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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1905
Page
2
An advertisement offers Dr Shoop's Restorative with a free trial bottle and a full dollar bottle for those with heart trouble. It claims the remedy strengthens heart nerves, treats related stomach and kidney issues via the sympathetic system, and prompts readers to request a free order book and a heart booklet by writing to Dr Shoop.
The senate began repair work Tuesday considering a proposed reform taxing property held by non residents on mortgages. Senator Aekren of Harrison county introduced a bill anticipated to raise revenue. Cantwell delayed committee announcements. John R. Johnson of Rockville was sworn in to fill a Parke county vacancy after Elias Owens’s death.
Prosecutor Ira Holmen argued for warrants to send the case against the Indianapolis Gas Company to police court to avoid juvenile court. He contended the defendant was 17 years old, while juvenile court handles 16 year olds, and urged the matter be moved to police court for trial.
Gov. Peabody, deserted by supporters, announces plans to contest Alya Adams’s election as governor of Colorado. He states his intentions in a communication to the Colorado public.
Indianapolis tale centers on Joan Bell accused of aiding Ed Arnold and Burt Whitsett in a streetcar robbery on Tenth street. Moran of Frank Bird Transfer praises Bell as a skilled electrician and artist, offers potential work, and insists Bell’s innocence would prompt help to clear him.
Dr Alonen Sylvester once imperial court councilor and famed American dentist to Emperor William died Tuesday morning by suicide. The London trained physician faced a depleted practice after his former assistant Watson left, prompting professional and personal strain. In his final hours Sylvester dictated statements accusing disloyalty by Watson and penned a note to the emperor thanking him for friendship.
John McGregor longtime county commissioner recalls his past as a laborer and stone mason. He proudly wears the badge admitting him to the current stone masons meeting, noting his union membership and past work with fellow masons.
The son of Rev UK Phadera pastor Daniel Verd Flanders was unable to enter Yale University. An outlet through his head caused his death on the way to the home platl after failing the preliminary examination. The report notes his death occurred while attempting entry to the university.
A historical column notes events “today” from years past, recalling New York tailors forming the first city trade union, plus milestones from Baltimore, Chicago, and London. It also advertises a medical cure for piles, claiming PAZO is guaranteed to help in a short period.
In a tense meeting the Marion county delegation debated appointing seven representatives to three patronage posts, each for ten days. The group, including Howe, Clifford, Arson, Reich, Brunsuch, and Hubbard, weighed assigning two pages and faced shifting plans as Cantwell and others suggested choices.
Terrific cloudbursts in San Gorgon to pass, Mon- Way, produced the most extensive washouts in the western division of the Southern Pacific. For 18 miles the Banning and Liewsen roadbed is deluged. Telegraph wires down. Heavy rain sent rivers onto the call road. Three bridges washed away near Colton. thousands of feet of roadbed torn up. Mayer Harrison's party from Chirag is sealed at India, where trains are held.
Reported in Manila by the Associated Press, Lieutenant Jewel Jewell and several privates of the 14th Cavalry were killed in action near Jolo. The US Army engagement against Moro forces at a fortress near Mae-ni led to the fortress’s destruction and collapse of combat positions.
A scrambled report notes Gov Charles Duneen and family rushing to the bedside of their daughter Dorony, age 1, as she worsens after an injury. An appendectomy was anticipated, with the governor arriving after the inauguration, while an earlier anxious Tuesday morning update described slight improvement.
A man described as Brewer, captured near Stirtlonsst close to Twraty Albert, was handed to a mid in the YoOM.GAL building after a disturbance. Ley alerted police who found Brewer had just been released from a prior sentence and claimed to be traveling.
Press Association reports in detabin Tuesday that Timothy J. Wondeult former lieutenant governor of Mia Ith Morrison are engaged with plans to marry possibly in May or June. Morrison lives with her mother and sister in Dorelton apartments. Woodrum declined to confirm or deny, saying announcements will be made properly when ready. The report also mentions John BE Wormbutt, Yale graduate, engaged to Mestie Keule Watson of Columbus O, with another potential double wedding in Hollerweil.
The Smoot inquiry continued as experts testified before the Senate committee on privileges and elections. Reed Smoot's defense faced questioning by the examiner and counsel for the prosecution, with testimony focusing on credibility and constitutional issues.
Births record names Methie ad Mande Cotthn dines James and Ann Citi 4 AN James and Tdi Sullivan Orientat buy Jonn May Theeder Th Geruinia and others. Deaths list Sarah Fe Norris Amelia FR Manor Lawrence township Viola Winnings Elza June Readdock Hanson John McGowah tuberculosis George W Rankin Central Hospital fractured ribs George Miller Maryland William F Stewart parity Catherine E Manker Routhern Lorinda Black Fort Wayne tuberculosis Charles M Clift Chicago bronchitis James Rusger mitral insufficiency Marriages Vernon Coleman Faith Mary Cooke Joseph Tl Hodges Minnie Hughes. Building Permits Curley repairs Washington Ohns Haldwine repairs Conword
Investigation into the murder of Josephine De Hautt at the Terrace hotel reveals her life was insured for $3000 with her husband Antonio De Sant as beneficiary. De Sant is detained at police headquarters as the probe continues.
Marry C. Brown a 47 year old oil man from Afuncte Indiana was arrested Monday afternoon by Detectives Dray and Holtz for passing fraudulent checks. He waved examination in police court Tuesday and was bound over to the grand jury. It is alleged he obtained 120.
The Bank of California purchased all business and property of the London and San Francisco Bank for 42000. The San Francisco deal consolidates assets and expands the bank’s regional presence. The acquisition was announced by ECRIPPS-M'TAE PRESS ASSOCIATION from San Francisco.
Four pumping engines out of service and slush ice fill Buffalo mains, freezing the city’s water supply. The Massasert steamer remains wedged at the intake pier, with workers diverting currents to push slush into the supply mains while the forward bow holds the vessel in place. Buffalo faces a potential water famine, especially in elevated districts, with no reliable fire protection.
In a pistol duel with three highwaymen, an officer named Hubert Sloan was shot through the jaw during a saloon robbery in St Louis. Blood marks elsewhere suggest another assailant was wounded. The incident occurred Monday night near the saloon run by David Sanguinette on Jefferson and Lileas avenues.
Scripps-McRae Press Association reports Samuel L Clemens known as Mark Twain is recovering after three weeks in bed with acute bronchitis. He remains in bed though and physicians feared pneumonia for several days.
Mrs. George J. Steese of Akron Ohio recounts a terrible skin disease in her infant daughter. After doctors failed and the child’s face and body were covered with sores, Cuticura Soap and Ointment cleared the rash. She insists it cost far less than medical bills and would not be without it.
An OCR damaged ad touts sleep relief for babies and rest for mothers via warm baths using Caticura Soup and Caticura Ointment. It promotes skin-soothing emollients and references a product line with garbled brand names and unclear claims about cures.
Gov. Hanly's introduction to Indianapolis locals occurred at a Monday night reception in the statehouse. More than 1,200 people passed by to wish the new governor well, as music, decorations, and formal attire framed the event. Masters Hunt and Lockwood presided, with many aides and officials in attendance including Mrs. Hanly, Lt Gov Durbin, and Secretary of State Date. The line moved quickly, and the farewell wished a successful administration despite the late finish.
In Cadiz on Tuesday during a demonstration against the new municipal taxation, firing erupted into the crowd. Three people were killed and several injured as gunfire tore through the blocked streets. Security forces reported arrests as investigators began work on the incident.
Michael A Shuts died after a lamp exploded causing a fire at his residence in Lima on Monday night. Reports indicate a possible fatally burned condition.
Survivors describe the Norwegian ship Weysiapt blowing up after colliding with cargo wreckage off Bermuda. The Danish steamer Galloul arrived with the rescued, while authorities report many lives lost and a large number of visitors at St. Laws during a seven month period. The incident follows a report on beer production gains and industry praise for quality and service.
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