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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1904
Page
1
A static line describes a procession as a house on wheels moves through the streets. Spectators line sidewalks while a municipal crew guides the float past landmarks. The moment highlights local culture and public interest in the event.
John Ensminger a park policeman had his seven room one story house moved several blocks from Georgia and East streets to New Jersey and Louisiana streets without a hitch. The family remained inside during the move and only minimal items were disturbed while Mrs Ensminger assisted by removing a lamp and a few wall pictures. The Webb Smith company handles the relocation to a lot east of Louisiana with the tenant family intact and plans for similar moves on nearby properties.
In St Louis Linda Wade head of the International Freemakers Association says pretty girls are not ideal for displaying gowns. She notes last year gowns on models drew attention away from the designs and calls the practice demeaning. Three live models will be shown, each silent, with only association members admitted.
Chicago March 2 Edward Kerlin 29 arrested for rifling Hyde Park mailboxes over three months. He forged endorsements on checks cashed mainly at department stores after being released from Joliet penitentiary last October. Kerlin says he averaged at least $50 daily from stolen letters and notes that letters without checks were destroyed. He had claimed a real estate job but was discharged amid undercover surveillance by government detectives.
Forecast for 36 hours ending Tuesday evening shows colder conditions overnight into Wednesday in Indiana and nearby states. Temperatures 7 am 58, noon 64, 2 pm 49 with variable winds. A social event is planned by Camp No. 2, PO. 8, in New York. Several Shortridge students Marie Starr Ida Rogers Barbara Martin Toward Shank and Chitten Joi son were suspended after an incident involving a window escape during a recital.
Large selection of rings in Tiffany style made of gold offered at 1.50 and 2.50 each. Also advertised line includes diamonds watches and jewelry from J. Pe Mullally at Monument-place. Wilson's Drug Store features coughs and colds remedies and other medicines.
John Mitchell, president of the United Mine Workers of America, stated on a Tuesday morning that he is not in politics and would not accept any nomination for political office. He dismissed ongoing suggestions of a vice presidential bid and said he would not be a candidate or accept any nomination. He also denied plans to join a Hearst ticket and reiterated his previous refusals.
Indiana Republicans who attended the first State convention in 1966 will be invited to attend the upcoming state convention this year. Chairman Godrich said the party aims to gather the names of all veterans from that era with M. L. Bundy of Newcastle noted as a known attendee and father of Judge Tandy.
The Republican state chairman Thom Aikens outlined the 16 point platform at the Kansas City state convention for delegates to the national convention. He pledged to support measures favoring capital, labor, and universal rights, and opposed calls for currency manipulation and corruption.
The Vatican garden yielded a tree gift and King Edward's rents include three oaks and six primrose roots sent to the Madison Daughters of the Revolution for planting along the John Paul memorial path in Indiana City.
Fragmentary item mentions Walsh as Hearst representative and hints at gubernatorial and presidential ambitions. The garbled lines obscure exact actions, dates, or organizations involved, preventing a clear summary of events or outcomes.
William Halney reports a woman claiming to have treated his injured chickens and demanding payment. He says she is unknown and refuses to reveal her name while the matter involves whether she is entitled to the chickens or payment for surgical work.
New York report notes meat prices rising due to a beef trust move. In Chicago and other major centers vast meat stocks exist while retailers may raise prices. authorities count millions of pounds in storage, with distribution in Kansas City and Omaha unaffected by supply concerns.
Earlham College refuses to revise Luther Foeger’s oration on Adoline for the Interstate oratorical contest at Notre Dame. Notre Dame objected to the piece as an unwarranted attack on the Catholic Church. The matter was taken to the Interstate Historical Association board, which ordered alteration, but the college declined, resulting in Foeger not being represented at the contest.
In Brazil Indiana a wife and husband on a wealthy farm were found affected after taking carbolic acid by mistake. Local officials expect to settle two year grievances with the Scale committee of black coal operators and miners. In Appleton Wisconsin Bert Nash killed Albert Kettle tere in a sudden street shooting, friends for years, motive unknown.
John Finnigan of 08 Highland Ave. took his own life after dressing for the day following an apparent depression. He left a suicide note to his wife and was last seen with barber HW Towler after visiting a shop on Monday evening. He was 62 and employed by a local company.
Washington March 2 reports from the McCull invest isp committee reveal early knowledge of post office allowances. Witnesses discuss a letter from Mr. Overstreet and a note about names. progress on a written history remains incomplete with partial data forwarded to the postmaster general.
The Eureka investment firm backs a proposed ordinance taxing natural gas sales, aiming to affect only Maine power supplies. The council hopes to pass the measure before April 1, possibly prompting a special session, while Consumers' Gas Trust contemplates ending gas service on that date.
An unsteady report details a express train wreck near Parkersburg on a Tuesday afternoon. No fatalities confirmed. witnesses mention a revelation about a saloon scene and alleged liquor sales, with defendants charged in relation to the incident and authorities investigating.
Carter, candidate for county commissioner from the city district, released a small pamphlet titled Hkenens of Carter. The front cover bears his name and announces his candidacy. The booklet lists all Republican precinct committeemen and leaves spaces for memoranda.
The ordinance signed by Mayo Dattaman becomes active with Sebi cautions. Affected areas include trees, lighting, and street blocks where new power and infrastructure changes are described. Officials cite five candidates and ongoing damps as part of the rollout.
A man named Mylo Jinffmin, living near Fletcher's Bank, collapses outside the bank after a distressing incident while a crowd and emergency crews converge. Dr Mackey attends Huffman's home after the event and a local judge, Watson, is involved in the ensuing custody of the suspect.
Sarah Cox sues John Wright for breach of promise of marriage and the case remains strongly contested in the courthouse. Large numbers of women fill the courtroom all day Tuesday as letters from Mrs Cox to Wright are entered into the record and described in detail.
On March 22 the department announced Horace Syert has been unti ted as United States attorney in Oklahoma. Mr Breed, a farmer, has been in Oklahoma for years and is connected with local matters.
The streetcar company has caused a disruption on Prospect Street by blocking several blocks of track to perform work. City engineer Jeup was notified and stated the issue would be investigated and the company required to remedy the situation immediately.
Well known real estate figure, Worth Wright, died at his home after a piece of iron cornice fallen from the four story Hubbard block struck him. The accident occurred Tuesday morning near Washington and Meridian streets. Wright, a longtime member of J. G. Wright & Co., died several hours later after blood clots formed in the brain. He leaves a daughter and two brothers.
Higginsville, Ma March 2 4 tornado damaged or wrecked about 50 buildings Monday evening. Wreckage blocked streets while local officials and responders assessed damage and began temporary shelter arrangements for residents. Damage estimates placed near £4000 with several structures heavily damaged or destroyed.
The trial against Justus L. Hroderiek over the Madiana National Bank of Hinchiert continues with Collins directing attention to alleged false entries. Key witness Wy Laurie, former bank cashier, is expected to testify as the government wraps up its evidence including checks drawn on the bank by National Manufacturing Company. A separate assault charge against William Vorhis is reported, as well as local business notices and ads.
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