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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1902
Page
5
A nostalgic sketch honors John Q Slack a long time druggists’ star who rose from humble beginnings to top the trade. His bold boasts and quick telegraphs mask a generous, influential figure who shaped the industry while avoiding personal comforts.
A tribute to a dedicated drummer who worked hard to supply his trade, calling on a druggist at odd hours to secure orders for chest protectors sponges and toothbrushes. The obituary notes his upright character and steady ascent in life.
A collage of humorous Indiana tidbits from Hammond to Martinsville and Terre Haute. Notes include arrests for theft, elopements, elations about gooseberries, a four legged chicken in Anderson, a juried cross examination, and editor Thad Butler’s wife sending playful lines. Local figures and towns referenced include Hammond Martinsville Anderson Evansville Martinsville Speedville Terre Haute Huntington.
Dr. Orland E. Miller, leader in Chicago medicine and religion, faced arrest in Denver for improper confinement of patients after a fatal fire. His credit schemes, notably check-kiting across 13 banks, helped topple the Commercial National Bank in 1897. He later ran St Luke's Society ventures in Chicago while continuing his hernia business.
Friends of Chin Hee celebrate his release and plan a city banquet hosted by E. Lung. The piece notes a police investigation at EF. Lung’s place found no strangers, Chin Hee to stay in the city and work for B. Lung. Philadelphia news covers a neck prize for a shipboard eater.
A sheriff may refuse improper commitments from justices of the peace. Deputy Natu cy's deputy refused a prisoner for “associating with a negro” citing no statute. A sheriff risking improper admissions may face damages or bond liability. Deputy Craft warns to scrutinize every commitment.
Not a colored man has lived in precinct l ward 13 in 17 years. The precinct bounded by Morris East and Dunlap streets and Madison are is thickly settled. The Germans are in the majority. No special reason is given by residents why colored people should appear to shun the locality.
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