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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1905
Page
6
A reader from Kinkelé Mer. reports cure from piles after using Pyramid Pile Cure. He credits faith and a few fifty cent packs, praising Pyramid Drug Co. and urging others to ask for the free little book describing causes and cure of piles.
Anna Simmons and her son Edward were found in a rooming house near the state capitol in poor condition. En sign Underwood and the Salvation Army provided help through fripuda with Mrs Simmons and her companions, including furniture from a small house on BE Market street. The benefactors, the Baivation army, assisted and she expressed gratitude, believing they will move forward together.
Elkhant Indiana January 41 The will of Father William Kroeger a celebrated priest healer of Epinhahy S D is challenged by August Kroeger of Cincinnati the testator’s son The estate valued about 3500 was tied to religious charitable ventures financially supported by Kroeger He vanished years ago then repayments to debts appeared and after death claims surfaced about bequeathing to Louise Mente his business partner and manager of the sanitarium He built an optical plant several stores hotels a newspaper and a health resort and gained fame for cures he credited with.
The National Association of Cement Users schedules its first convention January 17 to 19 in Indianapolis. About four members are expected. the Claypool Hotel will host the event. The Commercial Club plans a reception on January 14 with an engaging program for attendees.
The twenty ninth Minwar convention of the Indiana Engineering factory commenced Thursday afterwar at the Commercial lab and will continue until Saturday with meetings held both afternoon and night. Papers will be read by the veteran members dealing with pollution of public water supplies and the Whee river from Muncie to Anderson. The public is invited.
Pred Mosely, a driver for Albert Worms, a meal dealer, was held to the grand jury after a Thursday morning hearing before Judge Whelson Thuralay. He is accused of failing to account for all funds collected from his employer.
A fragment describes a travel companion aiding weary travelers with comforting effects. It touts a soothing influence on nerves, preventing dizziness, sick stomach, and headaches from fatigue and discomfort. The tone resembles a harmless but promotional vignette.
An advertisement extols Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as a quick safe cure for various pains and nerves. It features a traveler H Chartus praising relief from chronic headaches and travel discomfort, with a money back guarantee on the first package and a claim of never sold in bulk.
Herman Wilson, 14, was found with his parents after disappearing during the Indiana State Fair period. The father filed a warrant against Bartholomew Austin for kidnapping and extortion allegations tied to ransom plans. The boy’s tale includes aliases and travel with relatives before being recovered by Madison County sheriff. Grief strained the Wilson family, who had moved from a Frankton farm to the city.
New York district attorney continues probe into the Duke marriage amid a pending grand jury. Duke confinement at a Flushing sanitarium follows a livery ride for a sanity hearing. Mrs Duke seeks to prove her husband sane at marriage while legal moves to annul the carriage to Alice Webb unfold, and notes on attempted negotiable security are restrained.
Bay County brothers Fee Tehe Huin and Otto Cook faced Judge Vaughn in Hartfort City Indiana after pleading not guilty to the murder indictment of Edward Banderenn. Banderenn’s body was discovered in a gravel pit on October 31, 30b. Trial is scheduled for January 1.
Special to the Sun reports the death of Rev. ESP Rawlins at 77 in Redford Indiana. Former editor of the Western Christian Advocate, he had long served the church and resided in Madison, with earlier ties to the city.
Special to the Sun from Union City Indiana reports commission merchant Julius Dashigon sued by Mary A Miller on breach of promise seeking five thousand dollars. Engagement to Miss Rene Neinburg of Chicago announced.
Article profiles Tee Werthan known as Shoestring Man, a downtown shoe string vendor in Indianapolis for eight years. He has been absent since Saturday due to illness possibly appendicitis, after enduring freezing feet that required amputation of toes. Married with two sons, his wife hopes he retires from outdoor work. He previously worked in Michigan logging camps before starting his stand near the State Life building.
John Ayres died suddenly in Nashville of heart trouble. His daughter Mrs Emma Davis was the only one with him at his death. In the short period prior she had lost her father and mother, her husband, and her son.
Special to the Sun from Lafayette Indiana January 12 Mrs Catherine Tenby longtime local resident died in her eighties after surviving the cholera epidemic of 1915 she was known as the epitome heroine for tending the sick and elderly during the outbreak.
In Ferdinand Indiana on a Wednesday a vote to Incorporate passed 2 to 1. The town has a single Republican postmaster with all other voters Democrats. Most residents are German Catholics and the community is described as a hotbed of democracy.
The Pabst Brewing Company sought an injunction against enforcement of a city ordinance imposing a 1907 tax on all breweries and their agents. The federal hearing before Judge Anfherson was postponed due to a bankruptcy case occupying the court Thursday morning, delaying proceedings.
A freight train on the Big Sandy railroad in Crom, West Virginia, derailed after striking a large rooster that had escaped from a hill. Engineer Richard Hannon of Portsmouth was killed and fireman Kitty Smith was severely scalded by escaping steam.
The state Board of Health reports a smallpox outbreak in Billings eased by quarantine. Most cases mild, but two deaths noted. measures limit travel from the area as Helena authorities monitor the situation with the Presby Association and local officials.
Tokio January 12 The war office grants permission to General MacArthur of the United States Army to accompany the army led by General T. H. Tojo and the empire's ally Marshal Oyama in a noted military collaboration.
In Marion a patient alleges cruel treatment at the Central Hospital where hospital officials acknowledge recent patient deaths from injuries. The grand jury is to review the incident amid reports of staff brutality and hospital management response.
Three barrels of butter valued at HY disappeared Wednesday from the Peerless Poultry company plant near 1278 Meridian Avenue. Police say Morgan and Samuelda logged the loss at Gua Logerfor a local shop, traced to Otа Mine who was arrested at Hudd's poultry house on WW Washington Ave. Burglary and grand larceny are the charges.
Reported death of CG D Hammill, with sparse details from press association. Conflicting fragments indicate a possible city incident with residence and time unclear, leaving authorities and relatives seeking clarification on cause and exact location.
East St Louis market notes cattle and hog prices with measurements and terms. Includes heifers heavies and feeders with prices. sheep receipts and market strength noted. hogs at steady to firm levels. entries show product names and quotes for buyers.
The stock market opened slowly with limited gains as investor sentiment dimmed on expected railroad rate legislation. Copper and steel moved slightly higher or steady, while sugar and futures showed declines. Chicago cereal and livestock markets reflected dull early trading with receipts light and prices mixed across commodities and hogs, cattle, and sheep.
A San Francisco style report notes Cuba sold 25 000 000 worth of 46 year bonds to Speyer & Co of New York last February at 945 25 000 000. The premium rose 80 percent over purchase price while the currency system in Cuba remains mixed and subject to Spain. The piece lists exchange values and freight rates as part of a broader market summary.
New York Jan 12Reports from the twelfth annual council of missionary secretaries find foreign residents in Asia and South America lacking time for church and business and succumbing to immorality. Speakers from Episcopal and Canadian Presbyterian churches describe moral decay among expatriates, urging stronger moral and preventive supports for missionaries and their young workers abroad.
An extensive market notice details a wide range of meat products from cured hams and bacon to lard and sausage. It lists beef and pork cuts, pork selections, fresh pork, veal, mutton, and lamb offerings with various standards and terms, including breakfast bacon and sugar cured items.
A historical price compilation lists fruits and vegetables with varied per unit and per container costs. Items include Bananas large per bunch 1.76, Oranges Navel per box 27.50, Cranberries per barrel 2.23, potatoes per sack, celery per crate, and numerous dried fruits, nuts, and specialty produce with assorted pricing across regions.
A committee will continue inquiry into the subject and report back with further findings. No names or locations are provided in the fragment.
A tobacco store was robbed by unknown intruders who entered through a veranda and unlocked the door. They torched merchandise and carried what appears to be several items toward the street, with a substantial sum in articles reportedly missing. Police inquiries continue.
Report describes a violent incident on English Avenue where Gamey Kirk was struck by Ernesty Motley during a confrontation. Kirk sustained serious injuries and Motley was placed under arrest as authorities investigate the assault. The item also includes a brief tobacco ad and a note offering a classified sale section for under ten words free.
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