Grand jury probes city grafts and custody case
The Wednesday session in juvenile court heard Frank Noll refuse to testify as an expert is sought to probe the Brunaugh custody suit. The case seeks to place 3 year old Harry Brunaugh with grandmother Mrs Laycock. Grand jury deliberations focus on Western and Marion County Construction Company street patching grafts and the need for an expert accountant. Authorities imply possible indictments in days ahead while city records are scrutinized for irregularities and payrolls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Brunaugh
John
Dr. Laycock
George W. Foss
N. Bellefontainest
R. T. Laycock
Coburn Flats
Henry W. Marshall
Western Construction Company
Thomas Shehan
Shehan
Marshall
Joseph Clay
Indianapolis
Brunaugh
Ziegler
American National Bank
Harry Branaugh
Grand Jury
Marion County
Frank Baker
Eliott R. Hooton
Heaton
Bookwalter
Marion County Construction Company
Blaine Miller
Local Items From Indianapolis Busy Man with Notebooks
The note filled column notes on Hugh T. Miller touring northeastern Indiana seeking support for his gubernatorial bid while William L. Taylor markets printed matter to persuade Republicans. Sen E E Moore weighs a run for Jim Watson’s seat, but delay lingers. Also: health, police, streetcar mischief by youths, balloon sightings, bankers, and community events at churches and halls with details on venues and dates.
Rhodius Pie legal fund to be split among attorneys
Court money from the Rhodius guardianship case, totaling around $12,000, is expected to be divided among attorneys, physicians, and a judge. Judge Whallon may receive about $500, with other fees going to Indianapolis and Lebanon firms and several doctors who testified for the defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leonard Quill
James M. Berryhill
George Rhodius
Thomas Whallon
Whallon
Merle N. A. Walker
Rhodius
Elma Dare Rhodius
Cass Connaway
New York
Elma Dare
Connaway
Walker
James S. Hardie
Lebanon
H. N. Coons
James H. Ford
Indianapolis
H. N. Moyer
Chicago
Miller, Shirley & Miller
Ryan & Ruckelshaus
Terhune & Adney
Henry N. Spaan
John W. Claypool
William Bosson
Samuel Ralston
Citizens' Gas seeks funds to buy Consumers' mains by Nov 1
Citizens' Gas company aims to raise subscriptions before November 1 to purchase the Consumers' Gas Trust mains. Canvassing committees have opened at Henry Kahn's store at Washington and Meridansts to mobilize support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Consumers’ Gas Trust Company
Citizens’ Company
Henry Kahn
Washington
Meridansts
Federal aid for New York banks outlined by Cortelyou
Cortelyou plans to release 20 million dollars in federal assistance for New York banks. Officials report the country is not affected by the financial flurry and that overall finances are excellent.
City makes offer on proposed city hall site
At a Board of Public Works meeting on Wednesday the owners of the property at Alabama and Chiosts proposed site for the city hall were offered 115000 dollars. The owners are asking 135000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Public
Alabama and Chiosts
Health officers demand end to crowding in houses
Health officers warn that crowding in residences must stop with notices already served on 1,000 people. The action targets reducing health risks and improving living conditions in affected areas.
Third Offense Licenses and Nicholson Law Changes
In police court saloon cases two points emerged. First a third offense under Nicholson law triggers license revocation, with police judge consulting the mayor after two-year arrests and revoking after three offenses. Second selling liquor on Sunday or after hours remains outside license revocation unless tied to Nicholson offenses. Several saloonkeepers, including Rostick and Smith, faced fines. others were warned or had cases postponed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas C. Wharton
Bookwalter
Charles Rostick
S. Illinois Sr
Rostick
Omer Smith
Whallon
Smith
E. Washington-st. Oren
Hack
Mackessey and
Murphy
Frank Drake
Washington-st
Drake
Gus Simms
Louisiana St
Oren Hack
Henry Wachtel
Shelby St
Charles Harding
Wall Street in turmoil as trust companies fail
Call money rises to 9 percent amid a rush on Trust Company of America and heavy withdrawals from Fifth Avenue Trust. Pittsburg Stock Exchange closed with thousands of shares sold for Pittsburg accounts. Westinghouse may face temporary receivership. Knickerbocker Trust under state banking department. J P Morgan dictates actions as Cortelyou deposits government funds and clearing houses aid banks with debits in today’s settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth Avenue Trust Company
Pittsburg Stock Exchange
Pittsburg
Westinghouse Companies
Knickerbocker Trust Company
State Banking Department
Stock Exchange
J. P. Morgan
Cortelyou
Clearing House
Mayor signs ordinances as council acts
Mayor Bookwalter said he signed ordinances passed by the city council Monday evening except the cellar inspector proposal. He plans to study it further and may sign within a few days after consulting merchants who objected to the cellar ordinance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bookwalter
On Trial for Murder in Criminal Court
Mrs Lizzie Jones and her 18 year old son Henry Stanfield stand trial on a joint murder charge for the death of Lizzie Jones husband John Jones. Prosecutors say Henry held a candle while Lizzie shot John with a shotgun at 133 Harlan Street on August 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie Jones
Henry Stanfield
John Jones
Wall Street turmoil eases as major banks pledge support
Treasury Secretary Cortelyou and New York financiers say the near-panic is over. The Knickerbocker Trust was taken over by state authorities and the Trust Company of America may face funds. J P Morgan and others vow to supply needed capital while banks are urged to curb risky practices. Nationwide, reports show improved conditions with no broad panic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury Cortelyou
New York Clearing Association
Wall St
Knickerbocker Trust Company
State Banking Department
Trust Company of America
J. P. Morgan
Treasury
Cortelyou
Treasury Department
New York
J. PF. Morgan
George W. Perkins
James Stillman
Frank A. Vanderlip
A. B. Hepburn
James G. Cannon
Bacon
Clearing House
Bride Takes Early Morning Wedding With Surprise Guests
New York October 23. Albert C Willetts and Cornelia Kemp wed at 5 am to avoid friends. Trinity Episcopal church near Northport Long Island hears the ceremony. 150 guests greet the couple, brass band leads to depot, special train car awaits with banners Just Married and Very Happy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albert C. Willetts
Trinity Episecopal Church
Willetts
Charles E. Cragg
Wilett
Four Arrests in Gambling Case Result in Fines
Arthur Green was fined $2 and costs for keeping a gambling house in police court Wednesday. Four others were fined similar sums. Green and his friends were arrested on H. E. Washington street by Captain Asche and a squad of officers recently.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Green
Green
H. E. Washington St
Asche
Twenty two suits filed over Acton Park fire losses
On account of the fire that destroyed cottages at Acton Park on November 1, 1905, twenty two owners have filed suits against the Big Four Railway company. Claims seek from 150 to 1200 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acton Park
Big Four Railway Company
Indiana bankers session opens with 547 members
The Indiana Bankers' Association opened its annual session at the Claypool hotel with 547 members after enrolling 58 new members this year. Visitors from other states attend while events include a smoker and a debate on real estate lending, plus a beefsteak dinner with vaudeville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Bankers’ Association
Claypool
Leslie M. Shaw
Carnegie Trust Company
New York
Commercial Club
Two burn on boat in Portland harbor blaze
The steamer J. N. Neal burned at her dock this morning in Portland Oregon. Mrs. A. E. Jackson of Stevenson Washington and John Collins of Portland were aboard the ship when the fire broke out. Authorities investigated the blaze and searched for cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Portland
Ore
J. N. Neal
A. E. Jackson
Stevenson, Wash
John Collins
United States
Hamilton
Ont
Liner Foundered in Lisbon Harbor
The Hamburg American liner Inner Borussa foundered in the harbor during coal loading. The ship was a total loss. Passengers escaped but three sailors are missing and probably drowned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Preas
Lisbon
Real estate dealer fined for speeding on Meridian street
H B Sayles, a real estate dealer, sped after police spotted a patrol car on Meridian street. Capt Bray and officers tailed Sayles as his car reached about 30 mph. He was fined $6 in police court. Brandt Steele, Henry Habeny, and Clarence Comthwait were arrested for failing to display motorcycle licenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. B. Sayles
Meridian
Bray
L Sayers
Brandt Steele
Woodruff Place
Henry Habeny
N. Ilinois St
Clarence Comthwait
East-st
Man Injures Leg While Dropping Knife at Work
Ewing Overton a colored janitor at the Saks building, while whittling in the basement Wednesday noon, dropped his knife and overreached to catch it between his knees, driving the blade into his leg. He was taken home at 660 Smith St by Dr. Mayer. He suffered severe blood loss and debility. Boxing gloves and striking bags advertised by Gus Habich at 121 W Washington St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ewing Overton
Saks
Smith St
Mayer
Bank crisis empties Knickerbocker doors in New York
United Press reports the state banking department has seized Knickerbocker Trust, halting business today. Hundreds gather at the doors and branches as police restrain crowds. Directors say funds exist for all depositors while other financial interests move to aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
State Banking Department
Knickerbocker Trust Company
Plans for Courthouse Wing Addition Proposed
Henry W. Klausmann, county surveyor, submitted plans to Thomas A. Winterrond on Wednesday for a courthouse extension to house city offices. The design includes an entrance from the old courthouse via the clerk and recorder offices and an open court between the wing and the existing building to allow additional suggestions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas A A. Winterrond
Henry W. Klausmann
Revoked license for Dr J N Fleaner in Bloomington
State Board of Medical Examination revoked Dr J N Fleaner's license after he faced a trial for selling prescriptions for liquor to be used as a drink. Also an ad listing cabinet deals and a kitchen range promotion appears, mentioning Harrod's Studio and People’s Outfit Co with prices and addresses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Medical Examination
J. N. Fleaner
Bloomington
Pittsburg Exchange Fails to Open on Clearing House Request
United Press report from Pittsburg Pa dated October 23 states the Pittsburg Stock Exchange did not open today due to a demand from the clearing house. The item notes continuation on page six.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Pittsburg Stock Exchange
Clearing House
Elmer Long, Former English Hotel Bar Proprietor
Elmer Long, formerly proprietor of the English Hotel Bar, is now located at Ye Ark, 15 E. OhIost.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer 5. Long
English Hotel
Ye Ark
OhIost
People’s Coal and Cement Co Successors to Logsden Bros Fuel
Advertising note for People's Outfitting Co listing coal and heating appliances. Describes Queen Base Berrac heater with double flue, five hour heat, price details and weekly payments. Gives address 439 135 Washington St and entucky Ave with phone numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
People’s Outfitting Co
Washington St
Kentucky Ave
People’s Coal and
Cemet CO
Logsden Bros.’ Fuel Company
Entucky-Ave
Pomm ern likely winner as sea shore lands after airships
Pomm ern appears favored to win as a city lands on the shore while several airships descend along the east. The aeronauts traveled hundreds of miles and report enjoying the journey and views.
Balloons Land Across the East Coast and Canada
Reports from ASBLAY PARK New Jersey WESTMINSTER Maryland HAMILTON Ontario LEESBURG Maryland RICHMOND Virginia and LITTLE CREEK Delaware describe balloons Pommern St Louis Lotus II Anjou Germany France Duesseldorf and America landing within hours of Tuesday and Wednesday distances ranged from six to 850 miles Several balloons yet to report include L Isle de France and Abbercron An unidentified balloon was seen near Mount Clemens Michigan with one unaccounted balloon last seen in western New York
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Asblay Park
N. J
Pommern
Westminster
St. Louis
Hamilton
Little Creek
Del
Duesseldorf
Portland
America
L'Isle de Grance
Abbercron
Mount Clemens
Mich
New York
Balloon flight ends as several balloons land along Atlantic coast
The international race balloons reach the east after St Louis starts, with Pommern landing safely on the New Jersey shore at Asbury Park after traveling 50 miles. Oscar Erbsloeh and H. H. Clayton report a successful voyage. Other craft touched down in Maryland Virginia Delaware and Maryland ports. progress limited by the ocean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
St. Louis
Indianapolis
Asbury Park
N. J
Oscar Erbsloeh
H. H. Clayton
Atlantic
Erbsloeh
Clayton
Maryland
United States
Hamilton
Uni
Leesburg
Richmond
Little Creek
Del
Portland
Ballon Descent Near Memphis Ohio for Lieutenant Brabazon
United Press reports a balloon descended near Memphis in Fayette county Ohio on Tuesday at 5 10 pm due to the acute illness of Lieut Claude Brabazon aboard the Lotus II with Griffit Brewer. They planned to return to St Louis 362 miles west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Memphis
Fayette County
Claude Brabazon
Brabazon
Griffit
Brewer
St. Louis
Balloon The United States lands near Hamilton Ontario
The balloon The United States piloted by Maj. Her sey and a assistant landed six miles southwest of Hamilton Ontario at 6 15 Tuesday evening after crossing Lake Michigan. Hamilton lies 620 miles from St. Louis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Hamilton
Ont
United States
Maj. Hersey
Lake Michigan
St. Louis
Balloon lands in Maryland after pleasant voyage
Westmins ter Maryland observed the balloon St Louis touching down at 6 40 am. Captain Haw e Icy and August Post were aboard and reported they are in sound health and enjoyed the trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ry United Vess
Westminster
St. Louis
Hawe Icy
August Post
Pommern Lands in New Jersey Seashore
German balloon Pommern landed on the Asbury Park seashore in New Jersey after a voyage of about 850 miles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Asbury Park
N. J
Anjou Flight Lands Near Richmond Virginia
French balloon Anjou landed near Richmond Virginia at eight this morning after crossing the area. Gasnier and Levee, its pilot and aide, were exhausted and slept in a nearby farm house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Richmond
Gasnier
Levee
Duesseldorf Balloon Lands Near Dover in 775 Mile Flight
A German airship, the Dusseldorf, landed at Little Creek near Dover at 8 50 this morning. Pilot Capt Kago Von Aber cron and aide Heidemann are reported safe after a roughly 775 mile flight that they say they enjoyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Unaltec Prem
Dover
Del
Little Creek
Here
Dusseldorf
Kago von Abercron
Heidemann
Capture of balloon flight near Portland Md reported
America in Maryland reports Capt. Chandler and his pilot landed near Portland at 8 a m today after balloon flight from Annapolis Junction. Both occupants are reported well and in good condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Annapolis Junction
Chandler
Balloom America
Portland
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Frank Noll
Woods
Torney
T. B. Laycock
Tom Shufelton
Inspector Shufelton
Inspector Shufet
Hugh T. Miller
William L. Taylor
E. E. Moore
Connersville
Jim Wattson
Congress
Physicians of
Metzger
E. Washingtonst
N. Delaware St
Board of Health
Lynch
The
International Typographical Union
Combinations and Trusts
American Society of Equity
Denison Hotel
St. Joseph
Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary Society of
First Presbyterian Church
B. L. C. Club
Red Men’s Hall
Indiana Ave
C. W. E. M. Society of the Third Christian Church
May Thornton
Broadway
James D. Johnston
Offic
City Board of Health
Mous
Campaign For
Pany
N. Y. Banks
Law
Wall-St
Run On Trust Company of America
Ers
Newark
New York Tribune
Boston
Baltimore
Bride
Cornelia Kemp
Commercial
Northport, L. I
Indiana
Felix T. McWhirter
People’s State Bank
Jonee Monahan
Citizens’ Bank of Orleans
H. C. Johnson
Seymour
J. R. Voris
Bedford
John C. Shirk
Boonville
Andrew Smith
James Bingham
Hood
Gus Habich
Washipstenst
Knickerbocker
U United Press
Harrod
Virginia Ave
Denison Barber Shop
Wulschner’s
East
Aeronauts Report
Ohio
Leesburg, CO
New Jersey
Virginia
Delaware
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