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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1904
Page
3
Mary M Marshall of Tipton Missouri reports her 77 year old mother markedly improved after four weeks on Peruna. The testimonial describes catarrh and digestive issues easing, with renewed vigor and gratitude toward Dr. Hartman and the Peruna Medicine Co.
Democratic operations in Chicago center on a four week plan with Taggart suspected of being sidelined by New York bosses. Reports from Cal New and Elmer Dover confirm headquarters may open in Indianapolis first, not Chicago, with internal party dissent and maneuvering shaping the national ticket strategy.
New York reports theatrical manager George Schuwah identified Mrs Gertrude Raverta as Nellie Verne a popular variety actress who has performed in all western theaters and once lived in Indianapolis with her husband Horace L Roberts a Big Four railway conductor.
Dr Segrave warns straight-front corsets harm beauty and cause health issues including dyspepsia sleeplessness and anemia. He also denounces cosmetics as unwise likening makeup to flowers daubed with blossoms that fade beneath artificial coloring.
A fragmentary account describes the Indiana state fair attractions with dramatic sights including exotic acts, muscular feats, and racing horses. Separate items note a fatal shooting and a divorce suit involving Mrs Gladya Burns and William Burns amid domestic turmoil.
Rising Sun Ohio County shows overwhelming sentiment against defendants in the Ghesply murder case as affidavits claim bias. Judge Downey may seek another judge to preside or risk proceeding Wednesday. Myron Barbour and James Gilesple ready for trial with others. Senator Ruthger set to assist prosecution.
The Carlisle Indiana area saw a mob drive Negro families from town after a shooting of Jasper Hammond by Constable T J Johnson. Homes were looted or damaged as fear of lynching spread, with Hammond hospitalized and coroner listing death as a self-inflicted wound in another incident nearby.
Shelbyville report shows J H Murray, of Indianapolis, accused of forging five checks for 25 dollars each to Hyrin Peters, a cement contractor. Victims include Fred Goodrich and Edward Mayor. Police found 120.38 in his possession after arrest.
Chicago dispatch reports Democratic and Republican leaders exchange remarks as Tom Taggart’s visit looms. Western offices may open within a week after his arrival, while local organizers deny immediate headquarters moves. Also note a separate account of a crushed foot incident involving John Wapp and a domestic dispute claim by Mrs. Elmire Rinhart.
Gov Dorbin came home Tuesday morning and began a stop at Connersville where he attends the county fair this week He plans to return Tuesday night He has no comment on removing Tost from the Bout Dako prairies.
Richard Hardin, a colored barber, faces a state case over a costly shave incident as he left Squire Smock's court. He says the local barbers union is responsible. A second matter in Shuire Stout's court concerns the barber union campaign against Sunday work and includes the Knox Denison barber shop dispute.
John Carson reports his 96 year old daughter Pear pad myate disappeared from their home. He claims evidence she is being held at a house on Senate and asks police to search it to recover the child.
Democratic leaders in Indiana eagerly await Tom Taggart’s Thursday arrival in Indianapolis. They anticipate his remarks on campaign strategy and speculate on how his presence will energize the state committee ahead of a formal campaign beginning. Taggart plans a Chicago stop before returning to New York.
In criminal court at Tyealin, Mrs. Mary A. Miller and Mrs. Gertrul sister wife of red Migr faced charges. Prosecution stems from a yuderel and the works board complaints raised by Miner and others. Judge Alford took the case under advisement.
Police report a chaotic scene as Toneph Weiss was detained after a string of distracted acts. A crowd gathered as powders scattered on a sidewalk and a crowd-control device was deployed. Weiss resisted briefly before officers escorted him away.
New York Sept 13 application filed for a receiver for the Consolidated Liquid Air Company. The firm is successor to the Tripler Hauld Air Company amid court inquiries into prior affairs. Claim highlighted include salary due of 573 and a request to place the company under receivership. The Tripler Squid Air Company status traced to Arizona incorporation in 1910 with substantial assets and patent ties to Charles E Tripter.
Judge Parker said the Maine election result was perfectly satisfactory to Winfield, aligning with his expectations. The remarks were made Tuesday, reflecting on the political landscape and confirming support for the anticipated outcome.
Baltimore crowd witnesses a fraternal order tour with visits to Annapolis and Chesapeake Bay. Officers and members travel by barge for an oyster feast and a fireworks display on the Patapsco River, drawing large crowds and local hospitality.
Fragmented local notices report a fatal friendly bout turning deadly, with Walter Koontz and Almont His immediate deaths amid a boxing scene. A separate item notes Simon Taiheim, evangelical worker, murdered at home. Charles Bayton arrested amid missing pension funds and a union context. The article carries ads for The Union National Bank and a local newspaper column placeholder.
Indianapolis cattle and hog markets show receipts and price ranges for various classes. Bulls calves heifers and cows list typical values with notices of steady or higher trends, while New York stocks open with gains and uneven shifts.
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