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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1904

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Bryan predicts dark horse nomination in 1904 race

William Jennings Bryan, returning home through St Louis, says the Democratic nomination will go to a dark horse. He comments on New York and Chicago papers, praises Hearst modestly, and denies backing Parker or Gorman or any single candidate. Bryan implies victory for his party in 1904.

Bryan Dark Horse St. Louis William Jennings Bryan New York Chicago Hearst Mr. Heart Parker Gorman

Building inspector vows more Grand Opera House checks

Building inspector Stanley says he is not finished with the Grand Opera House. He plans another safety inspection with Daniels of the Under Speration to assess electrical wiring and dressing rooms in the basement. He will pursue necessary improvements and exercise full power if dangers are found.

Grand Opera House Stanley Pears Henry Eppert Miller Clanses We Brgliah Chicago Uhelyovinian

Landis amendment cuts costs on government carriages

Washington January 15 Congressm Charles Landis amendment to the legislative bill bars payments for horses carriages and drivers except for the president and heads of executive departments The measure aims to save money and prevent a scandal from subordinate officers riding at government expense Subordinates will have to pay for their own transport from their salaries

Washington Charles Landis House Theruday Landis

Gemtcines Seeks Completion Amid Blasted Canal Work

Amid wartime preparations at St Petersburg the new cruiser Gemtcines, recently afloat, drifted from her moorings and lodged in the lee. 400 men blast a canal to bring her boilers aboard, expected cost 10000 dollars. Japan and Russia seek peace as Korea commerce figures show imports around 10000 and exports 5600, with American-built rail and Seoul electric company in operation.

Petersburg Jin Battle Sea Gemtcines Lee Korea Washington Department of Commerce and Labor Japan Chemul Wits Seoul Electric Company Atte Kansas

Fined for Stealing by Mixed-Race Boarders in Court

Wiliam Crenshaw and Abé Watkins, both colored, boarders at B71 Brightst, were arraigned in police court Finday on a charge of stealing a razor. Judge Whatson found them equally guilty and fined each one and costs and six days. Burkhart fined for selling a glass of beer without proper license at Mitter's saloon on E Court St.

Hoth Wiliam Crenshaw Abé Watkins Brightst Finday Whatson Ana Costa Burkhart John Burkhart Wiliam Mitter E. Court At Whallon Nathaniel Lesils Euieted

Perry Heath Nervous Witness in Machen Trial

Perry Heath former Republican National Committee secretary and ex assistant postmaster general testified in the Machen trial. He stated no changes in post office administration were made during his tenure and he did not know the Groffs until entering the courtroom. He denied knowledge of Mise Liebhardt signing her chief's initials on letters and orders.

Washington Dan Perry Republcan Maonal Committee Machen Heath Post Police Eourt Mise Liebhardt

Thirty Boys Out On Strike At Adams Raymond Veneer

Three workers at the Adams Raymond veneer plant led a walkout after pay talks failed. The firm had been paying fine and ten cents per hour, but the strike followed news of seven and a half to ten cents. A few replacements earned fifteen cents. the strikers claimed they stood together though without a union.

Ford Hoyn Adams-Raymond Veneer Company Nnu Nmber Taree

Walk Across The Viaduct Warns Of Collapse Danger

On the outbound interurban cars passengers must walk across the viaduct due to dangerous conditions cited by conductors. They urge care to avoid a potential collapse and possible injuries from a fallen car.

Bryan Evansville Press Names New Daily Editor

W J Bryan announced Friday he will become editor of the Evansville daily paper. The move follows earlier talks and aims to guide the paper through the upcoming publication cycle.

Evansville, Inc W. J. Bryan

Cold Wave Preview Prompts Weather Office Warning

In police court Friday a disorderly fight at a wedding reception in Hanoi Park saloon led to charges for Davis and Boheim after a push and battery incident. Police reported a push at Sam Davis, a scuffle ensued, Sergt Schafer intervened. Davis and Yoneim fined for battery and drunkenness. Bed Baker cited for selling after hours.

Hary Park 1468 Ilinolmst Harry Boheim Ft Acemm Englizh Sam Davis Davis Bohelm A. Ivelyight Sergt. Schafer Idavis Yoneim Hirk Ned

Public reception for condemned man shocks Adair county

In Kirksville Missouri on January 15 John M. Robertson was hanged for murdering his father in law George Conkle. Before execution he forgave those involved and the sheriff allowed a public reception with about 500 residents passing by to shake his hand.

Kirksville John M. Robertson George Conkle Robertsny Adair County

Gambling case leads to writs and grand jury action

An attorney for Horace Wisuabi files writs against gambling parlor operators tied to a raid on Stahkes place. Writs are served and a possession case proceeds to the grand jury after transfers to Cumberland. In a separate incident, Dr. Carter and others are summoned to a home on reports of carbolic poisoning during a dispute with a stepson, with denial of involvement.

Kwithe Horace F. Wiisuabhi Squire Stout Wyrk Wuiaou Gue Ranke Dre. Carter Ann Wanckett Alemensary M Dnley Perkins Ziarveynt Mler Frank Perkins Hut

Telegraph office raid shocks Cumberland town

Constable John Ferguson reports Gus Ranke's Telegraph office raided on Thursday night. A son of Ranke and the blamed partner were arrested. Gambling paraphernalia seized. Money order blanks tickets and haree recynis confiscated. The husband previously received a small flag in court for gambling. Evidence sent to the grand jury for another indictment.

John Ferguson Cumbytlind Rabke

Weather Outlook for Indianapolis and Vicinity

Forecast for Indianapolis and nearby areas for the next 36 hours calls for fair and warmer conditions. Friday night into Saturday expect rain or snow with colder evening temperatures. At 7 p m the temperature is 14. Winds will be brisk from the south then shift to northwest by Saturday night.

Indianapolis St & Gun Dan Indiana

Confusion Over Lilly Clark Warrants Sparks Mix-Up

Police detained Lilly Clark at a child’s party amid protests she was the wanted woman. Two Lilly Clarks were brought in as officers argued over misidentifications. One Clark received a fine for assault and battery but the stay expired unpaid, leading to a recommitment.

Clark Lillie Clark Cleriy Fogarty Avell Lille Lilie Clark Lillie Clarks Toledort Toledusi Lille Clark N. Senure Uyé Lilly Clark

Indiana Speaker Signals Hanna Bid For President

Jan 15 reports from Washington show Indiana Congressman Watson stating Republicans in Indiana back Hanna. He says Hanna can win the northern states and, without a public nod, delegates may stall. Roosevelt’s path to Indiana delegation hinges on Hanna’s stance and denials. Also notes navy bids for two battleships Idaho and Mississippi and a Michigan mine disaster with three dead.

Washington Watson Indiana Hanna Jie Vina Baller Roosevelt Jan Elia Navy Department Idaho Mississippi Cramp Company Philadelphia

Iroquois Theater Lacked Safety Certificate Issue

Chicago auditors reported the Iroquois theater had no safety certificate. Fire chief Masham noted enforcement of building and exit laws was split with another department. Certificates were issued for Garrick and Napkins theaters but not for the Iroquois, amid a busy November schedule.

Jroquois Theater Chicago Jan Prequil Sears Vhief Masham Fulkernon Freeman Satter

Burglary Suspects Fled After Break-In Attempt

Reports say J. H. Bhow of 1222 Bevilaeve, Owen Davidson, and others tried to pry rear windows with a jimmy Thursday night but were chased away before entering. Investigating details and charges pending.

J. H. Bhow Bevilieave Owen Davidson

On Their Wedding Tour in Pittsburg

Warren C. Fairbanks son of Benater Fairbanks and Miss Helene Cassidy wed at Bt. Peter's Episcopal Church in Pittsburg on Thursday evening and left on a wedding trip. The couple began their journey immediately after the ceremony.

Pittsburg Warren C. Fairbanks Benater Fairbanks Helene Cassidy Bt. Peter's Episcopal Church Warren Jock Dlamonis

Boy Sentenced to Reform School for Incorrigibility

Jean Jungu, 16, was ordered to Plainfeld by Judge Stubbs on a charge of incorrigibility. He appeared in police court Friday to state where he bought liquor, citing two actions. The case was continued. He may speak with a Hi tle Engiieh interpreter, and an interpreter may be employed.

Jean Jungu Stubbs Hitle Engiieh Ted

Pet deer escapes over eight foot fence in North Alabama chase

A North Alabama deer, believed to be an escaped antelope, leaped an eight foot fence Thursday afternoon during a frantic dash for liberty. Police were notified as the creature trotted through a city area before returning home by evening. The owner, WH Dys, reported the gate had been left open by accident, allowing the animal to roam briefly before vanishing overnight.

North Dakota N. Alabama Tien Abe Ward Dys Eletenthst Dre TIE Sun Ana Wage Alsden

Fire safety review finds Engtabs and Park theater safest

A council committee scrutinized theater fire safety, noting Engtab's and the Park theater as the safest options. They praised Park's heating system, many exits, and stage arrangements while criticizing the Turk for wood usage and noting various repairs and safety needs at other venues.

Collis Hredpert Damey Morarity Andrew Wan John F.r Crall Denter Engtab Tnique Fridas Emiire Crawd Aid I Midian Waoma Qe Turk Englen’s Andy Wank

Freight Handling Gap Delays Service on tram lines

William G. Irwin of Columbus, GM of the road, says Indianapolis lacks a freight receiving station. He notes the Board of Works ordered traction cars to carry freight under the franchise, but the city cannot receive freight without a designated freight station. He recalls an agreement with Indianapolis Traction and Terminal Company to provide such facilities.

Columns & Southertt Indianapolis William G. Irwin Columbus Board of Works New Indianayolis Traction Terminal Vumpany Furrisi

Ex-Gov Asa S Boabnett Dies After Paralysis

Gov Asa S Boabnett, stricken with paralysis last week, died at 1:62 0 mt Friday in Columbus Ohio. In Menominee Michigan two masked men tried to rob farmer Thomas Neveaua near a remote Pershling road. Neveau tied to protect his team and sleigh. one robber was knocked down and run over as a revolver failed to hit him. The robbers escaped.

Columbus Asa S. Boabnett Menominer, Mich Thomas Neveauy Coleman Peehtlign Marinette Neveaux Leigh

Lot of Bad Boys

New York January 14 The annual report of the juvenile court shows that out of 4790 children convicted 4300 were boys and only 435 girls. Those who cough at night may recover by taking Pleos Cue All druggist. Per bottle.

New York Jao Pleo

Wreck Narrowly Averted on Pennsylvania Line

A mail train near Knightstown on the Pennsylvania line broke a wheel and ran steep grade, causing the mail car to derail as the train neared a stop. The wreck was narrowly avoided, with the engine unable to halt in time and the car leaving the track.

Knightstown Pennsylvania Line

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