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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1904
Page
2
Yom Kippur began Sunday evening at sunset with services at the temple at Tenth and Delaware. Orthodox Jews filled the temple as Habbi Messing and Dr Feurlicht presided. Services continued Monday as merchants closed in observance. Feast of Booths starts the fifteenth day of Tishri.
In the commissioners room at the courthouse, tables overflow with cheap suits and coats from bygone eras as John McGregor poses as an imagined merchant. He almost sold a cutaway suit to Martin Huge, showcasing the bid discussion's curious turnout.
Eyewitnesses note surged foot traffic at the Claypool corner after the Traction terminal opening. Everett Smith is slated to coach the Blacksmiths this week, bringing hopeful players and stronger practices as Capt Fortune’s team shows progress. A foster care case in progress at Mrs Laura Gaebler’s home awaits grand jury testimony. An Artillery reunion plans a busy two day program at Battery A armory with vaudeville, parade, and campfire events.
The Southside Turnverein hosted its eleventh Fay Festival Sunday night with weather dampening portions of the program. President Harry Victor delivered the evening address while the singing society performed selections before the event concluded with dancing.
Shortridge beat Carmel 12 to 6 on Saturday but the win draws tough critique. Scoring was weak for a team boasting six veterans and four substitutes. Conner and Gipe anchored strong defensive line play while offense faltered throughout.
In San Francisco on September 19 the eightieth annual session of the sovereign grand lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows opened. Grand-sire Goodwin delivered the first annual report showing growth since the 1869 start, with subordinate lodge membership at 28,08 and total at 1,181,421 plus over 200,000 auxiliary members.
Chicago report details Alexander Dowie asserting his role as First Apostle of Christ on Earth and describing apostolic succession and divine origins for church leadership. Separate items note a ball game death in Beaver Dam and a teen inmate stabbing hospital staff in Columbus Ohio during an attempted escape.
Births listed include Merritt and Cora Machlan Indianapolis and Rosette Treadway Dus W Michigan with several girls and boys born to multiple couples. Deaths include Orpheus C Williamson aged 34 and others with causes such as gangrene tuberculosis hemorrhage and peritonitis. Marriages listed among several couples. building permits show multiple properties and values across Brightwood and nearby areas.
Chairman Thomas Taggart of the Democratic National Committee arrived in Chicago and met with Indiana Democrats amid talk of opening western headquarters He dismissed unrest reports and predicted unity among party factions while noting Parker would gain if rival Democrats rally behind him John Kern attended the Sherman House visit as the Indiana gubernatorial candidate.
London Brown describes Wasson fall offerings with rich browns blues and burnt onion hues across millinery cloaks and gowns. Hats blend multiple browns with up to four Ulun shades. prices range from 2.98 to 90 for fall hats and fur coats priced from 60 to 500.
A Chicago man shares a dramatic recovery from nervous system distress after switching to a food called Grape-Note. He reports improved vision, memory, sleep, and complexion, crediting the product and Postum Co. packaging with claims of restoring health and vigor within a year.
Indiana Republicans map heavy speaking tour with Senator Beveridge and J Frank Hanly as top campaign generals. Hanly to deliver 12 speeches, Beveridge route from Indianapolis Sept 28 to many towns totaling about 35 talks. Other leaders include Yerkes Rankin Knight Low Alligan Harding Shaw with Curtin joining Seymour date.
A long vigil left a dog guarding the body of a missing man in Idaho mountains while James A Nesbit, once a Virginia politician, wandered off and showed dementia signs. Berlin reports Russia will not recognize the Anglo Tibetan treaty, risking a serious conflict. A jailed mother Frances Sweatt is granted a release as Judge Stubbs renews the charge to return the boy, threatening to hold it against her.
Chicago dispatch reports Uncle Joe Cannon warned campaign managers that Democrats are busy in all towns and districts. He urged Republicans to intensify efforts to counter Democratic gains, claiming key districts could shift control if ignored. Samuel Adams, tied to DIF, notes likely Republican tilt in Indiana and broader private sentiments. Roosevelt aides and Senate figures discussed political matters without specifics.
In London and Albany regions reports describe a rescue of small boys from a rapidly advancing boat as surf and rescue crews led by Bal four and Lord Lytleton fought heavy surf to reach the children. The event followed a separate church gathering and conference notices in Albany, Indiana, with Rev. CB Baran delivering a Centenary sermon.
Wealthy property owner Rivitan stood firm against workers and an Indianapolis power company plan to build on the north side of Arch Street. He threatened to kill any who advanced, prompting about thirty men to be kept at bay while beer company influence was blamed for stoking the opposition. The conflict centered on delaying a salon and blocking a brewing firm’s involvement in the area.
In Cambria county a husband shoots his wife and son in Ebensburg after months of alleged abuse. Mrs Stephen Fellows dies at Memorial hospital from three bullet wounds. Son Charles, 18, is near death with a head wound but hopes rise for his recovery. Reports allege violent treatment and home destruction prior to the tragedy.
Baron George Mannere Aatley, a steward of the Jockey Club known for racing famous horses, died Monday in London. Born April 1867, he claimed the Derby title in 1885 and was a prominent figure in racing circles.
Advertises 30.00 round trip fares from Chicago to Denver with routes through Colorado Springs Purble and frequent summer travel. Mentions daily service with low rates from many points, limited departures from Chicago to central states, and two-night en route options.
Dela Sebatte, 16, was found at Union Station after leaving home with Charles Hamer, a schoolmate. They beat their way to St. Louis, where Hamer wore a suit loaned by him and then returned with her upon discovery. Hamer claimed miscommunication and explained his absence.
At a county fair in Kentucky on September 2, a man who had been giving exhibits picked up a baby and attempted to kiss it, allegedly choking the child and causing injury. Bystanders intervened and emergency crews treated the child, with police preparing to file charges as doctors work to determine recovery prospects.
Halifax Nova Scotia Sept 19 fire broke out at o clock Monday morning on the water front two blocks from Thursday’s big blaze. A hardware warehouse Braey Limited suffered damage while the fire department stemmed the blaze. No injuries reported.
Northwestern Traction Company timetable No 6 effective August 2 1904 shows Limited trains to Lafayette at 5 10 am and 2 10 pm and to Crawfordsville at 8 65 am 2 43 pm and 4 46 pm Local service to Lafayette Frankfort and Crawfordsville runs 6 8 7 and every year thereafter except on certain days Owner and agents list offices at 121 W Market and Crawfordsville with REY NOR and NORVIEL signatures.
A report describes a detonation incident where dynamite was dumped into the harbor by order of Minor Crosby. Winds limited the spread, confining flames to Bickford and Black's wharves. The fire led to multiple explosions but remained contained.
Train timetable fragment for Indiana Union Traction lists departure and arrival times between Indianapolis and Logansport with services to Lafayette and beyond. Notes limited trains, daily departures, and station at the corner of Kentucky and Capial (Capitol) Street.
Through passenger cars connect Indianapolis with Southport Greenwood Whiteland Franklin Amity Edinburg Taylorsville and Columbus. First car at 6 00 p m each hour to 8 00 p m with through cars at 1 00 and 6 00 p m. Express car from Gossty to Franklin and back at 2 22 p m and 6 00 p m.
The Indianapolis and Martinsville Rapid Transit Company issues a schedule effective September 1. First car from 47 Kentucky Avenue bound for Martinsville and intermediate stations departs at 6:20 p.m. and runs hourly on the half hour, with special service to Mooresville and Martinsville at specified times. Return trips begin 6:30 a.m. and run hourly on the 40 minute mark, with limited routes to Mooresville and Indianapolis. Express service to Indianapolis operates with morning and evening departures, though some times appear garbled.
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