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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1907

Page

2

Central Trust appointed temporary receiver for Richcreek bank

Judge Lawson Harvey in superior court Saturday morning named Central Trust company and Seth M Richcreek as temporary receivers. Ford Motor Company sought $10,600 in a petition alleging unpaid notes. Hearing delayed to account for new private banking law taking effect Monday. receivership covers Richcreek personal affairs as property becomes asset of the bank.

Richcreek Bank Seth M. Richcreek Lawson Harvey Superior Court Hia William H. Oghern Ford Motor Company Detroit Harvey Riencreek Central Trust Company

Taft to be tightly guarded on Russian visit

United Press reports Secretary Taft will be met by a strong military guard upon arrival in St. Petersburg next Tuesday. Secret police report several terrorism plots, though likely groundless, prompting strict precautions. Fifty soldiers escort the Taft party after a rumored attempt to blow up the train near Ufa.

ST. Petersburg Taft Hem Ufa

Wants to Adopt Her Daughter Fernie 10

Mrs Phoebe Rosier seeks to adopt her daughter Fernie age 10 with juvenile court backing though not sure of consent. Previously unable to support three children, Fernie and siblings were placed with Board of Children's Guardians. Judge Stubbs favors the transfer while Judge Walker of probate court refused to issue an adoption order.

Phoebe Rosier Fernie Walker

International Trust Company Organized on Wind

Attorney General Jackson announced that the International Trust Company was organized on "wind" and accused Brookyln and Borough bank officials of falsifying records and manipulating securities to show a $1,000,000 surplus. Banking Supt. Williams concurs that the merger with the Brookyln and Borough bank was illegal, proposing grand jury investigation.

United Press New York International Trust Company Jackson Brown Lyn and Borough Banks International Company Trust Company Williams Brooklyn and Borough Bank The International

French forces drive back Beni Nassen tribesmen near Adjeroudkiss

Reinforced by artillery, French troops beat off the Beni Nassen tribesmen and allies and chase rebels into the mountains. Heavy losses reported after a fierce engagement at Adjeroudkiss. Since Wednesday’s first attack, natives suffered about 50 killed. twenty villages around Adjeroudkiss burned, by natives or French.

Adjeroudkiss Beni Nassen

Seating party at Day Nursery skating event cited as success

The Day nursery skating party at Washington street Friday afternoon and evening drew about 1,000 attendees and boosted the nursery fund significantly. A grand march opened the evening program with a special program following and Lessle Grds won the mile race in 8:43.

Washington-strink Lessle Grds

Subdue a Prisoner at County Jail After Break-In Attempt

William Kirby, a Black man who stabbed Patrolman William Wilson three months ago, broke his cell furniture and armed with a five foot iron bar forced the door. Deputies Walden and Bicycle Officers Stewart and Mullin overpowered him, took the bar, and placed him in solitary confinement. He had been held pending criminal court trial.

William Kirby William Wilson Kirby Richard Walden Walden Stewart Mullin Wilson

Nightingale Decorated by King Edward for Merit

Florence Nightingale, famed as queen of nurses, receives the Order of Merit from King Edward. At 87, she is the first woman honored with the distinction, previously awarded to 19 eminent men. Nightingale’s career began with care for Britain’s sick poor and extended to reform efforts in nursing and housing to combat poverty.

Sun London Florence Nightingale Edward Order of Merit King Edward the Queen of Nurses Great Britain East Miss Nightingale

Great Livestock Show Opens International Exposition

Prize cattle sheep horses and hogs from nearly every state plus Canada and Europe are shown at Chicago stockyards for the eighth annual international livestock exposition. Some 3 600 animals are on exhibit to the stars and 6 000 in the cars, a 20 percent rise. Emperor William sends 12 German coach horses to compete with U S and Canadian breeds as a 100 strong judging staff determines prizes.

Chicago Canada Europe William America United States

Patrolman Shot by Burglars in Chicago

Patrolman Dennis J. O'Kee was shot while chasing three burglars at 100 Ericave. He had captured one suspect before two others fired, wounding him in the forehead. Three men named Hugh McKay Dick Mathers and John Bates were later captured and O'Keefe's prognosis remained hopeful.

J. O'Kee Ericave Hugh McKay Dick Mathers John Bates O'Keefe

No Yachting Race For Americas Cup Next Year

United Press reports no international yacht races for the Americas Cup will occur next year unless the New York Yacht Club receives an official challenge by midnight tonight. Ten months' notice is required under the deed of gift, with the season closed Sept. 30. Sweden's Yacht Club must decide at a Stockholm meeting whether to challenge for a smaller boat class.

United Press New York New York Yacht Club Swedish Yacht Club Stockholm

Conductor in Waterbury Manslaughter Charge

John Dillon conductor and John Flavin gateman faced manslaughter charges in police court after a trolley car was struck by a freight train killing five. Flavin posted 1000 dollar bond. Dillon remains in custody due to bail default.

United Press Waterbury Conn John Dillon John Flavin Flavin Dillon

Corry Man Found Guilty of First Degree Murder

Mike Holka was found guilty of first degree murder for killing Police Capt. James Meehan in Franklin Pennsylvania. The verdict came Thursday after a trial, and the death sentence is set for Monday, about a week after the crime.

Corry Mike Holka James Meehan Franklin

PILES CURED IN DAYS BY PAZO OINTMENT

Piles cured in six to fourteen days with PAZO OINTMENT promises to cure itching bleeding or protruding piles in fourteen days or your money back. Advertises guarantee and price of 0c.

Indianapolis Women Club Meetings Look Ahead

A dense list of upcoming society club meetings across Indianapolis is outlined. The Indianapolis Literary club plans a Monday session with Henry M. Dowling presenting a paper on foreigners’ view of Americans. Other groups include Woman's Research, D A R, Culture Club, Late Book Club, Principals' Club, Fortnightly Literary, Aftermath, and Indianapolis Woman's club with topics on domestic science, magazine reading, public libraries, and Shaw's works.

Indianapolis Literary Club Henry M. Dowling Woman's Research Club Amog Kk. Sldowell Marion Harland O. M. Pruitt David Ross John K. Jones Valentine Leonard Arthur St. Clair Munday Elizabeth DeFrees Blacherne Virginia Morse Earle Indianapolis Imperial Hotel McGammon Jane Ford Smock New Jersey-st Elizabeth Stuart Phelps Fred Eppert Moritz Reutlinger Pilgrim Chamber Indianapolis Woman's Club Propylaeum George Bernard Shaw Carey Irvington McGaughey

Amateurs stage lively farce In the Sleeping Car

Dramatic club held Friday night at the Propylaeum to a well attended audience. The program opened with a monologue Jamie Morrison by W B Wheelock. Cast earned praise for performances including Miss Caroline Marom Miss Jane Graydon Joseph Hall Waite Colgan Harvey Elam Frederick Beck and Dr William Dillon Hecker. An informal dancing party followed at the Danoe club arranged by Mr and Mrs Trafford B Tallmadge for Sigma Nus and guests in honor of Thomas Pickles of Richmond Kentucky who visited Indianapolis for the Hoosier Sigma Nu rally and left Saturday for Kentucky.

Dramatic Club Propylaeum William Dillon Hacker Samuel Johnston Frank Nicols Lewis Gaylord Hawkins Raymond Newcomb W. B. Wheelock Jamie Morrison Caroline Marom Jane Graydon Joseph Hall Waite Colgan Harvey Elam Frederick Beck William Dillon Hecker Trafford B. Tallmadge Sigma Nus Danoe Club Thomas Pickles Richmond Indianapolis Pickles Kentucky

Mr and Mrs Springer Wedding Honor Obvious Note

Mr and Mrs J W Hewitt of N Delaware St will host informal friends Saturday evening to celebrate the marriage of William Noble Springer to Mrs. Springer who wed this Wednesday.

Springer J. W. Hewitt N. Delaware St William Noble Springer

Upsilon Tota Sorority Dance At Brenneke's

The Upsilon Tota sorority held an informal Friday evening dance at Brenneke's with college and fraternity pennants. Members listed include Jessie Ducknall Madge Brokow Edna Robertson Corinne Welling Catherine Littell Frances Howe Jessie Anderson Helen Laird and Margaret Brundage. Chaperones were Mr and Mrs Lemuel Brundage. The St Marys of the Woods club hosted Friday entertainment by Miss Helen Daily of Lexington with club officers assisting.

Upsilon Tota Sorority Brenneke's Jessie Ducknall Madge Brokow Edna Robertson Corinne Welling Catherine Littell Frances Howe Jessie Anderson Helen Laird Margaret Brundage Lemuel Brundage ST. Mary’s-Of-The-Woods Helen Daily Lexington

Mrs J H Borum Hosts Dinner for 12 at Woodruff Place

Mrs J H Borum entertained twelve friends Friday evening at her Woodruff Place home. Palms, ferns and flowers decorated the rooms creating a festive atmosphere.

J. H. Borum Woodruff Place

Langtry Samuel Wedding Set for Tuesday in Christchurch

The marriage of Miss Meda Anna Langtry, daughter of Mrs Allan Langtry, to Alexander A Samuel will occur Tuesday in Christchurch. A supper for a few friends will follow the ceremony at 132 S Sixteenth Street hosted by the bride’s mother.

Meda Anna Langtry Allan Langtry Alexander A. Samuel Christchurch

Miss Ruark and Huffman Wedding Planned at Home

Miss Flossie May Ruark will wed Edward Huffman Wednesday at her parents J. T. Ruark residence. Edith Feldkamp hosts a shower for Miss Genevieve Maine who will marry Eugene Goodwin Rexford on December 11. Florence Waldorf hosts matinee for Miss Maine next day. Propylaeum offers a children’s party December 28. Flower Mission ball set for Tomlinson hall Tuesday evening.

Miss Ruark Flossie May Ruark Edward Huffman J. T. Ruark Maine Edith Feldkamp Genevieve Maine Eugene Goodwin Rexford Florence Waldorf The Flower Mission Tomlinson Hall

Deaf Mission Preacher to Speak at St Alban’s Sunday

The Rev. Austin W. Mann of the Deaf Mute mission work of the Episcopal church will officiate and preach using manual language at St Alban’s mission Christchurch on Sunday December 8. Holy communion is to be administered at 10 30 a m. An evening service will follow.

Austin W. Mann Episcopal Church St .Alban’s Mission Christchurch

Army Navy Game Draws Big Philadelphia Crowd

United Press reports a near sellout 25,000 grandstand seats at Franklin Field for the Army Navy clash, with officials predicting around 30,000 on hand. West Point is slight favorite at 10 to 9 as both teams cite fitness and a bid to avenge last year’s Annapolis defeat.

Washington Army Navy New York West Point Annapolis

Exodus From Capital For Army Navy Game

Washington officials rush to the football game as the army navy clash draws a large turnout headed by Secretary Metcalfe and Acting Secretary of War Oliver. The Navy department head from Annapolis and several generals and diplomats join the exodus to the Quaker City for the annual brain and brawn contest.

Capital Washington United Press Army Navy Quaker City Admiral Dewey Annapolis Navy Department Metcalfe Oliver Newberry Murray Elshire Sharpe Gem Allen Wilson

Girl Released From Prison After Six Months

Helen Dixon, held for six months for embezzling church funds where she served as treasurer, walked from Bloomington county jail. Friends met her at the gates and a delegation from the Iceal Woman's club said a job had been secured for her through their efforts. State leaders weighed in during her probationary expiation for a crime said to aid a spendthrift relative.

United Press Bloomington Ill Helen Dixon Iceal Woman's Club Illinois

City Births and Deaths in Local Record List

City Record lists births at multiple addresses including Wahl, Barnes, Gill, Buck, Rainbit, Whenoon, Simms, Ballenger, Jarrett, Greenfield, Hoffmeister, and others with twin birth noted. Deaths include Calheon, Hart, Ross, Cunningham, OBrien, Massey, Blake with ages and causes such as meningitis, rheumatism, heart disease, kidney issues, tuberculosis, and broncho pneumonia. Marriages and building permits appear with several names and a home permit for a dwelling at 716 8. Nobte.

Anthony B Gertrude Wahl E. Morris-st John Caroline Barnes Rembrant-st Edward and Bonnie Barnes Dexter-st Biner Gertrude Buck Fern- Way-st Julia Gill N. Tacomaave Rollie Dollie Rainbit E. Seventeenth-st Cornelius F Tona Whenoon Parker Ave Irl John and Gertrude Simms Oxford St D. H Margaretta Ballenger E. Twenty-fourth-st Willian Ophelia Jarrett W. Washington St Charles and Rose Greenfield Wheeler St Williamm O Anna Hoffmeister Robert Calheon

Presbyterian Men Meet in Indianapolis Banquet

The Presbyterian Brotherhood of Indianapolis held a Friday evening banquet at First Presbyterian church with 160 members in attendance. Henry M. Wowling presided as discussions arose about holding a union brotherhood meeting on Sunday. Officers elected include H. M. Dowling president W. C. Hall vice president Charles A. Terebaugh secretary Edwin A. Henderickson treasurer J. L. Clough head of publicity R. B. Hilleary department of religious work and education O. M. Fowler department of fellowship J. L. Kingsbury department of organization.

Presbyterian Brotherhood of Inedianapolis First Presbyterian Church H. M. Dowling W. C. Hall Charles A. Terebaugh Edwin A. Henderickson J.L. Clough R. B. Hilleary O. M. Fowler J. L. Kingsbury

Lockout Decides Duluth Builders Strike Stand

Duluth Minnesota building contractors vote to enforce a general lockout starting next Monday amid a bitter stand with the Duluth building trades alliance. A strike occurred on two projects over nonunion workers, and federated trades unions now back the builders, with potential wider industry support anticipated.

Duluth Minn Duluth Building Trades Alliance Strik Federated Trades Unions

Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges Promise Quick Gas Relief

An advertisement extols Stuart's Charcoal Lozenges as absorbing gas in the stomach, purifying blood and breath, improving appetite and complexion, and offering a free sample. It urges immediate trial and claims strong purifying effects from willow charcoal and honey. Readers are invited to send name and address to F. Stuart Co. for a free sample.

Stuart F. Stuart Co Stuart Bldg M Mich

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