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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1905

Page

1

Cable News Snapshot From The Latest Telegraph

In brief dispatches from multiple cities the drift covers naval movements near Petersburg and Togo, a Chicago man John Mitterman near death by apparent suicide amid strikers, Croker family barring attendance at a funeral, Albany reporting a new auto driver regulation against accepting rafts, strike optimism in Chicago, a St. Louis Supreme Court reversal on two bandling cases, and New York theater manager Kirk Lashie’s death from diabetes after six months illness, with Atlanta noting U M Parry addressing manufacturers in Minneapolis.

Chicago John Mitterman New York Croker Miss [Lorton Herbert Croker

Suitcase theft on Vandalia train near Houston

Southward, a cotton grower from Houston, reports a theft aboard a westbound Vandalia train. His suitcase with money and clothing valued at 22,000 dollars disappeared after being placed beside his gear and left briefly asleep. An elderly woman seating nearby alerted that a man grabbed the case and left. Police were notified and searched for the suspect described as stylishly dressed, seen crossing from the other train cars.

Southward Houston Tex Mir Jim Teo St Louis

Hypnotist Acquitted In Theft Case

Frenk J. Davis known as hypnotist and inventor faced a criminal court trial after June Elliott Wesby accused him of casting a spell to influence her to steal. The jury found him not guilty of stealing Miss Wesby’s goods. Davis admitted using hypnosis on Miss Wesby and claimed she was under his control during demonstrations.

Frenk J. Davis June Elliott Wesby Miss Wesley Davis Miss Westy Netase

Man Seeks Divorce Claim Over Unruly Wife and Affairs

John Sinker accuses his wife of laziness and staying in bed when not needed. He says she performed little housework and fell in love with neighbor Charles Rush, with both men involved at the same time. He pursues a divorce on these grounds.

John Th Sinker Souhla Charles Rush Theas Mapas Nisbet Wiewe Hallester Haar Skiima Perry Wieser Bn Bkm Lewis Skollinan Wisdateneil

Seates Seeks Divorce Over Constant Scolding

Harry J Seates petitions for divorce from Anna Ites on grounds of continual scolding and an attempt to strike him with a poksp. The text references distractions and stray phrases about beverages and reserved seat cigars, with unclear local context.

Harry J. Seates Anna Ites

CHASE BIG NAVAL BATTLE EXPECTED IN FAR EAST WATERS

A Moscow dispatch reports that Russian forces in Manchuria may clash with Japanese fleets soon near the Far East canal. Correspondents and military attaches have departed to secure news as tensions rise between Khvjestvensky and Togo. The two Russian fleets reportedly unite under Narishkin influence, signaling a major naval engagement potential.

Far East Suripps-M'Rae Press Association V. Petersburg Tlarbin Manchuria Margiin Samural Rorosivensky Nebopatott Officare Khjestvensky Shatla

Indictments Declared Insufficient in Federal Case

The indictments charging fraud and conspiracy to defraud Burns of Indianapolis Philips of Chicago Krewell of Cleveland and Barry of Evanville were ruled insufficient by Judge Anderson in federal court on Monday. The men were bound over to the next grand jury with a $6,000 bond. A demurrer by their lawyers prompted the judge to find the charges untenable. Burns Philips Kirhbill and Early ran an employment agency scheme and a bank concern with a Cleveland branch.

Birns Indlanapio Philips Chicago Peter Krewell Cleveland Barry Evanaville Anderson Durns Phillipe Kirhbill Early

Wife seeks divorce citing husband lured by other women

Mrs Mary Wallerman, wife of Wallerman, petitions AE Judge Altes for a divorce alleging her husband loved other women and deserted her, claiming he threatened to murder her. The case centers on marital breakdown and alleged threats.

Mary ‘Wallerman Altes Circuit Court Wallerman

Warning to Girls by Nan Patterson

Nan Patterson writes a penitential statement from prison describing a year long confinement and the emotional toll. She asserts no other statements are authorized and reflects on public scrutiny, fear, and her resolve as trial coverage continues in The Newpaper.

Nan Patterson Nan BR. Patterson

Drag River for Buck Boy Ends in Fearful Search

Clifford Buck, one year old son of Cassius Hick, vanished after his father’s disappearance in Indianapolis. Neighbors report the child was last seen near a river path with authorities and family actively searching day and night. The family appeals for information as the search extends beyond the neighborhood. Continued on Page 3, Column 6.

Clifford Buck Cassius Hick Prantment Cilder Indianapolis Heey Rome

Spying Scheme Unfolds in Skillman Divorce Case

Revelations in the Skillman divorce show Edith Skillman and her alleged lover were tailed by Ed W. Little Brazenly testifies that he suggested spying on the wife and her claimed lover at the gate Authority suggests husband’s plan to obtain evidence The case continued before Special Judge Keown as witness details night shadowings and sightings near the Skillman residence and theater venues

ED W. Little Lewis Bee

Switchmen Union Meeting Details and Hazards Shared

Frank Hawley declares switchmen unite for mutual protection and aid, while stressing the job is highly dangerous. Attendees include Attorney General Mitte and Mayor Hattaman, with reports on convention plans, women's auxiliary formation, and a rescue account from the Great Wreck.

Frank T. Hawley Switchmen’s Union Tomlinson Hall Chango Hawley Addreen Mitte J. W. Hattaman Z. Vv. Po Avely Washington Indianapolis Tunsday Switchmens Union of North America

Indianapolis Pacers Land Key Match Ups In Stolen Goods Case

Evansville police report tied to a federal case mentions Indiana Pacers personnel and a suspect in a stolen goods investigation. Authorities describe a transfer of items potentially linked to a broader conspiracy involving local sports figures and a federal inquiry.

Fragmented legal dispute over Will and defense claims

The document details a contested will case involving Meainey Paris Waris and Shaliiman with mentions of Beonght ane OY rai and Mee Skillman Sta. It references a defense argument about prior agreements and the conduct of Shorensa, with allegations of money and property transfers as part of the dispute.

Shaliiman Barar Lees Lewis Mhilimar Skillman Shorensa

Indicted Girl Pleads Guilty in Fire Related Case

A girl identified by authorities appeared Monday on a charge connected to incene photogland thromibema. She pleaded guilty and received a sentence. Officials noted she was a minor and that the court considered her age and behavior in determining the punishment. Police and marshals investigated to determine if others were involved.

Anne Willam Anerson Ania

Train Kills Two in Tragic Morning Collision

Special report from The Sun notes two deaths after a daytime train collision near Kekeme. Victims were found in a rural area and transported to the city. The coroner has opened an investigation into the incident.

Rao Cividas Verassieania Tenkesnin

Weather and ads blend in vintage city listing

A fragmented page mixes a weather forecast with shop ads. It mentions heating notes, gas ranges, and lighting, plus diamond rings priced from 1091 to BA. Names include Harmon Hall and J B Mullally, diamond importer, with address clues at 24 N Meridian and Washington Street.

Harmon & Hall Washington Et Fark Theater J. B. Mullally jJewslen Monument-plach

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