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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1903
Page
8
In Marysville on September 13 a shotgun campaign targeted thousands of blackbirds roosting in shade trees near an old school. Citizens enjoyed the birds as a delicacy but the state game warden halted the slaughter, citing protection for the birds. Authorities warn arrest potential for violating wildlife laws.
Salt Lake City reports Harry Duke, a former Kentuckian jailed for robbing Wells Fargo of 360000, may receive a pardon next week after his wife mobilized his former friends and secured him a mining job. In Lexington, Ky., Jason Isaacs was shot and killed by Harry Craik and Greer Strong after insulting his wife. the killers fled.
Bright flags flutter at the gate as opening day at the fair brings warm sun and a cooling breeze. Secretary Downing keeps a busy, friendly office while exhibitors rush to finish are ready for inspection. Judges discuss fence jumping, pickpockets, and crowd-driven issues as crowds enjoy indoor displays and curious farm scenes.
New York Sept 15 The financial district reports J P Morgan Co as managers of a conversion syndicate to swap 520,000,000 in United States steel preferred stock for new 5 percent bonds has called on syndicate members to contribute 5,000,000 in cash. The move signals an implied loss of at least that amount with potential total losses up to 16,000,000. The syndicate formed eight years ago with 100,000 capital aimed to supply 380,000 in preferred stock and 2040,000 cash for 100,000,000 in new bonds. Current market prices suggest significant losses to the group, including a 4,100,000 drop from bond values and a 12,900 fee in the exchange.
John R. Wilson representing the democratic committee and Lyng D. Hay for Chairman Logsdon have determined that employing voting machines in ten city precincts will be legal. Each chairman will file a plan naming South-side precincts and North-side precincts.
A Republican club organized to support the central committee discusses cooperation for campaign work. The group met with Chairman Logsdon and plans to confer with the central committee every Monday Wednesday and Friday through election eve in light of the subrosa formation of a three day poll and ongoing campaign actions.
An ailing Dr Hurty has left for the east under state health board authority and will not return for two weeks. Secretary Hurty remains out of official duties while recuperating in a period of rest and reflection away from cures and ru b les.
Mrs M P Clouse of Logansport is visiting Mrs C J McCort while Jeanette McCord and Berle Williams of Edinburg plan winter plans in Rome. The note hints at society circles and upcoming social exchanges.
Louis Henry, drunk and a boy from Cincinnati, was shocked by a live electric wire while climbing a tree near his home. He was rescued by a passerby who pulled him free, flames leaping from his body. He survived with severe burns to hands feet and skin.
The Indianapolis retail grocery association to stage a high class food exhibit at Tomlinson hall from October 7 to inclusive. Lectures on foods and cooking planned each afternoon and evening. Space requests must reach secretary Charles H. Taylor by October 2. Executives Frank T. Schooler N. A. Moore Robert Keller A. Lewis H. F P. Nierman Frea Bloemker Jacob Fitch head arrangements.
The Kilpatrick has unloaded 302 American soldiers for Philippines service who died of disease or battle. Four Indiana burials are Eugene A. Miller New Haven John W Aydelotte Worthington Frank Krause Linen City Corporal John H Kuhlman Buffaloville The item ends with an unrelated printer ad.
After three hours the jury found Adam Metzler guilty and sentenced him to 30 days in the Workhouse with a $26 fine. The state had two other cases against Metzler in police court but he was tried only in criminal court. The verdict rated not as strong as the Grinwold case yet deemed sufficient to convict, aided by Stella River’s testimony. Notices follow regarding liquor licenses and pool table privileges for Frank C. Kritsch and John I. Lewis in Indianapolis, Center township.
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