Experts Rule Long Insane in Chessman Murder Trial
Insanity experts testifying in the Frank Long case stated Long was of unsound mind and unable to know right from wrong or resist his impulse to shoot Dr. Ephraim Chessman. The judge adjourned for the weekend as testimony noted Long’s erratic behavior and alleged divine visits during confinement.
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Frank Long
Ephraim Chessman
Long
C. F. Neu
C. EB. Collingham
W. 8
Henry Seyfried
Stanley P. Woodard
Morris Fountain Placed At Chatham Place Site
The Nathan Morris Memorial fountain will be placed on Chatham Place at the junction of Broadway Walnut Massachusetts-ave and Libertyst. Mayor C A Bookwalter Joseph L Hogue and Robert Alting of New York representing J L Mott Iron Works approved plans for the fountain’s erection on that site.
Local Jottings From Our City Busy Men With Note Books
A compilation of short notes from Indianapolis area life. Mov ing picture theater planned on Virginia avenue near Shelbyst. Morton statue admired at the statehouse with pedestal work underway. city awaits Gov Hanly veto on salary increase bill though hopes remain. Also mentions spring signs, tree care, barber shop and millinery trends with playful remarks on local transit and fashion.
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J. Frank Hanly
Four ex Officials Indicted in Embezzlement Ring
Scripps McRae press report from Peoria states a grand jury indicted four county officials, the city clerk, and a prominent attorney after eight weeks of session. Indictments allege embezzlement, with losses estimated between 375050 and 100000, split between City Clerk Joos and ex Sheriff Potter, and charges including forgery and extortion.
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Scripps-McRae Press Association
Peoria
T. N. Green
Joos
Potter
Scholz
Robert Joss
Daniel E. Potter
William E. Peters
R. M. Conkey
Sherman Hunt
Daniel Baum
Sweeney scandalized by speaker's $65 rent claim
Representative John Sweeney of Tell City was scandalized Saturday morning when Speaker Emmett F. Branch asked for a $65 allowance to rent the speaker's typewriters during the session. Sweeney objected, questioning the amount and noting you could buy a typewriter for that sum.
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John Sweeney
Tell City
Emmett F. Branch
Senators Direct Resolution Backed by State House
Senator Kimbrough's measure to ask Congress to call a constitutional convention to amend the U.S. constitution so that United States senators are elected by direct vote passed the state house on Saturday.
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Congress
Vention
United States
House
Archie Roosevelt in Better Health Says Doctors
Secretary Loeb released from the White House that Archie Roosevelt had a good night with no unfavorable symptoms and overall improvement since the previous report. Dr. Lambert noted a very comfortable night and a favorable outlook in every way.
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Archie Roosevelt
Archis Roosevelt
Lambert
Hopes 10 Break Defense’s Case In Photo Evidence
New York reporters say a photographer may become a crucial witness in the defense case. Evelyn claims she was wronged and asserts White was not near the studio on the night in question. Scripps-McRae Press Association reports March coverage of the district attorney Jerome’s experts under scrutiny.
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Stanford White
Evelyn
Eichmeyer
Jerome
Thaw
Paris
Abe Hummel
Thaw Case Brings New Alienists to Jury Fight
Prosecutor Jerome adds six alienists as defense rests prep for rebuttal. Reported cables from London and new testimonies push-collecting evidence on Thaw's sanity. Jerome aims to challenge Evelyn Nesbit testimony and Stanford White timing while court prep expands, with guards and detectives on standby.
Dowie Dies. Army to Help Themselves Work for Lodging
Reverend William Marion Dowie died at Zion City where the army's aid programs assist residents with lodging and support. The town plans funeral arrangements and honors his leadership in the community.
CANVASS FOR YWCA FUND FARES BELOW TARGET AS DONORS CONTRIBUTE
A Saturday noon report shows $95,523.25 of the $101,000 goal for the Young Women's Christian Association building fund raised, with $5,134 collected by noon and no further updates until Monday at 7 PM. The Salvation Army divides work into spiritual, social and industrial, farm, colony and prison branches, with Major J. G. Galley directing spiritual affairs in Indianapolis and Adjt. F. T. Miller overseeing social and industrial efforts at Capitol Avenue. Waste materials and household items are gathered to support the poor and unemployed, while beds and meals are provided to those in need at nominal costs, and a financial statement for 1906 is circulated to encourage citizen participation.
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Josephine Devol
Lebanon
Ind
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Sluco Pettis Dry Goods Company
Flora Wulschner
EB. T. Cornelius
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Indianapolis
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Cordova
Block
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S. Capitolave
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Agjt
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Adjt
Expenditures from county year 196 with staff and supplies listed
The statement for the year 196 shows expenditures including wages meals beds and cash grants to employees and transients. salaries of officers. repairs and alterations. fuel, water, insurance. horse feed bedding. laundry. furniture equipment. printing and postage. car fares and telephones. advertising and notices. veterinary and physician fees. total expenses amount to 1021 19.
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Asaden
E- Cess Tees
Cece
Andaee
Deans
Indiana University Wins Inheritance Tax Debate
Special to The Sun reports Indiana University defeated Ohio University in the debate on the inheritance tax at Indiana University. The tax-favoring side won. A banquet followed at Alpha Hall with Dr. H. Hall as toastmaster. A Champaign message adds Illinois University was defeated by Indiana in the tristate contest.
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Ohio
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Champaign
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Ilinois
Bliss Native Herbs laundry ad headline
Bliss Native Herbs promotes its services at 255 W Wash and The Gem Laundry on Wash Street offering family washings rough dry five cents per pound with all flat pieces ironed and phone contact 1671 for service.
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Bliss Native Herbs
W. Wash
GEM Laundry
United States Weather Forecast Update
Threatening weather and warmer conditions expected across the United States. Saturday night looks unsettled with likely rain on Sunday. Sunrise and sunset times are noted, though the forecast text contains garbled remnants.
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United States
Senate approves $1200 for loss of arm of Joseph Reible
A Saturday senate action awards Joseph Reible twelve hundred dollars for the loss of an arm suffered during a cannon discharge while serving in a state militia on a public occasion. Reible, described as an old soldier, was the beneficiary of the allowance.
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Senate
Joseph Reible
Reible
YWCA Plans Expanded Travelers Aid and Factory Extension
The YWCA plans to add travelers aid services and expand factory-extension work as a new home nears completion. Indianapolis emphasizes education and social support, viewing the organization as a college for girls. Last year receipts reached 23000 dollars, mostly from memberships and lunchroom fees, with 10 percent from local contributions.
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Siifer
Indianapolis
Darnell in West Poor and Stricken in Los Angeles
Riley Darnell, once a prosperous Indianapolis and Chicago businessman, is reported dying in destitution in Los Angeles. His career included a large fur and clothing empire and a famous $30,000 express case dispute in Shelby County. He moved from Indianapolis to Chicago in the 1870s and later prospered before losing much of his wealth amid speculation and ventures.
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NO SALARY RAISE Fails in Terre Haute City Officers
The house voted to concur with a conference report to keep Terre Haute and South Bend in the Second class with no salary increases for city officers. Senates raised Terre Haute officer pay, but Rep Joyce of Terre Haute pressed to raise, and the house stood by him. GRANT CLAY dental maker, 14 years with New York Dental, 108 N Delawarest, phone 3659. COMPEER CIGAR advertised as best on earth sold everywhere.
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Terre Haute
Joyce
South Bend
Senate
Grant Clay
New York Dental Company
N. Delawarest
John Alex Dowie Died at Zion City
John Alex Dowie, the prominent street preacher who founded Zion City near Chicago, died leaving a remarkable legacy. He built a large city with the help of followers and donations, drawing 10,000 converts to his cause centered on Elijah H., a divine healer, and his religious community.
Dowie Dies at Zion City After Prolonged Illness
John Alexander Dowie founder of the Christian Catholic church died at Zion City Illinois at 7 40 this morning after months of decline caused by dropsy and blood disease. He was last attended by three followers and a servant with no physician present. Dowie had been ousted by Wilbur Voliva and died amid delirium and religious defiance. Burial plans place him in Shiroh park with his son and wife nearby in Muskegon.
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Zion City
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Gladstone
Jane Dowie
John Murray
Muskegon
Mich
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Wilbur Glen Volloa
Dowle
Foot Servant Sustains Severe Iron Crush Injury
Thomas Foster aged 23 of No 2439 Hovey street was injured Saturday at Atlas Engine works when an elevator barrow tipped and crushed his left foot while loading sheet iron. He was taken to the City hospital for treatment.
Joss Signs With Cleveland After Holdout
Addie Joss, star pitcher of the American League club, signed today after talks with owners. He had been holding out for more pay, with a compromise reportedly reached though no figures were disclosed. Joss departed for Macon with the team after the conference. he led right-handers in 1906.
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Cleveland, O
Addie Joss
Joss
Macon
Park View Sanatorium Offers Cancer and Disease Treatments
Park View Sanatorium advertises treatment for cancer skin uterine and rectal diseases with Dr L T Leach active in New York and California stakes. Spring goods now ready by Gus Rasberg at 7 and 9 Pembroke Arcade. News phone 663.
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L. T. Leach
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California-sts
Gus Rasberg
Pembroke Arcaide
Paris Striking Electricians Shut City Lighting Plant Down
Soldiers from the French army's engineering division take over lighting duties as electricians strike, ensuring city lighting tonight. Strikers vow to continue, causing candle use in major buildings and delays in mail sorting and newspaper production across Paris.
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Paris
New Safety Laws Passed By State Legislature
Two bills prepared by the State Railroad Commission and introduced by Senator Crumpacker were approved by the house on Friday and await the governor. One bill mandates block signal systems for all state railroads by July 1 190, while the other requires railroads to file rules with the commission and provide printed rules to employees. The commission gains power to convene annual conferences with division superintendents.
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State Railroad Commission
Hanly
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