Pluck-me Stores Suppress Miners in Indiana Mines
A reporter outlines a system called the pluck-me store scheme used by coal companies in Indiana. Workers are coerced to trade at company stores, with dismissal or worse for not patronizing them. Senator Byrd arrives to propose bills to curb the practice, while state miners inspector Mejadae describes inflated prices and long-term effects on labor.
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George B. Byrd
Brazil
Senator Byrd
MeiJaade
Grand Hotel
Indiana
Pernape 2
Cme
Campins
Msi
Olige
Tavie Ingle’s
Pike County
Ance
Robertson on Deck as Senate Conrovers and Controversy Rise
Col R S Robertson faces a split in Indiana politics as Democratic senators debate his acceptance as lieutenant governor during the opening session. Some argue he cannot serve yet, while others claim he is the only elected official for the post beginning next Monday, risking Republican tensions. Robertson says he will be present Thursday, unsure if he will be escorted home in a shuttle or a reconstructed state term.
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Ziee
Senate
Col. R. S. Robertson
Robertson
Denison House
Inhertson
C. A. Reeve
Maulinix
pardon for innocent man frees Minnesota convict
SUFFERED FOR A BROTHER, STILLWATER. Jacob Bird, released from state prison on a governor’s pardon after more than ten years, maintained innocence in a murder for which his brother John was implicated. Bird, 18 at conviction in Dakota county, was sent to life imprisonment. John died in jail before trial. Birds’ pardon followed support from state leaders and new revelations, though he remains a broken man from long confinement.
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Stillwater
Minn
Jacob Bird
Dirdo
Dakota
Jagab
John
Bird
Sun Real Estate Offers Homes for Buy or Rent
A house listed among many options in THE Sun real estate column, inviting readers to find suitable properties for purchase or rental.
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Sun
Marion county dominates state senate race whispers
Amid fatigue and late campaigning, Marion county candidates surge as Schmuck and Frenzel gain ground. Niblack clings to a lead while lingering tensions over Robartson’s senate seat emerge. Doorkeeper and trustees races draw keen attention with Holtman touted as a standout contender.
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Meron County
Marion County
Schmuck
Niblack
John P. Frenzal
Frenzel
Senate
Marsh
Tain
J.B. Wilson
Sehmack
Marion Conte
Niplack
Spaatker
A. T. Wilson
R. L. Hays
Louis Holtman
Frezil
Trustes
Prayers at Legislature Divides Indiana Clergy and Lawmakers
Father Bessonies rejects charging five pounds per prayer in the legislature calling it charitable. He cites prior prayer in session and notes mixed views among clergy about the senate’s prayer role. Comparisons to French and German practices surface as leaders debate funding prayers and a church income. Weather notes Indian weather with cold wave and clearing skies.
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Mer
August Bessonies
St. Juan's Church
Myron W. Reed
Father Bestonies
Hari
Indianapolis
Senate
Leutenant
Daputisa
Frapnel
French Republic
Wappenhans
Signal Service
Reisbatag
Indiana
Father Alerding
St. Joseph’s Church
Clearance sale of broken sizes at low prices
George P. Maron offers a clearance sale of boots shoes and slippers in all broken sizes including odds and ends at very low prices. Call at 16 North Pennsylvania St to convince yourself the sale is real. For rent rooms appears on page two of Pas Sun.
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George P. Maron
North
Pennsylvania St
Be Was Electrified And the Mayor Wanted Firm Sent to the Pen
Reported in the police court, Daniel Nickerson faced charges of attempting to outrage Lizzie Barnett, a Bridgeport domestic worker. He claimed an Iowa penitentiary electrified him and that detectives tailed him since June, saying women would tempt him. The mayor ordered grand jury action after his insane defense. other suspects faced burglary charges or were fined for disorderly conduct as a disorderly conduct law debate loomed.
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Denny
Daniel Nickerson
Kizzoner
Lizzie Barnett
Michael Riley
Bridgeport
Nickerson
Iowa
Andrew Oebler
Frank Sins
Lawrence Hele
W. G. Alford
Meridian
McCariyels
Montth
Thrush
Grifling Doherty
Brosnan
Ned
Tin Reardon
Tarry
William Eckemiller
Pat Holland
Barry Doremus
Charles Wild
Travis
West Market
Wells
Frank Taylor
Indiana-ave
Grant
City gas trust plan questioned by Indianapol is officials
The article reports rumors that a group including Robert Lamb and John Frenzel contemplated unloading the Consumers’ gas trust onto Indianapolis city, with the city possibly buying the plant. C H E Merrifield denies knowledge of such a proposal, Judge Lamb calls it fiction, and the others decline to discuss further, suggesting no formal consideration or syndicate exists.
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Consumers’ Gas Trust Company
Indianapolis
Robert X. Lamb
John P. Frenzel
J. B. Claypool
Lux
C. H E. Merrifield
Trust Company
Roache
Frenzel
Ordi
Hook
Judge Lamb
Ramory
Eit
Reache
Chyte
Schmack
Tny
Selinick
Journal
Editor Halford to Succeed Elijah at Indianapolis Journal
A series of city items notes editor James Halford likely to replace his brother Elijah as editor of the Indianapolis Journal. Burglary at Decker’s storeroom and residence on Clifford Ave yields gold watch, cigars, and goods valued at 150. Court actions involve U C of A receivership, Roeceiver Bradley suit, and marriage/divorce actions in several courts. A cigar store thefts recovered from Andrew Oehler’s home. a 114-year-old son implicated in possessing the goods. Politics include Republican reaction to Market Master Isgrigg’s appointment of Joe Nairee and tied council chamber dynamics.
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Elijah
Indianapolis Journal
Decker
Clifford-ave
Taylor
U. C
Roeceiver
Alforid
Andrew Oehler
Isgrigg
Joe Nairee
Terre Haute
Gasper
Nairee
Webster
Council
Jim Davis
Dougherty
Fire destroys St Pauls chapel and lecture room
At about 1 a.m. Wednesday fire consumed the chapel and lecture room of St Pauls Episcopal church in St Pauls. Officials suspect natural gas ignition with no explosion heard. Loss includes the Sunday school library. Bishop Knickerbacker estimates 2500 to 5000 in potential losses. secretary Snyder cannot confirm insurance. The church has faced repeated reverses, including wind damage five years ago, and rebuilding may be delayed.
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St. Pauls Cheard
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
Sundoy
Knickerbacker
Snyder
Explosion Tears a Mine in Tenn Also Big Property Loss
Five hundred pounds of dynamite exploded in the Inman ore mines near Jaster Tennessee, shaking the area as if an earthquake. A hole the size seen tore through the mine roof causing about 10000 dollars in damage. The blast also led to a flurry of conveyance deeds and property transfers totaling 25455 dollars and 50 cents, with various parcels and lots listed in the surrounding area.
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Jaster
Tenn, Jan
Inman
Ma ines on Harrison A Milder Politician in Posture
The January Methodist Magazine cites Rev M L Haines Gen Harrison’s pastor praising his character and politics. It notes his early deacon and elder ordination, a frank remark he lacks political wire pulling skill, and a Chicago convention anecdote showing calm composure and prudent restraint on liquor issue.
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M. L. Haines
Haices
Bhai Masia
Wyneral
Republican Party
Liquor League
Controversy Over City Dispensary Chief and Medicine Refusal
A Sun expose on 80 outrages in medical treatment triggers public debate. Physicians discuss Woodburn, the dispensary superintendent, amid accusations of refusing medicines and questionable excise practices. Bresdlove relies on friends for funds, while rumors claim Coviba joined staff as eye and ear specialist.
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Sam Brandlovely
Woodulo
SUN
Woodburn
Mike
Woodmrn
Bresdlove
Robertson's Right to Four Year Lieut Governor Claim?
In a tangled constitutional debate Robertson may claim the four year term as lieutenant governor though current clauses imply different election and term rules. Rumors of challenging the seating and opposition skepticism spread amid political theater and rumors of a possible stand.
Secret Health Board Meeting Hints at Staffing Changes
A SwanN reporter learned from Secretary Earp after a private health board consult at Mayor Denny's office that a compromise may appoint Earp as secretary and Hurty as chemist, with two more sanitary officers planned. The board aims to retain its current staff while expanding meat inspection and sanitary inspection roles.
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The
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Swann
Denny
Davis
Coll
Buckle
Cay
Harty
Hurty
Hurry
Pettijoln
Cold Wave Forecast and Dancing Ban Spark Local Talk
Weather clerk Wappenhas notes a mild cold wave with temperatures dropping to near freezing, followed by warm weather. A long term wave theory links cycles to north pole connected cold air masses. A Rockford telegram reports a backlash against a charity ball with ministers condemning it and organizers canceling the event.
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oSierr
Snimmera
Wannoenkana
North Pole
Iberia
Rockford
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