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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1906

Page

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Smoot Unfit for Senate Says Utah Polygamy Inquiry

The Senate committee report concludes Reed Smoot cannot be seated from Utah, accusing him of allegiance to Mormon leadership and polygamy. It asserts the first presidency and twelve apostles influence state and national affairs, with Smoot deemed a member of the governing church body responsible for polygamy-supporting actions.

Scrippe-MeRac Preas Washington Sendlar Smoot Senate Aly Wan Burrows Reed Smadt Smoon First Presidency Twelve Apostles Church of Jesus Chrice Latter Day Saints Mormon Church Mah Utah United States Smoot Utaa Bierarchy Hamed Letlleh Smont

Man with $1000 Didn’t See J D R

A Matin reporter in Paris hunted for John D Rockefeller with $1000 in his pocket hoping to buy 15 minutes of conversation. The paper believed Rockefeller earned about $4000 per hour. Rockefeller’s son-in-law met the reporter and refused the request with laughter.

Wecini Paris John D. Rockefeller Rockefeller

Brooklyn Store Blown Up In Liquor Dispute

A frame store in Brooklyn owned by Daniel Thornherry was destroyed by an explosion at 1:30 yesterday morning amid claims he supplied liquor to locals. The blast also damaged Louis Sawyer’s Scrippa-MeuMm press. In Washington, June 11, the president sent nominations for postmasters J. T. Spivey of Bluffton, Indiana, and B. A. Struhin of Kentland, Indiana, to the Senate.

Brooklyn Indl Daniel Thornherry Thornherry Louis Sawyer Scrippa-MeuMm

Streams Claim Two Victims In Tragic River Incidents

Albert Mayer a 43 year old German blacksmith living in Washington disappeared since June 3 and was found drowned in White River near Tent 1st bridge. He likely took his own life after prolonged unemployment. His family hailed from Paris and had resided in HL about a year. Also drowned Saturday afternoon was 14 year old Brandon son of Carrie Brandon widow of 130 Ashlund Ave while swimming with Elmer Jldor 9 10 St who tried to save him but failed. Brandon worked in railway freight offices of C MW & D. Indiana mines resume with about 90 percent back at work after ten weeks idle.

Albert Mayer Washington White River He Wider Masry Paris Witla Brandon Atra Carrie Brandon Ashlundave Feil Creek New Jersey-st Elmer Jldor Tenth St Young Branson Young Brandon

Prosecution Pushed Against Woman Over Juvenile Delinquency

Almera Rowan is bound over to the grand jury on a charge of contributing to the delinquency of children by allowing youths to visit her home on S Meridian Street for evil purposes. Juvenile court officers plan to press for indictment after four young girls were recently tried in Juvenile Court.

Almera Rowan S. Meridian St Rowan

Dead girl possibly killed self at railway crossing

A well dressed young woman died after stepping in front of engine 7228 at a Davia Yomat crossing Sunday night. Police doubt suicide. body taken to Kregelo and Bailey awaiting identification. Mande Pennington cannot confirm it is his missing daughter. Over 39 viewers failed to identify the deceased.

Davia- Yomat Kregelo and Bailey Dr. Reeves James Sheehan Firemhan J. O. Browning Mande Pennington Richard Pennington Holmes-ave Mr. Pennington Monde Pennington

Specter to the Sere car crash kills three in Chicago

A speeding car owned by Louis F Swift of Swifts & Co overturned in Chicago on June 11. Three occupants were fatally injured and a fourth, Migs Alying J. Pinger, was seriously injured along with Mrs Jolin Pinger and Lou F Pinger. Walter Brffens, chauffeur, was also injured. The accident occurred when a tie exploded in view of Louise Swift as she followed in a party car.

Specter Chicago Louis F. Swift Switts & Co Migs Alying J. Pinger Margaret Pinger Lou FP. Switt Walter Breffens F. Swift Jolin Pinger Louise F. Swift Triilionaire Packer Snap Automobile

Niagara Falls preservation bill sent to conference

Washington June 1. The House today concurred in the senate amendment to the bill for the preservation of Niagara Falls and the bill was sent to conference.

Washington Senate Niagara Falta

Cheap Round Trip Tickets From Chicago To Nearby Resorts

Rates for travel from Chicago to local summer resorts advertised with low fare tickets on sale Friday through Sunday and valid until Monday. Daily low rates apply for other routes. For tickets and information contact the nearest ticket agent or W B Knickern My Co NW Ry Co Chicago.

Chicago W. B. Knickern Ry. Co

Tucker Given Death Penalty In Mysterious Boston Murder

Chanes Tucker, condemned for the Mabel Page murder, was not electrocuted as scheduled. Baptized this morning, he may face the chair tomorrow. The crime remained puzzling with no motive and no robbery. Witnesses noted a broken hunting knife found at Tucker’s home and a name on a scrap of paper as a key clue. The case drew wide attention around the prison as officials considered the stay and renewed the execution timing.

Sun Boston Mass Chanes &. Tucker Mabel Fage Tucker Gull Warden Bridges Tsapnhat Tucker Thia Morntis Warde Edenth House Bishop Chapelain Barnes Oman Dizorder Mabel Page Shy Cot WL. Morton Miss Page

Bishop Delaney Dead in New Hampshire Diocese

Nashua report states Bishop Delaney of the Catholic diocese of New Hampshire died this morning after an operation for appendicitis last week. Funeral arrangements were not announced.

Delaney Scripps Harream Annoc Nashua Junty New Hampware

Jolly Barbers Have Their Fun At Bridegroom's Expense

James McDaniel a popular barber spent nights away from home after a dinner party with friends to foot the bill. He returned at dawn unable to find his wife and faced annoyance over the length of the celebration. The account notes the couple were newlyweds and the barber’s absence caused mischief among attendees.

James McDaniel

Moses Adrift on Mississippi River Newborn Found and Adopted

In Columbus Kentucky on June 1 a boatmen crew heard a baby crying among reeds along the Mississippi. The infant, apparently Jewish and clothed in refined garments, was saved and adopted by the fishermen while authorities investigate.

Columbus Moses Mississippi River Jake Evane

Sewed His Heart Remarkable Operation at Pennsylvania Hospital

In Philadelphia on June 2, physicians at Pennsylvania Hospital held the pulsating heart of William Wyatt for over five minutes. Dr Richard Murt sewed six stitches into the wound and Wyatt, who slipped during a scuffle, was not believed fatally hurt. He and a friend were tussling over a tongue knife when the injury occurred.

Scrippe-MeNice Press Philadelphia William Wyatt Pennaylvente Hospital Richard Murt Wyatt

Rockefeller Receives Franks Keys of Old Compiegne

John D. Rockefeller visits Compiegne France on a royal style welcome. Mayor delivers ceremonial “Keys” and a parchment to the American magnate through his secretary. Rockefeller attends St Andrew Church service with a small group and tours the chateau grounds before returning a formal call to the mayor.

Kerippe-MeTine Press Apnac Compiegne John D. Rockefsller France Hotel de la Mayer Rockefeller Conmpiegne Church of St. Andrew Irof Strong America Hen. Biegar Cleveland

Machinists Restrained From Picketing in Indiana Strike

Union machinists, 26 of them restrained from picketing, plan to attack in federal court for a permanent injunction. Judge A B Anderson issued a temporary order Saturday as workers call the move a "trump" by employers and insist the union will "stand pat."

Indiana A. B. Anderson

London Weather Fails to Thwart Longworth Visit

Typical London rain and cloud greet Congressman and Mrs. Nicholas Longworth on their first city tour. The pair attract crowd attention as photographers swarm, visiting Dorchester House and planned events including a ballet and receptions with Ambassador Reid and others.

Scrippe-Steitue Press London Mra Nicholas Longworth Metropolis Longworth Kodak Dorchester Hoose Ambassador Reid Thera Longwortha Mra. Hitchle al- Ramdia

Benson Chances Senatorship Amid Uncertain GOP Support

Topeka June reports indicate Judge Benson enjoys strong Republican backing and is likely to accept a U S Senate offer. Coburn declined the nomination, preferring to remain at home, citing no interest in partisan political entanglements. Benson, a longtime Kansas figure born 1843, has served as state senator, Ottawa mayor, and Franklin county attorney, with a noted record opposing state oil refinery plans.

Benson AW. Denson Franklin County State Senate Ottawa Fourth Judicial District Congregational Church Giso Belnnge Masons Knights of Honor G A. R Hie Olan Tts

Kansas tree growers to hold convention in Parsons

Three carloads of Rochester area nurserymen traveled to Indianapolis led by Indiana mar iferymen head Livery Albertson of Bridgeport and district agent E D Court of the O I T railway. George J Thayer of the Katy aided, as the group planned the national meeting to be staged in Parsons Kansas with stops in St Louis Kansas City and a western tour including Houston Galveston San Antonio and Oklahoma City.

Rochester Indianapolis Indiana Mariferymen L’mery Albertson Bridgeport D. Courtlury O. I. & T. Railway Company Indianapolia George J. Thayer Katy New York City St Louis Kansas City Jennvention Parsons Kas Houston Galveston San Antonio Oxlaheron City Sother Paints

Jail sentence ends in release for Purdy by court ruling

The Marion county judge ruled the Superior Court erred in releasing Fred L. Purdy publisher of the Sun on bond. Purdy had been sentenced to 30 days for indirect contempt and was freed during the term, but the judge said no bond release could extend the sentence. a habeas corpus writ was involved and a decision was to be issued at 2 PM.

the Sun Marton Fremont Alford iMeRul I Judes Sant O Purdy Alford Mr. Purdy Med Vincent Clifford Edward Sourbler Jude J. K. McMaster Superior Court Witet Alieas Wurdy Bhorit Sourbier J Wiltsie Saurbier Fred L. Purdy Sige Alford

Ohio Mines Fail to Open In Sevince-McRae Strike

In Dillorvale Ohio, the Sevince-McRae Freee Association attempted to reopen mines but no miners responded to company officials. Gunfire occurred near the mill, with shots fired at a check house. Strike-breakers will be imported and work to resume soon at Ramsey and Robyville mines.

Sevince-McRae Freee Association Dillorvale M.A. Halina Cull Company Oprratore Jens Ttornickie Ramsey and Robyvilla Roby Com Company

Golden Anniversary and Palo Alto Earthquake Tale

Mr and Mrs Schwab celebrate golden anniversary with informal party at home 2241 Talbot Ave Palo Alto. Gilbert recounts young spirit during the big quake near Leland Stanford University at 4500 feet summit, noting ruined earthquake photos and students patrolling Palo Alto, with the couple’s quieter life amid memories.

Gibson Wen Jh Vines Chas Gilber Leland Ford University Bri Gilbert Crllforentz

Strike Closes Bhop Shop as 258 Men Strike

Ashtarula O. All membary of the International Association of Cae Workers employed by the Lake Shore in ita repair shop here went on strike this morning demanding a ten cent daily raise. The strike has practically closed the shops with about 258 men out.

Rerippee Mcline

Fatal fall from a car in Kokomo kills Marion Hooks

A Kokomo man, Marion Hooks, age 2, died yesterday morning after a fall from a traction car. Coroner Harrison cited alcohol influence as a factor in the incident. The report notes a fatal accident in Beceem with additional unrelated classified items and local advertisements interspersed.

Beceem Kokomo Ind Marion Hooks Harrison

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