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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1905
Page
8
Firebugs strike Colfax Indiana with arson and vandalism. Sawmill burned, a house or barn set aflame, a mare shot dead. Officials suspect same group behind attacks on residents John Lani J W Abner and Sarah Hutchinson's property. No injuries reported.
An exposition company reviews a broad ammunitions subscription amid a stark shortfall. Nearly 19 officials pledge funds to cover about 10000 and other sums range from five to six dollars, reflecting efforts to stabilize the venture’s finances.
A clerical error at the state department blocks General Grosvenor and allied marines from planned summer junkets. Funds believed available for seaboard trips were redirected to the Isthmian Cavalry Commission, leaving investigations unfunded and now controlled by the secretary of war for overseas supply needs.
A group of musicians and supporters protest the idea that Paderewski should undergo psychiatric exams. They cite strong public support for his sanity and question doctors who would deem him insane for lacking musical capacity.
The American Missionary Union elected officers including President William A. Munroe of Massachusetts and Vice Presidents W. W. Keene of Pennsylvania and Francis W. Parkes of Milacle. Rev. Henry G. Burrage was named recording secretary.
A canvas tank burst causing water to flood Second Street and nearby stores in Michigan City. Fire crews and bystanders aided victims as a crowd gathered. Prof. Gregory sustained injuries while attempting to assist.
May 6 The coroner released details on the death of Deland resident in a hotel here. The man identified as Moe Deng Miller was last seen alive in the room and was found unresponsive. Local authorities ruled the death as a self inflicted act.
Ambiguous fragment reports a person named Morman J Smun convicted at the Veterans Court of Passings and Vomit and sentenced to two years at Leavenworth. Names and actions are unclear due to OCR errors. core fact indicates a jail term at Leavenworth related to a court case.
Crowds gathering at Riverside Park Sunday raise fears of accidents and traffic for a new bridge. Officials debate who should pay for a needed replacement as park use and county plans collide. The piece notes residents' unease over a possible bridge collapse and calls for timely action to prevent tragedy.
The Scripps-McRae Press Association reports plans for a mausoleum at Mount Carmel where Chicago archbishops will be interred. Archbishop Quigley will oversee the project, with costs estimated between 2000 and 3000 dollars.
An old advertisement describes dangerous heart strain and lists Dr Miles Heart Cure as the remedy to invigorate nerves and muscles, relieve pain, and restore heart action. A testimonial from Charles Goodrich of Canthersville claims he found relief after trying the product. The ad notes a money back guarantee and mentions Miles Medical Co. in Elkhart Indiana.
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