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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
4
If you do not buy your diamond here you will pay more elsewhere. The importer and dealer have overstepped margins and are mounting our own diamonds and other precious stones. Visit here to see stock and savings and be convinced we can reduce costs.
An elderly German man and his wife, both past seventy, arrived at a police station unable to state origins or destination. Interpreted by Sgt Charles Tr, they have drifted through townships, likely traveling aimlessly. Secretaries and charity officials were alerted, and they were taken to the Friendly Inn for care. The man leans on a cane and clings to his wife as they wander.
Waverly Traction Company incorporated with $106 capital, serving Waverly to Indianapolis via Morgan Monroe Johnson Brown Lawrence Orange Marion. He’s Mutual Telephone Company lists $10 capital stock with line in Kosciusko County. Atlas Engine Works increases stock. Cedar Point Resort reduces capital from 250000 to 100000. Directors named include M McCarty E M Strauss and Anna M Strauss.
Schwankhans a machinist at Chandler and Taylor’s detained at the police station yesterday was declared of sound mind by Police Surgeon Garstang. Officials could find no symptoms of insanity until religion was discussed. Huenerwadel, also detained, was released as a non resident. he imagines Prince owes him $100 and is described as harmless.
At a Monday night session the Closing Association and the Wednesday evening managers' meeting urged groceries and meat shops, mar shee stores, and dry goods stores to close by next Sunday.
Board of Health official Frank Nobie reports Col Charles H Nobile sent a letter about his life year old son dying on a ship bound for the Philippines with his father. The tragedy occurred as the boy accompanied the father on the voyage.
Local listing notes pianos priced at $100 and up during a sale at Wulschaer. Sales include a range of models and sizes with emphasis on value for new and used instruments. Shoppers are urged to inspect and compare options in the Wulschaer showroom.
The thirty-second annual Medical College of Indiana commencement at English's Opera House conferred the MD degree on seventy two graduates, four women and the rest men. Dr. Harris of Amherst delivered the principal address on Ideals and Progress, stressing human ends and doctors' cheerful service as core traits. The ceremony featured a bright stage display, a formal diploma grant by Addison C. Harris, and a reception at the Columbia Club where two graduates wed that afternoon.
The Columbia Club has completed plans for a grand Grant banquet tomorrow evening with a slate of notable speakers. Robert G. Cousins of Iowa will toast Grant, Peter S. Grosscup of Illinois will discuss his life and services, Spencer Blackburn of North Carolina speaks on Republicanism, James S. Sherman of New York presents Our Country, and Robert M. Nevin of Dayton will cover General Principles. The dinner promises to be the most elaborate Charleston style meal yet in Indianapolis as Republicans and members from the state convention attend.
Mrs. Warner of 2521 North Senate avenue denies statements about her husband John A. Warner who vanished from the city two weeks ago. She says he left due to financial troubles and it remains unclear whether he had any money when he left.
Col Jesse Harper, former Greenback leader in the state, fled Wednesday night from his Danville home. His death was due to age related infirmities. Harper moved from Rush county to Dlinels in 1872 and often returned to the state for speech tours.
The American Brewing Company will have its pure malt and hop Bock Beer on tap tomorrow in leading saloons. Family trade is supplied by Jacob Metzger & Co with telephone Wi.
A Republican state convention closes with humor from a powerful bass voice that called county roll and triggered cheers. Beveridge’s gavel and the secretary’s megaphone drew laughter as aides and reporters dodged blows. Marion county jests and female attendees add color to a day of orderly, spirited debate.
Indiana Department G A R issues order for encampment May 12 to 19. Charles W Wheat named commanding officer with David N Huey as guard. May 15 parade linked to monument dedication with night fires at Tomlinson Hall and English's Opera House. Ritual services to be conducted by G A F W Frank. Staff assignments include Major Carr, Major Gilbert, Captain Scott, and Lieut Schanz. Monument dedication committee to meet in governor's parlors at 2 o'clock.
The Indianapolis Aerie No. 20 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles hosted a social session at their rooms on North Illinois Street to honor visiting members. A light lunch and refreshments were served as a theatrical troupe performing songs and dances attended the event.
Big Four route offers a special fast train with no stops in either direction. Round trip fare is 1.25 dollars. Departs Ances Station at 7 a.m. and Cincinnati Pp.m. Also promoted are JANES'S Dustless Oats and first class furnaces at Kruse Deventer 429 East Washington street.
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