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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1906
Page
2
Six men died and about forty injured after an explosion on the American steamer Haverford as dockworkers prepared to charge cargo in Liverpool. Foul play suspected by some, others think spontaneous combustion caused the blast and ensuing fire that burned two hours.
The Propylaeum hosts a commencement recital by graduates of the Metropolitan School of Music Monday night at 8. The program features John H. Roberts Agnes Lee Smith Katherine Bauer Charley C. Ebert Martha A. Van Wie Pearl Lucile Blake and faculty member Pearl Lucile Stale with selections ranging from Prologue Pagineer Leoncavallo to concertos and arias.
The Indianapolis Military band won first prize in a contest at the Peru estate meeting of the Bika on Wednesday. Several bands withdrew, leaving the Alexandria and Elwood bands alongside Indianapolis Military band. the prize offered was 100.
Four events planned for Saturdays meet by the Gentlemen's Driving Club at the Indiana Door of Hope fundraiser. The card lists trotting and pacing races with horses such as Jeasie Henry Portland Beill Lady D and Fanny Wilken among entries. Admission to benefit charity, card promises good finishes and a lively matinee.
The short session drew many delegates who enjoyed cigars and politics. Indiana interests captivated outsiders as G B Campbell of Oklahoma City eyed Vice President Fairbanks, while some debated convention plans and Greer for president. Adier read a paper on newspaper grit and Baumgartner discussed strikes after collecting editor letters. The gathering closed with Montani’s music.
Eighty six Hoosier editors gather at the German house for a casual informal evening as the National association winds down the week. No formal speeches, no music, only relaxed company and light refreshments. Tables are for resting feet and any sad storytelling or singing will lead to ejection.
Davenport ta editor writes in old fashioned style about early life in journalism. The piece reflects the journalist’s view of how history was reported and remembered, portraying a nostalgic tour through initial newspaper work and the evolution of news coverage.
Special to The Sux reports the Lincoln cabin relic arrived in Louisville under guard by four Kentucky militias and is on display during the city’s homecoming week. Once near Hodgenville, the cabin was moved in 1897 for a Nashville exhibit, later changing hands to a relic hunter and now undergoing careful restoration to its original appearance.
E P Adler of the Davenport Times recounts a life in newspapers from moving town to town to settling in Davenport. He details early roving habits, rising from pressroom work to city editor and manager, and urges improved employer employee trust as the National Editorial Association aims to meet in Jamestown next year with Danit leading outreach.
Mr Shiel, editor of the Ledger of Nobleavitis, told Wil Craig he aims to join the National Editorial Association. He argued a 306000 circulation two years ago should qualify him, citing past praise from Gindy Thomas and sanction from Jack Gowdy, before Craig abruptly exited.
B D Campbell, editor of the Hornet of Waukomis Oklahoma, travels to Indianapolis to locate Everett White, now five years in the city. White, 19, left Oklahoma as a child. Campbell finds three Everett Whites in Indianapolis and mails postcards to each, predicting a lobby confrontation at a hotel.
Charles D. Denlt, editor of the Times cenecist and Register at Solem, a,.
A long list of public meetings and social events is announced. Various clubs, churches, and organizations including Noor Auxiliary, Indies of Morris-st. M. E., East-end Benevolent club, Covenant Congregational church, Sixth Presbyterian church old society, Indiana Allied Editorial association, W. Washington Presbyterian church, Olive Branch Rebekah lodge auxiliary, Roberts Park M. B. church, and others schedule activities from Thursday to Friday. A San Francisco address topic and a German Musikverein officers list are noted, along with a church service plan at Sutherland Presbyterian chapel and a First Baptist Church music recital with multiple performers.
A historical pocket map by Mr Gion of Northern Wisconsin and Michigan joined by the Chicago and North Western railway. It details lakes streams wagon roads trails and other valuable information for boat hunting and fishing regions in the world. Mailed on receipt of four cents in postage to W B Xelskeru Passer Trade Mar Calage.
In Monticello Indiana on June 14 Prosecuting Attorney W C Thomas began state argument in the McCoy bank case Each side has one day eight hours for briefings McCoy last witness Thomas McCoy admits forgetting about certain checks The state contends McCoys overdraft of 3182000 stemmed from extravagance and political ties The defense and other counsel follow in order as Judge Fury set to charge by tomorrow evening
Robert B Roosevelt, uncle of the president and longtime Democratic figure, died at his country home near Bayville New York at 4 AM. He served as U S minister to the Netherlands from 187? to 188? and was treasurer of the Democratic National Committee during Cleveland’s era. A lawyer turned merchant, he was active in promoting game protection and exposed the embalmed beef scandal. He was 77 and his family was at his bedside.
A long critique traces the rise of elbow length gloves as a fashion craze. It notes the shift from long sleeves to bare arms, the shortage of black gloves, and the quick adaptation by manufacturers and shoppers. The piece mixes satire with practical tips on caring for exposed elbows.
Reports from Seoul and Tokyo describe grave unrest in Korea with mobs burning Japanese homes and Japanese women seeking refuge in Seoul. Warships are deployed to quell disturbances amid indications of imperial involvement. observers warn of political shifts and calls for reform echoing throughout the region.
CHICAGO June 11 Elmer Meyer, despondent over Minnie Rice's attentions, waited on Michigan boulevard and shot her three times. He then attempted suicide. The girl is expected to survive. Bedford Ind June 1. Andrew Z Acton, 64, Civil War veteran with the Fiftieth Indiana Infantry, died this morning.
William Jennings Bryan arrived in Petersburg from Berlin and dined with Prof Milukoff, leader of the Constitutional Democrats. He discussed the American political scene and reportedly said the early triumph of the Democrats was not certain.
The Boston News boys Protective union votes to send one member to Harvard University. It has a scholarship fund aiming for 35,000 dollars, now at 32,800 with income of 910. President Eliot, honorary member, suggests using income until funds are complete. Beneficiary will be chosen by competitive examination.
A discussion on whether divorced couples should remarry and how society treats ex-husbands. The piece weighs emotions, realism, and personal judgment, noting that divorce does not change character and that remarriage carries risk and hope.
Chicago June 14 John Alexander Dowie testified in Judge Landin court about Zion City bank and Zion City education. He claimed he gave his life and all to the cause, praised loyal faculty, and said he would return as Diljeh the reatorer. Dowie offered rules for one facing death and recounted waking after a near-death spell.
In Louisville a man, Clarence Sturgeon, claims self defense after three men came to his lover Daisy Jacksons room and threatened violence. He fired when two intruders allegedly drew revolvers, killing Broner 23 McMichnel and an unnamed man. Authorities note the incident followed a dispute over a visit. Local report details the confrontation and the suspect’s account.
Dr H W Wiley of the agriculture department in Washington will address the Indiana section of the American Chemical Society at the German house Thursday night. Boys of the June will hold first close at Denison hotel. Christian and Missionary alliance meetings continue at Mayflower Congregational church. Corpus Christ statue dedication service held Thursday at 3. Indian grain dealers meditation to meet at Claypool Hotel June 37. Marion lodge K of P dedicatory entertainment at new cantin ball. A Miller robbed of 600 in cavalry outfit. A W Eisen charged with dislocating wife’s shoulder. Ada Stewart and Elmner Rutherford arrested.
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