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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1903
Page
3
An article extols Stuart’s Catarrh Tablets as an effective internal remedy for catarrh across the United States. It cites a speaker who recovered from chronic head and throat symptoms and praises the product for children and adults while condemning sprays and washes.
New York report of Deputy Sheriff Altman attaching items at the Holland House over a $100 pearl sale dispute involving the Duke of Manchester. The duke and duchess, with Father-in-law Zimmerman, appeared as hotel staff sought to honor an attachment. The matter concluded when the hotel posted bond to cover alleged improper conduct. Frederick W. Wineberg of Frederick Jewelry Co. filed the complaint.
Sall Ollie Hendcown, 19, and Tote Hendcown, 16, daughters of a widow, attempted suicide by carbolic acid in the west part of Greenfield. They were found Monday night and were taken to a hospital for treatment.
A Indianapolis reader praises Chase's Nerve Pills from Dr A. W. ine Cu Buffalo New York for restoring energy nerve and vitality to her family. The testimonial notes the pills from Drug Atoce and bears the supplier's signature on each package.
Theatrical manager John C. Fisher received a pint of poisoned champagne by express from Chicago. The bottle bore a typed greeting note reading to drink this on the night of your one hundredth performance of Thr allver slippet. The wine showed a foreign substance, with investigators working on the case.
Thomas A. Meaney, 64 Pacific St Brooklyn, employed by the New York and New Jersey Telephone Company, has not spoken for two weeks. Doctors attribute his deafness to hysteria from initiation ceremonies into a secret order, and they expect recovery.
The appellate division third department struck down the tax law as unconstitutional, reversing Justice D Cady Herrys earlier ruling. A separate hotel lobby incident saw a stranger in the Occidental hotel trying to peddle pocket knives to miners, arousing detective suspicion and leading to his detention on loitering charges. The man identified as Frank Halehelar claimed to be an electrician from Lynn, Massachusetts.
Pat Sullivan a workhouse prisoner dies Monday evening of consumption after a brief illness. He was sentenced by Judge Baker on postal law violations November 26. term to expire February 25. Baker said Sullivan deserved a penitentiary sentence, but sent him to the workhouse. Sullivan claimed a brother racing in St Louis New Orleans and Chicago, a bookmaker. letters to those cities drew no response. He said he had a home in New York City.
In Greenfield Indiana January a Captain Thayer advanced money on security of horses claimed by Elmore Jtore and Timore. Thayer paid the mortgage costs but later learned the animals belonged to liveryman J.B. Huston, and Timore had hired them away, with money missing.
In Muncie on July 20 John Zobier attempted to locate a smoke source but could not. He sat calmly and waited for the flames to erupt. About two hours later flames appeared beneath a grate and he raised the alarm. The tiles in front of the grate became so hot they set the floor on fire.
In Goshen Indiana C. BE Rogers director of Hoger's Goshen orchestra for years and for years director of orchestra and music at New York Chautauqua suffered a paralytic attack Tuesday morning. He is unable to talk but not considered in critical condition. Cincinnati police chief Philp Deltach is critically ill with bronchial pneumonia after days of a severe cold.
SAN FRANCISCO January 20 Frank McConnell the pugilist who was knocked out by Spider Welch tonight is listed in doubtful condition. Medical staff report concern over his immediate recovery and ongoing health after the knockout blow in the bout.
The Bun reports long standing friction between Russia and England over sugar bounties. Russian ships passing the Dardanelles has intensified tension. Count Seckendorff arrived in London last Friday, provoking a Turkish envoy's prompt dispatch. Ambassadors watch each other with stealthy vigilance as the situation may spark higher activity.
Detectives recovered 5000 plus in railroad coupons tied to a mail robbery two years past. The items from Southern Pacific Northern Pacific and Canadian Pacific bonds surfaced after a homeless man traded them for lodging and whisky. Barney Manning exchanged the coupons for lodging and a cigarette cover mix up. two suspects were not arrested.
South-side residents toil on paving of East Street and discuss improving street car service. They aim to push paving forward while the South-side reform club plans a Thursday meeting at Wright and Downeyste to discuss related town interests.
San Francisco dated January 20 report of Mrs Charles I Fairs box arriving from Paris with her expensive coat and midh jewelry missing. Police indicate theft may exceed $25,000 as a consular seal and other items were improperly substituted. An investigation has been ordered into the loss and misappropriated goods.
In Middletown Ohio a one-armed man in a gray chinchilliu coat and slouch hat entered Miss Kaye Gough's millinery seeking a pinchbird. He posed as a deputy game warden and pocketed a bird price before fleeing. He was arrested but released while evidence is gathered on violations of state bird-safety laws.
Richmond Indiana reports that the city council approved an ordinance to curb fraud by coal dealers amid findings of short weighments. A committee was created to probe operations of the local electric light plant. Also noted is a Pittsburgh jewelry theft case, a deserted wife and infant, and a plea for anti-canteen enforcement from ministerial bodies.
An advertisement asserts kidney and bladder troubles cause broad health failure and promotes Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as the safe, effective remedy. It claims medical endorsement, urges readers to test urine clarity, and notes availability in 50 cent and larger bottles with free sample offers from Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York.
A large collection of Nondred pieces of furniture, silverware, bronzes, and metalwork from a historic mansion in Washington is to be sold at a Wednesday auction. The items were stored in a warehouse after workmen emptied the interior last spring, and none of the original Parliament-era furniture was returned after renovations. Chandeliers, glass chairs, plush lounges, and other relics are among the lots, with estimates noted for some items.
A judge in a United States court denied a motion to dismiss a damage suit by Michael Mortte. The case concerns a kerosene fire linked to the deaths of two young children caused by an explosion while kerosene was used to start a fire.
A vintage ad claims readers can receive a free sample bottle of Swamp Root by sending their name and family history of kidney liver or bladder issues to Dr Kilmer and Co at Binghamton New York. The letter promises a free brochure and testimonial letters, urging immediate action without cost.
In New York City a cautious trading day saw bonds shifting as the government securities held steadier and copper prices improved. A flurry of corporate and rail stocks performed unevenly with notable activity in Lehigh Valley and Amalgamated Copper while overall market sentiment remained subdued and no major breakthroughs emerged.
Statement filed by the Mullen-Blackledge Company listing capital stock at 100000 with paid in capital sixty thousand and noting debts. William F. Mollen president Edward M Churchman Albert S Blackledge directors appeared and signed, with oath to truth of the statement. Frank H. Bla edged notary public bound by commission to 197.
A dense late 19th century market summary covering live stock and grain. It lists cattle, hogs, sheep, and veal prices with receipts and shipments, plus New York and Chicago grain quotes and regional wholesale prices for meat, dairy, produce, and commodities. Named places include New York, Chicago, Cincinnati, East Liberty, and Toledo.
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