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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1905
Page
6
Titomir Russia reports another outbreak against Jews on Friday. One official and 40 citizens are killed. The governor warns troops will fire if disorders recur, raising the prospect of further bloodshed amid tense conditions.
Berlin May 12 The publication of Emperor William s remarks to officers after the Strasburg review sparks controversy. He blamed Russia s downfall in Manchuria on army disorganization and warned of a possible German response to the yellow peril. The Morgen Post called the speech indiscreet for public release, raising diplomatic tensions. Russia may demand an official explanation from Chancellor von Buelow over alleged references.
The Grand Trunk Western Railway answers Benjamin J Wallace of Peru denying damages for a Derand Michigan wreck. It claims the train was operated by Wallace’s nominal crew under contract with him and that the railway furnished only the engines.
In Casper Wye May 12 Ralph Smith accused of forgery resists arrest at a deepeshearing camp and wounds four deputy sheriffs with his aerondamo. Ora Glore, a teamster, living at Ms Qates Was arrested Friday morning by Patrolman Kenner Larsh for violating the cigarette law.
Samuel Shubert, manager of the Princess Lyric and Casino theatres in New York, died of burns from Thursday wreck in Pennsylvania. Death brings the dead to six with six bodies unidentified. Identified were Bissseqtre Robinson of Cleveland, Charles Yriserii of New York, and Thomas Lewis, a car conductor. Samuel and his brother Joe built a theater empire starting as newsboys in Syracuse and rose to co owners and lessees of several theaters.
In New Orleans on May 12 members of the Louisiana Daughters of the Confederacy nearly fought at a Metans election convention. A joker sent a plainly wrapped package with a note showing respect for the order. Opened, it contained two battered boxing gloves. Officers delayed installation to denounce the outrageous trick.
Benjamin Miller of 228 Arsenal avenue turned himself in to police Friday morning after procuring a gun and pursuing Charles Whales, a city officer man, following his sister Helen Miller's death by suicide. Arrest credited to Officers Askins, Duncan and Alberts. motive suggested that Helen loved Whaley and he was blamed for her death.
A garbled notice states that William R Stendelt faced a hoax after a freight incident. The text claims Mendel denies the accusations as errors and notes embarrassment to him and a young woman involved, but the fragmentary copy obscures facts and names.
The notice reports a fire event at 1006 E Pratt street affecting a frame dwelling owned by Walter Wheeler and a frame barber shop operated by John Graham near 21 B New York. Henry Caburn Canse Lona is listed with a flue and lightning as possible cause.
Attorney FE W Little objected to the trial setup for Mike Ju tana charged with burglary. Judge Alford appointed special judge Withorn Wilson over Little objections. Ju tana, wife Juliana, and Wilson testified, with allegations that Ju tana helped rob houses tied to Harry Perk.
County commissioners and the City Board of Health met to plan care for curable and incurable consumptives. Dr E C Reyer urged a county hospital for incurables, while officials debated state versus city responsibility and the need for new facilities. Mayor Hitzman favored a state institution over a city hospital.
Caltech Mine Workers President John 5 Mitchell led a Friday conference with Illinois field representatives to discuss consolidating locals in Winchester and the mine safety bill now with Governor Deneen. Herman Justi, a noted opponent, attended the deliberations.
Clara Le Hewes sues Indianapulig Tract inteay Ferminal company for 180 dollars alleging injury from a car that started suddenly. Thomas Hole cited to appear before Jorge Carter for alleged failure to pay alimony to his divorced wife Clara for 324 months in a separate matter.
Arthur Di Monninger a Mas Honnied druggist is declared bankrupt Friday morning with no assets after filing a petition. Official notice lists liquidation details and creditor impact.
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President Roosevelts western and southwestern journey closed in Washington at midnight. The tour covered 4,007 miles across 1 state and three territories, with the president stating that he left Washington middling road American and returns far better. Democrats in Texas Colorado and Chicago voiced support, while some urged renomination in 1908 despite his stated opposition.
The cabinet gathers at the White House on Friday morning with all members present. President enters with advisers after receiving congratulations on the success of the trial and begins discussion of public business accumulated during his absence.
Washington, May 13 Harrisburg horror prompts likely new safeguards on transporting high explosives. A 1914 bill by Senator Ello ws sought to place shipment oversight under Interstate Commerce, with strong opposition over Army Navy ammunition movement. Debate suggests next year revisions may curb explosive laden cars from entering large towns.
The army transport Buford ran ashore while entering the harbor at Mal dhame Mindanao island on May 1. Troops aboard were landed and the vessel can probably be saved without damage.
Veedersburg will gain the Montezuma News plant as Mecca Award Banes converts the operation to establish the Journal in town. The changes come amid a consolidation of the Montezuma News and the Record under the Record name, with local details scattered across several towns. Noah Hite secured a divorce from his wife amid allegations she talked in her sleep of other men and threatened to run off with a businessman. Rich details indicate ongoing local shifts in media and public life across Indiana communities.
Torn fragments show Chicago wheat prices closing higher for May and July contracts while corn and fats trade mixed. Provisions strengthened with July pork and lard futures noted.
The Board of Works signed resolutions for track elevation along Hig Four and adjacent streets from Mississippi Street to the west River line, incorporating Gearsiast and Kentucky Avenues. Hearings on remonstrances from property owners will be held in May at Capitol Avenue intersections, outlining improvements and deadlines.
The American Fraternal Life Insurance Association wins incorporation after state secretary approval and auditor consent. Headquarters set for Indianapolis with national officers including Wreaidnt John Kernberg and Joan Mitchell from United Mine Workers. Other officers listed: RAL Brayn clerk, Charles A. Nockwalter treasurer, Winfeld Miller medical examiner, Huge Buehler general manager, P. M. Dunn attorney general, Charles Fo Remy former supreme court reporter, with incorporators Samuel Stoddard Theodore FP Davis and Michael A. Ryan of Indianapolis.
Eight people died and many were injured in a gas explosion at the Mount Heeese Gas Works in Philadelphia on Friday morning. A fire broke out after the blast and responders battled flames as the injured faced a grave outlook.
Beech er, a Mishawaka resident, was held by Deputy U S Marshal Rankin on a charge of violating pantaloons laws. An alleged federal indictment claims he ran a fraudulent operation, showing photos of goods that were not delivered, claiming high expenses made it unprofitable.
ACRIPPS M RAE PRESS ASSOCIATION reports May 12 with seven deaths so far. Employers praise a safety show by the president and continue hood delivery by women drivers. Charis Johnson, a teamster, was beaten by a crowd at Twenty fourth and Wentworth after midnight strike tension. John Bernard, another union worker, was shot in the hand and thigh Thursday night by a Black assailant.
Mrs. P. Gray, an elderly resident of Gray-at, was found on the sidewalk near 89 Kew Street on Friday morning with a broken Nip and possible serious injury. She was carried home by the City Lissendary ambulance under the care of Lp. Bugle.
The account states no riot was seen during the three day stay in Chicago. Turley reports the strike unlikely to spread, but Teamsters will press the fight on the lines begun. Turley says he did not witness a single riot.
A majority of stocks opened higher in New York on May 12 with gains across major issues. Northern Pacific and Amalgamated Copper rose while Southern Pacific and Consolidated Gas weakened on large scale selling. Government bonds remained unchanged as arbitrage brokers bought about 74 00 shares.
Friday market notes small price declines for new potatoes and green beans while turnips radishes and alfalfa show marginal drops. Egg butter and fruit markets hold steady with minor shifts expected next week. Strawberries arrive by the car load with Kentucky Kerry superior to Tennessee varieties.
Indiana Governor Frank Hanly issues a Memorial Day proclamation urging a solemn observance on May 3. He calls on residents to honor American soldiers past and present, urging restraint from frivolous activities and to reflect on duty, gratitude, and patriotism in remembrance of both Union and Confederate soldiers as Americans.
London May 12 Hang Eung the Corean charge d affaires at the Corean legation Friday morning, no cause assigned for his act. The brief note records a self inflicted death by the official, with no stated motive.
At Indianapolis prices fluctuated with hogs irregular and mixed grades. Light weight hogs rose about five cents, heavy hogs steady, sheep market quiet, cattle mixed with steers hard to sell and butcher stock strong in outlets. Regional reports from Chicago and Cincinnati show hogs strong, cattle steady to firm, and sheep steady as buyers eyed Saturday totals.
New York May 12 The Consolidated Gas company directors declared a 2 percent dividend payable June 5. The move surprised financial circles as the last dividend was 2.5 percent in March and the rate had stood at 2 percent with rare exceptions since 18. The article notes prior adjustments and the long-standing 2 percent baseline.
Classified notice seeks teamsters for transport and lodging duties to drive horses. Applicants must be available immediately and state life insurance or related details. Quick action requested due to urgent need.
A fragmented 19th century style notice offers quick money loans with promises of secrecy and low rates. It claims no advance charges or compound interest, mentions extended repayment during hardship, and hints at a special rebate for early payment, signed by E Marketet Mortsure.
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