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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1907

Page

3

Wall Street Stocks Fall as Market Opens in Decline

The stock market opened lower with widespread declines across major issues. Amalgamated Copper and Canadian Pacific showed notable moves, while Pennsylvania and St Paul hit session lows. By midmorning, a nervous tone prevailed as bears pressed Canadian Pacific and several rails.

New York Anaconda Great Northern St. Paul Pennsylvania Northwestern Northern Pacific Erie Reading Canadian Pacific Rock Island Steel Colorado Union Pacific Amalgamated Low Point

Chicago Live Stock Market Report

Chicago stock market overview shows cattle receipts at 300 and steady prices while hog receipts reach 17 000 with prices 5 cents lower. Light hogs 6.20 to 6.42, rough 6.15 to 6.25, mixed 6.20 to 6.40, heavy 6.30 to 6.40, pigs 5.50 to 6.20. Sheep receipts 2 500 steady, unchanged.

Chicago Scripps-McRee Press Association

Cincinnati Live Block Prices and Receipts Report

Cincinnati market summary from March 23 notes receipts for cattle hogs and lambs. Cattle receipts 167 with steer prices 5.50 to 4.50 for good to choice and calves 3.50 to 4.50. Hogs receipts 1,500 with prices 6.60 to 6.70 for good to extra. Lambs at 8.50.

Cincinnati Serinos-Mefine Presa Association Gorenen

Chicago Produce prices fromScrfpox-MecRae Press Association

Chicago market notes list egg prices at extras and standard rates. Butter from Creamery quoted at 9 14 cents. Poultry including turkeys 12 cents, chickens 13 percent, ducks 18 cents, geese 5.00 to 7.50 per dozen. Cheese Twins at 13 percent liberty young American at 4 1léc.

Chicago

Butler Endowment Drive Urges $16,500 By Monday Night

Indianapolis friends of Butler College race to raise 250000 endowment with seven day limit. By Saturday noon $233,450.75 subscribed, including $150,000 pledged if full amount raised. Local donors commit to large outside gifts if city completes fund, with a claimed ratio of $3 outside for every $1 from residents.

Friends of Butler College Committees of Solicitors Citizens’ Committee Indianapolis Butler Butler Colege Friends of Education Spikers Blackstones D. D. Layman Crate D. Bowen

Public Indebtedness Report Shows Rising US Debt

The census bureau bulletin reports US per capita public indebtedness at 35.50 dollars. Total debt across national government, states, counties, towns, districts is 2.7 trillion. It notes that for every two dollars of public indebtedness there is one hundred dollars of national wealth, with international ratios differing by country.

Serious Medine Press Association Washington Census Bureau United States Great Britain France

Live Stock Prices Sit At Indianapolis Auction

Receipts show hogs at 2,000 and cattle 30 with light sheep. Hogs sold mostly between 6.40 and 6.46, top at 9.50, market quiet and steady. Cattle demand matched supply for prime stock, while common and medium stock remained dull. Sheep and lambs totaled under 1,000 head with little interest. prices steady with solid demand for prime stock.

Indianapolis Addins Peeeets Eeeae

City Record Births and Health Notes Snapshot

City residents listed with births and medical conditions include Grah Hoffmann Hornberg Cain Buchanan Moss Middaugh Breen and Reinhard families. Hospital entries note appendicitis rheumatism arteriosclerosis chronic dysentery uremia scarlatine nephritis cerebral apoplexy with several couples and individuals named without full context.

Mary Beck Grace-ave Poy John and Louisa Grah Prospect-st Henry and Minnie Hornberg Joseph and Mary Cain Tamma Buchanan W. Washington St Irvin Bess Moss S. Ritter Ave Frank and Julia Middaugh Sandy Mrs. Brown S. Prie St James and Clara Breen Russell Ave Charles Mrs. Boeldt Wyoming St Grace Reinhard Illinois-st Chris and Arne Rosemeyer A. R. and Rene Kohlmann W. S. Williams Deaconess Hospital Julian H. Bucher Nebraska St Julian M. Brennan Fayette St Margaret Owens S. West St David Michael Massachusetts Ave Ruth May Epnpert Prospect St Simon Peter Baldun S. Delawarest

Building Permits Show Wide Range of Dwellings and Additions

A list of building permits includes J J Brady dwelling at 1826 Adler for 1800 dollars, M M Ralston dwelling at 1628 Ludlow for 1800, J M Stutsman dwelling at Sherbrook and Feraway for 32000, and Henry Klanke remodel at 1716 Central ave for 300. Other permits cover dwellings, repairs, additions, and remodels for numerous addresses with totals from 125 to 32000 dollars, reflecting activity across several neighborhoods.

J. J. Brady Adler M. M. Ralston Ludlow J. M. Stutsman Sherbrook and Feraway Henry Klanke Central Ave M. B. O'Brien New York and Arsenal J. B. Dew Graceland E. P. Wyatt Kenwood Thirty-third-st Ss. W. Minor N. Dearborn New York-st J. Mountain Ruckte-st Fortieth-st S. S. Skinner Leslie-st Chambers-st

Blackburn a Member of Isthmian Canal Commission

President Roosevelt signed the commission of former Senator Joseph C Blackburn of Kentucky to serve as a member of the Isthmian Canal Commission. The announcement from Washington notes Blackburn’s appointment as part of the ongoing project oversight.

Secripps-McRae Press Association Washington Roosevelt Joseph C. 8. Blackburn Kentucky Isthmian Canon Commission

Wheat and grain prices slip on Chicago market

Wheat declines with May at 75 cents and July 77K per bushel. Corn falls to 46 47 cents May and 43 44 cents July. Oats rise to 41 36 cents May and 37 38 cents July. Pork steady with July lard at 8.82 and ribs at 8.72. Local receipts show wheat 14, corn 349, oats 23 cars. No. 2 red winter at 76. May corn closes 46 1 2 cents. May oats 41 2 cents. May wheat 75 1 2 cents.

Chicago

Evansville Burglary Victim Josie Gray in Serious Condition

Special to The Sun Evansville Indiana March 2 Miss Josie Gray head bookkeeper at a furniture store assaulted by burglars late Saturday night at her desk posting books is in a serious condition Physicians fear she will not recover A bad wound was found at the base of her skull yesterday likely causing the decline The suspect who fled the day after the attack remains missing Circulars have been sent to police in many cities The suspect s wife fears he may have killed himself

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Indiana Grain Shippers Protest Rate Hike to Seaboard

Grain shippers from Indiana, backed by the Grain Dealers association, petition the Indiana Railroad Commission to suspend a proposed freight rate increase on grain to the seaboard. The new tariff, effective April 1, would raise charges from 24 percent to 4 cents per 100 pounds, threatening profits as car shortages delay shipments and order fulfillment.

Rail unions vow April general strike over wages and hours

Chicago dispatch reports that 50,000 railway workers may strike in April if western railroads do not concede a 12 percent wage increase and nine to ten hour days. Committees of Railway Trainmen and Conductors canvassed locals, awaiting official vote counts before notifying railroads.

Scrippa-McRae Press Association Chicago Western Garretson P. H. Morrissey Cleveland Illinois Eugene V. Debs A. F. Whitner Joint Committee

First Player to Report in Hooger Fielders Cohort

Schmidt, a joven Hoogeler fielder and brother of Detroit Catcher Schmidt, is first to report. Carr says he has an option on Cleveland outfielder Birmingham and Thielman’s return looks promising. Chenault will report on time and infielder Lord must report despite his injury for treatment by the club physician.

Schmidt Hoogeler Detroits Carr Birmingham Cleveland Thielman Chenault Lord

Blind Woman Burned in Des Moines Fire and Courtship Tale

Carrie Tillotson a wealthy blind woman was burned to death in Des Moines Iowa when starting a fire at her residence. She had advertised for a husband and was choosing from about 100 suitors in the state in the weeks before her death.

Scripps-McRae Press Association Des Moines Carrie Tillotson

Amateurs Hooked at the Gayety in Stage Prank Show

At the Gayety theater Manager Shayne led a mixed act of amateurs and professionals. Otto Haywood was hooked after defying orders and performed briefly, Johnny Hemsworth won with a standout buck and wing dance, Mary Collins sang softly but with charm, and the Five Western Trio closed the show with lively, crowd-pleasing humor.

Shayne Otto Haywood Otto Johnny Hemsworth Buck Johnnie Mary Collins Mary Marie Cahill

Indianapolis Social News Highlights and Gatherings

Society items show Carl Morris as new director and Lulu Fisher as Central Christian soprano. The Q A M club hosted a Brenneke’s dance, while Miss Lulabell Gray visits Rushville. Mrs W H Kappes departs for Graysenhurst, and Dr J W Bates hosts Broad Ripple guests. Several receptions and club events occur, including the Fortnightly Literary Club anniversary, a spring flower tea for Miss Constance Lewis, and the Indianapolis Woman's Club officers.

Carl Morris Lulu Fisher The Central Christian Church

Threatened Strike At Pope Motor Car Plant

Workers at Pope Motor Car Company threaten sympathy walkout with machinists who have stood on strike nearly a year. Demands call for a minimum wage of 32.34 cents an hour. Management declines to state action. Mass meeting Friday night passed resolutions backing Saturday demands.

The Pope Motor Car Company

Nicholas claims torture in murder trial of actress Leslie

Howard Nicholas testified in Judge Ball's court denying coercion while Leonard Leopold fights a murder charge in the Pacific hotel case. Nicholas described 36 hours without food and alleged police brutality at Central station. Capt Healy denied the accusations, saying the confession was voluntary and repeated at the coroner's inquest.

Howard Nicholas Leslie Central Station Healy Chicfgrave Nicholas

Blodgett Appointed U S District Attorney for Missouri

President Roosevelt named Henry N. Blodgett of St. Louis as United States district attorney for the eastern district of Missouri to succeed D. P. Dyer, in a Washington announcement dated March 2.

Scripps-McRae Preas Association Washington Roosevelt Henry N. Blodgett St. Louis United States Eastern District of Missouri D. P. Dyer

To Owners of Bad Breath Free Sample Offer

An advertisement targets people with bad breath from indigestion onions and smoking and sells Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges. It claims charcoal absorbs gases and odors, relieves belching, purifies blood and complexion, and offers a free sample by mailing name and address to F. A. Stuart Co. in Marshall, Michigan.

Rial Stuart F. A. Stuart Co Stuart Bridg Marshall, Mich

Air-Line Oil and Gas Incorporation Filed in Terre Haute

The Air-Line Oil and Gas company of Terre Haute filed articles of incorporation on Saturday with capital stock of 100000 dollars. Directors listed are W. B. Steele J. A. Dally A. D. Scott Harry Boggs and G. M. Crane.

Air-Line Oil and Gas Company Terre Haute Capital Stock W. B. Steele J. A. Dally A. D. Scott Harry Boggs G. M. Crane

Ganz Recital at Caleb Mills Hall March 27

The Rudolph Ganz recital is set for March 27 at Caleb Mills Hall in Roberts Park, featuring the Swiss pianist performing Brahms and Dohnanyi concert works, Schumann and Chopin pieces, and a Polonaise in E major.

Rudolph Ganz Caleb Mills Roberts Park Choral Society Brams Brahms Schuman

Religious notices and local church events in Indianapolis

The Northeast W C T U meets Friday at 709 E St Clair. Evangelists Nathan and Bethel France visit Indianapolis. Second quarterly meeting at Capitol Ave Methodist church Sunday. Palm Sunday observed at Central Universalist church. Two injuries reported in Panhandle shops and from an auto accident. Virginia Watts wins against Indianapolis Traction and Terminal company. Sermons announced at Central Ave Reformed, Tabernacle Presbyterian, Central Christian, First Baptist, and Roberts Park M E churches. Import Post Card Co incorporated by Schofield Pierson Vier son Parker with 10000 capital. Passion week at Roberts Park M E church with 7 46 services. sermons by Rev George Wolfs and Dr Albert Hurlstone.

E. St. Clair-st. Nathan Bethel France Indianapolis Central Universalist New Jersey Panhandle Christo Harry W. Rice Joseph McDaniels Virginia Watts Indianapolis Traction and Terminal Company George T. Berry American McCall Association Tabernacle Presbyterian Church Allan B. Philpott Central Christian Church First Baptist Church Mr. Taylor Christ Eugene B. Schofield Albert S. Pierson Charles W. Vierson John W. Parker Roberts Park M. E. Church George D. Wolfs Fletcher-place Church Kingship of Man Albert Hurlstone Roberts Park M. E

Guardsmen Abroad Meeting In Columbia South Carolina

Adjt. Gen. Oran Perry and Col. George W. McCoy of the First Infantry from Vincennes left Saturday for Columbia South Carolina to attend a meeting of the Interstate National Guard association. First Lieut. C. M. Seaman U S Artillery Corps has been ordered to this city to inspect new guns and materials received from the national government by Battery A and to instruct the battery in use and care of the materials.

Oran Perry George W. McCoy Irst Infantry Vincennes Columbia S. C Interstate National Guard Association C. M. Seaman U. S., Artillery Corps

Nervous Disorders and Dr Miles Nervine Claim

Describes nervous disorders linked to organ weakness and promotes Dr Miles Nervine as restoring nervous energy to strengthen organs. Includes a customer testimonial from C C Opp of St Peters Minnesota and advertizes Miles Medical Co with a money back guarantee.

Miles’ Nervine

Rhodius Case Hearing Set for April 11

Probate Judge Merle Walker has set the Rhodius case for April 11. The hearing will address the insanity claim and a permanent guardianship for the Rhodius person and estate in Marion County. Affidavits for a venue change have been withdrawn.

George Rhodius Merle Walker Rhodius Marion County

Rival Denver rooming houses name places after Thaw trial

Rival proprietors in downtown Denver name their rooms The Jerome The Delmas and The Evelyn in a tongue in cheek chase sparked by New York Thaw trial coverage. Reportedly no Thaw case involvement here, just local vanity driven by newspaper reports.

Scripp McRae Press Association Denver Col Jerome Delmas Evelyn New York

Death of Mrs Alice Johnson at 1596 Columbia Avenue

Mrs Alice Johnson 47 died suddenly Saturday morning at her home 1596 Columbia Avenue. Widow with no prior illness. Believed heart trouble caused death. Dr J H Bull summoned but she was dead on arrival. An autopsy will be held. Survived by one son and a brother J B Bovey a police department member.

Carolyn Conde Henri T. Conde Broadway Alma Rech Norma von Hake Catherine Krauss Nanette Mummenhoff Nelle van Landingham Winifred Shurtz Felix Vonnegut Lucile Barbara Hollenberry Frank Ranney Misa Pauline Stein Alice Johnson Columbia-ave J. H. Bull

May Abandon Trip to Mammoth Cave by Indiana High Schools

Edgar Forsyth of Shortridge and Robert Hall of Manual plan a high school excursion to Mammoth Cave but may cancel if participation lags. Only about 100 have prepaid while railroads require at least 150. The $15 cost covers rail fare and hotel. trip lasts a week with Louisville stop and side trips to New Albany and Jeffersonville.

Anderson Louisville New Albury Jeffersonville

Preacher Cleared in Juvenile Court Case

The Rev Henry Herrd colored was cleared in juvenile court of intimate relations charges brought by Myrtie Davis colored. The case was dismissed after a thorough investigation by Judge George W Stubbs and court officers concluded the accusations could not be credited and Herrd was innocent.

Henry €. Herred Myrtie Datis George W. Stubbs Herrd

Practice of Reserves at Brighton Beach

Manager Reinhardt requests the following players report for practice on Sunday afternoon at Brighton Beach. Pitchers Shea Connor Wagner Fiddick Cummings Mitchell Berry Catchers Dooley Schisser Lotshaw Infielders O'Brien Scanlon Pritchett Lehr Conklin Outfielders Davis Barnes White Dauss.

Reinhardt Brighton Beach Shea Connor Wagner Fiddick Cummings Mitchell Berry Dooley Schisser Lotshaw O'Brien Scanlon Pritchett Lehr Conklin Davis Barnes White Dauss

Holton Promoted to San Francisco District Agent

Warren Holton traveling passenger agent of Union Pacific in the Indianapolis territory has been appointed district passenger agent for the company in San Francisco. He is popular among railroad men who will be glad to hear of his promotion.

Warren Holton Union Pacific Indianapolis San Francisco Holton

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