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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 15, 1904

Page

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Young Woman Ends Her Life In Indianapolis Room

Grace Moore, 1, from Martinsville, was found dead in a West Washington Street room after a night of revelry. Authorities say she died by carbolic acid poisoning. a note signed Elmer Nicholas and addressed to Bertha Nicholas was found in her Martinsville acquaintances’ room.

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Local notes mix with odd garbled claims and a cloak theft

The item blends a garbled report about a gas making claim, a statement by an engineer, and a remark about an inquiry into electrical testing. It also covers a cloak theft near Chalfant house with Joseph Shorter charged, and a deputy marshal arrest in Muncie related to whisky. The language is inconsistent and portions are unclear.

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Threats to Kill Baby Highlight Divorce Hearing

Divorce proceedings in Marion County focus on alleged abuse and threats as multiple women, including Mrs Barton and Mrs Richardson, testify about cruel behavior by husbands. Witnesses describe stalking, finances, drunkenness, and past separations, with custody and support implications noted.

Marion County Cottus Anke Bation James Barete Barton Eaji Equator Madge McMaster Grantem Westie Richardson Ash Richardson Hiehand Aly Shrer Mra Richardari Roe Sah Acsty Minny Grasges Michael Grasges Dinlge McMaster Ber Huenand Mary Spencer Charles HE Spencer Nara Carnenter Mary Marpenter Baroda Fran Newmin Arhermne Newman

Unclear text on money request and shipwreck report

Fragmented OCR notes describe alleged money requests between individuals, a ten dollar token, some work performed for nothing, and a court-like mention. Scattered lines reference a government sewer project and a shipwreck escape with a crew from Massachusetts or nearby ports.

Colored preacher to talk politics in Indianapolis

A racial political rift rises as Knox campaigns for Congress with strong opposition from within his own race in Indianapolis. Colored leaders plan events and denounce demonstrations while Republicans and Democrats watch closely amid claims of external influence and clashes over Knox’s town hall visits.

Irvington Speech Delivers Support Amid Community Ties

A fragmentary Irvington event shows residents enjoying a band in white uniforms while welcoming candidate Jesse Overstre. County officials Jot Me Thomas De Maye and Valera participated as resolutions praised Overstre and condemned rival George L. Knox, reflecting a tense local political moment.

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Odell Dies of Poison in City Public Notice

Charles Odell, longtime bookkeeper for the fre Raves carriage company, died Friday morning after being found in an ouside location. He was transported to Deaconess hospital by City ambulance and died there. Odell had served as bookkeeper for years and his death is being investigated.

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California Limited Freight Train Collision Details

A California Limited freight train collision severely damaged two locomotives and several cars. Eyewitnesses report telescoped engines, wreckage blocking Santa Fe and Rio Grande tracks, with passengers and crew injured. The scene near Salida prompted response crews and a medical evacuation.

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Cigar Thief Sentenced Amid Turbulent Trial

A local court sentenced a man in a cigar theft case following a noisy hearing. The defendant, identified as Witham, faced charges of stealing cigars from a downtown shop. Prosecution argued multiple prior incidents tied him to a spree, while defense claimed insufficient evidence. The judge imposed penalties and ordered restitution to the shop.

Fairbanks Ready for More Speeches in Eastern Campaign

Fairbanks plans to tour eastern states giving multiple speeches with stops in Chicago and Milwaukee. He aims to attend meetings and project campaign activity, with accompanying aides and possible further dates for a broader turnout.

Fair Weekend Weather Outlook Ahead of Saturday Night

Weather forecast notes fair and warmer conditions Saturday night into Sunday. Temperature at 7 a.m. 46, at noon 65, with a rising trend into the afternoon. A fragmentary report mentions local committee activities and meeting notices.

Russian Defeats Darken Czar as War News Mounts

From St Petersburg to London and Tokyo reports flood in on October 14 detailing Kuropatkin wounded and Russian reverses at Yentai Mukden and Port Arthur. Oyama reports continued heavy fighting with Japanese gains and a looming rout as Kuropatkin’s command faces possible recall amid growing doubt over Russian strategy and morale.

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New Golf Champion Crowned at Brookton Country Club

The Wem Ane nation half championship was won by Miss Georgiana Bishon of the Brookton Country Club who defeated Mrs F Banford four up and three to play.

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Wedding Season Opens With Ring Sale at Monument Place

The ad notes a large selection of plain rings priced from $5.00 to $10.00 each. P. Mulfally, Samond importer and sewer or-2 Monument-place, promotes wedding season jewelry in THE BUN'S For Zale column with a brief notice amid fragmentary text.

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The Sultan Questions A Traitor About Rifles

A captive in a royal chamber faces the sultan as the ruler demands the identity and network behind a shipment of rifles. The accused initially bluffing is pressed by guards and officials, with the sultan accusing the accused of treason and threatening punishment while the truth slowly emerges about weapon smuggling and planned rebel action.

Nay and Treachery in a Forced Confession Scene

Excerpt shows Guy Boothby style prose where a tyrant forces a prisoner to confess under threat. The scene escalates as the wretch struggles to speak and is threatened with mutilation. A sudden shift hints at an attempted plea for truth before a continuation. Advertisements and a bank sign-off fragment accompany the page.

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