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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1908
Page
1
In the desolate Maverick town a tense set of cattlemen gathers at the Long Island saloon ahead of a looming clash. Englishman Jim Carston, new owner of the Big C ranch, is loved by many workers but eyed by rival Cash Hawkins whose loyalty to him is the central tension. Continued on page 7.
Twenty four school buildings were inspected by city building inspector Thomas Winterrowd and school board director John Cleland. Obstructions found on stair landings were ordered removed to keep stairways clear in case of accident. Inspections will continue until all public schools are checked.
Two subpoenas issued for Shorty Burch, a key state witness in the Mike Silk assault case involving Sammy Rosenthal of the Indianapolis Sun. Burch, missing since Friday, claims a subpoena was served and will testify Silk took Rosenthal’s papers. Judge Pritchard gives the state until Monday to locate him.
For two weeks officers discussed styles and fit as they prepare for warmer days. Saks & Co. holds the contract, about 175 new suits will be issued this spring. Chief Metzger orders switch from overcoats to short blouses and eliminates long dress coats as unnecessary.
Anderson Ind March 12 1908 editor Indianapolis Sun in line with Mr Ralstons declaration that the Indianapolis News ignores brewing interests favoring Republican governor candidates. At packed primaries 10 delegates favorable to Jim Watson were chosen including Lambert a Prohibitionist and Bevan a brewer associate. Loyal to Watson, both pledged to vote for him. Letter claims News shields unholy alliance and mocks Ed Herdee.
Crawfordsville Indiana March 14 six carloads of their finest brick have been sent to New York City by the Poston brick plant for trimming the new Masonic Temple under construction in the metropolis.
A list of Indiana residents including A J Behymer Mrs M S Malarkey M I Trimbie J J Madden F M Springer W P Hapgood W B Harding H A Sitkens F C Dickson H A Hagaman Mrs P Wright Miss Ackerman and Miss Lemmen from Indianapolis and H B Woolston from Terre Haute stayed at New York hotels during the week.
Edwin Conlin, age 70, rang doorbell at 1407 Charles Street claiming he and his family lost their home to a fire. He pleaded guilty in police court to begging and was jailed 15 days after Bicycle Officers Wilson and Golnisesh tracked him down.
Elmer and Inez Jester, a young married couple, faced wife desertion charges in criminal court. Judge James A. Pritchard urged reconciliation and advised them to mend their quarrels, with the case set aside as they left happily reunited.
Policeman Al Ray pursued a speeding cab through downtown streets with Humane Inspector John Shine and a crowd of boys. The chase led to Castle Hall where the cab was overtaken. one occupant escaped as others were captured for drunkenness. Suspects were Sam Dunfree, Ernest McCullum, and Frank Jones.
Elmore McMillin staged a practical joke on Albert McLaughlin causing him to think a diamond ring found at the Columbia club had been stolen. Mrs. A. J. Treat then recovered her husband’s ring, lost at a reception, after detectives uncovered it buried beneath a coal shed. McMillen was not arrested. Treat reclaimed the ring on Saturday.
Pittsburg March 14. Mrs William Thaw left for Florida with physicians saying absolute quiet may prevent a further and possibly fatal attack. Her son Harry Thaw is in a madhouse and his wife sues for divorce. The Thaws’ other children are involved as a disputed settlement over Evelyn Thaw. Mrs Thaw cannot receive visitors for now.
A sub committee of the Commercial club and Indianapolis Board of Trade met Saturday to name examiners for the Indianapolis Telephone company books. No experts were named yet but another meeting is set for Monday morning to select specialists not resident in Indianapolis.
Gas Sommers of 2135 Pleasant Street reported the season's first black bass catch near Schofield's mill on FallFelk. He calmly reeled in a four pound fish after a strong tug and steady effort, ending a quiet fishing day.
The New York trial of actor Raymond Hitchcock grows tense as nervous testimony unfolds. Helen Von Hagen and Elsa Voekcs corroborate accounts by young girls detailing rides to parks and theaters with Hitchcock. Prosecutors seek conviction on charges of mistreatment.
In Elizabethtown Indiana on March 14 a practical joker showered pepper on the rink floor during a crowded session with 406 skaters present. A recess was needed as sneezing subsided and workers swept the floor.
A letter from a dying era shows a fatherless schoolgirl asking for free seeds to start a flower bed. Sun readers learn how Charity Organization Society funded vacant-lot cultivation, detailing mothers and children growing vegetables and flowers, yielding potatoes, beets, cabbage, and tomatoes.
Indianapolis widows with children received garden seeds and guidance from the Sun Society to improve living. A widow's small yard yielded lettuce potatoes corn and onions worth over a dollar, showing gardening as a vital effort for nourishment and income. The program’s success spurred more participants to start gardens and spread the idea.
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