Life's Sweetheart's Locket Ends Man's Escape Bid
Louis P. Schaffner, 48, an Indianapolis machinist, was found dead beneath a Benson Works window after attempting to burglarize a store. Pocket items including jewelry, tools, and his wife's picture in a locket were recovered. Wife Anna Schaffner recalled a troubled separation over their sons. police suspect a medical stroke or shock from a failed burglary led to his death while his body lay hidden for hours. Autopsy scheduled to confirm cause.
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Sweeteheart
Jimmy
Louis P. Schaffner
Kapningter
Benson Works
Broyd-eve
Louis P. Scinnfijer
Anna C. Schaffner
Louis
Jacob Schaffner
SVN
Indianapolis
Schaffner
Rom Petein
Schustner
Windom
Kenningtan St
Dunlavy
Louie Schnftret
Helnrichy
Schaffer
Brnnon Work
Neat Week Marks End of Gillespie Murder Trial
The upcoming week will bring a verdict in the Gillespie murder case as prosecutors and defense present closing arguments. Key witnesses have testified, with jurors expected to retire for deliberations after final statements from counsel.
No Surprises by Defense in Gillespie Murder Trial
Rising Bun, Ind., May 21. Defendants near end of trial expected to testify next week. James Gillespie weak from heart attack, while jury to decide guilt and penalties. Annie Detmer testified hearing shot and Barbour opening front door. defense seeks extra time to prepare as jurors may attend church on Sunday.
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Ernie Seward
Mrrom Barbour
James Gillespie
William Gillespie
Harry McMullin
Aoke
Boyan
Dudaw Downey
Sidlen Ayres
Indiana
Belle Seward
Judar Downey Statkil
Annie Detmer
Ahgxbach Villeapie
Mes. Arbour
Myron Barbour
Barbour
Orer
Junge Downer
Women Escape Down Fire Escape At Propylæum Crowd Delays
A crowd of thousands awaited Prince Pa Lun at the Propylæum causing a jammed front entrance. After a long delay the prince appeared tired and rested, then descended a narrow fire escape to greet women who lined up to kiss his feet. Diplomas were later awarded at the Propylaeum and a concert attended.
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Indianapolis
Propylasum
May Wright Sewall
Propylaeum
Wong
Sewell
Nother
Glane
May Kee
Thenahe
P. m
Police investigate Burk shooting again amid muddled theory
Indianapolis police reopen inquiry into a Burk shooting with conflicting leads. The man labeled War Tats P. Schaffier reportedly fired from beneath a window at Works Xte ers, while a second man allegedly involved remains unclear as detectives pursue a possible domestic tie.
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P. Schaffier
Works
Allegee Opium Den Keepers Ordered From City
Police Judge Whatson ruled A M Price and wife of Cithea must leave after being arrested at 35 W Mary Yondat for attempting to start an opium den. Two pipes and opium were found. the judge ordered their exclusion from the city with no groceries sold.
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A.M. Price
Citheai
Phat
Mr. Price
Mary Yondat
Conflicting Tales Told By McDonald, Detective Says
A detailed report notes that statements given by McDonald to the detective conflict with each other. Investigators pursue consistency as they examine timeline discrepancies and corroborate evidence from witnesses and records. Official sources urge careful verification before drawing conclusions.
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M'Donald
Bedford murder trial summary centers on defendant McDonald
Detective Reed testified McDonald declared he wanted no attorneys and had placed himself in the hands of God. Reed quoted McDonald’s religious fervor in jail and his claimed motive related to biblical instruction. The witness outlined conflicting alibi stories McDonald offered about the murder night, including remarks from Bloomfield.
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Reed
Sarah Seater
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Russian Cruiser Bogatyr Destroyed at Port Arthur
Reports from St James Gazette and Tokyo indicate the Russian cruiser Bogatyr grounded near Port Arthur and was blown up to prevent capture. Japanese forces near Mukden and at Kai Chow reported, with ongoing activity at Visaiadovoston and Ling Yang reinforcing Kuropatkin.
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Port Arthur
London
St. James
Kuropatkin
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Chicago Professors Debate Boy Fight At Playmates Moral Debate
Chicago professors study fighting tendencies in boys and split on how to handle battles among youths. Some favor leniency for petty quarrels but condemn cruelty to animals and girls. The examined boy must decide if he is right, and a future cowardice risk is noted. others urge restraint and healthier workouts.
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Taos
Battle near Port Arthur claims Russian sortie repulsed Japanese
St Reversburg dispatch to Le Temps cites Gen Sioersel reporting a Russian sortie from Port Arthur that forced a Japanese withdrawal. Cited Japanese casualties are 1, and Russian losses 189, with the tally described as uncertain and likely inflated by war reporting.
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le Temps
St. Reversburg
Sioersel
Port Artht
Wife Seeks Divorce Amid Furniture Claim At Trial
In Lauder during a divorce trial, the wife’s request and a set of furniture purchases surface as central issues. The postmaster testifies about living with his parents at Wet Newton and the wife’s plans to bring home items as conditions for reconciliation, while the husband notes limited contact since leaving. The proceedings involve Linton A. Alt Newton and other local witnesses.
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Postmarer
Ws 1
Superiae Court
Lauder
Hig Aut
Northa
VL Allen
Wet Xewton
Hee
Elty
Mra
Renuma
Linton
Alt Newton
Girl Falls From Open Car Window on Train Incident
Bertha Garstwiler sues Pullman Company for $15,000 in damages after a window in a sleeping car was left open and a young girl fell through while traveling from Fernand to Chicago. The child suffered permanent injuries, with parents and next friend George Garshwiler pursuing the case. Train halted for search was refused to return.
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Bertha Garstwiler
Pullman Company
George Garshwiler
Fernand, Ore
Chicago
Noreteen
Epholetic
Ihey
Compromise in Morss Life Insurance Claims
Aquilin Jones administrator of the estate of Ramuel E B Moree has authority from the probate court to compromise for seven thousand dollars a claim against the Hartford Life Insurance Company for fifteen thousand on two policies. One policy was for one thousand dollars the other for five hundred ninety nine dollars.
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Aquilin, Jones
Ramuel EB. Moree
Hartford Life Insurance Company
Weather forecast for Indiana and nearby states
Fair conditions with increasing cloudiness Saturday night. Sunday brings moderate temperatures with 7 am 56, noon 76, and 2 pm 30. Southerly winds expected across Indiana and adjacent states.
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Indiana
Pinched automobile to haul Pringe Sun
A car was stolen with the intent to transport Pringe Sun. Local police are investigating the incident and seeking witnesses or surveillance footage to identify the suspects and recover the vehicle. The report notes the vehicle was a midship gray sedan with a partial license plate.
Fortune bond after initial car used for prince tour
The Woodruff Place resident William Fortune faced bond after his automobile carried Pringe Pri don on a city tour and was seized by police for failing to display his initials as required by law. The vehicle had ferried the prince on Thursday and again on Saturday. Stobart Hassinp was also arrested on an alleged water ordinance violation.
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Pringe Pridon
Stobart Hassinp
Coroner Probes Killing of Seibert in Window Assault
The coroner investigates the Seibert death, detailing testimony about a fight at Tidnots and Waging tower. Witnesses describe Walter Hale striking Seibert and the defense by others, with statements alleging threats and a possible dismissal of responsibility.
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Walter Hale
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Charles Seibert
Thomas Sabert
Arius
Seibertt
Bryant
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Fethert
Hale
War on big hats arouses Evanston church crowd
May 2 Evanston reports Rev. F. S. Rockwell of Emmanuel Methodist launches a drive against women wearing hats and plumes in church. He decries feathered headwear as distracting and urges congregants to trim or remove hats and ostrich plumes for summer services.
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FS Rockwell
Emmanuel
Methouist Church
Anney
Poe Altigether
Hurled street car from track and demolished t
A street car was hurled from its track and demolished a nearby structure in an incident reported by local authorities. No injuries were detailed, but responders secured the area and began assessing damage and cause.
Three Die in Suburban Train Collision Crash
Three men were killed and seven others seriously injured when a trolley car on the Chicago Central suburban line collided with an express from South Chicago near Seventy third street and Railroad avenue. Most victims were workers heading to their day shift. the dead were Williams J. Becker, Charles Rhyd, and Frank Poadne.
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Faiasy Turk
Uylunet
Byal Minos Central
Orgin
Chicago
Une City
Willams J. Becker
Charles Rhyd
Frank Poadne
Blood stained letter opened in court tells of a boy's plea
An aged letter opened in court reveals a boy pleading for his father’s clothes after a fatal incident near a crossing. John W. Keating named US Administrator of Philip Phils estate. The case involves a Big Four conductor and a death following a signaling dispute, with references to a boy named Neely and his mother.
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Holmemare
B & EL
John W. Keating
George F. Phitls
Big Four
Philly Suet
Bus Owtain
Kiting
Peoria
Walt
Phyilis
Neely
Helm
Rush 10 Controller for Auto Licenses
In response to driving agitation, the mobile license department held a Saturday license issuance. Names and addresses include Carrie Smith 451 Court 1, Beveridge Il N. Pennsylvania St, Wilston Fortune 151 Weadnift Place, Carrie A. Gates Wien. Meridtien-st, Dale Win A. Foor Imperial Hotel, Mrs Nicholson Holloway Men, A C Bynett MHS, Mindest, Aon Eb Murphy 437 N. Pennsylvania-nt, Hy A. Rlenardson 102 N. Meridtan-at.
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Vd. Beveridge
N. Pennsylvaniast
Wilston Fortune
Weadnift Place
Carrie A. Gates
Wien
Meridtien
A.C. Bynett
MHS. Mindest
Aon
EB. Murphy
Pennsylvania-nt
Hy A. Rlenardson
N. Meridtan-at
Former Indianapolis Man Has Splendid New Rome
Former Indianapolis passenger agent F Daly of To Ko Wy in Indianapolis has been named assistant general passenger agent of the Lake Shore. He and his wife plan to reside in a magnificent new home at 3 Grand Byrneweed, Chicago, as he retires to spend life with family.
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To Ko & Wy
Indianapolis
Lake Shore
Haasaat
Grand Bynleweed
Chicago
Neuahter
Wis Hite
Pally
Powers Seeks Legal Aid for Gov Goebel Appeal
From his Louisville prison cell Caleb Powers convicted of floating Gov Goebel seeks funds to hire counsel canvassers to raise money. One agent, J W Moore, operates in Illinois with detailed instructions and aims to avoid newspapers senators and national committees. Powers notes Indiana friends of Gov Taylor may help, liberal aides seen as favorable.
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Caleb Powers
Goebel
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Thes
J W. Moore
Linnois
Moore
Callig Manly
Nablical
Sprimefield
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