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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1905
Page
3
The article describes the West traction line project from Indianapolis toward Terre Haute and Danville. It notes expected completion within a month and plans to open direct eastern links, with expansion pushing the road as rapidly as possible. It mentions the line’s impact on regional connections and mentions contractor timing.
Market notes describe late hour buying orders and a general mood of uncertainty. Prices edged higher in select sectors with traders noting increased supply of stocks and cautious gains in Missouri Trade and other key indices. No final consensus on direction as government action and external factors loom.
District Attorney Leach asked Justice Wright to order Haas a New York broker to appear before the grand jury and show cause why he should not answer questions. Judge Wilentz set the matter for Friday afternoon and ordered Haas to show why he should not comply.
In a federal court contest Gas Trust company fights a city claim to purchase its property within city limits. Directors seek a court order to prevent city acquisition and urge a swift decision on whether the city has such a right. Judge Francin Baker is to hear the case in Indianapolis on August 1.
Railroad engineer Peter Burray was arrested by Patrolman Burke on a charge of stealing baby clothes from the Kirsch boarding house at 13 North Noble Street ten months ago. Murray has not yet been arrested and the warrant was sworn by Francis Kirsch.
A new card filing system has been adopted by the Carpenters and Joiners union at its headquarters. Every member in good standing will have a card, and there are cards for the member in arrears and for those in good standing. About 3,000 cards will be placed in the file, the largest set kept by any union.
In a winter court scene Judge Fearkin Metreid brakes and Ira Holmes spar as legal battles erupt. Renay Morang and McCrea clash in a heated exchange while Melrea and Sadan confront lines of questioning. A hall confrontation between Eva and others ends with terse warnings and threats of rebuke.
Mrs Harlan remains under care after a recent hospitalization. The condition described as improving, with doctors reporting progress in her recovery from a illness or ailment, though she continues to be monitored closely.
Local residents allege the Tadabapalis Water Company pressures them to upgrade the system. Prasder informs the Board of Works. Applications to the water agency may rise. Affected neighbor MR ALR says he can pay only limited rates and warns costly measures if demands persist. The dispute centers on utility rights and potential water service changes.
A fragmentary report shows Cy Engineer deup and the Public Works head resisting a local ruling. Citizens request government action on a Tecemabliniess public plan, with a half hour transport option discussed. The hoard absolved several names from the petition while addressing the Tathtase matter.
A freight tram derailed and plunged through a bridge near Silber on Thursday night, killing Ryka Eien and injuring several. authorities say the engine jumped the tracks and toppled into the wreckage. Rescue teams worked amid debris as details remained uncertain.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Ruth Whee and a local group, with unclear events and names. The readable text hints at a social or community activity disrupted by confusion, indicating a disrupted scene rather than a clear outcome or report.
Richard Herner aged 35 died early Friday at 1276 Silverave from an apparent opium overdose. Neighbors reported marital strain after he discovered his wife with another man. Dr John Rutledge attended and concluded death by opium. Deputy Coroner J F Robertson investigates.
The New York health officer Dr A H Koty Hoe will inspect crews and passengers of all weekly arrivals from New Orleans and all gulf ports due to yellow fever outbreaks. The move affects steamers calling at the port and aims to prevent disease spread.
Frank Duffy secretary of the Carpenters union will accept an invitation to Kansas City and deliver an address on Labor Day.
Regional cattle and hog markets show uneven activity with steers and feeders moving modestly, while hogs fail to maintain demand. Prices vary by weight and grade across Cincinnati and Chicago reports, with steady to weak spots noted in common stock and lighter weights amid a fair to good demand for heavy cattle.
The city considers elevating the Big Four tracks at Wallace with a multi resolution plan. One proposal would raise the tracks to 36 feet above grade and lower the street 34 feet to reduce grade crossings. City engineer says the change is needed to improve Valleyave traffic and crossing safety.
A brief report notes bills raised and appearing in Indianapolis. It mentions Mrs Whittle and SM Wale nae at, with references to injuries from a gas explosion. One individual dies Friday morning and another dies from injuries received in the explosion on Thursday. The Scripps-McRae Press Association, Somerset, July is cited.
A muddled debate in Kansas centers on including a punch bowl in the silver service valued at $5,000 to be presented to the state ship. Officials and officers may not be focused on the issue as they seek available punch wherever possible.
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