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Newspaper
New Castle Press
Location
New Castle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1903
Page
8
Washington June 26 inspectors are gathering six or seven fraud cases against the postoffice department. Officials are satisfied they have a strong enough case to obtain indictments. The cases were presented to the grand jury as fraud allegations.
After a white man connected to the Mina Wolen Bishop case is charged with manslaughter, a riot erupts in Wilmington. Police disperse the fighting between white and black groups on Ninth Street with about two arrests. The mob vows retaliation while denying sympathy for the lynched White.
The Detroit common council unanimously voted to remove Public Works Commissioner D. W. H. Moreland amid weeks of charges and an ongoing investigation. Prosecutor Hunt filed for a grand jury to probe municipal affairs in Detroit following the inquiry. In Brunswick Georgia, Jane 26, Grama Coates died in a dynamite accident near Wilana, his body mangled and found in a secluded woods location.
An Indiana crowd protests after a Black man named White is arrested on assault charges related to Helen Bishop. Authorities face accusations of deception as demonstrations surge. Peter Smith dies after being shot by unknown parties during a workbase confrontation. officials dispute whether shots came from jail guards or the crowd.
The conciliation board formed under the late anthracite Strike commission met in Wilkesbarre to organize. William L. Connell of Scranton was chosen chairman and Thomas P D Nichols, president of UMWA district No. 1, was elected secretary as rules for sessions were adopted.
In Lipton New York on June 25 a Waldorf Astoria dinner honored Sir Thomas Tipton with a guest list of twenty friends. Major General Henry Corbin presided with Assistant US Treasurer Hamilton Fish and Senator Fairbanks among attendees.
In a chaotic scene street cars operate under guard as clashes unfold along main roads. Police report several incidents of theft and disruption with patrols increasing to restore order.
Fragmentary report describes road work and bridge spans including a 120 foot and 280 foot construction at Pernard with mentions of contracts and representatives. The text is garbled and lacks clear dates or formal details.
The article notes a final ruling on the toys’ treatment and acknowledges an awaiting outcome for the related case. Details imply a concluded matter with ongoing status for the associated legal action.
A Chicago meeting of The Housewives and Housekeepers Union adopts a tongue in cheek code for husbands. It prescribes limited weekly outings for husbands and chores for men to ease wives’ workloads, including dishwashing and fire tending, with threats of hiring help if standards aren’t met.
Elaworth E. Foster, adjudged of unsound mind, begins habeas corpus proceedings today against Sheriff Charles Christopher who has a warrant for confinement. Judge Morris hears the case and may render a decision this evening.
The Krell French piano factory payroll rises from 235 workers to 325 as new hires arrive and are offered positions. The increase depends on accommodation being provided for incoming staff.
An incoherent fragment mentions Wonder Oona of New Castle and a habit of weekly Sunday activity. It references a person seen en route to a depot buying a tighter for Aderson and notes feverish or wary behavior among nearby residents. The text is garbled with unclear names and places.
A town discussion highlights improving fire protection echoing advice from Mr Krell. The remarks affirm practical value for the town and citizens and encourage experienced input to strengthen safety measures.
A quirky dialogue portrays Aduéshiwan addressing his dog in pidgin style. He instructs the animal to stay, go to bed, waste time by moving around, and mentions lighting a fire and making breakfast as he reflects on daily toil and death.
The well west of the city remains unfinished as sand and gravel have been removed but a new problem arises. When the pond washed out a vacancy was filled with rocks impeding the water supply work. Drillers have not given up. the drill makes no headway against the stones, and removal is hoped before the rainy season.
The Pennsylvanian company reorganized on Wednesday in Philadelphia by reelecting officers with A. J. Qassathap as President. Otto Schroll was appointed superintendent of the Cleveland division to replace W. H. Potter, who resigned, and W. O. Wood became superintendent of the Richmond division to succeed Schroll. Directors reported a 2 percent increase in dividends and a 6 percent boost on common stock.
The town board approved a 320 benefit and 350 damages report. Moyer and Herpart Heller gain right to build a gag line from Main Street north to Mrs Barbara Heller residence. Residents seek sewer from south end to Circinetrnet. petition next week. Garbage service turned to Charles Ostearn to prevent disputes. Andy Ward warns August 14 for entoon closure and license revocation during move. Pavement ads to be prepared for South Main asphalt project. Deed for ard j Par hasst ths Eliott heaia sent to City Attorney. Sewer contractors failed to materialize. board adjourned.
Allen Orandal of New Castle rode the Indianapolis Eastern electric line to Dunreith for a novelty trip. Missing the evening Lake Erie train at Dublin he walked to Tia Wise’s home but found the ride over and was taken in by friends for the night. He is described as a willing, good hearted farmer.
In Muncie a crowd gathered for a first appeal in the city with about sixty New Castle residents present.
A brief note from Indiana details inventors and patent filings in SUS RNA HEE. The list highlights researchers and institutions involved in recent patent activity, signaling ongoing innovation in the state. The document underscores collaboration between universities and industry labs to advance RNA related technologies.
Dr Bay and wife hosted the Henry County Medical Association at Spiceland. About thirty five guests attended the midday event. After lunch the group followed the monthly program while attendees expressed thanks to Mr Bailey for the royal entertainment.
Uncalled for letters and cards remain in the New Castle Indiana post office as of June 24. Names listed include Blin, Mra Mary Cook, Mra Chaz Craig, Linie Downing, Gold Win, M Hiney, Ernest Nooks, Mrs Sirah Modlin, Jason R Martin, Albert Portman, Rev. 8 Spencver Mire, Margaret Shular, Henry White, Andrew, James Potts, P. M. James H. Jones, and others.
A readable fragment paints a portrait of a cheerful, generous girl who avoids causing pain, dresses prettily to uplift others, and grants favors freely. The text then shifts to a jumble of names and places, mentioning hieroglyph-like phrases and a journey from Philadelphia to Cincinnati with unclear context.
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