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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1909

Page

2

Slayers of Woman 10 Face Jury

In criminal court on Tuesday afternoon Harry Doty 18 and George Miller 19 pleaded guilty to first degree murder for killing Mrs. Mary Nichols a week earlier. Edward Decker 18 and Harry Reggin 27 pleaded not guilty. Judge Pritchard will hear evidence and place the case on the docket with a jury verdict to determine the death penalty or life imprisonment.

Harry Doty George Miller Mary Nichols Edward Decker Harry Reggin Pritchard Doty Miller Lfe

Telephone Co Wins Suit in Boone County

Judge Parr of the Boone circuit court sustained a demurrer to the amended complaint and ruled for Indianapolis Telephone and the New Telephone companies. The decision ends efforts to annul the charters and to appoint receivers, with the state taxed the costs.

Daughter Too Yoone To Wed Says Father

The father of Matilda Goss of Spencer Indiana told Marion county marriage license clerk William Berner that his daughter is 13 and he objects to her marriage to Fain D Grady of Indianapolis Grady filed suit for divorce February 5 from Elva Grady and the case will be heard before Judge Mc Master on April 1 He urged the license not be issued to Grady or his daughter

Matilda Goss Spencer Ind William Berner Marion County Fain D. Grady Indianapolis Grady Elva Grady McMaster Goss Berner

Moros and soldiers clash leaves ten dead

A Lake Lamao report says Moros attacked Lieut. Furlong's constabulary detachment at Bordong on March 8. In the sharp fight eight Moros and two constabulary men died. two soldiers and one civilian were wounded. A company of the 25th Infantry and scouts moved to aid Furlong's forces.

Manila Lake Lamao Lieut Furlong Constabulary Bordong Twenty-fifth Infantry

How to Get Rid of Catarrh by Dr Blosser’s Remedy

Sufferers of catarrh are offered a home treatment by Dr J Blosser of Atlanta Georgia. The method promises to cleanse the head nose throat and lungs providing relief without sprays or internal medicines. Free sample by mail to test the remedy for catarrh headaches deafness and colds.

Blosser

Anti-Gambling Bill Seeks Ban On Bridge Whist

In Carson City on March 17 the senate approved a bill to place bridge whist and all games of chance played for money or prizes in the same prohibited category as fare and roulette and other banned games. The measure now goes to the house for consideration.

Carson City Senate

John Dixon Found Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter

A jury in criminal court found John Dixon, 36, guilty of involuntary manslaughter for the killing of Frank Hart near North and Porter streets last June. The sentence ranges from two to two years in the state prison.

Criminal John Dixon Frank Hart North Porter Streets

Governor Grants Unconditional Pardon for McCarthy

Governor Marshall issues an unconditional pardon to Thomas McCarthy who surrendered to state prison authorities after parole violation. The pardon follows a recommendation from the pardon board. While on parole McCarthy credit Salvation Army conversion and plans to work with them. Frank Freyer and Alonzo Zergler receive conditional paroles.

Gov. Marshall Thomas McCarthy McCarthy Salvation Army Blackford County Frank Freyer Alonzo Zergler

Woman Identified in Canal Slaying Case at Washington

The body of a slain woman was found in the Dayton Canal near Washington, Pennsylvania, identified as Mrs Frances Doolittle of Washington. Her maiden name is said to be Josie Mansfield, linking her to legends of the love affair connected to the 1872 shooting of Jim Fisk by Edward S. Stokes.

Washington, Pa Dayton Frances Doolittle

Miss Anderson Married to Mart Richey at Holmes Avenue Home

Miss Pearl May Anderson of this city married Mart M. Richey of Greenfield at 36 Holmes Avenue in a ceremony conducted by Rev. The bride and groom completed nuptial rites in a private home setting according to local society notices.

Mafia Threatens U S Detectives in Sicily

In Rome on March 17 the Mafia warned American detectives to stop pursuing the Petrosino case. Placards and letters bearing Mafia insignia circulated as Palermo police hunt the killers. A second assassination in Palermo deepens the mystery as Prince Cato vows parliamentary revelations on Mafia links to Sicilian police.

Rome Mafia Joseph Petrosino Sicily Petrosino Palermo Prince Cato

Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand to Lead Army Flight

Vienna dispatch reports Crown Prince Franz Ferdinand will command the army within a week as warlike mobilization accelerates. Serbia is said to have 125,000 troops ready, with tensions mounting toward a major clash between Servia and Austria.

Vienna Franz Ferdinand Servia Austria

Taft Cousin Isa Bell Waters Dies in Amherst

Miss Isa bel l Holman Waters aged 56 died yesterday at Amherst in the home of her cousin Prof. E A Grosvenor of Amherst College. She was daughter of Col and Mrs Asa Holman Waters of Millbury and a cousin of President William H Taft.

Taft Amherst Mass Isabell Holman Waters Asa Holman Waters Millbury William H. Taft E. A. Grosvenor Amherst College

Stomach Digestion Pioneers and Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets

The piece notes Abbe Spallanzani and Beaumont shaping knowledge of gastric juice and digestion. It cites Alexis St Martin and Beaumont’s experiments at a Michigan post, then promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as digestors aiding digestion, soothing nerves, and correcting dyspepsia. It claims wide use in America and Canada, with a 50-cent price and mail trial offer.

Abbe Spallanzani Beaumont Michigan Alexis St. Martin Stuart America Canada

Baptist Negroes Turn to Pistols in Dispute

In Providence on March 12 a shooting at Olney Street Baptist Church left Nelson Morgan, head of the deacons, shot in the left eye and hospitalized after a clash with Robt. Russell the sexton and two Morgan supporters. The fight stemmed from long running factional disputes within the citys largest Negro church.

Providence R. I Olney Street Baptist Church Robt. Russell Sexton Nelson Morgan Board of Deacons Morgan

Man Changes Name of His Bride-Elect

Boston news reports William MacMasters 41 obtained a second marriage license within a month. He first named Agnes Louise Vesey as bride elect on February 18, then returned the license to change the bride to Mrs Harriet Amelia Way Es, claiming she was recently divorced.

Boston William MacMasters Agnes Louise Vesey Harriet Amelia Wayes

Didn’t Realize How Injurious Coffee Really Was

A Washington woman describes chronic health issues tied to habitual coffee use and credits quitting coffee with Postum for full recovery. The letter promotes Postum Co. and the book The Road to Wellville, urging readers to consider alternatives and health benefits.

Washington Postum Co Battle Creek Mich Wellville Senate

Title Bout Set After Tie in A B C Bowling Race

Fred Brueggeman of Sioux City and Larry Sutton of Buffalo are ordered to ready themselves to roll off for the A B C title in Pittsburg Pa. on Saturday after tying for the lead in the individual event. The Imp erials' Fred Pump Jr and George Jarrett from New York led minor events with Jarrett top in pins.

Pittsburg Fred Brueggeman Sioux City Iowa Larry Sutton Buffalo Abe Langtry A. B.C Langtry Marshall Levey Indianapolis Bob Matak St. Paul St. Louis Brueggeman Broadway American Bowling Congress Fred Pump George Jarrett Imperials Jarrett

Paris Strike Expands As Postal Telegraph Firms Join

Paris reports a deepening strike as telephone operators join telegram and mail workers. Hundreds of thousands of letters accumulate while 2000 postmen vote unanimously to form a strike committee if needed. M Simyan warns of stern action, having dismissed 700 subordinates.

Paris Stend M. Simyan Posts and Telegraphs

Pennway Building Planned At Penn/NY Streets Corner

Dr. John M. Kitchen has plans by D A Bohlen & Sons for a new Pennway office building at the southeast corner of Pennsylvania and New York streets. The structure is to cost about $100,000 and will be among Indianapolis' finest.

John M. Kitchen D. A. Bohlen & Sons Pennway Pennsylvania and New York Streets Indianapolis

Mafia kidnappers hunt for six year old in New York

Detectives widened the hunt to the East River docks and South Street as they pursued a new crew linked to the Mafia in the disappearance of six year old Antonia Malfetti. Officials say the child was taken from home by organized criminals and a manhunt is under way.

New York Mar East River Sth Street Antonia, Malfetti H. H. Frazee Madison Square Theater Knighthood

Building Permits Reed by Various Owners and Firms

A list of building permits issued including S Miller office room at 1719 Howard, Lucy Hereth frame dwelling rear 712 Blake, J W Riley repairs 915 W Pearl, Wabash Reality Co repairs 734 S West, J M Tindall and John R Merseck veneer apartment Pierson Ave and Fall Creek valued 20000, plus repairs by J E Shover 1222 24 N Alabama 250, Knight Jillson repairs 27 29 E Maryland 120, W H H Miller repairs 1207 N Delaware 50, William Schwagman addition 2114 E Washington 500, Thomas McManamon frame store and dwelling corner 18th and Montcalm 2000, A W Mackenzie frame cottage 922 Tremont 31000, C Smelser remodel 335 Massachusetts Ave 100, Cc Pearson addition 940 S Meridian 250.

S. Miller Howard Lucy Hereth Blake J. W. Riley W. Pearl Wabash Reality Co S. West J. M. Tindall John R. Merseck Alabama Knight & Jillson Maryland W. H. H. Miller Delaware Wiliam Schwagman E. Washington Thomas McManamon Eighteenth and Montcalm A. W. Mackenzie Tremont C. Smelser Massachusetts Avenue Cc. Pearson Addition S. Merid Jan

Woodruff to Play Third Base for Louisville. Harley Contract Arrives

Louisville report states Dick Harley, the fast outfielder, has his Bigped contract delivered to manager Heine Peitz. Orville Woodruff, a fleet Cincinnati native, reports to play third base for Louisville, though he is 15 to 20 pounds overweight and aims to slim down in a few weeks.

Louisville Dick Harley Heine Peitz Colonels Orville Woodruff

Carter Defeats Locke In Wind-Up Bout At Douglas Club

Philadelphia report of a boxing match last night at the Douglas Athletic club where Eddie Carter defeated Kid Locke in a hard bout. Carter used his size advantage while Locke fought valiantly throughout the contest before a large crowd.

Philadelphia Douglas Athletic Club Eddie Carter Kid Locke Carter Locke

Cy Seymour Fined by Local Authorities

Cy Seymour must not be driven from the Giants by McGraws claim of no club membership or by a $16.75 fine from local authorities in Marlin Texas on March 17.

Marlin, Tex Cy Seymour The Giants McGraw

Derby night glove contest threatened by Johnson

San Francisco report from March 17 says if Jack Johnson fails to keep his engagement with the National Sporting Club and Sam Langford, he will face consequences in London. The item highlights pressure over the Derby night match and the harsh realities of life in the British metropolis.

San Francisco England Jack Johnson National Sporting Club Sam Langford

Cy Young Furnishes Elaborate Room at Union Hospital

The canal Dover Ohio report notes Cy Young outfitted the most elaborately fitted room in the new Union hospital. The hospital will be dedicated Wednesday March 17 with a fine portrait of Young painted for the walls by the hospital's directors.

Collegian Joins Yankees as Catcher from Penn

Macon Ga March 17 Simon Paux tus names the thirty fifth Yankee catcher from the University of Pennsylvania. He was an end rush on the Quaker football team and is described as tough and capable of strong throws. Reports call him a grand thrower and note several other abilities.

Macon Simon Pauxtus University of Pennsylvania

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