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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1908

Page

2

Drink request ends in white mob killings in Columbia

Reported in Columbia on July 8 the aftermath of an attempted murder left Willie Hall postmaster at Chinquepin dead and two Negro men killed by a white mob. In Richfield Virginia another incident involved a farmer state representative Shelton, who allegedly attempted to assault Patty Malden as bystanders fled.

Eolumbia Willie Hall Chinquepin Dennie Mead Bim Jesse Butler Dames Shelton Armer Patty Malten Little Rock Ark Joe Barto Penny Night Bar-to J. D. Conant a _gambier Joe Kilpatrick Bai Citere 2 -Pelond Jr

Reaper Mangles A Little Girl at Elwood Farm

Elwood Indiana reports a tragic accident as Elwood children play near the mower header when a reaper maims Judy Jedyl Elma Awarty six, daughter of William Swarts. The machine struck and severed a leg, remaining unnoticed by the driver until the grave injury was discovered.

Unknown donor gives unexpected gift to Eleanor Hospital

A unidentified man donated a gift to the Eleanor Hospital for Sick Children as a closed carriage departed the curb. Raz Ang, the hospital superintendent, noted the donor wore dark glasses and traveled in a chiselled carriage. The delivery sparked the question of whether the hospital received the donation.

Eleanor Hospital Hee Het

Moriarity Proposes Vigorous Action at Pesthouse

A garbled report notes tension over hospital conditions with references to funding and political opposition. It mentions a councilmember leading minority members urging action and criticizes previous spending on similar health initiatives. The fragmentary text hints at a proposed $6,000 appropriation and Democratic friction.

Spider bite doctor attacked during sleep in Atlanta

Report notes Dr. Alex Dawe Fenehang, a physician, was bitten by a spider while asleep, with ensuing concerns over poisoning and implied medical danger. Coverage mentions Ashland and Panamanian dates amid industrial strike context.

Atlanta Gay Duis Alex Dawe Fenehang Aly

State in Brief Terre Haute sink project by business leaders

Marion riot expulsion drives foreigners from a Pennsylvania company employment role. Loganport accident leaves no injuries after street fire blocks. Jeffersonville deputy warden Barnard tied to reformatory superintendent post. Terre Haute trotting group seeks Currie Nation manager's plan for upcoming fair

Terre Hauta Marion Pennsylvania Marion—Alx Thompson Logansport Saul Jeffersonville M. M. Barnard Michigan City Reformatory W. OH. Whitaker W. E. Greene Currie Nation

Grabbing Gems Worth 45000 Recovered After July Robbery

New York July 1. Mia Grace Taylor wife of famed bookmaker Edward Taylor was robbed of jewels valued at 145000 by three young men after leaving a salon. They fled but a passing policeman captured all three and recovered the jewelry. Mrs Taylor had confronted her husband Friday and left home earlier.

New York Grace Taylor Edward Taylor Jefferson Market Court Teoact Taylor Adams Sing-Sing

Widower Elwnod Bride Ties Knot In Brief Society Shock

Dr. Daniel Bigler a wealthy pioneer from Elwnod marries Marie Bress at midnight. The wedding followed a long widowhood and caused chatter in local society. The Sigler family returned home and planned a westward tour, ending a brief courtship.

Elwnod Ind Daniel Bigler Wis Marie Bresslet Sigter Sine Sigler West

Son-in-law held as investigation continues in Jinesboro

A report from Jinesboro notes a son-in-law is being held in the county jail following a deadly incident. Mrs. Gimlay and others are under investigation for involvement in the death, with authorities awaiting further inquiry.

Jinesboro Ardine Quidy Mani Tavadey Medin Torale Cotes Gimlay Powson

Boys in Trouble Appeal to Governor

A distressed report describes youths appealing to the governor for clemency in the release of Roscoe Jackson, son of God, held on charges connected to throwing stones at a train conductor. The piece also mentions a convict mining enterprise and unrelated regional notices.

Guy Durbin Ion Roscoe Jackson Cle Gery Yeurs Oath Pratthy Ali Tennessee Coal and Iron Company Jackson

Robbed of Minds and Thrown in Jail

A troubled case tells of George Williams and companions facing forced confinement after a mining job dispute. Authorities investigated the claim, tracing alleged mistreatment to removal from freedom and six months’ unknown detention, with family seeking answers from state observers.

Wheeler Praises Brave Spaniards In Cuba War Remarks

General Wheeler lauded Spanish soldiers as brave fighters near Sentina. He contrasted American troops and Spanish forces, noting how 21 000 troops would have changed events if available. He praised the Spanish commanders and urged reciprocity of bravery, while mentioning a monument proposal for the fallen.

Anne Sentinga Classpaniea Teht An Wheeler Shaftery Mery Cuba Vaile Det Fox Huaniat Wis Kittle Fuente Oryught

Creditors in Chattanooga Tales of Firm’s Collapse

Unclear OCR text describes a large quarry firm facing financial trouble with creditors in Birmingham Anniston and Gadston Abi. It mentions the sheriff and actions against the company and creditors seeking redress amid alleged misfortunes and halted operations.

Chattanooga Tran Daly Phinty Henoin Eerditers Adal

Unclear text fragment from local notice page

A damaged OCR snippet provides partial phrases about victims and locations but lacks clear names, dates, or events. The readable parts reference a group of people, a facility or location, and ongoing confusion or incomplete reporting without verifiable details.

Warrant Issued For George W Beavers In Federal Case

A federal warrant was issued for George W Beavers former treasurer in a salaries department after a grand jury indicted him for involvement in schemes with investments and payments through a national trust company. The document outlines alleged deceit and misallocation of funds to Beavers.

States Federal Coud Adadee Thomas Jaguyd G. W. Beavers Reetefice U Federal Grand Jory Hecebeoks Beng Driggs National Trust Company Bron

Money pours into New York market amid security concerns

The report notes vast investments in New York despite uncertainties in the securities sector. It highlights a surge toward financial instruments, with figures approaching 150 million and an annual increase of about 28 percent, pointing to growing market activity and investor interest. Local analysts weigh potential risks and economic impact.

New York Jiny Ina Oo Securities Ureay Northern Norther Pachie Burling

Nas Impaired His Health Sparks Cruise Pause

New York July 18 William Inglah Walling grandson of the late William English of Indianapolis has sailed for a yachting cruise after resigning from East Side settlement work. He arrived from Chicago a year ago to join charity efforts with J. G. Phelps Stokes and other young millionaires. It is not clear if Walling will return once his health improves.

New York William Inglah Walling Bite Willian English Indianapolia Oniversity Chicago J. G. Phelps Stokes Walling

Roxbury Murder Trial Ties to Watch Pawn Confession

In New York Roxbury was murdered during a June night on an unfrequented Bronx street. Charles W. Ristury, a tea expert, is among suspects and has confessed partially after Jack Son allegedly pawned Kem watch owned by the victim. The case has stirred local fear as authorities pursue further leads. London reports artist Whistler, a noted American, has died in Chelsea.

New York Charles W. Ristury Charles Jackson Necro Jack Kasbury Roxbury Bronx Mita Kijlan Thomagh

Tragic suicide attempt on train ends in restraint

Cincinnati inmate Metzger of Oakland Maryland tried to kill himself on a Baltimore and Ohio train. He tore his sleeves to make a rope and hanged himself in a toilet room but was cut down by trainmen. He is hospitalized in a pidable condition. Metzger is described as mentally unbalanced.

Cincinnati Gentilety Metzger Oakland W. Traln Metzger

Meridian Streeters Seek Extension Against Street Change

A petition from Meridian Heights property owners between the canal and Meridian Heights asks the county commissioners to open a street as a boulevard, leaving Meridian Heights tower in the middle. Another protest was filed by objecting tenants. Cyrus Dantap J L Barnett and J F Folley were named on the board of viewers.

Sume de Dome Meridian-st Bestween Canal Meridian Heights Board of County Commissioners Meridian Heights Tower Tenors Cyrus Dantap J. L. Barnett J. F. Folley

Burglar Killed Pal New York

A garbled report describes a burglary in New York in which a man named Benamin Hage nefty was arrested after a struggle with Michael Qoul Snniie. A firearm was fired, wounding one person who later died. the assailant was captured hours later.

New York Benamin Hagenefty 2 Ole He Michael

Neighborly Advice Endorses Doan's Kidney Pills

An Indianapolis resident Mr W A Roberts of 113 Fletcher avenue, Globe Life and Accident Insurance official, touts Doan's Kidney Pills. He reports kidney pains and backache lasting over a year, with kidney secretions improving after less than a box, claiming other remedies failed. Sold by Foster-Miller Co Buffalo and Henry J Huder's drug store. Remember Doan's and take no other.

Indianatalie W. A. Roberts Fletcher Avenue Globe Ifa and Accident Insurance Company Kiduera Dean Tweed Foster-Mitlurs Co Buffalo Doan

Arrested on the Eve of His Wedding Day

Indiana report with multiple local items. Thomas Joator faces forgery charges tied to alleged wedding plans while a fire incident injures a girl and burns affect family. Stewart M. Pouder retires from a photograph gallery, selling interests to A. J. Thompson and Walter Gramer, forming Cra Thomsen partnership.

Stewart M. Pouder Massachusetta Ave Thompson Lafayette Walter (Ramer Hushes Tim Cra‘Thomsen

Fire at Auburn destroys multiple industrial plants

Fire swept Auburn destroying the Auburn Soap and Chemical plant, Webb's pinning mill, Pobsin4 slate factory, Head's carpenter shop, Yettug's chair factory, and several smaller enterprises. The total losses are estimated at about 150 dollars.

Auburn Auburn Soap and Chemical Company Webb Head's Carpenter Yettug Smiiler Enterprises

Elwood Board of Trade Aims to Attract Factories

A board of trade is being organized in Elwood Indiana to land additional factories. Citizens are holding meetings and showing the old boom spirit that previously boosted Elwood’s growth.

Baem Elwood Elwood Ind Board of Trade

Negroes Must Leave, Tinton Folks Demand Here

A confused letter from Bloomington notes Negroes must depart the town by a specified date under threat of Valentine action. Local colored residents claim warnings will not deter them and call for enforcement of the demand amid a wider sale of household items and local businesses advertising remedies and goods, including a soothing syrup for teething infants and various patent cures.

Bloomington Ind Charles Shetun Dyiv

North Michigan Resorts Reachable by Pennsylvanian Lines

The Northland Limited runs daily from Indiana to North Michigan destinations via the Mermond and G. KR. & 1 RY routes. For reservations contact ticket agents of W. W. Richardson in Indianapolis.

North Michigan Northland Limited Aleeping Indiana Mermond G. KR W. W. Richaton D, PA Indinapolis

Seashore Excursion Options From City Ports

Seashore excursion on Thursday July 30 offers round trip tickets at 15 dollars via Via c., H D B C5. W B&O routes to Atlantic City Sea Isle City Cape May Ocean City. Tickets valid 32 days with stopovers allowed in Washington and Philadelphia on return. Through sleeper and coaches on 25 p.m. train. Alignment unclear due to damaged text.

Viac B&o Atlantic City Sea Isle City Cape May Qrcan City Washington Philadelphia Algea D. Pe Pennsylvania Short Lines Angiesea Avalon Holly Teach Ocean City Wildwood Rehoboth W. Richardson Indianapolia

Bethany Assembly Ticket Notice in Indiana

Bethany Park Indiana voters will seek excursion tickets from all points. In Indiana, vote on July 4 and August 4. Citizens Day Saturday July 4. Special rail fares from Fort Wayne to Decatur and return 1.25 dollars. Train departs Indianapolis 7:00 am and returns from Decatur 6:20 pm.

Bethany Park Ind Pennsylvania Wnes Geil Indiana Chizen Ft. & Vo

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