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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1903

Page

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Japan Seizes Korean City in Manchuria War Hopes Rise

Berlin dispatch reports Japan has occupied Ma Sun Pho in Korea. Officials foresee a war declaration with Russia soon. Japan mobilizes reserves, sends Maj Ito to northern China to map bases and gauge Chinese cooperation. Tokyo aims to reclaim Manchuria, secure colonization, and expand trade, aided by a vast spy network.

Berlin Che-Foo Ma-Sun-Pho Korea Japan Russia Mikado Maj Ito China Aig Manchuria Amur

Pool room betting activity seen slow on Monday

In 2001 pool rooms saw little wagering Monday morning though expectations rise for Monday night. Harry Walker's place drew most action with several bets posted at 100 to 70 on Bookwalter. Republicans offered even money and Democrats asked two to one but few bets were placed as crowds gathered without committing funds.

Harry Walker Bookwalter

Cohen and Rauh Wedding at Rauh Home

The wedding of Miss Gene Rauh, daughter of Henry Rauh, to Bernie B. Cohen, son of H. Cohen, will take place Tuesday at 6 30 pm at the Rauh residence 442 N il Rolast. Immediate relatives only attend. Baby bl Mensing officiates. The couple will then travel to the Pacific coast.

Henry Rauh N. Il Rolast Gene Rauh Bernie B. Cohen N. Mendianat H. Cohen

Howe Spurns Richmond Polo Contract Offer

Richmond, Ind. detective reports that famed polo player Howe declined to sign a contract on Monday. The offer from Richmond was presented under terms not accepted, leaving negotiations unresolved and plans for future consideration open.

Richmond Ind Howe Terrms

Classifieds Highlight Lost Items and Rooms for Rent

The eleventh page features new line advertisements including Eyedacen lost item wanted, Rooms for rent Amethyst, and a house for sale notice drawing reader attention to local listings.

Eyedacen Amethyst

Seven Die in Montana Indian Reservation Shooting

In Spokane Washington a drunken quarrel on the Black Foot Indian reservation in Montana left seven dead and several wounded. Among the dead are Wakez-Up-Last, his wife, and children Mia Little Plume and Mrs Busan Big Road. Four arrests have been made.

Spokane Wash Black Foot Montana Mia. Little Plume Busan Big Road Jim Little Plume Alice Big Road Wakes

Big Four Wreck Injures Two Crews at Lawrenceburg Junction

Edward Wald of 142 Pleasant St and William Bowen of 63 English Ave, a locomotive engineer and a fireman, were injured when westbound Big Four Train No 1 collided with an eastbound freight at Lawrenceburg Junction on Monday. They leaped from their engine to escape a wreck. The freight crew were unhurt and several passengers suffered minor injuries amid heavy fog.

Edward Wald Pleasant St Wiliam Bowen English Ave Cincinnati Indianapolis Lawrenceburg Junction

Two Real Estate Deals Involving Washington Street Lot

August Diener bought adjoining lot to his block at 1443 E Washington St from Gorge C Beck of Spokane for 110000. Frontage 38 feet on Washington St and 1% feet to Pearl Ave, to align with his Bam D Spellman block. Jot at Meridian St No 21& is sold for 12000 to Sophia Mathoe. lot measures 92 by ?.

August Diener Haw Washington-st Gorge C. Beck Spokane Waah Diener Bam D. Spellman Nee Sophia Mathoefor Aderton Meridian

Back to the farm at the workhouse amid winter prep

Prisoners at the workhouse are taken to nearby farm acres to harvest crops including sweet potatoes turnips beets and cabbage. Onions are packed for holidays and pumpkins moved to the cellar. After harvest they haul leaves for fertilizer and prepare cabbages for sauerkraut. Heating upgrades face gas furnace supply cuts prompting remodeling as winter nears.

Barvey Col. Shawmoat

Three Wise Men and Mock Election Forecast

A fragment quotes a Republican ticket prediction with Bookwalter poised to win by a larger margin than two years ago and the administration vindicated. It ends with the chant there’s nothing to it but Pookwalter, reflecting partisan booster tone.

Bookwalter Pookwalter

Democratic organization ready to win on election day

Chairman Keagh says the democratic group is prepared for election day work and has a plan the voters support. He asserts unity from the head of the ticket to the foot and predicts victory.

Voters Dictated by Chairman Newlia’s Bold Claim

Chairman Newlia declares fierce intent to win about 5,000 votes in Indianapolis. He accuses Kench and Holtzman of backing the “ghost” and questions veterans’ clarity of purpose amid a charged local political scene.

Indianapolis Kench Holtzman

Weather forecast for Indianapolis area

Forecast for Indianapolis and vicinity for 36 hours ending 8 p m Oct 13: increasing cloudiness with probable showers Monday night and Tuesday. Temperatures 7 am 46, noon 63, 2 pm 67. Showers likely in Indiana and adjacent states Tuesday with northeast winds.

Indianapolis Indiana

Vanderbilt Lines Fire 2300 Workers Amid Steel Slump

New York Oct 12 2300 Vanderbilt lines workers from New York Central and allied systems are discharged. The cut affects about 7 of the total workforce, hitting workshops and roundhouses hardest in Indiana Ohio and Illinois. Officials warn further reductions next spring if business stays weak. A separate suit filed against H D railway claims 500 for a horse wagon and harness demolished at Noblest crossing after a train warning failure.

H. & D. Railway New York New York Central Vanderbilt Ohio Indiana Elkhart Ind Collinwood Lima Lake Erie & Western United States

Endorsing Reform and Voting Fashion in Our City

A local minister reflects on party reform, condemns abuse and slander, and explains his choice to vote the old ticket with minor exceptions. He cites the Sun and News for campaign methods, supports Republican reform goals, and notes city finances and morality have improved over two years.

Abra Republican Party Oftairs Elyic National Democratic Party Reform Party

Mule Killed Two Because His Tail Was Twisted

FLOVILLA Ga Oct 1 When a mule’s tail was twisted to force movement it bolted and wrecked the buggy, killing Joli Laster and his wife and injuring John King. The animal was steered by Stra Erater who twisted the mule’s tail while traveling at a slow pace.

Flovilla. Ga Joli Laster John King Stra Erater

Russia to offer Jews a state in Manchuria Berlin

A dispatch from St Petersburg claims Russia plans to give Jews a state in Manchuria under a protectorate, offering land in Manchuria as a Jewish state while contrasting Britain’s stance. Zionists reportedly cheer the move against England.

Russia Manchuria Berlin England South Africa St. Petersbars Rusala

Indianapolis Traction Delays New Belt Tracks to Spring

B B Peck, manager of the Indianapolis Traction and Terminal Company construction department, says work on new belt tracks and interlines granted by a year-old franchise will be postponed until spring due to weather. The plan aims to rush the project for early completion, with many new switches to be installed at downtown intersections, likely next month.

Indianapolis Traction and Terminal Company Interlon B. B. Peck Themun

Too Much To Pay For A Woman

Jacob Luke balks at paying 250 for his daughter's marriage license as Fred Hope offers the sum at the courthouse. Bystanders note Hope's eyes light with love, suggesting he would pay more if needed.

Jacob Luke Fred Hope Hoeney Court House Luke Styréle Hope

Gun accident at shooting match causes partial blindness

Harry Parish files a $6,600 damages claim against Dr. George Van Sickle after a loaded gun dropped at John Ferguson's Warren Township home discharged, injuring a plastist and costing sight in one eye. The incident occurred during a shooting contest attended by Parish and Ferguson.

George DR. van Sickle Harry Parish John Ferguson Warren Township Tye

Chenter Weekly Man Sentenced for False Pretenses

A Chenter Weekly, 26, was sentenced to from one to seven years in the penitentiary for obtaining $50 through false pretenses by Judge Alford. He convinced William Buschman that he had $80 in the Columbia national bank and borrowed the money. The evidence showed a plan to swindle.

Peculiar Living Specimen Stuns State Geologist

State geologist Blatchley receives odd living organisms from a Saturday delivery. A small paper box with holes contained a strange creature that extended an appendage for a handshake as the scientist opened the box. The encounter left the geologist cautious about the unusual visitor.

Blatchley Sma

Friendly Bug Exhibit Charms Visitors In Odd Display

A peculiar bend with two flaming eyes showcases a friendly bug. The harmless cousin of a katydid crawls from its container as the keeper notes its plant diet and research use. Southern experts, English studies, and local shops advertise bargains amid dispatches.

Carolia Banpa Dina Poe Ind

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