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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1904
Page
1
A devastating explosion at the Marion hotel caused collapse and fire. Dozens injured, including Edward Gaskeli and Frank Gaskell, with many workers and soldiers among the victims. Rescue efforts halted by lack of nearby fire plugs as flames consumed the ruin.
A temporary streetcar bridge over the White River near Washington Street buckled under ice and pressure on Thursday afternoon. Massive ice sheets jammed the structure, causing it to creak and shake, with parts ripped away by the Newmahth river force. City officials surveyed the failure as crowds watched. explosive attempts to blast debris failed, and the bridge’s stability remained in question through the day.
Corroborating statement from Jim Moriarity on Wednesday at the works board describes smoke and steam from the viaduct harming pedestrians and clothing. He proposes erecting smoke aprons on both sides of the bridge to eradicate the danger while maintenance proceeds.
Neal of district 11 states no opposition for a congressional race. He cites unnamed authorities and district rumors suggesting support for reelecting Beek, while noting dangers in entering controversy over the nomination.
Forecast for the 36 hours ending at 8 p.m. Thursday shows Rain or snow Thursday night and Friday with colder temperatures. Temperatures recorded at 7 a.m. 46, noon 47, 2 p.m. 49. Winds variable as likely precipitation moves through Indiana and adjacent states. A weather note mentions a cold snap and shifting conditions through the period.
In a National Automobile Works case, supervisor Lucks tried to calm a driver while mechanic Clemens clashed with the superintendent over performance. Clemens allegedly bit the supervisor and received a $1 fine plus costs from Judge Whatien.
A stream of short items from multiple places reports a trolley fatality in St Louis, a racial incident in San Francisco, fast electric trains between New York and New York City, a Kentucky legislature appropriation, and varied local mishaps. Other notes record a Alabama couple of black churchgoers warned, a Rankin accident injuring 15, a Cincinnati hospital pin mystery, a Caldwell death under a capsize, Mobile land purchase for settlement, Chicago jurors summoned in a securities case, and a Hamilton teen joke turning tragic.
A chaotic session surrounded by crime reports and labor tensions as burglars hit three local businesses and failed to loot safes. The Mine Workers convention faced heated debate over solidarity moves and funding while President Mitchell and Secretary Wilson resisted partisan resolutions.
County notes reveal Marion county spent heavily on three superior courts and the circuit court, estimating around 9,41087 dollars for the year when holidays are excluded. The county held ten months of court sessions, about 20 days annual, with the state contributing funds. individual court costs averaged around 215 dollars per day. Diamond rings and watches advertised nearby, with a jeweler inviting examinations of stock at 2 Monument Place, early items include a Bregerach Brow beverage and cider vinegar.
A rousing scene on E. Christ Wednesday night end ed with Mrs Mike Riley, accompanied by officers, confronting her husband Mike Riley who hid under a bed at Jane Taylor’s home. Mrs Riley tore at evidence and caused a disruptive search, prompting police escort to the station as a trial began Thursday morning.
At LaPorte Indiana January 7 officials say Rev William Hinshaw, who served seven years for murdering his wife and was paroled November 2, 1925 to visit his dying mother, will likely not be returned to prison. He is due at the prison Monday but officials expect a full pardon from Governor Durbin before then.
The Republican State Committee plans to intervene in Marion County to influence the selection of precinct committeemen. The move aims to prevent the dominate faction from sidelining opposition and jeopardizing party success and Senator Beveridge’s prospects, as reported by The Sun.
A masked gang held up the Sunset Limited on the Southern Pacific between Paso Robles and San Luis Obispo Wednesday night, detaching express and mail cars and blowing open a car in a guarded stop. About $80,000 was rumored taken while passengers were left unharmed. pursuers were in pursuit with no recent word received.
A pair of twins born to Mr. mad Atlee Tighey of 150 Yandoist arrived Tuesday and are described as extremely healthy. One twin weighs nine and a half pounds and the other about seven pounds, with doctors noting such weights are prodigious for twins. The family reports strong cries and robust appetites as the infants grow.
A fragmented telegram from an official source in St. Petersburg describes conflicting statements about a potential war between nations. The message notes Japan’s note and Russia’s reply, with ambiguity about the state of conflict and latest diplomatic positions.
A severe storm battered Meadville on Thursday afternoon prompting the entire fire department, eight companies, to battle a damaging flood threat and save property. In other news, Deblorney received a six month workhouse sentence after being found guilty of theft tied to a broken romance with Nelle Williams.
A 12 year old, Frank Scot, living with his widowed mother on Columbia Ave, was apprehended by Te B. & W. railroad officers for digging and stealing coal to provide fuel for his poverty-stricken home. The boy went out with a basket to collect coal and was caught in the act.
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