Robbers shot during Des Plaines car shop escape
Chicago reporters say four armed holdup men clashed with detectives at the North Western railway car shops in Des Plaines. One robber was killed and another wounded, two escaped. Simon Frankenstein was killed and Herman Biel wounded during the aborted escape attempt after stealing 200 brass bearings.
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Tracing Y M C A branches in Peru Indiana meeting
A Friday Peru Indiana session led by State Secretary E E Stacy and others discussed expanding Y M C A activities. Attendees included Rhodes of Indianapolis, railroad associate Dan W Sims of Lafayette, and C K Emmons of Fort Wayne & Wa bash Valley, among others.
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Election of officers for Mothers' Circle at YMCA
The Mothers' circle of the YMCA elected Friday to lead roles with Mrs. Gustave Miller as president and Mrs. Leonard Claibourne as vice president. Mrs. William Lench will serve as treasurer, Mrs. Harry C. Coughlen as secretary, and Mrs. Richard Herrick as social committee chair.
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Early Convention Scrambles for Hoosier State Offices
Ambitious Republicans and Democrats across Indiana push to corral delegates as early convention talk heats up. Sims appears unopposed for secretary of state while a scramble unfolds for other statewide offices, with judges and aspirants named from multiple counties and cities.
Saloon Camera Fiend Gets Railway Dismissals
Louisville January 24 Pursuit of temperance among railway workers leads to a suspension of Corbin Kentucky crew after a man photographed men in saloons causing a staged crowd ploy. Photos shown to prove misconduct prompted dismissals and denials followed.
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Diamond Fashion City News Highlights from Indianapolis Events
The Friday program honors Mozart and Benjamin Franklin on milestone anniversaries. A bust of Robert Dale is planned for the state house before the next session. Delegates from railroad youth groups head to Buffalo for a conference. Evangelistic meetings continue with Dr. Woelfkin and Rev. Lehman preaching nightly next week. Local clubs, churches, and charities schedule concerts, receptions, and fund drives across Indianapolis with multiple organizational representatives.
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Graft Charges Hit Cook County Superior Court Clerk
Chicago January 20 Allegations of graft and padding of pay rolls target John A Linn longtime clerk of the Cook County Superior Court. Investigators say relatives friends and political allies were paid for work not performed and counts suggest about $50 000 siphoned from the treasury. The Citizens Association provided books to State's Attorney Healy and the material will go to the grand jury. The probe also notes irregularities during Mr Fail's administration but ties them to Linn’s regime.
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Conzman’s Wild Financial Debacle Revealed in Court
Gustave A. Canzman, charged in Terre Haute federal court, faced exhaustive cross examination over alleged reckless speculation tied to Vigo County National Bank of Terre Haute. He admitted paying funds to Spatium Sugar for stock, acting as treasurer without knowledge, and owning shares in several firms now valued far lower.
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Car Fall Kills One in New York Street Incident
Police report a real estate dealer named Wilson died after a car fell into a street yesterday on an elevated way. Twelve passengers were aboard the vehicle. initial reports cited four deaths, but only Wilson was confirmed as killed.
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Bishop Keener Dead in New Orleans Sudden Heart Failure
Johal C. Keener, senior bishop of the Methodist Episcopal Church South, died yesterday afternoon in New Orleans from heart disease. The Scrippa-Medlgerena Association reports his sudden death. Keener led the church for decades, shaping regional ministry and outreach in the South Central states. Funeral arrangements are pending.
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Mary Nelson Reunites With Father On California Ferry
After six months of travel across California, Mary Nelson of Seneca New York met her father aboard a ferryboat in Oakland on January 20. He had left home due to domestic troubles, ending their separation.
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Shideter Campaign Controversy Sways Ball Attendance
Local report recounts Hal Shideter, a declared Republican candidate for chairmanship, facing ridicule and pressure amid a charity ball controversy. The narrative notes party tensions, the candidate’s strained social stance, and his decision to attend the fundraising event despite opposition from supporters.
Revival Services at Covenant Congregational Church
Revival services will be held Sabbath morning and evening at Covenant Congregational Church located at Market and Highland. The program will feature a choir and orchestra with a charity emphasis. Sermon topic is Spiritual Dy nd sox and Molars.
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Sheriff’s sale on Marion County property in Indianapolis
By decree of the Superior Court of Marion County Indiana the Cette Saying and Loan Association is plaintiff and Denis A Murphy and others are defendants. The sale accounts for 1145 dollars plus interest and costs. The property is Lot 3 in the He Hord’s West Michigan Street subdivision in fractional section 3 township 15 range 3 Indianapolis. Sale date February 10. 1900 between 10 am and 4 pm at the Marion County Courthouse. Proceeds to satisfy the decree with rents and profits for up to seven years if needed. Sheriff Ed G Scurrer announces the sale with Har rington as plaintiff attorneys. January 15, 190?.
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