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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1904
Page
1
Report from St Petersburg states a reconnoitering force drove back the Japanese near Mukden with slight Russian losses. Japanese concentrate south of Mukden as assault on Port Arthur renews, with fierce fighting and shells heard from Chefoo.
William Mangtile of 2311 Beilefantatnesst told the court he towed a balance on a fine and came to jail to work it off. He claimed honesty and said he could not pay the fine, asking to serve time until the debt is settled. He was held until the fine is worked out.
A man stole six pounds of butter from Edward Scott's refrigerator at 2 Fayette Street Sunday morning. A neighbor saw the thief remove the butter and shout a remark before the man escaped around the back of the house.
The board of works approves a 22 900 linear foot South-side sewer project named Jona st adlerst. It will feature a main 1y foot brick structure starting at White River and Adherst. and extend to Min nesta Iowa Carton and Lincoln-als with future connections. Union National Bank promotes business facilities.
Prince Herbert, only son of Prince Otto von Bismarck, died at 10:15 yesterday in Friedrichsruhe. The heir to Germany's imperial leadership, he was groomed for chancellor and advanced quickly in diplomacy, serving as foreign minister by age four and participating in major international affairs.
Pittsburg September 19 a meeting of the eriegance committee of the Brotherhood of railway trainmen held in Pittsburg. It is possible a plan will be made to end tensions over a strike by Fort Wayne system trainmen west of the Pennsylvania Lines. Fort Wayne trainmen in Conway and Freedom spoke against a radical move while older employees oppose striking. Local sentiment remains that the situation is not serious.
The annual German Kirmes to be held at Germania park south of Garfield on Sunday September 5 features prize bowling dancing a wheel of fortune an antique shop and a German village built in the old home style A village band will play tunes loved by older residents the Ganeing will include antique toys and heartwarming customs foods like toart Mes sausage and more in a Mosel valley inspired tent Mosel wine will be served and a grand fireworks display will close the event all items recreated to mirror German village life 25 possible activities listed
Council may enact removal of all Standard Oil tanks from the city. A safety committee to draft trade crossing protections will be formed. Finance committee likely not ready to report on the ten appropriations.
Police nabbed Amos Meyers of Martinsville Saturday evening as he walked down Kentucky avenue with a can. He confessed to stealing a stove from the traction station at Kentucky avenue and Maryland street, claiming he did it to prepare for winter. His cage was continued. In Toledo a collision between Cincinnati, Hamilton & Dayton passenger trains occurred about 11 o'clock Monday morning at Consaulet, wrecking both engines with no fatalities.
A daring Indiana swindler, posing as Dr A N Frank and later Dr Richard E Bell of Terre Haute, hoodwinked Cincinnati and Indianapolis firms. He used a Merchants National Bank of Indianapolis check for 1017 to buy autos and goods, then fled. Police in Cincinnati and Indianapolis seek the suspect, described as five feet ten inches, slender, sandy beard, wearing brown suit and hat.
At a special meeting the marine health board moved to create a full medical inspection system for public schools. A provisional list of 20 Indianapolis physicians was prepared and the board will seek their consent. President Dr. Reyer noted names will be disclosed after physicians are notified and the program could start by Oct 1. Endorsed by school commissioners who refuse to cover costs, the plan aims for minimal expense and monthly hospital requisitions for materials.
In Marlin Texas on September 19 two daughters aged 1 and 13 confessed to killing their farmer father C S Stewart over his plan to remarry and avoid a stepmother. They stated he instructed prayers before being killed and admitted beheading him with an ax, causing wide community shock amid the grisly motive and the daughters’ young ages.
An Indianapolis chair factory strike led to Hugh Tapp's criminal trial on charges of assaulting Luke Fitch. Testimony showed Fitch remained at work during the strike while Tapp and co‑striker Thomas Fitzgerald allegedly conspired to whip him. Tapp claimed not to strike and left after hearing screams. judge postponed judgment until further testimony. Attendance included several well known manufacturers.
Cairo, Sept 12 report two negroes fled Bryan's Landing after a craps game turned violent. A white man, angered by alleged cheating, returned with companions and opened fire on the players, killing six and wounding others. one victim had a head wound. Local details scarce as investigation begins.
George Hunt, 3. a recent assault and battery detainee, escaped Monday at 11 p m from the workhouse stone house. With the guard’s back turned he struck the south windows’ padlock with a hammer, leaped 35 feet over the eight foot fence, landed in the weeds outside, and fled west through the canal bed into trees. A search posse is scouring the area but has not found him.
Courts in Marion County opened for the term on Monday with Judge Carter leading four divorce cases. Other courts, including the superior and circuit benches, also face multiple divorce matters for this term.
Horace Tarbell, longtime superintendent of Indianapolis public schools and noted educator, died after a period of failing health. His scholarly achievements and fifty-eight years of life are remembered by the community and colleagues.
Gertrude B Shrake was granted a divorce from John Shrake by Judge Carter on Monday The claimant stated her husband would not support her and the court entered the decree in favor of Shrake in a district proceeding
Pretty Lillian Trexier a 13 year old girl living with her mother at 36 N Senate Ave leaped from a flying automobile after two men refused to stop and take them home near Walnut and Meridian. She struck the pavement with great force suffering a crushed skull and is in critical condition. Her companion Miss Weddell escaped and was found unconscious. both girls had been celebrating a night out after a performance and were coerced into the car by the men named McCurrin of Darton and Burns of Covington Ky. The men were released after police questioned them though investigators may pursue charges if Trexler’s account is confirmed.
Fragmentary notes describe two girls once employed at Weber drug Store soda fountain in the Claypool hotel building. At noon Monday a condition is noted as improving for Miss Trexler after advice from Dr Boos. details of the incident remain unclear and partially unreadable.
DEVNOIT Mich Sept 1 Joseph Kirwin under arrest for chloroforming and robbing Mrs M B Sweeting at Jackson while a passenger on the Western States from Buffalo to Detroit. Oiler on steamer known as the stranger he is suspected of other crimes and of murder in Cleveland last Spring. He served a Toledo prison term and has been turned over to authorities for assault and robbery on the high seas with death sought as the extreme penalty.
John Taylor of 623 East Miami Street assaulted Mrs. Sarah Turk at Liberty Street and was arrested by Patrolman Shine after a manhunt. His daughter Celia is described as a young girl. Taylor, 41, had trouble with the Turk family over Celia. The case continued in court Monday.
Mrs Jacob Tyce was shot in the cheek and head at their home near Clarksburg and remains alive but not expected to recover. Tyce, who had been drinking, then shot himself in the temple. The couple had been separated for months.
Gas companies Gace and off firms are among waders in the district of nflana corporations. Despite reports the gas field is overworked, new companies continue to form. The Indiana Northern Oil and Gas Company based in Kokomo filed articles of incorporation with $25,000 capital stock.
Emma Chadwick testified Monday that her husband snapped a revolver at her three times and threatened harm. She said she wrested the weapon from him and cast it aside. Judge Carter dismissed the case despite Mrs. Chadwick’s stark testimony and alleged blame.
Patrolman Dan Haley arrested George Fritze at 43 East Washington Street on a wheel riding charge after a failed light. In court Monday morning Willam Proch of 20 North Senate Avenue was fined one dollar and costs for riding his wheel on the street without a light.
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