Heaven or Bust Ascension Cult Delays and Town Panic
In Atlanta on March 5 a group of about 100 negro ascensionists were told by a London paper the event is postponed seven years and seven months. The group, led by John Smith, plans to rise in a whirlwind and return after five years. A woman left home with her children. police found them near starvation. The followers are selling possessions as faith remains strong. The cablegram was an advertisement from London.
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Atlanta
U. P.J
London
Band of
Ascensionists
John Smith
Body of infant found in alley near Builders' Exchange
A newborn boy’s body was found in an alley west of the Builders' Exchange, wrapped in newspapers and surrounded by a white napkin with red stripes. A rag-picker alerted Dr Booz, who took the body to the coroner. no clues to the mother or placement, and no signs of violence. The coroner suspects premature birth.
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Builders’ Exchange
Booz
Barber
Desperate Escape Ends in Train Tragedy at Summits Crossing
George Weld, a Glen Hope music teacher facing adultery and paternity charges, escaped custody on a Panhandle train. He leaped from a toilet and fell under the wheels at Summits crossing, his body mutilated beyond recognition. Weld had fled after bond was posted by his father-in-law John Glasgow. His death leaves a wife and two children in Glen Hope and a trail of pursuit across Indiana.
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George Weld
Whitsett
Weld
Glen Hope
Miss Bush
Glen Tlope
John Glascow
Huntington Ind
Indianapolis
Panhandle
Summits
Goss
Charles Bond
Sumimit-st
Welds
Guss
Glascow
Prof
Smith
Charles Dickey
Huntington
Italian ministry resigns as Rome chamber erupts
March 4 Rome reports a wild sitting of the chamber with opposition protests against Signor Crispi. The ministry resignation was announced amid shouts of approval while outside crowds hissed ministers, police cleared streets, and disorder persisted.
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Rome
U. P
Signor
Crispi
Madrid University students burn American flag in protest
March 5 reports say Madrid university students defied government order and demonstrated before campus buildings burning the American flag. The incident sparked great excitement and the government ordered all universities closed until anti US sentiment subsides.
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Daete Sint. Maprip
United States
Madrid
Iag
Mutilated corpse identified in Rochester man's son
Mutilated corpse found in the lake at the foot of Fifty first street on Sunday morning was partly identified on Wednesday as Frank L. Weaver, son of a former wealthy shoe manufacturer of Rochester New York.
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Caicaco
U. P
Tifty-first-st
Frank L. Weaver
Rochester
N.Y
A Chance to Shine in Spring Dress Patterns
Women seek the latest spring dress styles and rival neighbors in clothing. Tim Sun offers patterns at a dime each, far cheaper than standard prices, with explicit instructions to sew stylish outfits.
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Tim Sun
Indianapolis Youth Shoots Self in Louisville Tragedy
Carey Preston, an Indianapolis man, died Tuesday in Louisville after shooting himself in the brain. He had been under treatment in Louisville and resided with his uncle, the incident linked by reports to supposed insanity from cigarette smoking.
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Indianapolis
Carey Preston
Louisville
Pearl Bryan Case Witnesses Report New Leads
Mrs Rose Lockwood testified she saw Pearl Bryan at Grand Central depot on Jan 31 crying and believed she was rammed by Scott Jackson. Three witnesses place Walling with the girl that afternoon as the grand jury adjourned without indicting Will Wood for accessory to Pearl Bryan’s death. The case to be continued at the April term.
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Lawrencsburg
Pearl Drvan
Scott Jackson
Greencastle
Jackrod
Tay
Walling
Central Ave
Wailing
Correscasinn
Ind
U. S
Will Wood
Pearl Bryan
Democrats face holdover Senate strategy in Indiana
The Indiana Democratic sub committee met at party headquarters to decide how to campaign against holdover Republicans. Chairman Sterling Riolt stated the plan to refuse recognition of holdovers and nominate candidates in holdover districts. Lawyer advisory group including John B. Wilson and Calin Kern advised on holdover questions as Sweeney of Dubois supports removing holdovers.
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Parmacratic Central Committee
Sterling R.ciolt
Candates
John B. Wilson
Calin Kern
Indiana
Mike Sweenes
Dubois County
Iie
Sweeney
Ife
Ginger
Politician and Lawyer Dies in Chicago Riverside Home
William J. Campbell longtime Republican figure and former National Committee chairman died at Riverside Chicago at 2 p.m. Wednesday from pneumonia. Born in Philadelphia in 1848 he led a legal and political career leaving a widow and five children. Meanwhile Gov Greenhalge of Massachusetts died from kidney inflammation complicating blood poisoning on March 4 at Lowrurn. Roger Wolcott to succeed him as lieutenant governor.
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Chicago
U. P
William J. Campbell
Riverside
Carter
Campbell
Philadelphia
Greenhalee
Lowrun
Mass
Greenhalge
Roger Wolcott
Two Big Four Appointments at St Louis
Chief clerk Warren J. Lynch of the Big Four Cincinnati passenger department becomes assistant general passenger agent with headquarters in St. Louis. P. W. Coyle of the Wabash is named assistant general freight agent.
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St. Louris
U. P.j
Warren J. Lynch
Big Four
Cincinnati
St. Louis
P. W. Coyle
Wabash
Baron Knocked St Marion Club Election Record
Baron Knocked St Marion Club election named the hottest ever. LG Rothschild chosen president with 140 votes. Frank Littleton W O Hayes and J C Wall as vice presidents. P Wellman secretary and Harry N Wood treasurer. Edwin Clem sergeant at arms. Haas received 117 votes.
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Marion Club
LG. Rothschild
Frank Littleton
W. O. Hayes
J. C. Wall
P. Wellman
Harry N. Wood
Edwin Clem
Rothschild
Haas
Fall of Her Own Accord In Overman Admission
San Francisco report details a church scandal around Rev. O Brown and blackmail schemes involving Miss Overman Mrs Tunnell and Mrs Davidson. Overman admits falling into temptation but says she did not wait for temptation and reveals funds were supplied by Brown. Call for Mrs Tunnell to appear before the church tribunal grows louder as Brown’s resignation pressures rise.
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San Francisco
U. P
O. Brown
Miss Overman
Timpagter
Csive
Rev. Brown
CityCity Notes and Local Notices From Indianapolis
CityLileks L Kline Vienna dressmaker starts east Tuesday evening and Rab for Sunday ball thein's sentiments of the Cigarmakers union voiced Wednesday night. Old resident Liarness found dead in bed Thursday morning. Gov Matthews horse sale at Terre Haute Thursday. movement to form Home trade league and Cigarmers union No 33. North end clamor about garbage. Mrs Ann M Carliste 71 held at sister Mrs W A Clark home. Irish release demand at Irish-American club in Emmett commemoration. German typographical union to celebrate ten years of eight hour system in May. Union to oppose two cents per capita for walking delegate. Marriage and birth notices. new company to produce Lemon tunic laxative with $100,000 capital in Indianapolis. Tim Griffin to present hickory stick canes from Chickamauga battleground to state officials.
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L. Kline
Vienna
Thein
Cigarmakers’ Union
Southport
Nix
Lfome Trade League
Wary A. Clark
Sol
New Jersey
Clark
Clarliste
Pennsylvania
Indianapelis
Robert Emmett
Central Labor Union
Bravis
Oliver
Edwin
Carrie Williams
Albert
Larry
Henry
Emma Willeirk
Heya
Ann Payne
Richard Williams
Maite Riage
Hollie Barher
Pearl Jenkins
Patrick O’brien
Myrtle Meyers
Alvert Doll
Maud Watson
Lawrence B. Lewis
Lillie J. Martin
Jimer FP
Carroll
Mollie A. Demon
P. E. Fitzgerald
M. 2
Wilson
Indianapolis
Tim Griffin
State House
Chickamauga
Indiana
Griffin
Grille and Fret Work by H L Spiegel at 316 E Vermont
Advertises original and artistic grille and fret work at moderate prices by maker H L Spiegel located at 316 East Vermont Street. Also promotes special bath room tiles by Jno M Lilly and frost free pumps by Frank Butts at 183 Indiana Avenue, telephone 1791.
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H. L. Spiegel
E. Vermontst
Jno
M. Lilly
Frank Butts
Indiana Ave
Resolutions Dealing With Cuban Belligerency Approved
A conference between House and Senate Republicans agreed to accept the House resolutions on Cuba without changes. The measures affirm that a state of public war exists, support belligerent rights for Cuba, urge U S intervention only to protect citizens, and call for a government by Cuban choice. The concurrent report advances Monday at 2 pm. Senate actions include a 10 percent import duty proposal and a Cuba independence proclamation request. The Senate adjourned until Monday.
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Senate
House of Represent ‘Ives
Cuba
United States
Congress
Spain
Puiedintes
Uba
Conbtass
Elking
Allen
Committee On Foreign Relations
Murdered music teacher found dying in vacant lot
Miss Mamie Sullivan, 30, a music teacher from Paterson New Jersey, was found dying in a vacant lot at Park Avenue and Eighteenth Street at 9 30 p m Wednesday night. She died Thursday morning after an autopsy confirmed assault with a blow to the head. A coupling pin near the scene suggests murder and police deny robbery was involved.
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Sirgehk
Paterson
N. J
C. P.J
Mamie
Sullivan
Park-ave
Eighteenth-st
General Hospital
Miss Sullivan
Piteonalys
Corbett Fitzsimmons Boxing Pact Reported
Cable from New York on March 5 outlines a skeleton agreement for a proposed Corbett versus Fitzsimmons bout before the London sporting club. The plan calls for twenty or more rounds with four-ounce gloves and a purse of £2,000, establishing a championship tilt in the heavyweight arena.
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Wii Whey
New York
Corbett
Fitzsimmons
London Sporting Club
Richards Ox
Weather forecast for Indianapolis area may end March 6
Weather outlook for Indianapolis and vicinity through 5 pm March 6 shows cloudy skies and warmer temperatures with occasional rain or snow. The brief period Thursday night into Friday includes wintry mix possible as conditions shift.
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Indianapolis
Irriday
Fires and damages hit towns and buildings in 1900 era reports
A string of fire and destruction reports extends across multiple locations. Presbyterian mission at Sitka Alaska and Lena suffer major blazes with substantial losses. The Hannan building in Johnstown Pa. and Young’s bag factory in Brooklyn North Carolina burn. Losses include 100000 and 10000 dollars. Other items note a yacht under construction in Glasgow for America’s cup challenges, and receivership action against Crowned King mining in Chicago. Political and international notes cover Weyler’s Cuba actions, Kentucky assembly results, and remarks by Hammond and Bayard.
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Presbyterian Mission
Sitka
Alaska
Enterprise Hosiery
So Pa
Sosa
Hannan
Johnstown
Glasgow
Sir George Nevins
Lena
Young’s
Brooklyn
N. C
Nlames
Crowned King Mining Company
Chicago
Weyler
Cuba
Kentucky Joint Assembly
Blackburn
Deboe
Carlisle
T. Hunter
John Hays Hammond
Transvaal
Olney
United States
Prince of Wales
Bt. Jamesgy Palace
U.S
Bayard
Edward Marshal Fox
California
Watkins and His Bacgo The Stioodoo Ailed Manager
Manager W N Watkins returned from the Western league meeting in St Paul and said Indianapolis could not secure all holiday games. The plan favors Grand Rapids to open Detroit park, while three eastern managers wanted Indianapolis to start there. Watkins warned that Sunday baseball is essential for pennant chances as other cities play Sundays. A Bricklayers union member pledged support for Sunday baseball, signaling broader union backing. Watkins reported Barber Miller as his self proclaimed mascot and warned him against further interference at the Grand hotel barber shop.
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W. N. Watkins
St. Paul
Indianapolis
Detroit Park
Hoosiers
Grand Rapids
Watkins
Roth
Bricklayers’ Union
Woathing
Barber Miller
Grand Hotel
Miller
A Splendid Exhibit Of Photographic Art At Maennerchor Hall
Indiana photographers showcase advanced portraits in Maennerchor hall. Talks reveal client quirks as a freckle touching tale delights guests. Centerpiece beauty from De Voe’s group draws praise while Bates house headwaiter and Crown Point baby-head cards spark chatter. Three judges will award prizes Friday after Roentgen ray demonstrations invite all.
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Indiana
Maennerchor Hall
de Voe
Bates House
Wilmer
Crown Point
Roentgen
Ok. RF. Sheres
Vincennes
Association
Leimberger
New Albany
Tragic marital killing near St Louis shocks city
Andrew Walton, a horse trader, cut his wife’s throat with a razor in the early hours after she returned home from an absence the night before. She died almost instantly. Walton was arrested and said he killed her over alleged infidelity. The couple had no children.
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St. Louis
U. P
Andrew Walton
Walton
Social whirl highlights Thursday gatherings and music
Mrs Cecil A Blachey hosted a formal reception for Miss Ella Caudray of Lafayette while Misses Cruft of Boston joined as guests of honor at Mrs V K Hendricks home. Mrs Cortland Van Camp led an elegant luncheon for Miss Stamp with a pink tulip laden table and harp music. Louisa Young of Chicago gave a piano recital at the Matinee musicale and the Katherine Home board held an annual reception with crafts, confections, flowers, and young women in quaint costumes singing old songs.
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Cecil A. Blachey
Ella Caudray
Lafayette
Cruft
Boston
V. K. Hendricks
Cortland VanCamp
Miss Stamp
Louisa Young
Chicago
Young
Katherine Home
Jury Deliberations Over Rooker Case Spark Debate
Reporters describe tense deliberations as jurors discuss whether Alonzo Rooker is sane enough to stand trial for brutal attack on his wife. Prosecutors push charges, defense leans on insanity, with experts to be appointed and a Saturday psychiatric examination looming. The piece notes jury dynamics, alleged use of judge’s books, and potential courtroom maneuvering as witnesses recount the affair.
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Criminal Court
Alonzo Looker
Iawyerd
Tooter
Torae
Paettary
Alford
Tasigrhé
Rooker
Wycoff
A Girl's Story In Police Court Weighs On Case
A claim of assault in January against John Collins, a Parry factory worker, was brought before police court on a Wednesday. The girl’s mother and brother disputed the tale as the judge weighed evidence amid a grand jury in session. The brother swore the warrant, and the judge held Collins for investigation or released him with doubt.
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Andrew Flowers
Garden Sts
Muirsday
John Collins
Parry
Collins
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