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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1907

Page

2

Dearest Husband Found In Chicago Household Hero

United Press reports a Chicago tale of domestic virtue as Robert K. Hill, an insurance executive and husband of Emily M. Hill, is celebrated for rushing home to cook supper while his wife attends W C T U convention events. Miss Mary Kenny lauds his support, and Hill was at home frying steak and potatoes.

Chicago Robert K. Hill Emily M. Hill Cook County Wa<ave Hill Mary Kenny

Ryan to Manage Montgomery Club Next Season

Jimmy Ryan, former Chicago Nationals star under Capt. Anson, will manage the Montgomery team in the Southern league next year. Robert J. Chambers, president of Montgomery, signed the contract in Chicago after a recommendation from Cubs president Murphy.

Chicago Jimmy Ryan Chicago Nationals Capt. Anson Montgomery Robert J. Chambers Ryan Murphy Cubs

Look For A Brunette: Wife Missing From Kentucky Farm

Special to The Sun Louisvill e Ky September 26 John D Ethington a farmer near Frankfort Ky arrived in Louisville tonight seeking his wife Lizzie Ethington who left home with their three children several days ago. He will continue the search in Indianapolis. Lizzie is described as a 24 year old brunette and mother of three.

Louisville John D. Ethington Frankfort Lizzie Ethington Umthington Indianapolis

What Witch A Husband’s Question In Postum Ad

A Montana woman shares her husband’s recovery from coffee related stomach issues after switching to Postum Food Coffee. He stopped vomiting breakfast for years, then regained appetite and strength. Her sisters also improved after abandoning coffee for Postum. The ad urges readers to consider Postum as a healthier beverage option.

Mont Wellvills

Gravel and stone rail rates debated in Indiana inquiry

Indiana railroad commission opens the gravel inquiry as half a million yards of gravel and crushed stone are shipped annually for road building. Representatives from many lines argue that uniform pricing is impractical due to differing conditions and that railroads offer special rates to promote good roads and year round shipment, aided by seasonal coal car capacity.

Indiana Railroad Commission Lake Shore Monon Southern Indiana L. E Pennsylvania Wabash Illinois Central Big Four Vandalia Indianapolis Southern Indiana Harbor

Gould nose bumped as Freshmen beat sophomores in cane rush

Jay Gould Jr son of George Gould led Columbia Freshmen to victory in the annual cane rush at South Field. After a half hour struggle the sophomores were driven from the field as the freshmen used a fake retreat then rallied to win. Gould planned the tactic and will study engineering to fit the railroad interests. He left with a bleeding face and swollen nose.

New York Jay Gould George Gould Columbia South Field Thia Young Gould

Free Photos Hit Marriage Ads in Forest Hill District

United Press reports Forest Hill Chicago suburb uses free photographs to lure wedding business. Justice Frank Lehman markets "Lehman Cupid Venus and company" offering gratis three photos with marriages at current rates. Ads promise convenience and door delivery via Madison stear.

Chicago Gretna New York Frisco Lakes Gulf Forest Hill Harlem Justice of the Peace Frank Lehman Madison Stear

Havlin Weds in Birmingham Toward New York Home

News from Cincinnati reports the marriage of John H. Havlin a millionaire theater and hotel owner to Mrs Charlotte Baldwin of Birmingham after Havlin’s year as a widower. The couple plan to reside in New York.

United Press Cincinnati Birmingham Ala John H. Havlin Charlotte Baldwin Havlin Havlins New York

Oranges And Blossoms Romance Ties Cincinnati Couple

Miss Caroline Regensburg of Cincinnati and Harry Maundell, son of a California landowner near San Francisco, wed at Lawrenceburg. Maundell had written his name on paper inside oranges his father raised. Regensburg, working in a local store, opened the orange to reveal the name and sparked their correspondence.

Cincinnati Caroline Regensburg Harry Maundell California San Francisco Lawrenceburg Maundell Miss Regensburg

Pyramid Pile Cure Promoted With Free Trial Package

An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a painless cure for piles. It promises a free trial by mail from Pyramid Drug Co in Marshall Michigan and notes after using the trial the same medicine can be bought for 50 cents. It cites letters of satisfied customers and urges readers to decide for themselves.

C. Crowley

Young Robbers Suffer In Marion Robbery Case

Roy Barnes and Walter Campbell, youths from prominent Marion families, received sentences of one to 14 years for robbing veteran Richard MecGuire of 185 dollars at a hotel. Law Wallace and Fred Rice faced acquittal. MecGuire deposited the money with a hotel clerk. later he reclaimed it, and four youths allegedly split the funds. Confessions and restitution followed arrests.

Marion Ind Roy Barnes Walter Campbell Law Wallace Fred Rice Richard MecGuire

Unger Mayer Marriage Quiet German Church Ceremony

Miss Anna Mayer daughter of Henry Mayer wed George Unger in a Wednesday evening ceremony at the German Reformed Church. Only immediate family attended and the couple will reside at 824 S East Street after October 15.

Luncheon at Zetathea Club Celebrates Presidents Day

Zetathea club held a Wednesday luncheon with Mrs Eastburn to mark Presidents Day. Attire featured white gowns and red ribbons, with toastmistress Mrs Alice Been and speakers including Mrs Addie Engle. The Geneva conference theme colored the room pink with chrysanthemums and $140,000 displayed in flowers signifying funds for a Y M C A home.

Zetathea Club Young Women's Christian Association Geneva

Thursday club season opener at Gillespie home

The Thursday Afternoon club met with Mrs. B W Gillespie at 222 College Ave observing the first meeting of the season. Members enjoyed pink and white decor roses and carnations. The program featured Charity Dye on Shakespeare and Fidelia Lester singing with Shakespearian words. Ruth Elizabeth Murphy played violin with Mrs. George Stacey, Stella Whitman performed piano, and Mrs. Gillespie was aided by several guests. Hazel Springer hosted a small gathering at 1608 N Delawarest with a group including Ruth Archer and others. The Philomathean club plans president's day at Mrs S D Farrabee 2402 N F Pennsylvania St. Mrs Charles Pfafflin hosted luncheon for Miss Blanche O'Donnell of Houston. The Madison club will meet with Mrs Collins on N Alabama St.

B. W. Gillespie College Ave Charity Dye Fidelia Lester Ruth Elizabeth Murphy George Stacey Stella Whitman Gillespie D. K. Armstrong H. 8. O'Brien W. H. Wheeler Joseph Morrow Philomathean Club S. D. Farrabée N. F Pennsylvania-st

Short State Staff by Telegraph Summary

Bedford reports a home wedding near disaster as a gasoline explosion endangers Mrs. Charles Lentz and her son’s reception. Fort Wayne notes Deputy Marshal Amnos Walter’s apoplexy. Evansville reports Thomas Fort jailed for dog tax nonpayment, first such case here. South Bend tracks a 72 hour posse hunt for horse butcher Max Minney with two fights. Wabash says fireman Kester and bride Marie Hipskind were arrested at the altar and paraded through town. South Bend’s Thad M. Talcott named US commissioner by Judge Landis. Laporte reports 13 year old Mary Belle Blue runaway, being brought home from St. Louis. Warsaw notes Mrs. Sarah Thayer severely burned. Fairmount recounts Ras Brewer’s gunfire at niece and husband, later disarmed and pursued, with peace proceedings. Bedford reports hundreds of chicken hawks attacking local hen yards, heavy losses.

Wabash Kester Marie Hipskind South Bend Thad M. Talcott United States K. M. Landis Laporte Mary Belle Blue St. Louis Warsaw Sarah Thayer Fairmount Ras Brewer

John Bull Bars Coolies In Vancouver Policy

Dr Monro chief immigration inspector in Vancouver announced that the government would not permit further Japanese to land unless passports were issued directly to Canada. The measure aims to curb Japanese immigration via Honolulu and gives steamship lines warning to adjust their arrivals.

Vancouver B. C Monro Dominion of Canada Canada Honolulu Steamship Company Hawaii

Miss Dollie Harris Cuts Her Own Hair in Dream

In Jasonville Indiana on September 26 Miss Dollie Harris a 16 year old daughter of a wealthy Sandborn area farmer dreamt of being chased by Jack the Clipper and awakening to her hair on the floor only to find she had cut it herself the shears in her hand.

Jasonville Ind Dollie Harris Sandborn Aittle Village Here Jack the Clipper

Garden Party at Chapultepec Marks Root Visit

Secretary of State Elihu Root travels to Mexico for a social call marked by cordial ties and talks with President Porfirio Diaz. He will press for immigration controls, possible Magdalena Bay coaling station, and closer U S Mexico cooperation while guests to a lavish garden party at Chapultepec Castle. The visit echoes General Winfield Scott’s 60 year old occupation and death struggle on the same ground. Root and Mrs Root expected to be greeted by a large crowd as Mexico funds a lavish two week celebration and foreign relations ministers host the event.

Washington, D. C Elihu Root Mexico Porfirio Diaz Central America United States Root America México Magdalena Bay Chapultepéc Mexico City Gen Winfield Scott Old Castle Scott Muldoon

Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills End Headache Worries

A vintage advertisement promises quick relief from headaches with Dr Miles Anti Pain Pills. It asserts no opium or narcotics are used and urges readers to ask their druggist about the product. Claims include safety if directions are followed and a household endorsement from Dr Miles’ Pain Pills users.

Miles Zeere An Eile N. Y Hulk

Indianapol is Public Works Opens Mabel Street Extension

Notice announces the Board of Public Works approves Declaratory Resolution 3.328 to open and extend Mabel Street from 389.40 feet north of LaGrande Avenue to the south line of Van Buren Street. Public hearing set for October 14, 1907. remonstrances may be filed. District affected includes abutting property on both sides. President and trustees sign.

Department OF Public Work Board Majestic Bidzg Indianapolis Ind Board of Public Works Indiana Layman Avenue Washington Street Lowell Avenue Sayman Avenue Amlen Reard Joseph T. Elliott Preston C. Trusler Fred J. Mack Department OF Public Works Majestic Aids Band of Public Works Mabel Street Lagrande Avenue van Buren Street van Buren LaaGrande Avenue van Beren Street PT Attiatt Peterand Trusler OY Public Rosse Majestic Avenu Cayman Nue Wathee Johnson Sub Irvington Intersa Ll Avéenué Keginmere

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