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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1906
Page
8
New York reports broad gains across sectors with advances led by railroad and metal shares. Market movement shows strength in Canadian Pacific and Erie while declines or pauses appear in some minor indices amid mixed early results and shifting investor sentiment.
Live stock receipts show hogs steady to higher with best hogs above 6.15. Cattle demand remains light for butcher stock, while fat lambs and sheep are selling at current late week prices. Market closes quiet. hogs strong, cattle steady, sheep slow.
Chicago live stock prices show cattle and hog markets with mixed demand. Prime beeves and feeders see some strength while western hogs and sheep receipts vary, with notable figures for mixed grades and native stock.
A preliminary conference was held in the afternoon by Indiana officials and state railroad company representatives to discuss a readjustment of freight rates. The Standard notes ongoing talks involving the Meltoe Melrin Association and Judge Rankert from the Branch of Common Pleas, as the state explores revised freight terms.
Democratic leaders allege voting precincts in Marion County discriminate against Democratic voters with Center Township at Norwood packed in a northern unit while others are seven miles away. County Chairman Theodore P. Davis calls it outrageous and unsafe, while Republican Chairman John Ruckehaus denies discrimination and argues population centers justify the layout.
Police probe unfolds after a woman is found dead near Riverside Park with Clark claiming no acquaintance. He met a soldier on the Bowery and cannot explain the movements before the fatal fall. Guarded by police, the case centers on the broken injuries and unclear circumstances surrounding the death.
A slate of Monday night political gatherings is announced across Marlon County with Democrats and Republicans planning events at venues including Meleger hotel and Purnell hall. Speakers include Frank Gavin J McChilough W W Spencer and others. County executive boards of Fifteenth ward meet at 200 W Washington with organizational remarks. Republican events feature W D Hedelek Caled Denny and William Bosson at 92nd Street New York Avenue.
Chicago grain prices start firmer with wheat and corn gaining on cautious demand. December and May contracts rise for wheat and oats, with a modest advance in corn. receipts noted for wheat and barley. Prices show early strength across the board amid market uncertainty.
Local securities show a modest one point decline for Traction 4 Terminul on the morning exchange with lingering rumors affecting bids. Names of banks railways and utility stocks appear in listings as investors eye Indiana markets, with limited transactions reported and notable activity in Belt Railroad and Indianapolis Street Railway shares.
A report details Chief Metzger’s illness at his Lexingien Ave home two days before duties, with hospital and physician visits noted. It mentions Leathers receiving a "D" and Leathers’ involvement in recent events, including a standout football performance and later decline in form during races at Shortridge.
Public notices announce the incorporation of Reagan Coal Company of Terre Haute with capital stock of 21000 and directors John F Murphy Frances M Dugger and Daniel E Reagan. Cadix Mercantile Company of Cadia lists capital stock of 10000 with incorporators Samuel Warner Maurice Warner and others.
A large Marion crowd heard Congressman Frederick Landis and Congressman Nicholas Longworth speak on the Republican ticket. Longworth praised Roosevelt leadership and warned against Democratic policies, while Landis stressed prosperity under protectionism and urged voters to back Republican candidates.
A railway disaster unfolds as a train derails on a trestle after the drawbridge allegedly fails. Divers recover 59 bodies, with 33 identified. Brakemen help passengers, and investigators probe the draw’s failure while wreckers salvage cars and debris.
The Board of Public Works of Indianapolis announces the initial assessment list for improvements on Ritter Avenue, Parker Ave, Irving Place East Fletcher Avenue approaches, and related roadway and sidewalk work. Parcel owners may remonstrate by November 21, 1906. full details and maps are available at the Board office.
A severe storm battered Gate Island area, leaving 800 dead and many missing. Survivors recount boats caught in heavy seas as vessels grounded near the coast. The Seripe Weltne Prine Association reports widespread casualties with limited escape routes during the incident.
Indianapolis Board of Public Works lists improvement resolutions for University Avenue Dearborn Street Tipton Street and more. Notices set remonstrance dates, assess property benefits, and require owners to review rolls at City Hall. Includes tracings of curb, paving, sidewalks, and utility work across several streets and alleys.
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