Navy Prize Money Report Clears Sampson of Favoritism
Secretary Long releases a letter to Senator Knute Nelson explaining the navy department does not control prize money distribution. treasury determines payouts under law. He notes the commander-in-chief is entitled to one twentieth of prize money for vessels under his command, which would have applied to Admiral Sampson if he were present, a fact the navy department cannot influence.
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Santiago
Cuba
Milk Use Scales Indianapolis To Ten Thousand Gallons Daily
Indianapolis consumes about 10 000 gallons of milk daily year round with winter cream adds and summer ice cream boosts up to 1 500 gallons. Most milk comes from within 40 miles but some travels from Elgin Illinois and Ohio, rail shipments declining while interurban lines add about 400 gallons daily. About 7 000 gallons arrive by wagon with 200 licensed wagons. 900 licensed dealers and many creamery distributors fill city needs. Formaldehyde is used by some dealers to preserve sweetness, but inspectors test and prosecute. one drop in a thousand million is detectable, violet color signals contamination, and counterfeit practises have diminished public risk.
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Elgin
Ohio
Greenwood
Greenfield
Rees
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Suicide by shotgun ends life of Cicero glass worker
Cicero Indiana January 9 William Frederick 26 a glass worker killed himself Wednesday evening at his sister Mrs George Wrights home by shooting the top of his head with a shotgun no reason given for the act
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William Frederick
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Reardon Announces Mayoral Run in Anderson
Anderson Indiana January 9 Democrat Attorney Edward D. Reardon declares his candidacy for the nomination for mayor. He joins the field seeking the city’s top office with a platform to address local issues.
Elegant quarters for Indianapolis Knights of Columbus council
The Indianapolis council of the Knights of Columbus has taken the entire third floor of the McCunt building at 14 16 E Washington St over a space later to house Columbia Bank. Furnishings worth about 3000 dollars are oak and custom made with a 1909 seat capacity around the walls. The assembly room measures 40 by 75 feet with two entry points and a canopy over the grand Knight chair. A billiard room lies between parlors and the assembly area with plans for a library and current magazines. The club enforces no liquor on premises and John Manning, ex license inspector, serves as custodian.
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Washington St
Columbia Bank
Indianapolis
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Hoosierisms and Local Vignettes Across Indiana
A garrett resident fends off a burglar with a revolver. thief flees with a gold watch. Syracuse fishermen face arrest for spearing and millions of lake theft alleged. Grant county sees fifteen mayoral hopefuls. Indiana merchants tout cut prices from bootjacks to pile drivers. Hairpins and safe ties tempt January buyers. Postmaster general Madden credit worry explained as isolated. no broad rule. Union township High School students stage feet auction for decorating funds. A Hope social ends with an vaccinated joke about arms and Shelbyville.
Physicians urged to tighten safeguards on contagious diseases
Dr Lowry, head of the City dispensary, criticizes doctors for lax infection control. He urges robes or gowns and rubber caps, washing with carbolic solution after leaving a sick room, and fumigating clothes. He also calls for warning families to prevent spread.
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Lowry
Temptations All Around the Cash Boys and Cash Girls
Analysis of store youth employment highlighting age rules, long hours, slow advancement, and high temptation to steal. Managers screen hires and separate boys and girls to curb idleness. Experienced country shop workers rise to sales, while indoor training emphasizes specialized knowledge and continual supervision. John N Feasey notes theft persists despite prevention efforts.
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John N. Feasey
New York
Scandal Aboard In Denver Divorce Threat Circa The Quiet
Indianapolis readers know the Colliers from local comedies. A Denver dispatch reports Louise Allen Collier, wife of actor William Collier, was assaulted at the Brown Palace. She fled to the St James hotel with plans to sue for divorce due to alleged cruelty after a late night dispute at the Broadway theater engagement.
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Louise Allen Collier
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Kidnaped His Own Boy in Veedersburg Case
Asa Mills arrived in Washington with his six year old son, after kidnapping him from his grandparents in Veedersburg. Mills says he will not surrender the boy until court orders compel him.
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Ind
Asa Mills
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Mill
A Woman’s Judgment Destroys a Sealed Past Bond
In a softly lit room Ruth and Richard confront a test of truth and trust. Ruth demands a full recounting of past sins before commitment, while Richard refuses to reveal his past. Ruth confesses a hard fought, redemptive life, arguing true strength comes from repentance. She pleads, he mulls, and she finally reaches toward him as he exits. New York News.
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Steady Nerves and Sleep Promised by Dr A W Chase Pills
An Indianapolis reader endorses Dr. A W Chase's Nerve Pills praising steady nerves refreshed sleep and renewed strength as keys to full life. Mrs C M Stoneburner of Indianapolis reports nervous, run down, sleepless nights improved after using a box from Hyder's drug store. Pills sold in boxes with the A W Chase portrait and signature.
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Vaudeville acts and new entertainments headline the week
The Grand hosts Lafayette the magician and a touring vaudeville bill next week. Happy Hooligan and the two yellow kids with McFadden's flats also appear at the Park this week. An Empire bill change Thursday adds a new vaudeville and burlesque company. Also notices for Hood's Sarsaparilla, burial vaults, a new portrait studio, Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup, and Indiana Dental College services.
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Empire
We Need Another Andrew Jackson, Judge Declares
Chicago audience at the Jackson day banquet hears Judge E F Dunne warn that British influence and a looming national bank threaten the republic. He urges a leader like Andrew Jackson to meet the danger and safeguard democracy.
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Chicago
E. F. Dunne
Ern Times
United States Bank
Jackson
Emma Booth Dies on Trial in Valparaiso Larceny Case
Miss Emma Booth daughter of a farmer dies suddenly during trial for larceny coroner rules heart failure. Also listed are assorted ads for Dr Bull's Cough Syrup Ledger binds barber supplies and dental services with new addresses in Indianapolis.
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Ind
Emma Booth
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