Tariff Pledge Under Republican Hope in 1908
Special to The Sun outlines a Republican push for tariff revision after the 1908 election. It argues party leaders seek a firm pledge to revise duties, with many stand patters wary but ready to support action if commitments are clear. Prominent figures and Massachusetts Republicans are highlighted as driving forces toward revision to avoid electoral defeat.
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Sun
Washington
Congress
Party
Madera
House
Ways and Means Committee
Wixtieth Congress
Massachusetts
Douglass
Whitney
Conkreas
Thome
Republica Party
Republican Congress
Custom
Burrows
Big Four Faces Inquiry Over Rail Car Use Claims
A conference involving representatives from the Big Four railway, the BE and T, and the Thdmans Railroad Commission met on Wednesday to discuss car distribution. BE and T and Southern Indiana accuse Big Four of diverting cars to other trade branches. Big Four offered no denial but requested time to respond.
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Big Four Railway Company
Thdmans Railroad Commission
Terra Haute
Southern
Indiana
Big Four Comppany
Big Four
Promis
Brother of Coe to Offer Plea in Habeas Case
Cephas Coe alias Bob Coe, cousin of Jesse Coe the fugitive murderer, seeks a writ of habeas corpus for release from Marion county jail. He faces a five year old charge tied to a hog incident in Monroe County Kentucky. Judge Henry Clay Allen of the circuit court set next Saturday for a hearing.
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Kentucky
Cephas Coe
Bob Coe
Jesse Coe
Charles Russell
Coe
Henry Clay Allen
Etranic Court
Harahan Makes Early Railroad Appointments
President J. T. Harahan of the Winoje Central railroad announces his first two selections. W. J. Smith becomes general agent with Memphis headquarters and the title assistant to the president south of the Ohio. Louis R. Fritch is appointed assistant to the president with oversight of the northern and western lines.
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Scrippe-McRae Press Association
Chicago
J.T. Harahan
Winoje Central Railroad
W. }. Smith
Memphis
Ohio River
Grand jury indicts suspect in assault case in Atlanta
Seripse Memo Press Association reports Judge Hearn convened a grand jury in Atlanta to indict Jos Glenn for the assault on Mrs. J. F. Camp. The suspect was identified by the victim and, if convicted, authorities plan to seek hanging as punishment on Friday.
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Seripse-Memo Press Association
Atlanta
Hearn
Jos Glenn
J. F. Camp
Teint
Tim
Death of a Saloon Keeper Sparks Insurance Reform
Chicago reports that on suggestion by Colorado insurance chief EE Rittenhouse the National Convention of Insurance Commissioners orders all insurers to publish a call for warlike assets and resolutions. Michael Trangott, 36, saloon keeper of Minels and Merrillats, died Tuesday at home from heart disease, leaving a widow and two children.
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Scrippr-Mechae
Chicago
EE. Rittenhouse
Colorado
National Convention of Insurance Coramisainners
Gan Brancheco
Traugott
Michael Trangott
Iminels and Merrillats
West-side hay market knife attack sparks manhunt
Frank Hartsock, a white worker, was cut on the face by Stephen Murrell, a Black man, during a market dispute over coin selection. Murrell escaped as officers hunted the western city area for him. Hartsock said the confrontation began over coin and escalated when Murrell drew a knife and struck.
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Allray
Frank Hartsock
Stephen Murrell
Murrell
Hartsock
W. H. Graham
Dexter
N. Alibama Sr
Nekro Bee
Hartaock
Wartsock
Hone
City to seek reversal in market house case
Attorney M. Bachelder plans an amended complaint in credit court to challenge Judge Henry Cley Allen’s ruling that the city may use the market house site for a coliseum and city hall. A Supreme Court reversal is sought after a demurrer is sustained, with appeals anticipated.
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Brehelder
Josaph Cook
Colissum
Market House
Mys
Gato Supreme Court
Henry Cley Allen
Bachelder
Credit Court
Coliseum
Allen
Three Men Knocked Out on Crowded Street Fatal Result
Houston report details J J Hutt defending a woman when three assailants attacked on a busy street. Hutt struck them, knocking all three unconscious. One assailant C Alden died soon after. others were listed in serious condition. Police investigation ongoing.
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Scrippe-MeRee Press Accoristion
Houston
Tex
J. J. Hutt
Dersegutor
Alden
Presbyterian Brotherhood Forms Moral Guiding Motto for Public Trust
About 1,000 Presbyterian ministers and laymen gathered for the first convention of the Presbyterian Brotherhood to unite men’s organizations in the church. Delegates from all regions discuss moving church work from pastors to lay members, aiming to guide officeholders with the motto service to humanity and the greatest good for the greatest number.
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Presbyterian Brotherhood
Presbyterian Church Inian Brotherhood
Farailiva
H.R Johnson
Vandegrift
Henry & Osborne
Chicago
Denison Hotel
United States
Deninon
Yinto
Niger
Omer
Tein
Platon
Solish
President Castro Reported Dead In Venezuela Crisis Tale
Report from Willemstadt dated November 1 claims President Castro of Venezuela is dead and government conceals it to stay in power. The piece notes Castro’s harsh rule, clashes with Britain Germany and France, and alleged abuses of American citizens while amassing wealth from a salary of 12,000 a year and other properties.
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Reviope-MeHine
Willemstad
Curseno
Castro
Venezuela
Itvelt
Cipriano Cast
Ag Ine'ath Andrade
Great Britain
Germany
France
M.talgny
Charge D'Astaires
Caracas
Monroe Des
Exposed 10 Frosts Freealig Boy Hurled From Freight Train
Herbert Ferris a Meyears-olt boy from near Indianapolis was removed to City hospital after severe exposure and injuries from a freight rail incident near Bedford. Surgeons report three broken ribs and other serious wounds with death feared due to exposure. Police say the boy, an orphan, had been working near Bedford and may have fallen or been thrown from the train toward Indianapolis.
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Herbert Ferris
Waa
St. Paul
Mid
Iad
Weri Ria
Uindlanapolis
Indianiapolis
Bedford
Board votes Friday on exams and grades
A local medical board plans a Friday meeting to determine grades for students recently examined in physiology. The agenda centers on finalizing assessments and any outstanding issues from the Lexan Neenser examinations.
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Biate Board of Medical
Weather Forecast Update For Midweek Snow Expected
United States weather bulletin predicts rain of snow Wednesday night and Thursday with warmer temperatures later. Technical forecast notes potential evening changes and local timing adjustments in the affected area.
Metzger to Face a Special Judge in Dated Hearing
Chief of Police Metzger faces a special judge as proceedings shift venue from the criminal court. Judge Fremont Alford plans to announce the chosen trial judge on Thursday morning. Attorneys for Chief Metzger request a change citing alleged bias and delay in the Sherrisk case.
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Alford
Fremont Alford
Bax
Dudige
Mevullaugh
Jadie Alford
Ruth
New
Jude Alford
Dee. A
Petey Ypaun
Fire damages dwelling of ALG Cleary in 1939 incident
A fire damaged the dwelling of ALG Cleary on Wednesday, causing about 280 dollars in damage. Firefighters arrived as the blaze gained headway and limited further destruction though the origin remains undetermined.
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Alg. Cleary
Hoytanes
Grand Jury to Probe City Affairs May Shift to Special Hands
A grand jury inquiry into City affairs including conduct of Councilmen and the railway franchise is set to proceed. Judge Fremont Alford may appoint a special prosecutor to direct questions to each indicted official, with Deputy Taylor Groninger in charge while tensions from recent elections linger. Several councilmen say they will answer questions, though they oppose the court’s influence over investigations and anticipate a crowded docket before key Rayne and J & E matters are tackled.
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Darry
1 & BK. Railway Company
Fremont Alford
Caer
Alford
Taylor Groniger
Mr. Groninger
Grand Jury
Charles P. Benedict
Rayne
Suit Filed for Receiver of Co-Operative Coal and Sea Co
Robert Keller seeks a receiver for the Co-Operative Coal and Sea Company claiming it conducts business at a loss, cannot pay interest on its preferred stock, and is not currently operating. The filing outlines grounds for court intervention and asset preservation.
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Robert Keller
Co-Operative Coal Ant Sea Company
Josa
Vandalia Railway Contract Faces Board Victory In Indiana Race
Plurality nears 31 000 as Vandalia Railroad seeks to build 1% tracks to Lelmontave transfer yards and elevate them. Officials await secretary of state review before final signing while Indiana political figures anticipate outcomes across Laporte and Marion counties amid World’s Fair prep at St Louis.
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Vandalia Railroad Company
Board of Futile Works
Seroia
Chey
Laporte
Sluta
Fred Sime
Oly
Joseph
Atubbs
Oncor Hadley
Bureau of Statistics
Tion
A. C. Alexander
Marlon
Hadley
Alexander
Indiana Cumming
St. Loui
Mme Lu
Alexander Hi
Cortelyou Safe Cabinet Officer Could Be Worthy Choice
Indiana bankers gather at the annual session as Jance Monyhan of Orleans signals Cortelyou as a fit secretary of the treasury. Debates center on Roosevelt’s trust in Cortelyou, with endorsements from bankers like Tang and Church praising his rapid rise and capability.
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Roosevelt
Theodore Roocevelt
Indiana Hawkers’ Association
Minda
G Tang
South Heo
St. Juceptt Loan and ‘Front Company
Treant
George B. Cortelson Lo
United States
Trenaury
Cortelyan
Brs
Nlt
Hin. Syevess
Sitlin
McKinley
J ‘Veng
Cortelyou Han
United States Treasury
Cortelyou
Church
Muncie
Te Helaware County National Bank
Leenry
Carrelyon
Mr. Cortelya
Treasury
Ark Cartat
Fehl
Preston Mekine Tey
Jonee Monyhan
Orleans
Citizens Bank
Hoosevelt
Monyhan
Cortelynu
Theodore Roosevelt
Hole Cause Leads to City Suit for Damages
Rahart KE Tawset sued the city of Indianapolis for 19000 damages claiming a viruk file incident while driving. He asserts he was seriously hindered by a long Crown from the war. Date and full details are unclear.
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Rahart KE. Tawset
Indianapolis
Indianapolis Sleuths Seek Murder Suspect Across Border
Detectives from Indianapolis and Kentucky chase Jesse Coe in a widening county-wide search. Sheriff Bryant of Monrose County plans to press for requisition papers as investigators describe a ridge of dense brush where Coe might hide, while monitoring sightings and urging vigilance.
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Sheri Bryant
Jesse Coe
Mamming
Lee
George Rangkio
Indianapalis
Hrsant
Manning
Bannels
Bryant
Cov
Hanty
Cephan Coe
Peero Thuratay
Reverend Charles Stelyn Seoville to Speak at Armory Meeting
Evangelist Charles Stelyn Seoville will address a large Wednesday night gathering at the city armory on Thirteenth at Awkland Avenue, focusing on The Unpardonable Sin. The revival efforts in Christian churches across Indianapolis continue to draw crowds and conversions.
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Indiana Bartere’ Association
Ehaypont i Hotel
Mtternoin
Rankalter
Hneh
Dougherty
Indianapolis Clearing Hoad Association
Walter Honner
Thin Nation Bank of Greensnurn
CH. Mirch
Muttele
Allen My Fleten
Hinisey
Do A. Coulter
Much Dougherty
Powell
WI. O'Matn
W.W. Hoaner
Luptnn
Charles Stelyn Seoville
Awkland-ave
Local druggist J H Keenan dies at 63
Well known city drug clerk and former city dispensary employee J H Keenan died at 11 o clock Tuesday night at 705 Tremont Ave after a cerebral hemorrhage. A native of southern Indiana, he had long served Browning and Sloan on West Washington and ran a Tremont Avenue drug store. He leaves a widow and two children.
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Jewes H. Keenan
Rugeia
N. Tremont
Avns
Keenan
Browning & Sloan
W. Washington
Michigan-st
Holteman
Tremontave
Indiana
Prince
When Does Judge Fremont Alford's Term End
The article discusses the timing of Fremont Alford's term as Marion County criminal court judge amid debates over an 1900s law. It notes uncertainty whether terms end Jan 1 or on the election day, with commissions issued for immediate start and a reconsideration of the attorney general's prior constitutional interpretations. The question has sparked statewide comment among judges and lawyers.
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Dors
Fremont Alford
Marion County Criminal Court
James A. Pritohawy
Pliny
Wenl
Supreme Court
Aptis
Pritehard
Stiste
Jide Pritehard
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