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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1903
Page
3
Albert Sontag and his wife aged about 30 were found dead in their Steger residence near Chicago on Wednesday. Police cannot determine if it was double suicide or murder with self-inflicted death, pending investigation.
June 4 Washington dispatch reports Postmaster General Payne's confidential secretary H F Hann is likely to resign within days. Charges say Rand, an official at a mining firm led by August W Machen, used his position to dispose of company stock. An investigation partially cleared Rand, but Roosevelt pressed for retirement for the service's sake.
In La Grange Ga June M two bodies were recovered from Lone Cane Creek Conley a noted planter and Ira Anderson. The woman’s head was crushed while Conley’s body showed no violence leading to belief he may have drowned himself the pair had been missing for months and investigators suspect a homicide followed by suicide or accident involving the couple.
President Parry backs a strike insurance company, with a National Association of Manufacturers committee to meet in New York on Friday to promote the venture. Key organizers include J G Battelle of New York and Columbus, Jesse Peterson of Lockport, N Y, and T F Nannemacher of Louisville, amid talk of a large capital base.
Detroit Mich June 3 Public Commissioner D W Mooreland has been under council investigation for a month disappeared Saturday and the general belief is he fled. The council acting a committee report will declare his office vacant Mooreland is charged with neglect and resignation. James Morffy resigns as Bartenders Union president at a union meeting Thursday Keller elected pick 1cs none meet of Board of public safety due to chairman sending regrets Attended a perc Agt Denny elected Sergeant first lieutenant of H Company id infantry to succeed Lieut Brandt De ned Weer
Ten million bushels of coal left Pittsburg on a single day in June marking the largest shipment ever from the city. The milestone highlights Pittsburg Pa as a major coal export hub with a record daily outbound volume.
Harry Dwyer won the gold medal in the superior clara at St John’s twenty sixth annual commencement held Tuesday night at Masonic Hall. Other winners included W McKinney commercial class E Burns grammar class T Logan first Intermediate D Diggins second Intermediate and J F Lyons primary and wee tot class. Father Gavish presided and the brigade band performed. Two short dramas were presented: Bell in One forest and Sore sinned against than sinning.
Cal reports the Colorado river rises to its highest level in years washing out tracks and inundating farms. Overland trains are halted. Kansas Legislature meets in extraordinary session to pass laws enabling counties and municipalities to address flood emergencies.
Henry Smith, a paradised prisoner from the Cheg der Illinois penitentiary, secured his clothing and his mother’s picture during eight hours of liberty. He was recaptured Tuesday while returning on the "Pen" near St. Louis, after attempting to travel to Union Station to return to Illinois.
Indiana men Farber and C Gardner passed the mental examination for admission to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis. They have been ordered to report for physical examination.
Frederick Schultz, a leading McLean county farmer, suddenly loses reason on Tuesday night and drives his wife and children from the home before shooting himself. The incident follows a note describing distress and instability. In a separate item, Miss Richards wed Capt Ed Cuzzart, who served eight years in the U S Signal Service during the Spanish American War.
June 4 report says two inmates escaped from the Tombs by tunneling from their cells into the subway excavation on Leonard Street. Police found their clothing in the tunnel, suggesting outside help as they discarded prison attire during the getaway.
Yale New Haven held the 22nd commencement on June 4 with 647 graduates and special students. The exercises took place in the new Wonley auditorium for the first time as President Arthur Harley delivered the annual address and announced prize awards.
Six chorus girls from Garden theater competed in a 194 step race to the Euclidave tower. Mabel Mordaunt won in 1 minute 20 seconds, Pauline Haice took second, Irene Warde third. Prizes included a gold locket and souvenir spoon, presented by W. P. Carleton.
A friend in Dan River Virginia sent Dr. Byl Wester Sturtevant of Kokomo Indiana a stone asserted to be a genuine madstone. Tests showed the stone adheres to flesh where glued and the donor claims it is a petrified deer’s heart.
Al Dolland, famed American revolutionist in Central America, died in New Orleans after a long voyage when his diet of bananas and whisky left him unable to eat or drink. Born during June 21 era, he reportedly subsisted on the odd diet while awaiting recovery.
In San Francisco on a Tuesday night Emma Loring a famed artist widow of a British officer was found dead in her home after a month in bed. The jewelry and money remained untouched with death deemed mysterious.
Washington June 2 A New York market gardeners' association sues the United States government over seed dispensation funds. Allegations claim $318,000 for seed, with $90,874 paid to the association's manager Arthur Neilla and a Nab balance of about $18,000. Claims include contract violations, short weight seed, cheap paper, delayed shipments, and possible collusion with a department official and war foreman Charles Kingsley.
J B Trodgen a 27 year old traveling salesman for Van Camp hardware was arrested on embezzlement charges. Police say shortages exceed 600 dollars though Trodgen denies guilt saying a mistake occurred in handling accounts. He admits to telegraphing relatives seeking aid and claims he can make good the amount.
Tears filled the juvenile court as Annie Simons and Elle Taylor faced trial for spending time in questionable resorts in Illinois and Missouri. Judge Stubbs showed kindness while relatives pleaded to keep the girls at home. Taylor was ordered sent to Julia E. Work school in Plymouth for further study, with Simons to face additional investigation.
Wilmington Del June 24 One mob member who burned to death George White a Negro was arrested as authorities vow full investigation and pursuit of all implicated. Ward demands punishment for those responsible and Arthur Crowell tied to the mob was arrested on Tuesday night amid claims of leadership. Authorities say they have evidence implicating others as the case unfolds.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a worldwide remedy for kidney liver and bladder troubles. It lists symptoms of kidney weakness and urges readers to request sample bottles and a pamphlet by mail from Kilmer Co Binghamton New York. Separately reports indicate 42 men and batches to be arrested and grand jury actions on mob leaders with possible indictments forthcoming, while officials vow to prosecute.
G A R department commander Grubba, assistant adjutant Renemy Neely, and others from Indiana will travel to South Bend Thursday for the St Joseph county soldiers monument dedication. Rail rates are secured and northern Indiana residents are expected to travel in large numbers. A stockyards teamsters strike may occur in Chicago as Quivers press for higher wages while packers offer a smaller raise.
New York stocks opened firmer with Tennessee coal and iron leading gains, while Colorado fuel lagged. Dozens of rail and steel issues moved, with government shares down, and noon quotes for Southern Railway and other major firms noted alongside grain prices and car inspections from Chicago and global markets.
Describes Clairvoyant and Talmist services in Indianapolis for life events, sickness, lawsuits, investments, love, reunions, locating people, and lost property. Claims unrivaled ability, superior to other mediums, with affordable terms. Office listed at Market Street and a telephone number provided for contact.
Receipts of cattle and hogs in Indianapolis total 130 shipments with dull demand. Market shows 10 to 2 cents lower. Beef steers 1,300 to 1,500 pounds and up to 1,500 pounds. feeding steers and stockers mixed. Heifers and cows listed with varied prices. bulls and veal present. Hog receipts 80 shipments with fairly active market closing 20 cents lower. heavy and mixed lots show prices around 4.60 to 6.00. Sheep and lambs also noted with steady to weak tone. spring lambs and yearlings reflected in quotes.
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