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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1903
Page
3
A damaged hospital scene depicts plastering falling, pipes leaking and baths overcrowded at a city hospital in wartime disarray. Officials report funding cuts reduce patient care to 12 cents daily as patients endure hazardous conditions and crumbling infrastructure.
A federal court jury of four minutes found Riddy guilty of counterfeiting after evidence included a produced bill. The sentenced man, who admitted guilt but claimed innocence of a specific bill, challenged the judge and officers before the verdict. He faces four years in federal prison for the misdeed.
Report states four Miller family members Jacub Frank Kate Miller and John Miller died after eating poisoned sardines. Prank Slee and an unnamed child survived by refusing to eat. Coroner to conduct thorough investigation into possible can tampering and farm transfer details.
Report from St Louis outlines events as Florence Kiryos and Fannie Ruddy were detained at the request of Laura Jones who accused them of following a man named Wrlethan. Police arrived and found the situation tense but no charges were pressed against the women. The husband of one involved attempted interference and the scene included pistol threats and a brief custody claim.
A rig identified as Strube’s horse and buggy near Topeka is tied to the murder of Mice Heniger. A man answering the description was seen in Tirashesr as Constable Barry heads to investigate following blood spots on the rug at the buggy.
Elizabeth Jones filed a 15000 damages suit after an accident on a transit car step. She contends the car started too soon, throwing her to the pavement and causing bruises and internal injuries as recorded in the clerk and superior court proceedings.
Secretary Shaw received a telegram Saturday announcing the death of his brother D. W. Shaw at Manila Crawford county. He was a banker and had been ill for some time with nervous prostration and a complication of diseases. Secretary Shaw left Washington to attend his brother's funeral.
Walter Bookwalter of Springfield says he respects William Jennings Bryan's suggestion as an ideal Democratic candidate for the presidency. He will not commit until after talks at Holland House on Friday night, stating he is a worker for democracy and would back the candidate who strengthens the party. He hints support for free silver and opposition to protective tariffs.
Senator Albert J. Beveridge will be made an honorary member of Phi Beta Kappa at DePauw University. He will speak at the installation of President Hughes as head of DePauw, a Green Castle. The Phi Beta Kappa society is an honorary fraternity recognizing superior scholarship.
An exhibition at the center showcases a fine collection of decorative items and foreign utensils from Ayah Nasun, highlighting ankimental cupipg and related works. The show runs through December 19.
A broken store building at Henry Unker's shop in Mount Vernon was damaged by burglars trying to blow open the safe. They took five c dollars in cash and a gold watch, then fled across the Ohio River. One killed in explosion in Fort Worth involving a glyerine tank in Swit department plans. Several others injured.
Berlin reports a deadly incident as fifteen fishermen drown after their boat sinks off Heine land. Five survivors were rescued, bringing relief efforts and investigations to determine cause and safety failures aboard the vessel.
The Berurity offles building association of South Bend with head officer in South Bend plans real estate purchases and residence construction. Capital stock $110.00. Edward J. Fogarty mayor of South Bend named as director. The Romana coalitic stone company with offices in Indianapolis increased capital from 520,000 to $180,000 under President Bates and Secretary Bates.
Publication in the North American Review denounces generals Frucke Woot and Wood, alleging instigation by Ruthbane and claims Gen Leonard Wond or Maj Gen Sites FH Runele may leave the army in disgrace. Debates hinge on Wood's Cuba purchase and a $130 repayment, with unclear ties to the ariel events.
A fragmented report notes three government inspectors conducting a post office investigation. Citizens express fatigue and distrust, with locals commenting on the bungling and lack of transparency from postal officials during the probe. November 138 checks discussed, stressing concern over authority and accountability.
A fragmentary report from Vienna describes a case where dissatisfied wives plotted against abusive husbands. Nineteen individuals faced legal actions as investigations unfolded, with one man allegedly harmed fatally. The article mentions a party and a certificate related to a passing event, naming Mun- HNen among those charged.
The garbled report hints at Cy in Chicago tied to Taft era department events and a national show. It mentions state house, reps, and a general warning, with unrest and focus on departmental changes.
A jumble of births deaths and marriages appears with names such as Charles E and Amy Gulley Beatrice Johnson and Jane Bult along with many addresses and partial listings. The item also lists building permits cottage repairs and church notes including Hentzel Universalist Church and various residents and dates.
News from Washington reports Gen. Reyes present as Colombian envoy Germ Teyes arrives Saturday. Teyes rejects discussion of mission while seeking Allied support. U S officials consider possible actions with Latin American partners. In Eluth Mont, soldiers and a sergeant face tensions as tax collection and surrenders overshadow regional politics.
A garbled report mentions Hillsnora near Hight Wiscoverad and several named locals. Names include Miss Marthe McWentwy, Cromt Me, Prather, and Wiad. events touch on a tragedy, a trolley car incident, and a community response with references to colleges, a university, and various places such as Danville, Kya, and Neb.
An OCR snippet discusses candy and sugar as an energy source, claiming ready digestion and health effects. It mentions products like sugar in coffee, berries, breakfast foods, and chocolates. It references Postum Co and a location, noting candies sold by grocers or druggists and a factory at Batus Creek.
A readable OCR fragment lists wholesale prices and items across groceries, meats, dairy, poultry, produce, and fish. It includes oysters, butter, cheese varieties, flour, hides, wool, canned goods, berries, melons, and various meats. Numerous entries name products and rough prices, with scattered figures for oysters, fish, fruits, vegetables, and seasonings.
Dr Miles' Medical Co advertises anti pain pills claimed to prevent headaches and provide fast relief for common ailments. The Elkhart Indiana promotion emphasizes portable use and non narcotic claims, targeting everyday headaches and pains.
An accident at a local facility led to a child dying after a scalding incident. Investigators suspect improper supervision and faulty equipment contributed to the tragedy. Officials urge safety reviews and remind caretakers of mandatory precautions to prevent similar harms.
Fragmented OCR lists a wide array of chemicals and coal related terms, prices, and locations. The garbled text references balsam copavia, potassium iodide, antacite, coke, and coal deliveries with marginal costs. Names of places and figures appear briefly, amid unclear measurements and product notes.
In Indianapolis cattle and hog markets steady to good, with steer and heifer prices showing solid demand. Reference data spans weights from 900 to 1,100 pounds, with common to medium grades and several rail and market notes across Chicago and Cincinnati listings.
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