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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1904
Page
2
The St. Louis scene shows giant Hearst placards and a 40 foot long sign at the Jefferson hotel. Delegates from Indian Territory and Oklahoma push for statehood. Phineas Fox leads speakers amid tense preconvention rivalries and debates on unit rules for district delegations.
Rome reports Pope Pius XII suffered a sudden palpitation attack Tuesday caused by heat and Vatican worries. The pope recovered but remained very weak as a baby died en route to Cincinnati, while funeral plans were held for the nine month old child of Mr and Mrs Harry Mueller, carried in a mother's arms.
A Georgian recounts quitting coffee with two steps using Postum Food Coffee. First, cut coffee. then switch to liquid food with Postum to restore red blood and healthier cells. The testimonial claims headaches vanish in days and weight gains follow, urging others to try Postum.
A baby’s death was not known to the parents who held the infant in their arms until arrival at the undertaking establishment. The incident underscores a tragic misunderstanding as caregivers confirmed the death upon arrival.
Haughville barbers reach a pact to run their own shops and avoid a five cent neck shaving surcharge. A Michigan Street barber told The Sun they would not follow downtown union orders and warned they could arm themselves by taking cards if enforcement occurred.
Ed Siroski of Maughville attempted to light a skyrocket after a neighbor’s taunt. He burned his arm when the fuse backfired, peeling skin and requiring about two weeks of treatment under Dr. W. G. Williams.
William Morrin, who was stabbed two weeks ago by Lawrence Connover, died at a friend’s home after being thought cured. Morrin had earlier pressed assault and battery charges at Olive Station. Internal hemorrhage from the wound is given as the probable cause of death.
Prosecuting attorney H. Broce of Alger County was shot and likely fatally wounded by James Tyner, a former client Freeman prosecuted years ago. Tyner, an inmate of an insane asylum, attacked Freeman on a street near his children, shouting a threat.
In Hawehville Geran church on Sunday, seven year old Henry Hahm accidentally discharged a self loaded toy revolver during a sermon. The shot struck near his eye causing swelling and a possible loss of sight, though a physician said the eye likely escaped permanent damage. Services were disrupted while aid was administered.
Socialists sweltered in heat while nominating a full slate for state offices. Matthew Hollenberger of Ryanaville leads as governor candidate, with Hart of Indianapolis for lieutenant governor and Elliott Anderson of South Bend as secretary of state, among others. Executive board authorized to nominate for supreme and appellate courts.
Forty seven survivors of the Norge wrecked voyage near Saxonia in July departed Liverpool for Boston aboard the ship Turaday. The remaining survivor will be sent to America with arrangements for accommodation by the Scandinavian line officials.
John Cox of Howe Nebraska visits his parents Mr and Mrs John T Cox at 146 Madinowave. He has lived here all his life until eight years ago and is now a banker in Howe. He is described as a prosperous businessman.
Bernard Korbly, Indianapolis lawyer, writes of his near death in a wreck near St. Louis. He describes a horrible experience and thanks a friend for a congratulatory telegram. Korbly says he was fortunate to emerge unharmed and is attending the Democratic convention in St. Louis.
Otto Stechhan declares candidacy for renomination by Republicans for representative. He served in the last legislature and pledges to guard the state's and county and city interests, stressing the need for loyal legislators and fair selection without discrimination.
Chicago notes one death and eighty two injuries among the national tally of 25 dead and 1 977 injured from Independence Day celebrations. The Tribune records total property loss of $177,800 and compares this year with last year’s figures, noting lower fire losses overall.
Misa Dora Lass, 12, daughter of Noah Lass the Russtan Janitor, born in Russia, speaks and writes four languages. She read Russian German and English and French, surprisingly for her age. The young linguist drew attention in the Indianapolis public schools and was taken to County-supt. Cook after being found in the court house lobby by Hubert Joiner.
Indianapolis on the fourth drew large city crowds to the fair grounds and Riverside for aquatic events, with interurban trains bringing thousands from smaller Indiana towns. Firework displays, amid many minor injuries from explosives, filled the day with noise and activity. notables include councilman Fred Expert and others injured by cannon crackers. General Piet Cronje married in a Boer War camp ceremony at the world’s safe grounds.
In Birdseye, Indiana, on Monday afternoon, Stittman Cummings was killed and Robert Daxley fatally wounded after a drunken quarrel. Town marshal Thomas Nelson tried to arrest them. he was shot and vanished. The dead man is the son of former victim Thomas Cummings.
William 4 Watson, described as serjeant-at-arms to New York state communities, oversees Tammany hosts. He spent five years as one of five Democratic employees on the floor of the national House of Representatives.
Farmers in Fayette county fear a new fatal hog disease described as resembling lockjaw. It tightens the hogs jaw, prevents eating or medicating, causes great suffering and leads to quick death. The report notes widespread concern among local farmers in Richmond, Indiana.
Listings show rail and tour ads for Lake Erie and Western routes to Detroit, Michigan with round trip fares of 7.45 and annual departures from Indianapolis. Also promoted are a Yellowstone Park all inclusive party with Pullman service via the Chicago and North Western, including sightseeing stops and first class accommodations, with a folder available from N M Breeze in Cincinnati.
The Rosebud Reservation stands open in July for homestead opportunities. Full details on registration dates drawings soil climate and homestead law are in a Passenger Department pamphlet How Homes in the West issued by the Chicago North Western Railway. Call or visit a ticket agent for a copy for a 6 or 2 cent stamp or address N M Breeze 65 Vine Street Cincinnati Ohio.
Half million acres of government lands are opened for settlement in the Rosebud Indian Reservation in southeastern South Dakota. The Chicago and North Western Railway offers a direct line from Chicago to Bonesteel on the reservation boundary. A pamphlet titled New Homes in the West includes maps and full allotment information and is obtainable by sending five cents to the publisher.
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