Asphalt habit destroys Indianapolis streets and budgets
A local report echoes New York City findings on asphalt pavements, describing widespread deterioration, frequent repairs, unsafe conditions for horses and fire trucks, higher insurance concerns, and a call for repaving. It notes Indianapolis has no perfect asphalt street and criticizes the continued use of asphalt amid repeated failures.
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Questionable Michigan City Prison Probe Stirs Outcry
The editorial criticizes a lax inquiry into prison abuses and alleged misconduct by Dr Horne and officials at Michigan City's prison. It argues investigators shielded Deputy Warden Barnard by focusing on Dr Horne and Vaccine virus claims, urging independent, proper inquiry to address real abuses affecting the Ingiane area.
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Michigan City
Barnard
Dictie
Ingiane
News Herald Faces Gas Rates Debate Again
The News grew locally by opposing high gas rates years ago and now remains ready to discuss the gas question dispassionately, continuing its long standing stance on the issue.
Nature Gas Meters Endorsement Gains In News
The News shifts to support natural gas meters as a policy. A stubborn pursuer in a chase will always choose the back track. Dr. Horne may have clearer data on alleged brutalities at Michigan City prison, but may not pursue it further if unavailable.
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Hanna aims to free Rath from Cuban jail amid silence on Neely
In this report Charles W Fairbanks refuses to speak for Neely as Hanna presses for Rath's release from a Cuban prison. The bribery issue surfaces with St Louis moving to punish bribers and bribe-takers, signaling reform efforts.
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Rath
Neely
Charles W.’ Fairbanks
St. . Louis
Admiral Bob Evans Pursues His All Way to the Orient
A brief, terse note describes Admiral Bob Evans pursuing his path toward the Orient, signaling a broad, unspecified voyage. The fragment hints at a global route and strategic movement without detailing dates, destinations, or outcomes.
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Orient
Indianap Board of Works Members In Veiled Rhetoric
A fragment notes Indianap Board of Works members are described in vague terms amid a vaudeville era context. The brief hints at political theater or public works debate, with no clear actions or outcomes detailed in the readable text.
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Horne Investigation Faces Murky Reception Amid Rumors
The report notes a muddy reception of Horne's inquiry with the Tillmans suspected of involvement. The bill appears prepared for now and may continue, signaling ongoing political tension and unresolved questions.
Pithy notes from state press roundups spur varied views
A St Louis man’s burglar trap patent is praised as a sure thing. A botanist notes honeysuckle is the only flower bees won’t touch. A Sheridan attorneys disbarment prompts calls for reform. An Indianapolis preacher’s rebuke of the mayor’s wife draws mixed reaction. A push for roadside tree planting aims to offset forest loss, amid warnings of rapid deforestation.
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Newport Hoosier
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Michigan City Dispatch
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Monogramming Rules for Table Linens Explained
The article outlines etiquette for monogram placement on different linens. A single initial on a napkin is correct, but a monogram is preferred. it must be positioned 2.36 inches from the corner on an oblong cloth, or two monograms on a round cloth opposite each other. sizes range about three to four inches on the table centerpiece and about one and a half inches on the napkin.
Letters From Indianapolis Sun Readers Stance On Local Issues
A compilation of quoted remarks from residents and readers in Indianapolis on topics including newspapers The Sun and The Indiana Daily Sun, labor, politics, liquor laws, insurance, transit, counterfeiters, and civic life. Notable names referenced include John Lowe G W Brown Orin Walker and Ed Steele, reflecting a lively cross section of opinions and community concerns.
Smiles and a Saved Missionary Request Fashion Paper
A note describes Freddy urging haste to avoid losing the car while a quoted line recalls choosing between evils. Chicago Record-Herald cites callers offering help. A rescue band finds a weakened missionary, smiling as she asks for a fashion paper she hasn’t seen in six months.
How to Braise and Use a Covered Roasting Pan
A historical guide explains braising pans, typically a sheet iron 18 pan with a matching cover. It notes a roasting pan usually differs, as braising emphasizes slow cooking with heat from above and below. Modern ovens reduce need for a raised cover, while casseroles and pipkins offer heat retention advantages.
Shorter golf skirts and chic blouse details in fashion note
Fashion discussion notes that shorter golf skirts remain in vogue for practicality and style, including box plaits and knee length fullness. It describes chiffon and batiste combinations for blouses with cross-stitch, lace insets, and back-buttoned simple designs, highlighting work and decorative techniques.
Ginger like growth and sweet conserve roots described
The article explains growing ginger similar to iris roots, minting a canna like habit with sun rich soil and ample water. Plants reach three to five feet, bearing pinkish spike flowers. In mild climates roots can stay, otherwise dig every fall and replant. Indoor storage and drying methods detailed.
Fashionable woman buys fabrics from husband's tailor
The article notes the stylish woman orders morning suit materials from her husband or brother's tailor as men’s fabrics gain prestige. It describes gray shawl skirts and business suit mixtures, with gray cloths forming frock coat suits and heavy rope silk trim, and black satin facings on cuffs and collars.
Waiting for Spring Flowers Beneath the Snow
Poem describes white snowdrop waking, flowers and mosses beneath snow, roots sprouting. imagines seeds and buds waiting under leaves and ice, with faith that God will bring growth as spring arrives.
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Buttercup
Pneumonia Germ Inspires Cheerful Car Dance
A Washington Star verse laments the blythe pneumonia germ roaming with glee. It mocks the druggist counting quinine profits while nature and merriment urge a lighter tune and trips in rubber shoes and flannels.
Spring novelties parade in dry goods ads
The Dry Goods Economist lists spring novelties including parasols with bamboo sticks, repousse lace flounces, shell combs, high crown men’s derbies, white silk parasols, blue flannel gym suits, suede belts, carved wood fire screens, lace bed sets, satin taffeta coats, many hats, leather purses and tackle for the sporting season.
Boyd on the Run After Quarantine Break at Maryland Street
William Boyd rode Shanks pony to a bicyclemen hall incident on Friday afternoon. City hospital authorities said Boyd was on hospital grounds as the bicyclemen pursued him. He broke the quarantine on W Maryland Street, was arrested and sent to the workhouse for 20 days but escaped before serving sentence. He successfully fled again yesterday, evading officers who pursued him until they lost sight of him.
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Wise Saws on Vanity and Promise
A collection of maxims notes how vanity and temperance shape character. It contrasts dull razors with wise self-control, links reading to forecasting behavior, and warns that pressure to keep promises affects a child’s future. It cites New York News observations on food fads and child play in spring.
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New York News
Central hospital for the insane annual report 1901
The Central hospital for the insane filed its annual report for the year ending October 31 1901 showing 1845 patients on the roll 582 admitted 375 discharged and 178 deaths The institution used 256224 leaving a balance of over 8000 on appropriation of 26460371 The hospital property is valued at Real estate 1600000 personal 275155 A new hospital addition for the sick insane cost 110000 was erected during the year.
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Board of Trustees of
the Central Hospital For the Insane
Hall's Catarrh Cure Internal Remedy Claim
Catarrh cannot be cured with local applications. cure requires internal remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on blood and mucous surfaces. It is a nonquack prescription from a top physician, a blend of tonics and blood purifiers. Testimonials available. price 75 cents. Hall's Family Pills also recommended.
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