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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1904
Page
3
A dated testimonial from Bertha M Rush of Pittsburg credits Peruna with curing systemic catarrh and severe nerves. She describes extreme weakness, loss of appetite, and fear, noting that after taking the tonic she gained weight and regained appetite. The letter thanks the product's producers for relief.
The ad claims low mood and tiredness from warm weather are cured by Peruna. It cites testimonials from women in Des Moines, San Antonio, and elsewhere praising improved strength, sleep, appetite, and return to work after using Peruna. It promotes Peruna as a universal nerve and health booster with broad endorsements.
Mixed dispatches report Japanese forces sighted ten miles north of Kai Chow with rail lines damaged and trains seized. Other cables claim ships suffered mines during bombardments near Port Arthur, including the battleship Kishima and cruiser Asama sinking, with survivors saved from the Asama. Imperial birthday celebrations in St Petersburg marked by ceremonies and gun salutes.
An advertisement urges readers to use Perune for digestion and appetite, claiming swift, satisfying results. It directs sufferers to write to Dr. Hartman, president of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus Ohio, for a free statement of case and guidance.
Democratic hopeful Woessner, a longtime Board of Public Works member, considers running for sheriff following a Republican convention. He has not yet decided, saying the decision will come with time while local Democrats weigh chances against Republican nominee Sourbler.
Republican county convention adjourned at 3 home Wednesday after nominating George We Stubbs for Juvenile judge. The session followed a protest vote and completed the forecasted nominations per The Sun.
A telegraph report describes a Dallas catcher purchased to join the Indianapolis team and introduces confusion over names and affiliations amid a report of a French steamer collision near Falmouth. The incident includes the Restay crew losses and water main repairs in Indianapolis.
Frederick Kividte, a resident of Manapelis News, was seriously injured by an automobile at Delaware and Washington streets. The driver, Thneoday Morales, could not control the car, striking him and causing a deep head wound and other injuries. He was taken home after medical attention.
Unclear text describes Josmin and 278 mail clerks on a Pennsylvania liner between Pittsburgh and St. Leuta under Chief Clerk A J Ball. Clerks from Casey arrive in city, gather at Sherman hall for a reunion, with surprise attendance and planned gathering at a local bar.
The North German Lloyd steamer Grosser Kurturat chartered to transport Christian Endeavor delegates to a national Sunday school convention returned to New York on Thursday from the Mediterranean voyage. It carried out 33 members and brought back 633. The remaining 200 delegates remained in Europe for further travel plans.
Report from Springfield details a chaotic convention where nominees and ballots are repeatedly cited. Yates Deneen Wh Leder Hamlin Warner Sherman Plerey Tener and others appear in fragmented lines as the session unfolds with a dozen names and multiple rounds of voting.
David Taser of Chicago, described as a racing man, was brought before Magistrate Breen at the Tombs on a warrant from Indiana alleging he defrauded a woman hotel-keeper in Indiana Harbor. The case claims he induced signed blank checks to misuse for 30 percent.
A disjointed clipping from Aldisrson Indiana May 12 reports a person fearing discovery of a sought man. The fragment mentions a psychiatric hospital and a presumed commitment, with unclear names and dates. The readable details suggest a medical or legal outcome tied to a search.
The article notes new men added to the formal section of the Eadhinapola unit’s guard. It reports sudden death by apoplexy of Brarkey, a wealthy firm owner, on a Wednesday night, referencing ELWoOM Inc and the May 1 date.
A disjointed OCR page outlines various minor court cases, petty incidents, and odd personal anecdotes. Names such as William Weasp, John Metiregar, and Charles Rudivel appear alongside remarks about hats, stools, and a whale restaurant. Several fines are listed for Wednesday through Thursday in a local police court context.
Blythe notes the first eighteen days averaged 48 degrees, four below 1906, predicting the remaining days may yield one of the coldest Mays on record. He cites a maximum of 78 degrees on the seventh and a minimum of 39 on the thirteenth, with lingering chill dominating the month.
In a Petrolume court session the United States argued a Michigan district attorney case about a farmer named Tremble alleged to have fled to Canada to avoid debts by using a labor line. The judge ruled the farmer a legitimate hired worker, upholding the alien labor prohibition in some aspects while a white laborer status affected others. Parliament members and officials argued about labor law enforcement and penalties.
An explosion at the Petrifaly company frame factory at 202-230 Thomaaat街 destroyed the building and shattered windows for miles. A color man named George inside the building is missing. A witness says the blast was felt citywide and several bystanders suffered injuries.
Disjointed Elwood notices report youths burning and breaking property in vacant homes since the disturbance began, with a local family and six houses cited as affected. Also noted are cremation preparations in Indianapolis and a New York restoration effort by a revolutionary society linked to George Washington’s farewell visit.
Historic testimonial promotes Doan's Kidney Pills by Josiah Dean from 9 Drownare claiming relief from back pain fatigue and irregular nervous symptoms after using the pills for several days Sold for 50 cents by dealers and Poster Milburn Co Buffalo as United States agents Remember the name Doan's and take no other
A May day twister in Richmond Virginia wrecks homes and streets. One man, Thomas McCracken, is injured while sheltering behind a fence as residents flee to safer houses. The cyclone tears roofs from buildings and carries debris across the area, with only minor injuries reported beyond McCracken.
In Chicago on May 8 two youths, Healemin Zarek, 19, and Thomas Wencick, were arrested at a pawnshop while attempting to rob a sale of revolvers and money. Police pursued after a gunfire incident during the break in.
Report from Mercero Mash News describes the kidnapping of two affluent Americans near Tangier by pirate forces. Details mention a regional authority and public health concerns as authorities pursue the abductors.
Mary Gingrich, daughter of a wealthy farmer near Lever Michigan, killed her rejected suitor Claude Van Alatyne after he slept near her window. Authorities found his body beneath a tree, a fatal outcome linked to a dispute over church membership at the Arial church.
Charlen B. Thomson, an Englishman, was arrested in New York City on a fugitive warrant. Police say he committed a series of deceptive acts across multiple states, allegedly swindling about $60.00 in various ploys. He faces charges connected to the alleged offenses.
At Wabash Indiana on May 19 Mrs Idm Frans sues to recover ten thousand dollars claiming her husband left her after ten years of marriage and moved back with his parents. The case has drawn wide county interest with ninety seven witnesses summoned.
Cattle receipts and shipments drive a active market with tepid performance in common cattle. Prime, heavy and feeder classes show varied demand while calves edge down. hogs and sheep provide mixed quotes amid overall steady to strong regional activity.
A fragmented market snapshot shows Pittsburg Livestock including prime cattle and mixed stock with price notes for various classes. New York produce and stocks trade notes describe uneven activity while Chicago butter cheese and eggs report mixed prices and supplies.
Notice by William C Bryan as commissioner under Marion County Circuit Court order No 10 in the suit Gum v Quan et al to sell Lot 17 in Square Meek 3 Hubbard Martindale McCarty South + North half of Lot 24 Block 2 Hubbard Martindale South Bart Addition Indianapolis Indiana at private sale cash or one and two year payments secured by mortgage on the real estate. Sale date May 6 1934 at 11 pm at the Willian C Bryan Building.
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