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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1904
Page
2
Washington March 12 a violent incident is reported as Count Oskhaky shoots his wife and a traveler in a case that drew police attention. The description notes confusion and uncertainty about motives and timing as investigators gather details.
Farry Tilston, 569 Gouillet, died in a shaft accident at the Tard trade building Friday evening. His body was found at the bottom minutes after he entered the elevator shaft attempting to leave, then fell into the shaft on the end floor. He was alive briefly after being freed.
A factory accident at Century balling leaves a female employee with her hair torn from the head as she was agencying near a revolving shaft. The incident prompts cautions to factory workers about securing hair to prevent further injuries.
At Bay Chicago on March 12 a tense standoff unfolded in a bedroom castle on Wolf take shore. Ellis Bennett and Dennett awaited an attack from Deputy Under-Sheriff Long as shots rang out. Bennett, claiming possession of his midland acres, faced legal action and a mounting quest to defend a disputed claim amid threats and quarrels with the Consolidated Company.
Report from Petersbuig dated March 12 recounts Russian torpedo boat actions near Korea during a night engagement. Five Russian torpedo boat destroyers returned after steering a fleet toward enemy cruisers. One Russian destroyer foundered. prisoners were taken from a wrecked vessel. Casualties included one diver killed and three wounded. Port Arthur bombardment casualties included a Chinese man killed and several Chinese wounded. A Russian shell reportedly struck a Japanese armored ship, which pulled back from range.
London dispatch reports Port Arthur correspondent noting Japanese naval activity near Moreh Wharf. A mysterious squadron reportedly bombardment and bombardment ends with no sighting of the fleet by Friday afternoon, raising questions about location and status.
Experts warn famine is suppressed at Tomek Chita Vorcholicski and intermediate villages as food prices soar and supplies are blocked. Relief is urgently needed to prevent widespread starvation and disruption of transportation of troops and essential goods.
Silver, Burdett & Co. obtained a temporary restraining order from Judge McMiswiny against the Indiana State Board of Education and its commissioners over a school book contract. The suit seeks to block the award of the contract pending a hearing after March 4. Attorneys claim the board violated bidding procedures and that the contract should be awarded to a different bidder.
A fragile, garbled notice reports a marriage rite at sunset between a groom and bride, with scattered names and dates and a reference to a linen dress, indicating a formal ceremony but lacking clear details.
A garbled report outlines a March incident involving multiple names and actions. Key figures referenced include Peter Lior and Hyent with unclear roles. The text remains largely unreadable, offering little verifiable detail.
A fragmented description notes a child swallowed acid with unclear location and time details. The readable bits mention entities like a place and generic numbers without coherent context. Further readable facts are insufficient to identify involved parties or outcome.
An OCR fragment advertises remedies and health products. It mentions Cure a Cold in One Day, a laxative, a teething syrup for children, and a money back guarantee if not satisfied. Several brand names and local business references appear with garbled text.
A directive announces Dr We Garrison as the new president of the college. He succeeds former leaders, holds prior roles at Malvern EKONG and as a history professor, and begins his presidency in the spring term.
Walon machinists of the city held a meeting at Masonic hall Friday night to discuss the annual eight-hour workday. Debates grew heated as members argued for keeping the current terms for another year while opposing changes to the existing eight-hour schedule and rates.
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