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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1907

Page

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Pavilion Chosen As Meeting Place For German Sangerfest

The North American Sangerfest will be held in the state fair grounds coliseum under construction, with 6000 state chairs and 5000 opera chairs. A 6500-singer stage and 100-piece orchestra will fill the arena, as German and American societies prepare for the event in June next year.

Germany Europe America Charles Downing State Board of Agriculture David Wallace Indianapolis Fair Grounds Bookwalter Tmarket House Oscar Hadley German Society Frank Keller Pine and Washington-sts

Errand of Mercy: Doctor Dorsey Cleared in Speed Case

Dr. F O Dorsey faced arrest for speeding while rushing to aid an injured man at Atlas Engine works. Judge Whallon dismissed the case, urging local enactment of emergency physician speed ordinances. Dorsey has office in Newton Claypool building and was stopped on Bellefontaine street by patrol with stop watches.

F. O. Dorsey Whallon Dorsey Atlas Engine Works Newton Claypool Bellefontaine St

Dulciana Lives Here And Charley Becker Leaves Town

Shelbyville brief notes Charles Becker a bachelor who handles registered mail went to the capital city yesterday to visit Dulciana. He had not returned by press time but was expected back tonight. Local ads note four rooms furnished for sale, mint julips, Bliss Native Herbs, and a dentist ad. Park View Sanatorium offers cancer and uterine disease treatment by Dr Leach in Indianapolis area.

Charles Becker Charley Shelbyville

Local Jottings of Indiana Statehouse and City News

A compendium of brief notes from Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Highlights include James P. Goodrich visiting the statehouse corridors, Judge Will M. Sparks described as the youngest circuit judge in Indiana, and various civic and social happenings. Rumors and small events involve Gov. Hanly’s whereabouts, the Boone county picnic planning, business openings, and local society meetings.

Will M. Sparks Rush Shelby Counties Indiana

Watson wavering in Indiana governor race and speakership

The article reports Congressman James F. Watson of Indiana wavering between seeking the governor’s seat and pursuing the national House speakership. It notes his past strong bid for the Republican nomination and hints at a deal with the opposite side influencing his decision.

House of Representatives Indiana Congressman Watson House

Rockefeller Watches National Golf Meet in Cleveland

John D. Rockefeller visited the national golf tournament in Cleveland on July 9. He arrived in a large gasoline car and watched Eton M. Byers, the reigning champion, with curiosity and humor. He spoke with Dr. Biggar and Engineer Gettis about Forest hill and Pocantico hill. He noted funds are tight for projects but plans to work slowly, aiming to finish in about a century.

Eton M. Byers John D Biggar Gettis Toledo Park Department Forest Hill Dr. Biggar Europe Asia Pocantico Hill

Marion County Opposes Tax Levy Cut

City and County governments reject lowering property tax rates citing a sharp rise in assessments. Estimated increases to Marion County total 25 to 30 million dollars for 1907, with Indianapolis city income also rising but near debt limits. No plans to reduce levies despite bullish finances.

Bookwalter Fall Creek Capitol Ave Delaware St County Board of Review

President Wears White At Church In Oyster Bay

President Theodore Roosevelt attends Christ church in white attire marking a fashion trend. The scene includes Mrs. Roosevelt and sons Archie and Quentin, with 30 military school cadets saluting as he departs, sharing a cordial exchange about the boys.

Oyster Bay Theodore Roosevelt Christ Church Roosevelt United States Mark Twain Longworth Archie Quentin Roosevelt

Railroads Seek Tax Relief Amid Hearing on Assessments

State Board of Tax Commissioners heard railroad representatives press for lower assessments. John W. Kern urged cuts for the French Lick and West Baden line, arguing its minimal operation and a misreported earnings figure. Railroads including Big Four, Vincennes Traction, Grand Rapids & Indiana, and Cincinnati & Fort Wayne urged reductions, citing aging equipment and declining passenger revenue.

State Board of Tax Commissioners John W. Kern French Lick and West Baden Kern Joseph E. Bell Mr. Kern Frank Littleton Big Four Railroad Indianapolis Peoria Springfield Campbell Cincinnati & Fort Wayne

Forts 10 Be Rushed to Pacific Defense Bases

Special to The Sun reports swift use of recent congressional appropriations to fortify Pacific dependencies. Navy aims to move ordinance to Hawaii and the Philippines, replace funds, and prepare mining and docking supports. Docking capacity issues in San Francisco Mare Island Puget Sound and at Olongapo Subig Bay prompt plans to shift or upgrade basing, with criticism aimed at Congress and the Navy for delays.

Pacific Ocean Hawaii Philippines Hawaiian Islands Crook Honolulu Manilla Peers Harbor Olongapo Subig Bay Navy Department Pacific Atlantic Far East Dewey Mare Island San Frisco Puget Sound Ant Congress General Naval Board Washington Pacific Coast San Francisco San Diego Panama Canal American Orient Brooklyn Long Island Sakamoto United States Japan Aoki Coghlan Germany

Butchers Must Answer In Court After Saturday Visit

Eight east market butchers faced affidavits from City Meat Inspector Stout claiming meat on display was unfit for food. Detective Quigley slated them for police station trial Tuesday, with arrests stemming from Saturday night market inspection. Several cases involve impure beef brains sweetbreads calf hearts hogs hearts and sheep tongues. Restaurant owners Rhodes and Cavett previously pled guilty to serving oleomargarine for butter, fined $16 and costs.

Stout James J. Quigley Pat Bryan A. Stuckmeyer John Greenwold Earl Overman Paul Brandotine Jacob Scott G. A. Arnold Arnold Thomas Rhodes Albert Cavett

Still Has The Ring Police Seek Fake Eye Doctor

The police hunt a man who posed as Dr Thompson's son, a famed eye specialist. Using the trust from the doctor’s name he sold Mrs. Mary Harris a pair of spectacles for $6. She lacked cash but gave him a plain gold ring instead. He promised to return with the money and the ring four weeks ago but never appeared.

Thompson

Statehouse office moves create room for new departments

Jacob P. Dunn of the State Historical Society moves from room 12 to room 124 with W F Blatchley state geologist. Dunn’s old room 12 will be filled by Benjamin W Douglass state entomologist as part of a broader reallocation of offices at the statehouse to accommodate new departments.

Statehouse Jacob P. Dunn State Historical Society W. F. Blatchley Mr. Dunn Benjamin W. Douglass

Attorneys bound over in South Bend swindle case

Horace Hewett, the attorney accused of swindling a woman out of 250 dollars, was arrested in South Bend and bound over to the grand jury this morning in police court.

Horace Hewett South Bend Grand

United States Weather Forecast Summary

Forecast shows showers tonight with a drying, fair Wednesday. Light to moderate winds and minimal temperature change expected. Sunrise around 6 00 AM, sunset near 7 15 PM.

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