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Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1903

Page

2

Is Older Than Indianapolis Organ Seeks Indiana Museum Room

Mia Campbell of Momence Illinois owns an antique organ claimed to be made in Indianapolis over a century ago with glass keys and a rosewood case. Blatchley doubts the age and origin but notes the instrument could be valuable if space existed in the state museum. Campbell offered 15 dollars, would sell to the Indiana museum if possible.

Infanapolia Indianapolia Saga Blateney State Museum Mia Matthew Campbell Momence Ill Mr. Blatchley Indianapolio Campbell Indiana Museum Indianapolis Blatchiey THE SUN

Baldwin oil gusher tears skyward in Fort Wayne spectacle

In Fort Wayne Indiana on October 30 the Baldwin oil well bursts into a 75 foot high column of oil and flame. The uncontained flow periodically intensifies then explodes every four hours, sending a burning plume above treetops and scorching several acres. Roaring flames shoot from an eight inch casing during rest periods as oil is consumed.

Fort Wayne Ind Baldwin

Pitiable condition of an old veteran

Comaelus Worell, 76, an old veteran, lies in a pitiable state on a lounge at the Comet house in Washington street. Paralysis slowly feebles him as the City hospital prepares to admit him, after discharge from Lafayette home for ex soldiers. He traveled from Indianapolis with no local friends, drawing a small pension while relatives reside in Stockland.

Comaelus Worell Enrick Dallway Comet House Washington-st Worel Lafayette Indissapois Stockland Cody Wew York William Mo Tweed Choy Raphironsk Lafayette-place Mie

Cure from White Bread and Coffee Sparks Quick Recovery

A Quincy Illinois woman recounts years of dyspepsia and headaches before adopting predigested foods Grape-Nuts and Postum. After giving up white bread, tea, and coffee her condition improved rapidly, weight returned, and headaches faded. she credits the change to the new diet.

Apella Fostum Co Cattle Creek Mich Wellvay

Pyramid Drug Co Cure Promises Hemorrhoid Relief

A letter from Indiana touts Pyramid Lice Cure as a cure for hemorrhoids, claiming drastic relief after severe pain and a large rectal tumor. The writer, J.O. Littell of Arthur, Indiana, endorses the remedy and offers a free sample and booklet by sending name and address to Pyramid Drug Co in Marshall, Michigan.

Arcceeda Indiana JO. Littell Arthur Ind Pyramid Drug Co Marshall, Mich

Hoover to Hang for Indiana Killing at Michigan Prison

Edward Hoover sentenced to death for killing his father in law Frank Sutton in Indianapolis last May. The supreme court refused to reverse the Marion county death sentence. Insanity plea entered. execution stayed originally for Oct 2, now set for Friday Nov 14 at Michigan Chey prison.

Edward Hoover Frank Sutton Indianapolis Michigan Chey Supreme Court Marion County Criminal Court Hoover

Blacksmith Turned Minister Sanborn From West Medford

F. Arthur Sanborn born in Machiasport Maine four years ago followed a path from blacksmith with his father Cyrus Sanborn to Bangor Theological School ordained in 1892 then three years in Turner Maine and six in Witton Maine before returning to blacksmithing. He moved to West Medford a year ago, started a shop in Hall's Block, married with six children, and has recently resumed pastorate duties after neighbors learned of his ordination.

Sanborn Harvey Wright Gloncrater Mr. Sanborn Machiasport Cyrus Sanborn Hines Bangor Theologicas School Ilix Turner Congregational Church Witton West Medford Hall's Block Brooks Grammar School Twa Hall School

Poodle Torture Alleged at Eclectic Medical College

Mrs W N Park reports her poodle Nia to the Eclectic Medical College after it was allegedly captured and subjected to severe injuries on the dissecting table. Police were called. the college secretary denied faculty knowledge and sanctioned acts. Prosecutorial action promised if law exists.

W. N. Park E. Pratt Park Eclectic Medical College F. M. Wright

Swamp-Root Kidney Remedy Ad Promises Health

Newspaper style notice touts Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a universal remedy for kidney bladder and related ailments. It claims rapid and lasting benefits with vegetable ingredients and urges readers to obtain a sample bottle by mail. It cites testimonials and hospital usage to bolster credibility.

Kimmer Bright Kilmer Uwe Elzes Binghamton N. Y Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, X Indianapolis Daily Sin Indianapolis Daily Sun

Massacre Report From Berlin Echoes Far and Wide

The Tagblatt notes a massacre at Minehurian station Futardt where Chinese forces killed Russian soldiers and rivitans, with reports of heavy fighting near Berlin. The item highlights international violence and disputed casualty figures amid wartime confusion.

Berlin The Tagblatt Minehurian Futardt

Corset Steel in Her Heart at Niagara Falls

Autopsy on Mrs. Mary E. Nailidey reveals eight and three quarters inch corset pieces embedded in her heart after a sudden death on a Wednesday night at Niagara Falls. The garment ends show beveling from body movement. She was a 40 year old mother of six with prior heart issues. The cause remains undetermined pending postmortem analysis.

Niagara Falls Mary E. Nailidey Halliday

Corner Stone Laying Draws 20000 at Putnam County Court House

Twenty thousand residents packed Greencastle Indiana as banners waved for the laying of Putnam county’s new courthouse. Gov. Durbin spoke as dignitaries and local leaders attended the ceremony organized by the Masonic lodge. The project faced strong opposition but was approved by a February 1, 190% election by 1235 votes, and the building is hailed as a future county landmark. Advertising notes include Dr Wood’s Norway Pine Syrup and Kast Iron Shoes promotions from local Stand Up for the Enterprising Business Houses of Indianapolis stores.

Greencastle Ind Putnam County Durbin Ainta Indiana

Husband and Wife Die Together in Chicago

Horace Ly Green, editor of Free Thought Magazine, and his wife were found dead in their bed Friday morning. Gas seeped from two jets as rescuers broke the door, indicating a joint suicide. Financial reverses and ill health are thought to have caused the tragedy.

Chicago Ife Horace Ly Green Free Thought Magazine Hang Green

Woman Leader of Portland Land Ring Indicted

A grand jury in Portland on October 20 returned indictments against Emma L. Watson Marie L. Watson Horace McHinley and S A D Power for conspiracy to defraud and forgery in government land transactions. Watson is said to have led a ring that issued false homestead claims.

Portland Ore Sirs Emma L.watson Misa Marle L. Wate Horace McHinley S. A. D. Power

Industrial peace plan outlined by employers group

In Chicago the Industrial Association of America proposes lawful means to uphold law and citizen rights while promoting stable employer relations. Rev W J Roetcker supports labor inclusion, predicting 6,000,000 workers may join as the movement seeks orderly industrial harmony and improved relations.

Chicago Det Industrial Association of America Organization of American Employers W. J. H Roetcker Shelbyville Ind Hel

Armenian Poet Arrested in London Murder Case

Armenian poet Yahtan Krikart gna, an Armenian journalist, was arrested by immigration authorities on suspicion of involvement in Sagoun's murder in London. He allegedly admitted participating in the attack but said he came to study at Harvard. The Beorland yard bureau requested the action.

Arrett Roblon Beorland Yard Yahtan Krikartgna

Bryan speech disrupts post office curb rally in Toledo

In Toledo on October 30 William Jennings Bryan was ordered off government property after attempting a political speech. Frank Nile, a lieutenant governor candidate, announced Bryan would speak from the curb as taxes were discussed and Bryan urged support for Tom Johnson. Earlier in Kokomo an artificial arm caused a severe injury when a wagon wheel caught it, throwing Warren Dunn and injuring him.

Toledo Willam Jenings Bryan Uncle Sant New Port Ofice Frank Nile Tmp Buckeyes Tom Johnson Kokomo Ind Warren Dunn Dunn

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