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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1924
Page
2
Mrs. Fannie G. Purdy granddaughter of Ulysses S. Grant leaped from the hospital's sixth floor in San Francisco Sunday and was killed. She suffered a nervous breakdown said to stem from illness and financial troubles.
Howard County bar banquet leaves Fred Jessup tense and pondering a five letter word starting with T and ending with E. The puzzled city attorney sought a Saxon lord and was guided to Thane amid social chatter.
The Protestant churches of Indianapolis plan a week of prayer from Sunday January 4 to Friday night with nightly services across churches to precede revivals. The Church Federation will bring Dr George Truett of Dallas for two March weeks of services and host a Lenten noon service at B F Keith’s Theater. Dr Charles H Winders resigns January 31 to become pastor at Northwood Christian Church succeeding Dr Ernest N Evans from the Pittsburgh district.
Grace M. E. Church plans an open house to welcome homeless roomers with a New Year celebration. East Tenth Street M. E. Church helps finance the move and hosts lunch free from 12 to 2 p.m. Dr. Harry A. King, superintendent of the Indianapolis district, will address attendees. Open house continues at East Tenth Street M. E. Church from 2 to 7 p.m. Roberts Park M. E. Church will assist.
A puzzle asks to trace a course of six straight lines starting at point X that passes through every dot exactly once and ends at x. Lines may cross but not at a dot. The previous answer notes a wordplay with three letters forming now and own.
An All Church Social is set for Wednesday evening featuring an oyster supper at 11 15 followed by guests and members ushering in the New Year in a community celebration.
A memorial chancel window honoring Mrs. George T. Evans was unveiled at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church. Edgar H. Evans of Acme-Evans Milling presented the tribute through his gift, depicting the life of Christ. Dr. J Ambrose Dunkel preached the dedicatory sermon.
George Riley Clark, 22, of Danville, Ind., was shot and killed by Police Sgt. Ralph Dean in self defense during an arrest attempt at Engine House No. 6 after Martin Harris accused Clark and two others of a hold up. Ray mond Boyer, 19, was later charged with robbery.
Jasper Indiana December 29 Helen Greener 21 daughter of John W Greener died from burns after using gasolene in place of coal oil to start a kitchen fire. Lafayette Indiana December 29 Mrs Geneva Baugher near death from clothing on fire due to a gas stove husband Van Natta Baugher died two days earlier after an illness.
The Scottish Rite Valley of Indianapolis paid tribute to 164 deceased members during memorial services at the Scottish Rite Cathedral Pearl and Pennsylvania Streets under the Indianapolis Chapter of Rose Croix. More than 500 members and families attended, with the auditorium decorated by ferns shrubs and roses. Afterward roses were distributed to Indianapolis hospitals.
LA PORTE ind dec. 29 Matrimony and Francis Laughlin are to be strangers from now on. He earns 35 weekly, pays 22 alimony to two wives. He already paid 12 to his first wife and two children when ordered to pay his second wife less than a year ago 10 a week.
Mrs. Charles Miller and her husband were jailed in Columbus Indiana on December 29 charged with violating prohibition laws after the woman fought officers during a raid at their home. Patrolman Edward Hall was struck by a white powdery substance as he confronted her and as he dodged he fell and injured his knee.
Funeral services for Mrs Nellie M Rorer wife of Rev Virgil E Rorer pastor Meridian Street M E Church who died Saturday night at Methodist Hospital follow a long illness were set for today at 1 pm at Meridian Street Church Bishop Freder ick D Leete Indianapolis area was in charge Burial in Philadelphia Pa on Wednesday Services in Philadelphia her birthplace will be conducted by Bishop Joseph K Berry who presided at the recent Indiana conference A section was reserved at the funeral for Methodist ministers and their wives Survivors include Rev Rorer two sons Dwight Washington DC Nelson New York City and a daughter Adele Rorer Indianapolis
Fred Francis Bosworth, Chicago evangelist, closes an eight week revival campaign at the Cable Tabernacle tonight. More than 60 people spoke on Sunday afternoon focusing on faith healing and the power of Christ to bring peace to the soul.
Elmer T. Pruitt of Edinburg was moved from the county jail to Michigan City State Prison to begin a life sentence for murdering his cousin Oscar Cutsinger. The feud between the rival dairymen dated back years, and the shooting occurred last July. Attorneys plan to appeal to the State Supreme Court.
Police report William Guelet of 108 W Walnut Street sustained a deep gash to the head from a fall on a stairway at his residence. Serjeant Sheehan noted Guelet had attended a dance prior to the incident.
A ten day revival begins Wednesday at the First Church of Nazarene on State Avenue and Washington Street. The New Year’s Eve watch party launches the event with C. S. Rinebarge of Olivet, Illinois to lead the services.
The Stratton Broom Company office at 1456 Deloss Street reported to police that an entrance was gained Sunday night and a total of 4.52 dollars in cash and 3 dollars in stamps were stolen from their safe.
Rainbow Orchestra composed of sixteen girls will furnish entertainment for the Lions Club luncheon on Wednesday at the Lincoln.
The State department of conservation issued two calls to Indiana citizens to help feed wild birds unable to find food due to snow. Quail and other game birds can endure cold but may die if food is scarce, warns George N. Mannfelu, fish and game director.
In the 500 block of Massachusetts Avenue a resident, H. J. Parish of 620 Massachusetts Avenue, told police that two loud blasts from firing firecrackers were mistaken for revolver shots by a passerby. A colored boy was observed in the rear area.
President William Lowe Bryan of Indiana University said the dismissal of Chancellor E. Lindley as head of the University of Kansas was driven by politics. Lindley, a former Bloomington resident, received praise in the statement.
Funeral services for James W. Shaw age 52 of 1548 English Ave are expected Wednesday. Shaw born in Frankfort Indiana came to Indianapolis in 1904. He is survived by his widow and three sons.
Funeral arrangements were under way for William Borgham aged 18 of Brazil Indiana who was accidentally shot and killed Saturday by his cousin George Borkham aged 17 during a hunting accident near their home.
A reported shooting affray at 702 Haugh St was a dispute over ejectment by Steve Stonich 36 dry beer saloon owner. Sam Boris 35 of 2320 W Michigan St was found with an injured leg claiming he was forced out. Both were charged with assault and battery.
An advertisement promotes Creomulsion as a twofold medicine that soothes and heals inflamed membranes while the creosote kills germs. It claims relief for chronic coughs bronchitis and throat troubles and offers a money back guarantee if symptoms persist after proper use. The ad lists Creomulsion Co Atlanta Ga and urges readers to ask their druggist.
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