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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 06, 1903

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Pope Leo's Condition Graver as Vatican Bulletin Laments

Rome July 6 reports the papal condition remains grave with gradual weakness despite brief improvements. Cardinal Rampolla and Dr Lappont offer cautious hope while a solemn last rites ceremony is observed at the pope's bedside.

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Fourth of July drowning accident in Richmond

A chaotic crowd at Richmond Indiana’s Fourth of July celebration caused panic as dozens fell into the water. Several were injured and one may have died, with Luther Horn among the injured and others named among the victims and bystanders. Further exercises were halted as rescuers treated the crowd.

Richmond Ind Vie Marth

First bishop named by Leo XI Francis Silas Chatard Indianapolis

Fragmentary OCR notes mention Francis Silas Chatard as the first bishop named by Pope Leo, with garbled surrounding text about diocese, rooms for rent, a traveling man, rooms for rent, housekeeper wanted, mortgage loan, and magazines for sale. No clear coherent event.

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Leo's Poem on Death

A brief poem by Leo reflecting on death and afterlife. The speaker notes the sun sinking at day’s end and life ebbing slowly, yet envisions the soul rising to the heavens. A plea for grace and a wish to behold God’s face in heaven.

Revered Pope Leo XIII and Bishop Chatard Featured

The article recalls Bishop Chatard's close ties to Pope Leo XIII, noting their both spiritual leadership and personal warmth. It highlights Chatard’s early studies, Rome consecration in 1873, and Leo XIII's rise from relative obscurity to a world pope, praising his intellectual breadth and moral guidance amid Europe’s turbulence.

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Kaiser Wilhelm Prays For Pope's Life At Sea

Berlin dispatches report Kaiser Wilhelm aboard the Hohenzollern praying after a divine service. He referenced Rome sending bad news about the pope, saying the pope is very ill and in danger. The kaiser prayed for the pope's life and asked God to spare him for many years.

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Tribute From Father Gavise To Pope Leo

Father Gavise pays tribute to Pope Leo marking the memory of the pontiff. The article recalls the great pope's leadership and influence, noting lessons drawn for the church and faithful.

Gavise Pontiff

Two Cold Bottles and a Drunken Court Day

A judge chastises a bricklayer Charles Giery for drunken conduct and hospital stories. The court suspends judgment on all, fining each defendant five dollars plus costs. A handful of drunks and minor cases follow in Monday morning session.

Judge Whatson Cnaries Giery Tint Springs Tslem Gilsey

Transport Sumner Beached on Luzon Reef in Manila

A damaged transport Sumner went ashore on a reef south of Manila, carrying the recently arrived Fourth Infantry. It was beached with seven feet of water in the forward hold, and troops were landed for safety. The vessel is to be docked at Hong Kong as plates were smashed.

Manila Sumher Hong Kong

Harpooned man dies after rope accident in Indiana

George Loewallin of Ind was harpooned while foraging hay when a pulley rope broke causing the device to pierce his lung and body. He died from the injuries. Naytork is named in the report with Kokomo noted as a distant origin.

Kgkomg Ind Sph George Loewallin Leweilin

Costly church dedicated in Columbus Indiana

The German Inthoran congregation dedicates its new church at Columbus with ceremonies. Founded in 1868 with five members, only Henry Fehring remains from the original group. The structure cost about 97000 dollars and will be one of the city’s largest churches, led by Reverend Frederick Wambagans.

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Grand Jury Session Hears Police Testimony

At the grand jury meeting Monday morning no actions occurred beyond hearing testimony from two or three policemen in minor cases. Jurors James Baldwin L F Lodge and W K Hendricks were excused. Chas Johnson George Thornmeyar and Ik A Smith were appointed to fill vacancies.

Evansville Mob After Shooting Patrolman Massay

A violent mob formed after Patrolman Massey was killed by Lee Rew during an arrest in Evansville Indiana. The crowd forced entry attempts at the jail, attacked property, and armed black residents for protection amid widespread unrest. casualties and details remained unverified as authorities struggled to restore order.

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Turmoil and Bloodshed Rumors Sweep Evansville

Reports from Evansville on July 6 describe escalating violence between white and black mobs after the shooting of Brown. National guard troops and state militia are expected as authorities fear widespread unrest with a suspect at Vincennes and preparations to defend Brown amid ongoing clashes.

Vincennes Fears Angry Mob in Jail Attack

Local residents in Vincennes Indiana report fear as a jail attacked by an angry mob. Sheriff declares vigilance and tight security following the incident on June 6. No injuries reported, investigations underway.

Watches for All Great and Small Watchers Plan

A Sun feature describes a campaign to recruit subscribers and spread watchfulness among all ages. The plan emphasizes broad participation and includes advice from the Sun’s circulation manager. It urges men women and children to join the effort and assures no one is barred from the plan.

THE SUN Watcher

Master Mechanic Shot Down in Louisville Shootout

Pulaski Leeds master mechanic of the L N railway was seriously shot Monday afternoon in Louisville by Private detective Woerner who then shot himself. The incident occurred at the railway yard and police were investigating the motive and circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Louisville Pulaski Leeds Woerner

Divorce Suit Reveals Cruelty Claims in Washburne Case

Witnesses testified that James Washburne brought home women from vaudeville shows without regard for his wife. Judge Carter awarded custody of the child Robert Theodorle Washburne to Janette Washburne but barred remarriage for two years. The court session prioritized divorce actions as multiple cases were heard with varied outcomes.

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Negroes See Tan Nav Ta In Indianapolis City

Reported mob tensions rise as Negroes travel to the city by wagon after a murder claim. Mayor Cavert orders saloons closed. A D Blake says troops ready though no firing has occurred. Gov. Durkin remains in Anderson, not due back until Monday evening.

Munday Indiete Mowas Hia City Cavert A.D. Blake Adjutant-Meriraie Vincennes Evanaville

Militia Deployment Debate in Evansville Crisis

Amid unrest a governor refuses militia for Evansville, urging restraint. Reports indicate sheriff may request troops if order cannot be restored. responders and local officials prepare for rapid action while consultations continue with Vandertein authorities.

Logsdon Inquiry Proceedings Report Delayed

A troubled inquiry into the Award of public works faced delays as the committee prepared to present its findings to the council. Witnesses Gates of Marion County Construction Company and Williams of the Indianapolis News testified while Chairman Wynne and others faced communication and scheduling issues.

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Terre Haute Man Arrested After Glass Breakage at Station

John Lee of Terre Haute was arrested Sunday night for breaking the glass in a penny weighing machine at Union Station. He claimed he did not touch the glass and blamed the machine error. Officers reported he grew angry when the device failed to weigh him correctly and allegedly struck the machine. He was fined for the incident.

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Weather Forecast for Indianapolis and Vicinity

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity covers 86 hours ending Tuesday. Readings show 7 am temperature 72, noon 83, 2 pm 85. Generally fair and warmer, with variable winds and improving conditions through the period.

Indianapolis

Tricky Soldiers Caught in AQ Controversy in Kentucky

In Lennington Kentucky deputies relieved two soldiers from duty after an inquiry into conduct at Jackson. Private Laughlin and Sergeant Downing, recently arrived from Jackson, were reportedly replaced from guard duty amid investigation into interactions with officers Jett and White and the Harmis Callanan contingents.

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