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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1905
Page
6
A satirical, period voice bemoans rising laundry costs for shirt waists and white shirts. It notes planned increases from 1 cent to 15 cents for colored waists and 3 to 9 cents for white ones, with hints of wage changes for laundry workers and controversial anti-Chinese rhetoric embedded in the critique.
In a circuit court suit the brothers Ferdinand Joseph Albert and William Kurz claim the late Mary Engelke left money and real estate to them. They allege Ferdinand and Joseph are dead and dispute recognition of heirs named in the will. William Kurz lives at 24 Liberty Street Cleveland and Albert Kurz at the Brewers' Home San Francisco.
Christian H. Horstman, 58, was struck on the head by a falling oil barrel while delivering near the Century building. He resisted ambulance transport and continued driving his horse toward Fountain Square, with bystanders assisting him home to 153 Wardlow? Avenue. Several young men tried to accompany him before he rode off.
Friends of William Nickerson urge his entry for the Republican police judge nomination. Nickerson says he is considering the race but notes it would require time and money, while praising former judge Whallon as a strong nominee. Also reported, sorrow at 4 Sprina Street as the Frinsons mourn their two year old daughter who died suddenly from hemorrhage of the mouth, with the family described as deaf mutes having lost four children previously to similar causes.
In Somerville New Jersey on May 18 Prosecutor Rogers announced that one of the three supposed influences cited by George JH Wood in the killing of grocer Williams of Plainfield is a real person who may testify in rebuttal. The man is civil engineer Frank D Mack who met Wood in Long Branch while he built a house. Mack was located days after Wood's arrest. Rogers said the tale is credible and contradicts Wood's story. Mrs Wood testified the Mack named is not Franklin Mack. Williams's widow listened as experts testified Wood was insane and medical men followed the case as Wood described driving Williams to a New Jersey town months ago, a detail tied to the fatal ending.
Thousands line the streets for the parade as the Gentry Brothers Show continues at Sixteenth Street and Capitol Avenue. Children enjoy the ponies while other animals entertain spectators despite bad weather.
The body of Hiram Cronk the last survivor of the War of 1812 was laid to rest Thursday at Cypress Kiltemery Victory Hall beside his comrades. Cronk died at age 96.
The SA class of Benjamin Hartion xehonl Walnut and Delaware streets present an entertainment program Friday evening. The show features magic recitations and a drill as main attractions.
Births list numerous couples and locations across Indiana and nearby states with names such as Charles A fastin Grace Pfastin Mollie McCormack Henry Joiner Walter Taylor John C Schilling and Mary Minges. Deaths include Charles Fremont Deltech 57 Harry Murphy 73 and Laura Ellen Bawards 14 among many others with causes like phthisis nephritis and tuberculoisis. Building permits and hospital notations appear for homes in Indianapolis Fort Wayne and surrounding areas.
President Roosevelt backs a Taft Panama canal commission move to buy ships and supplies in the world market, despite Republican and Democratic criticism. Taft argues the policy lowers tariffs, avoids discrimination against American manufacturers, and will be tested by Congress in October. The flare of debate reflects broader free trade vs protection tensions shaping the upcoming elections.
Mrs Laven Cross sues James F Kenoyer for damages after alleging her husband Mule Cross was drugged in a saloon on January 15 and robbed by thieves hidden there. Cross claims he was jailed after a fight with the attackers and incurred costs to secure release while Mrs Cross depended on neighbors for support.
The 26th delegates to the Switchmen's convention gathered at the Claypool hotel for a group photo and reports. Grand Master Hawley and others led sessions on constitution and discipline as delegates discussed duties, safety, and upcoming votes amid evening social events and reminiscing dances.
On Democratic ground Bryan praises President Roosevelt for promising strong action to regulate trusts and railroads. The report notes Bevan Thoreday and ministers present as part of the scene, emphasizing relief over anticipated reforms.
Opening prices in the market were uneven with steel shares and hogs slipping while bonds held steady. Traders reacted to Panama policy hints and tariff expectations as several active operators noted cautious buying amid broad unease in London and New York.
An entry from Indianapolis dated May 16 lists various meat products and prices. Items include sugar cured hams English cured hams boiled hams and larded hams, bacon Reliable breakfast, sugar cured Indiana products, dried beef hams, pickled pork and sides, ham shanks and tongues, sausage fresh pork Shamrock smoked, and fresh pork terms with per barrel pricing and weights.
May 16 report from Indianapolis notes a active wagon market with prices steady to strong. Tops around 40 and most business at 40 and higher while heavy steer cattle weak and hard to sell. Sheep market unchanged amid overall dull trend for lighter cattle and mixed hay feed inputs.
A report on switchmen handling passenger cars and freight in yard moves. It describes separating trains, assembling crews, distributing air brakes, and the dangers of larger trains. It notes the need for careful car placement and brake control to ensure safety, with workers risking unseen costs and public safety.
The city market notes feed shortages and rising demand for exes butter and eggs. Rain and muddy roads slow shipments from Indiana, lowering quality and prices while farmers expect continued scarcity and fruit markets anticipate price changes. Local dealers report modest movement in potatoes and cabbage as crops face weather-related damage and anxious buyers seek steady supply from southern farms.
The report lists livestock prices with steady demand for hogs and sheep. Prime lambs range around 7.00 to 11.00, with mixed fate animals at 44.00 to 70. Cattle and pigs show varied quotes, including culls, common stock, and feeder offerings.
Cattle receipts 11,000 with Friday estimate of 3,008 steady. Prime beef figures around 90 with poor to medium quality at 2008.35 for minglers and feeders. Cows and heifers 8.25.05, canners at 150. Texans 20,000 estimated for Friday. Light demand seen in the gray market.
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