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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1907
Page
2
Lizzie Jones and her son Henry Stansfield were tried together for killing John Jones. The judge ordered a first degree murder verdict for Mrs Jones with a life sentence while Henry received a manslaughter verdict and 2 to 25 years. The testimony shows Henry held a candle as Mrs Jones shot John Jones in his sleep.
Elaine H. Miller city civil engineer estimates Arsenal avenue brick roadway and curb project between Roosevelt avenue and Nineteenth street will cost at least 1685 dollars or 4.01 dollars per linear foot.
The committee on pleasant evenings of the Indianapolis Boys club outlines winter entertainments. Dr Calvin I Fletcher lectures The Boys of Japan followed by The Boys of Russia with William Eckstein. Christmas entertainments, The Boy and His Games by Rev F S C Wicks, magic and club swinging. The Boys of Uncle Sam in the Army and Navy by Gen Charles Shaler and George Brown. The Boy and the Law by Dr Sol C Dickey. The Boy and the Man by Dr Samuel E Sharp, lawn fete.
Mons. Emiliano Renaud and Herr Johannes Miersch gave a 52cital at the Propylaeum in Indianapolis. The program featured only sonatas, marking a new musical departure. About 400 people attended this second faculty event of the season.
Police officers in bicycles restrained and killed a large brindle hound at 15% Bellefontaine Street. The dog charged Mrs. Mable Hudson and neighbors, prompting Officers Schlangen and Radamacher to lasso, drag it to the alley, and shoot to prevent further harm.
Regent Mrs R O Hawkins opened her regent tenure at a D A R reception in First Baptist Church with Gen Arthur St Clair chapter guests. Harpist Miss Blanche Clarke performed patriotic airs as members and out of town chapters attended.
Mrs. F A Newhouse entertained Unity club members for Mrs. R A Pierce with help from Mrs. Drake, Mrs. McClelland, Mrs. Flynn and Mrs. Matthews. Favors were miniature pumpkins and club colors dominated the decorations. ATTEND OHIO WEDDING, Miss Lydia H E Parry and house party traveled to Elyria Ohio for the wedding of Miss Mary Brooks and Theodore Foxton with guests Misses Eva Meyrowitz Mariona Sears Ruth Davey and Elizabeth Evans.
Mrs. E. C. Atkins and daughter Mrs. Nelson A. Gladding hosted a luncheon on Wednesday for Mrs. Arthur Auchinclosg of Redlands California. Attending guests included Mrs. Arthur B. Grover Mrs. Harry Milligan Mrs Ovid Butler Jameson Mrs. Thomas Reid Kackley and Mrs. Arthur Auchin eloss.
Miss Josephine Stout will host a wedding party with guests arriving Friday including Miss Marears, Messier of Providence, R. J., Caroline Cunningham of St. Louis, Miss Soule of New Orleans, and Nelle Wadeley of Dubuque Ia. The gathering precedes the wedding with Robert Spencer Soule next Tuesday.
The Co operative School of Music presents its forty ninth recital in the school auditorium Thursday evening. Miss Amy Speare will perform piano numbers assisted by violinist Miss Collie Trotter. The program includes works by Bach Beethoven Paderewski Chopin and Wieniawski with several pieces and a carnival scene. Mrs Alexander Jameson invites guests to a tea Saturday for Miss Katherine Merrill Graydon. Mrs Alexander P Spruance, of Chicago, was guest at a Tuesday gathering hosted by Mrs John E B Cleland. The Kappa Kappa Gamma Alumnae plan a Saturday meeting hosted by Mrs Lucius O Hamilton at 2 30 with a reading by N. V. Lindsay of New York.
The couple married Tuesday evening at 112 Adealst with only families present. Rev. George E. Adamson of Home Presbyterian Church officiated. Mrs. A. C. Clouds and Loren visit Greensburg. Mrs. Aaron Morris and daughter visit Pendleton and Indianapolis. Nat Harriman marks her ninety birthday anniversary.
President Roosevelt returns to Washington and resumes work at the White House after a 24 day absence. He faces a crowded agenda including the financial crisis, the Pacific fleet move, and possible questions about a third-term bid with wide public interest. His reception was warm, with Gen. Oliver, Capt. Lee, Capt. Key, and others in attendance.
The president praised his 24 day journey visiting 11 states from Keokuk onward. He reported delight in the reception, gratitude for the bear and the effort to obtain it, and noted a rescue of a boy found under a train near Roanoke before departure.
Property owners on E Tenth street between Keystone and Rural protest a widened street improvement sunk below old pavement. They allege improper bedded bricks and loose cement and sand. 12 of 14 protestors opposed the project but a special ordinance allowed acceptance by the Board of Public Works.
The Society of the Sons of the Revolution of Indiana held a banquet at the Board of Trade building Wednesday night. Before the event, officers were elected including President Col. John T. Barnett First Vice President William L. Bryan Bloomington Second Vice President Meredith Nicholson Third Vice President John G. Mott Michigan City Fourth Vice President Booth Tarkington Secretary Hiram B. Patten Treasurer Frank B. Fowler Registrar Henry W. Colgan Historian Charles T. Barry Chaplain Rev Allan J. Philputt Board of Managers Rev Lewis D. Brown Louis J. Blaker Edward T. McKee W L Elder J H S Lowes Col Russell B. Harrison W C Smock Alexander Hamilton Indianapolis Inman H Fowler Spencer.
The street department oiled Capitol Avenue from Thirty-fourth Street to Fall Creek on Wednesday after numerous dust complaints. Large sweepers operated to remove dust before two tanks of specially prepared oil were spread. Street Commissioner Joseph Hogue oversaw the work all morning.
Representatives of wholesale houses and four city bank men met at the Claypool hotel and formed a temporary group to become a permanent branch of the National Association of Credit Men. Frank T. Day was named temporary chairman and a committee was chosen to report next Monday on permanent organization.
Cicero M. Barnett of Hartford Kentucky was elected president of the American Society of Equity at the convention's afternoon session winning 199 of 237 votes. J A Everitt declined candidacy and later spoke of unity and his role as founder. C D Pauley named secretary and U N Statts chosen vice president with treasurer duties potentially added later. H E Wilson was Barnett's sole opponent.
In a scuffle at Sawyer's barn on St. Pearl street Charles Allison of K2komo cut a gash in the throat of George Hickey. The wound was not serious. The incident began as a friendly encounter and escalated when Allison drew a knife. Police were not immediately called. Bicycle Officers Mullin and Stewart arrived after Hickey had left.
Chicago and Milwaukee police seek Mrs. Marjorie Quinn, a Milwaukee widow, and a wealthy Milwaukee broker who disappeared after reports she abandoned her 16 year old daughter Lillian in Chicago. Both are sought on child and possible desertion concerns amid cross state inquiries.
In Shamokin Pennsylvania Miss Lucy Doughton shot and killed William Klinger, then fatally shot herself after suspected jealousy over another woman. Police say no other details were released as investigators assess motive.
Advertisement claims quick pile relief without pain or surgery using Pyramid Pile Cure. Offers a free trial package by mail from Pyramid Drug Co and a full-size box for 60 cents at druggists. Warns against substitutes and emphasizes privacy and ease of use at home.
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