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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1904
Page
3
An older advertisement-style piece links October’s cooler weather to clogged kidneys and skin troubles, urging Peruna as a gentle tonic to stimulate kidney liver and bowel function. It cites symptoms like puffiness, sallow skin, backache, colds, and constipation and promotes early use. A sample testimonial from Margaret Hueston claims quick relief and lasting cold resistance after Peruna use.
The Indiana yearly meeting of Friends closed near Richmond and adjourned for next year. Ira Johnson was named superintendent of evangelical work to replace J. H. Binford due to health. Friends plan to urge Gov. Durbin to endorse divorce reform. In Hancock County Republican ticket was nominated. Prosecutor Ora Heyer, Treasurer J. J. Hendy, Sheriff David T. Wynn, Surveyor Charles M. Mogie, Coroner Dr. E. R. Sisenn, Commissioners R. B. Binford and Gupt(e) Schramm. Congressman Watson spoke to a cheering crowd.
Clinton Ind Oct 4 Nuke Slavi shot and killed James Petri during a hunt near Clinton. Grief drives Slavi toward insanity as arrangements are made for transfer to an Indianapolis insane asylum. Also from Greensburg Oct 4 a campaign drum from 1860 used in the John J Griffiths meeting is described as 44 years old and repeatedly carried in campaigns. Bedford and Huntington items report court actions and a death investigation in which Mrs. Sprowl was found dead with a bullet wound. authorities tell of a lack of strong evidence for a warrant.
Greenfield Indiana Oct 4 blooded stock in Hancock County is noted as among the best in the state with shipments nearly daily to buyers in Louisiana and elsewhere. Prominent breeders include Denny, L. Baits, R. H. Binford, TR. Hoss, Ora Snyder, PLF McCerty, William Furry, and others raising Herefords Poland Chinas Hamp shire and fine horses. Also mentions prize winning poultry and high grade poultryists.
Special to the Bun reports Mrs. Mary Menges, age noted, killed herself at her granddaughter’s Richmond residence. She hung from a rafter after preparing via bath, new dress, and careful toilet arrangements, then secured a rope to complete the act.ей
A Detroit freight handler was sealed inside a Michigan Central refrigerator car for three days after a door was locked during loading for Chicago. He pounded and finally was freed in Laporte as he nearly died from exposure and neglect.
Indiana University students offer free haircuts to peers triggering nightly clashes between sophomores and freshmen. Clippers are secured by both sides and victims report hair clipping incidents. President Bryan is expected to attempt to stop the activity.
A Richmond area dam plan, county court docket, and a Sunday reunion mark Indiana notices. Local figures include William Murphy of Conneraville dead, John W. Kornaneake in Flat Rock, and a Greenfield to New Castle move. A variety of incidents from burglaries to bonds, a bank opening, a tax filing, and a prophecy headline a broad set of items.
Special to the Sun from Martinsville reports Indiana National Guard Company K moved its armory, Mrs. Walter Dobbs was buried from consumption, Rev. W. A. Serrell of Dallas is visiting Martinsville, a republican speech in Indianapolis draws attendees, and Harry Ewing and Lins Robinson of Greenwood wed at a minister’s home.
A reader describes dizzy spells and heart palpitations as cries for help and credits Dr Miles Heart Cure with a full recovery after a few weeks. The testimonial notes relief from chest pressure shortness of breath and fainting sensations and promises money back if the first bottle fails to help.
Mrs A G Coldwell of Parkersburg travels from Cincinnati to Indianapolis to reunite with her husband, crippled by business troubles and illness. Relatives in Indianapolis sent money, and local authorities arranged aid. She plans to visit in Cincinnati early next week after learning his health issues in Ohio.
A Lake Michigan murder case unfolds as George Mast, a fisherman from Sturgis, testifies about a strange launch with two men seen at sea. The tale describes a rowboat, landings near a pumping station, and the unidentified woman's body later recovered near South Haven. Detectives link the two men to a homicide plot.
Clarence M Dale, assistant to Thomas A Edison, died in Orange New Jersey after seven years suffering from X-ray exposure. He endured severe medical effects, hair loss and progressive disintegration of his left hand despite repeated experiments and medical care.
The story centers on Louise Mueller's death in Cincinnati with detectives unable to secure a clew while a confession is sought. Hundreds visit the scene as fears and suspicions swirl, and speculation points toward Alfred Keay with authorities pursuing leads. Frank Gleason faces a separate court case unrelated to the murder.
Indianapolis market news shows steady cattle and hog prices with receipts noted. Listings include steer and heifer categories by weight, veal calves, bulls, cows with calves, and hogs with varying classes. nearby markets in New York, Chicago, and Pittsburgh provide price comparisons amid broad livestock activity and a separate liquor-law conviction noted.
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