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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 25, 1904

Page

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Russians Forge Fight Near Mukden In Close War Action

Cablegrams report Russians attacking two pits on the left center with the center repulsed and the left victorious after hard fighting. Japanese occupy Poutuen as Russians suffer many killed. No general engagement yet, but battle possible as armies press near Mukden. An Altai uprisings rumor claims Kalmak tribes slaughtered led by a prophetic priest Alfred. France backs peace efforts in the Far East and approves any American move toward it. Roosevelt calls for a new peace conference supported by Debeasne and cabinet. Japanese effort to take Port Arthur intensifies under Tokio orders.

Mukden Poutuen France Pease Scripps-Mrae Paris Delcasse Far East Roosevelt M. Debeasne

Taggart Homecoming In Indianapolis Not Discussing Politics

Taggart, visiting Indianapolis to share a Thanksgiving meal with family, avoided political talk. He told reporters the election was over and he would not discuss it, planning to return to French Lick on Friday.

T. Taggert Indianapolis French Lick

Drawn Maces Guard Court as Gipe Trial Opens

Special policemen with drawn maces stood at the court house stairs to hold back crowds awaiting the Haley Gipe trial for the murders of Mollie and Beulah Starbuck. The courtroom was packed as prosecutors pressed a possible plot against Blaine Starbuck, while the defense prepares to argue Gipe’s possible innocence.

New Castle Ind Court House Haley Gipe Mollie Beulah Starbuck Blaine Starbuck Gipe Ialey Gipe

Democrats Should Stand Together Says Senator Mc Creary

Special to The Sun Washington November 3 Senator McCreary Kentucky says the Democratic party needs no reorganization and should stand together to support true democracy. He recalls defeats and recalls 1874 strong enough to elect Tilden and 1888 elect Cleveland, warning Republicans face accountability and noting Kentucky Democrats carried the state with good majorities.

the Sun Washington McCreary Kentucky Ist Horace Samuel J.tilden Grover Cleveland

Break Will Battle Over Dora Stettegest Estate

Laura Bushman challenges a will disinheriting her mother Dora Stettegest in a probate case. The will leaves about $16,000 to a grandson via a trust, with Mrs Bushman alleging the testatrix was of unsound mind.

Laura Bhiche Bush Dora B. Stettegest Bushmar Charles Bush Brewi Stettegester Busha Bushman Charles Bushmas Man Trust Company Gushman

Woman challenges insanity ruling over biscuit firm pursuit

Minnie Jane Carter of Washington says she was falsely imprisoned by a national biscuit company and seeks probate court action to overturn an insanity finding. She claims physicians deemed her sane and plans to sue the company for 100000, naming Judge Walter and clerk, with appeals to Leonard Quill.

National Viscutt Company Walter Minnie Jane Carter Washingtont Walker Leonard Quill Central Hospital National Biscuit Company Uhere

Notorious N Capitol Avenue resort faces bankruptcy filing

A petition filed Friday in the U.S. court by August Tamm lists debt to brewing companies and seeks relief for Avondate Heights venue known for beer, dancing, and a long history of hosting young women. The Sun once attacked the dance hall for its rowdy reputation and drinking scenes.

N. Capitolave the Sun Ates Court Agust Tamm Manapolis Merchane Ais Ssote Capitatave Fred Kisach Sun Avoriete Heights Arel Fair

Phi Delts Banquet At Indiana Frat Meet

At the Phi Delts banquet in Indiana, Friday, a plan to form an interfraternity organization was discussed, viewed as possibly diluting loyalty to personal fraternities. The event featured a large commemorative lodge decoration on the south wall and many distinguished members offered toasts, amid talk of the visitors.

Indiana Phi Deltas To Claypool

Poor Cock Fights At Tudlan tpolis Thanksgiving Day

Reports from Tudlan tpolis and nearby areas describe a Thanksgiving Day event with cock fights that failed to entertain. Attendees watched the birds while other attractions drew crowds for dancing beer drinking and gambling throughout the afternoon and night.

Tudlan Tpolis See Path

Water mains ordered to improve Sugar Grove circulation

The Hoard of works plans to connect dead water mains to restore circulation. They have started laying a main from Ninth to Twenty at Sugar Grove and extend from South to Nineteenth, aiming to repair the network and improve supply.

Maine Sugar Grove Fariro Dexter

Frank McCray Sued for Payment and Contempt in Town

A dispute centers on a claim that Frank McCray received 3 from Mare NM McCray to remove Mire Framers Sweat from a silential item, while Mrs Swatlel reports a Wherry was already delivered. McCray allegedly refused to return it and Mrs Awear, jailed for contempt, faced orders limiting travel of a minor.

Mare NM McCray Silential Swatlel Wiensan McMray Awear Ir Cirent

Councilman Suggests Sewer and Roadway Extensions

Fay Wright has sent formal suggestions to the board of works. He seeks an extension of the apolis varine and proposed West Indianapolis sewer raises. He also notes crogwings on Oliver are draubdle raised and asks the Indiana traction company pose between trucks on Southeast. The board read the suggestions.

Hiviman Fay Wright Board of Works Oliver Indianapolis Rena Traction Company

Police, Dispensary, and Thanksgiving Report

Vague report notes police and medical activity during Thanksgiving week. Eight arrests nationally, mostly minor offenses, and limited ambulance calls noted at a dispensary. Doctors and police reportedly shared Thanksgiving meals.

Man Charged With Assault In Domestic Dispute

John Zollers faces assault and battery charges after a dispute with his wife and children in a domestic setting. Witnesses described physical blows including kicking and striking with a hoe handle. Judge Waillton ordered advisement with habeas corpus proceedings and release on bond.

John Zollers Zollers Vin Waailon

Brother Sentenced for Burglary in Drink-Driven Downfall

A restaurant keeper testifies that his brother Herman Snyder repeatedly stole after drunken episodes and was caught robbing the restaurant. Herman Snyder received a term of two to five years, with the judge remarking drink undermined the man and sentencing him to prison. The defendant shown to the deputies as he was led away.

Terman Snyder Usder Virginiaeave Lae Xenteredd Penitens Mary Ny Jmige Sata Herman Lee Tadge Alton Herman Hi Brother Ali

Men cook their own meals on private railcar trip

Report of a novelty event between Pittsburgh and Newcastle where affluent guests including Adrian Iselin Ernest Iselin and A G Yass cooked Thanksgiving lunch aboard a private B R & P car. Spectators were invited to sample the fare as railroad men watched a kitchen challenge unfold aboard the private car.

Duquesne Lis Thane Here Newcastle

Standard Oil crew in Hartford City report lives of luxury

SPECIAL TO THE at HARTFORD CITY Ind Nov 2 At Johnson and William Rhodes two Hartford City oil men joined Indiana drillers to Rowmanta for Standard Oil company work The men claim they live in style wearing Wilke tailed coats and silk hats off duty They say Indiana friends would not recognize them Their report describes two social castes rich and poor and says Standard pays high salaries to create a flashy image They praise the country as beautiful inexpensive and rich in electricity They claim the region is the greatest place for electricity and influence daily life They are currently at Buslenar district in Roumant

Hartford City Ind Johnson William Rhodes Indiana Rowmanta Standard Oil Company Standard Company Frees Warleg Ter Great Buslenar Bistrict J Trahova Roumant

Strange Court Quarrel Over Noble Blood and Consul Claim

In a distant Jewelled City court Dr George Shimoon a rug dealer and dental student and Dr Samuel Nweeya a noted Indianapolis lecturer are locked in a bitter family feud. Shimoon claims noble Persian blood and a promised consul post while Nweeya denies any noble lineage. Judge McMaster ruled against Shimoon. Both men fear personal violence and a peace bond trial is set for Friday afternoon.

George Shimoon Central Dental College Samuel Nweeya Infianapolis Fie Ferman United States Bhimoon Nweeya Shillivon Noweeya Priday Nwesya Shimoon Diatanuy Shiroon McMaster Shimoun Justice Shepard

Two Burglaries Reported in Peru Hotels and Drug Store

City detectives investigate two break ins on Thursday night. R. Elder of Peru reports entry to his National hotel room with suits clothing and cash stolen, landlady finds items. Joan Navin drug store on 1646 Black et al entered. cash register robbed. thief broke front door. Detectives Lowe and Lancaster head the cases.

R. Elder Peru National Hotel Elder Lowe and Lancaster Joan Navin Blark and &S

Improvement of University Club Remodel Revealed

The improvement committee overseeing the University Club renovations received praise Thursday for the elegant remodeling and furnishings. An informal opening drew many visitors, highlighted by converting the former ballroom on the third floor into well furnished bedrooms. The club has stocked comfort enhancing items for members.

University Club

Water shortage blamed for house fire on Twenty Seventh Street

Chief Coots reported to the Board of Safety that a North Indianapolis home burned Thursday afternoon due to water lack and a shipment failure. An employee’s neglect left the main dry. hydrants and a pressure plug failed, hindering firefighting. Mayor Folhman and Fire Chief Coots seek a formal investigation and a Board of Safety report.

Coots Board of Safety Gavin Water Company Indianapolia F. Davis Peestien Indianapola Seater Company Davin Hieseelaiaian Te Bert Assistantchief Beast Haltey Jay Fifetime Sines Fins Meyor Fohaman Freechief Coota Himen W. Trenty-seventh

Runaway Grocers' Team Smashes Pole In College Avenue Crash

A Grocers' baking company wagon ran away on College Avenue and Twenty-seventh, striking a streetcar pole with the pole breaking and suspending wires. The driver suffered a scalp wound and shock but drove on to the bakery office. A second runaway wagon hit a streetcar near Meridian and Washington, demolishing the wagon. the driver had minor injuries. Horses were unharmed.

Tuam College-ave Twenty-seventh-e Jeft Theorses Grocer Baking Company Thomas Bedfoek Meridian Wasington-ate

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