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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1903
Page
6
Renowned professor W. H. Pickering of Harvard plans a forthcoming work that challenges established views on the moon. The volume promises to present new analyses and potentially shift scientific opinions about lunar science.
Professor W H Pickering of Harvard Observatory announces a forthcoming volume titled The Moon. He argues for intelligent life on the moon and contests the idea that Dr Avion is a dead body. The work outlines lunar volcanoes craters and a canal chain linking seas.
The newest American astronomer, 45, from Boston, leads Lowell and Harvard teams observing the Moon and Mars Canals. Prof Pickering proposes vegetation processes form the green spring and gray summer markings, with water from lunar deposits and volcanic CO2 supporting life hypotheses. He notes extensive mountain climbing as a notable personal interest.
Two young maids teased each other with a brass electric connector and nearly risked a shock. One defers to caution, urging not to touch the live opening as a third worries someone could get hurt. They move the device to a safe place away from sight.
In Chicago on a November day, thirty western steers escaped from two wrecked cars at the Burlington road crossing near Thirty-ninth Street and Laurelst, spooking residents as people scrambled for porches and climbed trees to escape the stampede.
A wrecked stock train derailed near a street, scattering cattle through the area. Engineers James Fitzpatrick and fireman Hi Harvey were injured lightly as cars toppled and steers escaped into yards and porches. About 20 cattle were shot due to injuries while others roamed the avenues until a roundup by cowboys arrived.
In Hammond a conversation at Hotel English reveals Mayor A F Knotts dismissing the stereotype that unmarried men breed strikes. He praises married workers who invest in homes and notes factories believe his approach reduces unrest. Hammond plans Arbor Day tree-planting with 1000 saplings and boosts municipal growth.
Mrs Willetts and husband of Benton Harbor report a vision from the spirit of the Lord appearing at their bedside with a flaming wand. They claim this event confirms an imminent earthly return of Christ and urge followers to prepare as friends depart to await the end of the world.
Cincinnati report details Mrs. Linzie Cook, wife of a chicken huckster, found dead in her workshop on Wednesday while killing a chicken. Initial indications point to a sudden death as the cause.
Washington Oct 3 A cubic foot of coinage gold worth 5299 07 9 was used to illustrate pension outlays since the government’s foundation. Pension totals through the Civil War reach massive sums with widows, dependents, and veterans shaping the rolls. Commissioner Ware urges curbs on widows’ pensions for new marriages by veterans, noting moral and fiscal concerns. Estimates show survivors on June 30 1900 around 854 555 with about 478 455 drawing pensions, and a projected decline as veterans die off. War costs for Spanish and Philippine campaigns cited, with total pension outlays rising but not to Civil War levels. The piece discusses aging veterans, costs, and legislative reform efforts amid pension system debates.
A promotional napiere style claim extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a universal remedy for dyspepsia and indigestion. It describes an in bottle digestion test, asserts broad benefits for various stomach ailments, and cites a testimonial from Mrs. Sarah Keel of Townville, Jasper County, Missouri. The ad notes a 50 cent price and directs readers to mail for free stomach disease information.
Dearth caused by heart trouble. She wore rubber boots and a weathered expression. Lines about water and weeds appear, with many heads of chicken nearby. Three children survive or mourn her.
Trust company in Pueblo failed to open Thursday morning. The institution, once large in the city, was capitalized at ran and recently bought by Words Investment Company of Cripple Creek, owner of the Fire Wagon Bank of Victor, which closed its doors Wednesday.
Indianapolis business houses promote daily bargains to THE BUN urging readers to watch for deals and support local commerce with steady offers and promotions.
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