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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1903

Page

1

Readjustment plans spark debate at woodmen convention

Delegates spar over readjustment of premiums with Judge George W Clark leading the committee. A 2% to meet and discuss plans is set for Friday. The gathering includes figures like Tory Williamson and John Sullivan with lighthearted asides from supporters and critics.

George W. W. Clark Topeka Kas Ciairman Atste Tory Williamson Woodmen's Urbana Woodmen Tom Sor Michigan Michigander Union Station

Parade of Woodmen and Foresters Dazzles Indianapolis Crowd

Thousands of Woodmen and Foresters march in an immense parade from the head camp on E Washington St. About 1,500 uniformed foresters participate. The procession features brigades led by Gen. Lewis P. Strawn and Adtigen Liggett, with bands from the Iowa National Guard and multiple battalions from Omaha Lincoln Toledo and more.

E. Washingtonst Indianapolis Adtigen. Liggett Lewis. P. Strawn Uem Lise Bett Fist Brigade Hugnt Iowa National Guard

Liner Advertisements on Ninth Page

Classified notices show positions for a housekeeper and a dishwasher, rooms for rent both furnished and unfurnished, a Jersey cow for sale, and a girl or young woman sought for housework. Also listed are a gold watch lost and mortgage loans.

Jersey Cow Oder

No Married Couple Ever in This House, Clifton KY

Clifton Kentucky June 1 John C G Epler remains a bachelor who spent his life within two miles of his birthplace. He died in a house once called Bachelors' retreat that sheltered his bachelor brother an old maid sister an uncle and three nephews all never married. His father was a Revolutionary War veteran who ran Versailles first hotel a century ago. The deceased was the last survivor of eleven children only two of whom had married.

Clifton John CG. Epler Epler Eplers Versailles

Sweet Girl Graduate Elope With Farmer in Hamilton

Mabel Collins daughter of Mayor Collins elopes with Eph Armstrong a farmer after finishing school. The couple’s action follows family tensions amid a contested elopement story reported from Hamilton North Dakota.

Farmer Hamilton N. D Mabel Collins Collins Eph Armstrong Truckner Armstrong

Want Bishop Quoted. Itteh-Ameri can Priests Seek Bishop Matz Removal

Several American priests in the Denver diocese filed claims with the American embassy in Rome asking officials to use influence for the removal of Bishop Matz of Denver. The petition details are reported from Rome dated June 18.

Rome Diocese of Denver Matz

Manion Launches Campaign for Councilman-at-Large

Willam P. Manion of 5088 Delaware district announces he will seek the Democratic nomination for councilman-at-large from the new ward 12. An active Democratic worker, Manion operates in real estate and insurance.

Manion Willam P. Manion Delaware

Fire and Theft Endanger Two Grocers in Hamilton Area

Early morning blaze at 915 Hamilton Ave nearly destroyed two rolled stacks of currency stolen by Charles and William Koehler. A servant girl spotted burning money in the stove and saved about one inch of each bill. George Hitz arranged redemption with a bank replacing the damaged notes.

Hamilton Ave E. Tenth St Gardens of Fortune Chames Koehler Mr. Koehler George Hitz Ws, Delawnrest

Gold Watches Free to Boys and Girls

The Sun offers a gold watch to every boy and girl who recruits new Sun subscribers in Indianapolis and surrounding counties. No need to carry papers. deliver to subscribers. Earn five or more subscribers quickly. Deadline August 1. Visit The Sun office for blanks and instructions.

SUN Indianapolis

Barr Declares He Was Justified In Shooting Eugene Burke

Meade Barr, hailed as a Philippine hero, admits firing at Eugene Burke after a crowd pursued Burke near Kingan and Co. packing plant. Burke died two hours later at a hospital. Barr pleads not guilty and claims the shooting was justified.

Barr Eugene Burke Gertrude Worth W. Maryland Sr Mackford Georgia Burke White River Sam Ne Vegto Chy Hagokal W. Market St Fis Eljizabethtown Ind Manning Burr

Milwaukee fracas settles as Hickey keeps Cantillon in line

In Chicago on June 18 the American association faced a possible showdown over President Hickey’s suspension of Milwaukee manager Joe Cantillon after a controversial game. Key figures from Columbus Toledo and Louisville conferred and opted to back Hickey. Havenor’s protest centered on Cantillon’s ban, but the dispute ended with remaining wary of club withdrawals, assurances of franchise continuity, and the association’s growing financial strength.

Chicago American Association Hickey Joe Cantillon Milwaukee Harenar Association Acc Tt. J. Bryce Columbus C.J. Brobel Toledo George Tebeau Louisville Kansas City Indianapolis Cunningham Havenor Cantilon Cantillon

Assassins Order Another Man Shot Down

Reports from Jackson state that Lexington citizens fear new assassination plots after the trial. An anonymous letter signed A feminine admirer warned a local man to leave town, claiming he had been ordered killed.

Lexington Jackson

If 1 Were Mayor John J Appel Opinion

A quotation from John J Appel arguing if he were mayor he would permit four saloons to open under decent rules while closing all gambling rooms, stating he does not believe in permitting any form of gambling.

John J. Appel

Camp Reece Camp Hit by Heat Sickness at Camp

The Camp Reece hospital reports high patient load as foresters suffer heat related illnesses. Over patients treated with three prostrations Wednesday. Heat strain from drills and dress parades blamed for the afflictions. no accidents since camp pitched. Cleveland operators Adams and Barber retire with assets around 71,000 and liabilities near 308,000.

Cleveland Adams and Barber MabiWtles

Payne Lops Of Another Head In Washington Post Office

Washington officials report Postmaster Seb Payne removed James B. Metcalf from his role as superintendent of the money order division due to opposition to a bid. Edward Kimball will act as superintendent until a new appointment. Bristow’s inquiries reveal irregular pay and promotions, including military and special rolls, with further possible indictments.

Washington Seb. Payne James B. Metcalf Metcalf Paul Herman Rutherford N. J Wynkoop, Tallenvack, Crawford Company New York Metcaf Edward ¥. Kimball Metcal Metcall Bristow Washington Post Office Oliver H. Smith Ferry S. Meath Ainnum Smith A. W. Machen Toker Chiss Henry Lorenz Toledo Driggs Busines Hlai Postofice Driggs Flenie Congress Pany Iting

Russia Moves on Thibet and Manchuria, Says Chinese Reports

June 18 Victoria B C dispatch claims Russia plans seizure of Thibet with engineers entering eastern Thibet to settle along with others. Chinese residents in Thibet allege the czar seeks Manchuria Mongolia and Korea as part of broader ambitions.

Victoria B. C Russia China Thibet Manchuria Mongolia Korea

Fight Over Von Buelow Grows in Berlin

Berlin dispatch reports rising calls for Chancellor Von Buelow to resign after socialist gains in the general elections. Conservative papers join the push, urging a strong figure to crush socialism by coercion.

Berlin Sty von Buelow

Weather forecast for Indianapolis and nearby area

Forecast for the 36 hours ending 7 p.m. Thursday shows partly cloudy skies with possible showers. Temperatures rise from 58 at 7 a.m. to 71 at noon and 73 by 2 p.m. Warmer conditions expected with chances of showers in Indiana and adjacent states. Southerly winds.

Indianapolis Vicinnity Dunn Indiana

Toledo Triumph Over Kansas City Battalion in Drill Meet

The Toledo team won 81 to 25 against Kansas City battalions in a Camp drill contest. Judges were Col. J. T. Barnett Capt. W. P. Burnham and Capt. F. D. Webster. The Totek team was led by Maj. L. W. Howard and included five Toledo Centennial units under Capt. Arthur Hil and others, plus a 77‑member bugle corps.

Toledo Kansas City J. T. Barnett W. P. Burnham F. D. Webster Totek L. W. Howard Wattalon Toledo—Centennial Arthur Hil Ideal W. W. Stratton Royal Dubois Lucas Waters East Toledos H. Birkenhauer Battalio Bugle Corps

Pope Leo III Again In Madrid Report

Madrid government confirms pope's condition remains unstable though not fatally due to undeposition. Paris dispatches note Prussian Vatican envoy was instructed to issue daily bulletins on the pope's health, which remains precarious.

Madrid Rusala Paris Vatican

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