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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1902
Page
2
Dr J H Ford of Central Medical College argues rival factions of resurrectionists fight over bodies used for dissection. He urges Indiana law be changed to require colleges to obtain bodies, noting misidentifications and ongoing grave robbing across cities.
Dr John F Barnhill secretary of Central Medical College trustees says schools are short of bodies for dissection and may resort to grave robbery like the Cudahy case. He and Dr Alexander admit they do not know or wish to know the origin of bodies used for anatomy.
The race war situation in El Dorado remains critical as the commander pleads for citizens to stay indoors after dark until further notice. The request follows increasing unrest and troop deployment in the area.
Mrs Alice Gould of Maywood NL reports coffee made her run down and nervous. After six months on Postum she gained 18 pounds and feels revitalized. The family even observes their cat drink Postum while he refuses real coffee.
The Pleasant Hill cemetery near Traders Point remains untouched as relatives of Moses Gwin, buried July 18, show no interest in inspecting the grave robbed recently near Mrs. Hose Neidlinger. Locals fear shocking Mrs. Gwin and fear the ghouls. A vigilance committee with guns forms a crowd around the issue.
The acute trouble stage has passed yet the order to shoot to kill remains. The militia grows more vigilant after two Bean home attacks. Rumors mention a planned assault by lawless elements to force the Beans from town. It is openly stated that Black residents must leave with the Beans.
Ashland Wisconsin September 23 Michael Miller railroad superintendent was murdered in his Nash office Saturday night found in bed Monday morning a wound in the head suggested suicide Suspicion falls on Mrs James Cassady of Ashland who says Miller beat her in a dispute three weeks ago Coroner jury verdict unknown party shot Miller Cassady jailed for murder Miller prominent lumberman and railroad man in northern Wisconsin for years
Rome Sept 23 Archbishop Guidi papal delegate to the Philippines plans a new contract scheme between the Vatican and America to address Philippine religious difficulty. The proposal does not call for recalling the friars from the islands.
At the Spanish-American War Veterans convention in Buffalo a confrontation erupted when Col R B Harrison called W C Liller a liar after Liller accused altered minutes. Harrison attempted to advance but was restrained as tempers flared and accusations escalated.
Moment of upheaval as C H Mad den of Indianapolis yelled at Gen Laner while Col Harrigan was restrained by Col Hutchins of Iowa and D S Sauer of Louisville. Acting Assistant Adjutant General Clark ordered Gen Litter to face a court martial but Litter pledged to appeal to civil courts. Col Harrison called the incident over, saying the convention had vindicated him by ruling Liller falsified records.
Only a week left to raise about 35 000 dollars toward buying the Arsenal grounds for the Technical Institute. The committee has about 80 000 dollars raised so far with 25 000 pledged by Dr. Dickey and 20 000 the committee aims to raise. Subscriptions promised by many men remain unlisted while women and retailers are urged to pledge. A concert for the fund by Miss Alice Cullen is slated for next Tuesday night.
Calvin and Sophia Mann announce a girl at 2148 Coest. E M and Anna Hutton report a boy at 230 Trowbridge St. James W and Blanch McWhirter welcome a girl at 2810 Burton Ave. Charles and Dora Baase greet a girl at 1110 Chestnut St. J E and Anna White report a girl in West Indianapolis. Reuben and Emily Jackson at 29 N Ruth.
General Chaffee reports 34 enlisted men died of cholera in the Philippines from July 10 to August. The notice notes mail transmission to the War Department and cites the toll among military personnel in that period.
An ad copy imitates a medicine label for Chandler's Anti-Grippe Capsules at 217 Massachusetts Ave. It imitates the bold Lombox style of Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and references a cold remedy. The text contains promotional claims and a box illustration cue.
In a rapid age a writer warns women face stress and irregular bowels leading to piles. The Pyramid Pile Cure in suppository form is advertised as a quick painless remedy sold for 50 cents a package or mailed on request. A Chicago reader claims cure after doctors said only surgery could help.
Infant Mann stillborn at 214 South Gale Street. Christian J Braun aged 2 months died of broncho pneumonia at 15 Locke Street. M L Hoffman age 3 of 218 West Rayst Street died from cholera infantum. Carrie Morsiochky 36 died at City Hospital from typhoid fever. Ida J Johnson 44 of 1935 Ashland Avenue died of tubercular peritonitis. Henry Thompson 55 of Vandess Street died from nephritis. John Wilson 63 of 855 West Walnut Street died of tuberculosis.
A list of marriage announcements includes William C. Delaney and Ellen Ryan. Charles D. Brocking and Anna Klingen smith. Daniel Drake and Antoinetta Nel on. John F. Siersema Jr. and Blanche Gundelfinger. Joseph Traxpler and Rose Soloman. Michael Ray and Margaret Davis. Johnson P. Courtright and Hester Wig gins. Ernest Moore and Jessie B. Campbell. Charlies J. Stone and Margarette L. Weal. Earl Jeffries and Lulu Bucan. William L. Taylor and Ella B. Smith. Samuel L. Longworth and Florence Kunkle. Otto Dongus and Frances Oesterle. Harry W. Schreckengost and Maria Anderson. Charles A. Moody and Mamie J. Colden. Jashu R. Dolph and Louisa E. Mc Clan.
Special sale of wallpaper patterns with varied prices and embossing noted. James K. Cordray lists address in Virginia, while William B. Burford handles bindery orders. Dayton return trip to Indianapolis offered at $1.25 with a special fast train departing Indianapolis 7 a.m. and returning Dayton 6:20 p.m.
Property repairs and structures listed with owners and values including a brick and steel car barn for the Indianapolis Street Railway Co. at W Washington street costing 40000 dollars and various others such as cottages sheds porches barns and two two story houses valued at 2000 each along with additional repairs and additions across addresses on Capitol Avenue Meridian Street and nearby avenues.
In Rotterdam on Monday night Gen. Botha and Delarey urged redress for war damage and aid for the poor in the two republics. They cited $10,000 received from an American named Arthur White as an example and urged others to give.
Travel offer via Cincinnati and Return for Fall Festival with tickets sold September 15 17 24 26 and 27. Return validity one day from sale. Round trip options 3.30 and 4.40 with additional final unit September 29. Photographs and a $2.00 special from Clark at 116 North First.
Daily service to the Pacific Coast via Chicago and the Chicago and North Western railway during September and October. Sleeping car fare in a double berth from Chicago in Pullman Tourist cars is offered at a reduced rate. Inquire with ticket agents for details.
Indiana special train to Washington leaves Indianapolis Sunday Oct 5 at 3 06 pm arriving noon next day. Round trip fare 18 80 sleepers 4 double berth. Through ves tubulated sleepers and coaches on 3 06 pm train Oct 3 4 and 5. Daily trains 3 30 and 8 10 am 3 05 and 7 15 pm. Field headquarters at Fifteenth and G sts Washington for G A R and friends. W W Richardson D P A Indianapolis.
New York on September 2 saw a steady start despite high money rates and London price weakness. Strength in St. Paul stood out with rumors of control changes and reorganization of common and preferred shares. Readings were heavy and coal stocks lacked momentum. Philadelphia rumors claimed a strike settlement may be reached through concessions to miners.
Fremont Ohio September 23 Deputy Game Warden Albert Kirmes shot Ferdinand Bork a well to do farmer after going to his home to arrest two sons for shooting squirrels out of season Bork struck Kirmes with a corn cutter wounding his hand and neck Kirmes then fired and surrendered to authorities
David Kregelo age 90 of 414 N West St is reported in a more serious condition Tuesday morning after a period of illness attributed to his advanced age.
An old remedy for teething children by Mrs Winslow described as soothing gums easing pain and curing wind colic. The notice claims it is the best remedy for diarrhoea and prices it at twenty five cents.
An advertisement promising guaranteed returns with low outlay invites readers to investigate by calling 880 or visiting 121-13 E. Ohio Street.
Excitement bordered on a panic at the Chicago board of trade as September wheat jumped from 79 to 85 cents after Monday close while September corn held 62 and edged higher. Armours and Valentine reportedly manipulated the wheat market and could have earned about 2 500 000. TIRED MOTHERS. Hood's Sarsaparilla promoted as a remedy for fatigue and sleep.
Interior decoration readers are urged to patronize O J Kidd and Co at 442 Massachusetts Ave. News phone 3568. This advertisement promotes wallpaper sales and decorating services.
A collage of business names and services appears with addresses and offers. Entries include a photography and barber services at Knox’s, a dentist update, cleaners and dry goods, a dental college, and travel deal promotions for trains to Detroit and Chicago with dates and prices. The scattered items resemble a local directory or advertising page.
A damaged clipping advertises recovery of a lost article found through The 3Un s liners. It mentions contact via phones 880 and office at 121 123 E. Ohtost for retrieval.
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