Mechanic Olaf Olsen Dies After Sudden Illness in Indianapolis
Olaf Olsen a prominent Indianapolis figure in politics and business for 20 years dies at his home 464 N Capitol Ave after a night of renewed strength. Born in Copenhagen 1850 he built a fortune as a bolt maker inventor roller skating pioneer and factory head. Survived by wife Lizzie Schowe and five children Lillian Florence Edith Fred and O R Jr the family notes his long hard years and a life of mechanical genius and public service. Funeral arrangements set for Sunday at the family home with Dr Rondthaler presiding.
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Olaf R. Olsen
Indianapolis
N. Capitolave
Mr. Olsen
Lillian
Florence
Edith
Fred
O. R. Jr
Olsen
Indianapolia
Sinker-Davis Company
Malone
Tae Sun
Sinker-Davia
Messrs. Rockwood and Newcomb
Mr. Sulton
Democratic Party
Sullivan
Thos. L. Sullivan
Olssn
Tre Haneral
Masons, Odd Fellows and
Knights of Pythias
Dr. Rondthaler
Frisco society balks at golden hair song in Aladdin Jr
A San Francisco audience objected to the song about golden hair in a touring Aladdin Jr production. Manager Henderson halted the number for three nights amid protests, then allowed it to continue as it drew a larger crowd elsewhere. The routine recounts a Chicago trip and depicts a naive heroine with golden hair, sparking some controversy among local critics.
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San Francisco
Anna Boyd
Henderson
Frisco Society
Soa
Anna
Bates House
Tru
Chicago
Local Business Bits and Bargains Preview
Dalton offers 26 cent bate and Kreitlein & Reed clothing promotes boys wear while Danbury store touts a 45 cent hat. The Arcade sparks a 12500 dollar clothing sale as Geo Kreitlein vies for Indianapolis grocery leadership. The When and Star stores promise Saturday bargains alongside Granger dry goods and Pap’s stores. Dr Price’s Cream Baking Powder vouches for quality with a World’s Fair medal.
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Indianapolis
Star
Granger
Pap’s
New York
People’s Outfitting Company
Wasson’s
Dr. Price
Police Court Scene Ends With Assault Charge
In a tense session Judge Stubbs heard Mrs. Cleggett and Geo A. Henry charged with infanticide and adultery following arrests on Jan 14. Detective Thornton testified amid objections as Hanna pressed for admissibility. Thornton later struck Henry after a dispute in the corridor, prompting a Warrior and a postponed case to Saturday morning.
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Geo. A. Henry
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Henry
Roanoke St
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Thornton
Cleggett
Hartford
Conn
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Hanne
Stubbs
Greenleaf
Will
Grand Jury
Stub Henry
Dawson
Boyle Boeckling breach of promise verdict awarded to Mrs Boyle
The Boyle Boeckling case ended with a verdict for Mrs Boyle and a judgment of 6850 against Geo Boeckling. Neither party attended the read of the verdict. A new trial will be sought. The notice also lists Lemon Tonic Laxative ads and a Midwinter Fair medal note.
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Boyle-Boeckling
City leaders press for council report on investigations
Mayor Denny declines definite remarks while the council investigation committee works in secrecy. He hints of stronger action once the report is ready, and says the panel is consulting legal counsel and will not reveal details until its findings are handed in. Vic Colonel Wildman also declines comment amid closed sessions.
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Council
Tum Sun
Scott
Works Board
Mr. Wildman
Vic
Col. Wildman
Board of Works
Tux Sun
Trusler Sues German Telegraph for 10000 Damages
Controller Trusler files a damage suit against the German Telegraph seeking 10000, alleging the editorial falsely accuses him of dishonesty over dealing with foreign brokers and harming city finances. He says he acted under city council orders and could not act otherwise. Kealing & Hugg represent him.
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the Sun
The
Telegraph
Forign
Kealing & Hugg
Boy Dies After Accident at Home In Indianapolis
Edward Cooney aged six living at 121 Reisner Street West Indianapolis died Thursday afternoon from chest injuries after falling while playing with an ax. The coroner ruled the fatal shock from the fall caused the death.
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Ikdward Cooney
Reisnerst
Weat
Indianapolis
Noise Sleigh Bells Cause Fatal Train collision
Two sleighing party members were instantly killed and five others badly injured when a train struck their sleighing party on the Pennsylvania railway early Thursday. The noise from sleigh bells prevented them from hearing the approaching train.
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Mipdlespare
War Talk Sparks Mexican Frontiers War Fears
City of Mexico reports rising Guatemalan war talk with cabinet meeting Friday morning seen as potential for declaration. Mexico has about 6,000 troops on the Guatemalan frontier and a Mexican consul has departed Guatemala.
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Guatemala
Grand theater bills sensational money drama and Aladdin jr
Jane with Gus Frohman's company is the Grand's attraction early next week. Temptation of money should crowd the Park Friday night and Saturday. In the tenderloin brings Indianap olis a new production at English's next Mon Tue Wed. Frederick Bryton heads a New York company with Geo Appo Tom Gould and others who appeared before Lexow. Aladdin jr at English's Opera House last Thursday drew a large crowd with grand scenery and costumes. The harp origin provides a fitting finale and songs like Alabama Coon Johnny, My Old Friend John, and Her Golden Hair are noted. Aladdin jr continues for the rest of the week. Montgomery's nerve special relieves exhausted nerves. Buckwheat flour at Van Pelts and Sidepostda at Wim, 4. Eldora's
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Gus Frohman
Indianapolis
English’s
Frederick Bryton
Geo. Appo
Tom Gould
Lexow Committee
Opera House
Johnny
John
Anna Boyd
Aladdin, Jr
Indiana House Inaugurates Business As Ira Chase Sways
The Indiana house opened at 10:02 AM with Ira Jay Chase in the northeast corner, his bass voice recalling Foghorn Kelly. Morning prayers by Rev. El A Allen, with invitations to a governor’s reception and a contentious Bowers Miller election contest set the tone for a day of legislative maneuvering and proposed measures including police sales of seized goods, police matrons, and amendments to the constitution.
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Foghorn Kelly
A. Allen
Sixth Presbyterian Church
Bowers- Miller
Posey County
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Way
Brooklyn
New York
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House of Representatives
Indiana
Green Smith
Hamrick
Hendricks
Tammany Hall
Uriah Culbert
Investigation Resolution Advocated by City Committee
At 12 20 Friday the house committee on Indianapolis city affairs met to decide the fate of the resolution calling for an investigation of the Indianapolis school board. The committee unanimously decided to investigate the board's doings to the depths.
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Indianapolis City Affairs
Indianapolis
State constitutional amendment proposal advances in senate
Friday the senate received Ira Jay Chase and introduced a resolution to amend the state constitution amid a charged confrontation with the fraternity mentioned.
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Senate
Ira Jay Chase
Guns In Foster Fages Hold Up Train For $25,000
A southbound Cotton Belt train near Mic Neil Arkansas was robbed by two bold bandits who crawled over the tender and forced Express Messenger Massey to open the safe. About $25,000 and valuables from Conductor Harris were taken, while his watch and chain were returned. Passengers were unaware until after the deed. Authorities suspect the Cook gang may be involved.
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Ark
Mic Neil
Ireman
Massey
Harris
Cook
Tragic Lift Fall Claims Vincennes Man
Alonzo Todd aged 28 unmarried died in a shaft accident at Proapec hill mines when he misstepped as an elevator went up. He fell about 200 feet and was instantly killed with his body described as horribly crushed. The incident occurred Friday during a visit to the mines.
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Ind
Alonzo Todd
Proapec Hill
Whipped His Wife Becomes Tragic End for Pharmacist
New York January 25 reports pharmacist William Joy killed himself with chloral after beating his wife who has grip. Forecast for Indiana calls for snow or rain Friday, turning much colder with more snow Saturday. Washington dispatch warns storms and drifting snow may disrupt Indiana rail traffic Friday night.
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New York
William Joy
Indiana
Washington
F J tholz sworn in as state treasurer Sunday
Sunday includes swearing in F J Tholz as state treasurer. Rev H A Buchtel to conduct Sunday afternoon reformatory services at 3 o clock. N malleable iron works at Haughville opens another furnace in four operating. Beckerich Bros grocery burglary reported with cigars and tobacco stolen.
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H. A. Buchtel
Reformatory
National Malleable Iron Works
Haughville
Ruling on mandamus to Brooklyn Heights railroad sparks debate
Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Gaynor grants mandamus against the Brooklyn Heights railroad, directing operation and addressing labor terms. He warns private rail firms must serve the public and pay fair wages, rejecting coercive labor practices. Police battle wire-cutters as tensions rise in Brooklyn.
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Supreme Court
Brooklyn Heights
Busines. Com
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Atlantic Ave
Crosstown
Bushwick Inlet
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Flatbushaye
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New York
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Connelly Nam
John Strong
Willamsburg
Brooklyn Railways to add ten new street cars soon
Brooklyn Railways will receive ten new street cars in about three weeks, with 15 more arriving shortly after. Cars will have screens on the pole side and sand boxes for quick emergency stops. Main lines will receive the new cars, old ones reassigned to outer lines, and 25 new motor equipments ordered for some existing cars. Superintendent McLean denied Indiana men being invited to replace Brooklyn strikers.
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Supt
McLean
Tr Sun
Indianuapolis
Brooklyn
Lamon Tonic Laxative Advertisement Fragment
Fragment of an advertising copy mentioning Lamon Tonic Laxative and Allarogyists Lemon Tonic Laxative with garbled text about blood and a poor condition. Contains vague health product references and unclear claims.
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