Railroad Franchise Sparks Nearby Property Clash
A heated Board of Works hearing on the Indianapolis Logsne port and Chicago railroad franchise drew protests from property owners led by Quincy Myers and Mary N Thompson. They argued elevated tracks would ruin homes and threaten local industry, while supporters cited route surveys and westward development as justification for the line.
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Whursday
Indianapolis, Logsneport & Chicago Railroad
Quincy Myers
Mairies N. Thompson
Riilroad
Union Station
Big Four
Washington
Washingtns
Massouriats
Aworth
Ruishag
Myer
Miers
Rad
Din
Adalie
Vals
Francis M. Taress
Murare Ave
Ula
Governor Durbin Seeks Strawboard Plant Ties
Governor Durbin shows interest in a strawboard plant project connected to major strawboard producer stakeholders. Officials indicated future legislative actions may involve regulatory jurisdiction over river pollution, with investigations continuing and public concerns about private interests and environmental impact at Riverside Park.
Dickson Will Disposes Estate Worth 550000
The late George A. Dickson, theatrical manager, died last Saturday at his Crow's Nest country home near White River north of Indianapolis. His will, dated July 7, named executor Fred C. Dickson with Henry M. Talbott as surety. He leaves nearly all personal property and real estate to his widow, son, sisters, and mother, with substantial legacies to hospitals and homes in Indianapolis. Debts and specific bequests are to be paid from the residue of the estate, valued around 550,000.
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George A. Dickson
Crow's Nest
White River
Indianapolis
Dickson
Tiscan
Fred C. Dickson
Henry M. Tebhott
Bertha Dickson
Washington
Park Theater
Heerest
Pembroke Arcade
Basners
Tvf
N. Vennnia
Grand Opera House
W. Washington
Crow
Mab S. Alheinest
Deaconese Hnapital
Indianapolia Orphans’ Home
Indianapolia Art Association
Henry
M. Talbott
Minn
Nelda Mustard
Mien
Mamie Dickson
Mia
Alybert Goepper
Edna Kuhn
Bitsy Jolla Nestel
Milse Ruth Brink
Miss Dollie Douglass Rejects Love for Leonard Sargent
Miss Dollie Douglass decides she does not love Leonard Sargent amid family tension and social pressure. The piece notes her aloof mood and evolving romantic stance as rumors and community speculation swirl around the couple.
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Dollie Douglass
Leonard Sargent
Campaign finance notes for several city officers
Two portraits show William Fogarty and Edinger Dlacle filing expense statements for city work and police fire campaigns. Fogarty lists about 16.75 in total expenses with items including advertisements and printing. Little's print costs around five dollars. John W. Hoitzman prepared his statement. Fogarty aims to back his canvas with extra spending, while Dlacle’s figures remain amateur and his running mate’s costs are noted.
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Wiliam Pogorty
Edinger Dlacle
Polien
Fogarty
Carta
Martare
Little
John W. Hoitzman
Alyonenses
Uwoltemly
Summons for Mrs Kelley in Missouri Grand Jury
Mrs Kelley was summoned to appear before a Missouri grand jury to testify about bribery, with potential attendance next Thursday if security can be arranged. The note mentions Mrs Byssle, wife of Daniel Retier, connected to Cook Furniture Company in Knightstown, with capital stock valued between 95.9 percent and 10,000 dollars, incorporated by John A. Bampie as president and O H Barth as secretary.
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Bom Ir
Kelly
Amar Befor Mae
Law Grand Jury
Thufedas
Craes
Cook Furniture Company
Knightstown
Inn
John A. Bampie
HW. Barth
Indianapolis Weather Sketches Drenched City After Rain
A soggy scene in Indianapolis and nearby areas as a storm drenched the region with showers and cooling air. Forecasters note calmer conditions Thursday night into Friday with 7 am temperature around 70 and variable winds.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Kentucky
Lockjaw treatment costs county as serum use continues
A county page notes a case of tetanus treated after a July 4 shooting accident. Charlie, hospitalized since mid July, received injections of antitetanic serum at two hour intervals totaling 66 doses by midweek. From Chicago shipments of serum continued, with supplies depleting but patients ongoing. Requisitions honored for J. W. Bennett and others. Bennett faces charges in Mont ry county after being captured near Lrouhvily.
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Lovie
Charles Hotham
Charlie
Chicago
Gines Engraver Dead at Keller Home
Gines engraver HH Keller died Thursday morning at his home after a brief paralytic streak two weeks earlier. Keller was noted as the gash engraver of the New York store. An advertisement lineup promotes oats for horses, barber services, dental care, eyeglasses, diamond pieces, and jewelry with a gilt edge guarantee from local merchants including Woodard and Mul daily.
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Gines
Keller
New York
Resignation of Capt Callon Shocks Camp Militia
The camp of the militia at Palianapoli reports Capt Callon has resigned after a court martial outcome. Major Stevens led the charges, and Battery A’s popular officer, with nearly 18 years of service, leaves amid mixed reactions. Officials note no action yet on a new captain as the unit moves toward March elections.
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Cpt Herretino
Rovers A
Palianapoli
Valion
Stevens
National Guard
Battery A
Batery A
Unita
Callens
Ward
Callon
Huntery A
Capt
Callan
Tiuel
Duelists Called Before Grand Jury In City Shooting
Hart Warris colored and William W Manis white were summoned Thursday morning by Judge Whallon to testify about a shooting near Fountain Square last Sunday night. A large witness turnout suggested the event was personal rather than a bungalow matter, and Madge Whallon was held for assault and other charges while the grand jury continued deliberations on the shooting case.
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Hart Warris
William W Manis
Judee Whallon
Fountain Square
Woman Seeks 20000 Damages After Grocery Slip
Karhet A. Curry sues Columbia grocery company and John J. Holliday owner of Wilding for 2000 in damages after slipping on a sidewalk adjoining the store in February. She alleges injuries including loss of use of a limb.
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Karhet A. Curry
Columbia Grocery Comepany
John J. Holliday
Wheve Bhatter
Mow
Insane Boy Found in Paris Traced to Terre Haute
Report describes an insane boy found in Paris believed linked to Terre Haute and Jule Terre Wapte. The tale mentions Greek observers, a letter, and a clothing theft clue as investigators pursue his origin and sanity.
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Paris
Terre Haute
Second Regiment Endured Rain Storm Tough Time in Action
The Second Regiment faced a severe rain storm causing exposure and fatigue during engagements. Maj. Vande of the First battalion aided by keeping troops dry with yellow coverings while others fought and suffered. Several men, including Paver and Lica Paver, were wounded, one cordially. reports note a skirmish with enemy forces occurred near a broad encampment.
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MR Dent
Durie
Drs
Ana Lica
Paver
Company O
Aravery
Bere Presen
Wanish Wie
Weatherry
Kokomo Political Row Over Appointing Elliott's Successor
The Kokomo scene centers on who has power to appoint Elliott's successor with a city ticket at stake. Local authorities say the appointment power lies with a single official, while Logsdow and associates seek decisive authority amid political tension.
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Logsdow
Bet
Charles Ne Eliott
We City
Saveral
Logadon
Tagadon
Mrs McClure Injured in Street Car Collision at Corner
Mrs McClure suffered serious injuries when a street car struck near the corner of Pennsylvania and Washington streets early Thursday. She was knocked down from the car and harmed in the incident, with a private carriage nearby.
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Pennsylvania
Washington
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