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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1905

Page

2

Three Officers Needed To Do Raftery's Work

By order of Superintendent Christian Kruger, Michael Raftery the former assistant police court bailiff was removed from the courtroom to street duty. A regular sergeant and two patrolmen are now detailed in the courtroom but disorder persists. Police Judge Whallon notes the frequent whispering and crowding near the bench, hindering testimony and routine. Dawson, court duties overwhelm his time, while officers lack experience to maintain order effectively. The move is seen by some as political. Raftery a long time Republican and highly regarded for an unblemished record.

Christian Kruger Michael Raftery Raftery Judge Whallon Rynger Sifu Alsiington Whallon Dawson Bass Charles Cormerly Supt Kruger Bavery

Strike May Spread Across Unions In City Freight Actions

Reports say the Big Four freight handlers strike may widen as Freight Handlers and Warehousemen join with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. P J Flannery and P Shra traveled to Chicago for talks on a possible alliance while management refused wage increases, prompting a temporary work stoppage.

International Brotherhood of ‘Teamsters Unmions P. J. Flannery Unhin Chicago P. Shra Teamsters’ Union Manon

WANTED A HUSBAND SPECIAL TO THE BUN

Kokomo Indiana October report of John Beard a 16 year old girl who had twice married and twice divorced ending her life by poison after being refused by Walter Gardner who she wished to wed. She died in his arms at a boarding house uttering her last words I can not marry you I can die.

Kokomo Ind Get John Beard Walter Gardner

Prohibition Meeting Attacks Local Administration

A heated Prohibition mass meeting condemned Mayor Holteman and his administration as a sham. Felix McWhirter, former Prohibition candidate for governor, attacked the mayor over ties to Keach and Dolster and alleged widescale law violations with the administration’s knowledge. Edward Chirk mocked Holtzman’s righteousness while noting the mayor’s Saturday order to close a saloon was rescinded after protest.

Ste Holteman Felix, McWhirter Prohibition John W. Vohemaars Hoes Keach Chunks Dolster Gawd Wantrat George Lita Holtemin Temperance Pear Pie Edward Chirk Prohibition City Committee Holtzman Tl Welack Jim Keach

Assassin escapes from prison in Welsngers incident

Lennart Renen thal, condemned for Miscrima and serving life, escaped Montagracht prison by signaling through a sundaws, with Procurator General Bel Salam as the target of the crime, according to Scripps Mare Press Association.

Scripps-Mare Press Association Welsngers Lennart Renenthal Bel- Salam Montagracht

Death of John Little in Marion County Arcadia

John Little died on October 9 in Arc Ind at almost 10 years old. He lived on the same farm seven years and was the last of the Little family. He was a grandson of Ingraham and Matthew Little, builders of the Little hotel. He is survived by three sons and two daughters. Funeral services will be held at Arcadia at 12 o'clock Wednesday afternoon.

John Little Ar Ind Y An Marion County Brance Ingraham Matthew Little Little Hotel Song Arcadia

Woman Killed in Central City Tragic Accident

Special to The Sun reports a fatal incident in Central City as a young man named Thewesie, well known in the community, died after stumbling on a track while lifting his hat to a young woman. The shockwave of the tragedy left onlookers and officials facing a serious situation.

Wibigat Thewesie Lhamativ

Love Letters Used for Health Certificate

Miss Mellie Mackley, a young school mistress from Kentucky, engaged to Tearin in Natchez, exposed to an infected district in Louisville. Inspector Langley questioned her credentials but she presented readable love letters as a substitute for a health certificate, arguing they prove her intent and care.

Bcripps RAE Press Association Memphis Teun Mellie Mackley Lemiaytne Natchez James W. Langley Miss Mackley Aidabe Louisville

Crowe Arrives in Omaha Charged in Cudahy Robbery

Crowe appeared at the courthouse facing robbery charges connected with the Cudahy holdup from nearly five years ago. Prosecutors said he arrived with a crowd cheering and stepped from a car as he was led into the building by officers.

Crowe Awrae Press Association UMA Aee Pat Crewe Mtaniay Denm Buble Montigeu Andy Crow Tyga

Charges and Testimony In Shortridge Faculty Hearing

The hearing into Agnes Tankin's charges against Walter Mart head of Shortridge's mathematics department concluded. Principal Benton denied that Mart was recommended to the post with a promise to favor a new mathematics textbook. Tankin reviewed examples to support incompetency and unprofessional conduct, noting prior disputes with Superintendent Kendall and threats to end her employment if she did not support Hurt.

Agnes Tankin Walter Mart Shortridge Fish School Benton Shortridge Rane Fan Kendall Werdall

Hoosiers Appointed Special to the Sun

Commander HV Speeler of the Sons of Veterans appointed his tech all echninities appointments Russell K Bed good of Lafayette Ind made chaplain in chief Frank Martin of Indianapolis named personal aute Senator Albert Beveridge of Indian a Was Appointed member of the Menor University committee

Hoosiers Cincinnati HV. Speeler The Sons of Veterans Hak Tech Russell K. Bedgood Lafayette Ind Frank Martin Indianapolis Abert J. Beveridge Menor University

Lawson Offers Enter Navy Committee Role

A report from the Scripps-Board Press Association notes former information indicates Mynett Tuspred may join Thames WW Lawson to represent him on a committee in New York. The item mentions legal action related to a suit against certain companies and references an admiral’s death in relation to Japanese naval affairs.

Lawson Scripps-M'Rab Press Association Columials Forneraion Mynett Thames New York Momett

Out in the state Evansville and nearby incidents

A jumble of short dispatches across Indiana towns reports traffic accidents, fatal and serious injuries, arsons, fires, arrests, and social events. Notable items include a fatal hit over in Geneva, a deputy coroner’s wedding in Lancaster, a marshal arrest in Omelang Civy, a turkey drive by girls in Columbus, and a fatality in Wayne with Koehler dead and Tivury dying. Also noted are a public reception in Rushville, a farm barn fire in Seymour, and a despondent fruit dealer in Fort Wayne.

Manning to visit Washington amid Printing Bureau controversy

Special to the Sun reports Mrs. Daniel Manning of New York, leader of the St. Louis ex…pressing plans to visit Washington this winter to press for printing the ladies managers report. Congressman Lianitis, head of the committee, opposes government costs for printing and distribution. Manning intends to secure support from lawmakers to authorize printing the report, with several officials and associates meeting in Washington to discuss the matter.

Hoosier the Sun Washington Daniel Manning New York Lidy St. Lou Ube Mimmur Pater Mera Balmer Man- Agere Chivusa Gtr Wongdenes

Hawkins Death Shocks Local Community Leader and Former U S Marshal

William Hawkins longtime superintendent of the American Detective Association and former U S Marshal for the Anbe district is dead at 63 in Belvidere Indiana. He served as deputy sheriff of Sylvan County and two terms as sheriff before his federal appointment. His death follows heart trouble and shocks political aides who admired his conduct during the American Railway Union strike. Surviving are a widow and a 5 year old daughter. services pending in Sullivan with burial in Sullivan, Indiana, Wednesday.

Wilam Ft Thowkles American Detective Association Cleveland United States Anbe Inters Ap Morsen Maawkine Mr. Taw Sylvan Hawkins Ac Migs& Cols Undertaking Phy Belvidere Mate WM K. North St Indianapolis Sullivan Ind Purial

Witte Lauded For Peace Effort At Porta Mouth Conference

The Imperial Voxcrijt acknowledges Witte for the skillful handling of duties that led to concluding peace at the Porta Mouth conference.

Witte Scripps-M'Rre Press Association Thesburg Portamouth

Cure a Cold in One Day Promoted by Grove Signature

A dubious ad promotes a one day cure using laxative bromos and quinine with alleged Groves signature on each item. It touts a quick fix and monetary claims to persuade buyers despite unclear medical legitimacy.

H.W. Grove

Special One Way Colonist Excursions to California and Northwest

One way colonist trips offered via the Missouri Pacific Railway with double daily tourist car service to California. Leaves St Louis at 201 a.m. and 910 p.m., connecting directly for all points in the Northwest. Contact M C Townsend, St Louis, and D Boyd, Indianapolis, for information.

Missouri Pacific Railway California Perio SS Louis Northwest Addreen M. C. Townsend St. Louis D. Boyd Indianapolis Ind

Lafollette May Resign From Governorship and Senate

Madison dispatch reports doubts about rumors that Gus Lafollette might resign both the Wisconsin governorship and U.S. Senate seat. Sources in Mitchell say the claim is absurd and the governor joked about continuing on the ticket, stressing his state service over personal interests.

Ecripps-M'Ras Press Association Madison, Wic Gus. Lafoliette

Bodapest Parliament Opens Amid Turmoil and Derision

In Budapest the opening of parliament was marked by a tumult after the imperial rescript was read. Premier Federaryy announced adjournment amid strong police presence as coalition leaders clashed and shouted coward at the session.

Scripps-M'Rae Press Association Wudapest Durlus Andrassy Parliament House Federaryy

Gates quits Chicago as Gates registers to vote

John W. Gates, a multimillionaire, is now a citizen of New York and will vote in the city’s forthcoming municipal election. He registered Monday night at a polling place near the Waldorf Astoria after previously residing outside the city.

Gates Chicago Bcripps-Atrah Frees Association New York John W. Gates Phinger Hia Clty Shele Mr Gates Waldorf-Aetoria

St George H U Alexander Shot Dead by Son in Hot Springs

Dr St George UH Alexander a 60 year old prominent physician was shot and killed on Garland avenue by his son after domestic troubles. Anna Alexander witnessed the murder as the son fled and remained at large despite guards. The killer, formerly known as Mr Jameson, is described as about 40 to 45 years old and unarrested. investigators pursued him as tensions rose in the neighborhood.

Garland Ave Alexander Ayn Withon

Miss Helen Peabody Dies at 79 in Los Angeles

Helen Peabody longtime president of the Western Callune for Woosen in Oxford Ohio died at her Pasadena home. She was 79. The obituary notes her leadership and honors in the association.

Miss Peabody Los Angeles Cal Get Helen Peabody Woosen Oxford Pasedert

New Chicago to Los Angeles Pullman Sleeper Service Opens

Jet Off and Supply Co announces a new car line from Chicago to Southern California. Pullman tourist sleeping cars will run daily to Los Angeles via Union Pacific North Western and Salt Lake Route starting September. One way tickets from Chicago at $34.00 with low rates from other points. Double berth in tourial sleeping car $7.00. For tickets and reservations contact A Hutchison Manager at 207 Clark St Chicago.

Southern California Los Angeles Chicago Union Pacific North Salt Lake A. Hutchison Mgr Clarksh

Are You Interested in a Fast Growing Country

The Chicago & North-Western tanway Co will furnish reliable information regarding desirable locations for industrial establishments in the West and Northwest. Hotels, general stores, produce buyers, lumber yards and brick yards offer opportunities. Full information on cheap lands and fertile territory provided upon request through agents of the North-Western Line or W B Knishern, Passenger Traffic Manager, Chicago.

Chicago & North-Western Tanway Co North-Western Line W. B. Knishern Pawaenger Tratec Nang.ger Chicago

Pacific Coast Travel Rates From Chicago by Rail Lines

Advertises $33.00 to the Pacific Coast via Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern lines from Chicago daily. Mentions routes to San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Seattle Tacoma and other points with low fares to Helens Butte Spokane Ogden Salt Lake City. Includes guided Pullman sleeping car excursions to San Francisco Los Angeles and Portland double berth only $2.00 and requests correspondence to N. B. Breers General Agent 4 Waknut at Cincinnati.

Pacific Coast Chicago Union Pacita & Northwestern Ling San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Seattle Tacoma Helens Butte Spokane Ogues Salt Lake City Pullman Fourlat Drese N. BM Breers Gen Cineinnath

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