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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1908

Page

2

Indiana Democrats plan special train to Denver convention

The Indiana Democratic Club launches a July 4 special train from Indianapolis for 100 to 150 delegates heading to the Democratic national convention in Denver. Thomas Taggart, national chairman, and Thomas R. Marshall will join the trip, with Lincoln Neb. stops to visit W J Bryan. Separate attendance by nonmembers encouraged.

Indiana Denver Albany Thomas Taggart John E. Lamb Indiana Democratic Club Indianapolis Lincoln Neb Indiana Party W. J. Bryan Thomas R. Marshall W. H. O'Brien National Committee

Woodmen Honor Zouave Team at Fountain Square Hall

Marion camp 3558 Modern Woodmen of America will host a reception for its renowned Zouave team at Fountain Square Hall Thursday night. The unit recently returned from Peoria Illinois after drill performances before Head Consul Talbot, earning prizes and invitations amid a large turnout.

Marion Modern Woodmen of America Indiana Fountain Square Hall Peoria Talbot United States Army Woodcraft

John Mitchell declines Illinois governor bid

John Mitchell former president of the Mine Workers Union of America will not run for Illinois governor on the Democratic ticket nor seek the vice presidency. He will head the trade agreement department at the National Civic Federation with a $6000 annual salary to mediate disputes and promote industrial peace.

Chicago John Mitchell Mine Workers’ Union of America Illinois Mitchell

ADVANCE GUARD AT DENVER FOR THE CONVENTION

Urey Woodson secretary of the Democratic national committee and Roger C Sullivan chairman of the arrangements committee arrived in Denver to begin preliminaries for the national convention opening July 7. They inspected the new auditorium and found it suitable. Sergeant at arms John L Martin accompanied them.

Denver Col

Very Effective Remedy for Kidneys and Bladder

An old home tonic claims to restore kidney function and prevent health issues. It describes a recipe using Balmwort and Sarsaparilla syrup, dosed before meals and at night with plenty of water. Also marketed for children to address bed-wetting and acid urine.

Tim Maily

Rosberg Death and Lockard Funeral Mentioned in City Notices

Mrs Gustave Rosberg died at 215 N Arsenal avenue after eight months illness caused by stomach trouble. Survived by husband two sons and two daughters. Funeral at home Wednesday afternoon. Col Lorenzo B Lockard longtime Knights of Honor leader dies in Toledo Ohio. Services conducted by B P O Elks in that city. Burial in Hanover Ohio. He leaves two sons and three daughters. wife predeceased him. Born January 2 1838 in Hanover.

Rosberg Gustave Rosberg N. Arsenal Avenue Col. Lockard Hanover

City to kill dogs at large to curb rabies

New York officials declare war on rabies as the Board of Health orders inspectors to kill all dogs running at large without muzzles or licenses starting Wednesday. Dr Darlington announced the drastic action amid recent rabies deaths in the city.

New York Darlington

Vice-President Plans Return to Indianapolis Law Practice

Vice-President C. WW. Fairbanks says he will spend the summer preparing to resume the legal profession in Indianapolis. He will stay in Indianapolis with his secretary George B. Lockwood. He called on Gov. J. Frank Hanly to thank him for the nominating speech in Chicago.

C. WW. Fairbanks Indianapolis George B. Lockwood J. Frank Hanly Chicago

Tragedy as Man Struck by Traction Car in Crawfordsville

In Crawfordsville Indiana on June 3 John Priest was struck by a traction car and perhaps fatally injured. He may have suffered severe injuries and emergency responders attended the scene. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.

Crawfordsville Ind John Priest

Brookline man wounds umpire in baseball game incident

W F Mason of Brookline shot Ed Haas during a Freehold Real Estate versus Pittsburg Trust game at the ball grounds in Pittsburg. Haas died within minutes. Mason claimed the shooting was accidental as he fired blank shells to liven the crowd. Umpire J H McGinnity was seriously wounded in the chest.

Pittsburg Larry Ed Haas W. F. Mason Brookline Freehold Real Estate Company Lawrence Bartley Public Safety Building Pittsburg Trust Company J. H. McGinnity Haas Freehold Mason Hans

Pachi Party to Nominate Best Citizens

Prohibitionists of Marion county plan a full county ticket at Morristown hall Tuesday night. Chairman Julius Shepard says the party will field capable men to oppose the two old party tickets. Possible nominees include Charles H Lemon Rev H G Hill and C H McDowell for state senate races. For representatives W L Brown C D Tyler C A Kinder and Marion Vanarsdel are named. Samuel Schuck and Thomas R Lewis seek county treasurer. George Hitz may run for county commissioner. J J Millhouse also mentioned for that post. M J Comer is proposed for sheriff.

Marion County Morrison Hall Julius Shepard Charles H. Lemon H. G. Hill C. H. McDowell W. L. Brown C. D. Tyler C. A. Kinder Marion Vanarsdel Samuel Schuck Thomas R. Lewis George Hitz J. J. Millhouse M. J. Comer

Loeb Suggested for Chairman of Republicans

New York dispatch notes that amid Taft campaign planning President Roosevelt may intervene to resolve a deadlock over party leadership. Rumors say secretary to the president Loeb could be named if Frank Hitchcock declines the post, with Wright succeeding Taft in the war portfolio and Hitchcock possibly reconsidering.

Roosevelt Sagamore Hill Taft Luke E. Wright Cincinnati Frank H. Hitchcock Wittchcock Loeb Toed Hitchcock

Yeomen Memorial Services and Rowena Circle Formed

Harmony Homestead of the Brotherhood of American Yeomen will hold memorial services Thursday night at their hall 52 Circle. Afterward the degree staff will meet in full uniform. Ladies form Rowena Circle to foster fellowship assist officers care for the sick and plan social events.

Harmony Homestead Brotherhood of American Yeomen

Girl in Man's 1065 Arrested by Police

Miss Tansey Wright, 20, found at May Kanard 524 Ww. Chesapeake Street in man's clothes. Patrolmen Okey and Bardash arrested her on a charge of loitering. The girl claimed she was eating or passing through and made no further admission.

Tansey Wright May Kanard Chesapeake Street Okey and Bardash

Yale Degrees Honor Big Trust Group At Commencement

President Hadley leads Yale to award honorary degrees to J Pierpont Morgan John Stevens and Otto Barnard in a landmark trust themed ceremony. Taft attends as Morgan is hailed for stabilizing the financial crisis with remarks expected at the conferral. The event highlights ties between railroads Standard Oil and Yale at this year’s commencement.

New Haven Conn William H. Taft Alltrust Yale J. Pierpont Morgan John Stevens New Haven Road Panama Canal Otto Barnard Standard Oil Company East Standard Oil Hadley Pierpont Morgan Mellen Stevens Mr. Morgan Taft

Rivers of fire run in country from oil tanks

Meadowland Pennsylvania June 23 lightning struck a Southwestern Pennsylvania pipeline oil tank causing a massive explosion. Burning oil flowed to an adjoining tank, both holding 35 000 barrels. Flames lit the sky for miles, sightseers arrived, but no injuries were reported.

Meadowland Southwestern Pennsylvania Pireline Company Washington

Elevation work on E Washington moves forward

The city plans to separate railroad grades on East Washington Street and the Belt this week after a Public Works vote. Contracts with railroad companies should be signed soon. Elevation on Washington Street to be completed this year with a cost near 100000, city paying one fourth. New York and Michigan crossings to be removed later followed by Prospect Street crossings.

Washington Street Board of Public Works New York Michigan Prospect Street E. Washington Street

Kamisky Buys Illinois House for 15000 Near South Street

Julius M. Kamisky purchased the Illinois house from the Essman heirs for 15000. The deal was completed through the Indiana Trust Company. The property sits on S Illinois Street near South Street.

Julius M. Kamisky Illnois House Essman Indiana Trust Company S. Illinois Street South Street

Fire destroys over million in Quebec city blaze

Quebec June 23. A nighttime fire in the lower town wiped out 20 buildings and caused losses exceeding $1,000,000. No fatalities reported.

Three Rivers Quebec

Pilgrim charged in wife’s death after 40 day cancer cure fast

Chicago June 23 Adam F Thompson known as The Pilgrim a Zion City fanatic was charged with responsibility for the death of his wife who perished after forty days of fasting his so called cure for cancer.

Chicago Adam F. Thompson Zion City the Pilgrim

Prohibitionists Plan Fourth of July Celebration in Riverside Park

Marion county Prohibitionists announce a Fourth of July gathering at South Grove Riverside Park with a basket dinner in the grove. Sumner W. Jana is listed as a candidate in the event. further details follow in local notices.

Marion County South Grove Riverside Park Sumner W . Jana

Republican central committee to distribute spellbinders in Indiana

The Republican state central committee will meet next week to arrange for spreading spellbinders across the state for an oratorical and spread-eagle campaign in Indiana. Secretary Carl Riddick says six months of polls are in and the group must mobilize to boost turnout to win.

Republican State Central Committee Indiana Carl Riddick

Capt Wallace Foster Celebrates 71st Birthday

Capt. Wallace Foster known as The Flag Man celebrated his seventy first birthday anniversary Monday in Indianapolis. He is praised as a patriotic loyalist and beloved by city children for his years of kind involvement with schools.

Wallace Foster Foster Indianapolis

Mosquito Bite Fatal in Chicago Man Named McCarthy

Lawrence Mc Carthy of 1690 Pemberton Avenue died in Chicago from blood poisoning after a mosquito bite. The death was reported on June 3. Medical officials note the rare complication can follow bites from common insects.

Chicago Lawrence McCarthy Pemberton Avenue

A Pleasant Prompt from The Indiana Trust Co

With 1908 half gone, evaluate expenses and cut costs. Start an account now with this strong company and earn 3 percent safe rate. The Indiana Trust Co offers a home for savings with capital paid in and surplus earned.

Indiana Trust CO

Boarder Stabs Man Twice in Back at O Brien Home

Michael Bannon, 39 Terrace Avenue, a former boarder at Patrick O Brien, stabbed O Brien twice in the back at his home on Monday night. He is held at police headquarters on an assault and battery with intent to kill charge after returning to the residence and reportedly making insulting remarks to Mrs. O Brien.

Michael Bannon Terrace Avenue Patrick O'Brien Fenneman = streat O'Brien Bannon O’brien

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