Overrun with Thieves Burglaries Plague Talbott Area Homes
Neighborhood alarm follows a series of burglaries from Talbott Avenue to Illinois Street and Wabash Street. Entry by cut lattice and raised screens. valuables mostly untouched. A child’s scream foils a dawn raid at the Perry home. two masked men flee as a neighbor pursues.侍
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Richard Chislett
Talbott Ave
H. M. Talbott
N. Ilinois-st
Margaret Simpson
Illinois-st
W. Wabash St
Roger Perry
Henry
Chicago
Governor Denounces Extra Session Rumor Over McHugh Law
Gov. Matthews sternly rejects a Journal report claiming he plans an extra session to repeal the McHugh law and other acts. He says the article is false and denies any consideration of calling a special winter assembly. He challenges the reporter to cite authority.
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Matthews
Journal Monday
General Assembly
Tur Sun
Strike Quiet on West Street As Shovelers and Seamsters Sit Out
The West Street shovellers and seamsters strike leaves the area quiet as leaders seek an early settlement. The company is described as testing the contractors' club with a feeler while Da Ruiter faces pressure to accept union scale.
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West-st
da Ruiter
Public Works Board Orders More Street Lights And Paving Bids
The Board of Public Works met to approve 31 additional electric lights to meet demand. Bids on N Alabama pavement were deferred pending a decision on streetcar service. Meridian street paving between Fourteenth and Fall Creek was let to Western Paving Co at 5.83 per foot. Levee construction on the river's east side will be investigated for base and width concerns. Woodridge avenue residents to receive vapor lights. Fletcher avenue sweeping criticized. Keller Bros to lay cement walks on Tacoma between Washington and Michigan at 0.74 per foot. Capital Paving Co to pave Maryland street between Kentucky and Pennsylvania at 3.57 per foot. Ed Harrington convicted of grand larceny. one year at southern penitentiary and $25 fine for stealing a watch from Riley. He claimed safe keeping during Riley's drunkenness. chain later stolen elsewhere.
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Board of Public Works
Meridian-st
Fourteenth-st
Fall Creek
Western Paving Company
Woodride-ave
Fletcher-ave
Keller Bros
Tacoma-ave
Washington
Michigan-sts
Capital Paving Company
Maryland-st
Kentucky-ave
Pennsylvania St
Ed. Harrington
Southern Penitentiary
Riley
Doctor Testifies as Brightwood Murder Case Still Unfolding
Dr. Johnson testified before the coroner about William Klein’s death in Brightwood. He described finding Klein unconscious, identifying a hatchet as his own, and noted Klein’s last questions about head injuries. Police expect sensational disclosures soon as Mrs. Klein’s conduct is not accused of mental illness.
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Brightwood
Dr. Johnson
Johnson
William Klein
Kein
Klein
Niein
Beatrice Stobaugh
P. A. Farrin
Tired and Disheartened NY Brokers Flunk Refunding City Bonds
Woollen reports New York brokers Collin & Staunton refused the city bonds citing illegality while opposition cites market rates. City officials and local bankers meet to await a definitive decision, aiming to cover the $600 000 bonds due Saturday and preserve good faith with the old bond holders.
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New York
Witl Wait
Woollen
Tom Stun
Collin & Staunton
Bonda
Sullivan
Jones
Conduitt
Board of Public Works
Coffin & Stanton
Did Tryon Die by His Own Action in Victoria Disaster
Surviving Victoria crew letters hint Vice-admiral Tryon realized his mistake too late and may have chosen not to live. Newspapers urge withholding judgment until court martial concludes. Criticism targets Admiral Markham for not disobeying the doomed order. A relief fund for Victoria victims reaches $150,000.
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Markham
The
Victoria
Thornton Reinstated to Police Force by Board
The Board of public safety reinstated Ben Thornton to the detective force after a Monday meeting. Prosecutor Holtzman Attorney Cox and many business leaders urged his return citing citizen wishes and past indiscretions during the Eyster trial were acknowledged. Patrolmen urged vacation time as recognition for extra work. Supt Colbert reported 864 arrests in June, 183 patrol wagon calls, 530 miles traveled, 5724 dollars in stolen property recovered, 24 fire alarms, seven thousand four hundred dollars in fire loss, and Police Matron Buchanan was granted a one month leave due to illness.
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Board of Public Safety
Ben Thornton
Holtzman
Chas
Cox
Thornton
Eyster
Colbert
Buchanan
Fourth of July Weather and Local Forecast Notes
A brisk patriotic note on July fourth mentions dry conditions per a horoscope and hints at warm weather in Indiana. It references Morton and a forecast for the Indiana Fair with expectations of slightly warmer temperatures Tuesday.
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Morton
Indiana
State official fees and settlements reported
State secretary Myers paid 29073 dollars in corporation fees into the state treasury Monday. State Auditor Henderson completed semi annual settlement with the treasurer with 68826.29 dollars paid into the treasury. A motion for a new trial in Parker and McAfee will not be ruled on by Judge Cox until late in the week. County grand jurors drawn include O B Boardman William B Shearer Aaron Leatherman Joseph and Richard Complin. Dyeing and Cleaning referenced in the Jones Penney area as convened.
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State Treasury
Henderson
Treasury
Parker and McAfee
Cox
O. B. Boardman
William B. Shearer
Aaron Leatherman
Joseph ©. French
Thomas Bristow
Richard Complin
Motive disputes swirl as Frenzel rows for school board presidency
Monday night chaos surrounds the school board election as Frenzel campaigns for the presidency with pressure and threats. Martindale backs Frenzel citing conscience and competence, while Galvin and Downing face damaging club decisions and calls to back Kern. County issues spark further flap over reports and re election dynamics in Ward 8 and beyond.
Starr Gang Members Captured After Bank Robberies
In Denver on July 5 Henry Starr and Jim Wilson of the Starr gang were captured at Colorado Springs after resisting arrest with a revolver at Starr's head. Starr's wife was also seized and authorities found $2,000 in gold on her. A $5,000 reward is offered. The Gettysburg celebration followed with a monument dedication and a large veterans procession.
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Denver
Henry Starr
Jim Wilson
Indian Territory
Arkansas
Colorado Springs
Wilson
Woman in Black Haunts Canal Bridge With Criminous Hunch
Residents report a mysterious woman dressed in black with a heavy veil seen at Market Street canal bridge around 10 to 10:30. She watched the water half an hour, then vanished, fueling belief she knows something about a murdered infant found nearby.
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Canal Bridge
Geisendorf-st
Alma Meredith
Fred. Sciasel
Geisendorfst
Local milestones mark retirements and trials in a busy week
John Lawrie, longtime New York store figure, retires to manage the Pettis estate. Mr Swan from New York succeeds him. Malinda Julian obtains a divorce from Hiram and custody of two children. A fire on 1008 W Washington st is fought with $200 loss. Several burglary and theft cases proceed to grand jury after waivers. Multiple birth, death, and marriage notices fill the week’s column.
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New York
Pettis Estate
Mr. Swan
Malinda Julian
Hiram
Brown
Washington St
John Murphy
James Hall
Richard Brown
Capital House
Richard McFann
Carrie Medsker
Uarrietet
J. W. Moore
Dick Williams
John Slaughter
N. Tennessee St
Clarence Morris
John Steely
Moore Hardware
Brerus
Simon
Rudy
Louis
Lizzie Steins
Charles
Kate Fischer
Julius
Caroline Jessen
Elnora Meyer
Hermann
Sophia Timmerman
Geo
Fanny Shires
Albert
Minnie Leap
A. W
Lizzie Swhear
George
Nettie Haviland
Grant
Gertrude Mason
Edward Zigler
Blanche Cravens
Alice Lawrence
Harry Young
Henry Lovett
Mary A. Agel
Elizabeth Cox
Robert Freund
Frank McCutcheon
Rose Perkins
Elmer Ditmer
James Edmonds
Katie Venable
William H. Lewellen
Kattle May Cronn
Williard F. Halam
May Helen Vandake
James Childers
Julia E. Johnson
Williard C. Noble
Maggie Willoughby
George la Forge
Anna B. Rooker
Charles E. Bucy
Anna R. Chastain
Charles W. Williams
Alletta
E. Long
Howard Kitchen
Mary H. Lent
Frank J. Terry
Katie McMillian
Frank Evans
Lela Belle Snapp
Dennis Kelly
Lorretta
Salgatory Effects of Simmons Liver Regulator on Nervous System
A fragment cites a medical advertisement for Simmons Liver Regulator claiming dramatic nervous system benefits, describing relief from dyspepsia constipation and related ailments. The ad markets the product as a cure while noting its claimed efficacy.
Indianapolis racing meets big crowds and lively bets
A spirited report from the Indianapolis track describes a large crowd, favorable weather, and hot racing action for Tuesday. Plans include Frank Walker as starter, judges Morri son Risk and Neal, with trots and a bicycle race pitting Birdie Munger against Pat Murphy. Purse totals run 3500 for each event.
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Indiana
Indisarapolis Driving Club
Frank Walker
Geo. Morrison
Connersville
Wm. Risk
Knightstowe
Dr. Neal
Charleston
Ethopia Hoster
McKinley
Dolly Brown
Country Girl
Dolly
Birdie Munger
Pat
Convention sets date for Republican gathering and leadership
At Mansur hall the city committee elected Harry B. Smith chairman A J Joyce secretary and W H Schmidt treasurer. A July 22 convention date was set after a bitter rule wrangle with the anti Denny faction proposing Aug 12. Denny supporters hail Smith as their choice though Smith claims neutrality.
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Smith
Denny
Mansur Hall
Harry B. Smith
A. J. Joyce
W. H. Schmidt
P. C. Trusler
Trusier
Harry Smith
Tarpeys Murderer Faces Jail Wardrobe Scene
Jon Henderson, the confessed killer of John Tarpey, has seen detectives Thoroton and McGuffal present, a recent interview nearly incapacitated him, and he now walks in his county jail cell as wounds heal rapidly.
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Jon Henderson
John Tarpey
Thoroton and
McGuff
Pretty game as Indianapolis defeats Cincinnati Arctics 6 to 5
The Indianapolis club beat the Cincinnati Arctics 6 to 5 at Lanham's park on Sunday in the prettiest game of the season with heavy batting and brilliant fielding. Mrs. Grant and Mrs. Davis Part Cranstons New York July 3 Mrs. Jeffer son Davis and Winnie travel to Warraganselt pier for the season. Mrs. Grant bids farewell.
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Cincinnati Arctics
Lanham’s Park
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Davis
Cranstons
N. Y
Jefferson Davis
Winnie
Warraganselt Pier
Jumbled News Snippets Span Global Headlines
Reading, Pa. death row inmate Bucchi deemed insane after brain exam. Gladstone sprained ankle yet walked upright. Czar decrees punishment for Jews renaming themselves. Travis makes first terminal station run at world fair. Milleroye claims victimization by forger over Cockade documents. Fay Templeton linked marriage to Howell Osborne amid sensational whispers. Agricultural and American exhibitors convene.
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Bucchi
Reading
Oe Czar Hag
Travis
Milleroye
Chamber of Deputies
Howell Osborne
Fay Templeton
Gotham
Delicacy of Flavor Not Found in Other Brand Cigarettes
A fragment notes a cigarette described as having a delicacy of flavor foreign to any other brand and asserts it is not made by the usual producer. The incomplete text limits fuller context or attribution.
Speaker Crisp on Deck and Silver Legislation Moves
The report details Speaker Crisp's arrival from Atlanta and his conversations with Secretary Carlisle about repealing the Sherman law. It notes Rep Bynum’s stance, Carlisle’s decision not to resume silver purchases, and calls for a possible next month congress to suspend the silver purchase law with a December session in view.
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Crisp
Atlanta
Carlisle
Bynum
Washieron
Treasury Department
U. S
Wasniscron
Congress
Wm. L. Wilson
West Virginia
Cleveland
Wasumeron
Friends of Silver
Chicago
Bimetallic League
New York
London
Wheat Short, Corn Expected To Boon In 1903 Outlook
Reports from mill cities across Ohio Indiana Illinois Tennessee Missouri Texas Iowa Michigan Mississippi Minnesota Wisconsin and the Dakotas indicate wheat is badly damaged and short while corn yields are expected to be enormous. Oats barley and minor crops may average. Hay crops large but western fruit fails. Farmers hopeful due to weak India exports and poor European crops.
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Bronday
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
Tennessee
Missouri
Texas
Iowa
Michigan
Mississippi
Minnesota
Wisconsin
Dakotas
India
McCarthy siblings die in house fire above saloon
In Burrao New York on Sunday night a lamp exploded starting a fire at 21 East Market Street. Donnie 13 and Myrtie 19 died in the blaze. Father McCarthy saved two younger children but could not reach the two siblings asleep in another room. He is badly burned and may lose an arm.
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Burrao
N. Y
Donnie
Myrtie McCarthy
McCarthy
Payment Refused on Note Indorsed by C W De Pauw
I B Newcombe & Co of New York sue C W DePauw in federal court over a 13083.33 note indorsed before maturity to the plaintiffs and endorsed to Hanover National Bank. Payment was refused at Mechanics and Traders Bank New York. Judgment for 16000 sought. Also notes from voyage and cholera deaths reported.
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C. W. DePauw
Lcho
I. B. Newcombe & Co
New York
Cc. W. DePauw
Hanover National Bank
Mechanics’ and Traders’ Bank, of
Admirals Endorsement Sparks Debate Over Cigarette Quality
An advertising endorsement touts a cigarette as the only strictly high-class brand on the market, claiming it is not made by the trust. The statement positions the product as superior and distinct from other major brands.
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Admiral
Trust
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