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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1909
Page
2
The Denver Colorado date line is noted as of peculiar interest to residents of the city. Officials and readers focus on how local reports frame gas discussions and the impact on daily life. The item hints at community engagement with public utility topics and regional news relevance.
The Fuxedo squad extends an open challenge to any fast 18 or 14 year old team in the city or state. Winners aim to schedule games.
The notice asks readers to contact A. Henry at 1468 W Morris Street or call 2330 each evening. It favors a fast team with a Sunday park permit, listing the Blakers Waverley Grays and Polks as preferred choices. Whitaker defeated the Ramblers of Indianapolis in a ten inning contest, 10 to 1.
Louis Weslyn Jones of Indianapolis now in New York reports success with his song My Peach Basket Girl published by M Witmark & Sons New York The tune is predicted to become a big summer hit and is being played in eastern theaters Jones performs the song at the College Inn New York with Edwin Kendall directing the orchestra
In Kennett Missouri on May 25 Henry Culp was shot dead by his brother in law Charles Champ an 18 year old. Three bullets struck Culp as he prayed at church in Europe. Sheriff leads search for Champ. Culp had killed Harry Champ last August after being driven from home by the Champs and was acquitted as justifiable.
Fort Wayne plans to advertise across Indiana as the Travelers Protective Association prepares its June 1910 state convention. A 6000 member postcard program will depict Fort Wayne scenes with the caption this is one of the things you will see in Fort Wayne June, 1910. John Watt and Joe Russell head a committee to launch booster propaganda with local wholesale dealers aiding the effort.
A magazine style claim touts poslam as a miraculous cure for eczema and skin diseases. It asserts rapid relief from itching and near overnight clearing, with applications for blemishes like pimples and red noses. Available in 50 cent and 2 dollar jars from Indianapolis retailers and druggists nationwide, plus a free experimental package from Emergency Laboratories in New York City.
Tangier May 25 In a battle between the Sultan's troops and the Beni Mur tribesmen, 25 soldiers were killed and 60 wounded. The tribesmen suffered heavy losses from fierce artillery fire. Reinforcements were sent and the Sultan's forces are now advancing.
Workmen at Wonderland on Washington Street test rides on the scenic railway tickler and chutes as the big playground readies for its fourth season. The opening is set for next Saturday evening with a new air dome, musical comedies, the German village and other attractions planned to lure visitors.
In Auburn Indiana a touring car driven by Harry McIntyre lost control after a tire burst striking a stump and overturning into a ditch. Waldo Siler Henry Gass and Ake Hasselman were injured. the car was badly damaged.
In Kokomo Indiana a possum fatal encounter occurred in a city park zoo cage when a belligerent mate attacked the weaker. The fight ended with the weaker possum dead before keeper Bridwell could intervene.
Mrs. John J. Appel and daughter return from New York. Mrs. A S Stratford hosts Priscilla Circle at 1701 Commerce. St Mary's of the Woods club to musicale for Mrs Frederick K Shepard at Woodruff Place. Miss Marjorie Ogle hosts a Tunuh event with guests including Gretchen Schmird Dorothy Layman and others. Mrs J H Taylor hosts bridge for Mrs Charles J Dexter of Milwaukee. Monday Afternoon club meets at Mrs Clyde Roach with Rev Frank C Wicks reading on The Seriousness of Humes and songs by Mrs Fremont Swain and Jessie Patterson. Various visits noted: Miss Clark of Youngstown visiting Mrs Newton Todd. Miss Virginia Somes from Terre Haute with Mrs O G Pfaff. Annie C Wright travels to Chicago. Mrs Harry Sloan Hicks arrives from New York for family events and wedding in Christ Church on June 2.
Philadelphia May 2. Philadelphia Jack O’Brien and Stanley Ketchel, the middleweight champion, were matched to fight six rounds in Philadelphia on June 9 at the National A C. Both posted $1,000 forfeit and agreed to weigh in at noon on the day of the bout.
The piece argues that duplicated telephone and gas systems raise costs for residents. It cites $2,200,000 in duplicated telephone securities and $136,000 yearly interest on gas duplication, totaling $450,000 annual burden from duplicate bonds for 6 percent rates. It claims reformers push higher rates to fund new franchises while public control is delayed. Local promoters and city governance are blamed for maintaining dupes.
An Indianapolis issue argues for city regulation and consolidation of heating and power services to prevent dupli cation and higher rates. It cites a $133000 annual interest burden and a proposed million dollar investment by a rival in heating all to keep prices down. The piece criticizes official sentiment for resisting consolidation.
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