Thaw Insanity Plea Push Before Murder Trial
Final bid to induce Harry Thaw to plead insanity in the Stanford White murder case. Two weeks hence he faces trial. Mrs. Thaw, urged by Senator Knox and Justice McKenna, weighs the strategy as Evelyn Nesbit Thaw visits Tombs prison with flowers and treats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Thaw
Stanford White
Pittsburg
Knox
Justice McKenna
Thaw
Evelyn Nesbit Thaw
Tombs Prison
Cry of Children Heard by State Charities Report
State agents spent 872% field days in 12 months visiting 1695 children, with 76 percent doing well and 10 percent poorly. One hundred eighty to homes, 94 applications denied, 332 special items, and total agency travel costs at 6085.73. Since 1897, 1542 placements with 1173 remaining off public support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orphans’ Home Association
Local Jottings from University Place On City Life
Brief items from University Place note Sheriff’s deputy authority, a strenuous January grand jury, library crowding after room rearrangements, and an improved Board of Trade cornice. Other tidbits: a Florida vacation hope, an eager bailiff, fresh country eggs sold as a cooperative, yard plans at the statehouse, six dozen cuspidors for lawmakers, and Union station debates about elevated tracks and future space.
Riot at City Board Office Ends in Brawl
Preston C. Trusler a member of the Board of Public Works struck Attorney James L. Gavin after an insulting charge. The altercation sparked a riot with many participants as police arrived and restored order. Gavin sustained a badly discolored left eye and drew blood in the confrontation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preston C. Trusler
Board of Public Works
James L. Gavin
Mr. Gavin
Davis
Board of Public Health Office
Gavins
Mr. Trusler
Joseph .T. Elliot
Frederick Ki. Mack
Gavin
Seventeenth St
Martindale
Roosevelt Ave
United States Weather Forecast Update
Rain expected Monday night and Tuesday with colder conditions. Sunrise and sunset times listed as 7. a.m. and 4:95 p.m. Moon phase noted at 2 p.m. Local readers advised to monitor regional forecasts for further details.
Man Saves Home Fire Raging Christmas Tree
A. N. Chandler carried a flaming Christmas tree from 1407 Ringgold St on Saturday night, suffering burns to face and hands but saving the dwelling from destruction. The tree, lit with candles for a holiday display, ignited after a candle burned down, scattering embers that started a quick blaze, extinguished by Hose Co. 26 and Hook and Ladder Co. 7. loss estimate about 69 dollars.
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A. N. Chandler
Ringgold St
Chandler
Hose Company No. 26
Hook and Ladder Company No. 7
Funeral for Mrs Murray Held at Kelsey Home
The funeral for Mrs T J Murray wife of Dr Murray of Butte Montana was held Sunday morning at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Benjamin Kelsey 1514 College Ave Indianapolis. Dr Murray aided by G W Goodale who was groomsman at their 1889 wedding brought the body to Indianapolis Saturday. Mrs Murray formerly Miss Kelsey was educated in Indianapolis city schools and in the Girls Classical school. Besides her husband and parents she leaves three young children the oldest bot years old and seven brothers and sisters.
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T. J. Murray
Murray
Butte, Mont
Indianapolis
Girls’ Classical School
Bot
New York Mayoralty Challenge Seeks Ouster
Attorney General William S. Jackson filed in New York Supreme Court to oust Mayor George B. McClellan, arguing William R. Hearst was legally elected. The action, served at McClellan’s office, startled political circles and centers on alleged poll fraud and rightful mayoral succession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam S. Jackson
New York Supreme Court
George B. McClellan
New York
William R. Hearst
Jackson
Stole Many Wheels Disrupts City Theft Ring Tells on Teens
Frank Coonfield aged 15 and Ivan Studder aged 16 were charged with stealing bicycle wheels hidden around the city including under a viaduct and in a shed. Studder to grand jury, Coonfield before juvenile court. Others accused were found, detained, and the police seek a further gang member. A dispute at a city council meeting erupted into a melee involving several officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fletcherave
Frank Coonfield
Mullen
Stewart
St. Georgia St
Kitzmiller and
Trimpe
E. Washington St
Coonfield
Studder
Tele-Pnone
Crane
TF Letcher-Ave
Indiana Briefs and Local Notables
Indiana briefs note the Ohio river forecast of falling levels after reaching 40 feet on Monday. Rev Verling W Helm plans return to Japan for YMCA work. Joseph Hengel, 60, died while shaving. Locust Street Methodist Church in Greencastle dedicated at 15 000 dollars. Fire near Gooding corner in Greenfield nearly destroyed the 1833 building insured for 1 000. D P Sebastian and wife plan a spring wagon trip to California for Mrs Sebastian’s health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelbyville
Joseph Hengel
Greencastle
Locust St. M. E
Hughes
DePuw University
Greenfield
Gooding Corner
Richmond
D. P. Sebastian
California
Butter Scoring Contest at Indiana State Dairy Meeting
The 17th annual Indiana State Dairy Association meeting will be held January 30 and 31 in the supreme courtroom at the statehouse. A butter and cheese scoring contest will be featured with machinery and dairy supplies exhibited. Exhibitors receive $275 in premiums. H. J. Fidler of Purdue University dairy department will be in charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana State Dairy Association
Supreme Courtroom
Statehouse
H. J. Fidler
Purdue University
Floor Space For Rent And First Class Storage
Iske Bros offer floor space for rent and first class storage at 23 N Alabama St with contact via phone 1223. Compact local classifieds note available space for commercial storage and floor rental in a central location.
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Iske Bros
Alabama St
Hearst Complaint Alleges Election Irregularities in New York
The attorney general charges Hearst was properly elected and asserts ballots were lawfully marked for Hearst in every city district while inspectors counted them for McClellan. It claims unregistered men voted for McClellan, double voting occurred, and illegal ballots favoring McClellan were cast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State of
New York
Hearst
McClellan
Three Burglaries Reported In Local Downtown Areas
A burglary at Frank Ryan’s storefront on S Illinois Street in the Occidental Hotel building led to the theft of umbrellas and hats Sunday night. J E Solomon’s store at 423 W Washington Street was entered via a rear window and several suits were stolen. At Solomon Cohn’s home at 936 5S Capitol Ave burglars broke in through a rear window and stole two diamond rings valued at 138 dollars each.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Ryan
S. Ilinois St
J. E. Solomon
Washington St
Solomon Cohn
Capitol Ave
Cohn
Gust Rosberg Tailor in Pembroke Arcade
Gust Rosberg, a tailor in Pembroke arcade, announces fall and winter cuttings are now ready for clients. He offers updated fabrics and styles for the upcoming season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gust Rosberg
Pembroke Arcade
Oriental and Domestic Rugs Cleaned and Repaired
Ashjian Bros. and Co. advertise rug cleaning, dyeing, alteration and repair services at 38 and 40 Circle. Patronized by the best epicures, offering Oriental and domestic rug care with two contact phones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Restaurant
Ashjian Bros. & Co
Denison Barber Shop Beats New Pianos Offer
Denison barber shop advertises new pianos with prices from $165 and up and mentions Wulsehner's as a related name in the local shop scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denison Barber Shop
the Beat
Wulsehner
Legislature Prepares for Delayed Address and Pay Rule
The Attorney General's opinion holds members are paid only for time on duty. Gov Henls plans to read the message himself when branches are ready, likely Friday, while Harry Slough prepares materials. The State Board of Medical Registration discusses regulating practice and schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Medical Registration and Examination
General Assembly
MOVED STAG CLUB SHIFTS AFTER GAMBLING INQUIRY
The Indiana Stag club moved its operations from its N Delaware street clubhouse early Monday. Large moving vans loaded furniture which will be stored for now. Several members have been indicted by the grand jury on gambling and running a gambling house charges. There were rumors of quarters in the Claypool hotel but investigators found no traces of the club or a poker game.
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Indiana Stag Club
N. Delaware St
Michigan
North Sts
Delaware St
Stag Club
Claypool
Martin Hyland
Adolph Asche
Seret. Hagerty
Quigley
Incorporations Filed In Secretary of State Office
Articles of incorporation filed Monday name Staub-Frenk Co Indianapolis general tailoring capital stock mine incorporators John W Staub George J Frenk and Jean A i rent Knecht Clothing Co Rushville capital stock 8000 directors John A Knecht William J Knecht and Emiel J Knecht Globe Clothing Co Warsaw stock 0 000 incorporators Calvin Chris Ker William B Beroth.
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Secretary of State
Staub-Frenk Co
Indianapolis
General Tailoring
Capital Stock Mine
John W. Staub
George J. Frenk
Jean A. i
The
Knecht Clothing Co
Rushville
Capital
Fle
John A. Knecht
William J. Knecht
Emiel J. Knecht
Globe Clothing Co
Warsaw
Incorporators
Ham Brralvin
Chrics
Lo Ker
William B. Beroth
Local Incorporation Filings List in Indiana
The list names West Slide Realty Co of Vincennes with capital stock 4.0 and directors Anton Simon Simon Whixmiller Claudie C Winkler. Farmers Cooperative Vilephone Co of Fulton Marshall Miami Watash Koselusko and Whitley counties has capital stock 30.00 with incorporators Thomas FE Ball James Paxton Snac Shoemaker John Summe Sidbs Hoffman. The Fisher OU Co of Pennsylvania with capital stock 300000 has SLOW represented in Indiana and filed articles of incorporation. W S Baker of Vincennes is the agent in this state.
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West Slide Realty Co
Vincennes
Capital Stock
Anton Simon
Simon Whixmiller
Claudie C. Winkler
Farmers’ Co-operative
Vilephone Co
Fulton, Marshall
Miami
Watash
Koselusko
Whitley Counties
Thomas FE. Ball
James Paxton
Snac
John Summe
Sidbs Hoffman
Fisher OU Co
Pennsylvania
Indiana
W. S. Baker
Plan for hatchery aims to stock Marion county streams
Local men formed a Marion county fish hatchery group at the fish and game commissioner's office. George Mannfeld was elected president, Gua Hahbieh treasurer, Herman A Goth vice president, and E. E. Earle secretary. A $395.50 fund was secured to advance the project with several site offers. The plan seeks a private, local hatchery to stock streams with smallmouth bass and other game fish, with a Jan 18 meeting to appoint a site committee and push for rapid progress. The League of American Sportsmen also received 1244 dozen Alabama quail for restocking purposes.
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Marion County
League of American Sportsmen
Alabama
Ice Cream Cones For Banquets And Parties
Ice cream cones offered for banquets receptions and parties with contact via old phone number Main 6211 for arrangements.
Plasterers and decorators advertise repair department
Plasterers and decorators announce a repair department now open for quick work on short notice. Call Bell phone 05 Main or new phone 1828 for service.
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Bell
The Gem Laundry Ad Notice
The Gem Laundry offers family washings with rough dry at 5c per pound. All flat pieces ironed. Try it. Phones 1 72.
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GEM Laundry
Shotguns and Rifles Football Goods Listing
Gus Habich at 121 West Washington Street offers firearms and sporting gear including shotguns and rifles. Customer inquiries may contact the address for more details on available inventory and pricing.
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Gus Habich
Washington St
New Indianapolis Captain Becomes Acting Chairman of GOP
CAPT Harry S New of Indianapolis is now acting chairman of the Republican National Committee after Postmaster General Cortelyou retires. Rumors swirled about his succession but supporters say he will avoid factional politics and act to unite the party under Fairbanks and Hanna era influence, remaining discreet and silent amid rumors.
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Harry S. New
Indianapolis
Republican National Committee
Cortelyou
National Republican Committee
Capt. New
Polticians
Mark Hanna
Fairbanks
Scott
West Virginia
Capt. News Friends
Pairbanks
Harry S. New of Indianapolis Political Figure and Publisher
Harry S. New, Indianapolis native and son of John C. New former Indianapolis Journal owner, rose from police reporter to publisher. A prominent party leader and three term national committee member, he served as state senator starting in the sixty first general assembly and was a Span ish American War staff officer under General Ludlow with the rank of captain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry S. New
Indianapolis
John C. New
Indianapolis Journal
Capt. New
Indianapolils
Butler College
Butler
Mr. New
Journal
Indiana
National Committee
G.n. Ludlow
State Board toMeet at Statehouse for Reg Meeting
The State Board of Medical Registration and Examination will hold its regular meeting at the boards offices in the statehouse Tuesday at 10 30 Officers will be elected and the minimum requirements for seven colleges will be revised. At 2 oclock Louisa Wessel of Wayne will have her case heard on a new charge. She was guilty last year on a similar charge and her license was revoked and appealed to the county court now to be tried again Tuesday on a new day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Medical Registration and Examination
Statehouse
Louisa Wessel
Wayne
Baby smothering suspected in Detroit area death
Mrs. George Foy of West Michigan Avenue found her weeks old infant smothered by bedding during the night. Coroner Petersdorf ordered an inquest to determine cause of death. The case centers on potential smothering while the infant slept.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Foy W. Michigan Jr
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Scripps-McRaee Press Association
Senator Knox
Supreme Court
Tered
Board of State Charities
Richard P. Craft
Joe Clay
Sheriff's Office
Board of Trade
J. Clyde Power
Florida
Perry Hardin
Criminal Court
Trust
Union Station
University Place
P. C. Trusler
J. L. Gavin
Insulter
United States
TWINS
ChicaGo
Butte
N.Y
Jack
SON
Nm’clellan
York Supreme Court
Gally
Scrippasa-McRae Press
Anansociation
Frederick W. Eppert
Charles G. Davis
Frank Noll
Frank E. Gavin
Congress
Harry Royse
Evansville
Ohio River
Wabash
Verling W. Helm
Japan
Attorney General's
Bass
Fish and Game Commissioner
George
Heal Bros
NEW Now
Lis Man
MR. Cortelyou
Mr. Fairbanks
Presidency
Washington, D. C
Cape
Altoge
Hoosier
Miss May Griffin
Mra
Willar
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