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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1904
Page
1
Reports from Tokio and St. Petersburg detail the Yalu river clash with Russian losses over 500 and Japanese losses around 700. Gen. Kuroki led Japanese forces crossing the Yalu on pontoon bridges, driving the Russian left flank and capturing guns and officers.
Robert Rosenclaus a 6 year old stock breeder was kicked in the back of the head by a mule early Monday and instantly killed as he left a stall. He resided near Hope and leaves a family.
Marion county firm bids $5.57 per sq yd and $4.00 per cu yd for binder, Barber Asphalt $5.96 and $8.39, Western Construction 16.8 and $9 per binder. Bids set for N Pennsylvania street paving at 25th street North to 277 feet north with Barber $5.02 and Western 26.11. Bids referred to city engineer for action.
ST. PETERSBURG May 2 The Russian plan of mobilization appears to be altered as ships are said sold through a Warsaw official treasurer. New schemes have been prepared and an agent has been sent to Germany Italy and France to contact all vessels.
Clement Smith aged four days is the youngest defendant in a Marion county suit to quiet title in superior court room 2. Abi Gail Smith sues Elva Emaline Smith. during trial a baby was born making the infant a party by law service of summons to a minor read at the Smith home by a deputy sheriff.
Journeymen plumbers did not report to work Monday to press for a 50 cent daily wage increase and control over apprentice numbers. No strike has been declared yet as their working agreement expired and Master Plumbers Association refused the demands after a Monday meeting to decide on accepting the old scale or proceeding with a strike.
Indianapolis crowds filled downtown as Ringling Bros parade claimed the best yet two miles long with flags of nations. a Washington street scene featured a balloon escape and a city ordinance kept car traffic clear. Governor and judges watched, while a small man named Neighbours accused Patrolmen Scribner and Anders of beating him and breaking his nose, a claim refuted by the officers.
Mayme Phillips told The Sun she fears her husband will追follow her if she is located, while serving a 30 day sentence for shoplifting in county jail. A Bristol lawyer reported her arrest in the Cincinnati Post, alleging she once used the name Mamale Grubb and was wanted in Bristol, and said the husband aims to retrieve her.
A street car collision near Minnesota and Maryland streets led Clara Partlow to seek 10000 pounds for injuries. Charles Fearnaught and family pursue 75000 dollars in suits from the same incident. Debacle follows as a Illinois streetcar tied to a survey caused injuries. In Chicago the Harrison Hearst Hawkins contest for Democratic delegates opens with rivals united against Mayor Harrison and factions backing Hearst for state and local posts.
The U S Supreme Court affirmed a decision by Commissioner Moores and Judge Anderson, ruling that Thomas Walsh or James Lynchehaun could not be extradited without proper Indiana examination. Lynchehaun, jailed in Ireland for assault, escaped, was captured in Indianapolis, and discharged correctly.
Attorney Ferdinand Winter of Indianapolis, who argued the Lyneheham case before the United States Supreme Court, was elated to learn the high court affirmed the lower court's decision. Charles Fox of New York represented the appeal. Winter called it a great victory for the Indianapolis bar.
Mrs James Lynchehaun, found in her humble home, drops to her knees to thank God for her husband's freedom. A THE SUN reporter informs her of the higher court's decision. She expresses gratitude, praises the Blessed Visi, and declines to reveal where her husband is.
The Sun reports efforts to locate James Lynchelaus after his disappearance two weeks before a high court decision. Bech and supporters say they do not know his location as authorities and friends await his return. The case follows a Supreme Court affirmation of a lower court ruling and his presumed freedom.
Harriet Westphall sues Joseph A Wait and others. Special Judge Berryhill directs jury to find for defendants after two prior trials. Case previously reversed on appeal. Court hints possible supreme court appeal. Also petition for release from executor filed with Probatee commissioner Walker.
Indiana politics swirl over the unit rule as Parker and Hearst factions may clash at the state convention. Ties to Hearst in district 12 prompt expected splits, with Taggart undecided and Henderson unavailable for comment as delegates face possible statewide voting dictates.
Negley sought resignation as executor in a drawn out probate dispute. The probate commissioner urged him to stay until the court rules on the Instruct for the defendant motion, delaying the case further.
Plumbers of Indianapolis did not report for work on Monday and, in a secret Union hall meeting, it seemed certain a strike would be declared. About 300 journeymen plumbers demanded a 50 cent daily wage increase and a limit of one apprentice per shop. Masters refused. few conferences held. No arbitration proposed yet.
Partly cloudy with no material temperature change. 7 am 52, noon 66, 2 pm 69. Northwest winds across Indiana and nearby states. Misc items mention meals and cough remedies without clear relevance.
The trial of James Gillespie on the charge of assassinating his sister Misa Elisabeth Gillespie was postponed from Monday to May 9 by Judge Downey. The defense requested the continuance, crowding the courtroom with residents from Ohio County including Myron Barbour and Mrs Barbour, and James Gillespie appeared pale and thin in jail custody alongside Sheriff Rums.
Ben E Reagan, representing minority stockholders, filed suit in superior court seeking a receiver for the Midland Portland Cement Co of Indianapolis. He alleges directors conspired to gain control of 3160,000 in common stock. The firm, a major local industry, has just completed its Bemrd plant and draws interest from many Indianapolis residents.
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