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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
11
Two well dressed young burglars wearing full dress suits and high silk hats broke into the new flats at a venti and Illinoisist area. Lewis Lloyd, a colored janitor and nightwatchman, was attacked and locked in the basement. The men searched the unoccupied apartments but nothing was taken as the building is newly completed. Detectives seek the so called swell boys.
In New York on November 19 reports say a general raid on Pennsylvania Railroad shares pushed prices to 110 percent. The talk claims Rockefeller interests aim to gain control of both Pennsylvania and Steel. A minister friendly to the Rockefellers reportedly mentioned a plan discussed by Young John D Rockefeller to secure control within six months.
A dust-covered old portrait given to Rev. Sichnell of St Benedicts Catholic Church in Cannellin Indiana surfaced in Terre Haute. Artist Francis Oscar Raab, visiting for restoration, declared it the work of Paul Bebu from Milan painted circa 1460 and valued at $3,000.
In Portsmouth C, workers at the Harbison-Welker brick plant face a grave situation as nightly stone throwing and gunfire target the buildings housing imported labor. The company seeks sheriff aid amid escalating tension.
A fire broke out Thursday night in the Enterprise colliery near Shamokin unknownly igniting in the New York lines area and has burned fiercely since. The mine is owned by W I Connell & Co of Scranton and employs men and boys, with a volunteer force aiding in firefighting efforts.
Dr and Mrs Wm J Workman of Worcester now in Chicago report their ascent of three major Himalayan snow peaks in northern India. The first reached 2170 feet, the second about 22,507 feet, and the third 21,? feet, marking a new world record with Mrs Workman as the sole woman to reach such altitudes.
A consignemtn of real Navajo blankets woven by Navajo Indians is on display at the Star Store on West Washington. The blankets are made in open air by women in home rooms with wool from their own sheep and colors from their own dyes. One large eight by twelve foot blanket reportedly took a year to weave. The colors and designs are original and durable, with many sizes available. About half of the 27 blankets on display had sold by Thursday afternoon. The Star’s exhibit will run through Saturday.
At a public meeting for the League for Honest Election Attorney Raph Talot urged sending 10 rifles to downtown precincts to deter crime on election days. The plan was backed by Reverend Henry W. Pinkham as about seven hundred attendees cheered the idea to protect an honest ballot in the upcoming charter election.
City record lists births deaths and marriages with numerous names and addresses including Marlow Davie Wyatt Bruning Daum Himes Cooper and Polte. It notes building permits for Kingsbury Taggert and others and a New Jersey address for Dipple. Entries show residences on Washington street Twenty-first avenue and related sites with values and construction activity.
The Eagle steel range factory in Shelbyville Indiana was completely destroyed by a Friday morning blaze. Investigators believe an incendiary device started the fire. estimated loss is 16000 dollars with 3500 dollars covered by insurance.
U Thao Meiols of a United States street corporation has secured a meeting next Tuesday of the eastern trunk vice of the Central traffic association to discuss reducing seaboard rates for the company products to win export business. If rates drop, the trust predicts a $5,000 yearly saving. officials estimate a $30,000,000 wave of demand linked to the steel trust plans.
Garfield Major of UW faced Judge Stiles on Friday charged with stealing three bicycles after his alleged plan to transport himself to his sister’s workplace. A resident reported a bicycle found in a yard, with two more located nearby and another recovered the next night. The suspect was observed with a third wheel in his possession. The case notes Major did not violate the law. In Minnesota, Nov 13, the US Circuit Court of Appeals ruled tobacco rust did not breach Interstate Commerce or Anti Trust laws by denying sale to St Paul dealer Joseph F. Whitwell.
A Friday caucus leaves Republicans poised to oppose the administration. Councilman Eppert leads talks to outline policy while party members gather at the city hall. The scene hints at future political clashes following the downtown crush.
New York November 13 The matinee at the Speedway will crown Lou Dillon the 1 58 world champion trotter in a parade to the judge center. Speedway stars will escort the queen of trotters as Alex Newberger chairs the event. Road drivers take pride that the fastest trotter is owned by an Association member and join in the celebration.
In Pittsburg Nav, fifteen members mostly women were dropped from the First Christian Church on Thursday night amid accusations of gossip, gambling, and drinking. Pastor Chas Cowgill announced the church may split, with resignations possible if the division continues. Indignation grows as expelled members threaten to quit. The church is among the largest in the area.
A Panhandle machinist Fréd Wertman was paid four months wages on Thursday and reported losing $100 the next day. The note lists New York Provisions items with prices for pork, sugar, poultry, creamery products, eggs, and dairy goods, reflecting market rates and regional availability. Prices cover pork cuts, sugar forms, turkeys, chickens, eggs, and dairy items with specific per unit costs and descriptions.
Chicago grain futures edged higher with December contracts showing gains in wheat and corn, while oats and provisions also rose. Trading bays noted modest advances across May positions as pork and lard futures moved up.
New York trading steadied with gains in steel and rail shares while London firmness crested. Indiana and Ohio cattle markets showed steady prices as East Buffalo and Cincinnati reported varied livestock receipts and pricing. Chicago grain and freight futures echoed cautious optimism amid broader market shifts.
Indianapolis Board of School Commissioners invites bids for wiring materials and labor for expansions at the Female Training High School in Indianapolis. Bid deposits of 100 dollars with a certified check from a sound bank are required, and bids must be firm and signed within five days after award. the board reserves the right to reject all bids.
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