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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1902

Page

2

Frick to Build University to Outrank Carnegie

Pittsburg news reports Henry Clay Frick plans to donate a university to outrival Andrew Carnegie’s Polytechnic School. He will furnish site and endow the institution with 2,500,000. Architects are abroad designing what would be the era's most elaborate educational buildings.

Pittsburg Henry Clay Frick Polytechnic School Andrew Carnenegie Frick Mr. Carnegie Carnegie Skibo Pittsburo Carnegie ‘Institute Institute Technical School

Gypsy the Elephant Kills Keeper on Circus Train Wreck

In early reports from Savannah, a W. H. Harris circus train at Tifton collided with a steam engine, smashing animal cars including Gypsy the elephant. Keeper James O’Rourke attempted to calm her but was killed when Gypsy attacked him. The elephant fled into nearby woods and was later shot and killed near Valdosta.

Savannah Tifton W. H. Harris Boyle Gypsy James O'Rourke Himgelf Valdosta O'Rourke

Salesmen Trials Show Grape-Nuts Aid Digestion

An old Philadelphia traveler recounts road life woes from irregular hours and bad meals. He credits Grape-Nuts with curing indigestion headaches and restoring appetite, weight, and complexion. Many salesmen reportedly favor Grape-Nuts at hotels, praising its digestibility and taste.

Philadelphia Reir Postum Bate

Weather and Wardrobe in a Wet Monday

A rainy Monday mood pervades as shoppers lament wet footwear and umbrellas. Clerks note heavy rain, old coats giving way to new Mackintoshes, and a shift toward cheap umbrellas for daily use while durable silk and crook-handled designs fade in popularity.

A Show of Linen Prices at Under-Price Store

Tuesday sale at Cash & Dove 352 354 356 358 Massachusetts Ave offers linen bargains. 2 yards wide satin damask at 75c per yard, 1.50 value. 2 yards wide at 69c. knotted fringe towels 22x46 25c. 60c linen towels 22x46 48c.

Cash & Dove Massachusette Ave

Cooler Tuesday Expected Clear and Cold Weather

Weatherman Blythe forecasts a cool Tuesday with possible morning rain. He notes pleasant days in October and this month, and says Thanksgiving should bring cool weather though exact Thursday conditions are uncertain.

Allery Fails Third Airship Flight in Cincinnati

Charles M. Allery, inventor of the airship, made a third unsuccessful attempt to fly Sunday in Cincinnati. The craft collapsed and he fell hard, but the fall was cushioned by bowed strips. He vowed to learn from failures and predicted flying machines will grow popular in a few years as automobiles are today.

Cincinnati Charles M. Allery

English Duke's Son Marries Doukhobor Plow Girl

Arthur Fortesque, nephew of the duke of Portland, renounces English luxury to wed Olga Varnihoff, a Doukhobor plow girl in Manitoba. He joins the Russian community, surrenders wealth and title prospects, and vows lifelong loyalty to their way of life.

Quebec Arthur Fortesque Duke of Portland England Manitoba Olga Varnihoff Doukhobor Oxford

Fair Dancer Dies in Lover's Arms

Kathyrine Ruhl a 16 year old daughter of John Ruhl of 349 Hanover Street died Sunday from congestion of the lungs after a heavy cold and fatigue from dancing. She collapsed during the last dance in the arms of her lover Herman Lobe as a physician rushed to aid her but she died in his presence, leaving a gloom over the merry crowd.

Hamilton Kathyrine Ruhl John Ruhl Hanover St Herman Lobe Kathyrine Lobe

Organ Installed Split Shakes Broadway Church Vote

In Broadway Christian Church a bitter vote ended 361 to 202 in favor of installing an organ. The decision splits the congregation with many members joining a city church that lacks an organ. Rev. McGarvey and other leaders lead the secession. timing for the organ installation is unclear. Manilla reports farmers struggle to hire hands to husk corn.

Broadway Christian Church Mc. Garvey

Famous Dyspepsia Tablets touted as cure all

Advertised Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claim rapid relief for indigestion with many testimonials. Citizens from Wisconsin New Jersey Minnesota Cadillac and Port Murray report good results and urge others to try the remedy priced at 50 cents a package. The letters say it cures various stomach troubles and is recommended by physicians and druggists.

Stuart James Yemmeister LacCross Wis Jacob Anthony Portmurray New Jersey M.K. West Preston Minn Agnes K. Ralston Cadillac Mich

Busy social whirl fills Brenneke's and clubs

The Ariel club dances at Brenneke's Tuesday night while Mrs. Frank H. Carter hosts a card party for Mrs. John W. Cooper Saturday. St. Joseph training school and St. John's social clubs plan card and meetings this week. Miss Marta Bradley and Howard Ferger set December 1 for a home wedding at 704 Capitol Ave. Lathrops visit Greensburg for Thanksgiving. Flower mission fundraiser and Dramatic club season opener at Propylaeum feature The Secret Agent. Dean's Cintemnt promoted as skin cure.

Ariel Club Brenneke’s Frank H. Carter John W. Cooper St. John’s Marta Bradley Alabama-st Flower Mission Propylaeum Dramatic Club

Missing Omaha cashier linked to possible foul play

Frank K. Roberts, cashier of the Pacific Express in South Omaha, has been missing for a week amid rumors of foul play. After leaving Boyd's theater with Dr. J. Jaycox, Roberts was last seen boarding a westbound car near Far Nam and Harney. Checks found his accounts balanced with 15 days salary unpaid. no trace of him after a week. Roberts, 27, blonde, 5 feet 4 inches, 135 pounds, was last seen near his lodgings at Twenty-third and 1st Streets.

Omaha Neb Frank K. Roberts Pacific Express Company South Omaha Roberts Dr. J. Jaycox Boyd Fourteenth Mharney-Sts Jaycox Roberta

Bargains in Upright Pianos at Ralawin’sa

Slightly used upright pianos offered at Ralawin’sa. Local shop advertises affordable instruments with attention to condition and value for buyers seeking reliable entry level and mid range pianos.

Baldwin's Baldwin

Students Fare Notice for 150 Mile Round Trip

The notice offers one and one third fare for round trips within 150 miles. Tickets go on sale November 26 and 27 with a final limit November 28. Rates apply to students at similar prices to all points to cover the vacation period upon proper certificate.

Pennsylvania Lines Thanksgiving Excursion Tickets

Nov 26 and 27 excursion tickets sold to stations on Pennsylvania lines within 15 miles, good for return until Nov 28. Special rate tickets for teachers and students going home for Thanksgiving upon presentation of proper certificates. Inquire of agents.

Pennsylvania

Thanksgiving Rates Across 150 Miles Offer Special Tickets

Prices apply for travel to all points within 150 miles of the selling point with return validity until November 28. Special rate tickets available upon presentation of proper certificates to teachers and students returning home for the Thanksgiving holiday. Inquiries should be made with agents.

Liner Ad Sought for THE SUN Office Address

Readers are invited to place a concise liner advertisement to appear in THE SUN. Send copy to THE SUN office at 121 123 IS Ohrost or call either listed telephone numbers 880 for details and booking.

SUN Office

New Bedford Man Arrested in Jack the Grabber Case

Frank H. Cook, a respected young man, was arrested in New Bedford on charges of being Jack the Grabber, the city’s nightly assailant targeting women. Identified by several victims, Cook’s family background and residence are noted, while sensational details are pared for a cautious public notice.

Jack Vic Cook Henry C. Cook Millar

We Charge 10c for a Shave at Phoenix Barber Shop

A terse notice from The Sun promotes a 10 cent shave at Phoenix Barber Shop located at 158 E Market St. It asserts the service is as good as any shave anywhere. The ad lists phones 890 and office at 121 123 E Ohlo and warns not to waste old articles.

Phoenix Barber Shop E. Market St Gentla E. Ohlo

Death claims Mrs. Martha Carr after paralysis stroke

Mrs. Martha E. Carr 76 wife of Ro land Carr insurance solicitor for John Waber died early Monday at their Windsor home from a stroke of paralysis suffered a week earlier. She belonged to the Meridianst M E church and had lived in the Windsor apartments for 20 years.

Martha E. Carr Roland Carr John Waber Windsor Meridianst M. E. Church

Menon accommodation trains schedules change notice

Effective Sunday November 21 the Nos 9 and 10 accommodation trains will run daily. The notice invites advertising for help room rentals and items for sale. Submit inquiries to THE BUN at office 121 136 Ohio Street.

Menon

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