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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1905
Page
7
Washington letter notes a colorful cast at the Capitol including Elmer Burkett of Iowa known as the Elixir of Life Man and Dr Mary Walker a persistent advocate for a pension. It describes eccentric visitors and their clashes with lawmakers amid security watch.
A brief profile recalls the so called little statue man from New Jersey a longtime visitor to the Capitol since the Civil War era. He spoke to statues like Fulton and Washington claiming living inspiration while an eccentric Irish Mexican named Murphy also appeared in the crowd.
A fragment notes a person asserting an imaginary claim against Uncle Sam, reflecting a defiant stance or legal fantasy rather than a grounded petition. The wording hints at a personal grievance or satirical challenge rather than an official case.
The article profiles Senator Perkins of California, a wealthy congressman who rose from a sailing career to multimillionaire status and political influence. It recounts his memory system, including how he can name thousands of Californians with locations, his knack for recalling faces, and a tale of testing a clairvoyant with a trick involving reversing a kept list of names.
The piece profiles Elmer J Burkett of Nebraska known as the kids a 37 year old senator who started as a farmer lad and plow boy at ten He pursued study in Iowa college and law then served in the house and on the appropriations committee under Speaker Cannon The piece notes his 1904 senate victory over William Jennings Bryan and his long service as a Cannon protege with potential future as chairman of the money committee.
The Washington Star quotes Senator Sorghum explaining that fame serves as highly profitable advertising, noting that for many individuals it is a powerful monetary motivator.
A wife writes a tender farewell to JT wishing him well on his hunting trip. She hopes he and the men he travels with will pray for safety and a good voyage, expressing affectionate concern.
Boston consumes 343 660 bushels or 21 994 240 pounds of beans in 1904 totaling 6 598 272 dollars at retail. Population around 553 000 yields 37 quarts per person yearly. Two bake house firms operate with 4 000 and 10 000 quarts weekly, while seasonality peaks from Thanksgiving to April.
A New York Sun note describes boys practicing golf in city streets near building sites. Using an empty tomato can as a ball and a hockey stick as a club, they tee on sand piles and swing, sometimes mis striking stones, yet enjoying the game despite imperfect shots.
The text states that Congress will consider providing federal allowances to maintain a railroad train for the president's official travel. The government would run the train at public expense as part of its duties to the people and the executive.
Ten Buffalo Bill's Indians have returned home after abroad. They display Parisian shrugs and English monocles, proving themselves fully fledged Americans alongside others who have met foreign celebrities.
A slight run on the Bedford National Bank in Bedford was contained after two hours as officials, led by president John R. Walsh of Chicago, stacked ample gold to pay all depositors. Depositors who withdrew later redeposited funds. Walsh resigned as president and Thomas J. Brooks was elected.
May Sullivan of Chicago claims 15 years living together with Walter B. Leitch and a stake in his estate. Sella Nicholas had filed for divorce proceedings tied to Leitch property, obtaining a decree but the planned marriage did not occur.
In Muncie a 12 year old boy, Charles Heimer, crawled a waterspout with no shoes to reach the roof and extinguish a fire threatening his parents home. He pulled two buckets of water to douse the flames as his feet bled, but he brought the blaze under control.
Following the downfall of John R. Walsh, speculation swirls over the fate of his Indiana properties including railroads and coal mines. Local capitalists focus on a new railroad graded near the city, potential competition for the Monon line, and possible cheaper coal for nearby factories dependent on Indiana fields.
A dispute between Bell telephone and Citizens' independent interests in Columbus escalates as Bell cuts county tolls and Citizens' raises city rates. Petitions urge customers to drop phones if rates rise. Bell counters with plans for new building, city line rebuilds, and new central switchboards.
Clara E. Clegg, aged under 17, filed for divorce from William Clegg in Jeffersonville. By her father Edward Miner as next friend she alleges cruelty and a habit of staying away at night before their separation in July last year. They wed November 20, 1903. she hails from Charlestown in southern Indiana.
Police foil lynching after more than 100 men and boys gather with revolvers and clubs at the home of Adam Wolfley in Terre Haute. Wolfley, who stabbed his wife, escapes and remains at large as the mob camps outside through the night.
Miss M Mahan, a Greenwood schoolteacher two miles south of town, reports a rumor of murder after discovering burned debris, hair remains, and scattered whisky bottles in an isolated schoolhouse where horses were tied outside. The scene suggests a violent crime pending further investigation.
Terre Haute reports Mayor Bidaman accused of ousting public safety board members who refused his demands. Ministers' association backs impeachment with five of six votes pledged. Mayor delays announcing a new board due to difficulty finding men of standing under his conditions.
John Neufer 14, long missing from Bremen Bre men home, was arrested in Chicago juvenile court on charges of robbing the Chicago and Western railroad station at Western Springs. He disappeared with about $300 and was seen by police spending money lavishly before the arrest.
T E Knotts Joseph J Ruff and George Pearson were named Hammond police commissioners after a long talk with Governor Hanly. The commissioners endorsed his closed town policy and promised strict enforcement. Knotts, Hammond mayor’s brother, said Hammond would be a closed town hereafter.
Rushville jury after three and a half hours returned a verdict finding Haley Gipe guilty of manslaughter in the murder of Mrs. William Starbuck and her infant. He received an immediate sentence under the indeterminate sentence act to Michigan City prison. Gipe had prior manslaughter convictions.
Richmond report states George Dubois was arrested on suspicion of killing Joseph Lucey. Evidence indicates Lucey was attacked while feeding stock and carried to his home in a bid to force disclosure of a hidden money stash. Lucey allegedly refused and was struck fatally.
Batesville brake man Charles Bevans aged 25 and conductor James King died when a local freight collided with a cut of cars between Batesville and Morris. Engineer Fred Skeen of Greensburg was seriously injured but expected to recover.
A newly erected large barn on Allen Robbins farm in Rochester was destroyed by fire. Five horses, eight cows, and substantial feed were consumed. The origin of the blaze is unknown.
In Jeffersonville the 1900 Indiana merchant protection law will be tested. In Indianapolis lights failed in the shopping district with crowds inside. merchants secured doors for searches. In Goshen Capt. Henry C. Dodge's will contest pits daughter Edith Baldwin of Chicago against stepmother Nancy E. Dodge and brothers Ralph in Elk Hart and Charles H. Dodge of Borton.
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