Jury Clears Officer In Murphy Shooting Case
Coroner Harry Tute Wiler heard testimony from Mrs Catherine Adams and Mary Cain about the shooting of Harry Murphy by Patrolman Jesse Streit. Adams testified Murphy ran into a yard and Streit shot during a struggle, while Cain said Murphy was sent to pay a bill and was shot when the pistol fired accidentally. Attorney Avah Rucker argued for reasonable use of revolvers in enforcing laws and stressed that authorities must enforce laws with proper restraint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cor
Harry Jr
Streit
Gland-St
Alhough
Yoo Bis
Harry Murphl
Harry Tutewiler
Catherina Adams
Maryland ST
Murphy
Jesse Streit
Mary Cain
Saman
Wassington St
Aivah Rucker
Kerry Murphy
Fight Over Salon License For Escott In Eighth Ward
Voters in the Eighth Ward backed Fred Escott in a fight over a salon license. The case resumed in circuit court before Special Judge James A. Pritchard. Remonstrants led by Col Ritter alleged violations including operating without a license and Sunday business near St Clair and Alabama streets. Testimony questioned a witness paid by Ritter for Sunday evidence. 21 men were examined and 12 jurors were sought amid juror bias against saloons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Escott
Escott
Com Tige Lonks
Viteal
James A. Pritchard
Aigmnast
Col Bi Riker
Georgo A. Zolezzi
William J. Bray
D. F. Spees
C. H
Col. Ritter
Ttre
John W. Jones
Gor
Fines Set After Vehicle Ordinance Pleas
Most defendants pleaded guilty to driving without a license in municipal court. In many cases the docket was dismissed and offenders paid only court costs to the city clerk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poijes
Mayor Still In Bed In Illness At Claypool Hotel
Mayor Sonn W Nongman remains confined to his bed at the Claypool hotel rooming in. He has been ill all week and is reported to have narrowly escaped pneumonia. City officials say he is improving slowly and may receive visitors soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sonn W
Nongman Remying
Claypool
Proper Escort Needed in Juvenile Court Case
In Indianapolis Juvenile Court, a 13 to 14 year old girl faced a charge of immoral conduct after admitting a recent offense at Fairview Park. Judge Stubbs ordered placement with Julia B. Wark’s industrial school as a response to rising park related juvenile immorality, shocking relatives and alarming authorities.
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Indianapolis
Fairview Pars
Goldia
Geide
Gobie
Fairview Park
Judie Stubbs
Julia B Wark
Unldie Goodwin
Seek to End a Conspiracy Involving Plumbers Guild
Joseph Miller a merchant plumber sues to end a alleged conspiracy by the Merchants Association of Indianapolis aimed at restraining competition. He claims the group uses secret bids and preference to shield member firms and exclude independent merchants like himself from favorable pricing. Miller asserts damages seeking relief and injunctive action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Miller
Ismgnt de Jills Company
Centra
Comet
Leathers
Miller
Indianapolis
Sylvester F. Wise
Virginia Ave
Knizht & Jillgan Company
Reranea
Association
War Romance to Terminate in the Courts
Ella P Williams faces fraud pension charges in federal court after a wartime romance. The case hinges on a altered death certificate and a missing husband last seen in 1881. Both sides acknowledge changes. verdict to determine if Williams secured a pension improperly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ella P. Williams
Enire
Jesse J. M. Lafollette
PB. Miller
Willams
Hin Tees
Virginia
New England
Kentucky
Boston
Williams
Ihe Rilsing
Mra. Wallan
Mpecs
Workmen Win Strikes Across Several Plants
Frak Duffy, secretary of the Car pepters' wnton, announces that the strikes were won by the men. In Niagara Falls and other places, workers secured wage increases after protests and bargaining. The outcome restores wage gains and signals renewed labor momentum in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Niagara Falla
Frak Duffy
Cars Pepters
Wnton
Ihoth
City Records Show Births Deaths Marriages and Permits
City records list births including Irving and Beula Blue in Indianapolis and other names. deaths include Ann Raniks and Hattie Minetta Clark with causes such as heart disease and meningitis. marriages feature multiple couples. building permits cover numerous addresses with varied values and types. entries include residences, repairs, and new structures across multiple neighborhoods. The fragmentary list mentions wards, streets, and property values, reflecting a typical day’s civic notices and civil registrations.
Guardian Named for Harry Josiph in Probate Ruling
Probate Commissioner Merle Walker appointed Solomon Kiser as guardian of Harry Josiph a wholesale coal dealer declared to be of unsound mind. The guardian appointment followed Josiph's consent and identified with Josephs consent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward
Merle Walker
Solomon Kiser
Harry Josiph
Joseph
WAGONS DAMAGE NEW PAVEMENT ON CAPITOL AVENUE
An inspection of Ohisst to Capitol ave reveals asphalt laid last fall cannot withstand traffic. Horse and wagon wheels leave deep marks, disfiguring the surface. Property owners who paid rapidly for the improvement accuse contractors and demand repairs under the nine year guarantee with city funds held as security. The Marion County Construction Company’s resurfacing contract, dated May 5 194, promised completion by Apr 1 194 but suffered delays, prompting possible action by the Board of Works to enforce repairs and recover bonds if needed.
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Ohisst
Delawarest
Capitol Ave
Annapolis
Marion County Construction Company
Maria C County Construction Company
Gond
Elevator Man Keeps On Jump Elevator Visit At State Capitol
A large throng floods the statehouse as more than a thousand schoolchildren, electors, and parents from Metcalf, Hume, Chrisman, and Scotland visit the capitol. Elevator operator Ware says the volume of riders surpasses any prior session, with a special rail carrying the group from Edgar and Posey counties under school officials’ supervision to Indianapolis.
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Metcalf
Hume
Chrisman
Scotland
Aliiota
Melis
Edgar and Poyglass
Omichats
Indianapoolis
Denied in Washington Post Office Denial Sparks Denver Dispute
The Post Office Department officially denied that Favs G. Rathbone is connected with the postal service. A Denver press dispute claimed Rathbone inspected post offices in Denver and Omaha, prompting counter statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Postoffice Department
G. Rathbone
Denver
Ratibone
Oraha
St Paul Monster Edward Gottschalk Condemned to Death
Special to the Bun reports in St Paul Minn that Edward Gottschalk, described as an innocent appearing man, has been condemned to death for a brutal murder at a butcher shop. The suspect, linked with Joseph Martmann, allegedly murdered the butcher with a meat cleaver and robbed the shop. Te r s Ing Hartmann was implicated as a fellow criminal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Gottschalk
ST. Paul
Minn
Blay S
Fiorence Perry Seeks Divorce After Court Hearing
Fiorence Perry appeared in superior court on Thursday seeking a divorce from Ezea Perry alleging he planned her. The evidence was partially heard as the case moved forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiorence Perry
Superior Court
Ezea Perry
Dont Forget the Grand Military Arrival Show
A fragmentary notice announces a week long event starting Monday May featuring The Great Mundy attractions presented by the Indianapolis Battalion Armory Association with a grand military arrival and show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mundy
Indianapolis Battalion Armory Association
Market Day Slump Hits Hog and Corn Markets
Indianapolis markets show corn at new highs with May July futures edging up while hog prices fall about ten cents from Wednesday. Cattle and calves weaken as buyers focus on best cows and light steers. hogs trade under 5.40 with a quiet close.
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Chicago
Sinneapolis
P&c
Wyahwsc
Indianapolis
Wealthy Man Kills Himself at Opera House
A wealthy man shot himself during an incident at the opera house. Witnesses describe two shots, one to the arm and one to the head, with the gunfire triggering a swift scramble for escape routes through the auditorium and rear doors. Pulford's drug store and nearby exits loom in the aftermath as authorities and family react. The widow reveals grief and defense of her husband amid public scrutiny.
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Berry
Mint
Opera House
Welch
Flo
Auditorium Pond
Pulford
Arig
Teast
Miss Ivy
Ethel
Lfe
Mia Heres
Nellie Skirvin Sues for Divorce on Adultery Grounds
Nellie Skirvin flees for divorce from Matt Skirvin alleging his frequenting saloons and wine rooms and attention to other women. The case hinges on alleged infidelity and marital misconduct as the grounds for dissolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nellie $Iat
Sunt
Matt Skirvin
Stocks Rally As Markets Open Strong In New York
May day trading opens with gains across sectors as Amalgamated Copper and Northern Pacific rise. London buyers push shares higher while large blocks of short stock attempt to cap the advance, with standard oil and banking stocks showing strength amid broad demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
U. S
Great Northern
Northern Pacific
Ontario & Western
Oittage & Northwestern
Paul
Baltimore
Ohio
Londo
Standard
Oi Beckers
Storks
Fee London
Pace
Stevis
Southern Pacine
Erie
Wrading
Os Amalgamated Copper
American Locomotive
St. Paul
Wagon Market Report Distorted by OCR in Indianapolis
Market notes from Indianapolis on May 25 show mixed agricultural items including corn at 55 percent, hay and straw prices listed with unclear figures. Several garbled names and figures make exact items and buyers uncertain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Borysy Miller
Timothy
Markets closed for Memorial Day holiday schedule announced
The Indianipone reports markets will be closed next Tuesday for Memorial Day. City council last year authorized markets to open on holidays. this order sets new hours from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. next Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianipone
Roosevelt's Cousin Conquers Mad Horse in Central Park
Margaret Roosevelt, cousin of the President, rode a frightened horse through Central Park on a chaotic ride. She clung to the mare as it galloped, guiding it away from riders and spectators until help halted the animal. She emerged unharmed though shaken, praised by onlookers for her poise and bravery.
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New York
May and Couraer
Misa
Margaret
W. Ems Roosevelt
Mont Sefloud
Mira Roosevel
Mins Roosevelt
Fire Record For A Day
Fire crews logged incidents at a frame dwelling belonging to Bud Gowher in W McCarty county and a brick dwelling at 6 N Delaware Street. Agent C F Ayles reported unknown causes, with W T Maloit also involved. fire damage noted to {locations} and matches found at the scene.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bud Gowher
W. McCarty
C. F
Ayles
Delawarest
W. T. Maloit
Fruits and Vegetables Sale Listing
Fragmented notice lists produce and poultry items, including turnips eggs and various meats. It mentions Idvanapats and May ve bowing her head, offering a glimpse of a local market or stall with items like potatoes, turnips, beets, carrots, and eggs.
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Ling
Proner
Eges
Mayor Still
Ildotan Oo
Irving
Beula
David
Sarah Highboweh
Charles R
Ida Lentz
Rieaner
William H
Clara Betteher
Gt de Quincey
Riel AD
Awkley Smith
W. Morrin
Jemna August
Ella Saffell
Earth
William
Mrs. Keadel
Sprucehoe
Ann Raniks
Bloomington
Sis
Anna Stoll
N. Arsenal
Meningib
John Bushelmeyer
Thomas W. Miller
Rose Rickle
Mane Michael J. Bulach
Elizabeth M. Horald
Alfred W. Johnson
Gertruds Lewis
Charles Crouch
Maymie Flanagen
Abert J. Scherting
Lena Veh
William R. Allison
Altee Anneus
Louie H. Borgmann
Lydia C.H. Koehler
Mark Offringa
Margaret Meyer
John Francis Leughiin
Ida Atay Whiteford
John Span
Maria Litach
G. twRue
Ashland
John E. Woodarda
River
J F. Furst
Chatica
Andrew FB. Waltz
Wade, Hm
W. Shelley
SW. Shelley
Eugene
S. W. Shelley
Emma Murdock
Beville
Lee A. Jones
Logan
Conrad J. Hoereth
Dawson
WN. Manthey
Agnes
W. Broughton
N. Walcott
L. F. Thieme
Iltnoin
Sophia Bancks
Nolan
W. Davenport
Thirtieth
J.T. Johnson
Delaware
M. Hereth
Capitol
Beens
ST. Paul's
Hammeraly
Hin Plaice
B. Bowman
New York Telegram
Cannes
Medicim
Bologna
Peypennes
Yellin Thrugh
Indianapol Kingan & Co
Indiana
Nadia
Lola
California
Deez
Stogeson
Stock Exchange
Uattle
Ifm
Onne
Helfers
Produca
Creamerica
Roosevelt
Mad
Steed
Agus
Arar
Meeti
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