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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1904
Page
1
Japanese forces will commence their planned march next week, signaling the start of a broader operation. The move follows recent deployments and signals a shift in regional posture as allied observers monitor the situation.
London dispatches relay Times correspondents with Gen. Kuroki's army stating the advance toward Mukden will begin next week. Weather grows extremely hot as Japanese occupy Feng-Huang-Cheng and Chinese perform routine duties amid many Russian graves.
A full day session was allocated for testimony before the Gillespie jury featuring Spaan and Shay. The proceedings focused on key statements and evidence presented by both sides as jurors prepared to assess the case.
In rising Sun on May 25 the Gillespie murder trial neared its end with both sides asserting triumph after testimony, as McMullen accused the defendants of guilt and implied the sister’s life insurance funds were used to shield the killer, while Coles challenged the state's case and defended the defendants’ motives.
Two sisters refused to claim $1 each from their mother Naaman Chapman’s estate. Security Trust Company administered the estate and held the mortgage note of about $1,000. Neither sister would cooperate for letters of administration, delaying settlement. A hearing established heirship, enabling each sister to claim her share from the note proceeds once the amount is fixed by the county clerk.
Andrew Kramer states in a report that he paid his ward $12 for housekeeping when the ward was married. He says he consented to the marriage on orders from the judge.
The Temps correspondent reports that Cen. Kuroparkin has had a disrupted out tag communication with the main Japanese force under Gen. Kuroki and the second division under Gen Ok. The message notes a breakdown in lines of command affecting frontline coordination.
The Sun appeals for donated country land near Indianapolis to expand the orphans' home. It notes the facility has sold Collegeave property for space and urges wealthy landowners to provide a few acres to fund larger, safer housing for homeless children. The paper asks the first generous response.
In police court at Widnesday Leroy Wilson ordered a woman to take off her hat. She wore a man's straw hat and refused, getting soaked. The incident led to a fine of $5 and costs for three offenses, with the explanation saving her from a harsher remark.
A bold dash by two prisoners at the North Side workhouse sparked a chase on Wednesday. Jonn White and Ed Bozien tried to flee through a kitchen door as guards fired shots. White was shot and Bozien captured after a pursuit that ended with their return to custody.
A weather forecast warns of thunder showers and cooler air late week. Temperatures reach 84 at noon and 74 by 7 pm with showers and storms spreading across Indiana and nearby states.
A resolution adopted Wednesday orders paving of Washington Street from Beltrade Road to Irvington with brick and cement sidewalks. The project covers over a mile of road with long stretches, and remote concerns suggest some cracking may occur, but officials expect the improvement to proceed unless remonstrance defeats it.
Court orders 10 autoists to report for trial in poles court next Tuesday. The hearing will begin in the afternoon and will consider complaints only against the Indiana automobile company and named individuals including Sidney Elston Robert Hassler A J Guteg Carl Fisher William Fortune Marty Cherry Elias Walker and Frank Staley.
A city real estate trend centers on flat dwellers migrating to suburban houses as spring arrives. Dealers report delayed moves due to cold weather, yet expect strong outside-rental demand. A mover recalls entering a home after rain, facing mouldy linens and ruined wares, underscoring rough adjustments of suburban life.
Delia Ratican travels from Kilkerria Galway to New York and Indianapolis with a shipping tag bearing her aunt Bridget Wade’s address. Guides at New York stations direct her to continue toward her relatives, aided by officials who show kindness to the trusting girl seeking her aunt in Indiana.
A large blaze in Yazoo City Mississippi damaged the business district with many structures destroyed. Fire units from Jackson and other cities rushed to the scene by expected train as flames spread across the area.
Mrs. Hicks describes her husband Joe Iddings as a good man who rarely joined her at home, while Ella Nicks of Washington Avenue is accused of fatally shooting him. The Sun reports Mrs. Iddings' shock on learning the death and her recounting of his absence and lodging with his mother. The case centers on a fatal Tuesday afternoon act and alleged declarations about another woman.
Defense attorneys noted fears that defendant McDonald might injure himself, describing concerns raised during the ongoing case and court discussions referenced on page 2.
The defense rejects James McDonald testifying for himself in the Alisa Bara Schafer case, drawing comment. Deputy prosecutor Stephensee cites Mrs McDonald and others as surprised by his absence. Policeman Myers testimony is admitted, while he arrives from Brownstown to testify in the weeks murder case.
Ten men arrested at the Marion County Democratic Club rooms on Thursday night, with many prominent Democrats opposing the police action. Attorneys claim the men were not gamblers and that the club hosts were targeted to pressure party figures. Cases continued until June 2. witnesses gave assumed names amid heated exchanges.
Richmond Ind May 5 Mrs Anna Breward 48 of Camden near Wehmand hanged herself with a ribbon tied to a door knob after a mental decline police said the tragedy occurred in Camden and was investigated by local authorities
The case Ethel Thorne against Ralph Thorbus involves a Unique theater piano player paid 2 dollars 18 per week. The dancer's sweetheart interference led Thorbus to ban him, and the court awards the piano player 16.25 plus finds damages of 2 dollars to another pianist and 2 dollars for two missed nights.
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