Coliseum Case Proceeds As Air And Light Debates Intensify
In superior court on Friday the Coliseum case resumed with witnesses discussing ventilation and lighting. Architect Gibson testified that the proposed market quarters would be poorly ventilated and unfair for storage of meats and vegetables, given artificial ventilation and prism lighting. The city argues current market inadequacies justify changes while the defense says the new plans provide more light and solve ventilation.
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Local Jottings Brief Items of Interest in Our City
Thursday marks the first amusement park opening of the season and Indianapolis looks its best as interurbans run and Memorial Day is noted. Senator Beveridge drew applause. Judge Carter maintains calm despite sharp lawyers. police praise mixed with critique of size. Rousing chatter about the courthouse statue, Rhodinn case, and the five cent theatres. The Saturday half holiday starts soon for state and Marion county offices. Special Police Cadre at the statehouse kept soldiers safe. Country visitors seek summer outings, with many planning brief stays.
Charred body found in factory firebox sparks murder probe
Cincinnati May 31. Firebox of Ryan soap factory yielded a charred male body not identified. Engineer McDermott arrested on suspicion after dragging the victim from the furnace and reporting doors locked with side doors open. Police deem murder likely though death by own action cannot be ruled out. The victim appears foreign. coat torn nearly in two.
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Engineer McDermott
London Papers On Roosevelt Speech Create Mixed Read
London editors react to President Roosevelt's Indianapolis address. The Chronicle finds no sign of reversal, while the Morning Post says if he means enforcing existing English laws there should be no more panic. The Telegraph calls his remarks robust and fair, and the Daily News calls the speech a bit confusing.
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Licenses Issued for Squirrel Season in Indiana
The Fish and Game Commission at the statehouse is issuing certain hunting licenses before July 1. Most counties use the county clerk, except Marion County which handles licenses at the statehouse. Mrs. E. E. Earle leads the clerk staff. The new license form omits photos and requires only verbal landowner permission. Land owners may hunt on their own land without a license anywhere in the state. Squirrels and quail are reported plentiful in Indiana.
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Wagner Night at Fair Bank Park Delights Indianapolis
Friday night at Fair Bank park features Creatore and his Band performing Wagner themed selections including Nibelungen Prelude to Lohengrin and Wagner Intermission with Entrances and selections from Walkury Tristan and Isolde La figita del Regimento and Tannhauser. Sidewalk roller skates and pianos advertised.
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Gas Overcomes Six in St Louis Lodging Houses
Six people were overcome by illuminating gas in St Louis Thursday night. Four are dead, including Joseph Gabor and his wife Ida at 5445 Lawton Avenue and Joseph Maxwell at 1627 Hogan Street. Daniel Dwyer is dead, Thomas Hynes revived, and John Pantos is in precarious condition.
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Weather Bureau Quoted in Town Pride Comment
A resident cites the weather bureau in a town discussion about planning days. The exchange highlights reliance on forecasts and the community’s readiness for changing conditions.
Prisoner Refuses to Identify Hometown in Interrogation
Detective recounts questioning a prisoner who refuses to name his residence. The chief remarks dryly that the man is from Brooklyn, signaling an attempted evasion of identity. The exchange highlights tension during the inquiry.
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New York Produce Prices Reported in May 31 Trading
New York on May 31 shows pork at 17.0 to 18.50 dollars per cwt with Mess and Scripps-Meltue noted. Lard Western steam spot quotes at 9.28 while tallow City country bids read around 6 to 7 cents per pound.
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Elma Dare vows to get even amid guardianship case
In Lebanon Indiana on May 31 the George Rhodius guardianship case featured William C. Davis recounting Rhodius and Elma Dare’s February departure from Circle Park hotel and subsequent Louisville marriage. Witnesses described Rhodius as not of sound mind with erratic behavior and cryptic remarks about “the people” and dirt.
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Indictments Filed in Marion County Justice Graft Case
The Marion county grand jury issued a partial report with several indictments from the investigation into constables and justices of the peace. Eight to ten indictments are believed, with two murder charges against Charles Ward for McIntyre’s killing and Ralph Powers for Weber’s killing. both suspects are jailed.
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Hats at the Seashore Boosted by Millinery Trends
Milliners plan for foggy damp shore days with hats trimmed in quills and birds. A stunning seaside crown features black Milan with a white bird as the sole trim, a low crown and broad brim, the underside lined in white Milan to simulate a bird resting on the crown.
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United States Weather Forecast and Local Advertisements
Forecast notes showers Friday night and Saturday with partly cloudy cooler conditions. Local ads include a 20 cent ladies vest and 14 cent sale at Weber and Zimmer 222 324 Virginia Avenue. Denison Barber Shop promotes itself. I takes reads Iake’s ad on Virginia Avenue page. Four rooms furnished complete valued at 225 dollars offered for 155 dollars at The People’s Outfitting Co.
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Engineers Visit Purdue During Indianapolis Delegation Trip
Delegates from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers toured Indianapolis for Purdue University visits and factory tours. The special train left at dawn for Lafayette after a final Indianapolis session and a memorial day program, ending with a reception at the Claypool hotel.
Park Board Plans Official Tour and Park Changes
The park board directs J C Power to secure a car for next week se tour of parks. They will attend the National Playground association meeting in Chicago starting June 20. Members propose moving the deer and elk from Riverside Park to the north end, with final decision at the next meeting.
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Park Board
J. Clyude Power
Power
National Playground Association
Deer and Elk Park
Equipp ed For Mystic Fight In Wintermute Case
Judge Walker withdrawn injunction on occult seer Wintermute possession of personal effects. Divorce case agreement deposits $1200 found in Wintermute trunk with a trust company until court decides disposition. Wintermute rejoices at recovering his magic breastplate and believes powers will return.
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Merle N. A. Walker
Wintermute
Finest Rugs Display at Iske’s Furniture Store
The Sun advertises a three day free rent offer under rooms and wanted help sections. Iske’s Furniture Store at 312 Virginia Ave boasts a fine stock of rugs.
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Vireginia Ave
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