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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1905
Page
3
The record shows no insolvency among major life insurance firms despite public criticism of management. Policies have paid, dividends issued, and assets plus premiums support existing contracts, while investigations spur potential reforms for the industry, benefiting the public and preserving confidence.
Special train plans accompany the royal trek to India. The Prince and Princess of Wales will travel overland to Genoa then sail aboard the battleship Renown. The estimated cost is 1 million dollars. A large retinue follows, with three trains needed for the party and a dedicated baggage train for the Princess with almost 200 dresses and jewels insured at 250 thousand dollars.
An article from Philadelphia highlights a female lecturer who credits Grape-Nuts with restoring health and energy. She describes improved strength, alertness, and relief from insomnia and nervousness after beginning the cereal, praising its taste and portability on tours.
Dr A A Eaton of Euclid Ave Baptist Cleveland told the Ohio Baptist state convention that John D Rockefeller Jr and his church loyalty reflect the four values of the parish simplicity aggression spirituality and unity. Eaton avoided discussing Rockefeller’s wealth noting his long membership and charitable acts are widely known outside his church.
Frederick R Vandermark Sourgeon PL Meadows and Francis M Russell sue Edward J Craig contractor for building the Meyele Incline damaged when supports were removed without warning at the fair grounds in September Several injured Vandermark says he fell about feet breaking multiple bones seeking 150 damages Meadows and Russell claim 5000 damages each
Robert Bracken sues Indianapolis Traction and Terminal for damages claiming a street car struck his wagon on Thirteen Street, throwing him down and causing serious injuries. The suit seeks five thousand dollars in relief. The incident details mention a collision and resulting harm.
Hartford City reports Republican nominee for mayor. other towns list local politics including Boonville mining death, Terre Haute printing owner signing over, and Rushville slate of municipal nominees. Varying small events include a doctor fined, a miner killed by slate, and a drowning accident in Lafayette area.
Mrs P Hackett of 400 Van Buren Street Brooklyn recalls a severe ulcer deemed incurable by physicians. After using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills, her mother was completely cured and her face became smooth and clear again.
Prof Conner reads from various authors in a Wednesday lecture course at Shortridge and is acclaimed as the Metropolitan School of Music instructor of oratory and dramatic art. He has appeared before large audiences and aided colleges and schools in presenting plays. The Metropolitan School plans a Merchant of Venice production this year. Classes for children aged 8 to 14 will be organized, with Conner running a Mondfield academy and connected with Indiana Law School.
The sultan of Jolo earned favor with the Philippine commission when customs duties on a imported uniform were remitted. He argued the attire was essential to appear decent and respectable before his superiors, and the commission approved the appeal.
Schnult & Co versus Vane Hallia Railway Company comes before the Railroad Commission on Friday in the state’s pivotal hearing. The case seeks a short haul rate reduction, argued as proportionally unfair to long hauls. A test case likely to draw strong railroad opposition, with a proposed cut from ca to Pt per vent.
Births include Manuel and M Cantrell Si Cairo Kiery and Dela Keles plus many others with numerous names and addresses. Deaths record Leonaline dereruiah A Jackson 27 West Hart infant Wrieht and others. Marriages show Harry J Peek and Gracie M Martin Cleveland Duhamel and Jessie Beliner plus several more couples and locations. Amusement Building Company repairs listed with addresses and costs across Irvington and nearby streets.
General markets note Chicago opening lower for wheat with December futures down several cents and May contracts steady or mixed. Oats showed little change as December oats held near unchanged while other grain notes referenced minor shifts.
A deal is under way for Toledo investors to buy the Indianapolis Telephone and New Long Distance companies. James S. Bralley leads efforts with other Toledo capitalists, with $75,000 deposited as good-faith guarantee. Indianapolis stock, controlled by Louis Hollweg, is not listed. H G Sale declines comment.
Washington reports Gov. Gen. Wright will leave the Philippines for America. A. A. Forbes, Philippines commission member, will accompany him and attend the December 13 railroad bid opening in Washington. Forbes will be away under four months, leaving three American commissioners Ide Smith and Worcester in charge with three Filipino members on the panel.
In United States district court a voluntary bankruptcy petition was filed by Joel Williams a contractor and builder based in Indianapolis. The petition lists assets and liabilities with assets estimated at twenty eight dollars.
City News reports five year old City News Wine Denker remains partially paralyzed after a cave-in on the river bank last Saturday noon. His physician Dr. Q. S. Deitch says he is gradually regaining use of his body. His sister Mabel, injured in the cave-in, is recovering and able to be up. Palmer W. C T U plans a reception Friday evening at Mrs. Rhodes' home to honor officers. Funeral for Mrs. Eliza H. Stooks, widow of Anderson Brooks, set for Friday at Pleasant Grove. Mrs. E P. Tottman and Mrs. A. L. Grove of Boyer flats host Jon Eddie and J. Brown, who depart Sunday for Europe to study music under Hubay.
Indianapolis Ohio Oct 19 reports show hog receipts of 7.00 cattle around 100 sheep, with the hog market strong yet quotations unchanged. Cattle trade dull with few high grade stock offered, while sheep remain active with light supply. Cincinnati cattle and hog figures and Chicago dairy and poultry prices accompany the market overview.
Louis Missouri October 19 cattle receipts at 200 with steady trends. Beef steers around 32.50 to 33.50 with stockers and feeders 2.00 to 3.50. Cows and heifers 20 to 24, Texas steers 18 to 26, cows and heifers 20 to 30. Hog receipts 6,500 up five cents. hogs and lights about 4.50 to 5.49, butchers and best heavy around 5.59. Sheep receipts 1,500 steady. natives 14 to 15. Lambs 7 to 10. Texans 2.75 to 4.00.
George Luce, 19, and Edward Harte were arrested early Thursday after a rear room brawl at Max Patton's saloon 302 West Washington. Luce testified Harte kicked him after a heated exchange over race and a planned sister marriage. Both men were fined 31 and costs. a warrant later led to Patton's arrest on a separate charge of setting liquor to minors.
A daring attempt to rob the Wilmette Exchange was frustrated early Thursday when Cashier H. Rush and Watchman Selbert engaged three masked robbers in a running pistol fight. The trio broke the rear wall and began tearing woodwork before being surprised and fleeing. Rush and Seibert pursued but the robbers escaped. The action occurred in rooms of a printing establishment reached by forcing a window.
Heavy opening on the New York stock market with declines in Canadian Pacific and Union Pacific shares. Amalgamated Copper swung, trading around 7 1 2 to 7 3 4, while government bonds held steady. In Chicago, cattle and hog receipts were solid with steady to firm prices. grain and oats markets showed quiet, with mixed corn and steady hay.
Jacob Platt Dunn city controller will help Mayor Holtzman in appealing to the city council to provide adequate funds for street cleaning through the election period. Dunn says he will ask the country again for money but will not submit any fresh estimate, claiming existing figures are exhausted. The mayor’s plan hinges on assurances from Dunn and the council. SCRIPPS-SCRIPPS PRESS ASSOCIATION, Louisville. Oct 19. Former Western National Bank president Smith indicted by federal grand jury on 19 counts including embezzlement and false entries.
Nightwatchman Lee Miles of Indianapolis Cold Storage was hurt Thursday morning after slipping on saloon steps at A. C. Hollaclaw’s on Minda street. His head struck the pavement, a long gash cut, and he was taken home by ambulance.
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