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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1905
Page
1
Gov. Hanly is summoned by a Rand County jury to explain accusations against David E. Sherrick and other men tied to the state's office operations. The probe concerns public affairs and potential misconduct within government circles.
William Murphy, ex alderman repeatedly indicted on graft charges, testified before Milwaukee grand jury and named two wealthy business leaders as bribers in a case involving Wells Building subway franchises and Filer Stowell side tracks. He delivered a warning to the jury and said he felt easier after confessing. Murphy had led a six year anti graft ring leadership perception and his revelations implicated prominent figures.
The Mississippian crest near 24 six tenths feet near St Louis and the Missouri river east of Hermann is rising slowly. Officials expect a 30 foot stage with a possible stand by Wednesday night while the upper Mississippi may show little change.
A blast at Palisades Laundry near New York in the early Wednesday morning caused damage to the building and disrupted the post office nearby. Firefighters responded as police reserves evacuated night workers and moved mail to safety while alarms and steam systems roused residents.
In front of Dean Munroe's barber shop on Agnes Street a brawl erupted involving Munroe, James Rial Adaes and Mare Ty Purdue. Purdue struck Rhoades with a chair and a revolver discharged into the ground. Munroe retrieved a billiard cue and struck Purdue as officers searched for Munroe. Rhoades was taken to City Hospital, later moved to Pellee Station.
A horse owned by Lan firegory and Averyman, driven by Fred Kron, bolted Wednesday afternoon on WW Washington near Senate Avenue. It ran east at speed and collided with a Meridian Street car at Meridian Street, injuring 26 and 30 Wadly. The horse owner and driver were uninjured. The buggy was damaged and the horse had to be shot by Patrolmen Lund and Mathes.
Gov. Hanly subpoenaed to appear as potential last witness in grand jury probing the Sherrick corruption matter. Witnesses Wednesday include Warren Bigler and Jafio Reed. prosecutor Benedict vows full fact finding as panel meets at 3 p.m. in the criminal court room under Judge Alford.
A jokey confrontation at a city market led to a ban on plying trades after the Board of Safety declared the stall prohibited. Marketmaster Kreation drew crowds by cursing the crowd and promising prizes to those who claimed never to lie or cheat.
Report details a coroner inquest into the death of James after a poker game in Cleveland. It notes post mortem costs, witness fees, and the involvement of Deputy Coroner Robertson. It describes a police matter at the Lorene hotel with Patrolman Patrick Shea, who faced a ten day suspension for drunken disturbance and related conduct, amid politics and internal board deliberations.
John A. McCall president of the New York Life Insurance Company testifies before the legislative insurance investigating committee. He asserts control over funds and says the money, including a $100,908 payment to Andrew Hamilton, was for real estate, but he cannot explain Hamilton’s use of the funds. He vows to produce the money on demand and denies any improper payments to legislators.
A raid at the Denison hotel on Pennavivnia street near Wabashal disrupted a poker game. Several men were arrested and bonds forfeited as officers from the police department, led by Supt Kroger and Capt Baylan, investigated a running gaming operation believed to have attracted attention citywide.
Mrs James Brown Potter the American actress has filed for bankruptcy relief to settle her finances and relieve creditors. The petition seeks a discharge, with a November hearing set, as theater ventures and debts have left her affairs in need of court intervention.
Lincoln Nebraska September 20 W J Bryan completely controlled the Democratic state convention defying an opposition faction backed by several country newspapers. State Chairman T Allen Bryan’s brother called the meeting to order and appointed key committees with Bryan as a delegate and a leading influence on the platform.
Stockholm dispatch reports the death of Adolph Heden known as the Father of the Mwedisa rikatag. He was born and attended 22 positions of that body and died.
A Murky case unfolds around HENRY CHET and WARD Corr with calls for pension details. Police indicate confidence in earlier statements while city officials offer limited comment amid ongoing inquiry. The mayor declines to clarify specifics as the probe continues and public interest grows.
Chicago reports former president of the Warnace and Wagan Workers union pleaded guilty to an assault with intent to commit murder. Indicted alongside Feely Casey and others, he admitted involvement in a plan linked to rising and taveder schemes. Court announcements and uproar followed the guilty plea.
New York report cites Augusta Pfeifer and stableman George Steinager as key witnesses in the murder case. Steinager claims Girard spoke with Pfeifer and may have followed the missing woman the night she vanished. Nashua police reported no trace of Girard.
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