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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1908
Page
2
School officials consider oiling floors a fire hazard in Indianapolis buildings. An investigation at Brightwood and No 4 will check risks, especially stairwell design. Fire drills may rise to monthly from five, and janitors must stop storing waste under stairs. A special board meeting will seek further safety steps.
Alerts readers to fraudulent fund collectors claiming Salvation Army authority. Encourages donors to verify credentials with officials Major William Escott, Adjt. Ernest Harris, or Adjt. FL. Miller, noting their office addresses and phone numbers for verification before giving cash, clothing, or goods.
Mrs Anna Brandett McAlpin wife of Gen Edwin A McAlpin dies in her St Regis apartment New York March 11 Gen McAlpin was in California when illness worsened and is en route home The philanthropist was widely known for her charitable works.
In Indianapolis fifty representatives from Indiana independent telephone men and Central Union met with city officials to denounce a Bell dominated consolidation. They urged granting a new franchise to the New and Indianapolis Telephone companies, arguing toll competition and fair rates, while Central Union favored consolidation and claimed to seek peace. Mayor Bookwalter pledged to settle the issue fairly to protect Indianapolis business interests.
Maurice Reilly 44 who spent 30 years with Western Union Telegraph company died Tuesday night at his home 2309 Ashland Ave after six weeks illness. He never married and was survived by brothers and sisters. He began as a messenger boy and, at death, was head bookkeeper.
William L. Taylor, Marion county candidate for the Republican nomination for governor, was endorsed at a meeting of businessmen in the Indianapolis Board of Trade assembly rooms Tuesday night. Capt. W. E. English chaired. speeches by Mayor Bookwalter, William Bosson, and Robert A. Brown. Caleb S. Denny, resolutions chair, submitted the endorsement resolutions.
A United States Army recruiting office has been established in Frankfort Indiana with Private Lewis B. Hearney in charge. The move aims to boost enlistment during wartime and streamline access to service.
Indianapolis police retire first patrol horse Black Frank after six years with Wagon No 2 An auto patrol replaces horses and Kate Rally Jolly move to new roles Chief C E B Coots oversees shifts Drivers mourn the loss calling Frank a loyal partner and prefer him to die in stall over gravel wagon
The Indiana Republican Party appoints Fred Sims secretary of state of Fort Wayne as acting state chairman, due to J P Goodrich's railroad receivership. Sims will serve through the April convention and likely into the campaign, with leaders approving the choice. State leaders plan a late March meeting in Indianapolis to discuss the platform.
In Goshen Indiana on March 11 a Swedish nurse Hilda Magnuson aged 21 fell while carrying 1 year old Thomas Heerner Riley at the Riley residence. The infant was crushed and died instantly while the nurse suffered severe injuries.
Dr. W. B. Craig and others in Indianapolis have formed a hunting club to lease preserves and enjoy duck shooting in the Indiana marshes. A party of hunters headed for the swamps on Tuesday.
SAN REMO Italy March 11 Despondent over losses at the Monte Carlo gaming table M F B Jones and his wife said to belong to prominent British families committed death by own action by inhaling gas They reportedly lost nearly $300 000
An old advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for weak, tired, and unhealthy blood. Claims include improved appetite, sleep, and strength after illnesses like grip and pneumonia, with testimonials from Jas. Zauba and Florence Stowe. Product sold everywhere in liquid or Sarsatabs, 100 doses for one dollar.
Special to The Indianapolis Sun from Lebanon Indiana March 11 Samuel M Ralston accuses Indianapolis News of taking directions from brewery interests and a powerful political machine He defends his temperance stance as a forward move and argues the News fights him to aid machine and liquor interests He asserts his loyalty to Democratic principles and local option units within township bounds.
Statehouse figures and Marion county Republicans converge on Marion for the Eleventh district convention. Four gubernatorial candidates will attend while numerous state officials and party workers arrive Walton Tuesday and Wednesday to rally support and watch the proceedings.
Amito Louisiana March 11 D Ss Kemp senator elect was shot and killed by Cc F Hyde last night following a quarrel over the recent primary election. Hyde was identified as the shooter and the incident occurred in the aftermath of a political contest.
An advertising claim argues sunshine and a good stomach create happiness and success. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a quick cure for indigestion, loss of appetite, and related ills, promising better mood and earnings and offering a 5 cent package and free sample by mail from F. A. Stuart Co.
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