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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1903
Page
3
A fragment lists individuals including Black Aurora August C. Martin Henryville Otto F. Gray and Tullis C Hale ton New Haven Ire J Butler and da hinting at a regional notice or event with multiple persons. The exact action or relation remains unclear from the fragment.
A distressed report describes Senator Fairbanks facing a heated clash over a new weed cutting rule. The board of health and local inspectors threaten charges if weeds are not cleared on Wright and Downey farms, with Senator Fairbanks tied to owning six fields.
Missouri soldiers clashed at a state encampment Thursday night when two regiments and two batteries fought in darkness. Captain Comnethr of the First regiment led a counterattack after a surprise assault. Privates Klefler and others were seriously injured. a dozen more sustained lesser wounds as the wounded were moved to the hospital for treatment.
The article tells of Bozzie, a clever dog owned by George M. Hord, solving a passenger count aboard an Indianapolis streetcar. Bozzie correctly answers four present, while authorities grant a special permit for the dog to ride on trains.
A Gulf and Interstate train is severely late by about three years reaching Beaumont after a hurricane wrecked the roadbed. The storm stranded the tram and delayed service as owners of the road have been retarding progress, with repairs ongoing amid uncertain timelines.
Inspectors of the health board announce a weed cutting campaign starting next Tuesday to clear vacant lots. Property owners have been warned and some responded, but overall orders are met with contempt as efforts to curb weeds proceed through town.
In Anderson on July 2 Charles Cox and Martha Wilson were married after ten years together and a large family. They came from Ohio and joined a religious society, fell in love, and a common law marriage was declared. When Cox fell dangerously ill they chose to have the marriage legalized as soon as possible.
In Martinsville Indiana doctors faced a license dispute with Dr. Efte M. Watson, while lawyers refused action and the case stalled. An auto collision near Delaware and New York streets injured Mr. and Mrs. Hassler but left them largely uninjured. The Miler wagon company incident caused material disruption. no serious injuries beyond a shock to Mr. Hassler. In Phoenix, Shelby M Cullom faced irregularities charges deemed non felonious. cash involved was $600 and he posted bail, resigning as clerk.
Detective Stoddard testified about juvenile misconduct near Ube ptarch works on Morris street. Three boys Seng Hethrieh Ws Jean and Harry Rowmat aged 9 to ? were in juvenile court for stealing corn. A prior incident involved prying open a freight car at the hilltop, a loaded streetcar collision, and damaged wheels, leading to reprimand and warning due to insufficient evidence.
An 80 cent meal price dispute escalates as Marvin refuses to pay $16 total after fines. He appeals to criminal court following a confrontation with Sophia Barber in Washington. East Buffalo stock market reports cattle, sheep, and hog receipts with varied prices and multiple carloads listed for the day.
President Roosevelt indicates federal employment eligibility ties to union membership. News briefs report hot wind damage doubts, rising ore output, potential Canada ore exploitation, and shifts in crop prices. Market data show irregular Chicago grain and New York stocks with notable declines in some segments, while cattle and hogs move unevenly across key markets.
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