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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1904
Page
2
A Victorian era pamphlet-style admonition links appendicitis to overeating and fast meals. It extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as prevention and treatment, claiming quick, permanent relief of digestive troubles and related inflammation, with emphasis on maintaining health through proper digestion and regular use of the product.
A man died after mistaking whisky for a harmless liquid. He drank a portion, swore off the bottle, then collapsed. Local authorities investigated, noting a series of missteps and the dangers of alcohol confusion on a windy night.
In an early 20th century report from Chicago, Mrs. Smith stood vigil at an isolation hospital as her 1-year-old daughter battled smallpox. A tense scene unfolds with a husband and father involved, a tragedy implied, and references to a hospital, a telegraph message, and a local inquiry.
George L. Knox, colored candidate for congress, leaves court amid charges of fraud and forgery, denouncing GOP betrayal as detectives hover and cheers mix with jeers. He vows to press his case to get his name on the ballot despite a board ruling and mandamus actions, with supporters and opponents arguing the political fight will shape votes in the county.
More than 200 Sister of Mercy students at the Wabasha convent in Chicago formed a disciplined drill during a basement blaze Tuesday night. Led by Mother Superior DeSales, they remained in rank as flames filled the drying room. the fire was extinguished with losses under 1,000 dollars.
SPECIAL TO THE SUN reports that a natural gas company failed on three wells in three weeks and damaged a historic well by drilling near it. Locals fear a gas shortage this winter as meters run low and supply constraints loom. Also notes a School No. 10 concert organized by the senior class for Wednesday evening at School No. 10 on Antrim Avenue and Thirteenth Street.
Special to The Sun New York telegraph column cites Standard Oil denial of Lawson accusations. It states the company has not engaged in political manipulation or non petroleum ventures and clarifies that no officers have sought nominations or supported a "Standard Oil party" in stock speculation.
Justin Rose, a farmer from Epworth, died suddenly Sunday and was buried Monday. Neighbors, uneasy about the death, had the body exhumed yesterday. A stomach examination is claimed to show marks suggesting poisoning to kill dozens, prompting a thorough investigation.
SCRIPPS MRAE TELEGRAM reports Duluth Minnesota woke to two inches of snow on Wednesday morning after a storm raged all night marking the earliest fall in years. Also from Springfield Illinois a state supreme court decision holds property transferred in contemplation of death does not escape the inheritance tax.
At a lively gathering in English's opera house Republicans Charles Landis and William J. English kept the audience in stitches with quick wits and sharp barbs. Charles H. Bankwalter presided as speakers, with Roddawkins Halfaway Judge Vince the Woow Admiral Brown and others in attendance. Landis praised Roosevelt for breaking a labor wave while ridiculing opponents, and the crowd laughed through a parade and speeches by Congressmen.
An advertisement extols Grape-Nuts as the root cause and solution for stomach trouble. A husband’s chronic diarrhea improved rapidly after starting the cereal, with claims of restored appetite and faultless digestion. The Portage Co. Battle Creek claim accompanies a 10 day trial promise.
An OCR fragment quotes a political speaker referencing Taggart Kern and other Democrats chased by soldiers. The text reels through biblical: Moses, Aaron, and Aaron’s garments, interwoven with names like English and Bryan, in a disjointed circumstantial passage.
Mrs Roosevelt plans to attend a public event in Washington to hear Secretary of State Hay deliver what is described as the administration’s most important public address this season. The trip is framed as a political appearance and a show of support for current policy.
Unclear OCR text notes a murder case surrounding Robert W. Taylor in Winnipeg. May imply a wife killing but details are garbled. No additional verifiable facts or names available.
Mrs Willian Welch wife of a prominent cattle vet has been cured by the new Austetan druggogues after twenty years of asthma. She now walks unassisted, doing hard farm duties and long walks including three miles on Sunday, drawing wide attention at the Austrian dispensary. Free samples are offered to those who write for speedier help.
California's unique natural wonders are highlighted with the Maripora Grove near Yosemite Calaveras Grove and a redwood grove near Santa Cruz. The Union Pacific advertises fast trains to the West and offers pamphlets and maps via W H L Connor Cincinnati Ohio.
Portland and Northwest Route via Union Pacific offers 200 miles along the Columbia River with cars close to the water view. Two through trains daily with accommodations for all classes. Inquire W H Connor G A 83 East Fourth St. Cincinnati Ohio.
Ex Gov Frank S Black will move to Frankfort after the election to wage a major legal battle to save Caleb Powers, sentenced for the Goebel assassination. He fears Powers did not fire the shot and offers services free of charge to a republican defendant amid long-running political infighting.
The Philippine executive board approved prizes awarded to Chase and Taft for war efforts. One winner received a chest and chiffonier crafted from native narra and cumogan wood, procured by Mrs Taft with a resident of the islands.
Demarr Macfadden, leading advocate of physical culture, delivers a lecture at Claypool assembly hall on Tuesday evening November 1. Topic listed as The cause and cure of weakness. Also a milk wagon for sale in Buna's sale column. Ten words free.
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