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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1908
Page
2
Special sale this week on pleated-bosom shirts with separate cuffs priced at 79 cents each, with regular values of 1.00 and 1.50. Hats feature new spring shapes in Browns and Black, stiff and soft styles priced at 3 and 2 dollars respectively.
Cromwell Indiana reports a gypsy camp north of town as a healthful example of pure air. Seven people live in a 6 by 16 tent cooking, eating, sleeping and entertaining. They remain cheerful despite blizzard zero weather and heavy rains. They have ample money and shop daily for groceries in town.
A lodge of Red Men was instituted in Independence Indiana, named Etowah Camp No. 460, starting with two charter members. The camp was formed by Moqui lodge of Riverside, with officers elected: William Larkins prophet, Frank E. May sachem, Turpie Smith senior sagamore, Geo. Reynolds junior sagamore, Arnet McFerren chief of records, John G. Heischman keeper of wamptium.
Charles W. McGuire of Indianapolis is appointed national committeeman from Indiana of the Lincoln league by state president Edward E. Neal. McGuire previously served as president of the Indiana Lincoln league.
Patrolmen Finney and Bradley engaged in a running revolver fight with burglars emerging from E. F. Bough's grocery at 27 West Washington Street early Sunday morning. The burglars escaped down an alley.
In Justice of the Peace Cornelius Kelly's court a dispute over a baby's clothes held for rent ended with the judge ordering the clothes returned to Elsie Sparks, mother of the child, rather than Gra Levin as previously reported.
Dr Miles Nervine claims to quiet irritated nerves and restore deep sleep without opiates. A testimonial from Mrs May Scott describes relief after using one bottle and continued improvement, with a guarantee to refund the first bottle if no benefit. Miles Medical Co. of Elkhart Indiana markets the product.
Wealthy 63 year old Mrs Martha Evans becomes Mrs Albert Badger 47, after purchasing a new home at 69 N Irvington Ave. The couple, longtime friends, marry in a quiet ceremony performed by Rev. Winter. Badger continues to work as a barber while Mrs Evans. now Mrs Badger, plans to enjoy life with her new husband.
A Bartholomew county hen is highlighted as a major economic figure in a state livestock report by Miss Mary Stubbs. The county totals poultry values in the thousands, with one owner reporting 10 000 dollars and another 5 000 dollars in fowl holdings. The report, issued Monday, notes poultry as a key wealth source near Columbus.
Trev. Fr. Clippenger of the Edwin Ray M. E. church endorsed Chief Metzger's plan to regulate skating rinks in a Sunday sermon. He pledged support for the forthcoming ordinance and denounced dancing in public schools.
Regular army officers have been detailed to inspect the Indiana National Guard and the inspection tour of the various commands will begin on April 1.
Noble Rockey of Greenfield was found dead in his cell at the workhouse on Sunday. The death is attributed to drink as the cause.
An advertisement claims women have more delicate nervous systems and promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a nerve-builder appetite-giver and blood purifier. It cites testimonials from Mrs. J. H. Hatner and others about indigestion, nervousness, pain, and rheumatism improved by the remedy. Sold everywhere in liquid and Sarsatabs with 100 doses for one dollar.
In Indianapolis Tomlinson hall hosted 300 initiates as the Young Men's Institute marked its 25th anniversary. The Sunday celebration closed with a German House banquet where 501 guests attended, with remarks by Bishop D O Donaghue and other dignitaries.
Vincennes Ind March 2 Police in a swift launch on the Wabash river yesterday captured August Graves seven miles south of Vincennes He denies complicity in the murder here Saturday night of Michael Rich of Pittsburg Pa Police are seeking Richs body to ship to Pittsburg for burial
Charles Townsend, roommate of the late W. F. Barrows, mourns Barrows deeply after Barrows took his own life in an attic. Townsend, grieving the death, attempted suicide by poison on Sunday but survived after someone found him. Townsend left a note saying he wished to die because of Barrows’ death.
New Orleans March 2 Special Pitcher Sparks the Southern pitching wonder may not be seen on the National league circuit this year. Manager Murray will not give Sparks the raise in salary wanted and Frank refuses to sign a contract.
A reminiscence on hot biscuits and white flour contrasts with whole grains and promotes Grape-Nuts as a health aid. A reader testimonial claims improved digestion, steadier nerves, clearer mind, and increased weight after six months, attributing benefits to the product and its brain-boosting properties. The ad cites Poesium Co. of Battle Creek, Michigan, and urges reading The Road to Wellville.
A home made remedy using Fluid Extract Dandelion Compound Karyon and Compound Syrup of Sarsaparilla is claimed to cure rheumatism and kidney bladder issues by cleansing the kidneys and improving digestion. An unnamed local druggist endorses its safety and suggests dosing after meals and at night.
In Tipton on March 2 a major crackdown targets railroad thefts. Detective Gurdeman reports arrests of several culprits after searches of conductors and brakemen homes reveal merchandise stolen from cars. Boxes of coffee soap crackers and tires found. Multiple suspects implicated with potential penitentiary time ahead.
Passengers on the San Jose prayed together in the saloon as giant waves rolled the vessel off course. The Panama arrival rode out the worst storm seen along the coast in years, flooding cabins and tossing all hands. By sunrise the ship neared its wharf with Captain Thompson calling it the fiercest experience of his career.
Boxing cards span multiple cities with Wuest versus Sailor Casey near Cincinnati and McCue versus Lenny in Baltimore. Philadelphia hosts O'Brien versus Bonner and Blackburn versus Marti. Other bouts include Goodman versus Miller in Buckley and Britt versus Nelson in Los Angeles. Horse racing continues in New Orleans, San Francisco, and Los Angeles with winter meetings. A Saturday Indianapolis Gun Club weekly shoot concludes the list.
New Albany Indiana March 2 The fire department thwarted a plan by the Louisville and Northern Railway and Light Co to lay track on a city street without a franchise. When extra workers from Louisville arrived police could not handle them so a fire alarm delayed the attempt and the men returned to Louisville.
On payday at the state house A. C. Alexander chief deputy and Republican candidate for state statistician gave out pay checks from the treasurer of state office. He slipped a cigar with each check and when recipient was a woman hinted the cigar should be passed to a voter.
Former Indianapolis mayor James McCready, who served 1854 to 1855, celebrated his ninety-second birthday at his Los Angeles home 1008 Kensington Road. He is described as the oldest living ex mayor in the United States.
At a meeting in Little Rock promoters of the Arkansas State League decided to form a six city circuit. A 120 game schedule from April 15 to September 7 was approved with Mike Finn arranging dates. Argenta Polk Bluff Jonesboro and Paragould are assured members.
Word from New Orleans says Billy Lush former Yale trainer under contract in Nashville may not report. Mauger Lajoie of Cleveland is reported to have a claim on Lushs services.
A nurse matron promotes a laxative mix of suromatic fluid Casscara, compound essence Cardiol, and aromatic syrup Rhubarb to treat bowel atony. She warns constipation harms all ages and urges prompt, regular evacuations after meals to prevent illness and death.
On Tuesday and Wednesday evenings in Tomlinson hall the Roberts Park Choral Society will stage the dramatic cantata Queen Esther in full costume as a benefit performance. The regular chorus of over 100, plus local soloists and a boys and girls chorus, will be supported by a large orchestra.
W A Holt of the Grand Hotel Company is said to be a candidate for the Democratic nomination for county sheriff. P W McNelis former owner of the Occidental hotel is urged by friends to announce his candidacy for the same nomination. Arthur Leopold has been urged to run but says it is too early to announce.
John J. Blackwell, a well known Democrat from Indianapolis, is a probable candidate for county commissioner. He states he has not decided yet whether to enter the race.
Harry KE Negley of the Fourth ward runs for state senate in Marion county. He proposes to make the race without spending money, has lived in the county all his life, and practiced law 15 years. He seeks the Republican nomination.
Buffalo March 2. Mrs Gen T Stallings wife of the Newark club manager sues Mrs Bunice Davis McKibben of Buffalo for the alienation of her husband's affections and seeks a divorce. Stallings met McKibben while managing Buffalo Bisons in 1905 06. McKibben a tall blonde with blue eyes was a regular at ball games and Kenilworth race track and recently inherited 115000 from a wealthy uncle.
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