Fight Statehood in Oklahoma and Territories Battle
Wisconsin Representative Babcock leads insurgents against the bill to admit Oklahoma and Indian Territory as a state. Advocates argue for two states Arizona and New Mexico. House votes set for Thursday with party lines and committee reports shaping the outcome. Meanwhile a severe Colorado storm kills five, destroys a blacksmith shop, and halts rail traffic as snow drifts block routes from Durango to Silverton.
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Goodrich Set A Date For Franks Postage Tale
In a tale of postal confusion a private secretary’s error allegedly held up Frank postage to Indiana senator Goodrich. The report notes plans for an Indiana convention in April and Bosley’s committee to confirm dates. Senate mileage procedures last night saw Senator Burton photographed in the chamber to validate attendance and secure pay.
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Fix the Convention Date for State Republicans
The state Republican convention will be held April 11 and 12, after a Tuesday decision. The notice clarifies the dates and confirms the meeting span for party delegates.
Kindergarten Wagon Collides With Street Car
Four children and their teacher escaped injury after a kindergarten wagon was struck by a northbound street car on College avenue Tuesday shortly after 1 pm. Driver M. Ovarton and teacher Miss Hattie Swath guided the group as passengers were frightened but mostly unharmed. Names listed include Gertrude Littmer Julia Collings Alfred Kodocker and Bette Juor among others.
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College-Ave
MM. G. Ovarton
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Julia Collings
Alaamast
Alfred Kodecker
N. Capholave
Bet Juor
City considers amendment on city employes count
Attorney Fred Matteon discusses a proposal to Buckwalter for amending the city ordinance governing the number of city employees. The measure would grant the administration broader power to determine staffing levels, likely to be presented to council next Monday. Support cites changes since the old law and more roads and new areas needing staff, but current law restricts hiring.
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Fred Matteon
Charles A. Buckwalter
Brave Fireman Saylor Dies After Long Illness
Brave fireman Yours Saylor, 47, longtime member of the Indianapolis Fire Department, died at his Madison Avenue home on Tuesday after months of dropsy. He served with Hose Company 46 at Raymond and Webb, noted for fearless duty and leadership. He leaves a wife and two sons. funeral by Planner & Buchanan pending arrangements.
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Jones Charged With Passing Counterfeit Ten Dollar Coin
William Jones faces a U S court charge for attempting to pass a counterfeit ten dollar gold piece in Milford Jind. He was arrested after trying to swap the coin for merchandise at a Milford store. A police lineup helped identify him as William Jones, previously jailed in Ohio for robbery and resisting a federal agent. He pleaded not guilty as testimony and witnesses, including the coin tester and store staff, testified. He appeared calm in jail and was described as tall and well dressed.
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Indiana officers praise marksmanship training results
Major J. McCormick, head of the state arms practice, reported excellent shooting and high efficiency in the unit from Indianapolis. Under his five years with the state forces, Lt. Motteille and Maj. McCormick achieved 101 percent grade with 50 foot targets, noting very good scores and satisfactory exercises.
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Cold Wave Sweeps Indianapolis As Temps Plunge
A sharp cold wave grips Indianapolis with forecasts of continued deepening chill. The weather bureau warns of colder Tuesday and Wednesday as trains delay and telegraph lines suffer from network strain. Coal demand rises while merchants brace for tougher conditions and telecommunication services report outages and damaged lines.
Attorney Encock Case Sparks Court Row in Indiana
Special to The Son from Lafayette Indiana reports a heated court session as defense argues attorney Joseph Encock is demented while medical examiners say his mental state is sound. The exchange involved state Senator Wood and defense attorney Ross Thompson Escapes From Of Terre Haute as details unfold about attempts to locate a runaway youth and other minor notices fill the page.
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Joseph Encock
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Senator Wood
George P. Flaptyeod
Ross Thompson
Defense
Terre Haute
Man Played Crazy Clever Game In Mail Sack Theft Case
James A. Jones of Aston found guilty in U S district court of stealing a mail sack from the Caiany Alten road station platform in Alton. He confessed to an elaborate plan to feign insanity to avoid detection, claiming prior offenses and an infamy plea. Authorities note Jones did traveling sales work from Blue Springs before a sudden decline in conduct led to the crime.
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Griffics
Purchasing Agent Hinders City Supply Reform
Mayer Bookwalter stated on Tuesday morning that city department purchasing could improve but opposed reforms. He suggested someone should track all city purchases with the mayor, though he did not support an explicit new officer appointment. Coal. Cal us to Galaen Tint The seme. of perfection. New 1605. Main 246 ve . Wiley Native Bribes, ME W. Wasn
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Hunt for Child as Police Seek Help From Bookwalter Aid
In Indianapolis and Chicago, police and city officials aided by Bookwalter search for Pauline Skillman, a 5-year-old allegedly kidnapped by Paul Skillman nine weeks earlier. Mayor Charles A. Bookwalter met with Pauline's mother, Mrs. Paul Skillman, after she requested help from Mrs. Roosevelt and Chicago police. The couple, divorced in Marion County, accuse each other of infidelity and misdeeds. Skillman is believed to be in Chicago working, while detectives remain on the trail at 2180 Loonis street area where Skillman’s brother resides.
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Jilted Lover Shoots Four in Front of Home
Ida Hoish, Jan Botenry Newem- Phallimer, an Alaskan miner, killed four people including Lafayrtte Gray and Mrs. Robert Gray as they gathered outside the Gray home. Ottie Powel, Latayy, and others were wounded. Neuem Taumer, who had rejected him, fled with Gray. He then killed himself with a revolver after the shootings.
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Robert Gray
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Ollie Howell
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Old paving conflict on Lexington Ave stirs petition drive
Sixty eight Lexing ton avenue property owners from Shelby to State petition the Board of Public Works over paving method. They favor bituminous mineral paving while earlier backing asphalt. The Board had backed asphalt, but later petitioners withdrew as education efforts swayed opinion toward bituminous mineral paving.
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Walen Named Collector of Customs at Detroit
Senator Als ter after a White House call announced the appointment of John G. Walen as collector of customs at Detroit. The note mentions various unrelated ad-like lines and numbers, including references to products and telephone lines.
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Washington
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White House
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Detroit
Mayor's broom begins its work in city reform drive
In New York Mayor Charles A. Rockwaiter presses for aggressive cleanup after the Noltzman administration. He backs a larger hospital appropriation and stronger financial oversight at City Hospital while questioning food quality and administrative control. Board president Whisk defends current funding but signals ongoing scrutiny.
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Steamers collide sink Trojan in collision at sea
Special to The Sam Horton Muse reports the Steam er Trojan from Kosten and Poiladet fishing fleet sank after a collision with the Steamer Nagoorhee off Savannah. The Trojan’s captain and crew went down with the vessel. Nagoorhee rescued two men. The Naroorhee attacked the Trojan amidships and the steamer sank within three quarters of an hour.
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Man Charged With Bigamy in Indiana Case
Special to the San Knightstown Indiana reports Sir Alonzo Perry of this area is charged with bigamy. The first wife, Mary Johnson of Rushville, filed the charge after learning Perry married Fanny May of Raysville following a divorce in Lina. The couple wed in 1898 and separated shortly after, leading to the arrest.
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Raysville
Boy's Fingers Amputated At Brockman Mill
14 year old Trarney Fite suffered the loss of four fingers of his left hand at a Brockman planting mill on Lincoln Street. He had just started to work with a saw when the accident occurred. He was removed to his home at 1123 Charleasant for care.
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United States Navy Sends Sympathy for Loss of Battleship
A U S Navy dispatch to the Brazilian minister of Marine from Washington dated January 23 expresses deepest sympathy for the loss of life in the destruction of the battleship. The message requests that Britain and others concerned be extended sympathies as well.
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Miners Front-Loader Debate Over Boy Labor Age in Coal Fields
At the convention there is a clash between Mitchell and Lewis on the floor while a policy to set the age limit for boys in coal mines at 16 draws vigorous debate. Delegates argue the measure balances education and family needs, with socialist-leaning Germer opposing under 16 work, and others supporting a higher safeguard.
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Annual mase ball and murder trial delays
A note on excluding boys from the mines and a murder trial postponed dominates the page. Discussions surround an eight hour work day linked to mining. The ninth Therela of Hector McEachern is cited amid ongoing court delays and planning. A convention vote splits on an amendment while another item announces the United Hebrew congregation grand mask ball at the German house Tuesday night.
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