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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1909
Page
2
An earthquake struck the Isthmus of Panama this morning with buildings cracked at Mozozintle and Cripas and ground fissures reported. Areas Tonala San Cristo val de Lagreases Turtla and San Juan Bautista also shaken.
Miss Hallie Smith eighteen daughter of Rev and Mrs Smith of Elizabethtown is in danger of losing a leg after repeated fractures Healed leg earlier broke twice at the same spot now pains and cane needed doctors suspect bone cancer Indianapolis incident prompted fear of amputation but she hopes to avoid operation beneath cancer word remains unconfirmed by consent and medical opinion
War saw Ind March 4 A shipment to Richardson shoe store yielded a card inside a box directed to the young man who opens it The note invited correspondence promising photos in return and bore the writer's name and address It appeared to have been placed in the Rochester New York box by the sender.
Shelbyville and Indianapolis men face murder charges as Shelby county jail holds Emmanuel Jackson of Shelbyville and Fred Cassell of Indianapolis. Trials to be heard at the March term of court beginning Monday.
A man in Goshen Indiana attempted to leave a shoe store with a shoe in hand while intoxicated. He claimed to be from LaGrange but was identified as from Ligonier.
An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure as painless and safe to use at home for hemorrhoids. It offers a free trial package by mail from Pyramid Drug Co and claims full cures with a 50 cent full-sized box from druggists.
Miss Stephanie Longfellow of the Graustark company describes a ride in the cab of a Burlington line engine near 65 mph. She recounts the engineer's strain and the sensation of traveling at the head of the long train for stretches of 40 to 60 miles.
The article details a controversial Indiana bill linked to the Brunaugh case aimed at delaying execution and granting bail on appeal. It explains how allies pressed for the measure, arguing it would allow convicted individuals to gain freedom while crediting time served, and notes opposition labeling it a risky, self serving scheme.
Jay and Sullivan counties approved dryness on Wednesday. Jay recorded a 2,06 majority against saloons while Sullivan showed 1,821. Jay had 21 saloons and Sullivan none. Nearby Marshall county votes Thursday, with Whitley and Hancock counties Friday and Shelby county Saturday.
Mrs Henry Edward Smith, formerly Cor delia Croddy of Oakford, disappeared Feb 19 after leaving John Fee’s home. Police trace her husband Henry Edward Smith, a railway engineer, who also vanished from Columbus after threats. Relatives fear foul play or self chosen hiding to escape danger.
Columbia City Ind March 4 Thomas Davis son of Judge D T Davis pioneer lawyer was killed last Sunday at Aberdeen Wash He worked as an engineer on a railroad running out of Seattle.
In Temple New Hampshire Rev Harvey Eastman a Congregational minister was acquitted of murder after killing Gen L Marcott during a standoff at Brig Gen James Miller s home Eastman was said to have fired in self defense as a posse member threatened to shoot Marcott who served as Miller s butler The court found the shooting justifiable killing the presumed target of the mob.
Fraudulent cure advertises a rapid fix for drunkenness with a free trial package sent to all who write. Claims no odor or taste and that liquor cravings vanish after ingesting hidden in coffee or food. Cites a Cincinnati doctor and testimonials to persuade readers to request a trial package.
Rev Daniel Charles McCoy D D longtime China missionary is in the city and will lead Thursday evening prayer at Home Presbyterian Church. He is hosted by Mr and Mrs J P Durham.
In Shelbyville Indiana on March 4 authorities report a dog poisoner has killed eleven dogs in the past ten days using strychnine. The incidents mark a steady campaign of animal poisonings in the city.
An Oklahoma woman nearly resigned due to severe stomach burning and insomnia before trying Grape-Nuts. After replacing other foods with Grape-Nuts and cream three times daily, the pain subsided, she remained at work, and she gained 26 pounds in three months.
The Mispah club gathered Wednesday evening at Miss Dora Miller’s home with members in pink gowns. A spring flower luncheon honoring bride-elect Miss Beulah De Bruler was held at Miss Rena Arnold’s home on N Capitol Avenue. Numerous social visits and travel plans are noted, including trips to New York and Florida, plus attendees at the Washington inauguration parade and Easter events in Annapolis.
One hundred white capped Indiana State Nurses Association members will meet in Marion on April 21 and 22. Frances Teague chairs the local arrangements with Ida Fright and Edith Dysinger on the committee. Several doctors will participate and the Grant County Medical Association will host a banquet Wednesday evening.
Shelbyville Indiana Addison township reports 750.68 spent for poor relief in February covering clothing food coal and other essentials. Other townships Brandywine Hendricks and Shelby contributed smaller amounts.
W J Smith wife and two sons told police of hardship while traveling from Portsmouth to Knightstown Indiana. They survived on a single loaf for two days. Police provided dinner and township trustees arranged transport to Knightstown. assets totaled five cents.
Charles Morris, formerly connected with the Parke hotel at Rockville, leaves this month for Wawasee to become assistant manager of the Wawasee inn. The summer resort hotel on Wawasee lake, three miles east of Chicago, accommodates about 300 guests and offers fishing, heating and bathing facilities.
Linton Indiana March 4 Through detective work by Chief Coleman a horse and buggy stolen from Linton during the pay day rush at the mines last Thursday were recovered at Tulip Indiana. The outfit belonged to Harley Smith a wealthy farmer who lives one mile southeast of Linton Arrests are expected to follow
Advert shows Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as the best headache remedy with no stomach upset and a gentle nerve calm. User testimonial from D F Lewis of Cleveland notes relief after one or two pills and guarantees money back if not beneficial.
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