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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1905
Page
3
Col Paul E Beckwith retired Lt Col tet Reg Minute Bem writes from 3 Vermont Avenue N W Washington DC praising Pera na remedies for coughs and colds based on many friends endorsement.
The article extols Peruna as effective against catarrh and colds among both soldiers and civilians. It cites officers and veterans endorsing its curative qualities, noting outdoors workers are less prone to catarrhal disease than indoors, while urging continued use for relief.
Crowded Occidental lobby hosts miners delegates Monday as they debate Indiana work slowdowns. They flag shortages of coal cars hindering shipments and full time work, blaming inadequate equipment and rail logistics for the rationing crisis at the convention.
A drunken assailant on a Memphis streetcar on a Monday attacked two young White men, A. Graham and B. Payne, with a long knife, slashing their shoulders faces and backs. Both victims were seriously injured and hospitalized. The assailant, described as a Negro, fled the scene after the attack.
In pollen court Tuesday morning judge Wharton heard John A. Gosman a grocer charged with attempting to make violent love to Mrs Lille Jackson. Gosman denied any act beyond placing her hand on his arm and the case was dismissed.
President Hart of the Chicago club announces the team will depart for a Pacific tour, with the Colts leaving Chicago in February. The itinerary includes travel to western venues and return plans.
Governor Edward C. Blakes in his inaugural address asks the legislature to take special cognizance of corporation legislation and revive and modernize the laws.
In Camden Tuesday morning two attempts to blow open the post office failed. Looters secured stamps worth $2 before they assaulted John Hand, an employee of the Whitney Glass Works, who interrupted them. Hand’s skull is fractured and his condition is reported very weak.
Former Senator William E. Mason of Illinois was reported to be much improved Tuesday morning after illness. The update came as Scripps News Service circulated from Washington.
Captain Adams, government ship Behumack, stationed at Haltimere, wed Mina Jeanette Heckler of Springfield Monday evening January 11 to January 14. The notice notes a marriage in Springfield Ohio and mentions a cold remedy promotion for Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets with money back guarantee.
The report details Indiana political maneuvering as Albert Beveridge is nominated and James A. Hemenway is nominated for the United States Senate. It notes Beveridge’s election and praise for Hemenway, highlighting the party dynamics and speech excerpts from Indiana leaders.
Japanese barney forces captured the Dutch steamer Wilhelmina carrying coal from Crababad to Vladivostok.
The Heat held a meeting at the hall on Pennsylvania and Vermon streets with a muddy attendance. Mi Springster presided as president and G W Daye as authority, framing 10 discussional matters about the well area and organization membership. Committees appointed include Finance with Jenkins, Fishback and Col Mer. Binge with Maj Downing, John Aulderweise. Membership chaired by Albert Sint with members Hirant Brown, Haren, M A Ryan, Theodore Davis, John J At. State Mendierchip with Hart, Bateman, B Mayan, J 2 sin, A W Miner, Thomas T Taggart, J C Henderson, Fred Denied.
A man described as a flour thief was sentenced to ten days in jail after being arrested by Detective Teimpe. Judge Whallon imposed the sentence following the alleged theft of a package of wheat from a local business, No-Dlesville AIMing Company. The incident occurred at 42 Indian Avenue.
Mayor Holtaman insists the council will not bow to scandal as Massachusetts-aye track clause enters debate before bonds. He argues the interurban company must commit its share, while contractors and the Board of Works retain control, denying unity in Track Provision funding. He hints at potential political risks and scrutinizes motives behind Camwellman and others amid the vote.
The party line favored ship subsidy legislation drafted by the congressional merchant marine commission. Efforts of leaders and committee members to amend the measure were supported by the party and directed that the bill be favorably reported in the House. The push reflects ongoing maritime policy debates and partisan alignment on subsidies.
A day’s city record lists numerous births including Arthur and May Francis. Ena Ker. Bonnie Auking. Grace Schaefer. Bertha Worse. Albert and Diday Oo Rome. Mary Culahan. Bratt. Pentel Chatman. Raeawnod. Jone Rit. Deaths captured include Jone Rit. HP Mechtian. Charte Hell. Fred Hudson. Simeon M. Hudson. Levine Bryant. Maury Campbell. Lawrence BNL. Henry Herod. Rhoda Toulon. James Hatley and Coprie Varian. John Stevens. Fil. Building Permits show Marlon Trust and Lexington 360.
The report chronicles wheat and grain trading with steady bids for wheat May contracts and varied spot prices. It notes price movements across grains, coal, and meat futures, highlighting steady tonnage and notable bids from wholesalers and buyers in Chicago and Indianapolis.
Ter Re Terre Haute Gazette reports Scripp Rae Press Association says John Neonan, half owner of Grand Rapids club, signed pitcher Thomas, shortstop Barton, and outfielder Maloney. Maloney vowed to leave the club next year for Youngstown club, signaling roster changes.
Fragmented OCR text describes broadcast topics and figures including a 54 million amount, sports references to Texans and Hogs, and mentions of Wellesdas and Natty ar MME Rhpep-Tecripta with dates like Wednesday 2001. content is garbled with many unclear terms.
Fragmentary text lists various items and prices including grapes onions oranges and peanuts among others with inconsistent punctuation and illegible entries. Contains numbers like 2912 50 175 and 209 and appears to resemble a grocery or market ledger excerpt.
Unclear text indicates China formally denies renewal of a policy or relief related to neutrality obligations in the Far East. The report references a government position and a reaction to accusations, with mentions of Washington and a denial of charges. The exact names, dates, and entities are obscured by garbled OCR.
Chicago Produce. The listing details cork supply, various dairy and food products, and live poultry prices. Includes references to cream, eggs, butter, cheeses, and poultry with assorted weights and prices for turkeys hens chicks ducks and geese, amid notes on stock and storage terms.
Fragmented OCR lists various New York produce terms and dairy product notes with scattered figures. The text references Western stem, creamery operations, paralleled by references to factories and price notations such as six dollars and fifteen cents, but lacks coherent narrative or clear event details.
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