Death in terrible form claims three in Indianapolis
News item reports Jarvis Wiltams, 45, a laborer living at 26 W Washington St, killed at 9 p.m. Thursday when struck by switch engine No. 92 on the St. Louis division near Harding crossing. Switchman Parcy G. Brown, 328 Kenwood Ave, attempting to save Wiltams, was dragged under the engine and injured, both feet amputated. Remains of Wiltams at city morgue. Brown recovering at St. Vincent's. Also note word from Richmond, Indiana of Daniel O’Lery’s death after being struck by a Bea board Airline freight train. O’Lery had left home two months ago. John V. Connally, 30% N Central Ave, killed Thursday in Madison while riding a horse. he was thrown and trampled in the street.
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Jarvis Wiltams
Washington St
St. Louis
Big Four
Harding Crossing
Parcy G. Brown
Kenwood-ave
Williams
Brown
St. Vincent's
Richmond
Vin
Daniel O'Lery
John V. Connally
N. Cantrol Ave
Madison
Mayor Bookwalter to be renominated at Republican County Convention
One day before the Republican County Convention at Tom Tinton Hall, Mayor Charles A. Bookwalter is expected to be renominated unanimously. Senator Albert J. Beveridge is slated as permanent chairman with Sinsier Heveridge delivering the acceptance gavel. Police judge race between Connaway and Whallen remains the only contest as credentials and resolutions are to be reported.
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Daleas
Charles A. Bockwalter
Tom Tinton Hall
Edwin D. Logadon
Committee On
Albert J. Beveridge
Sinsier Heveridge
Thea
Bookwalter
Charles N. Eltiott
Uasp
Connaway
Whallen
Railroads Told to Guard Their Own Property by Judge
Judge Palive-idge Whallon blamed railroads for not protecting their coal and property on Panhandle cars. He commented that property owners should not expect city patrols to guard goods. Two colored defendants, Jackson Scott and Wyle Anderson, were charged with stealing coal on the I H and W tracks. Anderson was shot while fleeing arrest, and both men faced minimal fines after considerations of prior records and leniency.
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Palive-iidge Whallon
Anckson Scott
Wylie Anderson
Uwhey
Nateciite Taintiin
Thunders
Jackson Scott
Wyle Anerson
Anderson
Miller
Scott
Lelsey
Anderaan
Empress Berdin Injured in Grunewald Ride Incident
While horseback riding in the Grunewald forest, Empress Berdin of Germany fell when her horse shied and injured her right arm. She was transported to the Hunting Castle of Grunewald where medical aid was summoned.
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Berdin
Germany
Grunewald Forest
Grunewald
Saloonkeeper Must Explain Delay To Uncle Sam
William Broner saloonkeeper at 40% W Maryland Street was arrested by Deputy U S marshal Foles on a Friday morning charged with selling liquor without a government license during August 1902. Broner lacked a license for that month but obtained one in September and was released on his own recognizance by Commissioner Moores and will be heard Monday.
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William Broner
Maryland St
U.S
Foles
Broner
Moores
Classified Help Wanted and Rentals On Ninth Page
New advertisements listed include girl wanted in laundry housermaid wanted a new double house for sale a housekeeper wanted general housework furnished rooms for rent and bidders wanted. This notice summarizes the ninth page listings.
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Hner
Housermaid
Tamenters
Playing Cards Banned Aboard Indiana Rail Coach
Train officials deny a standing order forbidding card playing on the Indianapolis and Vincennes line while Superintendent Mansfeld notes no such order exists. The report says a youth ban is unlikely, with ongoing enforcement questions. In other items, a secret Anti Saloon League meeting in Pierson's Hall aims to coordinate statewide opposition among liquor trade groups as saloons face closures. Bulgarian cabinet resigns amid war-related tensions and military expense proposals.
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Indianapolis
Vincennes
Mansfeld
Mansfield
Knights of Adevcy
Pierson's
Megane
Anti-saloon League
Knights
Ana
League
Cyclone scatters ruin in Ermessa area of Virginia
A Virginia cyclone struck the Ermessa area causing destroyed buildings trees uprooted and cattle killed. The March 1 report cites extensive damage across three miles with local cre signif noting Aerolony Thursday night aftermath in Norfolk region.
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Virginia
Norfolk
Aerolony
Ermessa
Acre County
Coliseum Fund Stays Flat Despite Promoters Optimistic
The Coliseum fund remains stationary with no active solicitations for weeks. Soldiers show no concern and are optimistic about future subscriptions. In spring, Messrs McCullogh and others will resume efforts with renewed vigor, hoping for success.
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McCullogh
Fine New Catholic Church Begun In Indianapolis
A new Catholic church, named the Church of the Ely Angels, is planned for Northweastern Avenue and Twenty-eighths in Indianapolis. Rev. James J. Carries will oversee operations as a mission attached to St Fridget's. cornerstone set for April with dedication likely August. The frame building measures about 75 by 50 feet, seats around 300, features a rear meeting hall, a dome tower about 40 feet high, and a tiled style of architecture combining Romanesque and Italianate elements.
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Indianapolis
Church of the Ely Angels
Northweaternave
Washington-st
James J. Carries
St. Fridget’s Church
St. Fridget's
Tiger Ag & Meeting
Xneleties
Mroniteénire
Pomanosote
Zuchio
Indianapolis Parks to Get Extensive Summer Improvements
The Indianmova traction and terminal company plans large property improvements to serve park visitors this summer. While exact plans are undecided, thousands of dollars will be spent to enhance attractions and service at Fairview Park and other popular spots. President Nagh McGowan said cast improvements will be made, with decisions forthcoming in days and work to begin as soon as possible.
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Indianmvolla Traction and Terminal Company
Indianapolia
Fairview” Park
Extra Session Hint From Roosevelt on Cuban Pact
Washington officials say President Roosevelt promised Cuba’s leaders he would call Congress into an extra session before the regular meeting if the Cuban congress ratifies the reciprocity treaty without amendment. Strong foreign influence is suspected in Havana against ratification. a ratification could trigger a special November session.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Throweh
State Department
Cuba
United States Congress
Three Wealthy Men Die in Texas Train Collision
In San Antonio a Sunset Limited train crashed into the Eagle Pass express near La Coste early Friday, killing three wealthy Mexicans Guadalupe Cantee Monsterez Ariade and Manuel Trevina Santo and injuring eight others. The private car burned after the impact.
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San Antonio
Tex
la Costes
Eagle Pass
Guadalupe Cantee
Monsteres
Antoni Ariade
Where Is Mike Jefferson In Igwashin Assessor Office
Citizens and clerks wonder about the absence of Michael Jefferson who completed the spring deputy assessor list but has not returned to his office since Tuesday. Rumors say he is resting from duties or avoiding public inquiries as a new slate of assessors may be appointed, shifting power in the graft field.
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Mike Jefferson
Yast
Mike
STOPPED DOG FIGHT VINCENNES INJURES DIVER
Stoppped dog fight incident in Vincennes Indiana leaves Porter Johnson of Decker dying from hydrophobia after being bitten while trying to stop a dog fight last fall. Also mentions Jeannette Cummins suing County Clerk Davis over 535, claim that money was withheld and disputed legal points. Other items note a suffocation by gas in Boston and a new postmaster appointment in Indiana.
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Vincennes
Ind
Porter Johnson
Decker
Jeannette Cummins
William E. Davis
W. P. Cummins
Cummins
Davis
Priday
Niginatura
N K Fairbank Dead in Chicago Thirty Years Total Career
N K Fairbank wealthy Chicago packer and soap maker died at his residence after more than a year of illness. He was about 82, survived by seven children, and had lived in Chicago for nearly 50 years. He rose to fame in 1872 with a famous wheat corner that shook markets and railroads. The text notes his association with John B. Lyon and others, and mentions a dramatic shift in wheat prices and market convulsions. Also in the clipping a separate incident describes Mrs. J B Scott run over by a Swift Packing wagon, with minor injuries.
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Chicago
Fairbank
N. 1
Fairbank Company
John B. Lyon
Hutchinson
Old Hutch
Asa Dow
SLA
West
Northwest
Lesses
J. B. Scott
W. Merrill-st
Swift Packing Company
Pennerlvania and Obloeus
John M.cline
Marsland St
Boott
Massichosetteave
Prominent Noblesville Lawyer Arrested Sparks County Split
Noblesville Indiana March 27 Hamilton county races erupt over the sensational arrest of Richard P. Neal. Indicted by the Hamilton county grand jury on charges connected to a lodge initiation fee scheme linked to the Cicero Masonic lodge. Neal in sheriff custody awaiting $300 bond. Brother of Judge J F Neal of the Hamilton county circuit court. Lodge officials offer little comment while records show no lodge official post in Cicero.
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Noblesville
Ind
Hamilton County
Richard P. Neal
Hamhitston County
Ernil Boutlett
Arcadia
Boutlett
Neal
Cicero
J. F. Neal
Hamilton County Cimult Court
Masonic Lodge
Order
Calvin Prather
Indianapolia
Cicero Lodge
Petition Signatures to Be Presented to the Mayor Saturday
A chaotic draft reports petition signings aimed at Mayor Hookwalter with promoters claiming broad support and a desire to keep the effort quiet. The text notes opposition by Rovlewitherman and mentions Rank Walter as a rival candidate, with plans for a public presentation Sunday and appeals to Chairman Logsdon in Telefene.
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Katic Petiting
Mayer
Asi
Idren
Eappert
Gil Topakbean
Hookwalter
Rovlewitherman
Wien
Memaser
Ms Own Priice
Logsdon
Tefefeneste
Conivétition
Mae
Peition
Rank
Walter
Nuiiqge
Peer Weaen Pehele
Delegates instructed on slate for city convention
Prospective delegates were told to vote for a set slate including Mayor Charles Bookwalter, City Clerk Charles Elliott, and Police Judge Thomas Whallam. Meetings between precinct committeemen and the executive committee shaped delegate selection and voting instructions with emphasis on loyalty.
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Tnt
Reputch Neaselty
Charles A. Bookwalter
Ity
Charles N. Elliott
Polce Jutge
Thomas Whallam
Insurgents push for showing at Saturday convention
Insurgents entered the primaries Friday afternoon determined to win. They boasted in many precincts especially on the Northside. Edward Semain's office in the When building saw the greatest activity with James Munro and Sam Bhank coordinating slates. Bookwaiter men remained confident, and the organization was described as well grouped.
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Edward Semain
When
James Munro
Sam Bhank
Roosevelt and Cleveland To Stay In Same House At Exposition
S71 Missouri March 27 President Roosevelt and ex President Cleveland will dine and bunk in the same house here for the exposition. D R Francis of the world's fair arranged events at his home. Cabinet members will be entertained at the homes of William H Thompson and ex Gov E O Stanford. Senator Depew will stay with Corwin Spencer vice president of the exposition.
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Louis
Corwin H. Spencer
National Council of Women Elects Officers in New Orleans
The National Council of Women elected officers for the ensuing term in New Orleans and announced plans to hold the next executive board meeting in Indianapolis, home of international president Mrs May Wright Walls.
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New Orleans
National Council of Women
Indianapolis
Mre
May Wright Bewall
Arrests of Marshal and Constable in Noblesville
Mars hal Mitchell and Constable Mark Har ditt of Atlanta were arrested on a complaint by farmer Frank Fox. Fox alleges they intoxicated him in town and extorted $11 for a supposed arrest and a drug. He claims one officer hid the fix and pretended to hunt for it overnight before reporting success.
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Noblesville
Ind
Marshal Mitchell
Mark Harditt
Atlanta
Frank Fox
Ltfe
Fox
Mitchell
Harhitt
Ami
Fox Edis
Sim
Story of Amos Studebaker Threat to Self and Wife
In Kokomo Indiana a farmer Amos Studebaker entered his home with a razor and told his wife he would die if she did not live alone. He urged her to cut her throat while threatening to take his own life. The incident led to him being restrained and placed in custody after neighbors intervened.
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Kokomo
Ind
Amos Studebaker
Weather forecast for Indianapolis and nearby areas
Forecast covers Indianapolis and Glebe with rain likely Friday night and Saturday morning. Highs reach 87, low around 44 at 7 am. Winds shift from easterly to adjacent states, with a chance of rain extending into the weekend.
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Indianapane
Glebe
Hedra
al Diene
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