The Indianapolis Gas company reduced coke prices to 3.350 for lamp use and 4.50 for the crushed variety. The change marks a one cent per bushel difference for each type.

Indianapolis Gas Company

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