Women trapped by police rule drive reform efforts in city
Report describes women in illegal establishments living under Chief Kruger’s rule that all inmates must register at his office. Arrests for immoral character prompted fear to walk streets, debt to proprietors, and obstacles to leaving the life even when desiring reform. Attorneys sometimes help strike names from the registry, but debt and police policy keep many in the system.
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Kruger
Christian F., Kyuger
Cora Clark
Ella Leffler
Adolph Asch
al Sith
Uley
Uiler Che Impre
Chi Iergers
Virtius
Kragers
Palace Court
Out in the State Kokomo and Nearby Locales
The report lists multiple incidents across Indiana towns including Eliza Williams’ hip fracture in Kokomo, Sidney Cantwell in Hartford City in critical condition, an elopement and marriage in Crawfordsville, bank robbery suspect Copps released in Hartford City, John Bowie seriously burned in Morocco, Carson George’s burial in Columbus, Thomas Smith’s death near Sherida, John Mauzy’s murder conviction in Warsaw, Judge Stimson’s order at Terre Haute, William Hutton’s fatal accident in Anderson, James Ced Waxon’s death in Muencie, heavy rains easing river levels in Patoka and White counties, a murder acquittal in Jeffersonville, and John Calvert’s alcohol-related death in Brooklyn.
Dr Miles Heart Cure Ad Promises Strength to Heart
An advertorial plea touts Dr Miles Heart Cure as a remedy for chest pain fatigue and heart strain. It recounts a patient who credits the product with relief after dubious medical treatment and asserts guarantees and refunds through Miles Medical Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles
Drea
Memphis
Igist
Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
Fighters Are Wonderful at Indianapolis Auditorium
The Britt and Nelson fight pictures shown at the Wednesday matinee and night at the Auditorium claim to capture a superb display of photographic art and motion. Spectators saw a fierce contest with Nelson pressing the attack and Britt fighting back bravely until a decisive blow sent Britt to the canvas. The clear images reportedly reveal the pain on Britt’s face, while Nelson’s recuperative powers and relentless assault marked one of the greatest prize ring battles in memory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britt Ag
Indianapolis
Nelson
Britt
Gure
Hritt
Foxe
Old couple found dead in Wolcottville home
In Wolcottville Indiana on October 26 Mr and Mrs David Lower aged 36 and 88 were found dead in their home. Initial reports suggested murder and robbery but physicians attributed deaths to coal gas. The article also mentions upcoming Republican and Democratic meetings with listed speakers at several locations.
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David Lower
Wolcottville
Ind
What Will Book's Plurality Be?
Betting centers on Bookwalter’s plurality as election day nears. A $500 stake was posted at Harry Walker’s for Bookwalter, with $500 matched by Holtzman supporters. Holtzman offers at Cir cuit and Denison house match the general drift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bookwalter
Harry Walker
Holtzman
New Team for Louisville Aims to Move Detroit Franchise
A plan circulating from Louisville asserts the American Association will swap teams with Detroit. The Detroit club would move to Louisville and the Louisville Av Tae Tedo squad would relocate to Detroit, reshaping the league structure. J. H. Hager of Louisville police, acting for Ban Johnson and Chicago interests, holds an option on the old circus grounds near the city heart.
Fragmented clipping on a death by morphine overdose
Fragmentary OCR shows a woman named Susie viewed as possibly insane by a neighbor. It notes she took morphine, died before aid arrived, and mentions a neighbor watching and a claim of tempera or temporary state. The text is garbled and lacks clear dates, places, or official statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susie Ie
Uae
Inco rporations list with mixed names and firms
Incomplete OCR lists multiple corporate names and individuals with scattered details. Entries include Phillips Creamers association, St Falllips manufacture, Lufton Trust Greensburg, Letchenen Pleasure and Social club, Marion Realty, Forest Improvement company, Capital stock figures, and various person names. The text is garbled with misspellings and partial addresses, offering fragmented hints of incorporations and business aims.
School Boy Wounded In Michigan Street Shooting
William O D l a ten year old boy was shot in the left arm on Michigan street by Edward Vanford. Vanford was arrested after a disturbance with a crowd at the scene. The boy’s wound is described as not serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weyson
Danse
Donnels
Bookwalter Defends Honest City in Fierce Indianapolis Speech
In a fiery opening to neighbors, Bookwalter denounces trials of public figures, cites Delavan Smith, and vows to curb evil during his mayoral term. He defends Judge Brown, Theodore Roosevelt, and others from slander while condemning a harsh, tainted registration system.
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Ney
I Sears Oakwalter
Aaltzgnun
Saad
Delavan Smith
Indbinapotts News
Lake Forest
Bookwalter
Tomlinson
Chicago
Benjamin Kurrisin
Lim
Indianapolis
Indiana
France
Edianapolis
Paris
The Road to Wellville Postum Testimony
A Wisconsin student praises Postum Food Coffee as a cure for coffee poisoning. He describes relief from stomach issues headaches and insomnia after switching two years ago and notes improved digestion recovery of weight and better sleep. Battle Creek Michigan endorsement features in the ad copy.
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Postum Food Coffer
Wisconsin
Pnstum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Riley 18 in Chicago with railroad official at inter state meet
Charles B. Riley, a member of the Rails road Commission, attends the inter state convention in Chicago on Thursday and Friday. The gathering aims to press Congress to adopt President Roosevelt’s transportation recommendations.
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Riley
Chicago
Charles B. Riley
Railsroad Commission
Hanly
Congress
Roosevelt
Strikes Grow as Railroads Face Disruptions
The report from St. Petersburg notes a developing rail strike with broad implications. Officials warn food shortages may spread, and observers fear desperate crowds could push for food access as the movement widens. The situation remains unsettled with potential further unrest.
Personal effects of Miss Alive Roosevelt arrive in Washington
The personal effects of Miss Alive Roosevelt, arriving on the steamer, have been removed and shipped by express to Washington. Three cases were attached, including one describing items of a personal nature. None of the items exceeds the most square dimensions.
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Scripps-M'Rre Press Association
San Francisco
Vet
Roosevelt
Express
Washington
Rescue at large fire halves trapped workers in building
Fire on the third story of a molding company building in Chicago trapped workers Hremen and others. Rescuers used ladders at windows to reach them. Smoke and flame caused by a paint incident spread, delaying collapse and saving lives. Loss to the building and contents estimated at ten dollars.
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Bcripps-M'Rae Press Association
Chicago
Hlinots Moulding Company
Cured in a Week by Cuticura Soaps and Ointment
A man recounts fifteen years of scalp and skin sores cured in one week by Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment after three days of use. He credits quick relief and complete cure following a friend’s tip and notes his address in Allegheny, Pennsylvania.
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B. Franklin
Washington St
Allegheny
Neglect to Enforce Sanitary Law Sparks Political Tension
A city health board ignores a recent ordinance limiting sleep in crowded rooms amid political maneuvering. Dr. T Victor Keene has collected data on foreign Hunyaks, housing 15 to 22 individuals per room, posted warnings in Hungarian, but delays enforcement to avoid stirring local political debate.
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Holtzman
Board of Public Health
Indianapolis
Hultazniin
Rockwalter
Rookwalter
T. Victor Keene
Keene
Ile
Hoosiers Remarry After Six Month Divorce
Special to the Sun reports Guttmimue Hobart scene where Neil Brown marries his former wife Lydia Elrod, divorced six months earlier. The couple had wed about 50 years ago near Lagunsaport, and had a large family now scattered as most children also married. The unions reflect a renewed family life after a long separation.
Madison Hosts Annual Conference Delegates Ride Trolley
The next annual conference of the DA RR will be held in Madison with delegates given a trolley ride on Wednesday afternoon. Officers are to be elected Thursday afternoon. Nominees for state regents include Mrs. Richard Guthrie of Madison, Mr. Ball of Muncie, and Mrs. E. Perker.
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Madison
New Albany
Ind
Richard Guthrie
Ball
Muncie
E. Perker
Fatal Explosion Destroys Sand Dredge Colorado
The Colorado oiling dredge exploded Wednesday night, killing the engineer and fireman and injuring three others. A recent mover within the region is noted as the sultan’s conference arrangements in Tangier with Spain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lolis
Colorado
Postponed races for local auto association to next week
The local auto racing association postpones Thursday’s events due to a football game and will run the races at an unspecified time next week. Had the football game not occurred, the events would have taken place Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoeden
Avondale Heights Theater to Close for Remodeling
Avondale Heights will shut its winter theater for a week or ten days for carpenters and painters to redecorate the interior. The renovated venue will reopen on November 6 with top talent and a formal reception. A souvenir will be presented to all guests. During remodeling the auditorium will host prize dances by various groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avondale Heights
Jedha
Pyramid Pile Cure Ad Promises Quick Relief and Cure
An advertisement from Tyramnin Drug Co promotes Pyramid Pile Cure for piles, claiming instant relief and cure after using suppositories. It includes a testimonial from T. A. Sutton of Merion Indiana and offers free samples by mail, with a full treatment priced at 50 cents if available locally.
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Sory
T. A. Sutton
Stone and Cement
Merion
Ind
Tyramnin Drug Co
Marshall
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John W. Baltzman
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James J. Milehcals
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James J. Mitchell
Louisville
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National Biscuit Company Bakeries
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