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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1904
Page
3
Mrs. Della Wallace, colored, accuses Clyde Wallace of leaving their 2 year old home alone for three days without food or care while she was in hospital. She found the child sick and cold under the cooking stove and filed for child desertion. Wallace faces circuit court action seeking punishment for the alleged neglect.
William Johnson and wife paused for soda outside a drug store on Massachusetts and College avenues when their horse bolted after a napkin rustled. Mrs Johnson was thrown, slightly injured, as the buggy collided with a trolley pole near the depot. The horse fled north, the buggy wrecked, and the soda glass plus spoon were recovered undamaged.
Indianapolis and Cincinnati traction progress shows rapid work toward Rushville with possible opening by Bent. The company faces trouble securing right of way into Connersville and may cut that segment off the survey.
Six children from one family received aid from the Day Nursery Association as the mother worked and the father faced poverty. This example highlights the charity’s support for struggling households and the role of the association in providing care and relief.
Mary M. Waller nee Nestill demanded to reclaim her maiden name from county clerks after a divorce in 1800. She insisted she would not sign deeds unless the name Nestill could be used, threatening to keep property unless her name was restored, while clerks noted decree changes require legal petition and a lawyer.
Bernard Megel, operator of a saloon at 40 Sclotost, was arrested on a grand jury indictment for operating a saloon in an alley from Market to Washington between Meridian and Pennsylvania. Bond of 300 was posted. Prosecutor says case tests nilennl aon law interpretation on alley saloons and could threaten other alleyfront saloons.
Master McRogan declares that a market dispute will be settled by force or compulsion, signaling escalating tensions and a hard line approach as authorities weigh the weight and impact of measures imposed.
The market master vows action against sellers charging by the pound. A policewoman, visiting Thursday, bought cabbage, potatoes, and other vegetables by weight, noting several items priced per pound. The Sun reports the taxpayer and public concerns over the pound pricing practice and potential penalties.
Indiana grain dealers on Wednesday and Thursday considered a bill to penalize railroad companies for delaying car delivery. The measure, likely linked to Virginia demurrage and car service law now in effect, would require cars within four days of a shipper’s offer, with 1 per day penalties for delays.
A state law codification effort reports progress on standardizing statutes. Judge M A Chipman chairs the codification committee, appointed by Gov Durbin, with broad legislative instructions. Officials say work across departments proceeds satisfactorily, though specifics cannot be disclosed yet.
In French Lick Indiana August Belmont of New York praised Thomas Taggart of French Lick and Indianapolis for delivering Indiana’s delegation to Parker in St Louis. Belmont, president of the Parker league, discussed national chairmanship and overcome Hearst sentiment. The visit was kept secret and no statement from Taggart was obtained.
Police logged two robberies Friday morning. Theresa Crawford on Twentyeth street reported two new washtubs stolen from her back porch. Nelse Heckman at 828 West Twenty-fifth street reported $7.76 in silver taken from his home.
The park board ends a political dispute as Hert Stanley resigns as park florist effective April 13. Salary continues until then. Subordinate Henry Radebeck faced late orders from Rocheneck. Board members Fen, Brown, Lanark vote discharge. Cottin and Reid dissent noting four member vote needed. Controversy remains unsettled.
Wandering John Sheets, who fell from a haymow on Wednesday, is at City hospital in peaceful sleep. Asked by THE SUN how he was faring, he answered with a prolonged snore. He said at the hospital his injuries are not serious and that he will soon sleep in more haymows.
A nephew injured in a trolley accident near Fairview Park last Sunday shows rapid improvement at City Hospital in Marlow. His aunt, Merle Mariin, says he is waking and recovering well though still delicate, with family hopeful for discharge soon.
Police probing a school fire following reports that a pupil or pupils started the blaze. Harry Wright, a school supply dealer, says he was misquoted and did not accuse anyone, only noting that someone set the building alight. Authorities continue to question individuals as investigation proceeds.
A tidbit notes several oil companies incorporated recently at the state house. The “Bure thing” oil firm was formed a few days ago. The “White horse” company registered with capital stock of $50,000.
Mud and mire plague residents along Thirty second Street between Central Avenue and Meridian Street. Holes swallow shoes and trap horses, drawing pleas for immediate action from locals and calls for works board relief.
John W. McColum sues Demas Sengiman and Michael Ho Snider for damages in a patent case alleging he invented certain appliances that improved work processes. He asserts others copied his ideas and that Lathe Andiana Manufacturing Co failed to honor patent terms. The suit is before Judge Weathers. In Paris, W Haskell Comin reports Pope Pius X decorations for several exhibitors. In Coshocton, Democrats nominate Mr Hurst for Congress in the June 10 election.
Oliver Cromwell not related to the famous figure was arraigned in federal court before Judge James Anderson Friday on charges of robbing Life post office at Harlan Allen County. The robbery happened a year ago and Cromwell escaped but later information traced him to where the stamps were sold. A jury found him guilty and Judge Anderson sentenced him to three years in the government prison.
Owensboro Ky June 2 J W Boatner was acquitted on charges of receiving stolen or embezzled funds from an August package sent through the American Express Company valued at 2300. Agent Schiltzbaum testified he was robbed of the package. Bonnner and he were indicted for conspiracy to defraud. The commonwealth failed to convict. Schiltzbaum was found guilty of embezzling railroad funds and sent to the pen. He later faced a separate trial and the upcoming U S court session in November to recover the money.
Lawrence McTurnan assistant state Superintendent of public instruction presented diplomas at the institute Friday. Governor Durbin had been planned for the ceremony but left for St Louis. Superintendent Cotton was engaged but had to leave the city. The duty then fell to Me Me Furnan.
report from Franke W. Manin United States envoy at Nottingham notes heavy demand for tam oshanters. American manufacturers adapt by adding machinery to speed production and meet the boom. A local machine firm develops a new device to handle bright colored woolen wear.
Investigations in Washington reveal a Chinese revolutionary plot linked to the so called reform army. Brigadier General Egund English of Yankton is named in recruiting of officers and about 100 commissions issued in Louisville and nearby areas to state guard and Spanish-American veterans awaiting orders.
A chaotic Thursday shows a boy with two baseball bats tapping merrily on the walk near the Pennsylvania ticket office at Inols and Washington streets. The noise spills into a barber shop basement beneath the sidewalk where barbers rush in to calm the disturbance. The scene ends with a summer mood and a note of a boy adjusting his attire for the season.
Searching parties chase a group of gypsies who passed through Vincennes Indiana on Thursday with a missing Society member Richmond Byora. A Des Moines belt of life insurance funds was handed to Florence Braner’s funeral procession attendant. Oklahoma City endures a severe windstorm causing tree and building damage while crops suffer wind ruin.
A Minnesotan boy and girl exploring a cave used for mushroom culture on an island in the Mingissippi river were attacked by sewer rats. The children fled toward the door as the rodents swarmed, tearing their clothes and injuring their limbs before escaping.
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