Indianapolis Times, Volume 34, Number 187, Indianapolis, Marion County, 16 December 1921 — Page 10
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RESISTS BEING HELD UP, SHOT THROUGH HAND Victim Says Attacking Negro Crept Up Behind Him in Street. MAN ROUTS BURGLAR One man was shot through the finger by a negro hold-up man and a negro burglar was forced to flee from a home after being shot at last night. Charles Yocum, 26 South Capitol avenue, was shot through the right index finger at 5 a. m. today as he struggled with a negro hold-up man at Harding street and Kentucky avenue. l>e negro succeeded In taking sl2 in money and a watch valued at S2O and escaped. Yocum told the police the negro crept up behind him, pointed a gun at him and told him to hold up his hands. He Bald he turned and struggled with the negro and that the shot was fired during the struggle. VICTIM DESCRTBKS man who robbed him. Yocum described the negro as being six feet tall and weighing 170 pounds. He said the man wore a brown cap and a gray and brown striped suit. A negro burglar met with a hot reception when he paid a second visit to a North Alabama street residence and was shot at as he started to climb through a window. H. C. Meyers, the Worthington Apartments, 610 North Alabama street, was watching .'or the prowler and when the returned he fired one shot at him. The bullet went through the window and the negro fled. Miss Retha Merideth, who rooms at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Meyers, was awakened at 12:30 a. m. today by a negro who had raised the window of her room. The negro was holding a lighted match in his hand. She screamed and he ran. The lights were extinguished in the room and Mr. Myers took up the watch and
Electric Toasters
Avery appropriate gift is ar electric toaster. The one shown here is a turnover toaster specially priced at $6.49 Other styles up to $lO. Vacuum Receptacles
finishes from *13.50 to $21.25. Universal Food Cutters fruit, nuts, fgj Universal la mB & obtainable. B com--9 &2.5D anil Sleds and Wagons
Thera may be higher priced gifts, but we are confident that they will not give more genuine Joy and gladness than a eled or a wagon. Steering sleds start at $2.50. Genuine Flexible Flyers, 40 Inches long are $5.50 each. “Blear," Imitation Irish Mails, are $7.25 up. “Non-Tip” wagons with front axle built on automobile principle, SB.OO. Skvpalongs or sidewalk scooters, 03c.
Apex Electric Washers—Hoover Sweepers—A. B. Gas Ranges
VONNEGUT 5 ” 120-124 EAST WASHINGTON STREET
was rewarded by getting a shot at the Intruder. SAYS BURGLAR TOOK ELECTRIC TOASTER. Miss Meredith said he took an electric toaster valued at $6, which was sitting on a trunk near the window. A daring hold-up took place northwest of the city when John E. Hasty, 29, a taxicab driver, 1614 West Michigan street was slugged and robbed of his machine and sll. Hasty answered a call at the Claypool Hotel, where he met two women and a man who ordered him to drive to the Casino Gardens, near Emrichsville. When the car reached that place one of the women got out saying she was going to meet a friend. The man ordered Hasty to drive him to some dark roau. Hasty drove west past the Motor Speedway ard when near the Trotter farm, the man told him to stop. Then he was ordered to drive slow. He had Just started the car again when he was struck on the head with a “blackjack.” Stunned, the taxi driver placed his hand on his head Just as a second blow was struck and the weapon hit his hand. Then the thug dragged him from the automobile. BANDIT MAKES DEMAND FOR MONEY. The bandit demanded Hasty’s money. The taxi driver replied that he bad none. The robber covered him with a revolver and raised the blackjack to strike tne helpless automobile driver who was lying on the ground. At that instant the young woman who was with him pleaded with him not to hit the prostrate man again. The robber then searched Hasty's pocket and took his money. The robber ordered Hasty to walk north. Then he drove the automobile south to the Crawfordsvllle pike and turned east, nasty called the police and after hours of search the police emergency squad had failed to find the bandit, his woman companion, or the woman who got out of the car at the Casino gardens. The missing automobile bore license No. 14839. The robber was a well-dressed man about 26 years old. He appeared to he six feet In height and weighed 200 pounds. Mrs. .Tames TV. Maple Road boulevard, reported two packages stolen from her car while it vfas parked on Washington street near Meridian street yesterday. Fred Hoop, 502 Maple Road boulevard,
(The (Ehrhffmataf jlfore Give something practical and useful this Christmas; something that has more than mere ornate beauty to recommend it. The gift that you buy at Vonnegut’s will he that something—the acme of usefulness and utility rendering faithful service long after the others have passed into oblivion.
Roasters
Pint bottles $1.69 to 53.75. Q'iart bottl‘d $2.69 to $6.00. Stanly Nonbreaka b i a Bottles, $7.50 u p. Jugs, Tankards and Carafes In nickel and ename led fin 1 s h e ■ from $ to $13.50. Vacuum Water Service Sera In various
To make the Christmas dinner a success mother will need a good roaster. Get her one now. our stock Is unusually larye a’.d varied Prices range from $1,75 up "Wear-Ever” Aluminum roasters, like illustration, are $5.96. Manicure and Scissor Sets
We have manicure sets fitted in both imitation and real leather eases or rolls. Prices are up to $45. A 6-pieco set like illustration, very handsome. Is only $3.25. Scissor sets with 2,3 or 4 pieces of quality scissors are from $1 to sl2. Genuine Wiss Shears are as low as $1.20 in black handles and $1.40 In full nickel.
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Our Ice skates are ths best you can buy. Boys’ skates start at sl.lO. Girls’ at sl. Holler skßtes for youngsters from 900 up. Other roller skates, $2.25 to (3.60.
Tool Chests and Manual Benches For boys we are showing a line known as the Boy s Favorite. Four sizes at 750. 81.25. $2 and 52.50. For other boys we suggest making up a chest from our regular stock. Mahogany stained chests with 16 tools are priced at $9.50. Chest of tools like cut $35. Manual benches range from 812.25 to 822. which is the price of the one illustrated here.
SILVER PLATED WARE The Gift cf Enduring Charm Treasured not only for its intrinsic value, but also for the air of elegance and charm it lends to a well arranged table, plated silverware is perhaps the most appropriate gift, of all. Our large and well selected stock includes the latest designs in Universal, Wm. Rogers, 1847 Rogers Bros, and Oneida Community Plate. Teaspoons, a set of six, are from 51.25 to $4.50. Chests of Plated Ware, 26 pieces in a case, are from SIO.OB to $2. Especially attractive is our iB-piece set at $63 in Community Plate of the latest pattern.
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reported a motometer stolen from his car last night. Mrs. Vera Strickler, 2935 Bellefontaine street, reported her purse stolen while she was on a West Michigan street car. The purse contained $35, she said. Harold Macklan, living at the Palace notel, reported that his room was entered by a thief last night, who stole an overcoat acJ other clothing worth SBO. Lee M. Lundemond, who operates a chill restaurant at 701 North Senate avenue, reported that burglars entered his place and stole a cash register worth $325. He said the register contained $lO In bills and $1.50 In pennies. McConnell Funeral Held at Residence Funeral services for Edward McConnell, 55, 1026 Southeastern avenue, who died Tuesday evening, were held from
POST BANKRUPTCY SALE Granger Dept. Store 336 West Washington Street Merchandise at this great sale being sold at a song. We need the cash to reorganize. A few of our many items. Space does not permit to mention all. WooISUITSandOVERCOATS $0.98~ Values up to $40.00 Ladies' plush fur-trimmed collars; QQ $40.00 values tyVmVO Men's Shoes, values d*o no l Men's Rubber d0 QO up to $7.00 1 Coats, $lO values. .70
Casseroles
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The rapnerole 1 both an excellent cooking utensil as well as a handsome addition to the table. Our special la a 2-plnt size with earthenware Insert and brass nickel-plated holder priced at $2 48. Other casserolea $2.79 up. Casserole like cut with Pyrex insert i* $7 25. Razors of All Kinds New improved %F " Gillette !*&*>JafTvuaiGl+* SaT<ty B—or standard, 69c. Regular Razors, *-- - - SI.OO up. Electric Irons
An electric Iron is always a welcome gift. We are showing several high-grade makes. Prices start at $3.96. The American Beauty, the same as Illustration Is (5.50.
Pyrex Ovenware It's the now transparent oven ware that will not crack or break from the heat. It comes in all the necessary shapes, and prloes start a-s low as 60 cents. The Blue Ribbon set of four pieces—casserole, bread pan, pie plate and utility dish—all in a fancy box for $5. An 11-plece set in fancy carton sells at (12.00.
INDIANA DAILY TIMES, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 16,19ff1.
the home this afternoon, at 2 o’clock, and burial was In Anderson cemetery. Mr. McConnell had been engaged In the coal business on the east side for more than thirty years. He Is survived by the widow, one daughter, Mary; one brother, Ezra; one sister, Mrs. Mollle Kern, all of Indianapolis; two aunts, Mrs. Oliver Ruark and Mrs. Nancy Kinney, and two uncles, Francis N, Van Sickle and John McConnell. Battle Creek Votes in Favor of Cars BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Dec. 16. Residents of Battle Creek voted 8 to 1 In favor of street cars at the street enrjitney election here. Jitneys will be eliminated on all streets with car lines. The election was financed by the street car company, which planned to stop operation if voters favored jitneys.
Cracker and Cheese Dishes
Excellent examples of pierced ware, handsomely nickel plated. Price, like illustration, JRR Sandwich plate in nickel spetial at $2 1)8. Others up to $5 50 Bread trays in nickel and silver plate from $2 75 to $5 50 Triv. ts and Teapot Rests from $4 25 to $ _>. 2>. Carving Sets An unusual and varied stock of carving set* to select from The edges on all of our csrvers are guaranteed to “hold.” A 2 piece set, 8 inch blade, with Imitation stag handles is specially priced at $3 19 Other sets from 84.75 to $1750 Percolators
They come both in aluminum and nickel Stove styles start at $2 89. Electric percolators are $8 29 up. Percolators, like • cut, six-cup, is $6 50 Carpet Sweepers
If you ar going to give Mother a carpet sweeper make sure It la a Bissell from Vonnegut's. The Standard Bissell, lik,e cut. Is only $4 75. Other models are $5 59, $6 and $7 50 F'ash Livh f s
We sell the Ever Heady “Daylo,” the most reliable flashlight you can obtain. Prices range from $1 to $-4 Our 3-cell special In a black case Is only $ 1.19Pocket Knives
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We have over 250 patterns for you to choose from. Prices as low as 10 cents and as high as $lO.
Diamond Specials
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% Diamonds Let us have the pleasure of showing you our wonderful display of diamond jewelry for Christmas. We carry the largest stock of diamonds In the city and are offering them at exceptionally low prices. As low as Our wrist watches In either platinum, gold cr silver and also the men’s Verlthin3 will win the admiration of your friends. You can depend on them always for accurate time. As low as— I $25.00 CHOOSE NOWI In order that you may have full choice, we will gladly set aside until Xmas any article you may choose. Open Evenings Until Christmas. £ JEWELRY C(MH^riß|
A Gift With a Real Idea Behind It When you give someone a bank account for Christmas, you give it with the “thrift Idea.” The account may be opened for as little as one dollar—but the idea may be Invaluable, especially to young folks and employes. Come in and open a Savings Account for SI.OO or more and receive a book for yourself, or a Christmas Gift for someone you regard affectionately. We Pay Savings Meyer-Kiser Bank . 136 East Washington Street. Open all day Saturday—B a. m. to 8 p. m.
Extraordinary Fine Stones in White, Green and Yellow Gold Mountings $35 —TOS2SO
A TWO DAY SALE Friday and Saturday at Sander’s New Store Shade and ■ I Standard | Complete These shades are all silk, in all colors and a l| designs. Standards of mahogany and in Jj l! different shapes If $19.75 Friday-Two Days Only-Saturday French /wrai Shades- -n Friday — vtiMjjjJ! —Saturday exclusive sbade and doll shop In Paris, France. There will be many exquisite shades of unique design on display. To introduce them they will be placed on sale Friday and Saturday. Our regular price on these shades would 1 Q OQ be $37.50 xJHiM/O l ■■■":■— ■ fr || French Store Open i This ga j e for Until 9 W Lamp Friday and O’clock Every j 133 W/ j \ \yf Saturday l - '' -■ -■ ' '9 Ed. Sander’s New Store 342-358 Massachusetts Ave. Formerly Occupied by U. S. Dept. Store.
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