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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1905
Page
3
Washington and Baltimore letters praise Peruna as a grand medicine curing catarrh and related ailments. Advertisers claim facial beauty and vitality are preserved as catarrh sufferers report relief in lungs and head, with testimonials from patients across Chicago and other cities.
Police report shows William 2 Sharp, once tied to a draft dispute, now a sought suspect. Bond increased from 2 to 85100 and warrants may spread to other cities. The exact charges remain unpublicized while investigations continue.
Homer Buck, held on a charge of striking Lawrence Brown at the Van Camp Factory on October 17. Buck will be tried in police court Thursday. Brown remained in bed for weeks with injuries from the mallet blow. a preceding disturbance involved a woman and further trouble.
Beveridge introduces a pension bill in the Senate for former congressman General Coburn of Indiana, proposing ten dollars a month. Coburn, ex-member of the House, chaired the Committee on Military Affairs.
Nebraska ends January marked by extreme cold as Lincoln records near zero readings most days. Snowstorms pile up a foot or more across the state, with a persistent cold snap and heavy snowfall impacting communities and daily life.
Special to The Sun reports Hilliatt Derchon, 77, longtime patent medicine manufacturer in Crawfordsville Ind, has died. The item notes his occupation and age as of his passing. A bicycle is advertised for sale and the Sun’s classified column features a ten word sale line.
A bill to recognize osteopathy in the state medical framework faced postponement after a public hearing. Osteopath advocates, including former officials, urged recognition while opponents from the State Board of Medical Examination pressed for current standards to stand, delaying action until further testimony.
Federal inquiry in the North District investigates alleged price fixing and restraint of trade by several meat packers. Names and connections remain unclear as officials pursue antitrust violations tied to competition and consumer prices.
A daily city record lists numerous births including Emma Vian Greerheis Tevin Bdrh Prank Kari Scholes and many others with diverse parental names and locations across Germaniad and Germsiid regions. It also notes deaths such as Gealan 89 and Eugene K. Palmer, with brief mentions of marriages and building permits including Cock urger and Horta Kinz and a few monetary figures.
Reports from Scripps Association describe the discovery of two bodies in Zion, Cel Stein and Mrs. John Speicer, with local reactions. The text notes a new fortune, a fatal accident in Michigan City, and varying accounts of medical examination and police response amid school and church affiliations.
scrambled OCR reads as Mayor Berghoff injured in Fort Wayne incident at oil store. Mentions Jan ab Berghn and names Warner, Gilling, and Shambvogt with unclear roles. Coarse fragments imply a political figure harmed amid a local event, but details remain unreadable.
A short line advertises PAZO Ointment as a guaranteed cure for piles. It promises relief from itching bleeding and protruding piles within days and offers a money back refund if not cured. The snippet mentions multiple misspelled names and disjointed phrases from an old classified style ad.
Reports from the Anderson murder trial describe the judge and jury selection with the accused, Uren Staley, facing a high-stakes proceeding. Prosecution aims to prove guilt as the trial unfolds with multiple named figures and county officials involved.
Special to the Sint Washington reports a heated session as senators debate a statehood measure. The article outlines key figures and regional positions, noting support from certain blocs and opposition from others while hinting at political maneuvering and potential timelines.
Grain and livestock markets show mixed activity with cattle receipts steady and hogs, sheep, and cattle quoted across ranges. Prices vary by weight and grade, with feeding steers and veals listed among the prominent figures from Indianapolis and Chicago exchanges.
The notice outlines price changes by Standard Cuts, listing various items and adjustments. It mentions a price range and references a sale period and associated entities, with notices about timing, product categories, and geographic scope.
A chaotic scene reports thieves entering a junk shop on a Monday night as officers confronted the suspects causing the crowd to flee. Police closed the area and started an investigation into the break in and stolen items.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Mrs Jenner and advice to take handcuffs. It references persons such as Margaret Fopier and Aaron Whowlos and mentions Theopstauditte and Heminnardemt. The text is heavily corrupted with unclear names and phrases.
A letter carrier resigned and a long time substitute, Dewolt, was appointed to the position. McGlynis and Haneda Dia were noted in the resignation context, with the note indicating a readiness to fill duties promptly.
The report details shifts in a broad range of stocks with focus on utilities, rail, and industrials. Names like Chicago area wines, Western Union, and Southern Railway show notable activity as traders assess demand, pricing, and dividends amid market volatility.
A fragmented list of meat products and prices from Reliable and other brands. Items include hams, bacon, sausage, fresh pork, beef cuts, veal, poultry, and dairy notes with assorted origin hints and assorted price stamps.
A dense catalog style entry lists assorted confections and ingredients with varied names and codes. Items include powdered no starch sugar blends, granulated forms, lozenge like sticks, candy products with prices such as 65 and 5.55, and multiple brand or grade identifiers. References mention coffee related products and several cryptic codes and foreign terms interwoven with the list.
A dense OCR style listing shows varied produce and goods with multiple misspellings and partial item names. Items include apples, grapes, dried fruits, nuts, seeds, cabbage, beans, lemons, cranberries, onions, beets, carrots, celery, potatoes, and sweet potatoes with inconsistent prices and units. The fragmentary text resembles a historic wholesale price catalog or market ledger.
A fragmented OCR listing outlines anthracite coal and coke prices and handling terms across multiple locations and units. It includes per ton, per bushel, and per five bushels rates, plus delivery methods such as wagon or wheelbarrow.
A parliamentary debate centers on a bill backed by Kaiser’s son and unions, proposing weekly wage payments, compulsory deductions, and penalties for violations. Backed by the Liberal Labor groups but opposed by employers, the measure aims to curb scandals in railway projects and abuse by unscrupulous contractors.
A fragmented OCR text references travels and payments, with scattered names and places. It mentions Scripps press association and a January date, but crucial facts are obscured. The readable portion hints at a local proceeding or transport matter involving individuals, yet lacks coherent detail.
The Mise Mayme Roverta pupils with Jaan elacudoriaty and arn torlent Bald moedg compete in a gold medal contest held at Plersen's hall on Wednesday night under Bray court, Bes Hue tribe.
The widow Mrs Jemima Guiustard dies at home after hours of illness. Her husband, a wealthy pawnbroker, mourns the loss as the couple’s relations prepare funeral arrangements for the deceased.
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