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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1903
Page
4
Amusements note a crowded Park engagement for A Human Slave by William L. Roberts. The popular priced show, first staged at Alhambra Chicago, features massive new scenery, energetic performances, and strong melodrama about class conflict in a large city.
A review notes a strong stage mix at Park with a melodrama featuring a heroic rescue and a villain in pursuit of a heroine. Cast praised includes W. H. Delman J. J. Hyland Olive Martin and Nellie Dunbar. Grand Opera House opens with Madame Eugenie Manteli, Falke and Lemon, plus Jessie Milward and others.
A blind man, M C Okey of 1% South East street, was severely injured when his buggy overturned after being hit by a North Indianapolis car. His son, the driver, and a friend were badly bruised. the horse died after suffering severe injuries. The elder Okey was knocked unconscious and neighbors brought him home via City Dispensary ambulance with Drs Seaton and Jeffries attending.
Mrs Ella Smith of 423 South Capitol Avenue nearly choked yesterday afternoon after swallowing a water melon seed that lodged in her throat. She was taken to the City Dispensary in agony. Dr Cunningham used a long instrument to push the seed into her stomach and she recovered quickly.
Alfred Holloway, a small farm seller on the public square in Brownsburg, was run down by a Washington Street car in front of the courthouse last night. He was seriously injured and carried to the City hospital, then later returned home by his son.
Miss Anna Ray Herzsch returns from Winona and many Misses and Mrs. names are listed as visiting relatives in Minnesota Michigan Wisconsin and the East. The piece chronicles engagements travels and social events including dances at the Canoe Club and departures for Yellowstone and Yellowstone Park trips with various hosts and companions across months and cities.
The Union Veteran League unit in the city votes unanimously to condemn Virginia's plan to place a Robert E. Lee statue in Washington's Statuary Hall. It cites Congress intent to honor loyal soldiers and argues Lee’s treason should not be equated with patriotism. The group calls on Congress to preserve the original act’s spirit.
A committee report lists Horace McKay Frank R New Daniel McAbee James H Porter and Benjamin D Miner as members. The document discusses eligibility exclusions for statues of individuals who aided treason or bore arms against the United States under the act.
Residents press Superior Court for temporary restraining order to stop use of a frame building as a pesthouse. They claim damages from property value decline while city officials condemn all buildings and threaten demolition later this week. judge absence delays action.
The annual grocers picnic at the fair grounds tomorrow will feature a supplement programme with new contests. Added prizes include a thirty pounds butterine from A. Jordan Company and assorted items from Swift & Co and Standard Oil. New events include a heel-and-toe walking match for grocers and a three legged race for clerks, plus offers of assorted H. J. Heinz and Germas bread. No gambling is allowed.
The Board of Public Works rejected Indianapolis Construction Company bid for an oolitic curb on La Salle Street between Michigan and New York, noting it was the sole bid and 42 cents above specifications. Acting City Engineer Culley recommended rejection and the contract will be readvertised. Property owners on Woodlawn Avenue reportedly oppose the cement walk and curb plan. The board took final action on the improvement resolution.
Earl Fultz of Brightwood was arrested yesterday on a petit larceny charge after his father reported theft of spending money. A revolver found in his pocket led to a concealed weapons charge as he was detained at the police station.
Fancy back closing waists favored for improved fit and easier styling. The model features a deep pointed yoke with shirted lower portion and sleeves of the latest cut. White pongee used for the body with narrow bands on the yoke and sleeves, crossed to create squares filled with spider web stitches.
A fashion note details a tuned waist with tuck edged front and gathered back, a plain yoke, puffed sleeves with deep cuffs, and options for contrasting materials. It lists fabric requirements for small to medium sizes and notes pattern 444 with bust sizes 40 inches. Include pattern coupon instructions and order details.
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