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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1907
Page
1
Senator Beveridge advocates a thorough and honest primary law to put nominations and committee control directly in the hands of the people. He cites Wisconsin Minnesota and Illinois as models and warns against imperfect laws that aid political manipulation, urging Indiana's legislature to act promptly.
Brief items note the Park Board’s short Monday session on park matters before winter vacations. Edward J. Denny, an expert accountant and amateur palm reader, claimed a reading predicted a long trip and religious crankiness, but the subject later found Christian Science. The county prosecutor’s inquiry may not resume before the January grand jury. Mayor Bookwaller returns downtown but remains unwell. A seventh floor private restaurant will open in the new Board of Trade building. Bishop Potter’s Tomlinson Hall lecture is postponed two weeks.
Gen Alexander Ouchakoff expresses compassion for his wife Mme Ouchakoff who eloped with Lieut. Kossipoff from Russia. She is cared for by her mother in Melbourne with Russian consulate funds. The couple fled from St Petersburg to New York Havre London and now Australia as czar's spies pursued them.
Judge J M Leathers of the superior court refused to grant a divorce to Helena M Allison from James A Allison a fountain pen maker. The wife alleged jealousy and improper support pointing to an incident at a dance hosted by a secret order. She testified she bought an automobile with her late father’s money.
The Retail Lumber Dealers association plans a two day meeting in Tomlinson Hall with lumber and building materials exhibits. Women are invited to attend. A Thursday night reception for lumbermen and guests will follow. D A Peterson presides at 10 20 Thursday. welcome by Mayor Bookwalter. Speakers include K A Long J T Eaglesfield and F B Parker. Topics cover US and Canada lumber supply, car service and retailer concerns.
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Senator Overman argued that federal bills regulating child labor would stretch the commerce clause, usurp states rights, and centralize powers. He favored limited federal action, urged keeping powers reserved to the states, and warned regulation of education and schools could provoke conflict and unrest.
Rain and colder Tuesday night then clear and much colder Wednesday. Sunrise 7 07 Sunset 4 37.
Gov. Johnson convened the Minnesota legislature and will send his message to the general assembly tomorrow. Reported Johnsonian reform recommendations focus on insurance regulation. L. H. Johnson was elected speaker of the house. Republicans will nominate Knute Nelson for U.S. Senate.
Serious MacHac Preas Association reports Prof Carl Hau of Washington may not be tried for murdering his mother in law at Baden Baden. Hau was a complete nervous wreck when he passed Hamburg last night en route to Baden Baden.
Jefferson City Mo Jan 8 a bill was introduced in the senate by Senator Humphrey seeking an appropriation of forty thousand dollars for a state building and exhibit at the Jamestown exposition through the Scripps McHae Poens Association.
Marion county coroner H D Tutewiler released a 1906 report showing 15 murders, plus two possible homicide deaths, and 523 investigations. It lists incidents including Marks, Grigore, Moore, and others, with details on motives, locations, and outcomes. The office held 153 post mortems, cost $9,430, and saved $1,050 from free autopsies.
Dr. Philip E. Johnson of New York, who moved to Portland with his bride to practice, was murdered and robbed last night. His body was found in Jefferson Street near the Ford Street bridge after he left to visit Dr. Panton. Police consider murder with a possible motive beyond robbery. Mrs. Johnson, daughter of former Ohio governor Hoadley, is his wife.
An elderly Omaha pauper of 70 with epilepsy at Douglas county poor house learns of a $100,000 inheritance from a California-based wealthy brother. He plans to stay at the poor farm until funds are in hand, then move to better quarters once identified and forwarded portions of the bequest.
A chorus of Indiana figures and national observers praise Capt. Harry S. New for national Republican chairman. They cite his wide acquaintance, political experience, and ability to manage affairs, noting his ties to Hanna and Cortelyou and predicting success in leadership.
The St James club in London complains after James Bryce is chosen as ambassador to the United States. The club says the post and pension were taken from them and that Bryce, an outsider, will gain a knighthood, depriving a member of an implied extra right.
Evans Woollen counsel for the American National Bank and Roscoe Hawkins with Hilton A Brown of the Indiana Lawton monument commission traveled to Washington to invite President Roosevelt to deliver the unveiling address. A date is not fixed though May 30 was once announced and the ceremony will be set at the president's convenience.
Ashjian Bros. & Co offers fluffy rugs made from old Ingrain Brussels velvet Wilton moquette and axminster carpets. Both phones listed for contact.
Local Democrats left the county by special car to attend the Jackson day celebration in Lafayette. A large meeting and banquet were planned with speakers including J. Hamilton Lewis of Chicago Charles L. Jewett of New Albany Judge William Prentiss of Chicago J A M Adair of Portland Senator L Ert Slack of Franklin Samuel M Ralston of Lebanon Senator Carl E Wood of Seymour Joseph M Cravens of Madison and others.
An old line praises Heal Bros plastering as best, referencing Hoom 230 and Knights of Pythias building at New 1828 Main 605. The fragment hints at a local business advertisement or notice with address and organization mention.
Patronized by the best epicures, the shop advertises new pianos priced from 165 dollars and up. Located at 38 and 40 Circle, the venue boasts none better in quality.
Special Judge John Rhealing ordered a venire of salesmen for the Metzger case. Chief of Police Robert Metzger faces trial January 14 for alleged assault and battery on John H. Farrington, with defense attorneys stating readiness for the scheduled date.
Immiment danger of destructive inundation reported for Broad Ripple as White River rises rapidly. Flooding threats center on a clogged outlet and washouts, with potential for major damage if the levee breach recurs and the river spills into streets and Riverside park shelter house.
Special to The Sun from Plymouth Indiana dated January 8 reports State Senator John W Parks a well known reformer remains ill at home and is not expected to attend the opening session of the legislature.
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