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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1904
Page
3
An advertisement asserts Peruna cures pelvic catarrh by removing causes rather than masking symptoms. It cites testimonials from various women, claims rapid and permanent relief, and invites readers to write to Dr. Hartman for free advice.
A coroner was approached by Harry J. Briggs of Puebla Col. asking to verify if Mrs Cooper Slusher Wiseman Towell Wise or Briggs has committed suicide. He claimed information from city sources and enclosed a reply stamp, which never arrived.
The Prohibition Party platform declares a nationwide ban on alcoholic beverages, denounces major parties for not prioritizing liquor issues, and calls for enforcement of prohibitory laws. It emphasizes executive and judicial unity with the party, a push for constitutional safeguards, and international arbitration. Hannibal Tucker's will notes his fortune to wife Robena Tucker with her appointed administrator bond.
In police court Rus tolph Nathan, an old colored man, says he grew up like Topsy, unable to sleep or rest and that no one rated him. He claims he is a hard working man with three children, sleeping upright in a chair. Other witnesses corroborate his statements and he is discharged.
A bartender, Charlie Teddenstein, treasurer and secretary of the Bartenders' union No. 437, was sentenced to one to three years in state prison after being convicted of stealing 175 from a fund totaling 33 percent of a Nip-priced set. He took small sums over time and pled guilty Thursday morning, with deputy officers escorting him away. The case underscores union fund misuse amid city tavern workers.
Dr Jarecki a former county physician and Denver figure was killed in his home at 5 am on Thursday. An unknown shooter fired through a screen door after summoning him to the entrance. Police seek motive tied to a past assault on the victim and possible relation to a man whose wife knew him.
Testimony by Jo Dur ham and fanny in Juvenile court describes Luther Rice, a Wace colored dog, with a mania for throwing stones. Neighbors claim the tide of rocks pelted their house for days until one struck the kitchen door. Judge Stubbs has the matter under consideration.
Roy Cousins, a young boy, was arraigned before Judge Stubby on a charge of resisting arrest after an officer claimed he fought with a poker during arrest of his mother. The boy, said to be about years old, reportedly put up a strong fight, and testimony disputed the officer’s version. No other witnesses were present and the case was continued.
Strawberries are nearly gone on the market with only a few quarts left Thursday morning selling for ten cents a small box. Earlier in the year berries sold as low as five tents a quart. Raspberries and currants remain plentiful while burket berries from southern Indiana appear in limited supply.
Chris Shingleton and Dora Remter wed at the bride’s home 1389 Shelby Ave with Rev E B Rawls officiating. About 100 guests attended a reception at Morton Club Hall. The couple received many presents including an oak dining table and a 100 piece china set from Holliday and Wyon.
A messy old ad promises relief from rheumatism through an external remedy named Magic Foo, Dratta, sent free on approval. It claims faster comfort than internal medicines and offers a return mail trial with a dollar charged only if relief is felt.
Advertises Magic Foot Drafts as a cure for rheumatism through absorption of poisons, with testimonials from H. Dirkram Danube Minn John White Aten Mrs M St Ange Woonsocket and others. Claims free drafts on approval and free books on rheumatism.
Mrs. Funray Wilson of a lodging house faced charges as James Addy a young law student from Noah Dakota testified he paid rent through July but she tried to oust him, called him vile names and struck him. The judge imposed a $1 fine and the case was appealed with a counter charge of assault and battery against Addy.
In poles court, J. G. Coffey of 465 Westcat was fined 48 and costs for borrowing a shovel from former landlady Mrs Lupinda Witkin. Judge notes two limits exist on borrowing time and six months is too long.
Fred Heath of Muncie, relative of Perry Heath, called at Ben Ster Fairbanks' office Thursday morning to learn the senator was away. Heath said Perry planned to attend the world’s fair in May and would likely stop by Indiana during the visit.
John L. Mitchell of Milwaukee Wisconsin dies June 30 at his Greenfield home after intestinal illness. The former United States senator passed away quietly and will be mourned by family and civic colleagues in a private ceremony.
Henry Jamson and three companions faced a police court on a charge of jumping a moving train. Jamson claimed he did not want to ride, while the prosecutor dryly noted the common reluctance. All four were fined as the case moves toward further affidavits and upcoming hearings.
The Sun reports revocation of Atelph Kohn 215 Mansachund saloon license by Mayor Holteman after Sunday disturbances. Police, including Supt Kruger and Sergt Warren, found disorder and mingling of undesired crowds, prompting action amid neighborhood complaints. Amos Kenoyer’s Thirty-etiat tavern license also revoked.
The Wilken tree transplanter company of Indianapolis is incorporated with a capital stock of 96000 to manufacture tree transplanters and nursery appliances. Incorporators are John A Wilkens inventor of the tree transplanter John Coburn Charles P Leach Chart W Mrouse and J Wilkens.
The column compiles varied market notes from Indianapolis and Chicago noting stock activity, grain prices, and livestock trading. It lists prices for dairy and poultry products, wheat and corn futures, and livestock quotes from Chicago, New York, and Pittsburgh markets, with emphasis on cows, steers, hogs, and sheep prices and supply.
In a Thursday morning conference Mayor Hellaman and Drs Reyer and Kimbertin discussed changes to the health department and Dr Spencer's retirement, with the resignation not yet tendered. Ida Hinkler sought divorce from Marshall Binkler, citing regular drunken abuse and head injuries. Judge Leathers granted the divorce and custody of the children.
Justice Smock paid a quarterly docket fee to the township trustee on Thursday morning. The amount reached HIG, the largest ever paid by Smock to the trustees.
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