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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1906
Page
2
A man and a woman died by their own actions in a suspected murder suicide pact. The woman's son is also named as a victim in the plot. The pair left letters to their friends and associates, mentioning two angels on the way to heaven.
A chaotic New York report covers a double murder suicide pact involving Mrs Barens and Edward Gannette in Williamaburgh, with farewells in German notes. Police describe a grim scene with gas jets opened and a child victim, while other local items include a worker’s fall at Herron Art Institute and various minor crimes and disputes.
Governor Harris announces no decisions on confidential clerk appointments as he begins duties. He returns with the funeral train to Columbus and moves into two Hartman Hotel apartments. Rumors name C. C. Lemert E Albright and Randolph W Walton as potential secretary candidates, while the late Patton's writ remains in use.
A Wisconsin University agriculture report finds that spraying sulphate of tren over crops in Kengsha Shigleby area eliminates Canada thistle and wild mustard, seen as major pests. University scientists note potential 35 percent yield gains if thistle and mustard are removed, with spraying equipment imported from Germany enabling large scale application at modest cost.
A 42 year old man, believed by Mrs. Miller to be her missing husband, was found dead in White River near Walnut Street after leaving home amid a drunken dispute. No direct evidence of suicide, but Mrs. Miller suspects self harm. Also buried is a colored boy aged about six who drowned in Fall Creek while helping a white boy recover a kite. stepson status to be checked.
A photo in The Sun shows Saint Bernardis King of Dogs, touted as the best American box in show rings. Mayor of Watford, owner A Newlyn of Pennsylvania, defends his champion against rivals, with a last victory over DeLacee. The winner is valued at $10,000 and must skip fan contests this season.
Washington dispatch reports House members exposed adulteration tricks by food makers, displaying sawdust bread and colored coffee. Representative Mann argued the Pure Food Bill would pass, citing unsafe practices such as using lamp black in pepper and rotten eyes in oleomargarine while a ton of other dubious methods were described. The debate covered standard can sizes, imports, and concerns over labeling and artificial flavors.
Rigo the Gypsy Fiddler, a New York performer, insured his finger for 25 000 dollars after past injuries damaged his career. He explained that a burned child never plays with fire and noted a special policy covering finger loss and temporary arm injuries, while describing his tattooed arm and ornate persona.
Willam J Bryan’s Commoner argues the spirit of 1996 still inspires the Democratic platform while warning the next platform may vary on money questions. He says returning brethren uphold principles without reviving factional strife and that harmony must not sacrifice Democratic principles.
The fragment summarizes Democratic platform ideas from 1896 and 1908, referencing Chicago statements, gold production, and the party’s stance as a sane middle path. It contrasts Republican fiscal policy and Socialist radicalism, arguing for equal privileges and government fidelity to decree. The text notes timetabling as a principle and the need for future platforms.
City health authorities report ongoing action against tainted meat and chemically treated products sold at the city market. Meat inspectors condemned a large quantity offered by a dealer on Thursday, amid findings of chemical use. City officials say they acted promptly and cooperated with state probes.
A Manhattan style liquor mystery in Brooklyn after cocktails allegedly laced with wood alcohol killed a 22 year old teacher and a 10 year old cousin at 735 Chauncey Street. Evangeline Fulford 14 and others fell ill as the group moved from a celebration to a deadly illness. Police investigate connections to a public school and the missing or secret marriage of Miss Jessie Budd to Thomas Tesger.
An Ohio woman credits Grape-Nuts with restoring health after years of indigestion and nervous fatigue. After trying various regimens, her husband urged the food’s trial and she reports dramatic weight gain, improved sleep, and renewed vitality. She praises the product and recommends it to others unable to find relief.
Evangeline Fulford testified she had only a few drinks while Mrs. Bosquet drank heavily. Police allege two deaths resulted from alcohol poisoning after a summer outing at Stenack's place. Surnames Bosquet Fulford Hirshind and Eteneck are tied to the liquor purchases and the salonkeeper's arrest, with motives and family knowledge shaping the case.
The Glass Bottle Blowers announce a bill to ban collecting and selling secondhand bottles or jars used for goods. It prescribes fines up to $5 and up to two days in jail, allows health officials to enforce provisions, and repeals conflicting laws. A copy reached Dr. Morton who has not yet voiced opinion.
A busy slate of public events unfolds across Indianapolis with lectures, socials, and religious observances. Clerks from Indiana gathered at Broad Ripple Park, while Butler College hosts Benjamin the Wheeler Friday night. Baptist churches unite for a combined Friday dinner and Sunday school picnic at Riverside Park. The Northeast WC. T. C. Witt meets Friday afternoon with Mrs. Bunker. McNeven Hive No. 136 plans a card party at Pierson Hall. I. & C. hosts a Friday night social at Sirx A. S. Anderson’s home. St. Washington ME Ladies Aid prepare Friday lawn social. Sunday features Sacred Heart Church confirmation and parochial school closing exercises. St. Francis Basilica art exhibit opens Saturday, running through next week. Katherine Newsom will give a piano recital Friday 2 to 8 pm at home with Alf Dorothy Krause and Mine Adeline Craig assisting. Sacred Heart parish observances include services and a Holy Day celebration with benediction and blessing. Trinity BL RK Church Home Missionary Society announces officers for the year.
The day’s city register lists multiple births including Nathan and SMaysit Freeman a boy Earnest and Florence Deere a boy and more at various addresses. It also records deaths such as Rose G. Gaies and Albert Upham with causes like fever and millary tuberculosis and notes marriages and building permits across numerous locales.
At dawn the Mahoney Castle stronghold near the Morriy-st bridge was stormed by Chief Deputy Fish and Game Commissioner Earle and assistants. John Mahoney Dennis Manones and August Ethel were captured with two seines and 230 fish. One prisoner fled before capture then was retaken. All four were fined and jailed in Marion county. A nearby man said fresh fish would be plentiful Friday.
An advertisement for Albert Fandrey Spacianat invites viewers to see his work at his church and first-class residence on Rellefentabes Street, featuring woodwork, strep-band painting, frescoing on lime end burlap, and Alto stucco painting with a Pendle price of 116 dollars.
Special to the Aum, MATTERUTG, Pa. June 2. Mary Dodmer, an Honorian woman, stands arraigned in pentnihal court on a charge of murdering her day-old infant in December. Interpreters aided proceedings as the court heard testimony from detective Sonnefeld and others about the baby's death and the alleged concealment in a Springdale cellar.
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