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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1902
Page
9
Des Moines based Mutual Cooperative Home Company expands to this city offering homes without interest. The plan lets monthly payments build equity, with three funds, guaranteed contracts, and secured mortgages. J W Friday & Co. have state agency rights, promising quick access to home ownership and rent elimination.
A $75 000 000 mortgage on the B&O railroad was admitted for record in Clarksburg West Virginia to liquidate all existing liens on lines operated by the B and O system in Pennsylvania Ohio and West Virginia Union Trust Company of New York is the mortgage holder. Separately John Keeling held before U S commissioner Moores on charges of using the mail for fraudulent purposes linked to a matrimonial bureau scheme involving a Muncie woman and seduction of funds, with Keeling in jail since his arrest.
F L Hewitt of Winfield Illinois, a druggist, credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with curing his severe 1898 1899 La Grippe cold and cough. He claims two bottles stopped the illness and prevented pneumonia, praising its pleasant taste and popularity. Sold by all druggists.
Robert B Bagby, living suite 633, born in Virginia, moved to Ohio as a child, enlisted in 1864 in the Twenty eighth U S colored infantry against age rules, served to war end, then studied at Oberlin graduating class of 1874, taught in Indianapolis colored school for seven years, became bookkeeper for the Treasury Registrar under Sen Bruce, studied law at Columbian University, class of 1887 with John M Harlan, earned LL B, opened a law office in 1893 and built a general practice.
The subject, a prominent lawyer connected with major damage suits, recovered large sums for clients. He founded the Indianapolis Leader the first colored republican paper in 1879 and has been active in politics, promoting Republican principles and addressing race issues at the individual level.
M L Clawson, suite 434-35, stands as a model of merit driven success. Ohio native, valedictorian at Union Academy, McCullough scholar at Adrian College with 99.35 average, Michigan graduate with high honors, LL B, then Master of Laws as valedictorian. Practiced in Indiana and Ohio eight years in corporate and constitutional law, active in high courts. known for eloquence and forceful logic in campaigns 1896 98 and 1900 across Indiana and Ohio. He is regarded as a strong young state figure and a national Republican campaigner.
Hanna and Daily occupy Suite 513 14 in a building housing Hanna and Daily a young but successful law firm. Charles T Hanna born Fortville Indiana now town corporation counsel after Indiana University and Indiana Law School honors. Thomas A Daily from Mount Hope Kansas taught in Jennings county read law Vernon and Howell Indiana Law School class of 99 Bowen Merrill prize. They formed partnership in 99.
The Knights and Ladies of Honor, led by Supreme Protector L B Lockard, celebrate nearly a quarter century of growth with a stable plan that limits monthly assessments. The 65,000 member group has paid over 18 million dollars in benefits to more than 15,000 deceased members and offers 500 1000 and 2000 dollar certificates with reliable claim payments. The article highlights Lockard and other officials, noting their backgrounds and trustworthiness as keys to the order’s world wide prestige.
The firm, a noted general law practice, faced strong competition from top corporation attorneys in the city. They influenced building and loan litigation and pioneered the rule that a borrowing member deserves credit for the full premiums paid when settling with an insolvent association, a principle later upheld by the supreme court as the state standard for such claims.
In a row of quick takes, undertaker candidate Harry Tutewiler jokes he seeks coroner for business more than pay. John Ruckelshaus rebukes graft with a five dollar card trick. Sheriff hopeful Anson Wiltsie jokes at the treasurer’s desk. Al B. Carter pushes relentless campaigning while others rely on humor. Local races include auditor, justice of the peace, and superior court with strategic voting quirks noted.
Alma-Bromo Salt from Alma Michigan springs is extolled as a home remedy for constipation and a host of ailments including stomach liver kidney and nervous disorders. Touted as pleasant to taste and cleansing to brain and nerves, the aperient tonic is sold by druggists for 50 cents a bottle. A free trial bottle is offered by sending a postal card to The Michigan Drug Co Detroit Michigan.
D. H. Wiles and J. H. Wiles occupy suite 232 in this building. Wiles has shaped Indianapolis commerce for thirty six years, twenty in wholesale groceries and sixteen in related ventures.
The snippet compiles brief jokes and light notes from multiple papers. It references fashion with heavy overcoats not needed yet and a comment on digestion’s power when big tasks arise. It also includes humorous exchanges about artificial honey and a playful eastern question.
Sleeplessness rises with recent years and Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills are touted as a safe, gentle remedy. A Indianapolis testimonial from Mrs D W Laflin praises the medicine, noting restored sleep, strength, and steadier nerves after using it at Hyder's Drug Store. Sold at Sta a box through Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY. portrait and signature stamp on every package.
E R Hooton of Indianapolis once joined a strong bar lineage with Gresham Henderson Harrison McDonald and Butler. Born in Hendricks county and raised in Lebanon, he moved to Indianapolis, studied law by night, and built a rapid, high standing practice in contracts, commercial and realty law.
Attorney at law from suite 625 626 born in Jackson County where his family is prominent. Graduated Indiana University 188 and Cincinnati Law School class of 1891. Reading clerk of the House of Representatives and private secretary to W D Bynum 1893. Attorney for the poor of Marion County two years. Twice a Democratic party candidate for prosecuting attorney. Widely known and well regarded at the bar.
Suite 631-32-34 houses Dr. E G Groth osteopath who has practiced six years and earned praise for cures in chronic cases after other methods failed. He promotes physical culture and hydropathy with a lady assistant, and notes health should be a daily pursuit for all ages.
Noel and Lahr occupy suites 504-6 and are hailed as the citys brightest young legal force. Hon James A Noel, Purdue graduate and former Marion County legislator, partnered with Franklin J Lahr in 1896 after schooling at Indiana Law. They have won more cases in supreme and federal courts than any two lawyers of their age, earning high regard from bench, bar, and clients.
Boston report says Mrs. McWilliams packed a suitcase so full the fasteners wouldn’t catch. After forceful contortions and a tongue insertion, her jaw dislocated. Friends' attempts to fix it worsened the situation and a doctor was needed to reset the jaw.
Women will buy white textiles for dresses as shops showcase a vast white season. White wools lead with diverse weaves from sicilian to mohair, offering shirts, skirts, and dresses. prices vary. White silks at about $1.25 a yard promise refined shirt waists, with shark skin and motre patterns favored for smart looks.
A historical line stating the name must appear on every box of the genuine Laxative Bromo Quin ine Tablets, the celebrated Cold and Grip Cure, followed by a price figure in cents. The text emphasizes brand consistency and packaging labeling for the medicine.
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