Public outcry over New York executions under Gov Hughes
The Indianapolis Sun denounces Governor Hughes for allowing a public electric chair execution in Auburn New York. The piece argues the act was a disgrace to civilization and mocks the governor for not intervening or showing courage, linking it to Roosevelt and condemning the death penalty.
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Auburn
New York State
Gov. Hughes
Hughes
Mr. Roosevelt
Roosevelt
United States
Martha Place
Mr. Hughes
Untitled Notes Touch On Global Life And Oddities
Fragmentary items note wheat ripening in Canada in 90 to 100 days, 5000+ motor boats on Dutch canals, envelopes invented in 1683, Cuban workers entertained by readers, a famed duel in England, and a local joke about a country lad restraining a donkey during a regimental parade.
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Canada
Old Politician Nods to Indianapolis Mayoral Race Prospects
In a casual gathering, the Old Politician discusses Indianapolis mayoral politics. He mentions Republicans' need for a strong nominee, potential candidates like Cale Denny Billy Taylor and Merle Walker, and signals Democratic strains with Tom Taggart and John Holtzman in play.
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Indianapolis
Baron Rothschild
Cale Denny
Cale
Billy Taylor
Taylor
Russ Harrison
Harry S. New
Merle Walker
Jimmie Noel
Tom Whallon
Whallon
Tom
Thomas Taggart
Johnnie Holtzman
Marshall
Keach
Taggart
Holtzman
Peanuts and Milk Cure for Sleep Dreamlike Tale
A fragmented anecdote describes a cure involving peanuts and milk before sleep. The narrator recounts a surreal sequence on a mountainside with a dragon, a rising train, and a ring and pole, ending with waking after minutes of imagined travel. The piece blends odd imagery with a note on health.
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Beners
Polite Interruption Sparks Mild Exchange in Kansas City
The Kansas City Times records a brief exchange noting how interruptions are rude, though a woman is described as interrupting repeatedly during a clothing discussion with a quip about ridiculousness. The dialogue centers on social manners and gendered expectations in conversation.
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C. Kansas City Times
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Chicago
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St. Louis
Association of American Advertisers
New York City
Holland
Ain
England
Pitanta
Alps
Reo
Atl
RAND
George W. Stout
Doughe
Dougherty
Taft
Lupercal
Jim
Caeser
Watson
Gon Island
Indiana
Ors
Rushville
Albert
Birdland
Hamachi
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