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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1903
Page
2
Chilean city of Valparaiso endures terror as labor strikes ignite street violence. Reports cite at least 20 dead or wounded, arson on ships and warehouses, police augmented by troops, and widespread disruption with markets and services strained.
Report from San Francisco notes the president’s transcontinental journey attracting gifts from many counties. The baggage car is loaded with antlers bow knives Navajo blankets moccasins baskets pottery wasp bread and a buckskin coat. Items from New Mexico Pueblo vendors include a Navajo blanket and a buckskin bag.
A New York woman credits Postum with curing a long standing running sore and anemia after giving up coffee. The ad claims coffee harms red blood cells and promotes healing after switching to Postum, asserting widespread benefit for health. The piece also mixes unrelated narrative about a train incident and presidential encounters.
Devery plans to run for mayor of Greater New York next November to defeat Tamany leaders who sidelined him. He doubts his election but hopes to undermine Charley Murphy ally George B. Michie ll and rally anti-Tamany factions.
At the annual Indian Episcopal church meeting in the afternoon session, Bishop Francis urged ministers not to wed runaway couples and to honor court decrees. He called runaway marriages a root cause of divorce, echoing his morning remarks.
Police announce arrest warrants for four men in the Lewis Yeage Wyn Suri killing. Suspects Logan Inals Wildrd Beds and others face charges as investigators pursue the crime scene in the Galette area and nearby counties.
The Feiten stock company stages a popular revival to entertain Park patrons. The production features orphans in its cast and centers on the theme of two orphans with a hopeful future.
Births list numerous names and addresses including Thomne and Flora Reeves and Elizabeth Bauger with numerous households. Deaths include Elizabeth Bauger Aaron Smalley Vina Martin Nicholas Rothenbuecher Mildred B Arlen and others with ages and causes listed. Marriages cite several couples and Building Permits detail multiple residents with properties and dollar amounts.
An early 20th century ad touts Mother Gray’s Buoet Powders and other tonics for children, claiming prevention of stomach trouble worms and related ailments, with promotional claims and mail order availability amid generic medical language.
Setymiah Evan age 63 dies at his home on Market Street after a long illness. Born in Cork County Ireland he came to this country with Allen Fletcher in the 1800s and supervised properties and grounds. He led work at Fletcher’s former summer home in Vermont and served twelve years as superintendent of Holly Crags cemetery. He is survived by a large family and the funeral is to be held at Holy Cross Church with details noted for the local communities.
George Keeble Jr blocks a car in Indiamyave to stop it after it runs over a man crossing the street. The victim, 61, is taken to hospital with head and wrist injuries. The driver claims the collision was accidental and says the victim was crossing unexpectedly.
A fragmented notice lists various rail fares and returns including Madison and Terre Haute routes with prices like 1.03 and 21.00, and Cincinnati round trips via different lines. Partial dates appear as Sunday May 17 with references to services and trains, but many words are garbled.
The notice states an applicant will seek a license to sell intoxicating liquors in Marion county at two locations. One is 501 W Washington Ave in Ward 1, a first-floor room in a two-story building, for on premises drinking. The other is 98 Pennsylvania St in Ward 3, a first-floor brick building, with intent to sell spirits in quantities under five gallons and allow drinking on site. Also mentions applying for gaming room privileges.
Peter Schwartz notifies the Third Ward Center Township Marion County Indiana of a sale premises at Twelfth Street and Big Four, a two story building in Smith & Yardes subdivision, ward No 3, with intent to apply for pool table privileges. He requests bids and offers with contact details provided.
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