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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1904
Page
2
A ship carrying Chinese starts is reported for South Africa in a brief maritime notice. The item notes cargo origin and intended destination, highlighting trade links between China and South Africa.
Hong Kong May 25 reports the London treaty allowing Chinese labor into South Africa began operation as the steamer Tweedale departed for the Transvaal with 1,600 Chinese aboard. The event is expected to trigger a large emigration to the region.
A stranded traveler reached Union Station after a long journey with a misdirected telegram delaying family reunion. Bridget Wade, aided by Mrs Michael Shannon and Dennis Phelan, found shelter and relatives through Galway connections and local aid.
A girl speaks openly about being away from home for the first time as relatives and aunts arrange to locate her at 1248 Senate arG and accompany her to Mrs Shannon's house on Prospect Street. Friendly reception eases her fears, with kindness from Miss Ravienite and others.
The decomposed body believed to be W G Prull secretary of Weinavn watch company is found in the Calumet River Chicago. Various items note social, political, and local incidents including church endowments, suicides, arrests, accidents, strikes, and a Methodist conference stance on divorce.
A widow from Long Fork Creek Kentucky survived an incident tied to John Henry Riddle and a Pittsburg coal company. The firm issued 1180 shares of preferred stock to miners who had begun payments in installments two years ago, with President FL Robbins involved.
In a dramatic hearing Capt Kinney questions Mrs Hicks and Mrs McCarter as details emerge about Joe Id dings who lived as Joseph Hasty. Witness statements reveal infidelity and deception leading to a fatal shooting after a confrontation over another woman. Four men drown in Idaho while rafting.
A tiny edition of The Road to Wellville was discovered in each pil. The discovery raises questions about the distribution method and the book's intended audience. Researchers are cataloging the volumes for further study.
A surge in homicides shocks Indiana as police report rising murder totals across multiple counties. Officials vow intensified patrols, community outreach, and clearer crime data to curb the deadly trend. Local leaders urge vigilance and cooperation with investigators.
Indiana faces an epidemic of murder trials with at least four cases active in Rising Sun Bedford Brownstown and Fort Wayne. Gilesple in Rising Sun and James McDonald in Bedford dominate headlines as juries near verdicts. Brownstown sees Mrs Cora Weeks on trial for her mother’s death, while Fort Wayne prepares for Charles Dunn’s retrial after a prior conviction. Nearby incidents include the Greencastle shooting of Roscoe Havens and the Coalmont feud killing of Earle Bourne. A Laporte dispatch notes Jerry Duggins confessing to murders in Terre Haute.
THOMAS PAYA, 86, is convicted of murdering his wife at Joseph, Michigan. The jury returned a verdict of murder in the second degree with clemency recommended. Payne is noted as the oldest person tried for murder in Michigan and the oldest prisoner to be sent to prison.
Chicago May 29 The mass layoff of railroad workers accelerates as freight shipments fall. Across the nation many train crews stationmen and yard workers face orders to quit or be dismissed. By June the trimming of payrolls is expected to finish with the heaviest losses in freight departments. The drop is driven by low freight volumes and weak summer outlooks.
Missing person Mars E. Waxes, son of Marge Waser of Cleeland, Asheville, last seen two days ago at the Ashes ville show. Despite all efforts by family and schoolmates, search parties found no trace. A classmate says Maree planned to go to New York.
Births list names and addresses with several couples and a few entries that indicate a child born to families such as Emme Koerner and Myrtle Wao Meer at 415 E Michigan Street and Charlieg and Ole Flies with a girl. Deaths section names Catherine Bretzmin Louis P Scroffner Frank P Downey Davkle Vanenry and others with causes like heart failure convulsions and paralysis. Marriages list includes several pairings like Richard M Newhouse with Nellie Powers and Timothy Sullivan with Nettle Tryan.
A scanned clerical list records numerous building permits and repairs in Virginia and nearby areas, naming properties, owners, and estimated costs. Items include houses at 31700 Richard Leass and 40 Prospect Street, cottages, additions, and various renovations with prices ranging up to 60 dollars, plus a misspelled medical ad and a teething remedy promotion.
One fare plus 25 cents for the road trip. Train departs May 2 and returns May 3. Stations within miles of the starting point. For tickets and information contact agent or W. Richanteon Assistant GP AL.
Mrs. Elam urges donating grounds for the Orphans Home stating it will aid the charity. She notes community support and calls on local officials to facilitate the gift. The proposal aims to expand the facility and provide better resources for the children.
Physio-medical college of Indiana will purchase the present orphan's home at College Ave and Thirteenth for $5100 with plans to relocate. The home may be funded by donors to avoid debt while the college seeks a new site such as near Irvington or Fairview Park.
Travel notices describe railroad round trips from Indianapolis to Louisville and St Louis with details on departure times and intermediate stops. Vandalia Line offers a skate tour excursion to St Louis with group seating in special cars, plus coach-rate options and committee contact for arrangements.
Returns from 90 unions indicate James A. Lynch secured re election as president by a seven point majority. Secretary J. W. Stamwood also re elected by a sizable margin between 2000 and 23000. Complete tabulation awaits June 1 and will not affect minor offices. Overall turnout exceeds prior elections, signaling heightened interest.
The Central Baptist association Sunday school convention for Marion county Lebanon Whitestown and Franklin met at Southport with full representation. Delegates discussed topics including Douglass Miller Sherman Baldock Newey Huffman McQuack Harper Buchanan Henry and others while a tour of Sunday schools showed near complete participation. Decoration Day rates via Lake Erie and Western R R offered round trip tickets on sale May 23 and May 3.
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