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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1902
Page
2
An advertisement quotes Mrs. Virginia Shepherd of Powellton West Virginia who describes eight years of illness with nervous headaches and sinking spells, claiming Paine's Celery Compound revived her and halted headaches. The text emphasizes spring sickness and urges use of the product for anxious, ailing women and families.
The General Contractors' Association issues an ultimatum to the Carpenters' union fixing a maximum of 35 cents an hour for eight hours with time and a half for overtime and double time on Sundays. The union demands 37.44 cents an hour, claiming 35 cents would cut many men from about 20 dollars weekly. No conference has occurred and the union has received no indication of approval. The association condemns unions attempting wage regulation.
Clarence C. Gilhams auditor of LaGrange County won the Republican nomination for Congress on a single ballot in Fort Wayne district 12 with 693 16 votes. G B McGoogan trailed with 477 16 votes. A Booth of Chicago head of A Booth packing company died in Chicago after arterial hardening. Booth born 1828 in England came to the U S in 1848 leaving an estate valued at several million dollars.
New York March 5 Attorney Jerome at Aldine Association dinner denounces press influence on public opinion calling it newspaper government He defends his oath and says he would act regardless of political consequences over criticism of the grand jury and tunnel disaster coverage.
Five iron molders at Rockwood manufacturing plant walk out after three apprentices are placed in the shop. The union allows one apprentice per eight men and one for the shop. A molder Clemens Greenleaf, invited to join the union, was arrested on concealed weapon charges by business agent Custer and released on bail to appear Wednesday.
Contractor Mansfield lays a short three ring brick section on the E Michigan street sewer as a sample for City engineer Nelson. Nelson to inspect in a day or two to decide if three rings are needed. He cites letters from Chicago Cleveland and Cincinnati engineers supporting the three rings. City attorney Joss has not given an opinion on enforcing the bond if two rings proceed against Mansfield’s protest.
Mrs P D Armour widow of a Chicago millionaire will wed Patrick A Vanuine of Chicago Thursday in New York. The ceremony occurs at the bride's Netherland hotel apartments, conducted by Rev Ernest M Stirch. A small guest list plans a European honeymoon afterward.
Robert Bailie, 75, longtime Indianapolis resident, dies at his son Samuel Bailie’s home. A Tuesday musicale at William McKinley school raises funds for a flag atop the building. The Local council of women opposes using the arsenal site for a army post. O W Williams Piano Shop on Monument Place closes. bankruptcy filing shows assets of 559,277.82 and liabilities of 445,007.02. The Sketching club of women hosts an art sale at the Y. S. Co. A. building to support a permanent exhibit. Herron art institute opens in the remodeled Talbott home with a reception. displays include works by Steele, Gruelle, Adams and international artists.
In Constantinople on March 5 the sultan grows paranoid and orders surveillance among his ministers. Selina Pasha, minister of agriculture, is the latest suspect as Abdul Hamid fears plots. Private dances and meetings, even among foreigners and the American Dorcas society, are banned to curb conspiracies.
Gen Frederick Funston is named as possible commander of either the Colorado or Texas department. The move follows Maj Gen Otis retirement on March 25 and potential succession of the Lakes Department by Gen MacArthur from Denver.
Nearly 5,000 gathered at Union station to greet Prince Henry as his train stopped briefly on Wednesday morning. German societies, bands, and Hubert of the German Express delivered an address, but the prince slept during the five minute stop, disappointing local Germans in Toledo.
A large crowd welcomed Prince Henry's special train at Cleveland Union depot at 9:15 a m on Wednesday. No ceremonies occurred as the prince bowed to the cheers before a five minute stop en route to Buffalo. Stops planned for Buffalo Niagara Falls Syracuse Rochester with bands playing Dar wacht am Rhein.
A discussion of ballot order under the county chairmanship reveals that ring men secured top spots despite petitions filed by rivals. County officials and candidates debate petition timing, with Overstreet and Ruckelshaus among listed contenders as the slate for the election along with numerous other justice, clerk, and county posts.
A Salem Oregon reader describes health improvements after switching from coffee to Postum Food Coffee. They report better sleep, reduced dyspepsia, fewer spasms, and improved appetite, with husband also recovering from bilious headaches. The account ends noting the writer supplied by Postum Co.
The East-end Republican club chose the regular ticket on Tuesday night. Officers named include President J. T. Scott Secretary Lee Meyer Treasurer D. S. Bell and directors Elsa Keller George Fate Wesley Christian J. H. Furnas and C. R. Jones.
An old nurse advertises Mrs Winslow s teething syrup for children noting its soothing gum relief and claimed cures with a 25 cent bottle. A new sleeping car line from Muncie to Chicago via C IL and PA railways begins Saturday offering nightly 1130 p m departures and 7 30 a m arrivals with berths usable until 7 am.
A local political notice urges voters to support Charles F Baron in the county commissioner race. The appeal highlights his qualifications and pledged reforms aimed at improving local governance and public services.
The Chicago 400 a journal of travel topics arrives courtesy of the Chicago Northwestern Ry. It is one of the finest illustrated publications with tinted half tones rivaling magazines and perfect letter press describing California scenery. Copy mailed for two cents postage by N M Breeze 435 Vine St Cincinnati.
Barely used upright pianos offered at Baldwin's and Bennett's for a short run. Continuous loose leaf ledgers with self locking extension back available through WM. B. BURFORD, Best Photos. Listings show price percentages and location at 36 B. Wash.
Fifteen hundred Pittsburg painters walked out after master painters rejected a ten cent raise. Workers earned 35 cents an hour and demanded 4 cents more. The strike halted work on the Union depot the Frick building and other large contracts with potential spillover to other trades.
An advertisement states that E. W. Grove must appear on every box of the genuine Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets the celebrated cold and grip cure, priced at 23 cents. The notice emphasizes the brand's trademark and price.
Indianapolis Paint and Color Company offers second-hand upright pianos priced at 125 dollars at Baldwin's located on 240 248 Massachusetts Ave. Also advertised are up-to-date paper hangers outfits dry and paste brushes seam rollers shears trimmers with a focus on saving money.
Advertises a range of perfectly mat opening price book covers in all sizes for loose leaf price display needs.
Announcement offers a shave for ten cents promising equal quality to any price. Mentions Phoenix Barber Shop at 158 East Market Street and Dr W B Craig veterinary surgeon with dog care provided. Office located at Wood's Stable.
Leonard Lewisohn aged 51 a copper magnate died in London on Wednesday morning from pneumonia. He helped form the copper trust with William G Rockefeller and Thomas W Lawson. In Washington on Sunday Miss Alice Roosevelt departs for Cuba with two maids under Mrs Harriet Blaine Beale’s chaperonage to stay with Gov Wood and wife in Havana.
An old advertisement promotes E. W. Grove's Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claiming they prevent catching a cold when used in time. The box features Grove's signature.
S. W. Cor Delaware and Chlets invites patients for all dental work from 8 a m to 5 p m.
An advertisement notes pianos priced at 125 dollars at Baldwin’s store. A separate tease claims a girl costs nothing and offers ten word free adverts for three days in The Sun.
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