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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1904
Page
2
A young woman carrying a four year old child leaped from the Rich Street bridge into the Scioto river in Columbus on Tuesday morning. Both bodies were recovered.
Special correspondent describes the Great Wall of China as a thousand years old emblem of frontier defense. He notes the wall divided by a rail line near Manchuria, with towers and earth faced in stone and brick. The piece portrays Manchuria as a fertile, contested border region under imperial sway and mentions multinational garrisons along the railway.
A man explains coffee caused headaches nervousness and disturbed sleep and credits stopping coffee and using Postum Co with restoring health and clearer sleep. He mentions indigestion heartburn and palpitations and praises a trial of Postum as a remedy. He cites a promotional book and a fair exhibit space for the company.
A report describes a death scene where a loud injury is absent, a broken window marks the location, and blood presence suggests foul play. Police investigate the disturbance while neighbors report arguing prior to the incident.
Hale, engaged to Grace Hamilton of Middletown Ohio, shot Belbert Seibert after an argument outside a Washington and Illinois street location. He surrendered to police, awaiting trial in city jail. Witness Charles Seibert, brother of the slain man, was held for intoxication. The killing occurred near a plate glass window shattered by the force, with bloodstains observed on the pavement at daybreak.
Mayor Holgan proposed a 2000 dollar ordinance for city hospital improvements and the measure was sent to the finance committee. A 2000 dollar ordinance from Controller Dunn for fire escapes was tabled. Councilman Fishback introduced a railroad committee referable ordinance to elevate tracks at Tenth Street and Massachusetts Avenue.
Atlantic City May 1 A bonfire of about 100 square pianos once prized by wealthy families is likely to feature at the National association of piano dealers and piano manufacturers convention next week. Some Philadelphia firms proposed the act as a lesson to buyers and a humorous way to rid the market of remaining square pianos. A Philadelphia dealer said square pianos were abandoned 30 years ago and current models differ in design and purpose.
Rising Sun Indiana May 17 A Gil lespie murder trial witness James Cor Son county auditor and Styron Barbour say Earl Seward should not have shot for the sake of an old grandmother. The defense challenges key testimony as the state seeks to prove Jim Gillespie brutal to Lizzie. The gun used was introduced despite doubts. Witness Mary Hewitt described Lizzie’s fall and injuries. The trial also reveals tensions among Gillespie family members and local clergy.
An advertisement touts Duffy’s Pure Malt Whiskey as a pure health tonic that strengthens every organ and fights disease. It claims the product has been prescribed by thousands of doctors and used in hospitals for malaria, typhoid, nervousness, indigestion, bronchitis, and wasting conditions, and it asserts government recognition as a medicine.
Public notice urges buyers to ensure genuine Duffys Pure Malt Whiskey, sold only in sealed bottles with the Old Chemist trademark. Consumers are advised to verify the cork seal and obtain the medical booklet from Nutty Malt Whiskey Company of Rochester New York.
Empire theater remodeling may be considered this summer Treasurer Sam Davis says decision after June 1. The season wraps up this week after a very successful run featuring The Money Saver Indiana society belles ner gowns and Pittsburg mother baking bread. Also notes a Denver Republic reference and a jailer escape episode.
The Atlas presents color maps showing Russia and Japan relative military and naval strength and finances. Issued by The Chicago and North Western Ty. Bound in convenient form for reference. Includes detailed Eastern Hon mapping. Address N M Breese 435 Vine St Cincinnati.
Pennsylvania Lines announces a general change in passenger train schedules effective Sunday May 15. For detailed information consult the agency or address W. W. Richardson Assistant G. 1 A.
Daily through coach from Indianapolis departs at 4 45 p m and arrives West Baden at 2 25 p m French Lick at 9 00 p m Returning departs French Lick at 5 45 p m arrives Indianapolis at 8 45 a m Excursion tickets offered through agents or address Assistant G P AL & CINCH captions provide travel details and promotional line for THE BUN Mnera promoting the service
A fever outbreak strikes a family, causing severe illness and widespread grief. Neighbors report swift onset, with doctors rushing to the home as relatives rally for support and healing. Local officials urge calm and adherence to health guidance.
Mrs Angie Satterfeld of Alabama faces tragedy as typhoid fever claims four children and a boarder in Birmingham. Eugenie 18, Floyd, Roy, and Arthur Lat tchfield, Virgil Batterfield, and others are hospitalized. The devoted mother continues caring, despite strain and illness, as the family battles the epidemic.
Lynn A. Morrison true manager of the Tidiannpolis brewing company sues Minnie T. Morrison for divorce alleging cruel treatment. He seeks custody of their two children.
Elkhart Indiana May reports Seth Jones husband of a club woman and church worker became the first person arrested for violating a new anti spitting ordinance passed after a heated campaign by his wife. The ordinance took effect that Monday.
No Tintler students were suspended after the chapel incident involving a cow joke and smeared dormitory fluids. Faculty investigation was described as cautious and not vigorously pursued while outcomes remain unclear. Communion of church business featured an address by David McConaughy of New York at the First Presbyterian Church Monday night.
A private telegram from Puerto de Santa Maria reports Admiral Cervera, formerly in command of the Spanish Squadron sunk at Santiago, ill with a serious internal condition. Trustees of a Baptist university plan meetings to raise funds. the school has 46 students. Adacript club met to discuss truth in writing.
In Chicago on May 17 a fanatic rushed toward Gov. Durbin of Indiana during a Durbin address at Quinn chapel. He shouted threats against the governor and Father Abraham as bishops and ministers halted his advance. Security settled the scene and the man, believed insane, was removed. crowd of 1,800 calmed after order was restored.
The funeral of Sir Henry M. Stanley was held at Westminster Abbey on Tuesday. Notables attended including representations from King Edward and King Leopold of Belgium, with Ambassador Choate and H. Clay Evans, the United States consul general at London, among those present.
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