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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1907

Page

2

Building Falls Kill Five in London Ont Stores

Rescuers labor at the ruins of the Crystal Hall in London Ontario after a three story building collapsed while workers reinforced the walls. Five people were killed and four injured with several others hurt. missing include A Howell John Robinson Joseph Long and J Lane. Brewster's five and ten cent store and other nearby shops demolished.

London Ont Crystal Hall Dunasst Brewster's Hamilton, Long & Co W. J. Reid W. T. Hamilton Archie McCallum Frank Smith Brewster’s Clara Mullins William Tamblim

Maniac shot after terror spree ends in Gary area

Julius Polinski, a maniac clad only in underwear, was killed by a Hammond Indiana police officer after terrorizing the region for a week. Seven men were shot or wounded, including Gary captain Frank Chambers who has a stomach wound, and Chief Frank Martin who is fatally wounded.

Chicago Hammond Ind Julius Polinski Manton Frank Chambers Gary Frank Martin Joseph Martin Henry Andereson William McKay Edward Jenkins Edward Williams

Creed of Henry Watterson urges Democrats to honor the Constitution

Louisville July 17 Henry Watterson urges Democrats to return to the U S Constitution as the basis of policy. He defends federal and state powers, predicts Taft as GOP nominee, and says Roosevelt’s nomination would be a failure. He won’t reveal a dark horse but will share with Bryan on request. He calls for tariff and trust issues as top Democratic goals.

Taft Roosevelt Watterson W. J. Bryan Mr. Bryan

Bohannon Bound Over in Assault Case

Special to The Sun reports in Bloomington Indiana on July 17 that Prof. W O Bohannon was bound over to the circuit court in $1,000 bond after a preliminary assault trial with Miss Nettie Northcott. Northcott sues Bohannon for damages and awaits the next term of court.

the Sun Bloomington Ind W. O. Bohannnon Nettie Northcott Malott Bohannon Miss Northcott

Attempted removal of Mrs Magill’s body at Clinton cemetery

State authorities planned exhumation to analyze digestive organs after an attempt to steal the body of Mrs Pet Magill from Woodlawn cemetery in Clinton Illinois. Guards foiled the bid at 2 am as three men were seen near the grave. Local excitement followed news of Magill and Fay E Graham Magill’s arrest in San Diego for conspiracy in the death of Magill’s first wife.

Clinton Pet'' Magill Woodlawn Braveyard Friends of Magill James A. McCormick McCormick

Principals In Magill Case Released On Bail

The case centers on Fred H Magill and his bride Miss Fayne Graham with authorities planning to exhume Mrs Magills body. Drs Gerhman and Wessner will analyze organs while DeWitt County prepares to move Magill to Clinton under protection.

Clinton New County Magill Jones Dewitt County Muller San Diego Mitchell Stead Springfield Merwin Arthur Merwin

Henpeck Fatal Ends Life of Mrs Porter

Wellsville Missouri July 17 A hen peck on the back of the hand led to the death of Mrs L J Porter 70 wife of Judge L J Porter Blood poisoning caused the fatal outcome with medical authorities noting the rare complication and the unusual cause of death in a small town setting

Wellsville L. J. Porter

Benefit entertainment for Co. M. Beatty family

A lawn fete and vaudeville show will be held next Thursday evening on Kenwood Ave to aid the family of Co. M. Beatty who was injured trying to board a moving Massachusetts Ave train that carried his two daughters. Pro musician B. Gundelfinger presents The Closer You Watch, the Less You See. Admission ten cents. Ice cream and cake served. A leather postal pillow to be given away.

Wood Ave Co. M. Beatty Massachusetts Ave B. Gundelfinger

Sarah H. Clark Passes Away After Illness

Sarah H. Clark died Tuesday night at 112 West Thirteenth Street after a lingering illness. She led temperance work and headed the negro branch of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union. Daughter of William F. Clark, editor of an abolition paper, she was sister to William F. Clark Jr., editor of the Patriot Phalanx, and a member of the Central WCTU and First Presbyterian Church.

Sarah H. Clark Thirteenth St Miss Clark William F. Clark Patriot Phalanx First Presbyterian Church

Food and digestion affect brain power and clarity

The article argues that brains flourish or fail based on diet and digestion. It warns that improper or excessive eating leads to decay in the stomach, poisoning the blood, and dull, slow thinking. It likens effects to intoxication, stressing nervous strain harms intellect.

Internal strife in Fairbanks machine over Watson Miller bid

Discord in the Fairbanks political circle centers on secretary of state Kealing and Senator Hemenway with Three Big Jims backing Watson against Miller. Watson and Hemenway push for the nomination while Kealing remains pledged to Miller, risking a widening rift as Washington ties and party factions test loyalty and strategy.

Kealing Charles W. Miller James E. Watson Fairbanks Polticians Kenaling Mr. Miller Big Jims Jim Hemenway Jim Goodrich Jim Watson Fairbanks-Kealing Miller Hemenway Gendrich Watson Fairbanks

Social Notices From Indianapolis and Nearby Cities

Society news notes several engagements visits and travel plans across Indianapolis Bloomington Lafayette Los Angeles and Louisville. Mrs. W C Whitehead hosts the Sorosis club. Miss Etta Johnson and Mr W B Nicholes announce an August wedding. Miss Hattie Caroline Jeffries and Ma Omer Byron Pas announce a marriage.

Etta Johnson Hattie Caroline Jeffries William Jeffries Indianapolia Ma Omer Byron Pas

Wedding Ceremony in Toronto Details Tampered

Ton formerly of Indianapolis took last Wednesday in Toronto. The ceremony was performed by Francis Parry of St Jarvis Street. The bride wore a white gown and a white picture hat. The groom wore a brown gown with gloves. Mr and Mrs are at home at 114 Seatons onto Can.

Ton Indianapolis Toronto Francis Parry St. Jarvis St Mom Seatons Onto Can

Parade Brings Names Brigade Chiefs For Veteran Ceremony

Gen Perry selects commanders for four divisions to lead a statehouse parade honoring veterans. First brigade led by Gen Benjamin Richardson. second by Col Frank Shellhouse. third by Gen Samuel M Compton. A staff meeting set for Saturday night to finalize details. About 1000 to 1200 G A members to assemble north of the monument on statehouse grounds. Seats arranged with county commissioners and the park board.

Benjamin Richardson Frank Shellhouse Samuel M. Compton Perry Statehouse Saturda G. A State House Park Board

Soap Trust libel case yields damages in Liverpool

United Press reports Lever Brothers soap makers won 250000 dollars in a libel suit against London Daily Mail and London Evening News in Liverpool. The case followed attacks on their bid to form a soap trust, attacked by newspapers and opposed by Lord Northcliffe. The verdict marks a historic moment in England’s press and business history.

Liverpool Eng Lever Bros London Daily Ma London Evening News Soap Trust Lord Northcliffe Levers England

Austrian drug claims hay fever preventive cure

Hay fever sufferers in New York hear of a new Austrian drug touted to fully cure asthma and prevent hay fever in any climate. The ad says starting treatment weeks before the attack offers relief, with complete immunity only if begun in advance. An experimental subcience sample is mailed free by thetrian Dispensary at 32 W. Twenty-Second St. NYC.

New York T Trian Dispensary Twenty New York City

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Danbery Co E. Wi Lon Don, Ont United Press Polinski Indiana Creed Henry Watterson Louisville, Ky The United States TON, Ill Magill Case Fayne Graham Miss Graham Denver Marguerite West Fred H. Magill Benefit Entertainment MOST Fairbanks State Joseph B. Keal Washington Joseph Cannon Hanly Tarrant Seltzer Druggists Inc the Tarrant Co Hudson Street C. Aneshaensel & CO Orig ST Derby India L. JS. Ayres & Co Egg-O-See Malta Arm & Hammer Baking Soda Walter Baker Maine Fancy Sant Illinois Jackson’s Perfection Coffee Standard Team Grocery CO Great Money Saving Stores E. Wash. St E. Court St N. New Jersey St N. Delaware N. Alabamia E. Washington S. Meridian W. Washington E. St. Clair Massachusetts Ave Olives-ave E. Was N. Se Edna Ethel Banker Columbus Rose Varin Mary Dunning Bickwell Helen Hetrick Lafayette Frank Maddux Demia Thrasher Grand Rapids Mrs. Alfred Brown Joyce Meyers Myriel Ford John Weddle Janie O'Mara Los Angeles Cal Mary Craven Anderson Emma Netterville Mr. J Truitt Crawfordsville Fred Rosener Fort Wayne Mrs. C. Schmidt Nettie Kittle Ruth Florence Young Iowa Fannie Edna Shaw T. W. Metford James W. Noel Europe W. C. Whitehead EL St. Clair St Sorosis Club Wiliam Best Amacilla Club Best Broadview Samuel ©. Dungan John Kilworth Lawrence, Kas Frederick Eilhard Henry Carnes Lynne Atlanta T. J. Moll Names Brigade Gen. Perry Oran Perry Echo OF “Soap Trust
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