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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1904
Page
6
An advertisement extols Blood Balm with claims of curing a wide range of ailments including eczema, rheumatic pains, skin sores, cancers, and gland swellings. It asserts a permanent cure through a botanical formula, promotes blood purification, and notes availability in Indianapolis with mail order.
Arthur Betz, 21, a mill worker, killed himself at home after his wife Renee Pfeffer suffered. he prepared by tying ropes around his neck and limbs and pulling the bedpost to end his life, leaving a widow and young child. Betz had recently married Miss Moxh in April and was driven to despair after losing his job.
H Brough, who delivered the Canton lecture at the Society of Arts, stated that Howth Africa produced a high percentage of the world’s diamonds. He noted that in early Kimberley days, mine waste was used for roadmaking and present dirt in main streets was washed for diamonds with noticeable profits.
In New York on January 9, Mi s Juana Krinckerhoff testifies that the sparkling jewels worn by the widow of George Brinckerhoff were paste. The widow explains finances, heirs, and a $700 monthly apartment, while a museum director husband’s estate is discussed and a court order compels her appearance. The tale includes jewelry, a piano, and claims of wealth, with two Cubans present as witnesses. In Chicago, a fireproof theater ordinance is proposed, requiring all new theaters to use fireproof materials.
Baron Gevers the Dutch ambassador to the United States has been named to represent his country in Rome. He chose Rome over St Petersburg and Constantinople and will depart soon for the Italian capital.
Floyd County Indiana sheriff J Morris purchases two bloodhounds to aid in tracing criminals. A demonstration is planned next Monday with a former owner supervising. A young man volunteers to be tracked to show the dogs’ tracking method, aided by officers observing the dogs’ ability and handling.
Report from Paris notes rising consumption of horse meat at 28,400 horses yearly. Meat is darker than beef and less tender. Increased demand linked to supply strain and siege, with older exhausted animals used. large slaughtered stock shipped to offices before distribution, while northern departments report horse scarcity for work.
A sensational note from New York describes a stage hypnotism act as a marvel of mind power. A glossy promotion claims the American College of Sciences Rochester will send a free booklet on hypnotism and its “wonderful” methods to readers, promising instant influence and personal magnetism.
The fragmentary text references a draft or notice related to an event or product titled Valuable Dren Brooklet on Rheumatism. It mentions names like Jackwor Biel and terms suggesting a public or legal notice and approval, but the exact details remain unclear.
A narrative notes a Baltimore man treated with radium for tongue and throat cancers. It describes the physician’s observations, patient response, and the alleged outcome after three weeks, including dental issues and the patient’s request for medical opinion on the treatment.
In Scotland Neck, Anne Whaley 25 received a five year term for beating Lith Davin 16, daughter of Georgia Davin. The arrest followed neighbor complaints as Davin bore bruises and welts from a stick. The report also notes a Memorial Hospital CHICAMO proposal by Richard Crane Jr. and a $33.00 offer for memorial care.
A sensational offer promises a free one week trial of Regenerative Tablets said to restore vitality, strength, and sexual health. The notice cites cures for impotence, spermatorrhea, and related conditions, with bold claims of universal effectiveness and no charge for the trial, sent by mail in plain packaging. It lists legal notices and court actions but centers on the alleged medical remedy and free trial to attract recipients.
Rent notices list multiple dwellings with prices and addresses including Ashland Merkel Dugald Cornell Mor Park Deane White Bath Gow Street and nearby roads. Entries show unit types rooms storerooms garages boiler heat and market rent figures. Gregory and Co. advertise in a local rental column with emphasis on affordable housing options.
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