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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1901
Page
8
McAbee and Deputy Spees urge enforcement of the 1881 fire escape law requiring means of escape in hotels lodgings and factories. Critics note offices and newer structures may need updated provisions while Philadelphia Buffalo programs test air chutes and balcony routes around buildings despite privacy concerns.
Miss Jessie Stilson sues J H Keating known as Lyn Udall for $40,000 claiming he promised to marry during their courtship while composing hit songs including Just one girl. She cites letters calling her Miss Jessie Keating and My dear wife and claims he later married another after a Denver trip.
The Indiana conference reports progress on the Century Fund aimed at reducing church indebtedness, funding education and missions, and aiding superannuated ministers. In Indianapolis district several churches have paid off balances, with total district payments around $10,000 and the conference debt near $80,000. A deaconess home and hospital project has gathered about ten thousand dollars in pledges.
The piece argues Theodore Roosevelt stands out as a future statesman with strong business and political instincts. It praises his Civil Service Commission record improving staffing, his decisive work, and his transparency, suggesting he could become a national leader though not guaranteed to be president.
Senator Beveridge, reflecting on his Orient tour, states he met Li Hung Chang twice. He describes the Shihites statesman as impressive at first glance, with enormous intellect and undoubted ability, noting his greatest strength as a politician.
John M. Spaan, a church trustee, says no candidate has been identified yet to replace Rev Mil urn. He notes no definite plan or timeframe for a successor and that the congregation has not settled on a choice.
An advertisement notes a free sample of Tone stomach and liver tablets. It promises relief for stomach and biliousness issues and appeals to readers seeking a reliable remedy. The tone reflects a 19th or early 20th century drug promotion.
Judge Neeley permanently enjoins Chicago Board of Education from inaugurating free text books in public schools. The dispute centered on a 390000 appropriation for the books. A Catholic vigilante group opposed the plan, while the United German Turners, the Chicago Federation of Labor, and other groups backed the effort to implement free textbooks as in other major cities.
A stranger entered Mrs. George Diffenderffer’s Lancaster residence and demanded money. He threatened to cut her throat while brandishing a knife and choked her as she refused. Police investigation ongoing.
Supt of parks Power says park allowance cuts threaten a warm shelter for skaters at Garfield park this winter. He notes only a summer house exists with no heating and suggests a partitioned heated area or rough shelter could be built for a small cost, though he worries it may attract hoodlums.
The State board of health secretary is quiet about his role while Myron King carves a private path after the Taggart machine disrupted plans. Prosecutor Ruckelshaus distances himself from press influence, stating the grand jury is free to act with the law as guidance.
Mrs. John Garman aged 30, a Christian Science adherent, died in Altoona Pennsylvania after refusing medical care for suspected typhoid fever. A coroner's inquest failed to fix the exact cause but cited lack of medical attention as a contributing factor due to her religious beliefs.
A poet muses on mood and perception as the speaker laments how personal feelings tint the world. The verse contemplates love jealousy and responsibility, suggesting one even humbly claims to regulate the universe.
Mary J. Anderson sues Union Life Insurance Co of Indiana for 8000 arguing a policy on her husband James S. Anderson was canceled without consent after premiums through 1899 were paid. She claims the company refused December 1899 payment while negotiating surrender. The insurer denies liability.
Business still booms at the naval recruiting station. About 65 young men have been examined since Monday. Those enlisted since the last published report are: Wood J. Stanley, Paul A. Witt, Chas. Davis, Roy McCaslin, Fred R. Alderson, Wm. E. Kelly, Ruell Wenland, John D. Frantz, Hiram E. Jirgang and Everett Phillins.
Seymour man Peter Platter reports widespread San Jose scale in his orchard and nearby orchards to the state geologist. A local health product ad claims Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup cures coughs that may lead to consumption.
Daily real estate offerings highlighted on Saturdays on the Sun pages sixth and seventh. Details emphasize various properties and market listings across sections, guiding buyers to weekend opportunities.
J A Matthews private secretary to Senator Fairbanks left for Washington Thursday afternoon. Fairbanks will not depart until days before Congress opens. Matthews, raised near Olney Illinois, has many Indiana political friends and a knack for aiding veterans seeking pensions.
Carson and Lennox advertise a sale of musical instruments at 5 9 East Market Street. The Sunners on page seven features the casual listing with prices and contact details.
The state board of education adjourned at Thursday noon after drafting questions for next year's teachers examinations and agreeing on a division of labor to investigate all commissioned high schools. City and town superintendents open their annual meeting Thursday night in the hall of representatives at the state house. The evening will feature a report from the committee on the event.
A brief notice announces a course in nature study tailored to common schools, alongside miscellaneous business items. The item outlines instructional aims, with emphasis on practical science ideas for classroom use and community engagement. Multiple dates or venues are not specified in the fragment.
The Bloomfield miller John W. Graham is sprung for district 2 chairman. John Billheimer is viewed as a Fairbanks man while Harvey Cushman is a Beveridge partisan. The plan is to sideline both rivals and harmonize with Graham.
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