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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1904
Page
3
In the Corydon R. Rhimer appeal from the Mary Ann Young breach of promise judgment, forty love letters are filed with the transcript as exhibits. The case advances in room 3 of the Superior Court as judges review the fevered claim and the associated documents.
Bob Underwood, a colored man wanted on charges of assault and battery and gaming, escaped from City hospital on Friday and is at large. He was hospitalized after a fight with another man over a so called friendly wager, where he sustained a broken arm. Police are pursuing him as officials attend to other matter.
Woolruff Place residents are told by clerks at the controller's office they must pay vehicle dog and bicycle licenses even as nonresidents. Former controller Johnson produced a Supreme Court decision from March 184 that nonresidents using the streets must pay the same and lack special privileges.
An Atlantic City tale recalls Dr. Joan N. Oliver, famed for poise in waves, knocked over by a rogue two piece bathing suit. A friendly crowd finally frees him as neighbors lend aid and restore his attire.
Friday night marked the departure of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart from St. Patrick's boys' school. Graduates John James Shaughnessey and John Joseph Shaughnessey received diplomas. Louis Budenz won the old medal for highest grade in the nation. Women’s clubs seek a larger Indiana delegation at national meetings and closer relations between clubs.
In Zanesville on June 8 Alec Orme testified that the Commercial Bank examination revealed a shortage of at least $1000. He spoke on Friday afternoon about the circumstances surrounding the defunct Cambridge institution.
The Florodora Tag Company will award cash prizes totaling 145000 to entrants who correctly estimate the national vote for the presidential winner in the election on Tuesday November 6 1906. Entrants must submit five or ten coupon pieces and the completed forms by late November.
Strawberries are at the height of their season and will be gone in about a week at Ivans. Three quarts cost 25 cents while wheat sells two quarts for 15 cents. Cherries arrive in large quantities at ten cents a quart. New potatoes and beans from Hawker Wall are delayed but expected soon. Florida pineapples appear in large piles at eight cents each as buyers crowd the stands.
Mrs Mary Lohmar a tenured superior court plaintiff says her husband Jonn Lohman demanded she leave him before his patent on cement block making. He allegedly struck her three times in the neck during a quarrel over going downtown. She seeks divorce.
John Gallivan, clerk in the controller's office, reports telephone calls about an ordinance requiring a city license for clairvoyants. The measure, signed by the mayor or still unsigned, remains in the mayor's hands as of Saturday. Mayor Hultsman says he has not read it yet.
Washington June 16 President and Mrs Roosevelt and Miss Carow secreted away Friday night to witness the wedding of the president's niece at Hyde Park New York Saturday noon The secrecy was kept until the last moment Their private car traveled with the Fennesgi ganis train party after Miss Helen Roosevelt wed Theodore Douglas Robinson The couple then began the return journey The president and Mrs Roosevelt will spend Sunday at Valley Forge Virginia at the country home of Attorney General Knox.
Mrs. James Stinson of Meridian Street testified Saturday that her husband Brinson struck her on the head causing a deep gash after an assault and battery claim. A neighbor defended Brinson but the judge condemned the violence against a deaf and dumb wife and warned of strict action.
A city committee led by Mayor Holtzman conferred at the statehouse with Gov. Durbin on postponing the sale of part of the park land. Durbin refused to delay, citing state needs for a new facility, and a private sale option with the city was considered but rejected. The governor pledged to relay the city’s wishes to the state commission and arrange further talks before any disposal proceeds.
Work began this week on the north front of the new federal building with granite setting starting Saturday. The north front is described as handsome architecturally, and efforts will rush completion with the contractor recording progress on the Indianapolis project.
Prosecutor defers action in the suit for Mivarce by Lizzie Ford against William Foard after testimony about a marriage at age 13. Court records show license dated Nov 27, 1841, with John Mason stating the girl was over 14. The prosecutor confirms potential grand jury testimony only if witnesses are available.
A buggy carrying Mr and Mrs C L Hare and children was torn apart in a wreck at Washington and Alley Bend Street when it collided with a Hibben Hollowed delivery wagon. Witnesses called it miraculous that no one was hurt as rescuers picked up the uninjured family.
Paris dispatch reports during British maneuvers at Ajaccio Corsica two torpedo boats collided and one sank. The incident occurred Saturday and was confirmed by a London despatch.
Dr MC Pearson, pastor, leads Paree friends church. The church work is divided into ten departments with the ancvil department led by Mrs RW Furnan credited for significant progress.
William F. Kramer sues Elizabeth Cramer for divorce amid testimony of pre marriage disclosures. Lawyers J. P. Baker and court actions outline appeals by Consumers’ Gas Trust directors, with majority filing to compel minority to join. Various local notices record foreclosures, water supply issues, fair attendance, and forthcoming public events.
Rev W McWhealen appeals for donor names and funds to build a new Rescue Mission home. He cites an upcoming October goal, central location, and church support as crucial, noting many donors are church members while seeking to help unchurched individuals through religious outreach.
The Humpty Dumpty pantomime scheduled for next week at the Washington studio ground has been postponed to the week ending in July. The company sent necessary items and the show will be repeated with the same, funnier old variation.
A fragment notes a forthcoming work by Dr. Mase ry J. Spencer about boiled water. It suggests oxidation as a key issue and mentions treating water to remove air and improve taste, through filtration and exposure to jets in the xenogen, aiming to make water fit for use.
Police describe a busy Saturday with plentiful food as a robbery and an incident occurred on New York Street. A bread-laden truck was intercepted early that morning and a mob scene erupted in front of Mitchell’s store. Three men were seized during the disturbance while others fled, and detectives are continuing the investigation.
A man admitted to spanking his wife during a domestic quarrel and was fined by a justice of the peace. He claimed the act followed her scolding, and a court ordered him to pay support within a week for his wife. The incident underscores ongoing tensions in a private home.
In St Paul on June first a dispute arises after Mrs Nelile Glover who died in 193? allegedly gave her age five years younger than Abe. J R Glover may be unable to collect $1.00 insurance from Royal Neighbors of America. A claim began in Fargo and was transferred to St Paul. Further text is garbled with unrelated fragments about a Saddle incident near a home.
The Pirsaant boulevard case sits with the park board amid objections to appraisals. Superintendent Fower notes the board may change or approve awards, and property owners will be heard if they object. Timing for actions remains uncertain, with decisions possibly soon.
Ahad Mipehir reported a burgling incident at a residence on Wednesday night. The thief entered through a window and stole a pocketbook while the occupant watched, with neighbors Tate Ronee and others present.
A neighborhood boy, Little Walter Bolinger, age 11, was playing in an empty box car near his home when it was coupled to a moving train. He managed to escape after about six minutes, then was found and taken to his home. Police are investigating the incident.
Chicago grain markets show wheat and corn mixed as June prices wobble with July futures in play while Cincinnati and East Buffalo report mixed live stock moves. Trading lists offer price ranges for barley oats and rye with Chicago produce noting dairy and poultry shifts.
Market items show No 3 wheat around 31.06 while corn figures appear for Lottise and Onts at 186 taс. Shaw and Sinema Peale listed with $2.00 in unclear terms. Text is fragmented and prices are partially garbled.
Chicago live stock receipts for Monday show cattle, hogs, and sheep totals with mixed prices for prime beef, cows, heifers, and stockers. Texas hogs, western cattle, and market values are listed alongside New York produce quotes for pork, sugar, poultry, butter, cheese, and eggs with varying grades and regional references.
Public notices detail several sheriff sales in Marion County Indiana. Creditors pursue properties from Gunlay E Pohlman and Rebecca J Martinet to The Railroadmen's Building and Saving Association and others with Decrees, bids set between 10 AM and 4 PM on Saturdays, and properties including Johnson heirs additions and Lorians Lane area in Indianapolis.
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