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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1910
Page
1
A blue ribbon auto race on Long Island claimed three lives and left many hurt as drivers faced a catastrophic incident at the Vanderbilt Cup event. Officials and families await full casualty reports and investigation details.
A New York automobile crash at high speed splits a car into a telephone pole. Ferdinand D Zulva, manager for Pope Hartford, is reported dead in the fatal accident.
A chaotic wreck at Nassau track left numerous mechanicians and drivers injured after cars flipped and collided. Victims include William Bacon and Charles Miller, with others like Ferdinand D Ziova, Morris Levisohn, Henry Hagedorm, and Theodore Gramatti among the injured. several were hospitalized with severe injuries and unclear identities.
The Vanderbilt Cup showcased a dramatic crash filled day as L F Grant in an Alco car won for the second time while Joe Dawson in a Marmon finished second. Dawson’s time was 4 16 23 51 in a fast pace race. Bill Endicott won the Massapequa stakes with 2 18 04. Fatal crashes claimed crewman William Bacon of Columbia 12 and driver Stone when their car flipped. Charles Miller was killed after being hurled from another Chevrolet. a Buick driver was seriously injured. The event drew thousands as chains of accidents and injuries mounted around the track.
Indianapolis merchants prepare for a three day buyers meet October 18 to 20 with a night parade along Broad Ways and Bright Ways featuring illuminated streets and diverse industry representations. A theater party and combined smoker vaudeville are planned for visitors, with plans led by R P Van Camp and Harry T Hearsey.
Washington reports cholera spreading from Russia to Europe prompting renewed port of New York precautions. The article cites Col Roosevelt on Great Lakes sewage, Braddock on sanitation, and Senator Owen proposing a unified national health department to combat bubonic plague and coordinate public health agencies amid fears of interstate water pollution.
Disease reports from Rome indicate increasing cholera cases in the quarter, with health officials urging caution and preparedness as infections spread among residents and visitors. Authorities monitor clinics and issue guidance to reduce transmission.
The article notes Otis was connected to the government printing office and later served as a special treasury agent over the Seal Islands in Alaska. It mentions command of an army corps in the Philippine Islands and his membership in multiple army organizations.
Murphy appears to control the Democratic gathering in Rochester as the party touts a whole-ticket slate. The convention marks a shift with Dix named as the favored candidate, while supporters claim the slate remains disinterested despite evident influence at the final hour.
John McBride former AFL president travels from Columbus to stump for Senator Beveridge praising his labor rights record especially on child labor. He predicts Harmon will lose the Ohio governorship over union labor and liquor fights while Warren Harding’s chances improve. McBride vows to campaign statewide for Beveridge.
The article notes a large flower show in Indianapolis Tomlinson Hall starting Nov 8 led by the Indiana State Florists Association. It highlights major producers and greenhouses in Marion County, with roses carnations and chrysanthemums dominating, and mentions the growing trend toward specialized floriculture and public interest in blooms of larger size and quality. It also details Democratic political intrigue surrounding John A. Dix and related figures in New York State politics.
The ticket lists John A. Dix of Thompson Washington county as Governor with Thomas F. Conway of Clinton county as Lieutenant Governor, Edward Lazansky of Brooklyn as Secretary of State, John J. Kennedy of Buffalo as Controller, Thomas J. Carmody of Penn Yan as Attorney General, John A. Benzel of New York as Engineer and Surveyor, and Frederick K. Collin of Chemung as Associate Justice of the Court of Appeals.
Managing editor reports a dynamite incident caused destruction and a damaged structure with escaping gas noted. The blast heightens tension as conflict between union and nonunion labor broadens, signaling growing industrial strife and safety concerns.
Reports from Palau near Les Espéranás state a firedamp explosion trapped about 100 miners. A special train carrying surgeons and aid has departed for the scene as authorities work to confirm casualties and locate survivors. President Diaz's administration faces inquiries as details emerge from the Mexican mine incident.
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