Insanity affidavits used to trigger inquiry at dispensary
Board of health leaders push a probe into alleged insanity affidavits from the dispensary staff. Drs Young Christian Benham Devaney Jacobs Hicks Gray and others allegedly approved forms under orders from officials including Justice Lockman and President Morrison. Nine insanity cases since May 1, with affidavits signed by Delaney Cronin and interne Clayton.
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Estaff
Insanity Trust
Board of Health
Taylor
Lockman
Stout
Smock
Cronin
Young
Morrison
Benham
Drs. Young
Christian
Delaney
Clayton
Devaney
Jacobs
Hicks
Gray
City Hospital
Red Socialist Delegates Gather for National Convention in Washington
About 200 delegates bearing flaming red badges reading Socialist gathered in Washington on Monday for a national socialist convention opening at Masonic hall. The group includes attendees from New York and California with Eugene Debs expected to speak though illness in his family may keep him away. Red banners, literature, and attire dominated the scene as factions unite under one body.
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Washington
Illinois-sts
Masonic Hall
New York City
California
Eugene Debs
Theodore Debs
Chicago
The Aims and Ambitions of Socialists
Walter Thomas Mills of Chicago, though physically small, is seen as a major leader among delegates. He explains socialism’s demands for equal opportunities, noting that differences in intellect and strength exist but should not let a few reap all rewards. He attacks nonresident stockholders who rely on laborers for wealth while enjoying luxury.
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Abovt
Walter Thomas Mills
Chicago
Mills
Europe
Florida
Socialist delegates break stereotype at Chicago convention
The socialist convention drew a mixed crowd with many energetic young men and dressed women among delegates. Prof. George D. Herron of Chicago chaired briefly and urged nationalizing the movement while Willoughby Walling of Chicago attended as a wealthy delegate with red badge.
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George D. Herron
Chicago
Prof. Herron
John Kelly
Marion
Herron
Socialist Movement of America
Goodrich Likely Succeeds Hernly as Indiana GOP Chair
Indiana Republicans move to elect J P Goodrich of Winchester as state party chairman in Indianapolis this week to replace Charles Hernly. Senator Fairbanks pushes the plan to secure loyal support for his presidential bid and influence in the next reorganized committee, while Beveridge’s allies weigh implications for the upcoming Legislature.
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Fairbanks
Goodrich
Winchester
Indiana
United Front
Washington
Indianapolis
Joe Kealing
McCulloch
SUN
Kealing
Beveridge
Senate
Grass Fires Near Western Railroad Wards
Fire department was called several times Sunday to quell grass fires near the western railroad wards. Sparks from very dry grass caused flares but no damage occurred. Railroads report little harm to telegraph lines and fence posts. Some benefited from thunder showers. section hands ordered to watch closely. Some have burned dry grass and weeds where danger was greatest.
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Western Railroad
Tolstoy nears death and seeks beatitude
Count Tolstoy, near death, speaks of slipping toward beatitude and plans to write on death’s subject to teach that life continues in a better form. Mrs. John D. French admits attempting to poison him over alleged cruelty. Benton Harbor churchgoers wear varied outfits as Rev. Conger urges freedom in dress.
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Count Tolstoy
John D. French
Lansing
Mich
Benton Harbor
Universalist Church
R. L. Conger
Steel Trust Near End of Steel Strike as Terms Rise
New York July 29 The steel strike nears an end with Morgan's terms accepted by the union leaders. An advisory board must ratify the accord, and work is expected to resume within a week. The plan includes keeping union lodges in mills previously non union and continuing wage parity in all plants under the Carnegie operations.
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Morgan
National Advisory Board
Amalgamated Association
Wallsr
Steel Trust Securities
Amalgamated
Flash Shower Hits Indianapolis During Heat Wave
The Indianapolis area sees a brief shower on Monday afternoon. measurements recorded 0.03 inch of rain over about six minutes as temperatures rose above 90 degrees. Forecasters predict possible rain tonight and cooler conditions by Tuesday across Indiana and surrounding states.
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Indianapolis
Weather Bureau
Wappenhans
Relief Arrives as Storms Reach Central States
Forecasters predict rains already touching Chicago Springfield and Cairo and moving east. Heavy storms with thunder and lightning likely by Monday night or Tuesday with cooling temperatures following. Sunday set heat records around 96 while early week readings show gradual decline yet remain hot.
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Chicago
Springfield
Cairo
Logansport
Lafayette
Auburn
Wappenhans
Heat Strains Local Residents At Fairview Park
Carl Jacobs of 1646 Hall Place collapsed from the heat at Fairview Park on Sunday and was taken home by streetcar. Earlier, Saturday night, George Zimmerman of 1025 Barthave was overcome by the heat and is expected to recover.
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Carl Jacobs
Hall Place
Fairview Park
George Zimmerman
Barthave
The Fatal Heat in Cincinnati Toll Rises
Cincinnati on Sunday reported ten deaths from the heat and 13 prostrations amid a severe heat spell. Although the thermometer did not climb as high as in previous days, the heat is described as having a more deadly effect.
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Cincinnati
Mercury
Amalgamated Officials Meet in Pittsburg Fla
Officials of the Amalgamated Association convene in Pittsburg Florida on July 29 to discuss union matters and organize forthcoming actions impacting members and local industries. Leaders outlined aims and potential negotiations with employers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg, Fla
Amalgamated Association
Start in Noted Neely Case Opened for Witnesses
United States v C I W Neely will hear testimony from two witnesses at 11 am Tuesday in a grand jury style proceeding. U S commissioner Charlea W Moores will preside as the closest official to nearby Muncie witnesses whose names are withheld.
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Neely
Indianapolis
Moores
Muncie
Burglar Foiled by Chorus Girls in Chicago
In Chicago on a Monday early attempt to rob Will J. Davis's residence, manager of an Illinois theater, was stopped by Jessie Bartlett Davis and sister Josephine Bartlett of the Bostonians who were in a second floor room. A safe nearby held $30,000 and the burglar fled after screams. two men joined him in the street. No arrests.
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Chicago
Will J. Davis
Illinois Theater
Jessie Bartlett Davis
Josephine Bartlett
Dawson
Washington Township
Halls of Justice
Verdict on Elevator Plan Sparks Council Walkout
County council, in a special Monday session, refused a $0 appropriation for a courthouse elevator. Dawson and Pfindler opposed, Nordyke absent. The body approved varied road, bridge, and office improvements totaling several thousand dollars, while debate over access and stairs marked the session.
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Court House
Dawson and Pfindler
Mr. Nordyke
Columbia Wins Astor Cup In 38 Mile Yacht Race
The yacht Columbia won the John Jacob Astor $1,000 cup on Monday at Brenton's Point Rhode Island, finishing a little over a minute ahead of the Constitution in a 38 mile race. Astor also offered a $500 cup to the schooner winning the same course.
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Brenton
Cascarets Candy Cathartic Miracle Cure Story
An early 20th century ad touts Cascarets as an intestinal tonic and liver stimulant. The candy claims gentle but potent relief for constipation with drugstores offering it at 10 cents for a box and 5 cents for a smaller size.
King Edward Recommends Payment to Lord Roberts
King Edward proposed to the house of lords that 500,000 be granted to Lord Roberts for his services in the South African war. The recommendation was communicated in a message to Parliament on Monday.
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House of Lords
Deluged Room Resident Disabled by Delusions
Olive Morgan, 23, well dressed, was removed from Sherman house to police station early Monday as insane. Heat is blamed for her delusions of pursuit and murder. She threw water on walls while declaring she aimed to drown persecutors on her way from Pulaski Virginia to North Salem Indiana.
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Olive Morgan
Sherman House
Fulaski
North Salem
Ind
City Life And Local News Briefs From Alton Illinois
Police search for Willie Otey of Alton after a dust bite fire at 3222 West Walnut Street. park officials drop deer purchase plan from John son herd in Vincennes. Lawrence Lutot and Thomas Lofey admit thefts from Grace Gardner totaling 2.50 during a Sunday at Fairview. Melissa Snyder, known police figure, twice attempted suicide by canal jump Saturday night, rescued both times by bystanders.
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Walnut St
Supt.-of-parks Power
Johnson
Vincennes
Parks
Park Board
Lawrence Lutot
Thomas Lofey
Fairview
Grace Gardner
Melissa Snyder
Unnamed Amalgamated Conference Opened in Pittsburgh
Officials of the Amalgamated Association Mondar began talks with the executive committee to outline policy for a big conference on Tuesday between leaders of the two sides in the dispute. No official purpose announcement was made. President Shaffer declined to comment until information is ready for release.
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Pittsburg
Amalgamated Assorition
Mondar
Shaffer
Not One Cert Says Negley Over Expense Itemizing
City officials debate a special council meeting to authorize a temporary loan and a 1000 dollar appropriation for the contagious disease fund as Dunn seeks full 160000 access. Megrew objections and Negley demand clear bills before any approved spending. Russell Powell remains hospitalized after a fair horse incident.
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Megrew
Crall
Busin Geckler
Negley
Mesrew
Dunn
Bargains in Upright Pianos at Daldwil
Local ad notes pianos starting at 165 dollars and up. The vendor promotes affordable upright models and hints at a sale or display in a small town setting.
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Tom Delaney
Ings
Philip Brown
Independent States
Willoughby Walling
W. E. English
Walling
William H. English
Young Walling
Hernly
White House
Mittee
J. P. Goodrich
Charles 3. Hernly
Senator Fair
Banks
Durbin
Tes
Sirike
New York
The
Steel Trust
General Executive Committee
United States Steel Corporation
Carnegie Steel Company
Apollo
Vandergrift
Saltsburg
Illinois
Ohio
Michigan
Kentucky
Settemert
United States
C. I. W. Neely
U.S
Charlea W. Moores
Bostonians
Mr. Davis
MR. Hay Seed Dawson
Priate
Warne Township
County Board of Charities
White River Bridge
Broad Ripple
Little White Lick Creek
Decatur Township
Hammond Grove
Auditor's Office
Nora
Allisonville
Big Run
Franklin Township
Acton and
Julietta Road
Columbia
Edward
London
Clife
Willie Otey
Alton
Tugg
Sn Aft
Troller
Eawgh
Harold Megrew
Tinenca
Russell Powell
St. Vincent's
Rich
Wulschner
Janes
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