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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1903
Page
12
Rand an American won the third heat of the ten meter hurdle and Garrels, also American, took the fourth heat in London. Deanswift won the Liverpool Cup handicap race at Liverpool for 2 year olds and older, with eleven horses running.
David E Shellard, a Brooklyn policeman charged with murdering Barbara Rieg in Irving Square park shelter house, denied provoking her and claimed she wooed him. Her mother said Barbara was murdered by an assassin. Shellard's self defense was questioned as he faces further examination.
In New Augusta a court session heard factions clash over the fate of the old school building. County Supt. John R. Carr presided as plans for a new $20,016 structure faced opposition from trustees and health officials. Supporters argue the fire trap risks justify rapid replacement, while opponents say $1,000 in repairs suffices. The issue follows a State Health Board inspection after a deadly school fire.
In New York on July 24 Samuel Alpert, a plumber's helper, was crushed to death by a lift in the Singer Building. The accident occurred during work at the tall Manhattan structure, authorities said.
In Berne on July 24 twenty five Italian workers drilling inside the Loetschberg tunnel were drowned when a hidden subterranean river broke through a wall, sending water and mud into the tunnel. The force of the wall collapse filled the tunnel and all men were lost. It is believed the Kander river was tapped above the tunnel.
Thomas E. Kane, contractor of Indianapolis, was discharged by Criminal Judge Pritchard after explaining in court that a forgery charge arose from drawing checks on a non existent account. Kane testified he used American National bank paper and later learned the need to change to Columbia National bank. a daughter paid the $15 to Stutezky, who had cashed the checks. The court accepted his claim of error, not fraud.
James Isgrigg a pioneer lumber merchant died Thursday evening at his home 2004 N Senate Avenue. The funeral Saturday at 2 PM from the residence. The Odd Fellows lodge, which he had belonged to for about 30 years, will officiate. He was survived by a widow and two others.
United States protest over Durango of Italy being named winner was upheld and the American who finished second is now declared the victor. Race covered 2 1 2 miles 2 hours 54 minutes 36 seconds. Tom Longboat quit at mile 20 claiming a leg injury amid cheering crowds at Shepherds Bush.
Col Hush H L Scott superintendent of the United States Military Academy at West Point has sent to the War Department the papers in eight cadets expelled for hazing The War Department will not act until the papers reach Secretary Wright Oliver acting secretary said no information will be released while the review proceeds.
In Pittsburg on July 24 the discovery of a box of bones, believed to be six or seven human skeletons, in a cellar at Allison Park ten miles from the city, has stirred residents to high pitch. The bones belong to Dr Eu Lowry Cookston, a former resident, who offers no explanation. Residents urge removal and county officers have been notified.
Evansville Ind July 24 William Salbig 55 died after his foot was punctured by a rusty nail causing lockjaw Medical examiners linked the infection to his injury and his death followed in the days after the incident.
Samuel J Hensley of 1116 Fletcher Avenue has been ill from an attack of malaria. It was initially feared typhoid fever but the physician now believes he is out of danger. Mr Hensley is able to be out.
William E. Corey, president of the steel trust, announced in New York that all steel and iron mills in the country will resume work at once. Financiers and business men expressed elation over the plan shaping a rapid return to production and economic stability.
Frances Hoop sues George Knarzer and bondsmen Fred Eberhart and Frank H Weber for 2900 damages claiming liquor sales to her husband Harry Hoop while drunk caused delirium and death from poison. Hoop, 47 and supporting eight minors, died May 14 after six days of drinking at the 1602 S Meridian saloon.
Judge Lawson M. Harvey refused to appoint a receiver for the American Society of Equity of North America. The case involved former head J. A. Everitt alleging mismanagement by new officers. the court limited its scope to business conduct, leaving both factions in revolt and no receivership.
Former county recorder Lew Shank and driver Al Carr escaped serious harm when a horse bolted near Oriental and Washington streets Friday evening. Shank braced against the dash as the dash broke under his weight, sliding between horse and buggy with a leg over the shaft while the animal reared and kicked. The horse halted after crashing onto the sidewalk.
John D. Hann, longtime Indiana resident now a Prohibition worker in California, is spending several weeks with friends and relatives in Indianapolis. He was a delegate to the Prohibition National Convention.
Two highwaymen overpowered mail clerk F A Peck aboard Ulster express No 27 between Grand Gorge and Stamford New York. They bound him and rifled the mail pouch taking cash and a watch, then escaped into Catskill mountains as posses hunt the robbers.
The body of a young boy who shot himself under a cropping willow on the statehouse grounds was buried by the Jewish Federation without identification. He could not be identified from appearance, which indicated he was Jewish.
A Notre Dame club was organized in Indianapolis on Thursday. Rev John Cavanaugh and Daniel Murphy of Chicago attended at the Century clubrooms in the Denison to explain the club aims. Rev Vincent Dwyer was named president with Maurice Nevil as vice president and Joseph W Tenny as secretary and treasurer. Former Notre Dame students in Indiana are eligible for membership.
Bloomington Indiana July 24 Deputy Prosecutor Louden says he will file affidavits against dealers who continue to sell dry beer despite a jury ruling it not an intoxicant. Advertising signs have disappeared from refreshment stands.
Muncie Ind July 24 Mark Williams, 6, shot and killed himself after firing two bullets at his wife. She escaped unharmed. They moved to Muncie from Centerville last September. Mrs Williams says her husband was mentally deranged.
Shelbyville Indiana July 24 O B Spertin principal of Shelbyville high school resigns to take a position as principal at Tacoma High School. The move shifts leadership at the local district as officials confirm the transfer and new duties.
A servant girl at Sol Meyer’s home on 2007 N Delaware St was attacked by a man stepping from shadows. She screamed, fought free, and escaped. She later received a threatening phone call from an unknown man. Extra details note she and another girl had met two young men that evening.
The Marion County Board of Review met briefly to deny Indiana National Life Insurance Company a large tax assessment reduction. New owners claim stock valued at $70,250 is nearly worthless, but the board cannot adjust the return or its action. The company failed to appeal properly to the State Tax Board and must continue on the regular tax return basis.
Mrs. Edna Irvin was burned about the face and hands Friday afternoon when gasoline she was using to clean two couches exploded at 618 N Delaware street. Injuries reported not serious.
Michael Scerezinski of Gary was attacked by a wolf in the main street of Gary today and badly hurt. His legs were torn and physicians fear blood poisoning. The incident occurred in Hammond Indiana on July 74.
Danville Indiana July 24 Hendricks county town ship trustees remain deadlocked in the election for county superintendent to succeed Guy M Wilson who resigned to lead Connersville city schools Four candidates are running and 241 ballots had been cast when the trustees adjourned last night keeping the outcome uncertain.
Cloverdale Ind July 24 The little daughter of S V Allen farmer who was killed when a team ran away injuring her and Allen will recover. Allen came here from Clinton county about a year ago.
Mathew Cummings of Boston won reelection as national president over James E. Dolan of Syracuse by 275 to 193 votes. The convention highlighted unity, with plans for five national directors, ongoing talks with England and Ireland, and a substantial sick and funeral benefits payout of $1,005,528.81 over two years. The Boston leader’s victory signals continuity amid factional tensions and a push for Gaelic scholarship and Irish history studies.
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