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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1901

Page

2

Queen Wilhelmina May Seek Divorce Amid Royal Scandal

Amsterdam reports sensational royal scandal with rumors Queen Wilhelmina may file for divorce from Duke Henry of Mecklenburg Schwerin on grounds of cruelty. Claims of mistreatment and a duel involving Maj. Vanilets, plus Kaiser pressure, color the drama as public sympathy shifts toward the queen.

Amsterdam Wilhelmina Henry Meck- Wéhberg-Schwerin Carre Theater Igiter Hague Phéte Maj Vanilets Iusehold Vanlets

Policeman Sherwell Faces Defense Funding Crisis

Evansville Indiana November 9 Patrolman Wilbur Sherwell charged with the murder of Lena Renner and Georgia Bailey showed signs of grief as his attorneys said they must quit the case due to lack of funds. The county may appoint an attorney to defend him as his wife seeks contributions from relatives.

Evansville Ind Wilbur Sherwell Lena Renner Georgia Bailey

Special Train Collides With Freight After Banquet

A northbound special train carrying 145 Knights of Columbus from Syracuse and Oswego struck a rear freight near Tully station at 1 15 am Friday. Twelve injured, six seriously but not fatally. Engineer and fireman jumped to safety as passengers were tossed about. the engine separated from the tender but remained on the rails.

Syracuse N. Y Delaware, Lackawana & Western Railroad Knights of Columbus Oswego Cortland Organization Tully Station

Vanderbilt Names Baby William Henry

Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt announced that his young son, second wealthiest in the world, would be named William Henry after his great grandfather, in New York on Thursday night.

New York Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt William Henry

Yachting Leaders Weigh Gift Yacht for America’s Cup

The Guardian reports prominent yachting figures including Lord Dunraven Sir Thomas Lipton Col McCalmont Sir Edward Sassoon and Col Denny are considering asking the Prince of Wales to accept a new yacht as a challenger for the America’s Cup.

Manchester Eng the Guardian Lord Dunraven Thomas ‘Lipton Col. McCalmont Edward Sassoon Col Denny America

Senator Teller and Gov Thomas Escaped Denver Rail Wreck

U S senator Henry M Teller and former Gov Charles S Thomas were pulled from a Union Pacific Pullman at Julesburg after a through limited wreck caused by a broken rail. Four sleepers were ditched but no serious injuries reported.

Denver Col U.S Henry M. Teller Charles S. Thomas Union Pacific Julesberg Chicago

Horse Bucked Brings Cincinnati Man to Texas Ranch

A Cincinnati visitor in Texas was thrown from a horse and badly injured with his life in danger. He credits Grape-Nuts cereal for saving his stomach and aiding recovery, noting rapid weight gain and improved health after starting the food. Paul Alwin Platz 1906 Mt. Auburn Cincinnati Ohio.

Cincinnati Texas Foog Paul Alwin Platz Mt. Auburn

Mystery acid attack threats in rear alley case remains unsolved

Mrs. Sherman Mobley was attacked in the alley behind 19 N Priest with carbolic acid. Three attempts to burn her eyes were thwarted by instinct and a raised dishpan. She was burned on the breast and face, but survived. Police pursue a hooded suspect amid obscuring clues and alleged notes from a rival woman.

N. Priest Sherman Mobley Egypt Mobley Conger Capt Gerber

Grace oil company strikes an eight inch gusher at Beaumont

Private dispatches announce the Grace oil company brought in an eight inch gusher at Beaumont on Wednesday night. Grace was the first oil company organized in the Beaumont oil field after the famous gusher of January 1900. Its stock boomed among workers and Texas farmers, but investors saw no real returns. the new gusher may revive hopes.

Dallas Tex Grace Oil Company Beaumont Grace Texas

Burglar duo stage piano recital while ransacking Chicago home

Neighbors heard a sentimental ballad concert as two well dressed men played the piano at Wir. Oliphant's Chicago residence and ransacked the house after the family was at the theater. Victims were Mrs. Blanche D. Burlingame and Walter M. Oliphant. losses valued near $4,000.

Chicago Blanche D. Burlingame Walter M. Oliphant Wir. Oliphant Mary McAllister

Walsh Doubts Indianapolis Southern Will Be Built

Chicago leader John R. Walsh, president of the Southern Indiana railroad, doubts the Indianapolis Southern project. He notes his line does not plan to extend to Indianapolis, as coal is delivered locally at 50 cents per ton. Officials in New York and Indianapolis question the route and potential sales to Harriman interests.

John R. Walsh Chicago Southern Indiana Railroad Chicago Dispatch Indianapolis Indianapolis Southern Walsh Terre Haute New York Harriman Lines Harriman Syndicate Miinois Central Indiana Bloomfield Greene County Canal Minors Central Ohio River Brown County Bedford

Mrs. Nancy Griffin 103 Dies in Milburn

Nancy A. Griffin, a Black woman and mother of 18, died in Milburn New Jersey at age 103. Born a slave in Huntsville North Carolina she was freed by General Sherman during his march to the sea.

New York Nancy A. Griffin Milburn N. J Aslave Huntsville N. C Sherman

Dr Buils Cough Syrup Promises Quick Throat Relief

Advertising copy touts Dr Buils Cough Syrup as a remedy for tickling throat sore throat hoarseness and bronchial irritation claiming rapid soothing of all related throat irritations.

Old Nurse for Children Advertisement

An Old Nurse for Children. Mrs Winslow's soothing syrup for teething children soothes the child, softens gums, relieves pain, cures wind colic and diarrhoea. Twenty five cents a bottle. Dr. W. 3. Craig veterinary surgeon treats dogs. Office Wood's Stable. Tel. 1007.

W. 3. Craig Wood's Stable

Indiana Dental College announces patient hours

Indiana Dental College located at S. W. Cor Delaware and Chiosis receives patients from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. offering all kinds of dental work.

Indiana Dental College S. W. Cor Delaware and

Baggage by Special Delivery On New York Central Lines

The New York Central and Hudson River railroad offers through baggage transfer for 50 cents per piece from principal stations to any hotel residence or steamship dock in New York or Brooklyn. Passengers can ask local baggage masters to forward luggage by special delivery to Grand Central and then to the final address.

New York Central & W Hudson River Railroad Company New York Brooklyn Grand Central Station The New York Mail and Express

Monon Route Chicago Return Fare at $7.00

Tickets for the National Live Stock Show are sold for seven dollars each way via the Monon Route. Sales occur December 2, 6, and 4 with final return December 8. All Monon trains stop at Forty-seventh Street in Chicago within five minutes of the Union Stock Yards.

Monon Forty-Seventh St Chicago Union Stock Yards

Real Estate Bargains Highlighted in The Sun

Pages 6 and 7 of The Sun feature pickings of real estate bargains. The listings showcase properties with notable values and potential returns for buyers.

THE SUN

Not Kidnapped Heir Sought by St Louis Merchant

Louis Busch of St. Louis searches for John F. Zimmerman an heir to a German estate. Zimmerman believes he is the son of his uncle Heleman Zimmerman who allegedly kidnapped him in Germany and brought him to the United States. The Indianapolis man born in Wayne County Indiana aged 49 is not to inherit.

Henry Germany Mmna Chicago Louis Busch Dl Priest St. Louis John F. Zimmerman Hleeman Zimmerman Busch Luebecke Minden Joehn Zimmerman America John “Zimmerman Zimmerman Indianapolis Wayne County Indiana

Perry Heath to Run for Utah Senate Says Denver Report

A Denver special quotes a reliable source stating Perry Fleath will publicly announce his candidacy for Utah Senate in a few days. O, L. Williams of Salt Lake asserts there is no doubt Heath is seeking the office.

Perry Fleath Utah O. L. Williams Salt Lake Heath

Printer Joseph Chomel Dies of Consumption

Joseph William Chomel aged 33 died Thursday at 1 30 p m at the home of his parents Georgius and Capitol avenue of consumption. He had avoided the disease for about a year but worked as a printer until two weeks ago. He was a son of Alexander Chomel formerly publisher of the Catholic Record. The funeral will be held from St John’s church at 9 a m Saturday.

Joseph William Chomel Georgiust Capitol-ave Jie Alexander Chomel The Catholic Record St. John’s Church

Cleveland to Leave Room Soon Says Doctor

Ex-President Cleveland continues to gain strength and remains in excellent spirits as doctors anticipate his departure from his room within a few days.

Yook Cleveland

Miners Survive 100 Foot Cage Fall in Lambert Mine

In Pittsburg on November 22 a cage with ten miners plunged 100 feet at the Lambert mine near Uniontown. Peter Babcock Stephen Tohtinski and Vincent Contay were seriously hurt while seven others suffered bruises. Remarkably none were killed.

Pittsburg Lambert Mine Uniontown Peter Babcock Stephen Tohtinski Vincent Contay

Calve Discovers Child Prodigy Edna Darcy for Opera Career

In Los Angeles Calve declares 12 year old Edna Darcy a prodigy with a million voice and perfect stage presence. She plans to train the girl for four years, sending her to a French family in New York then Paris, with a debut as Micaela in Carmen. Edna’s impoverished parents were guests at a Thanksgiving dinner hosted by Mme Claire.

Los Angeles Cal Mme. Calve Edna Darcy Little Edna New York Paris Micaela Carmen Edna Mme Claire

Democrats to hold district banquet in Columbus on January 2

A Jackson day dollar a plate banquet will be hosted in Columbus Indiana on January 2 by local Democrats. It will be a district 4 affair with nationally known speakers invited. Lincoln Dixon of New Albany is expected to become district chairman.

Columbus Ind Lincoln Dixon New Albany

Uniform plan for Findlay students spurs debate

In Findlay Ohio November 29 a uniform proposal gains traction among residents after a truancy case involving Frank Hagerman. He wore ragged clothes and refused school, saying peers mocked him, prompting discussions on standard attire for all boys and girls.

Charity Leaders Push Uniform Dress for School Board Meeting

A bright speaker urged uniform dress in the city and suggested the issue will come before the next board of education meeting. Local charitable supporters received the appeal with interest as the proposal gains attention.

Board of Education

Mrs Mary Hillman Dies at Home After Short Illness

Mrs Mary F Hillman 30 wife of Patrolman Charles Hillman died at 1106 Union Street Thursday night. Two small children survive. Funeral set for Sunday at St Pauls German Lutheran Church.

Mary F. Hillman Charles Hillman Union St St. Paul's

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