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Newspaper
New Castle Press
Location
New Castle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1903
Page
6
A Missouri boodling investigation is detailed with figures on senator averages and bribe sums for excise commissioner payoffs. The grand jury plans to resume July 20 as witnesses may voluntarily appear.
Reports describe a shocking death with a crushed back of the head and foul murder suspected. Mrs Mary Gilmore, resident of Terre Haute, is found slain near a suburb as investigators and residents in Taylorville follow the unfolding, uncertain case with growing concern.
The governor argues against a military staged trial for the Black man Lee in Evansville. He says the prisoner is severely wounded and must have a proper hearing, warning against mob pressure and urging a swift yet lawful process. He cautions rioters and vows state action if mobs persist. Also reports incendiary fire at North Judson Methodist church and a Bloomington shooting injury requiring amputation.
President and Mrs. Roosevelt sailed from Sagamore Hill aboard the yacht Sylph for a Hudson River cruise stopping at Oyster Bay. they planned to return tonight. The outing was aboard the Sylph with a noontime departure and an expected voyage along the riverback to Oyster Bay.
Buffalo reporters probe Ed Delehanty death aboard a Michigan Central train stopping at Bridgeburg. Conductor Cole recalls Delehanty drinking and carrying an open razor before being left on the bridge. He vanished into Niagara River waters after the draw opened. Relatives hint at foul play, but no evidence supports it.
A Boston report notes the National Educational Association held its annual meeting in July where officers were elected. The president announced a plan for nominating committee selection by members rather than state delegates. Miss Mar is mentioned in opposition to the change.
Cincinnati Grain and Livestock reports firm or steady bids for wheat and mixed feeds, with cattle and hogs showing steady to active demand at varied price levels. Chicago Livestock notes steady cattle and hog prices with even higher sheep values, while New York and East Buffalo markets record steady to strong readings for sheep and lambs.
Constable H F Bierer was killed during a chase after attempting to arrest Charles Kruger for assaulting an Italian miner. Kruger was captured but miners and citizens feared a lynching, which was narrowly prevented after the arrest.
The pope's health deteriorates with pleural effusion and weak heart sounds as Vatican leaders prepare for a conclave. Cardinals and dignitaries converge on Rome amid global interest, while Cardinal Gibbons sails to participate. The scene in the sick room shows stark simplicity with no nurses or modern medical aids.
The writer recalls Roy F. Wrigley and Luke H. Wrigley visiting their mother Mrs. Sarah Wrigley in Richmond. It notes their father Benjamin F. Wrigley and John S. Lyle as former Justice of the Peace in Richmond and publishers of the New Castle Quarterly. Mrs. Wrigley is a daughter of John Finley, Richmond’s first mayor.
The county board of equalization closed its session today after transacting a large amount of business and reassessing property in Henry township and New Castle corporation. The board has been busily engaged, with the auditor to complete the final totals later. no detailed report has yet been prepared for publication due to the extent of work completed in the last forty days.
A Big Four official in the city said the freight depot will be built as soon as the company handles that portion of the work. The project has lingered but remains in sight and will become a reality when convenient for the firm.
Prosecuting Attorney Ed Jackson disposed of the Harry Meyers case last Wednesday. Meyers was peddling a weak perfume solution without a license. The town ordinance prohibits this practice, making the prosecution and its disposition the first of its kind under those conditions.
On August 6 an annual excursion to the Seashore along the Pennsylvania Lines offers a round trip from New Castle Indiana for 1450 with visits to Atlantic City Cape May Anglesea Avalon Holly Beach Ocean City Sea Isle City Wildwood and Rehoboth. A. R. Slgar ticket agent will provide information and fares from other Pennsylvania Lines stations.
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