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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1904
Page
2
A speculative healer offers six books addressing ailments from dyspepsia and heart issues to kidneys women and rheumatism. He claims to reveal a universal prescription named Dr Shoop's Restorative and urges readers to obtain a trial copy without payment. The narrative asserts widespread cooperation with communities in America.
A fragmented 1910s style promotional piece urges readers to write for Dr Shoop's Restorative promising risk free trial and long term use. It warns not to lend money and to report back with feedback while noting a supposed druggist endorsement and a claim that short courses ruin cases.
Police Judge Stubbs fines a fur cannery for overcharging on gas price. New bicycle club forms in northeast city. Strawberries drop to five cents. Local Democrats oppose Fort Wayne and Brainville efforts for the state convention. Talk of mounting pallor on heights. Idle men, skating, and panda sightings. Girls' Industrial school hosts a food exhibit.
Marion Indiana January 3 Workmen from the Marion stone company uncovered a coil of snakes nine feet long and two feet thick at North Marion after a blast. The reptiles were alive but stiff from cold and unable to move. They included garter, water, and various species in a varied collection.
Albert Smith, 19, attempted to cross the Mis sagri river when his skiff toppled by an ice floe. After eight miles adrift, workers on the Wabash bridge rescued him, ending a perilous drift.
In Des Moines a Bryan wing conference of Democratic leaders ended Friday evening with a dispute over the party platform. The debate centered on a one point plank, reflecting internal tensions within the faction amid upcoming conventions.
City officials report park department bills from last year are under review as the board seeks proper authorization and funding. Unclear wordings suggest disputes over appropriations and warrants, with concern over midyear budget adjustments affecting park improvements.
Notice from General Manager A T Drum states Indiana union traction lines raise fares about 3 percent starting February 1. Revised Indianapolis to Muncie and other routes fare schedule includes single trip 25 cents per mile, round trip 10 percent off, mileage books 3.25 for 250 miles and 1.60 for 100 miles, with extra seat charges on limited cars.
In Topeka Kansas Jack a general passenger agent of the Santa Fe railway urges that the death penalty be raised for train wrecking. He argues wrecking should be a federal crime to ensure harsher punishment and deter criminals under federal jurisdiction.
Chicago Jen memorial listing RAO to be erected by WLM Hoyt in memory of his daughter Mrs J Morgan Fox and his grandchildren Sidney Hoyt and Emily Fox who perished in the Iroquois theater fire. The church will be built for the Episcopal Barn at Wibnetka. Hoyt, head of W M Hoyt & Co wholesale grocers, is said to be a millionaire. Peach Buds Killed Burlington Ind Jan 39—could event her of the pant two have killed the juavh buila, tr le anid
A seven year murder sentence convict William Payne has drafted a drama titled ye ideal girl and sent the manuscript to Washington to seek copyright. The play reportedly will be presented in Fond du Lac for nine years before his release, with hopes of freedom soon.
A fragmentary report notes children affected by stomach pains and headaches. References a nurse and a home remedy claiming to ease symptoms within hours. The text is unclear on locations, dates, or identities due to damaged OCR.
Russia's wartime leadership praise highlights General Kouropatkin as a renowned soldier and minister of war. His career spans the Russo Turkish conflict and command at Shipka Pass, with peak fame around Gedik Tepe in 1882 and comparisons to famed generals of the era.
In Berlin reports swirl around the German Crown Prince amid a wave of scandal and political tension. The article notes public discontent, high-level scrutiny, and questions about the emperor's stance as authorities seek a path through the crisis.
In Chicago a bachelor named Spivey was found dead after a blaze that charred the scene and left his wealth reportedly intact in the house. Authorities contemplate contempt charges as investigators search for clues and link to the murder.
A fragmented notice item reports a collision injuring four people and mentions various local merchants. It lists products from Quinine to soothing syrup for teething and notes several businesses at Monument Place and nearby streets. The OCR sprays sales pitches alongside the accident reference, reflecting a jumble of ads and brief event details.
By decree from the Marion County Court of Indiana a sheriff sale is set for February 6 in Marion County. The Real Estate described is Lot 148 in McCarty's Wehahead addition in Indianapolis, with rents and profits for a term not longer than seven years to satisfy the decree with interest and costs.
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