21 Jun 1906
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1906
Page
1
The Grand American Handicap at the Indianapolis Gun Club faced poor results as strong winds disrupted the opening round. About 250 shooters entered, with high scores scarce and reports of 26 targets as a strong mark. The race promises a tight finish, with Fred Gilbert absent due to rheumatism.
The Indiana meet at Indianapolis Gun Club drew notable shooters including James Bell Josh Machalla and Dr H Moore club president Dr Britton EB Tripp and Denver guests promoting the Western handicap in Denver August 21 to 23 with an expected 350 shooters and 1300 added money. Delaware’s L J Quiner had a standout 139 consecutive targets while Frank Butler of New York praised its scale and diversity in a career spanning 20 years.
Coroner learns the body pulled from White River near Walnut is that of William Miller. A Detroit insurer receipt in his packet points to J W Jackson, agent for American Health and Accident Insurance Co. Police seek Jackson. body found after about nine days in water. The deceased is described as about 45, railroad worker type, wearing overalls with a black sack coat.
In New York on June 21 two thousand spectators watched the Suburbia handicap at Sheepshead Bay. Eleven evenly matched horses faced the starter for the 420000 purse amid variable weather and cloud cover. Notable contenders included Proper and Go Between with odds ranging from 3 to 1 to 18 to 1 as morning gallops suggested a competitive, loosely led field.
James Burchfield, 27, testified in criminal court that Acting Captain Chauncey Manning and three detectives threatened him in a private room at the police station, prompting a false confession to stealing $50 from Dr. Barnum after leaving his restaurant. Police denied threats, noting they urged truthfulness and did not beat him. The case links past robbery suspicions to a two year missing suspect who fled after the doctors visit.
John M. Larue, a longtime Lafayette resident and former member of the state legislature, died this afternoon. A Republican, he was noted as the oldest practicing lawyer in the city and a historic figure in local politics.
In Alabama, June 21, a grocery store owned by Grant Phau in Eerippe McFine Frees Association was dynamited. The brick front was wrecked, no injuries though Phau's family was in a rear room. A possible suspect was seen escaping. Phau had recently pleaded guilty in Smith's court to charges of selling without a license.
Anderson Ind June 0 The Flying Rollers religious sect based at Denton Harbor plans automobile use for travel and missions. Tyler of Benton Harbor, a House of Israel representative, bought a $200 automobile from local dealer and ordered another. He and a sect member drive the new car from this city toward Benton Harbor, funded from the sect treasury. The Flying Rollers have traveled the country on bicycles.
Washington June 71 The president sent the following nomination to the senate for approval Edward L Adams of New York to be consul general at Stockholm Sweden James Ontivares of Missouri to Managua Nicaragua Lester Maynard of California to Sandhan Borneo The text is a damaged OCR result with multiple misspellings and unclear dates.
B Wilson Smith, Indianapolis minister and noted historian, enters the contest for state librarian to succeed W K Henry. Smith, a Virginia native who moved to Indiana, has long been active in Republican circles and previously served as Lafayette postmaster. His supporters say his background in Indiana history and early state growth would aid his administration and advance his scholarly works.
CHICAGO June 21 The Western Golf Association opens its sixth annual open championship at the Homewood Country Club with top pros and amateurs in the field. Robert White of Rainsloe and Robert Foulis of Glen Echo St Louis headed groups starting at 9 am, while Willie Anderson and Willy Smith are paired as pre-tournament favorites. The field includes every national champion since 1899 except Harry Vardon. Arthur Smith of Columbus, last year’s champion, seeks to defend the title with both professionals and amateurs in the events.
Fragmentary OCR text presents muddled names, products, and phrases. It mentions Dianes AS, Wulschner, Monnete Kandoi ts, medicine for women and den, carpets, cleaning cars, and various poor legible items. No coherent event or clear entities to summarize.
Eyewitness notes population decline in San Francisco after a major quake. Projections warn years of slow recovery with cautious rebuilding of low wooden structures and eventual rise of concrete construction as the city regroups and relocates toward a rebuilt core near the Golden Gate.
In Corydon Indiana Hollis Corl after a quarrel armed with a shotgun ambushed Pearl Vance, a playmate of his age, inflicting a fatal skull fracture. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
The last hours of Richayl G. in Chicago show a tense scene as he nears execution for the Beste Hollister murder. He writes a morning letter to Hannah Johnson, believed to be his sweetheart, while officials consider possible final appeals and statements from the State Board of Pardons.
Four men from the Good Law and Order League of Jackson park attended Bulles court Thursday as witnesses against Mrs Mary Byana owner of a drug store. Mrs Evans was arrested last week and pleaded guilty to selling liquor without a license receiving fines and costs. The league spokesman suggested leniency while aiming to curb liquor sales at the drug store.
A mass protest in New York drew sharp criticism of President Roosevelt over his stance on suffrage for Russia. Scribes report a large turnout with most attendees condemning the administration while rabbis urged continued support from the country’s Jewish community.
The Indiana State Busy Day School Association holds a convention in Kokomo with Mrs. M. J. Baldwin Mrs. S. P. Whiocerd and Mrs. Ida Porter of Indianapolis addressing the primary and junior grades at the Y.M.C.A. buildings. Bishop Vincent of Indianapolis addresses graduates in church training. Mrs. J. M. Glunabrenner speaks to the children at the 5 MLC A building. Com Call to for Golden Tint.
Gen Grosvenor, in immaculate white, burst into National House after Journal reading, prompting sudden applause from members and a broad smile from Speaker Cannon. The moment halted routine business as the Vita veteran drew cheers and curiosity among lawmakers.
William Cummings faced a judge as witnesses testified he had loafed for six years while claiming he could work only two months. He admitted limited recent work and blamed circumstances. Judge Whallon ordered him jailed and fined for loitering amid a tense courtroom exchange.
In Lagho Indiana at 2 a m a large bell at the Western hotel rang loudly when operator Stra Kgnow 73 fought to stop four burglars attempting entry. The bell’s ringing alarmed nearby residents and likely deterred the crime.
A Sevastopol telegram dated June 21 reports a small mutiny by part of the garrison who fired three guns. The mutineers were later disarmed.
A damaged fragment outlines a summer scene on a Michigan lake with a repaired ship, casino vibes, and gambling themes. The piece mentions excursions, a Ramblers plan, and authorities contemplating court actions, hinting at safety and secrecy concerns around lakefront adventures and racing imagery. The text blends names like Berippe and McRes with references to docks, boats, and potential investigations.
New York reports a fresh clue in the Mrs Kinnen murder, with Capt Price stating the writer of a revealing letter holds "great portancy" and may be in custody within 48 hours. Police remain unsure of the writer's gender as detectives requestion the victim and examine a secret room loot and other found weapons.
Dennis of Indiana is named assistant prosecutor of state in Washington. Born in Richmond in 1878, he studied at Illinois, Illinois University and Columbia. The latest bracelet offer at $3.50 is advertised as secure and durable by J. P. Miles, 28 Monument, Pinellas.
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