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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1904

Page

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Russians Lose at Pinfishu After Battle

Across cables from London and Tokio reports indicate a Russian retreat after heavy fighting near Pine, with Japanese forces pushing northeast. Hand bombs used at Port Arthur are noted as effective, while field reports claim Miyamas advance toward Mukden and night actions near Lone Tree Hill ended with Russian repulses and quiet at other positions.

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Harris for inspector at New York port

Washington dispatch reports Harris as supervising inspector of steam ships at New York port. The former Annapolis graduate and lieutenant commander retired to private business. He commanded the repair ship Valor during the Spanish American War and received high commendation from Rear Admiral Evans.

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Train wreck near Alliance after fog slows Cleveland freight

A dense fog caused a head on collision on the Cleveland to Alliance line near Beweh Creek two miles east of Alliance. An eastbound freight and a second train could not stop and wrecked. Fireman HL Mesner and another crew member were injured. Mesner was taken to Alliance and then Cleveland. Lilly’s body was recovered. Ten miles of track were damaged and a warehouse destroyed.

Scripps-Mare Telegram Alliance Lally Wilkesbarre HL Mesner Wasite Cleveland Inveland & Pictsture al Beweh Creek Clevelland Maid Alian Exet West Lilly Mesner Wheenhouse

Creole Under Arrest for Birmingham Murder Case

Det Ke Mine nie Jane Zachary alias Holy alias Yann, a fashion dressmaker, is charged with the murder of Arthur Wright in Birmingham. From Marietta Georgia, she claims self defense after Wright advanced with a knife. Authorities say she fired and kissed the corpse before locking it inside a tanin.

Scripps RAE Chattanooga Jane Zachary Holy Yann Fashionaille Crease Arthur Wrisht Birmingham Man the Age Suis Homn Lial Wight Dewouvee Inken Marietta Ga Charley Vaan Tanin

Negro Girl Avenged at Lifelong Imprisonment Verdict

A white man in Missouri receives a life sentence for criminal assault on a colored girl after a jury of local citizens fixes the punishment. The case, connected to a road family, followed a narrow escape and a mob incident. The report places the trial during the American Christian Missionary Society convention in St Louis.

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Struck by Train Near Holt Crossing Dead

A man found by the railroad on the L&N line near Holt crossing in Maywood after nightfall. He was wearing overalls and a blue shirt, likely a farmer, with head injuries and visible blood along the tracks. Joseph Horton of West Newton was asked to help identify the deceased at Wadneys day.

X Section Holt Crossing Maysoud Strangsr Hrwan Brad New Joseph Horton West Newton Horton Newton Wadneys Day

Weather brief shows showers and cooling through Thursday

A forecast calls for showers on Wednesday night and Thursday with cooler air. Temperatures rise from 56 F at 7 am to 74 F at noon and 77 F by 2 pm. Southerly winds and a shower risk extend into Indiana and nearby states. An older weather chart hinted at a cyclone near Wyoming with possible effects toward Indianapolis.

Indiana

Custody Battle Over Child Led by McGinnis Family

Probate Judge Walker hears a case where Mr Neil and Mrs Renard McGinnis admit they store their drunkards and are willing to give up custody of their son Eddee McGinnis. Judge Melinpis and Mrs Moteinuis agree, appointing Jenny McGinnis as guardian and offering a $2 weekly contribution.

Neil Renard McGinnis

Plea of Guilty Filed Against Morare G Coltwell

Morare G Coltwell a former contractor and Wardrift Place member faced arraignment on a forged check charge. He pleaded guilty after allegedly passing a check for 86.5 to Willard Harmon and Charlee Hall on Temple's deposit bank, which the bank refused to cash. Authorities allege he recently passed several false checks.

Morare G Coltwell Wardrift Place Willard Harmon Charlee Hall Temple Coldwell Utig

Bryan in Wreck Speech Amid Stream of Noise

Fragmented report describes a chaotic political event with Willie Jens speaking in Bryan amid a noisy outdoor crowd. It notes arrests or injuries were not reported and mentions several unclear place names and attendees during the Indiana campaign stop.

Prisoner Pleads Guilty to Theft in Criminal Court

In a gusty criminal court session, Alfred Sward Cariftin pleaded guilty to theft. He received a sentence to be served in the workhouse for twenty months. A separate case involved a battery with intent to kill, resulting in a sentence proportional to the offense.

Didi Alferd Cariftin

Market Man in Trouble Over Market Sale Allegations

A market figure is accused of selling barren goods for high prices. Davis Marks faced a safety board notice on Wednesday that his plan to run four stalls at the market would be revoked.

Davot Marks Safety Board Ts Heese

Divorce Law Save Society Divorces Debate Court Views

Judge J M Leathers questions lax marriage laws while Mrs Myrtle Lace seeks a divorce from Albert Lace claiming neglect and low income. Lace testifies he earns eight dollars weekly and supports wife and children at a Haughall factory. The judge cautions against sensational divorces and urges consideration of welfare when deciding separations. Mrs Nor Wayt is granted a divorce after alleging her husband pursued love and threats with a knife.

Myrtle Lace Mrs. Wayt J. M. Leathers Superior Court No Leathers Lace Haughall Dudge Nor Wayt

Barbers Case Dismissed Over Quarrel Claims

Charges of alleged aperue by Tal PGalt and alleged working on Bundy by Rudolph Ordetres and Willian Dorms were dismissed after a state inquiry. The case stemmed from a quarrel among local barbers.

Barbers Tal Pgalt Bundy Rudolph Ordetres Willian Dorms

Woman Awarded Damages in Indianapolis Traction Case

Mrs Elizabeth Babin won a verdict against the Indianapolis traction company after a nine member jury found in her favor. She was struck by a car while crossing a street and suffered permanent injuries, with McMaster Court presiding.

Elizabeth Babin Indianapolie Tract al) Terminal Company McMaster Wadnesday Chraetings Trach

Threats of canal bombing prompt US Panama talks

Oct 13 dispatch reports threats of dynamiting the Panama Canal amid US plans to send Secretary Taft to Panama. Roosevelt orders a personal view visit, with Cromwell and Barrett's assurances published. Cabinet officers discuss the canal dispute as agitation grows.

Barratts Scripps Washington Rossovelt Taft Bin Hima Oballya William Nelson Cromwell New Panama Company Tare United States Panama Tate Despie Barrett Spees Canal Zone Oben Tasmania Roosevelt Winsel Willa Neleen Cromwell New York Ciml Commission

A Passage From a Tortured Escape in an Arab Court

In a fragmentary tale a captive navigates a perilous scheme under a cruel sultan. He endures threats and coercion while plans unfold to relocate and aid his release, aided by a wary ally and a treacherous court retinue. The narrative follows danger, religion, and cunning as the prisoner weighs resistance and compliance.

Remembrance of a Past Meeting in a Quiet Hall

A narrator recalls a late night reverie about a former liaison, the lady Olin, and a distant memory of youth at the commencement of folly. He mentions a friend who introduced him to her, a companion shot by a resident in the highlands, and a lit Moorish lamp awaiting a messenger to the hall.

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