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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1908
Page
7
In March reports from Anrich, Switzerland reveal the death of Gregory Gershuny sparking mourning in the Jewish press and coverage of his lifelong battles. The incident ties to extraditions and unfolding accounts, stirring debates in Thenews outlets.
Baron Hayashi Japanese minister to China appears in a public dispute over the seizure of the Japanese steamer Tatsu Maru on a smuggling arms into China charge. He leads negotiations amid rising public attention.
Lightning hit the double house at 1201 S Keystone Ave while the West and McDermot families dined at 6 pm. Soot and plaster coated tables, with damage estimated at 300 dollars. MHukrede Floral greenhouses on 8 State Ave were struck too, and city cars faced stalled tracks.
Three stamp vending machines, recently invented by L. M. Parkhurst of Indianapolis, will be installed in the post office within a few days. The machine has been tested by the government at Washington and proven practical for public use.
Hans Wagner cites fan ingratitude at Exposition Park as the motive for his retirement. The local crowd booed him for fielding misplays and weak hits, while praising opponents. Clarence Beaumont and Claude Ritchey, now with Boston, previously voiced similar complaints after leaving the team.
Audit report from Indiana confirms the balance sheet of John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Company Boston Massachusetts as of December 31, 1907. Officials Stephen H. Rhodes Roland O. Lamb Walton L. Crocker certify assets totaling 48.15 million and liabilities of 43.41 million. State auditor J C Billheimer signs and seals the document March 9, 1908.
The urn cast into the mid ocean from the Cunard liner Lucania on her eastward voyage Feb 17 held the ashes of Robert Floyd former assistant general manager of the Cunard line of New York. Nurse Mrs Erna Peterson performed the act and cared for Mr Floyd for months before his death.
Heavy rains with lightning and thunder across Pittsburg county caused damage, disrupted trolley and train traffic, hindered telegraph and telephone service, and threatened 22 feet of floodwater in local rivers. Four people were injured in a trolley accident amid the weather chaos.
Trustees report the Central Hospital for the Insane is overcrowded with no capacity for non emergency patients. The 1907 cost per inmate runs $151.42, while most state appropriations show unexpended balances. Superintendent Holen harter is praised for management by the trustees.
George Goodman a 21 year old man who jumped from the Kentucky and Indiana bridge into the Ohio River left postal cards showing careful planning and a lifelong love of the river. The note reveals his motive to end his life in the water.
Indianapolis Board of Public Works adopts Declaratory Resolution No. 5483 to vacate the third alley west of Harris Street from Jackson Street to Washington Street. Remonstrances allowed March 30, 1908 at 10 a.m. with final action by the board at its office.
Milford Delaware March 19 Henry Clay Jones a prosperous farmer is held on 431000 bail charged with assault after his stepdaughter Miss Mary Bennett says he spanked her like mother used to do over a butter and eggs dispute.
Gracie Truitt died Tuesday night at her parents home Mr and Mrs J F Truitt 851 W Twenty ninth st Her funeral is planned for Friday at the Seventh Christian church with burial in Crawfordsville Indiana.
The Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company filed its year end statement as of December 31 1907 with assets totaling 43 828 287 86 and liabilities 42 180 894 00. The report lists cash in banks 684 280 00 United States government bonds 12 000 09 real estate and mortgage loans 17 658 882 02 and loans on policies 5 791 212 00 with reserves and premiums noted along with unpaid dividends and other items. The Indiana Auditor of State certifies the document as a correct copy filed March 9 1908 under seal.
Public Works of the City of Indianapolis details improvements on FIRST ALLEY WEST OF DELAWARE STREET PENNSYLVANIA STREET and MICHIGAN STREET among others with brick creosoted blocks cement sidewalks and curb work. Notice sets hearing for Friday March 27 1908 at 10 00 a m and outlines assessment rules and cost sharing.
The Cass County Indiana Board of Commissioners invites sealed bids by April 1 1908 for road construction from section 2 3 6 township 26 north range 2 east to the southwest corner of section 21 with grading to a common level. Bids must follow county plans, include bond, and may be rejected. Attest: George W Cann Auditor Cass County.
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