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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1903
Page
8
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a case involving Mrs. Wet Keiles and Buckley with references to civil proceedings and alleged acts. The text is garbled, but mentions a death and a legal assignment or inquiry, with unclear dates and details.
The report recounts Lieutenant Peary leading another attempt to reach the North Pole. It emphasizes his crew, voyage challenges, and the bold aim to conquer the arctic expedition.
An official order from Fort Sam Houston imposes strict servant rules to remedy post tensions. Discharged servants are barred from the reservation, and any servant who waives an officer cannot work for another officer for six months without consent. Discharging officers must report names to the adjutant for placement on a district list to restrict access.
Cynthiana Kentucky reports Curt Jett was found guilty of murdering his cousin James Cockrill the town marshal of Jackson. A jury sentenced him to life imprisonment for killing Anarney J. B. Marcum.
James Grant Wilson, summering in Norfolk, is seen wearing a ring that contains hair from notable figures. The hair is linked to Napoléon’s barber and to Washington era memories, tracing to a hair cut from Napoleon, Washington’s, and Wellington’s circles. The ring’s lore ties to gifts and lineage through generations, forming a notable Westinghouse estate relic.
A notice reports Cole Younger faces an embezzlement charge in Nevada Missouri. The readable text notes accusations tied to property and alleged financial misdealing, with local officials referenced in the formal charge notice.
The event features three kinds of plows including walking and riding styles. Prizes range from eight to thirteen dollars for each category with separate divisions for men and boys. A silver cap will be awarded to the top scorer by Thenlare Kaser of Aurora. Women’s department will showcase farm kitchen and sewing in the Thomas Furry cove.
F X Schoonmaker, after three months of experiments, has been in Pike's Peak field, traveling to Chicago to report. He corroborates Whitney's assertions that electric force can be unlimitedly harnessed from the sky and practicalized, finding all Whitney's conditions true.
A division within Dr. Ridpath and followers surfaces after an unauthorized ward 12 committeeman claim. Johnnson, angered by the press report, states republican allegiance and support for the regularly selected ticket, warning of further winds to come.
A lively Tuesday night horse show drew fair attendance with hisses for unpopular prizes and applause for favorites. High school championship and unicorn classes excited the crowd while jumpers kept them engaged. Favorites like Amy and Captain Endsley drew mixed reception as judges awarded top placings amid lively tents and festive atmosphere.
The Volunteers of America northwest district including Indianapolis will no longer operate as a church auxiliary. They say churches fail to safeguard converts’ spiritual welfare after handing them to church shepherds. Chicago official Frank Penn, a convert, says converts are neglected when left in church care. Decision came at the district annual council in Chicago, covering Indiana Ohio Michigan Missouri Nebraska Minnesota Wisconsin.
Fort Wayne Ind Sept 23 a heavy fire swept a clothing store owned by Woltz Tires and spread to Ruben B Pattersons shop. The estimated loss was more than several thousand dollars with fire spreading from the initial blaze to adjoining premises.
A busy evening program includes Urand-Vaudewint and Empire Burlesque at the Grand and Park venues with a large crowd. Performers J Tanden and The Limonder headline, featuring aerials and comedic skits, while audience stunts and gags showcase the lively variety act with lively patter and audience participation.
The Citizens League, known for probing records, asks a citizen committee to examine ex prosecutor Holtzman. Indicated board members include Henry V Bennett of Indianapo la move, Charles E Coffin of Central Trust, and Ovid B Jameson. Indo American League hosts fall opening Indo American Woman's Restoration League meeting at YWCA Sparila Thursday at 2:90 pm with others on alternate Thursdays.
A Muncie Indiana soldier Herbert S Simmons was court-martialed for leaving service after only 12 days and sentenced to one year at hard labor. He appeals to the secretary of war via Indiana congressmen, seeking release before his long service begins. A grandson writes of his grandfather’s death since enlistment and hopes freedom would allow opportunity and future success.
Barr is found guilty of second degree murder in the Eugene Birch case after lengthy deliberation. The jury imposes a sentence ranging from two to four years in the penitentiary.
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