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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1904
Page
2
A disjointed fragment describes a boxing or combat scene where a fighter, with Birr, faces enemies and a victor ends the fight. The narrator claims to have recovered a small piece and gathered tat items, though many names and details are unreadable.
A garbled OCR passage describes a samurai era clash with swords, noting one warrior who used ku-katanas and personal combats as the core of battle. It references severed heads, boasts of prowess, and a leader who after victory could not refrain from displaying trophies.
The text recounts a brutal ritual of a famed sword, its mark of wars and the owner’s prowess. It describes a ceremonial display of vengeance, honor, and lethal artistry with a katana as a central symbol. The narrative hints at a forthcoming long tale titled A Legacy of Chee Owhtch.
Scripps Rae Telegram from Washington reports Sen Knox of Pennsylvania will respond to Parker’s anti Cortelyou and Roosevelt charge in Pittsburgh on Saturday night. Knox spent Thursday at the White House with the President reviewing portions of the address. Reverend J M Webb of Seattle will preach at Bethel A M E Church Sunday evening and deliver his farewell lecture Monday evening.
The Western and Eastern Republican committees debate how to present Cortelyou’s forecast on Roosevelt’s chances. Missouri Nevada Delaware West Virginia Indiana New York and other states shape the outlook, with New York looming large for Parker if sentiment shifts.
News of the city reports a runaway on the Pittsburgh McKeeport Cannellsville line Friday morning. A motor car crushed a wagon and killed Motorman Farnan instantly while eight passengers were injured. Handbrake and rail brakes reportedly failed. Driver of the wagon escaped unharmed. Other items include Bone, McKee professor at Indiana University. a meeting of Indianapolis ministers. Chapel Club Christmas bazaar. Rev Jaston Kass sermon. improving by Silas Lay. city sweeping controversy. Irving Bausch er funeral. Pennsylvania Railroad ties trial. new beech rails for Rushville Indianapolis line. Noonan to preach. Murphy to speak. Marion Motor Co factory plan. bankruptcy of G W Chilton. annual ball of the League of the Troupois. and Rev J C Cheistle invitation.
Advertises Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets promising a one day cure for a cold. All druggists refund money if it fails. Box bears E W Grove’s signature.
The route via Union Pacific runs 200 miles along the Columbia River with much of the journey near the water. Two through trains daily offer accommodations for all classes. Inquiries directed to William H. Connor, G. A., 4 East Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.
Advertises a 47.20 round trip fare to Colorado with travel from Chicago to Denver via Mason Pacia and North Western Line. Mentions stops at Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo, with through fast service and high class equipment. Rates apply from all points and include maps and hotel listings via N M Breeze, General Agents in Cincinnati.
A thief pried open a window and broke the trunk at Ray L and found two $50 checks among small savings. The burglary occurred Thursday night as the occupant slept, with no other room disturbance. Ray, trusting friends but failing to bank money, reported the loss of months of savings and checks, and suspects the burglar knew him. Police were not notified, as Ray believed tracing the thief would be impossible.
Alfred Lewin a west side tailor displayed a window sign accusing a Republican candidate in his district of not paying for clothes. The sign caused a crowd to gather and police escorted emissaries from the district headquarters to the shop. Lewin later stated the bill has been paid and he will remove the sign.
Benjamin Fevers, known as Kid Farmer, and his two accomplices Joseph Feinberg and William O'Connell were sentenced to life imprisonment for a robbery in Chicago. Fevers, linked to earlier criminal activity, had a dramatic fall from a noted boxing era figure, with reports noting his youth and prior ring battles. Mayor Harrison denounced boxing events in Chicago amid renewed concerns over gambling and crime.
California showcases ancient tree groves from Mariposa to Calaveras with age estimates between 1500 and 2000 years. Notable sites include Mariposa Grove near Yosemite and Calaveras Grove, plus redwood Big Trees near Santa Cruz. The Union Pacific plans travel routes to California, with pamphlets available via W H Connor G A 53 East Fourth St Cincinnati Ohio.
A fragmented mound of advice on self control and substance use citing Mother Nature as a guide. It argues addictive substances dull men and women from their work, urging readers to quit harmful habits and heed nature’s warnings. The piece references coffee, alcohol, tobacco, and other stimulants as disruptors of health and success.
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