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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1909
Page
2
Miss Ethel Roosevelt denies reports of an engagement to William Phillips a former Bostonian now in Washington for a state department post. Rumor spread from the president’s apparent support of Phillips, a wealthy well born and ambitious man, and was publicly denied at the White House on March 1.
Frank Hutchinson aged 55 died at City hospital Sunday from injuries after a west bound Panhandle freight struck him at Hazel street and the Bell railroad Saturday night. Christopher Leukhardt, with a crushed right arm, is listed in serious condition. Hutchinson’s legs were crushed off and he lived at 249 Hazel street.
A promotional puff extols Cascarets as a proven daily remedy used by millions. It cites enormous sales, long-term trust, and claims of safety for children, while warning of counterfeiters and trade thieves seeking unearned profits.
An old advertisement warns buyers about dishonest marketing and unsafe health claims. It accuses a slick salesman of pushing a “Just as Good” line and promotes genuine Sterling Remedy Company products, specifically Ten Cent West Pocket Chew tablets marked CCC. The copy urges readers to obtain free samples and distribute them to friends.
Jesse Green of Terhune seeks 10000 dollars in Lebanon court, claiming Daniel J. Stephenson wrongfully alienated his wife Lisle Green. He says Stephenson drove a wedge between the couple, keeping Green from appearing for his wife’s divorce and causing Green to pay court costs before Stephenson later married his former wife.
In Greenfield Indiana on March 1 Tidewater Pipeline Company recovered forty nine leases for laying pipelines. The leases authorize crossing Brandywine and Blue River townships in Hancock County.
Rushville Ind March 1 Fred Clevenger and wife sold their Second Street saloon property to Tom Sullivan and John Reardon for 4200 dollars. Sullivan and Reardon plan to open a shoe store in the building.
The Indiana Socialists closed a two day convention at 6 p.m. with a constitutional adoption and numerous nominations. State secretary and treasurer nominees include James Palmateer and Clayton Johnson with others from Fort Wayne Evansville Indianapolis and Richmond. Walter Millard named state organizer and several national committeemen were listed. A seven member state executive committee and session chairs were announced, with Estelle King as secretary. Arthur M. Lewis and William J. Barnard of Chicago led a debate on socialism.
New York March 1 Payment of the nine million dollars in rebates to 2 500 000 consumers was begun today by the Consolidated Gas company and its subsidiaries. Batches of checks were sent from nine distributing offices set up for the purpose. U S Commissioner Shields who held the funds since May 1906 visited nine offices to witness the distribution to consumers.
Willam Hammerstein son of Oscar Hammerstein director of the Manhattan Opera House and his wife were guests at Chicago’s Auditorium Annex after visiting French Lick Springs. They will depart for New York Tuesday night. the visit to Chicago is described as purely pleasure.
Rev. H C Clippinger lauds Gov. Marshall for resisting Sunday baseball bill and predicts Marshall will stay true to right and truth as Roosevelt policies carry over. He criticizes certain preachers for over intellectualizing religion and urges belief in religious certainties and Bible foundations.
Jimmy Clabby has been matched to box Jack Morgan at the Eagle's Entertainment at Washington rink on April 7.
An early Monday blaze damaged a frame structure at 519 East Eleventh Street. The fire occurred around 4 o clock and caused about 300 dollars in damage. The building is owned by Frank Harris.
A Wisconsin couple describes switching from coffee to Postum after reading about its drawbacks. They report clearer skin, steadier nerves, and better temper as they continued using Postum, noting relief grew over time. They caution others to prepare Postum per package directions for best taste and benefits.
Theodore B. Ness superintendent of the State Normal school California Pa died at the Auditorium hotel in Chicago from pneumonia. He arrived Feb 2 with his wife to attend the National Educational Association meeting of the department of superintendents. He fell ill Monday after a cold on Saturday.
L. R. Pierce the Ohio state champion will meet Charles Stone Indiana southpaw champion in a five night 200 ball match at Red Star poolroom on 3% Ninois street. The event begins Monday March 1 at 8 30 p.m. Admission free.
Governor Marshall and leading Democrats urged lawmakers to delay the baseball bill, saying more urgent measures including appropriation and reform bills require attention. The House debated amendments while the governor kept his office open until Friday midnight to receive bills, with a vote possible only if the deadline passes.
Jimmiy Barton the Cincinnati native has signed to manage the local Newcastle team in the O. and P. league for the upcoming season.
Paris reports Willie Lewis an American boxer defeated Kid Croxon an English fighter in the fifth round of a four match program. Lewis outweighed his opponent by 37 pounds yet won with apparent ease in a decisive victory at the venue.
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