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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1906
Page
2
In a chaotic court scene Harry Thaw is arraigned and remanded to Tombs after confessing to shooting Stanford White. Evelyn Nesbit Thaw, wife of White’s killer, is located and kept under espionage watch as investigators outline Thaw’s motive and the mix of public astonishment and media frenzy surrounding the sensational case.
A physician recounts how he ignored coffee’s effects on his heart until a severe attack forced him to quit both tea and coffee. He adopted Postum with butter and sugar, noting improved heart symptoms and urging friends and patients to switch. The speaker cites widespread physician endorsement of Postum as a coffee alternative.
Harry K Thaw shot and killed Stanford White after a confrontation at the Madison Square Roof Garden. Evelyn Nesbit, Thaw’s wife, was present and later disappeared. Thaw claimed White ruined his home. Coroner called the killing deliberate and Thaw was jailed awaiting arraignment.
Special to The Sun reports that Harry Thaw shot Stanford White, the New York architect, during a performance. White died instantly from three bullets fired at close range while seated, as Thaw exited the scene and was restrained by police. An arrest followed as details of Thaw's behavior emerged.
The article recounts Harry K. Thaw's courtship of Miss Nesbit, noting gifts including a grand piano refused by Nesbit and a Paris dinner for two dozen guests costing $25,000. It describes Thaw's charm over Parisian women, his wealth, and the heartbreak of a countess who threatened suicide over his marriage to Nesbit.
The Pennsylvania Railroad to issue an order at its meeting in Philadelphia directing all employees who own coal stocks to dispose of holdings immediately. Those failing to comply by a set deadline will be dismissed. The measure applies to all workers, regardless of how shares were acquired, and aims to curb discrimination claims.
New York architect Stanford White known for Madison Square Garden tower studio and major city works including Hall of Fame NYU University and Metropolitan Club. He studied under Garntrill and Richardson, partnered with McKim and Mead, lived at Lexington Avenue, and died in 1906 after a public career shaping Gilded Age design.
Close friends report Gov. Franta, a Rough Rider captain under Roosevelt in Cuba, is likely to be promoted to major in the regular army. It is believed President Roosevelt wants to secure him a permanent post before leaving the presidency.
In Le Mans France the 3 mile Sarthe course produced a win for contestant Blanc driving a French Renault. His time was five hours 45 minutes and 20 seconds. A few light accidents reported include a smashed automobile though the driver escaped unhurt.
W Brown of Benbrook was brought in and judged on lunacy charges after he set fire to four residences. He caused panic in the town and had to be tied hand and foot before he was subdued.
The United States invited Admiral Togo to attend the Jamestown Exposition next year. The foreign affairs ministry Backend notes the voyage would require a large naval contingent and awaits funding approval.
A chaotic report notes ominous progress of revolutionary propaganda within several military departments in Petersburg. Daily dispatches mention new mutinous sentiments and dissection of loyalty among troops.
The Edwin Ray M church holds its annual please at Brookside Park on Wednesday June 27. Members and friends are asked to meet at Prospect Street and Lexington Avenue at 7 PM. All invited to attend.
In Versailles Kentucky Captain William Henry’s will probated yesterday leaves his entire estate valued at over $100,000 to his widow Mrs Josephine K Henry a noted suffrage lecturer and agnostic The document notes the sizable bequest and names the widow as sole heir while the record references the late captain’s estate and a public notice context
State Life Insurance Company demands damages of 100000 for alleged libel. Denver dispatch notes Blaze Life Insurance Company filing suit against Mutual Benefit Insurance for libel. W L Quinn, vice president and manager, planned to travel to investigate. officials claim no details available.
NEW YORK June 26 Mrs Loutpe Stenton mother of Mrs Alice Kinnan who was found murdered on the porch of the Stenton residence in the Bronx may today disclose all she knows about the mystery. Detectives report she has named a suspect in the killing and will provide further evidence. Authorities anticipate a breakthrough within 48 hours and expect an arrest soon.
Fragmentary text mentions a go to New York and highway tracks near Buffalo or Niagara Falls with unclear names and numbers. No clear events, dates, or organizations are identifiable.
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