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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1906

Page

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Two Elevated Trains Collide In Brooklyn

Dense fog halted New York traffic as two Brooklyn elevated trains collided at a crossing. Passengers, including many women, fainted and were helped down ladders by firefighters. No serious injuries reported though panic engulfed the dockside and ferry area near North River.

North River Scrippa-McHae Preas Association New York Brooklyn Elevated Brooklyn New Brunswick Pennsylvania Railroad Bath Beach Ridgewood Cnt New Jersey Long Island Fire Island

Castro A Puzzle to France

President Castro of Venezuela outmaneuvers in a diplomatic clash with France over concessions and taxation. He targets the New York and Bermudez company and the French Cable company, leverages The Hague award in the Orinoco Steamship case, and eyes gains in a broader foreign policy struggle with the United States and Europe. Judge Leathers scheduled January 2 for arguments on constitutionality of issuing rail passes within the state, with state and railroads presenting contrasting views.

weMcTine Press Association Washington Castro Fox of Caracas Europe France Ciy United Sates New York and Bermudez Company Matos The Hague Orinoco Steamship Company

Man Marries Woman in Switch as Lecture Reveals

A sensational Sa nday item from an era paper notes a man and a woman in unconventional roles while a church lecture is planned in Milburn. Joseph Whitman, former pastor, marries 24 year old Jolley as Pauline Webster, using disguise as a cook with an opera troupe. Police arrest and vagrancy charges follow.

Milburn Bestops-McRae Frene Association Sens Trac Melton Aneas City Pethon Second Presbyterian Church Xtitbuon Joseph Whitman Jolley Speiler Pauline Webster J. J. Cornette Testaurant Misa Jelley Cornett Whitman Whitney Whitmoun

Deathbed plea opens a prison

Albert and Calvin Luther were released from the county jail Monday to attend the funeral of their mother Mrs Carrie Armstrong, 75, who died Saturday of pneumonia at Ludlow flats. The brothers, jailed awaiting grand jury action, had fought over a Christmas gift. They were not allowed to accompany the body to the grave and were returned to jail.

Pollce Albert Calvin Luther Carrie Armairong Ludlow Flats Aluasachuachia-ave Grand Jury

Cold Wave To Hit Indiana After Record Warm Span

Weather bureau forecast a sharp 40 degree drop in temperatures across the Mississippi valley beginning Sunday night. Indiana expected frost by Monday with wheat at risk unless a heavy snowfall arrives to cover it. Snow is forecast as the cold wave moves eastward, following record highs in Indianapolis the prior days.

Indianapoda Weather Bureau Mississippi Valley Bmiasissippi River Mercury Teau Indiana Iianapolis

Jealous husband linked to Schafer murder case debated

The article reports doubts by police about William Barnes's knowledge of the Miss Burah Schafer murder near Bedford Indiana two years ago. It notes Barnes was arrested in Denver on a warrant tied to his alleged betrayal of his wife and describes intercepted letters and ring ownership claims, with authorities seeking stronger evidence to connect Barnes to the crime.

Wiliam Barnes Burah Schafer Bedfort Ind Barnes Denver Col William Annadale S. Meridian Sr Lo Ymo Penver Ami Bareca Mies Schuifer Cirence Johns Marion County workNoure Ahion Annadale Andra William Barnes Rnnadale Indir Pathe Wiliam Marey Barres Amiessy Warrane Berver Aminielitts Johnie Caim Ping Giken Mixs Schafer Redined Barnacs Curtis Stone Robert Meteger Walter Simpson H. Lowe Nia Lowe

Man seeks court injunction over burial site dispute

In superior court Courtney Whiton sues Emily Featherstone and Crown entities to block interference as he plans to exhume a body for reburial. The dispute centers on burial lot permissions after Whiton arranged a joint burial plan with his wife and adopted daughter, but Mrs. Featherstone refuses consent for exhumation. The case cites an agreement about burial terms and the need for consent from Featherstone before any exhumation or cemetery action.

Courtney Whiton Emily Featherstone Crown Hill Hauy Duvingite Feath- Whenter Fratton Mrs. Featherstone Wilton

Blizzard Grips Northwest and Midwest in Severe Cold

Sunday night brought subzero temperatures across the northwest with Qu Appelle at 3 below and Havre Montana under 12 below. St Paul Minnesota reached 2 above, while Kansas City and Missouri faced record lows. A widespread blizzard dumped heavy snow across Texas and the Plains, plunging many areas below freezing and crippling travel.

Chicago Northwest Qu’ Appelle Canadian Northwest Flerre Devi Si's Lake N. D Bismarck Nld Havre Mont St. Paul Ming Texas Missouri Kansas Oklahoma Indian Territories

Man files suit over left-edge street collision injury

Albert A. Dux sues Major Manufacturing for damages alleging Dec 1 head by the company's vehicle on the left edge near the intersection of Highland Ave and Market Street caused a severe injury while he was riding a bicycle. He claims the action violated city regulations and left him badly hurt.

Monviy Albert‘ A. Dux Tighland-ave

Councilman AEB backs plan to reroute streetcar under tracks

Councilman Cauncilnmn AEB moves Brightwood public works chief to push a policy change for rerouting the Bowrt of Public Works. The aim is to alter the Berent wood raring so a streetcar crosses under elevated tracks near Massachusetts-ave and Massachusettts-ave Brightwood residents fear improved safety but require new tracks along Lewis-st east of the elevated line. President Flot suggests coordinating with railway officers. Caettey agrees to pursue the plan.

Cattey Bowrt of Public Works Aja Berentwood Massienhusetts-ace Brightwood Witte Brightwood Cura Cornell-ave Masmichunetts-ave Thirteenth-st Columbia-ave Roosevelt-ave Lewis-st Massachusetts-aive Hne Flot Board of Public Works Eliott Cottey

Indiana Editors Gather for Annual Meeting in Denison

The Indiana Reputable Newspaper Editors Association plans its twenty ninth gathering in Indiana with speakers including Dr Lerwin Hult Hughes DePauw president and Attorney General Charles W Miller. The program covers papers on political issues education and advertising with a banquet Thursday and formal sessions Friday at the Denison Hotel and civic venues.

Indiana Fudiopapolis Witsume Istin Denison Truitt Nabbsvill Prince Ernest Bross Indianapolis Star George B. Lockwooll Maplon

IDE FOR HIGH PLACE

The president sent nominations for ambassadors and other posts. Luke E Wright to Japan. David E Thompson to Mexico. Lloyd C Griscom to Britain. Henry Clay Ide to governor general of the Philippines. James F Smith to vice governor of the Philippines. J J Van Aerdeal to attorney general. C Roberton to receiver of public moneys.

Scripps-McRae Press Association Washington Luke E. Wright Tennerece Japan David E.thompson Nebraska Mexico Lloyd C Griscom Pennsylvania Bragi Phillipines Henry Clay Ide Vermont James F. Smith California

Delegates Clash Over Miners Fight and Attacks

The miners convention erupts as Delegate Germer and President Mitchell trade charges. Mitchell accuses Western Federation of Miners of misleading actions while Germer brands opponents as open foes. The debate touches on Randall, Haywood, and Douthwaite, with references to the Civic Federation and broader labor strife.

Germer Mitchell Western Federation of Miners Wtitt Nelgate Germer Wood Haywood Mitchettx Colorado Cermer Univers Elams Atomige Randall Culorady Fuet Handall Celeste Handall Wratern Federarion Preaktenit Wertort Federation of Minera Abe Donthwaite Leven Colo Western Federation of Minere Cretiey Douthwaite Douthwatte Rory Tapic John Mitchell Philip Viel Ife

Deep pay well delusion after costly well effort

A historical report notes repeated failures in deep well drilling at Hartford City and Trenton, where attempts to reach water at great depths with costly equipment have yielded only salt water or inconclusive results. Despite plans to bore 3,500 feet at a $10,000 cost, the endeavor is deemed hopeless by observers.

Hartford City Commercia Ae Ts Dhre Brent Trenton York Woomington Terre Tawi Eal Wieten St Peter's Sand Potsdam Trenpon Trenton Galena Antestonie Hedin

Fifth District Hopefuls Clash in Turbulent County Race

The Fifth District scene features rival congress candidates with alliances splintering counties threaten to drop all contenders. A cascade of figures from Danville and beyond, including Sun endorsements, freighted by court cases and society sources, appear as debates unfold over funding and influence. Names like Vanderbilt and Gates surface amid whistle of advertising schemes and campaign finance intrigue.

Aquidaban Warship Sunk After Explosion Off Brazil

A Brazilian warship named Aquidaban, built in 1885 and 280 feet long with 400 crew, sank off Rio de Janeiro after an explosion. Reports say about 60 crew members were killed or drowned. The incident follows days of mounting war tensions in the region.

Bishops In Session Discuss Church Work and Arrests

Bishops and representatives from twelve Alle gations of the Roman Catholic Church meet in Indianapolis to review the work of Bishop Joseph M. Pratt and consider extending church activities. The assembly plans to address potential actions tied to arrest of internals and population concerns across Indiana Ohio Ashes Wisconsin and Michigan.

Vishops Ripbscnpal Bie Joseph M. Pratets Contrakase Bete Utes Indiana Oho Ashes Wisconsin Michigan

Judge Hears A Dog Case In Police Court

In a police court session, Mir Rosa Lee faced a charge from sister Nettie Wade over a dog collar sale. Wade claimed buying the cotter for the animal and paying 73 cents, while Lee testified asserting the dog’s custody and value. The case involved a traveling man and a 75 cent dog collar, with addresses cited for the parties.

Mir Rosa Lee Nettie Wade Wade Hehurmannage

Noisy Boy Mars Sabbath in Perry Township

Frank Adams aged 18 pleaded guilty in criminal court on Monday to disturbing church services at Center 38 E church Perry township by using profane language near the church in earshot of church members James Norwood and William Wishard. Judge Alford fined Adams one dollar and costs on the profanity charge and suspended sentences on the disturbance charge. Norwood, who caused Adams arrest, is clerk of the criminal court and also fined the youth.

Frank Adams Perry Township James Norwood William Wishard Chorch Alford Adams Adton

Senator Depew 18 Worried in Senate Return

Senator Depew appeared anxious on the senate floor today after a prolonged absence from the chamber. He stood at the rear with a constrained posture as he observed proceedings and repeatedly adjusted his glasses amid renewed concerns over his mental and physical condition.

Scrippa-Monte Preas Association Washington Empire Fatalé Senate Watt Vas Dor Jven

Caught Selling A Rented Horse And Rig

David Springer and William Allen attempted to sell a rented vanishing horse and buggy belonging to John Mann for well below value. They were traced by bicycle officers to William Lampert, leading to an arrest after Lampert alerted the police while pretending to finalize a sale. Springer initially misnamed himself before admitting his true identity.

John Mann B. Walmsbost David Springer Willam Allen William Lampert F. M. Parish Washington Sr Lil and Shine W. Wastington St Lampert Springer Wash Heagan Rochevisttraye

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