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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1900
Page
4
A fragment from a Sun newspaper page shows pricing terms in advance and a request to notify the office by phone or mail about carrier changes. The text is garbled and contains telephones, locations, and a prompt to contact Indianapolis Indiana postal office.
The piece notes faith leaders or congregants in a Presbyterian setting debating a proposed bond issue around $150,000 for a city project. It argues funds should be used only for their stated purpose, criticizing the administration for not spending more decisively and referencing past bridge project lessons.
The piece debates grand building schemes for Indianapolis, praising Sun support while warning against overplanning. It cites Simms and Hanna, political maneuvering, a Paris exposition dig, a stalled Rural-st subway contract, and the push for statues and rail infrastructure amid budget tensions.
Elizabeth Stuart Phelps reflects on Easter as the most beautiful church festival. She argues its celebration binds Christian life, renews hope, strengthens faith, and comforts bereavement, making Easter a definitive proof of Christianity to Christian hearts. The piece contrasts agnostic and religious views while affirming Easter’s primacy.
The discussion favors selecting either Thomas Taggart or Commodore Higgins from Indiana. Higgins' naval record could strengthen the ticket while Taggart faces political pressures as Republicans pursue a $150000 issue. The gubernatorial campaign is described as sharp and contentious.
A collection of remarks from local leaders and citizens on public life, race, law, journalism, and city projects. Highlights include M. R. Hyman on youthful energy in committees, attorney Hanna on juries, and W. W. Hubbard praising the Indiana Commercial Museum and Auditorium.
Edward Everett Hale argues Easter renews life beyond mere immortality. He cites Christ's promise of abundant life and says the resurrection quickens life in all relations, transforming the world 19 centuries ago and awakening humanity from burial clothes.
A collage of remarks from doctors, a coroner, a miner leader, a policeman, and others reflects health opinions, labor strikes, weather concerns, and social humor. Figures include Dr Brennan, President Mitchell, Coroner Nash, Architect Wallingford, and Jos Rink, with notes on heart disease, weather, and city life in Indianapolis.
A fragmented piece notes a singer admired by many yet misunderstood. It contrasts the singer’s kind acts and debts paid with neighbors’ suspicions and persistent gloom. The verse shifts to a humorous exchange about kopje landmarks and strikes, then laments the singer’s impact on others, ending with a reflection on rain and longing.
Ballington Booth reflects on Easter as the forgiving power of Christ and the victory over death. He criticizes empty ceremonies and urges sinners to repent and trust in Jesus for salvation. The piece praises new life and freedom from tradition through true faith and personal holiness.
A wealthy patron asks a sculptor to carve a marble piece expressing the United States attitude toward Puerto Rico. The sculptor agrees brusquely and inquires about a design, and the patron suggests a small marble heart as the symbol.
The Magazine club gathered at Hotel English on Saturday to elect officers. Various engagements and weddings are noted including Miss Caroline Minor and Thaddeus W. Rodecker planning an April 25 ceremony at 2022 N Capitol Ave. Belle Moore and William Miller announce a June wedding. Dr Edward Everett Hale will speak on Reminiscences of Emerson Holmes Lowell and Longfellow at the Contemporary club April 18. A silver and golden wedding anniversary celebration at Hotel English honored Mr and Mrs E K Criley and Mr and Mrs Robert Morrow with gifts and noted attendees.
The jury in the Michael O'Con nor versus the Oolitic quarry company failed to reach a verdict after 24 hours of deliberation on Friday evening.
A warning against catarrh ointments containing mercury notes their destruction of smell and health. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co of Toledo is mercury free and taken internally.
Quotes from women at community events reveal humor and concern. Mrs Nettie Ransford Miss Hickie Hough Miss Josephine Pugh and Mrs George Coughlin share reflections on opinions motherhood care and discipline at local clubs and institutions. Names appear alongside anecdotes about a boy recovering from appendicitis and a bath routine at a girls industrial school.
A collection of satirical quips on Dewey and Bryan from several papers, noting the presidential race and the Kansas City convention. Also mentions milliners offering fashionable hats at appealing prices and a jab at Secretary Carlisle and Secretary Gage over deficits and surpluses.
Washington April 14 A contract closed Friday between the government and the Holland Torpedo Boat Company for the submarine boat Holland. The price agreed upon is $150000.
Listings show multiple churches with ministers and service times including 10:45 a.m. and evening slots such as 7:30 or 7:45. Denominations range from Baptist and Presbyterian to Episcopal Universalist and M E, with ministers like Rev. Villers Phil putt Brown Graham Quayle Haines Milburn Cum ming Smith Cros by Taylor Bacon Lasby Lasby.
A notice lists Franklin coil hoop company with capital stock of 5000 and Hammond with capital stock of 15000. Indiana benefit association of New Albany offers life and accident indemnity insurance through a regional listing. Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup claims superior merit and urges trial for coughs and colds amid numerous market remedies.
A vintage ad notes Merchant's 3c Restaurante at 50 N. Dilan Street open day and night offering first class meals and business lunches. It promotes a blood remedy side by side with the dining listing and mentions Charles Musilerschoen as proprietor opposite an unnamed Union station.
A special train will depart Union Station at 7 30 a m for a round trip to Cincinnati priced at 125 dollars.
Business lunch offered from 11 a m to 2 p m at Kits Sample Room And Cafe Restaurant. Located on the second floor of EB Kits, near Court Street.
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