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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1905

Page

2

John Mitchell Denies Cigars At Miners Banquet

At a New York convention of the United Mine Workers, President John Mitchell denies smoking nonunion cigars at a banquet. A related Socialist challenge to union control is postponed after John Walker argues against immediate change, with delegates voting to strike the resolution and delay further action.

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Saloon Partners Shoot One. Partner Arrested in Missouri

In St Louis on January 12 Daniel O Leary a saloon keeper was shot dead by partner Thomas J Roche during a bitter business dispute at their saloon. Roche was arrested claiming self defense.

Ecripps-M'Rad Press Association Louis Daniel O'Leary Thomas J. Roche Roche

The Peril of Coal Mines and Miner Pay

A reflection on the danger of mining for coal and whether seventy five cents per ton justifies the high risk. The piece contrasts unskilled labor myths with the brutal reality underground, noting frequent premature explosions, collapsing roofs, and the constant threat to life, especially in anthracite districts. It quotes miner John Parker on the deadly work and the impact of accidents on mining towns, highlighting the grief and solidarity among families when a tragedy occurs.

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Lobbyists Tangle in Jefferson City Campaign Regulations

In Missouri capital Jefferson City Gov Folk tightens lobbying rules amid calls for harsher penalties for bribe offers. Prominent figures like Deneen of Illinois and William J Chelps of Gould railroads face stricter reporting and limited access as lawmakers push for 40 hour disclosure windows.

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Governor visits condemned prisoner Mary A Rogers

Windsor Virginia January reports Gov visit to Mary A Rogers on death row. The governor read her letter seeking reprieve and said it was wonderful though he could not grant clemency. The article also notes a separate dispatch from Tokyo about Major General Siehl likely to be named commander at Pork Arthur.

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Wreck and Fire at Cudworth Train Collision

A collision near Barnsley England on Thursday morning left six dead and two seriously injured including artist Robert Brough. Three trains the Scotch Express to Leeds and a London express collided and caught fire after hitting the mail train from Leeds to Sheffield. Rescue teams battled flames as workers pulled the injured from burning carriages amid a chaotic scene.

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Impeachment of Judge Swayne Advances in House Vote

The House on Wednesday afternoon adopted impeachment articles against Judge Swayne of the Florida district by a narrow five vote margin. Twenty four Republicans crossed party lines to support removal, while Indiana representatives split their votes with Agitat Swayne and others opposing.

Washington Swayne Florida House Senate Indiana

Wye aeedianapelic planer dies after ill year

News notes list William A. Owsley of Shot Springs Arkansas as dead after a brief illness. The items cover several city misfortunes from injuries to robberies and a bigamy arrest, all dated Wednesday night to Thursday.

William A. Ows Wednewsy William MW. Owsley Shot Springs Ark

Old Nurse for Children Ad Blanks Teething Remedy

An old nurse advertisement urges use of Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup for teething children. It claims to soothe pain, soften gums, and cure wind colic, announcing the product is the best remedy for diarrhea at twenty five cents a bottle.

City Hospital Employes Face Inquest Graft Scandal

The City Hospital chief clerk and interns are accused of arranging witness fees for sanity inquests and testifying in cases, allegedly collecting state fees and profiting from patients' examinations. Reports name several hospital staffers, claim up to $500 was paid in a single case, and question Board of Health orders on witness fee practices.

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Repairing the Statue Sparks Lexington Funeral Inquiry

Mrs Leata Tara Givann Maxfield declared plans to repair the headless statue of Henry Clay at Lexington cemetery. A grieving crowd gathered as the shattered monument, said to honor the great statesman, was found missing its head after an act of vandalism or misfortune.

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Unclear text on candidate race narrative reported

Fragmentary report discusses political candidacy and fairness concerns. It cites unlikely scenarios about party balance and potential influence on the state electorate. Entities and specifics are obscured by OCR errors, leaving ambiguous references to individuals and places.

Street Car Men Strike Vote Ends With Date Power Granted

In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania 18 Wilkes Barre and Wyoming Valley traction company locations held a meeting Thursday and voted to refrain from striking while National President Mahan is empowered to fix the strike day. An eventual loss to riders is anticipated affecting about 200000 people.

Ecrippam' Rak Press Assollation Wilkesvarre. Pa Jon Wilkesmerre & Wycrette Valley Traction Company Thiniay Mahan Airtka

Walsh Editor Dies in Suicide Across Cities

Jane Daniel J. Walsh, sporting editor of the Brainard, a well known newspaperman with ties to Washington and Denver, committed suicide Thursday morning while suffering from consumption. He had worked in newspapers in several major cities.

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End of the Fall River Strike Sparks Worker Return

The Fall River Cotton Mill strike ends with workers to resume duties immediately under the agreement. The dispute has caused extensive losses estimated at $5,000,000 across all interests, and the town awaits the next move as mediation continues and dividends are discussed.

United States Readies Back CIM Amid China Tensions

United States signals support for CIM amid rising China tensions. Reports from Washington indicate consideration of measures against China, including naval deployments to the Orient. Officials urge a firm stance while cautioning against rash accusations from Beijing.

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Dangerous mission ends in peril for Cockrill kin

Lexington January 19 The surviving Cockrill family member James Cockrill’s brother Curtis Jett faces death sentence for aiding him as lawmen plan to arrest suspected violators in Breathite County. The mission to interior areas required deputies and armed escort. Cockrill pledged to proceed alone or die, with friends ready to accompany him if needed.

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Moore Shot 19 Times at Franklin County Home

Henry Moore was shot nineteen times at his Franklin County residence on Wednesday night. The attacker, described as a moonshiner Moore had warned, fired through his front door in a fatal ambush. Local authorities investigate the crime and motives amid rising violence in the moonshine belt.

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Trainmen Threaten Strike Across Nation

A large potential railroad labor action looms as trainmen threaten a strike. The dispute centers on orders for locomotive and freight crew duties, with government and railway officials debating a possible strike order before Thursday evening.

Cake sent to front lines by Will Send Cake Schuvelt

The Will Send Cake Schuvelt association plans to deliver cakes to troops at the front. Cans bear the taperial crest as part of a morale helping gesture.

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