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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 14, 1899

Page

5

Among the Fields with God at St Pauls

Vivid rural image frames a spiritual moment in fields of cattle, trees, bees, and clover with the refrain of ill thoughts dying as prayers rise. The scene closes with a blessing over the landscape at St. Pauls.

A Stepmother

Gertrude Foster discovers her father has married again to Aunt Marion Moore the man she loves, Richard, learns Marion is her stepmother, and accepts the situation with grace. The tale follows family secrets, a proposal, and eventual harmony as Gertrude vows to treat her stepmother with respect and affection.

Gertrude Foster Gertrude Jim Harold Iain Fosters Richard Marion Moore Marion Moore Gertia Gertie Mbesides Mrs. Foster Maple Avenue Louisa

Witty youth escapes reprimand with clever kiss reply

A witty young man kisses a fair miss unseen and narrowly dodges a father’s rebuke by saying he did not hear him coming. The girl’s father concedes the clever retort, while Mrs Honkley limits inquiry and Grandpa in a humor snippet comments on kings queens and aces.

Aphorisms on Wealth Truth and Wit

A collection of concise maxims from various authors each emphasizing honesty candor advice and character. Notable lines compare ability wealth avarice candor accuracy and effect of title ancestry on virtue. The compendium pairs reflections from M Wren Bancroft Disraeli Dumas Johnson and Addison among others.

Addison Lavater

Stolen bronze harp linked to Shelley's Rome tomb

Brief notes mention a possible theft of the bronze harp attached to the tomb of Shelley in Rome. The item, linked to a famed poet, has raised curiosity about admirers who might have removed it.

Holy Land Schubert Oxford Boston Shelley Rome

Violet Time Poem Softly Blossoms in Spring

A short verse from the Detroit Free Press celebrates violet time with imagery of spring wind and fragrant blooms. It notes violets on Daphne's gown and hat, and declares Daphne's mine in the speaker's heart.

Daphne Detroit Free Press

Marriage of Mary Tudor to the Dauphin of France

A fragment recalls the 16th century arranged marriage of Mary Tudor to the Dauphin of France born February 23 1518. The young bride wore a velvet cap and gold dress as Cardinal Wolsey gave the ring and performed the mass in a state ceremony.

Mary Henry VIII Dauphin France Francis I England Cardinal Wolsey Harper's Hazar

Fashion notes on black accessories and summer trims

A fashion snippet describes the season's use of black accents on colored silks. It notes bodice and chemisette detailing, the shift from fur to lighter boas, a white pleated silk boa, and the popularity of black velvet ribbon trims in varying widths on summer fabrics.

Pincushions for Use and Ornament in Contemporary Homes

The article surveys pin cushions as essential yet decorative items in modern homes. It highlights satin, linen, and Dresden embroidered cushions, the practical mattress cushion, and variants with pins kept on top or sides, noting laundering benefits for washable silks and the balance between beauty and utility.

Blick

Ladies’ footwear and hose sale items listing

A catalog of women’s wear including Point d’esprit net fabric in 36 inch width at 15 cents a yard, Oxford shoes for ladies in black and tan, solid dongola, ladies’ black serge house slippers at 89 cents with damaged wording, and full seamless fast black hose at 10 cents a pair.

Point D'Esprit Oxfords

Spring Millinery Sale Promises 100 New Hats Tomorrow

A local shop advertises a showy display of 100 new hats at $3.48 each, along with men's and women's apparel. It lists items including ladies waists, mohair skirts, Richelieu vests, hosiery, kid gloves, and matching accessories at bargain prices. The ad highlights fashion essentials for spring with extensive product variety.

Milan Sailor Ares Ass

Definition of Honeymoon Elicits Obscure Competition Entry

A recent contest defining the term honeymoon yielded a top entry described as a railway journey without a book. The quip plays on travel and leisure themes, reflecting the contest's playful approach to language.

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