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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1906

Page

3

Man Trapped at Ghinney Top Rescued in Camden

John Burnett a steeple jack from New York was trapped on the 150 foot chimney at the American Nickel company in Camden New Jersey. A scaffold collapsed as demolition began and Burnett clung to the rim while rescuers worked. He was brought down alive after a tense ascent amid falling timbers.

Camden N. J Ameresean Nickel Company Werth Ehwets John Burnett Kelinge & Co New York Burnett Barrett Todlork Corbett Smith Corbett

Rescuers Free Burnett From Crumbling Chimney Collapse

Amphiger rushed to the crash site as rescuers faced a collapsing scaffold and burning debris. Corbett and Steaple Jack Jos Corbett devised routes to reach Burnett, who clung to the chimney. After hours of peril, Corbett hauled Burnett to safety with a rope, drawing cheers from onlookers.

Burnett Steaple Jack Jos Corbett

Scheme for Autos Seeks to Undo Churchill

London reports a heated clash between Winston Churchill and Joseph Chamberlain over automotive ideas. Frederick Hatton of Columbia University proposes a pneumatic cushion between axle and frame, drawing support from industry representatives but facing concerns over mechanical strain. The debate frames Churchill as a rising Liberal figure and Chamberlain as a hard-edged political force.

Winston Churchill London Jos. Chamberlain Natal Frederick T. Hattton Columbia University American Society of Mechanical Hutton Ps Nolless

Hermann and Attell Set for M Round Title Bout

Rich Hermann and Abe Attell prepare for a key M round fight tonight at Favith Athletic Club in Los Angeles. Both fighters claim peak condition and expect a tough match as betting odds swing in Hermann's favor at ten to eight.

Herman and Attell Scripps-McHarreas Apsociation Las Angeles Cal Rich Hermann Abe Attell Favith Athletic Club Hermann Farn

How to Clean Silver for Bright, Lasting Shine

Instructions outline weekly care using hot suds with ammonia, canton flannel rubbing, and paraffin wrapping. It also covers stain removal with whiting and ammonia paste, alcohol cleaning for vegetable stains, and oxalic acid treatment followed by wax and whiting polishing.

Frisco money promises vaudeville at Avondale Heights

A promising program at Avondale Heights features Sterling brothers singing and dancing on mediana Miss Eva Tompson as an imitator Cecil Manning soprano Ruth Truett a singing comedienne and Shaffer the trick tumbler Friday the event offers a small admission with all proceeds to the San Francisco relief fund.

Nes Searon Avondale Heights Sterling Brothers Eva Tompson Cecil Manning Ruth Truett Comedienne Shaffer San Francisco Relief Fund

Financial resources cited by Indianapolis banks and trusts

A fragmented clipping notes financial resources totaling about 2 370 000 in Indianapolis banking and trust firms. The item highlights resource aggregation among local institutions, with emphasis on monetary totals and institutional roles.

Ia-Dianapolis

Land Openings Near Guthrie Spark Settler Interest

In Guthrie Oklahoma Territory May 11 the Kiowa and Comanche pasture and a 25 000 acre wood reserve are eyed for settlement within four months. The Stephens bill now includes allotment for Indian babies born since June 1900. Lottery methods replaced prior contests. a quarter section lands will be offered with one fifth down and four installments. Allottees may take years before selling.

Guthrie C. T Klahoma Stephens House Senate HEC Sooners Oklahoma United States Congress Roosevelt

Gray Lady Wins Blond and Brunette Hair Contest

The New York event for the American Lady Hair Dressers Association drew 8 competitors at Murray Hill's Lrceum. Silver Ward won the top prize amid rivalries between blondes and brunettes as judges, reporters, and spectators watched a theatrical display of coiffures and controversy over the judging.

New York Marcel Fne Parlova Ascquis Ferre Giovanni Francois American Lady ‘Hair-Dressers’ Association Murray TH

An Exception in Press Coverage of Europe Preparation

A recent publication titled How in Prepare for Europe omits any reference to the insurance business. The work appears focused on preparation strategies and broader geopolitical themes without sector-specific discussions.

Europe Busines

Prize of honor marks platform winner in black velvet

The ceremony misreads a pageant as spectators gasp at Mies Considine named winner wearing striking black velvet and a V shaped decollete. The scene highlights the era's fashion details, with red hair styled by Doubert and a white sigertte accessory.

Mies Considine Doubert Mary McSering Peter Magdalen Mario Meyers Atis Marin Fuseie Zie Hee Sea Battiestar Bing

Wealthy man commits suicide near Stamford sanitarium

The body of DaWitt Burr, a Pawling, New York benefactor, was found hanging from a sapling near Stamford Hall sanitarium where he had been treated for neurosis. Burr disappeared after being granted permission to roam grounds with an attendant absent. He left notes stating his status as a patient and home address. He leaves a widow and one child in Pawling.

Chamberlain Carser Ieader Stamford Cana DaWitt Burr Pawling N.Y A. J. Given Stamford Hall Haman Tha Anitarium Panting Dolan Fairfield County George W. Dearing

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