Baby Report Sparks Fear Of Untold Agony
A troubling item describes a baby in terrible condition with rumors of serious illness. Doctors are reportedly uncertain and a discouraged mother faces distress as details remain unclear in the fragment.
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1905
Page
2
A troubling item describes a baby in terrible condition with rumors of serious illness. Doctors are reportedly uncertain and a discouraged mother faces distress as details remain unclear in the fragment.
A Rochester mother reports her delicate baby suffered a severe sore and humor. after trying doctors and remedies without relief she used Cuticura Soap and Ointment, and by the second week the soreness vanished with no trace remaining.
Mrs Tucker’s belief in her son Charles on trial for Mabed Page’s murder leads to police evidence. She invites officers to search her home and testifies she told police they had no warrant. The court allows admission of the knife blade coat and pin as key evidence amid defense objections.
John Sullivan, lecturing under Scripps‑M’Rae press in Chicago, spoke on The Evils of Cigarettes and Intoxicans to a nearly 1,600‑strong audience in Waverly hall. He left the bottle and whisky following a fraternal underling’s tale drawing laughs as Casey, a St. Louis saloonkeeper, figures in one anecdote. He linked California travel to anti drink sentiments, defended prize fighting skeptically, and attacked football as barbaric in a rough, unrestrained forum.
Special to the Sun Pratt Frankfort Ind June 12 Charles Weaner of Kokomo pleaded guilty to forging the signature of V O Flue and was sentenced to two to four years in the state prison.
A 1904 Marion County report shows 42 insanity cases from Oct 15 to Jan 18 with 38 declared insane by special commissions. Recommittments are lucrative for physicians and officials, as inquiries drain funds and many patients are kept under restraint. Justice of the peace and multiple doctors preside, while calls for a state appointed permanent commission grow due to expense and profit.
Friends of Mrs Anna Simmons and her son provide furniture clothing and provisions as coal runs low The son recently returned to work at the Central Chair factory but fuel shortages persist Mrs Simmons nearly blind hopes for eye treatment and possible recovery She had steady work before losing her sight nine months ago
Firemen fought a long blaze at Schwarzehild Sulzberger plant in Chicago stockyards. By daybreak Chief Campion said the fire was under control and remaining parts saved. The blaze damaged the lard house and cold storage, with total losses around 625000.
Philadelphia police to surrender Rosseau to District Attorney Jerome in New York for trial concerning the attempted bombing of the steamboat Umbria. An infernal machine was found with him. authorities seek clarity on his links to secret groups and finances. Several doctors examined his mental state. examiners reported sanity except on issues of anarchy and dynamiting.
President Loubet attended the funeral of Pride Laub’s mother in Hemir, France. The service was held at Mar Sanne as dawn broke, with the press in attendance and the entire corporation of the vUhur guiding the cortege to the interment site from Ming.
A Der Trost article from Berlin dated January 37 accuses American missionaries in Macedonia of instigating revolutionary outrages. It names Graisford and Agen of the British Bible Society and alleges involvement in fostering agitation between British and American governments.
A Bicknell, Indiana miner and his nephew describe deadly risks in coal mining. They cite cutting machines powered by electricity, falling slate, and long night shifts as chief dangers. The elder miner recalls near-fatal accidents and the constant worry for families. He notes some miners quit for safety but dangers persist despite precautions.
The French ministry of Prime Minister Combes resigned after disturbances in the chamber over the expulsion of clerics and the broader policy. Paul Doumer, an opponent, was elected president of the chamber as the government faced intense dissent and pressure for a confidence vote.
The Wall River strike of 24,000 cotton mill workers halts wages, costing over 4 million dollars in lost pay and 10 million in mill owners’ revenue. The piece details hunger scenes, relief efforts by the Salvation Army, and widespread despair among workers and merchants.
A century ago a rule refinement at Negari Work sparked progress on Pope Terre Gringue and Fraunhoff. Fifty years back an engine on the New York Central logged 16 miles in a minute. War Dept. announced Fort Fishers capture with 32 sites and 2,000 prisoners. Thirty years past Fall River workers neared a strike. Two decades ago ex-Vice President Schuyler Colfax was buried in South Bend. Ten years ago the state senate wrangled over fees and salaries.
In Memphis on January 17, Representative Rawis drafts a Tennessee bill taxing bachelors at ages 23, 30, 35, 40, and 45 with escalating annual rates from 3 to 60 dollars. The plan targets all unmarried men past specified ages and drafts brackets for various cohorts, prompting wide social commentary.
A fragmented notice appeals for aid for families and children in hardship around a river town. It describes factory and industry struggles, unemployment, and the charity drive led by the Salvation Army. The plea emphasizes bread, clothes, and shelter for affected residents, especially women and youngsters, amid a broader economic strain.
The report details widespread strikes and protests over relief shortages in a neighboring city. Mayor claims labor restraint and refuses to acknowledge dire conditions while streets goods and rail supplies suffer. Officials urge calm as residents demand food and fuel amid a volatile public calm.
In Chicago on January 1 a frightened dream prompted young George Bar Rott to wake his mother with a cry. George, son of Arthur Moldt, a machinist, showed no speech defects but had trouble learning to speak. Meanwhile a separate report notes Sanger, a relative of Mrs. George M. Tullman, was jailed by Mexican authorities. the motive cited was robbery, with Mexican rolares being sent out after the killings.
Chicago dispatch reports the Progressive Health Club backing a city ordinance to compel stewards to pay fines and hospital expenses for their overindulgent patrons. A garbled ad promotes a pile cure ointment with a money back guarantee if not cured in six days.
A Jacksonville press note reports Bryan Boripps of the university expected to visit Mayday to meet Nichols College trustees. The candidate’s potential presidency is discussed with strong backing from the faculty and a proposed salary, amid debate on whether he will accept the post. Also included is an unrelated testimonial for Hood's Sumpsrartia.
An old nurse for children is advertised by Mrs Winston. Soothing preparations claim to ease teething pain and reduce wind and diarrhoea. Also advertised are various pulleys and machinery items and a “Dicycla for water.” Ten words tease the Sun’s sale column.
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