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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1908

Page

13

Overnight Clear Skin Remedy Claims Wide Cures

An advertisement touts possum a new skin remedy that allegedly clears pimples rashes eruptions and eczema overnight. It reports rapid relief from itching and disfigurements with tests and widespread use, offering a 50 cent trial and a $2 jar at Weber Drug Co Indianapolis, with free samples from Emergency Laboratories New York.

Indianapolis Weber Drug Co West Twenty-fifth Street New York City

Park Theater Presents The Denver Express in Western Drama

The Park theater opened with The Denver Express by Holden brothers timed with Nobody's Claim to follow. Strong company performances from Carl Gee and H E Irvington alongside Elizabeth Dave and Maud Holden with Ravencroft and Buchy sustain action, drama, and humor through five acts including a pivotal third act twist and a revived heroine averting a train wreck.

Park Theater Denver Express Holdens Carl Gee Indianapolis H. E. Irvington Richard Warren Elizabeth Dave Maud Holden R. J. Ravencroft T. M. Wilson Lulu May Buchy

Mystery maze at Wonderland ends with escape through glass

A man about six feet six inches tall wandered the plate glass maze called Brewster's Millions at Wonderland for hours then dashed toward an exit and shattered a large mirror. He suffered only scratches and walked away unharmed.

Wonderland

Marion club presents A Night Aboard Ship at Fair Bank Park

Crowd at Fair Bank Park last night enjoyed the Marion club entertainment A Night Aboard Ship with repeats. Grace Van Studdiford leads in The Star Spangled Banner while Florence McPherson performs Il Trovatore and The Mayor of Tokio. Other acts include a cornet duet by W F Peters, Rollinson Adkins and Earl Holt, and Morris Chimes solo. Alf G Robyn provides the Yankee County musical portion.

Fair Bank Marion Club Grace van Studdiford Il Trovatore Florence McPherson Tokio W. F. Peters SD Po Rollinson Bye Adkins and Earl Holt Eee. & & Morris

March selections and dance titles heard by audience

The program lists a string of musical selections and titles including The Juggler, The Soul Kiss, Sweetmeats, The Polish Dance, Intermezo Violetta, Chinese characteristic Ping Ling, Razzazza Mazzazza, Martha, Arabia, and March medleys performed by artists such as Geo Rosey, Morriz Levig Ray, E C Calvin, Ted S Barron, Abe Olman, Scharwenka, Arthur Pryor, Frey Flotow, and Larey Buck. It reads as a varied concert lineup with orchestral and dance numbers in a likely early 20th century program.

Geo. Rosey Selection Morriz Levig Ray Percy Weinrich Re Raver Abe Olman Medley E. C. Calvin Ted S. Barron Razzazza Mazzazza Arthur Pryor Overture Martha Frey Flotow Arabia Larey Buck

Change of bill at the Grand theater this week

Miss Lillie Lowden remains in the directoire while the sheath skirt girl stays for the rest of the week. The dancer has adjusted to the gown and moves with ease as she sings, handling the dress gracefully during every performance.

Lillie Lowden Directoire

Embroidered scapular key clue in Williamsburg murder

Police seek two men seen near a vacant lot where a young woman was found burned in Williamsburg. A home made Our Lady of Mount Carmel scapular and clothing fragments survive the fire, aiding identification. Suspects Joseph Ruddick and son are held after conflicting statements.

New York Williamsburg Our Lady of Mount Carmel George Wolf Dupont Street Annie Shippy Stephannim Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Union Avenue Green Point Joseph Ruddick

Ohio German Fire Insurance Co. of Toledo Statement

Statement of the condition as of December 1 1207 for The Ohio German Fire Insurance Company Toledo Ohio with capital of $200000 and paid up capital $200000 assets listed under the heading The assets of the company are as follows with officers M Donnelly president and F D Prentice secretary located at 208 212 Nicholas building

Ohio German Fire Insurance Company Nicholas Building Toledo Ohio M. Donnelly F. D. Prentice Orient Insurance Company Nash Trinity Street Hartford Conn A. G. Mellwaine, Jr Henry W. Gray Charles F E. Cox Western Dept Chicago Sadat Celleey Daswszs

The Baron in Peril and a Father’s Vow of Justice

In a tense hotel confrontation Baron von Metzler faces Col. Tom Kennard who aims to kill him for past wrongs against Kennard’s daughter Mona. The baron claims Mona is alive and promises to marry her if she accepts him, while Kennard vows to die for his child’s honor. The scene ends with the baron plotting Mona’s murder alongside Kate Douglas as the danger closes in.

Schmitz Oberholz Kate Douglas Mona Kennard Baron von Metzler von Metzler Col Tom Kennard Mona Virginia Herman Tye Franz von Metzler Baro Col. Kennard Asgert

Penny Mutual Life Insurance Company Balance Sheet 1907 Report

The Penny Mutual Life Insurance Company reports December 31, 1907, with office addresses in Philadelphia. Capital, assets, and liabilities are itemized including real estate, securities, loans, premiums, and reserves. Indiana auditor certifies the statement as a correct copy on March 5, 1908.

Penny Mutual Life Insurance Company Chestnu Street Philadelphia George K. Johnson John Humphreys Evans Se Earedals Cas State of Indiana State of Indiana J. C. Billheimer Office of Auditor of State

A Qualified Footballer at a Dignified Doorstep

An old gentleman rebukes a young man who lingered after a prior warning while the suitor explains his intent to join the daughter. The scene unfolds with a clash between propriety and romance as the youth asks to join the football club, highlighting social mores and sport page humor from Tit-Bits.

Baron von Metzler Plots Murder Against Schmitz Brothers

Baron von Metzler hires Kate Douglas to arrange the killings of Hans and Heinrich Schmitz, pretzel factory owners in New York, to seize their estate. Kate recruits two assassins, plans cremation in the shop furnace, and then the plan unravels when Annie alerts the danger. Holt arrives to rescue Annie and confronts Mona Kennard, who shows regret as he learns of her past with her former love.

Franz von Metzler Kate Douglas New York Hans Heinrich Schmitz America Germany E. Third Street Heinrich Baron von Metzler Minnie Schneider Lena Schneider Annie Joe Mona Kennard West Virginia John Holt Holt Richards Pete Schmitz Brothers Mona Annnle

Found You-You Dog Chapter Ends Meeting Kate Douglas

The baron departs Kate Douglas's home with a serene mind and contemplates her remark that aligns with his path to his fashionable apartments. The scene centers on the baron accepting Kate Douglas's statement as true and moving forward.

Kate Douglas

Manners for Kansas Men at Social Gatherings

A guide from the Atchison Globe advises Kansas men to arrive early and wait in the parlor while the hostess dresses. If late, they face a formal parade of introductions, risking awkward bows and stares, with 16 year old girls present. The piece argues men are best at practical tasks, not refined bowing.

Atchison Globe

Orient Insurance Company balance sheet 1907 figures in Hartford

The Orient Insurance Company shows total assets of 2 222 545 54 with capital 500 000 00, real estate unincumbered worth 1 507 285 03, and a surplus 879 824 32. Liabilities include losses adjusted and due 135 852 67, all other claims 26 546 57, and insured risks 1 180 322 35. Auditor of Indiana certifies copy on March 9.

Eeeese Leek Cceens Pecan Ves Cess

State Fire Insurance Company assets and mortgage lineup 1907

State Fire Insurance Company of Hartford shows U S deposits of 3200,000 and assets including real estate and railroad securities as of December 31, 1907. Listed are mortgages on major lines such as New York Central and H R R and others, with supporting notes on debentures, premiums, and outstanding claims totaling 73,006 15 in various categories.

Lehigh Valley R. R New York Boeke Streets Ec Erie Ees Ravid Trazsk Adhison Topeka Santa Fe Chicago Rock Island Pacifi R. R Cleveland Cincinnati St. Louis R. R General Central Pacific R. R Central R. RR Omaha Manhattan Wea New York Central Norfolk and Western R. R Pittsburg Pete Burg R. R Southern H. R Gage and Land Grant N. Y Louisville and Nashville Lake Shore Northern Pacific R. R St. Louis R. R Cansor Mort Rome Watertown Oldens Union Pacific R. R First Mortof Mead

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