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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1906
Page
2
Joe Galligan edged Unk Russell after ten hard rounds amid a crowd at the local athletic club. Russell showed limited offense, while Galligan, overweight at times, wore him down and opened a cut eye. Referee Ryan ruled Galligan the winner as Russell tied up and fought defensively most of the bout.
Public schools in Pike Franklin Mareen Washington and Perry townships opened the fall term Monday with attendance below average. Center Scatur and Wayne will open soon and Lawrence will open Sept 17. Pupils, now drawing to help on farms, will settle into classes.
Special to The Dan Borton Mase Sept 4 There is no doubt Robert A Unglaub will be the third batter of the Boston American league team in 1907 He will solve the question of who fits Collins shoes Unglaub has been playing for Williamsport excelled in field and hitting leading the semi state league in extra bases He is a durable hardworking player with batting superiority and club will be fortunate to secure his services if diplomatically handled this season
A fragmented automobile column discusses Charles G. Wridgway famed for a 100 mile record and a rivalry with Engie Bald Darmey Oldford and Tom Cooper. It notes a Broadway sighting of a vehicle painted gray, remarks on Pierce’s amateur status and ownership of an Arrow, and mentions the Glidden tour and AAA membership as key themes.
Indianapolis’s Isck Morgan won a ten round decision over Dilly Mayfield of Hot Springs at the St Joe Athletic Club in Fort Wayne. Mayfield was knocked down in the second but finished the bout gamely. Cooley beat Hubbard in four, Roy stopped Eddie Foy in two minutes, with Sam Murburger refereeing.
Paul C. Stenaland, former bank president, admits taking blame for a bank theft but declares cashier Henry W. Hering was the real culprit who stole from depositors. He claims Hering forged notes and used funds to gamble and support women, while Stensland says his own role was limited to earlier years and denies using bank money for personal gain.
Henry W. Imering former cashier of the Milwaukee avenue State Bank now jailed faces charges from Paul O. Stensland. In a Tangler cable interview Imering denies steering the bank’s downfall or taking large sums. He claims he had little to do with Stensland’s private life and doubts his former colleague is alive.
The mayor and city officials will discuss the erection of two new fire stations next year. One site is near Mary Tand Street and Kentucci Parkway, the other near Bouan Street and Virginia Avenue.
Henry Mellody endured a crushing stoppage in the 11th round as Thomas, the California welterweight from Chelsea, dominated from the opening bell. Johnny Blooney, Mellody’s manager, signaled surrender as the Boston bout ended in defeat for the local fighter.
A city ordinance requires installation of sprinkler systems in basement stores and factories. Fire Chief Coots notes many business premises are hard to reach and stresses sprinkler coverage as essential for safety amid widespread manufacturing firms.
Alexander Belford, once a powerful publisher and kin by marriage to a prominent figure, faces a terminal illness in Los Angeles. The waning influence of Belford is noted as he nears death, with local obituaries highlighting his past role and family connections.
Harness racing notes list a two heat 0 cless pacing purse of 40 with entrants including Atdells br m by J K L dam Yeaer Boy Geers and Ponnie Blethway ch h iG 231 Bononzg 4 Daily Seni bon Cox and others. Time 2: tha erg eH with Charter Oak Stakes and trotting events at 10 000 purses featuring Nut Boy Mack Mack Advancer Gold Lunt Mad Aristo Leorarde Tuna Paul Kruger Wickersham Lake Queen John Caldwell and Main Sheet entries plus draft figures and payouts for several horses.
Players and bouts dominate this clipping with Pilcher Brady of Little Heck striking out once in flawless fashion, Sullivan of Basiut fenders challenging world weight limits, and McGlynn ruled ineligible after York and Pan travel. Talks of future matchups with Attell, Carsey, Kauftman, Burns, and Berger frame a busy sports scene alongside baseball retirements and Boston Nationals woes.
Attendance at the Indiana Association of the Coming Men of America conven tion in Greenfield Ind was strong with a full program. Athletic events included fifty yard dash broad jump and fencing won by Anita Brenner and Jack Sells. officers were elected at the business session. initiation and banquet followed in the afternoon.
Mr and Mrs Ernest Tripp have returned to their home in Indianapolis from a Europe tour. They initially planned a continental drive but chose to finish the trip by auto from Ireland.
An advertisement extols Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills as a harmless cure for various pains. It claims fast, soothing nerve relief and praises the product for stopping headaches with a single tablet. The copy targets travelers and relies on testimonial phrases.
Mrs Luella Harris and children visit Mrs J A Swindoll in New Castle. Indiana Union of Tyer ary clubs committee met with Virginia Meredith and Dr Curry present. Social events include informal euchre hosted by Mrs Le M Cooper for Vera Verbarg and Mrs Connor before Europe trip. Various visits and returns among locals from Martinville to Chicago and beyond.
A Kentucky legislator's wife recounts a dramatic case where a baby fed Grapes Nuts and cream from three months old showed rapid improvement. The child, now three years old, is described as healthy, well formed, and intelligent, cited as a strong example of the claim that certain foods can nourish the brain and body.
The article recounts a county fair program with about 5,000 spectators. It notes Styke Thompson’s safe parachute descent, Marianne Tidwell’s amphitheater stroll, Fred Morris and Henry Simpson winning minor prizes, and a prize distribution of $60. It covers horse racing heats, a notable bullies race, and a horse shoeing contest declared a draw.
Special to The Sun reports Semmal Bell of Cleveland Indiana died from a stroke of paralysis. He was twice married and father of 18 children, 12 surviving. Bell served in the Thirty-Sixth Indiana regiment.
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