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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1902
Page
5
An advertisement touts a free trial of Dr. Lipes new cure for chronic ailments including heart and lung disease and skin and liver problems. The offer targets out of town patients and invites readers to visit the office or write for treatment without any charge.
A historical account details how suspects arrested on Indianapolis streets undergo a relentless sequence of questioning and surveillance from patrol officers to detectives. From loitering charges to “sweating” in the cooler and Bertillon photo, the process ends with court trials or long continuances.
Dr Chaffee arrives at the Green house to visit Becky Eggy who sits on the couch amid a flurry of six siblings. He orders the children out and declares he is there to visit the sick, though Becky insists she is not ill and contemplates her perplexing life.
William Watson Woollen of the State Audubon Society offers an explanation for locust tree damage. He notes branches die after single side boring and suggests the insect’s poisonous sting may kill the branch. State geologist Blatchkey agrees the eggs may be poisonous and act after laying.
Richard T. Reagin of the Friendly Inn urges multiple small free baths across the city rather than one large facility. He cites a $35,000 offer for a single bath as misdirected, arguing that teaching the public to bathe creates lasting benefits, especially for children, and proposes a basement pool at the Inn to serve the area at little cost.
A Brookston camp party and two Indianapolis visitors spend two weeks at Gay park along the Tippecanoe River. The clubhouse features a ballroom and dining room while rowboats and canoes supply fishing and recreation. Notable catches include J F French with a three and a half pound bass and George Kunz with three bass.
Washington notes the so called Little White House at 22 Jackson Place as a temporary presidential quarters. The piece traces historic alternates to the presidents residence including Dolly Madison’s housing and Monroe’s display, noting former occupants and renovations.
The Pennsylvania railroad stacks coal for future use at several trainloads daily. A 32 man unloading crew handles each arrival, dumping coal beside the tracks. When piles rise, track shifts to make a new stack, with hundreds of tons already unloaded and more on the way.
Adrian Michigan July 2 Lena Crandall and Bessie Fulton two 10 year old girls were reported missing after their family horse and wagon started without them. The girls were seen near the family farm and authorities searched the area for the pair.
In Putnam Connecticut 19 year old Misa Carrie Jasmin daughter of Leon Jasmin disappeared last Thursday while traveling with her grandfather toward Sandbridge Canada where a marriage to her wealthy cousin was planned. Officials report no trace of her after departure and the riddle of her destination remains unsolved.
A bookkeeper keeps a pink and gold ball on his desk to rest his eyes during long days of counting. He says a quick glance at the bright ball relieves optical fatigue, preventing weariness and refreshing his vision.
New York July 2 Army branch of the Y M C A ordered to vacate Fort Hamilton. Maj Walker says women visited the branch at all hours and Col Rodgers supported the ban. He criticizes the Women's Christian Temperance Union for the canteen closure and insists the fort’s needs override the group.
Chas H Warner climbed into the window of D M Frederick's residence in AERON July 2. Frederick fired his shotgun striking Warner's face and blowing out both eyes. Warner, who had boarded with Frederick, left town months ago and said he came to bid farewell. Frederick was not arrested.
Emlenton Pa July 2 President and Senator Hanna wrote regarding twin babies named after them. Parents received a 21 dollar check from Senator Hanna for Marcus Hanna McKee with interest to age. Roosevelt hoped Theodore Roosevelt McKee will be healthy and a citizen. North Lansing NY July 2 Roswell Beardsley completes 74 years as postmaster the longest tenure in the United States. He is 94 and earned up to 200 dollars in a year.
Chester Menendez six of New York was badly hurt while playing with gunpowder and may lose his sight after finding powder bought for the Fourth of July. He placed powder in a tin can, set it aflame and has been under physician care since. He asked God not to die before the Fourth. Burdock Blood Bitters is cited as a health secret.
PENNSYLVANIA LINES offer deals with train runs to Lake Maxinkuckee and nearby cities. Special July 6 round trips include Indianapolis to the lake at 7:30 a.m. and return at 6:30 p.m. Other routes to Cincinnati and Dayton priced at $3.30 round trip. Tickets valid July 3 and 4, with return by July 7. WM. B. BURFORD listed from Tadignapolia, Ind.
Lake Erie and Western R R offers a $15 round trip special on Thursday July 31 from Indianapolis leaving 6 30 a m for an annual seashore excursion. Through sleepers and coaches to Atlantic City with return in 12 days. Tickets to Cape May Angelesa Avalon Holly Beach Ocean City Sea Isle City Rehobeth Ocean City Md available via agents or W W Richardson Indianapolis.
Passenger schedule notes a departure from Indianapolis at 12 20 p m and a Detroit arrival at 8 10 p m detailing travel by Lake Erie and Western and Wabash routes.
One fare applies for round trips within 206 miles. Tickets go on sale July 3 and 2 with a final return limit of July 7.
A single round trip fare applies for journeys within 200 miles. Tickets go on sale July 3 and 4 with a turn limit. The offer ends July 7.
The Pennsylvania and Vandalia routes from all Indiana points are set as the official railway path to the National Education Association convention in Minneapolis from July 7 to 11. A first class limited fare plus 2 dollars round trip is offered. Tickets on sale July 5 6 and for July 7 trains. The Indiana Official Train departs Indianapolis at 11 35 a m July 7 via Pennsylvania Lines. For details contact ticket agents or W W Richardson D P A Indianapolis.
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