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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1904
Page
5
A smear of a vintage ad touts Dr Charles Flesh Food by dermatology expert. It claims 22 years of trials, promises firm clear flesh and denies hair growth on the face. Special offer: two bottles prepaid for one dollar with a free book and massage guide.
At midnight a tense visit unfolds as Drace and Vandeleur discuss a perilous mystery. Mrs Bensusan reveals Taganrog’s danger and plans to confront the wolves, with the pair venturing into the kennels to inspect hidden cellars for a captive.
Secretary Ravages predicts miners will approve operator demands. No strike expected as workers in Ohio head to a March 15 vote to accept reductions sought by mine operators.
A column reflects on Australian women voting in unison, noting the historic equality with men and the immediate public reactions. It cites observers praising the first continental-wide exercise of women at the polls and predicts future influence when pivotal issues arise.
A compact entry cataloging Japanese naval power and key figures. It lists the armored cruiser Izuma with 19 000 tons, 15 000 horsepower, and 4 eight inch guns, along with Inouye and Brion as senior leaders. It notes Admiral Viscount in Yokosuka and crafts a brief view of Japan’s naval leadership and geography.
A Indianapolis city ambulance driver, Marty B McDonald, is celebrated for cool nerve and lifesaving actions. He navigates crowded streets and wreck sites, once using coal to stem arterial bleeding before carrying a dying student to the ambulance. In another mission he reaches North Indianapolis depot within six minutes of the call, speeding to the hospital in record time.
Last summer at Homing Mills Ex Clossan McDonald bravely saved an injured worker from debris amid steam and boiling water. He severely burned hands and feet during the rescue. The victim died while tied out.
SOSYON March 9 The Sunny was the test war vessel purchased by the Japanese government from Kneis and was to be launched. The vessel veered, could not be steered, and drifted toward the quay as admiral orders failed to prevent disaster. The ship finally anchored amid cheers from onlookers as efforts ended in confusion.
John J Rockefeller Jr described as frugal and diligent. He teaches Sunday school and preaches, works at Standard Oil, and values simple living. Educated at Brown, he refuted plagiarism charges and pressed the faculty to apologize.
The committee on appropriations reports fortifications funding totaling 7 637 192 dollars an increase of 52000 over the bill pursued by the house The army pension program is noted in the routine review though details are unclear due to damaged text
The treasurer complains his salary has never been paid in full since 1884 and now seeks full payment. The fragmentary notice implies a dispute over wages owed by the Walnot concern.
An advertisement extols Coticcura Soap and Ointment as instant relief for itching devils with a promise of speedier cures. For severe cases it suggests mild doses of Coticura Pills as follow up therapy.
A fragmented Cincinnati March item describes telegraph exchanges and a Huntington lumber scheme. It mentions cranes, barges, and a chain device used by lumbermen to lash timber for river rafting, noting a misnamed device and potential payments by Huntington interests.
Seventh day Adventists plan a new training sanitarium and publishing house on an 8 acre Takoma Park site near Washington. Architect Ralri of Battle Creek leads the project with student labor and a central building for admin offices and classrooms. The plan includes dormitories for 49 and a chapel for 230, plus a 107 patient sanitarium, relying on cement air spaces for year round warmth.
A chaotic scene unfolds as St Louis expects a flood of celebrated thieves to tour the city. Superintendent Scully says city officials have ordered that the unwelcome visitors be kept off the streets and all measures used to enforce the injunctions. The workhouse reports capacity strains with over 50 men housed, signaling a police challenge amid a wave of visitors. Meantime in Gayling, a lumber camp seven miles southeast was destroyed by fire killing two inmates, Glia Perec and Crig Ranae, who died in the blaze.
Mrs Bradley Martin ordered forty gale of sheer mane in this country and ten more pairs. The details describe care items for her wardrobe, including gowns and coats, with special attention to unique footwear and silk-embossed cases. The cost is noted as over a certain amount in dollars.
Fire at a theater district building destroys the Bluebeard company costumes and related pieces. The Western salvage wrecking company interior and theatre storage rooms burned, with Blackford and Ninginga et al costumes removed earlier and then lost in the blaze.
In Des Moines a girl who ate alleged poisoned candy is dead and another, Rena Nelson, faces murder charges. Mrs Sherman stands charged as extradition arguments proceed with Gov Cum ming presiding. The case centers on a Banner store incident and ongoing legal proceedings last Tuesday night.
Fragmentary OCR suggests an ad promoting babies for sale or health claims. The readable parts mention health, gift, and to give health as a benefit, with unclear references to Betty or women. Text is garbled and does not present a coherent event or names.
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