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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1905
Page
3
Miss Mary Thompson eighteen, shot in the hip while walking with Lisyd Wickum near an old foundry on Saturday night. They were pelted with stones and clubs when someone fired a revolver. Dr Kennedy says recovery likely unless blood poisoning develops. Warrants issued for George Baushack Omer Bauschak Norman Franklin and Charles Lane.
Fire swept Franklin Indiana Saturday night destroying the old opera house and several structures. Losses include C. E. Newlin Dudley A. Hunter Samuel A Brown Harvey Deer Mayor Toby W Dixon J Q Mathes Franklin Water Light and Power Franklin Telephone James A Pritchard. Thomas Hopper denies the charge that he fired the balding.
M Brenton in a small car jumped a gap at Broad Ripple park Sunday. The machine and tie operator sped down the incline and onto the opposite ramp, clearing the gap in a swift arc. Spectators watched as the car landed and settled securely on the ground.
The funeral of Louis Murr, 49, president of the Indianapolis Maennerchor, who died Saturday, was held Monday afternoon from the residence at 8 N Capitol Ave. He was a prominent German descendant born in Indianapolis and educated in Stuttgart. He worked at Charles Mayer & Co and, in the last ten years, served as treasurer of the Byram Foundry Company.
City officials weigh Smock's recount request after signals of irregularities in the councilman-at-large race. Armory fund drive to start after state encampment. Other items note a poker game behind a saloon, a fatality, a water company pledge, and a school ban on basketball with an increased focus on Three R's.
Indianapolis police report 61 arrests Saturday night into Sunday, labeling many cases as associating loitering or trespass. Records show varied offenses including drunkenness gambling assault and battery false pretense and carrying concealed weapons among numerous individuals.
Lightning struck the Parkway baths at Conep Island Sit day afternoon killing Charles Denmere Franke Demimerle George Dinwenndie Jacob Frangel and Robert Th Waach. Several others were seriously injured as they sought shelter from the storm. The crowd witnessed the vivid and dangerous blast.
A real estate tale unfolds in Lincoln as a lawyer linked to Suripps-Aurae Prers Association disappears near the Plate River mouth. Searchers comb dense woods following reports of a rifle sighting and possible suspects. Local residents fear a violent motive and warn of dangerous pursuit.
William Cumback a 76 year old former Indiana lieutenant governor, author, and lecturer, lies near death from uraemic poisoning in Greensburg Indiana. Dr. Thomas says recovery is unlikely. his son Will Cumback Jr of Indianapolis and daughter Mrs. John Lovett of Anderson are at his bedside. Cumback served in Congress once and was a presidential elector in 1830. In 1871 he became internal revenue collector, serving 12 years. He was the Republican caucus nominee for US Senate in 1871 but faced a bolt and was defeated.
New York July 31 A bride Camilla Marina Petrie becomes widow as her bridegroom Etrphane Petrie dies at the wedding feast after toasting his bride. He collapses with convulsions and dies soon after. The ceremony occurred at dusk with 20 carriages and about 200 guests. Coroner investigates the mysterious death as the bride dons black. Official cause not yet determined.
A two story dwelling on N Pennsylvania Street suffered damage when a fire broke out in the morning. The blaze appeared to start from a defective due. Neighboring residents reported smoke filling the upper floor as firefighters arrived to contain the flames. No injuries were reported.
City births list numerous couples with names and addresses including Johnson and Mc an families, Wilson and Robison, and others, noting gender of newborns and parental names. Deaths record various ages and causes such as cholera infantum, myocarditis, and prematurity. Marriages include Shackles and Mowrey, and McClarney and Malan Smith. Building permits cover frame cottages and dwellings with multiple addresses and costs.
July wheat fell as much as a half cent while September rose slightly on shorts covering. Prices showed uneven moves with reported receipts and futures activity in Chicago trading. Corn remained steady with September quotes noted. pork ribs traded near 7.97 dollars as markets digested supply signals.
The Park theater debuted Monday afternoon showing Ae Totti The Hills and The Midnight Flyer to be presented through Thursday. Emily Fale stars in the first act, a strong melodrama praised for its plot and dramatic skill, with the cast including noted performers and emerging talent.
Vague OCR fragments mention Cross-town car line and a franchise amendment. Patrick J Caljilane is named among attached persons. Ward will lead discussion at the upcoming meeting on the south side line.
New York reports early stock activity with higher prices for Erie Amalgamated Copper Pennsylvania Steel and others amid strong trading in smelters and rails. Indiana Illinois and Kentucky markets show hog cattle and sheep movements with mixed demand and a strong top for hogs. Revenue, bonds, and futures reflect an active session as traders monitor a possible deal involving illust Chalmers and broad market cues.
Chicago July 31 cattle receipts listed with 10 percent Tuesday estimate and prime beef prices around 8.20 to 95.50. Hogs receipts at 30.00 with bids higher. sow and heifer values cited. Sheep and lambs show native and western offerings with various price quotes in the mid 20s to 90s.
A fragmented inventory lists meats and lard products including English cured hams California hams breakfast bacon shoulder pork sausages pork loins veal and lamb cuts. Mentions tender loins sirloin beef veal hinds and whole lambs with scattered pricing and abbreviations.
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