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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1905

Page

2

Snyder cyclone toll rises with missing feared dead

A Snyder Oklahoma cyclone wreck leaves over a dozen dead or missing as rescues recover bodies. Twelve are missing and likely dead, with twenty injured. Widespread destruction across the town of 1000, many hotels damaged, and outages in communication as families fear for Indianapolis residents Bly Lowell and Lee Howell.

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Autoweat Reveals Cool Comfortable Styles

Autoweat showcases new lines that prioritize comfort and ease in everyday wear. The collection highlights breathable fabrics, relaxed fits, and practical styling options for year round use.

Hold Primary in Two Weeks in Indianapolis Campaign

Indianapolis Republicans set a May 3 primary with 8 am to 4 pm voting across 27 precincts and 1 ward. Edwin P. Gegedon, city chair, announced May 2 as the call date. the May 26 committee will decide if nominees are chosen by primary or convention, likely the former. Candidates include city chairman contenders Robert Metager and Robert Bryson, and secretary nominees Clyde F Miller and John A Craic.

Republicary Party Edwin P. Gegedon Vince Alvast Indianapolis Canalates Republic Os Backwatter Bruumaker Ulero Robert Metager Robert Bryson Clyde F Miller John A. Craic

Gentry Brow elephant band opens season with feats

Elephants form a six member band and perform sensational feats under the Gentry brothers banner. The troupe showcases Japanese jugglers and fire-walking acts, claiming best trained elephants in the country. A free public exhibition is set for Sunday afternoon, with a street pageant planned for Monday morning along Sixteenth Street and Capitol Avenue. The Layeurs Powerhouse company incorporation announced, with plans for a building on Canal and Fayerty streets.

C Plant Gentry Brothers Stroupe Citeus Sixteenth St Caple Tol Ave

Rail News From Brightwood and Pennsylvan ia Shops

Clerks and shopmen update after illness and travel as Pennsylvanian employees study exhibits in Washington. The Van Matin Beltroad interlocking crossing project aims to be the largest in Indiana. Wabash veteran dinner in St Louis May 2 honors Mr and Mrs Smith. Water supply investigation seeks to improve service for travelers and workers. Saturday half day shifts end. shops to open three hours four nights weekly. Vandalia bids for bridge 20 at Parry near the river crossing move forward.

St. Louis Mrv and Alts Ttice Smith Jackwonomie Pennsylvania

Storm Swept City Faces Flood Threat as Storm Subsides

A Thursday afternoon storm drenched the area causing White River and Fall Creek to surge. Torrential rain from 1 PM to 10 PM produced rising waters, with highest danger 4 to 10 PM. Lightning struck homes on North and West Walnut streets, glass shattered at Hors-termann’s greenhouse, and a bridge at Brookside Park washed away. By Friday morning sun returned and relief followed, though damage lingered from fallen shade trees and flooded tunnels. The barometer rose to the high 80s degrees before rainfall totaled 1.64 inches.

Fall Creek Pall Creek White River Iemun Hegan William Beauchamp Coburn W Taylor W. Walnurst Horstermann Pridge Brookside Park Illnois-st

Lightning Kills Farm Hand Near Nora During Storm

Ernest Johnson, a farm hand employed by W. Daweon near Nora, was struck dead by lightning Thursday afternoon as he sheltered in a field plow shed during a four storm period. He and companion Sherman Matlett fled to a barn when the bolt hit. The barn caught fire but was extinguished. Deputy Coroner Kennett of Broad Ripple investigated the incident.

Ernest Johnson W. Daweon Nora Johnson Bherman Matlett Vibey Jatmaon Dominon Core Oner Kennett Broad Ripple

Storm Sweeps Country Causes Widespread Damage

Special to the Star reports severe storms and heavy rains across Ohio Indiana Illinois Iowa Missouri and Texas. Injuries from lightning and electrocution occur in several towns including Center, Vandalia, Pima and Cincinnati. Widespread damage hits schools churches houses crops and trees with fatalities reported in multiple locations.

Assaults Two Women In Osceola Home Incident

A man named Nave Carrot is accused of assaulting Martha McCoy a widow and her daughter Gertrude at their Osceola home on Wednesday night. The mother is not expected to die and Carrot is jailed.

Aesaults Scripps-M'Rae Press Association Osceola Nave Carrot Martha ‘McCoy Gertrude Carenil

Williamson suspended in railway mail service case

William Williamson, a transfer clerk in the railway mail service, has been suspended by Chief Clerk Evann for allegedly using undignified language toward President Roosevelt. The action was logged in Memphis Tennessee on May 12.

Burippsathae Press Abbuicls Llin Memphis Tenn William Wiliamson Railsway Mail Service Evann Peeauee Roorrrelt

Doctor's Food for Family and Patients

A surgeon in Reedville Pennsylvania endorses Grape-Nuts as nourishing and supportive after operations and for convalescence. He recommends it to his family and patients for blood strengthening and digestive comfort, noting its digestibility and suitability for malnourished or rundown conditions. Postum Co. Ltd Battle Creek Michigan promotes the product.

Reedeville Han Nourle Fred Postum Co. Ltd Battle Creek Walkills Pasa Mana

Car Switching Most Perilous Of All Trades

An article reports on preparations for the Nation Convention of the Switchmen's Union of North America to be held in Indianapolis starting Monday. Grand Master Hawley stresses labor power, wage gains, and the dangers of switching cars. He notes attempts to improve safety through repairs, while recounting his career from Pittsburgh to Chicago and his apprenticeship under T. B. Powderly.

Switchmen's Union OF North America Anapolis Lt 18 HAY HV+ ER Grant Franke T Hawley Heen Generad Bwitehmens Union Tabor Tthin Chen Ftix Thin Donon Mandern Exneneca Pde Hawley America Hawley Hag Riten Pittsburg Chicago & Northwestern Chicago Antoniam T. B. Powderly American Federation of Labor

Baptist Church Seeks Clarification On Pastor Rumors

The Otmeere of the Sourist Baptist church faces a demand for explanation over claims that Pastor Rev. J. D. Hans engaged in a get-rich-quick scheme. Deacons seek details while officials urge caution. Rev. Ross named in requests for comment. W. J. Merrill, an officer of the church, said no action has been taken and declined to discuss further.

Sourist. Baptist Church J. D. Hans Washington United States Ross W. J. Merrill

Wife cleared in accidental poisoning case at St Louis

May 12 reports from St Louis say Joseph Menges was accidentally poisoned with a toxin given by his wife Mary. He died shortly after. The coroner’s inquest on Thursday found the wife blameless.

Piano Talk on Tone and Price Names in Pianos

A reader notes that piano quality hinges on touch and tone rather than cost. The Lagonda piano is praised for its general tone and responsive action, offered with a 7 1/3 octave range and mahogany veneer. It is fully warranted for six years, normally priced around $300, with no extra charge for the name.

Wrell-French

Crowned with Laurel at Schiller Celebration

The Schiller celebration concluded Thursday evening at the German house in Indianapolis. Miss Vor Hohenwau of St. Louis led the Stork company in Genevieve's tale of the Bell. A bust of Scherwan dism Mayrd and Miss Mayme Schulmeyer grew with Iuarc, while a vocal and instrumental chorus was rendered. Addresses were given by Prot, Rob xn and others.

Schiller Indianapolis Vor Hohenwau

Indianapolis Sixth Ward notice to sell intoxicants at 35 W Washington

T O Stout gives public notice to Center township Marion county Indiana residents that at the June term 1:68 he will apply the Board of County Commissioners for a license to sell spirituous vinous malt and other intoxicating liquors in quantities under five gallons with on premises consumption. The business location is first floor front room 15 by 16 feet with doors to stockroom and Mall way and other living rooms fronting south on Washington Street in a three story brick building near the west end of the square in Indianapolis ward 6.

Sixth Ward Center Township Marion County Indiana Board of County Commissioners Washington Street Lots & End Indianapolis Kytownne T. O. Stout Board of Commissioners State of Lincolnville East- FL Lincoln-lane Wooffs Jacob Megel Eleventh Air Ward Marton County Board of County Commissioners Delaware Duncan Michael Kennelly Center ’ Township Marian County State of Indiana In- Mana Avenue New York Etrest Indiananolia Center Townahin Indiana Avenue James M. Jones Lamve Toledo Chl Mich Sam Tot Detroit & Cat Ltd Mun Lafayette Merion County Washington-st Indianapache Iniamay W. Washington Simon

Notice of Liquor License Application in Indianapolis Ward

Jacob Megel applies to Marion County Board of Commissioners at the June term 185 for license to sell intoxicating liquor in small quantities at 16 East Street Indianapolis Center Township Marion County Indiana. Premises described as front room 31 by 83 feet with multiple doors and two story frame building in Woods subdivision lot 16. The sale would allow on premises consumption.

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