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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1905

Page

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Oil coated White River sparks citywide alarm

Anderson Indiana residents fear a fire on the Oil slicked White river inched along from Delaware field. Women and police are posted along the river to prevent matches or sparks while the slick drifts toward Indianapolis claims. A Delaware County man suspects a recently shot well releases nitroglycerin into the current. A Dare County committee plans an investigation with the Delaware county inquiry ongoing.

Anderson Ind White River Delaware Woomen Indianapalls Wikkixon Delaware County Tedeware

Probing Drug Trust Grips Wholesale Druggists Inquiry

An investigation into the Wholesale Druggists association faced a sudden adjournment after counsel met in Philadelphia. Clerk Nonie Hater noted by the United States court outlined ties to the Retail Druggists and Wholesale Druggists as questions arose about a witness. The session aimed to record movements and will be sent to a body coordinating prosecutions, then to a court in We said te yaist.

Cachierette Lie Ears Philadelphia United States Carlisle Amy

Mystery Solved in Creek Wreck Case

John Whitt, owner of the rig, reports the wreck mystery cleared after a drowned horse found in the creek. A Potter who searched the water for Whitt’s body recalls Wy Wen Waldron, who lives nearby, saying he saw Whitt walking home Saturday morning.

John Whitt Whitt Wy Wen Waldron Whith

Detectives Seize Seven Slot Machines in Nappanee Raid

In Nappanee Indiana on March 1 detectives raided local saloons and seized seven slot machines. The devices will be destroyed under applicable law. No individuals reported losses during the operation.

Nappanel Ind

Japanese Drive Ring of Mükden Retains Pursuit Rout Continues

Japanese forces under Gen Kuroki push through the Russian line east of Mukden and trap large enemy detachments as Russians flee north. Oku captures the main Russian supply depot at Buje tometer tion, with vast quantities of rifles and cartridges seized. Russians enveloped between Oku and Oka, retreat descending into disorder while Japanese heavy guns shell the rout.

Scrippe M'Rah Press Association Tokeo Kuroki Hun Mukden Tiens Nogi Fushun Tlepus Ruropatkin Mukdes Oku Arstroy Kuropatkin Kuropatkin Oka Riuva- Don

Bank Failure Echo Prompts Ells Bankruptcy Filing

In a defunct bank’s collapse, John W. Ellis of Rikhart and a paper firm face voluntary bankruptcy in federal court. Ellis lists $5,000 in assets and liabilities, amid bank-funded ventures, as creditors eye recovery.

Eikhart Bank John W. Ells, & Manufacturer Rikhart Ellis Rikhart Paper Company Tillie McMatiag

Brothers Fined In Copper Wire Theft Case

William Alderson and Utta Alderson were fined five dollars and costs each after being charged in poles court with stealing copper wire from an Interurban company. The incident occurred on Saturday in Washington street. Local judge and docket details follow.

William Alderson Utta Alderson Wrothers Washington T Costa Daya Indy

Fate Plays Prank With Little Babies

Unfolding tale from Chicago links two families to babies born near the Door of Hope. Mrs Dora Wert alleges improper treatment of her grandchild by Frank James family after both families received infants from the agency. Board of Guardians to investigate Monday as Wert cites repeated annoyances and past marriages amid a tense home dispute.

Dora Wert Arsenal Frank James Jameses Chicago

Fearful Tall Stranger Menaces Women on Lexington Avenue

Neighborhood women in 70s Lexington report a tall, dark haired man in a handsome suit has accosted them along the avenue over several mornings. A young woman, named to police, was grabbed and dragged toward a shed at Hart and McCarty. AC Mich tilsen is noted as molested. Police, with Capt. dly land, set a trap behind the girl on Saturday but the man did not appear. A prior unknown man in the neighborhood had frightened residents months earlier, and officials suspect the same assailant.

Lexington Hart and McCartysis Mich Tilsen Dly Land Bernauer Kitamiller Ataching

Health Board Report on Indianapolis Water Supply Crisis

The Health Board notes Indianapolis relies on a weak water source with no year round potable supply. A long term solution is needed as experts warn it will take years. T. Victor Keene presents death rate tables showing tuberculosis rising, with 104 deaths from Ohio in 1903 and 2 in 1904. Last year diphtheria fell while measles rose. City Dispensary records 104 percent of the population treated in 184, with 19 applicants refused due to inability to pay.

Indianapolis Water Company Board of Health Indianapolis T. Victor Keene Ohio

Criticism of Governor Hanty by Grand Army members

Grand Army of the Republic members protest veto by Governor Hanty on annual funds for GA printing expenses. They call the veto unconstitutional and deny state connection, claiming veterans deserve more consideration. Reverend D. Re Leas cites lawyers who say the law is constitutional and questions state affordability of the order.

Grand Army of the Republi Hanty Aliy Wa D. Re Leas

Plans for Young Women's Christian Association events

The YWCA plans a Sunday 4 PM service led by Misa Logan. She will lead the women and get acquainted. Dunt, national secretary of the YWCA, will visit March 31 for a membership banquet with 150 seats. Diamonds and jewelry available from Mulleny, Jeweler.

Young Women's Christian Association Misa Logan South Sea Islands Lea W. CL Ticketa

Spirit of Dream Drives Divorce Tale in Whimsical Plea

Mrs. Jane Winklemans strange explanation to Judge McManter centers on her husband Willum leaving after claiming guidance from a vision of a beautiful woman and a moving van arrival to remove a home. She recalls prior marriages, alibis, and a drummer lover accusation as she fights for divorce in a case shadowed by odd dream and motive claims.

Mrs. Winkleman Jane Winkleman Carly Perry Gua Burine Winkleman McManter Cora A. Yeager Thomas W. Yeager William Gerlach Anna Gerlach Jeroing

MR HUNTS SUCCESSOR ON RAILROAD PANEL HEADED

The article notes Secretary to Gov Manly Union Hunt is expected to resign as secretary to join the state railroad commission. Friends say Hunt will be named a commissioner, with ongoing close ties to Gov Manly and political support behind him. Uncertainty remains about who will fill Hunt’s secretary role and the commission’s full slate.

Gov Manly Rhage Union T. Hunt Mall Road Commission Statehouse Hunt Ems Railroad Commission Munt Mandane Hanly Fate Rhody

Beulah Hyland Held After Runaway Incident

Beulah Hyland a young girl ran away from her mother after a dispute with her brother who insulted her. Police arrested her Friday night on Elinotart with Pearl Davis of Evansville. Judge Whalen gave caution and Beulah was sent to juvenile court while her mother seeks the girl’s welfare.

Beulah Hyland Voomng Seevear Mary Hyland Asch and Gunsolus Elinotart Pearl Davis Evansville ON. Undsat Dasia Whalen

Russian retreat and losses reported in war updates

Kuropatkin wires the emperor that retreat continues with enemy harassment. The second army under Bilderling suffers heavy casualties and captures with unknown surround status. Reports claim 60,000 prisoners and similar killed or wounded, while Japs vow to destroy Kuropatkin’s army and Britain notes Oyama’s victory near Mukden could push peace terms.

TOKIO Karapatkin London Oyama Mukden Russia

Notice to Sun Subscribers on Delivery Irregularities

Due to many new sun subscribers in the past three months readers may experience irregular delivery. The Sun will refund or adjust for missed issues if subscribers notify the paper promptly. Call Main 5809 not later than 9 p.m. with details.

Sun

Health Board Debates Dr Martin Bill Over $100 Report

The Board of Health held an open meeting to discuss Dr Paul Martin's $100 report bill amid criticism. Members urged immediate review while Dr Martin's committee requested delay for explanation, as the board considered printing and commenting on the figures without consent.

Board of Health Paul Martin Mer Tw LL Watt Abert Chamberlin Lo Keene Merrin Martin Health Board Keene Roma AM Vale Ety Unger

Indianapolis lecture tickets free offered by Wesleyan club

The Indianapolis Lecture etwh invites all to a free entertainment at Misonte hall next Werlheadsty hhch with reader Atiae duanita Boynton. The Wesleyan quaint group of business and professional men funds aims to provide wholesome entertainment and offers tickets to those unable to pay through A. H. Winter, 2) N. 1threns.

Indianapolis Wesleyan Atiae Duanita Boynton Misonte Hall A. H. Winter

Trolley Accident on Carnegie Line Injures Seven in Pittsburg

Pittsburg March 14 seven persons were hurt when a night car on the Carnegie line rounded a curve on a long steep grade, jumped the tracks and plunged ten feet into an embankment. William B. Overholt, Wm. B. Rowe, Joseph Henninger and John Muck were seriously injured.

Pittsburg Nieht Carnegie Ateep West End William B. Overholt Wm. B. Rowe Jossph Henninger John Muck

Tears on Mrs Chadwick in Chadwick trial amid emotional defense plea

In Cleveland the Chadwick murder trial neared a verdict as Dawley cried during closing, arguing no conspiracy and urging jurors to acquit Emil Hoover by his mother Mrs Chadwick. He highlighted motives, Beckwith, Spear, and letters while defending her actions and the bank dealings.

Dawley Cleveland Emil Hoover Scripps Mare Uist Chadwick Dawler Tie Wind Ctarwiek Hoover Sullivan Timas Fe de Dtffense Jean Lime Gall Beckwith Dailey Tig A. Net Katewick Verson United States Merkwith Spear Camesto Sterida Ana

Newsboy Hero Saves Runaway CROWD in Pennayren Street

During a noon rush in Pennayren Street a runaway horse and buggy swung toward crowds including women and children. Newsboy Barney Hallman slipped into the street, grabbed the reins, and vaulted into the buggy, stopping the horse just before it struck panicked pedestrians. A stylish young woman then entered the vehicle and fled, refusing to identify herself.

Pennayrenn Mtv Crassage Borat Barney Hallman iMysarsol

Application Withdrawn Over Gambling Arrest Allegation

George Miler withdrew his application after demonstrators testified he had been arrested for gambling devices on his plane. The incident involved a satonn at Capital-ave and Sixteenth st where the empty commission for Teens was faked.

George Miler Capital-ave Sixteenth St

Union B Hunt Status and Physician Fears Late Tuesday

Union B and Hunt face a health scare as secretary to Guy Hants collapses Friday night. Officials say pneumonia is feared, with doctors diagnosing a suspected acute bronchitis attack amid unclear circumstances and ongoing concerns.

Union B Hunt Better Talon Banner Guy Hants

Governor Tanly closes registrative work this weekend

Governor Tanly completed his registration duties on Saturday as the codification commission and the legislature finalize the revised criminal code. The process appears finished with official publication imminent.

Tanly

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Gens Nogi, Kuroki Board OF Children's Guardians Health Board Report G. A. BR Plan Y. W.C Diamonds Wade J.¥. Mulleny Winklerune Wan MR. Hunt Pretty Girl Feld Mather Harley W. Gibbs Washington St Stibbs Urdas Nue Winat Parer Abraet A Mrs. Chadwick Emil Woaver Kenerth Par- Heulay Fran Status of Adamt Oelock Tarter Emil Teever Imwley Soo Newsboy Barney Ballman Rushton Canoes Lug Linbieh Wrahington Wulschner East WAT WILLS Krul Kruse & Deventer Washington
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