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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1903
Page
8
A garbled passage references indictments, a September graduation, and mentions of places and people like Kentucky and Irena Water. The text is heavily garbled with multiple misspellings and incomplete phrases, making it difficult to extract a coherent news event or clear entities.
At Mondus night the long-pending natural gas ordinance was approved requiring Kekemu Ras users to install gas meters by Oct 1. The rate stands at 23 cents per thousand feet with a minimum charge of 4.6 feet monthly, and the supplier had refused to sell gas without meters.
Big Four officials scheduled a Tuesday meeting with boilermakers to resolve a wage dispute that has stalled progress. The boilermakers seek raises from a base of six to a higher rate, with H. Garstang noting current pay levels are the highest in the region as discussions continue.
In Bloomington Indiana on September 2 an accidental stage gun misfired backstage during a theater performance. Lila Canady was struck in the forehead by a bullet from a revolver used in the third act. Bridge Nichols picked up the weapon which discharged unexpectedly, the bullet ricocheting through a side door and striking Canady.
Depopulation in Corman Rural District as farmers flee to America leaving only few workers. By summer 20,000 harvesters were hired, many from Galicia, to gather crops. Government faced strain from suppressing Polish insurgents while importing Polish harvesters to the frontier as harvest completes.
In a disrupted Friday schedule at the championship venue, the doubles finals faced delays with players including Kinsiny and Frank Daver slated to compete. Beth teams vie at home as Riveral and Hee face changes, while officials report a fire incident affecting proceedings and triggering safety checks.
Readable parts indicate a chaotic sports item about a team rallying to score, with references to a city arena and a breakthrough at a late point. The fragment mentions targets, viewers, and a game context but lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes to confirm specifics.
A blotted review outlines a three days Park engagement featuring one act comedies and musical numbers. Acting by Esmonde and James D. are praised in a vaudeville style show with Kelly Vin leases and imitators and a dramatic plot about a kilanped girl in the main production. The Empire theater offers a mixed bill with song acts and comic episodes, while the Kentucky hillms piece draws mixed notices and limited originality.
Secretary Wilson stated that crop prospects are good, addressing recovery in the Western and Great Plains regions. He urged focus on farm relief and congressional action, noting partisan divisions but emphasizing the need for steady policy to support agriculture this season.
Fragmented text shows supporters of Bookwalter launching a picture campaign while a Republican event mixes muddled names and unclear actions. Mentions Sterling Ro Haut and John reelaman in uncertain roles as the campaign unfolds with a show and power dynamic noted.
A report from Vincennes notes Jad Park and Carrie Chamber, childhood pals on adjoining Vigo farms, obtained a marriage license but were blocked by chambers' father until Edwardport mediation united them. The piece then shifts to a New Year reflection on the Hebrew calendar and celebrations marking 5664.
Fragmented OCR text reports preparations for a Berkshire bag exhibit at the St Louis world’s fair aboard a red wagon. It notes a camping trip on Whitewater river near Brooksville and references printing services and classified notices for help wanted rooms for rent and a Sun office contact in Ohio Street.
An Indianapolis horse show drew a refined crowd as riders displayed skill and pageantry. Spectators watched prize events, with several notable participants earning recognition amid a night of sport and spectacle.
A diplomatic arrival at the Portuguese frontier led to the ambassador being detained after discovery of contraband. He was arrested, fined Lwu poatids, and later allowed to continue his journey to the city of Vorlugal. Witnesses reported the incident occurred Monday as officials checked eight ounces of tolaere among Nir beluughart.
Terrific conflict described featuring a battle with a devil fish offshore. Report notes strong currents, rapid maneuvers, and near capture of the creature. Survivors report high tension, splashes, and a swimmer evading an attempted grappling clash near shore.
A garbled account reports Sour Lake Texas growing rapidly with influx of prospectors, new roads, derricks, and booming oil interests. Citizens anticipate major development as population and commerce surge, while local signs hint at a future metropolis in the region.
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