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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 29, 1904

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Russia Prepares For Great Land Battle Near Ping-Yang

St Petersburg reports war office predicts Kuropatkin will strike Japanese forces in northern Korea soon after arrival. A major battle near Ping-Yang anticipated next week amid large armies on the Yalu. Reports also note reform of Russian uniforms and ships heading to the Far East, with mixed casualty rumors and Moscow price and bank stress updates.

ST. Petersburg War Office Kuropatkin Korea Ping-Yang Kuroki Yalu Daily Mail Iester Ben Russia Vladivostok

Water pressure adequate for ordinary use in city mains

Water in all mains Tuesday morning for practical needs though the pumping station did not operate at full force. Officials say there is enough water for all uses unless a large fire breaks out, with pressure at 19 pounds and expected to reach 40 pounds by evening.

Gianapolis

State reports show 2246 licenses issued to teachers

Superintendent Cotton issued 2266 licenses for Indiana teachers in the year ending March 3. The report notes 42 percent examined manuscripts, 209 percent licenses, with most one year or longer terms. State exam profits were minimal and few teachers opt for state licensing. Brown trial opens in federal court over Elkhart National Bank fraud charges with Justus L. Brodrick, W. J. Collins also implicated.

Indiana Sulity

River levels fall after last week's heavy rains

The White River continued to drop Tuesday morning reaching 6 feet above low water mark at 1 p.m. This marks an eight foot fall in two hours and with continued decline, danger has subsided.

White River

Will leaves property to Hollingsworth conditionally

The will of Magdalena Faber left her property to Silaer Hollingsworth with a clause voiding the bequest if he did not marry her within sixty days. Hollingsworth renounced his claim, admitting no interest in the estate as he reported a troubled marriage. Also appears notices for jewelry pricing at Mullally and a cough remedy ad at Wilson’s Drug Store.

Magdalena Faber Silaer Hollingsworth Mol Tugaworth Hollingsworth Kent Hollingsworth

State House Elevator Drama Sparks Electric Debate

Mutters in the Indiana state house over a failing water powered elevator provoke calls for a self powered electric plant. Deputy secretary Dick Burrell and officials from geology, factory inspection, labor, and the supreme court vent frustration and propose alternatives.

State House Indianapolis Water Company Indiana Dick Burrell Burren Hintchley McAbre McCormack Steporter-ette Supreme-Court Remy Monument

Asphalt Paving Contract Won for Broadway Project

ASPHALT ON BROADWAY from Marlow county construction company awarded for paving Broadway from Twenty-First Street to Sutherland Avenue. Alcatraz Cal asphalt to be used. First pavement of its kind in this city. May Be Murder frames city news as coroner Tutewiler cites W C death at City hospital from skull fracture. Dr. Deatavey notes injury may suggest foul play rather than accidental fall. Warrants for city firemen pay ready Wednesday. Wisconain lumber and coal firm listed with capital, plus multiple local business ads and promotions.

Marlow County Construction Company Broadway Twenty- First-st Sutherland-ave. Alcatraz W. C Tutewiler Deatavey

Big fish caught on dry land by farmer on river bottoms

Frank Shover, a farmer two miles below the city, hauled a 45 pound Mississippi catfish from a farm ditch near the river bank. The monster fish, about three feet six inches long and fourteen inches across the gills, fought with poles and forks before being landed.

Frank Shover Fim Bevn

Topsy the Comical Thief Stirring Local Gossip

A colorful report centers on Nellie Hartes, a local figure nicknamed Topsy, noted for humorous demeanor yet linked to thefts from an employer. Police describe ongoing investigations and warrants for assault linked to past incidents, with officers recalling a notable episode years ago.

Jane M. W. Courtest Matie Barnifulker Inaham

Buckskin Landis Pera Nomination Rally Report

An excerpt reports a district Republican gathering held in the morning to nominate candidates including Landis and May and Steetag. Attendees discussed administration figures and districts 12 nominees, with Warren Save noted among supporters and Walter Wall of Mi involved in proposing names.

Pera Eressman Merning Laniis May Steetag Phan Warren Amd Inelid Adhanseration Walter Wall Hentesint Roverier Newton Wo Ghbert

Chicago suicide reported for Charles Meeler incident

A Chicago telegram details the suicide of Charles Meeler, brother of Mrs. Irda Williams, with report stating he hanged himself at his home. A death notice notes the event occurred Friday night and the body was found after acquaintances observed no signs of life. Further telegrams confirm the suicide of Bertha Millen's brother in a separate city, suggesting a presumed connection.

Chicago Charles Meeller Irda Williams Comelluret Indianapolis Ures Prilay Wight Kruger Bertha Millen

Henderson Urges Hearst Nomination for President

J Oscar Henderson in charge of Vue Hearst presidential bureau in Indiana polis waives his reasons. He states Hearst should be Democratic nominee, praising him as an intelligent leader and key asset to the party. Henderson cites Hearst’s record and aims to unite the metropolitan press behind the bid.

J. Oscar Henderson Vue Hearst Indianapolis SEN Democrats Ing Cal Henderson Piteliogenes Et Mageess Hendyes Heart Congress York

Police Break Up Bad Gang Of Indianapolis Boy Burglars

Police report arresting several youths including John Keating and Elmer Hansen as detectives claim to have dismantled a daring gang in Indianapolis. Their alleged thefts totaled hundreds of dollars with store and home break ins across multiple streets. Detained youths faced grand jury or juvenile court actions. one case pending in juvenile court.

John Keating Elmer Hansen Jancaster Meumber Morris T Indianapolis Hansen Keating William Croaln Meyers High-st Withant Hl Harmon Claus Grand Jury Charles Moyers Juventia Henry

Street Contractors Liable For Flood Damages

Jeetty will insist on paving contractors preserving the city’s guarantees to repair flood damage on which the warranty has not expired. If funds suffice, repairs are made and the contractor bears the cost if contested. When funds are lacking, the city will repair and seek recovery from the contractor.

Jeetty

Marion Martin Arrested for Grafting Goods in Flood Aid

Marion Martin, a 30s wardman, was arrested Tuesday for grafting contraband goods during flood relief. Officers say he traveled by wagon offering old clothing and shelter items claimed to aid Salvation Army distributions. Martin admitted drinking and said he did not know what he was doing.

Marion Martin Salvation Army Martin

Weather Outlook for Indiana and Nearby States

Increasing cloudiness with possible showers Tuesday night and Wednesday. Showers likely with warmer temperatures in Indiana and adjacent states. Temperature 7 am 36, noon 51, southerly winds.

Indiana

Emperor Franz Josef washes feet of 12 beggars on Holy Thursday

Vienna reports the annual Maundy Thursday rite where Emperor Franz Josef kneels to wash the feet of twelve Vienna almshouse beggars. High officials and nobility attend in the palace, with silver belts awarded and the meal served by the emperor and archdukes. The ceremony mirrors past Habsburg practice and draws about a dozen spectators.

Emperor Franz Josef Vienna House of Hapsburg Eubnute Aloe Agus

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