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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1904
Page
4
A report notes that six thousand six hundred nine children are counted within Indiana. The brief outlines statewide student demographics and attendance figures for the period summarized.
The state superintendent reports annual school cost totals and county figures. Marion County lists 50,878 scholars and receives 771,981.52 in school funds. total state school tax revenue is 89,001.01 with 192 HLFs interest since last apportionment. County per capita and revenue figures are provided, with Ohio County noting the smallest enumeration and $2.14 apportionment.
A boy named Charles Houk, five, was knocked down and run over near Delaware Street and the Union tracks Tuesday but escaped serious harm. Spectators feared death, yet he lay alive after cars passed, and Dr. Hemmens treated minor wounds before he was sent home at 504 S Alabama Street.
New York report says steamer Norge was overloaded and safety inspectors, led by Benrr Lundberg, certified the vessel last before its voyage. Survivors claim lifesaving equipment was antiquated and rotten, with hundreds of lives lost as the company allowed far more passengers than permitted.
Karl Corie Muller a retired LaPorte businessman waits for his bride Miss Emelia Glaberer of Chicago. The ceremony was set for Sunday morning with relatives and Justice Wise in attendance, but she did not arrive on the Lake Shore train from Chicago. Muller has since searched every arriving train, both hope and heartache lingering after a long acquaintance.
Patrick Keeffe Litchfield and J Ryan of Indianapolis identified among the dead from the Wabash wreck. Keeffe, a Kentland merchant and Democratic elector, was en route to St Louis. Others wounded at St Francis hospital, several still unidentified. coroner’s jury adjourned for more witnesses.
Congratulatory mail and telegrams have diminished since Senator Fairbanks was nominated. Clerk Jerry Matthews had been flooded with correspondence each morning, but signs show a fall in offers. The secretary and assistants expect to catch up on work as the senator plans a quiet period until his return around the twelfth and he will decline engagements until then.
At a board meeting Wednesday Martin and Jackson were awarded a one year contract to supply coal to the police station and fire department. Standard Oil Company won the bid to furnish all coal for the city, with Waverly Oil Company and Troma Oil Company as other bidders.
David M Party and W E Stevenson announce the Illinois Central will acquire the Indianapolis Southern. They promise追加 gangs to operate along the line to finish the project before snow flies. Illinois Central already has equipment to run cars once the roadbed is completed.
Mrs Beck testified in police court on Massachusetts avenue that her husband struck her. Judge Whallon sentenced him to ten days in the workhouse and fined $20. Mrs Beck spent the day aiding his release from jail.
A Ninth precinct caucus of the Hoodoo Hoodoo party met late Thursday night in the Michigan neighborhood church. Only 18 members present by 9 pm delayed the session called to unite behind a candidate to represent colored voters on the legislative ticket. Dedoeenh Ward W G Henderson and Oscar Tyree were discussed as possible backers with no agreement reached and a second meeting planned.
The Columbus Citizen becomes part of the Scripps McRae chain joining Toledo papers and forming Ohio’s four largest city representation. Mitton A. McRae is president and George W. Dunn is vice president and general manager of the new company. The group includes the Cleveland Press and The Columbus Citizen among others, with a total daily circulation near 40 million copies and around 3,000 employees.
William Fowler smiles as clerk Sourbier signs the license while an insurance man jokes about the Fourth of July. Fowler quips about the license being his fifth attempt, the moment captured amid casual remarks and the ceremony setup.
London July 1 A crowd of about one hundred thousand attended the closing event of the Salvation Army conference at Crystal Palace Processions led by bands represented many nations and banners The grand reception for Gen Booth drew a packed hall Delegates from the United States and Canada will tour Parliament before returning home the congress ends with plans for future army work.
Two African American men who attacked Mrs. Charles Biddle were captured by a sheriff's posse near Burlington. A mob pursued them, urging lynching, until two militia companies arrived from Trenton and Camden. The soldiers formed a line and escorted the prisoners to safety, ending the immediate threat as the crowd dispersed.
In Gyangtse region a July clash sees attacking British forces pressing Tibetan positions. The Fellish army captured several villages as Lieut. Gorton of the British force has retired.
William Calvert, an elect of the circuits, displays a woodland oil in Judge Ailen's room. Emmett Belzer, a court page, is described as a penell artist sketching witnesses and lawyers during sessions. James Twinams, bail, teases he can draw well but has no courthouse exhibition.
A mushroom farm appeared on the second floor of the new federal building as windows were left open and trash collected. Assistant superintendent Bodie calls the find edible and notes concrete flooring has recent months. Charges of misconduct are filed against fireman David A. Gresh. details to be presented at trial by the Board of Public Safety.
Senator Charles W. Palchanke arrived three hours late in Detroit in a private car from Toledo as part of preparations for the fiftieth anniversary celebrations of the Republican party in Jackson Michigan. Senator Fairbanks was en route to Jackson to attend events and will be guest of Senator R A A in Detroit while Secretary of State John Hay plans to be the orator of the day.
NOTHER CANAL BRIDGE Superintendent of streets has recommended to the Board of public works that a canal bridge be built at Thirtornehet. The matter was referred to the city engineer. John W. Mc Nevin, murdered in New York, Anderson Ind., is identified as the deceased. Insurance discussions surround Mrs. McNevin. In Fort Wayne, William Rhondell, 60, was found unconscious after a robbery at Clinton-St. Bridge, suffering multiple injuries.
Blanche Underwend of 5 W New York Street faced a police court fine after disobeying a court order. Judge Wharton announced the penalty on Wednesday morning following her failure to appear at a Tuesday appeal summons.
Orders issued Wednesday by the Hoard of public safety direct installation of steam heating equipment at engine house No 13 located on Marylotus street between Pennsylvania and Meritionnte, improving municipal firehouse facilities.
In Anderson Indiana a peculiar local tale centers on Gooseberry Ple described as the one thing needful. Davis a man from Arexan dria reputedly involved is jailed here amid the odd mixture of town events and rumors.
The Socialist Labor Party convention in New York nominated Charles H. Carrigan, a printer from New York, for parliament, with William Cox, a coal miner, named as a fellow candidate. The action followed several days of deliberation and reflects the party's contemporary platform.
At the Populist national convention in Springfield Illinois Thomas E Watson of Georgia was nominated for president and Tribbles of Nebraska for vice president by acclamation. Williams of Indiana faded in support and withdrew after failing to secure delegates, while former congressman E R Ridgety sought a postponement but was hissed down. The platform reaffirms 1852 1898 and 1900 labor and money reforms, calls for government issued money and postal savings banks, and endorses labor rights, ending child labor and sweatshops, and excluding foreign pauper labor.
Albert Ridlem, 631 Washington Sr., in police court on a Tuesday drunk charge. He admitted pawning his child’s rubber ball and half-filled beer bottle to buy more liquor. Judge Whallon offered probation, fining 1 and 3 days in the workhouse to help him sober.
George Alexander age 19 faced Judge Stubbs on a charge of throwing a ball that shattered Battle Beverly's window. He claimed a playmate ducked, the ball missed the catcher and struck the window. He offered to pay for damage but the case was postponed for more witnesses.
July 6 unidentified man shot to death on a Staten Island elevated train near Clifton. The killer leaped from the car and escaped. Authorities marooned the island to prevent ferry departures. The men quarreled over a woman who accompanied them, leading to a revolver discharge and the fatal shooting.
Boxhall, the new game at the VY, Of. C. A. gymnasium, draws crowds with a larger alley than any other in the city. The gym’s swimming pool and other attractions have seen less use since the alley opened, with names like Tit ue pine attached to the alley and ball hits causing pins to fall.
The article notes a tribe planning a substantial development on Indiana Avenue with two large buildings. It mentions an Indianapolis delegate resisting a rate increase to be reviewed in Detroit next month and signals a major social session in Cincinnati starting July 2.
An external remedy claim urges readers to try a foot based treatment for rheumatism. It is offered free on approval with payment only if relief occurs, requesting names and sending a dollar if relieved. The pitch emphasizes quick comfort and no payment if ineffective.
Wide endorsements flood the ad for Magic Foot Drafts claiming to cure rheumatism by absorbing poisons through the skin. Customers across states report relief after using the drafts, with letters praising their simplicity and affordability. A free trial pack on approval is offered to entice orders.
City Grain items show scattered bids on red and white wheat and mixed oats with several grades noted in small lots. Chicago live stock totals include cattle, hogs, and sheep receipts with moderate to strong demand. New York stocks open firm amid convention optimism and subdued bond movement.
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