Suit in Probate Court Over a Mysterious Debt
In probate court John Weaver sues the Fred Merz estate for a $300 note. The defense argues the note was given without consideration and that Oliver P. Ensley, then county treasurer, loaned money to Merz to obscure the loan. Antone Bayer and a Mr. Krause allegedly sought the loan, Bayer and Krause signed the note to Merz, who then transferred it to Ensley. Weaver now holds the paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Weaver
Fred Merz
Merz
Messrs. Bayer and
Krause
Mr. Ensley
County Council Modifies Budget for New Courts
Friday's county council action trims the proposed 43,954,586 budget for special expenses tied to new courts and other needs. The juvenile court request of 900 for stenography and room updates was denied, along with 500 for clerks supplies and 10,000 for a retaining wall. Enumeration funds of 4,850 were approved, jury funds cut to 500, and court miscellaneous expenses reduced to 300. The 10,000 for the Colored Orphans' home was carried over.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Washington St
White River
Colored Orphans’ Home
Cincinnati market cattle and sheep receipts report
Scripps-McRae Press Association reports Cincinnati cattle receipts at 957 head, 10 cents lower, with butcher steers bringing 5.50 to 5.55 and calves to 6.75. hog receipts 2,500, 10 cents lower, prices 6.40 to 6.35 for good to choice and mixed packers 6.20 to 6.35. sheep receipts 400 steady, lambs 7.25 to 7.60.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps-McRae Press Association
Cincinnati
Wall St Stocks Rise and Fall As Market Opens Weak
Wall Street openings showed broad weakness with declines of up to 1% across many first hour listings. Consolidated Gas led losses, down about 5 points on franchise validity fears, while Union Pacific showed pressure early before quiet buying lifted shares later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scrippe-McRae Press Association
New York
Consolidated Gag
Ust
Atchison and Northern Pacific
Union Pacific
Grain market prices and inspections summary
Wheat prices listed by class and grade with billing adjustments and through billing notes. Corn prices show white and mixed categories with similar billing terms, oats firm with multiple grades, and hay quiet with Timothy values. Inspections report car counts by grade for wheat, corn, and hay, including totals and rejected cars.
New York Market Quotes From May 2 1924 Report
New York market listings show pork products with Mess at 17.75 18.50 dollars per unit and lard at 9.10 4.15. Butter creamery extra 24 2414 cents, eggs fancy 19 cents and white western firsts 16 16 4 cents. Cheese new full cream 12 percent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scripps-McRae Press Association
New York
Pork—Mess
Western Steam
Doctors Elect Officers At Indiana Institute Meeting
The Indiana Institute of Homeopathy elected officers at the Grand hotel session. C B Harpole of Evansville was named president and W R Stewart of Indianapolis first vice president. D W Weaver of Greensburg became second vice president with Louis Runnels of Indianapolis as secretary and W E Franz of Berne as treasurer. The old Board of Censors was reappointed and W E George and Frank Stewart joined the arrangements committee. Stewart and Waters of Terre Haute were delegates to the American Institute of Jamestown. Martha E Keller addressed the gathering on temperance reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Institute of Homeopathy
Grand Hotel
C. B. Harpole
Evansville
W. R. Stewart
Indianapolis
D. W. Weaver
Greensburg
Louis Runnels
W. E. Franz
Berne
Old Board of Censors
J. A
Martha E. Keller
Medical Temperance Movement
Incorporations Filed For Electric and Ice and Caswell Runyan
The secretary of state records Friday filings for two corporations. The Electric and Ice company of Brookville with $75,000 capital lists directors Charles Andrews D J Hauss J D Hal J W Brockman and E H Cook. The Caswell Runyan company a Huntington wood work manufacturer with $75,000 capital lists directors D R Hemmick Winfred Runyan John W Caswell and John A Snyder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Electric and Ice Company
Brookville
Charles Andrews
D. J. Hauss
J. D. Hal
J. W. Brockman
E. H. Cook
Caswell-Runyan Company
Huntington
D. R. Hemmick
Winfred Runyan
John W. Caswell
John A. Snyder
Man on trial over stolen Lieber chickens worth 100
Albert Lieber and family claim a weekly 100 value in chickens. John Broadhag, bound over to the grand jury on charges of stealing six Lieber fowls found with Bert Rabe. Police Chief Metzger and Lieber testified, with Lieber employing a private detective to locate the birds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Broadhay
Lieber
Broadhag
Bert Rabe
Rabe
Robert Metzger
Mr. Lieber
Virginlaave
Metzger
Livestock Receipts In Indianapolis Market Report
Indianapolis livestock sales show hogs at steady prices with top around 52. The cattle sheep and lambs segment reports varied prices across weights and classes, with steers, cows, calves, and bulls listed in ranges. Buyers moved most bulk sales around midrange values amid mixed loads and lighter weights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Chicago Produce Prices Reported May 24
Chicago market update lists Butter Creamery extra at 3c, Eggs Extras 17c, Cheese Twins 14c, Poultry Turkeys 11c, chickens 12 1/2c, ducks 18c, geese 5.00 to 7.00 per dozen. Prices reflect May 24 trading in CHICAGO.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scrippe-McRae Press Association
Chicago
Chicago Live Stock Market Report May 24 Cattle Hogs Sheep
Chicago May 24 Cattle receipts 1500 steady prime beefs 5.50 6.50 poor to medium 4.35 5.40 stockers and feeders 2.85 5.15 cows and heifers 2.95 5.60 canners 1.80 2.85 Texans 4.10 4.80 Hogs receipts 27000 5 10c lower light 6.20 6.45 rough 5.90 6.10 mixed 6.15 6.45 heavy 6.15 6.24 pigs 5.80 6.40 Sheep receipts 6000 strong 10c higher native sheep 4.50 6.40 western sheep 4.50 6.50 native lambs 6.50 8.70 western lambs 6.50 8.80
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Scripps-McHae Prewa Association
Judge approves dissolution of Central Union Life and merger
Marion Superior Court No 2 judge James M Leathers signs an order dissolving Central Union Life Insurance and consolidating it with Indiana National Life Insurance. The ruling upholds proxies as legally cast, rejects fraud claims, and deems the merger fair to policyholders though Central Union funds remain with the auditor. The consolidation is practically complete despite unsettled funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James M. Leathers
Marion Superior Court No. 2
Central Union Life Insurance Company
Indiana National Life Insurance Company
Central Union Company
Lewis in Critical Condition After Resort Killing
Charles Lewis who fatally shot Anna Easton at a Maryland resort and then shot himself remains unconscious at City hospital. Friday morning showed slight improvement but doctors remain puzzled by his vitality. he is 26.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Lewis
Anna Easton
Maryland St
City Hospital
Lewis
Weber and Zimmer offer bargains on Page 6 ad
Weber and Zimmer advertise a great bunch of bargains on page six. The notice urges all women to read the advertisement, highlighting discounts and products available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weber & Zimmer
Grain futures mixed as prices swing in Chicago pits
Chicago May 2 Futures markets showed choppy prices across wheat corn and oats. July wheat near 99 3 4 to 99 3 4 cents, September around 1.00 to 1.005 4 dollars. May corn 5 4 cents, July 52 to 63 cents, September 53 to 54 1 4 cents. oats steady to higher for July at 46 4 to 47 3 4 cents and September around 39 4 to 38 3 4 cents. Local receipts wheat 37 cars corn 162 oats 105. May wheat closed 97 3 4 cents. May corn 54 cents. May oats 47 3 4 cents. No 2 red winter 97 May, No 3 yellow 58 54 3 4 to 64 3 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Auto hits wagon injuring Keeleys and child in 1920s incident
Everett Walker's car struck a delivery wagon carrying Sam Keeley, Mrs Mamie Keeley, Miss Casey Dellenhine, and a 4 year old. Mrs Keeley suffered serious injuries as her dress was dragged by the wheel. Walker was arrested for assault and battery amid witness claims of speeding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everett Walker
Sam Keeley
Mamie Keeley
Martindale Ave
Casey Dellenhine
Bellefontaine St
Walker
Kitzmiller
Trimpe
City Record for a Day Items of Deaths Marriages and Permits
City notices list deaths including Fred Hawthorne Katherine Bleeke Mattie Adams William Van Pelt and others with ages and addresses. Marriages shown: Robert Hughes with Carrie Dugan and Mat Snkovic with Ivania Cerkvenik. Building permits issued to Lewellen Methodist church Indianapolis Water Company Wetsell Allen Long Tyner Hoffman Cohen and others with project details and costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Hawthorne
Shelby-st
Katherine B. Bleeke
W. St. Clair-st
Mattie Adams
W. Michigan-st
William H. van Pelt
N. Westst
Campfield
Nelson-st
Frank O. Johnson
Caroline Miler Rothrock
Pennsylvania St
Carrie Arbuckle
Indianapolis
Harry
Schod
Capitol Ave
Mary Ethel Weiss
N. Mlinoisst
Robert Hughes
Carrie Dugan
Mat Snkovic
Ivania Cerkvenik
Lewellen Methodist Church
Indianapolis Water Company
Circle
Mr. Wetsell
Allen Long
Sheffield
E. E. Tyner
Kenwood
John A. Hoffman
Randolph
Alexander Cohen
W. Washington
Graduation exercises at Protestant Deaconess hospital training school
The training school graduation was held Thursday night with remarks by Dr. T. B. Noble and Mrs. G. E. B. Leggett. Diplomas were handed by Rev. Henry W. Vitz and school buttons by Mary Van S. McCoy. Class members include Maude Slaughter, Bessie Walker, Theresa Cornet, Augustia Hawkins, Grace Gooding, Mabel Bent, Violet Boyd, Clara Bradford, Amelia Tauer, Emma Thorson, Anna Deterding, Christina McDonald, and Nina Layne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deaconess Hospital
T. B. Noble
G. EB. Leggett
Henry W. Vitz
Mary van S. McCoy
Maude Slaughter
Bessie Walker
Theresa Cornet
Augustia Hawkins
Grace Gooding
Mabel Bent
Violet Boyd
Clara Bradford
Amelia Tauer
Emma Thorson
Anna Deterding
Christina McDonald
Nina Layne
Federal court orders partial settlement in rope firm case
In a Friday ruling, A. Leschen and Son Rope Company v Granville G Allen et al. seeks 6874 dollars from Tabasco Gold Mining and Milling Company shareholders. The defunct mining firm has no property for levy. The court pro rates among 27 defendants who did not answer, with 70 more who answered to share any shortfall. Several stockholders are named in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Leschen and Son Rope Company
Granville G. Allen
Tabasco
Light and Heat to sue over $25,000 track elevation damages
Indianapolis Light and Heat Company informs Mayor Bookwalter and the Board of Public Works it will sue the city and Pennsylvania Railroad for $25,000 awarded for damages from the Ken Kentucky avenue track elevation. The city plans to pay the amount to Pennsylvania, which is expected to pass it to Light and Heat, though the latter fears the funds may not be turned over without a court order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis Light and Heat Company
Charles A. Bookwalter
Board of Public Works
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
The
Light and Heat Company
Kentucky Ave
Pennsylvania Company
Hanly Reports Small Gains In Health After Illness
Gov. Hanly, feeling better with good color, says walking to his office remains tiring yet. He notes a weight gain of eight pounds since his illness, reflecting improved health though lingering fatigue persists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gov. Hanly
Fire at Atkins Saw Works Nearly Destroys Building
A spark from an emery wheel ignited waste at E. C. Atkins Saw Works on Illinois and South streets Thursday night. Fire threatened the upper floors, with an estimated loss near $8,000, much of it from water. Night workers fled in coats, fighting with extinguishers until fire units arrived. The blaze started in the third floor polishing room and spread rapidly, but steel floors helped contain it. Assistant Chief Loucks ordered a second alarm. hose companies 13 and 10 battled from opposite ends while No. 1 fought from a nearby roof. Fire was surrounded and put out. cleanup and possible resumption of operations were expected in days. Building loss estimated at $500.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. Atkins Saw Works
Illinois
South-sts
Loucks
Hose Company No. 13
Hose Company No. 10
Hose Company No. 1
Fred C. Gardner
Bee Advertisement Encourages Free Post Cards Readers
In a Page 6 ad Weber and Zimmers, 322-324 Virginia, offer free post cards to all women. The notice urges readers to ask for them, describing the giveaway as simple. TheBee advertisement is presented on page 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weber & Zimmers
Virginia-are
Hunt Consults Health In Atlantic City Return
Union B. Hunt, chairman of the Indiana Railroad Commission, returned Thursday from Atlantic City where he sought health benefits. He was at his state house office Friday and shows improved health though not fully recovered. He plans a few days rest at Winchester before resuming duties. Gov. Hanly noted Hunt fears the ocean and had vowed not to go near the water, claiming he promised his wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union B. Hunt
Indiana Railroad Commission
Atlantic City
Hunt
Winchester
Hanly
Mr. Hunt
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County Council
Wall-St
City Grain
Timothy
Hay
Secretary of State
Albert Lieber
TSO UbSte
Judge Leathers Rules Insurance Companies
Chicago Grain
Scripps-McRae Preas Association
Zora
Bessie Tomlinson
Rose- Tene-st
Bay
Howard
Gertrude Drumm
E. Ohto-st
Fred
May Mootz
Gillette-st
Joseph
Fern Bruce
Montcamst
Edgar
Sarah Case
N. Pine-st
John
Mrs. Brogan
S. West-st
Patrick and
Margaret Moriarity
Brookside Ave
Saks
Blum & Koch
Ecquador
Washington Street
Saka & Company
Pennsylvania Street
Spark
Blaze
Atkins Plant
Longfellow School
Fletcher Ave
Railroad Commission
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