Seabury Attacks Congress Over Commercial Questions
The New York financier George Seabury criticizes Congress as ignorant on commercial matters and urges that manufacturers alone decide such questions. He argues politicians and public interests must yield to industrial interests in shaping policy. He claims workers and other groups built the country and that Congress generally acts fairly, despite Seabury’s bold stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Seabury
New York
Seabury
Manufacturers’ Association
Congress
Meanufacturer
Mr. Seabury
Your Move Mr Haag Faces Gas Plant Sale In Indianapolis
The city grants unqualified consent for Julius A Haag to proceed with purchasing Consumers' Gas Trust Company. If Haag delivers cheaper fuel, he could reshape Indianapolis energy, amid claims of a backing syndicate and pressure on the state political scene. Prohibitionists and politicians dissect conventions as voters weigh costs and reforms. Mayor Bookwalter weighs in on election matters as Michigan City prison inquiry looms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Haag
Julius A. Haag
Consumers’ Gas Trust Company
Haag
Indianapolis
Morgan Firm Seizes Control Of Another Railroad
It is noted that J. P. Morgan & Co. have secured control of yet another railroad, a move treated as routine by observers and investors.
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J. P. Morgan & Co
City board weighs Interurban terminal franchise
The Board of Works remains in discussion over the Interurban terminal franchise while Governor Durbin reads the Sun. The article notes ongoing consideration and political attention to the proposal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Works
State press quotes on public issues and humor
The selection surveys editorials and quips across Indiana papers. It notes calls to see through prison scandal whitewash and comments on humor in adversity, political figures, and the rise of trusts in industry.
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Muncie
Bryan
Shelbyville
Lafayette Courier
South Bend Tribune
English Paper Recalls Odd Proposals And Wit
An English paper recalls lighthearted anecdotes about Mr James Dick the gutta percha king whose world trip proposal led to a marriage the same day. It also notes stories about Secretary Shaw, a west coast fortunes tale, a Siamese prince exchange, Dean Stanley and Dr Vance Smith, Senator Kittredge and a cliff dwellers reception with a rye whiskey twist.
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James Dick
Rathr
Mr. Dick
Dean Stanley
Vance Smith
London
Manchester Guardian
Dean
Siam
Kittredge
South Dakota
Capitol
Reflections on Minds and Moods in Society
A series of aphoristic reflections contrasts intellects and environments. It weighs perception, gender roles, ambition, and self-critique, noting how imagination, love, and social constraints shape everyday experience and duties. The essay uses quotational and observational tones to explore human foibles.
Sketches and Songs of a Singer
A nostalgic poem paints scenes of rural life along a river. The speaker recalls ploughmen, dinners, boats, barnyard sounds, and a village church with elm shaded parsonage. The piece contrasts memory with the stage's realism.
Marriage Wish Realized in Town Spat
Mr Smithers mocks the town for marriage madness during a quarrel. His wife retorts that her earlier longing to wed him was sincere and now fulfilled. The exchange turns on who wished for the union more.
The Vanishing Car Ride With a Dark Motive
A girl complains to Mr Blank as he speeds her home in a runaway car. He apologizes and explains he cannot stop the machine and aims to release her later. He says the steering is fine and asks her to stay put until fuel runs out, predicting arrival around three in the morning.
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Blank
Hearty last meal joke before execution
A guard questions a condemned murderer who eats a hearty meal just before his scheduled death. The prisoner cites a newspaper habit, then orders a second helping of scrambled eggs.
Parson Warns Traveller of Danger as Purbutt Prowde Muses
The parson cautions that continued misdeeds lead to ruin, while Purbutt Prowde dryly notes many farmers here keep multiple vices. The exchange captures a rural exchange in a humorous tone.
Hint to Saprich Sparks Daughter's Marriage Idea
In a family exchange, the girl confesses to her father that she told Saprich she prefers a husband with money over brains. The papa consoles her and suggests signaling her interest. Edward Singer reports a domestic scene of marriage expectations and money values.
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Papa
Saprich
Laurelled Poem of a Soldier and a Father
A father reflects on his son returning from war bearing scars and laurels. He mourns the cost of glory and misses his baby while praising the son’s hardened resolve and the weight of battlefield memory. The speaker yields to emptiness amid pride.
Swirl of Society Many Local Weddings and Parties
Miss Iram Wober hosted a hearts party as invitations go out for Miss Annabel Williama and Emerson Chaille wed on April 30. Mrs. Walter Fitch and Miss Harriet Fitch honored Miss Kate Churchill and Miss Goldin Gannon at a Wednesday reception. May Davidson wed John C. Riddle at the Davidson home with Rev. James Stanley officiating. Mary Browning Butler married Dr. James B. Risk quietly at the bride’s home with Rev. G L Mackintosh. State weddings cited include Evansville, Bloomfield, Washington, and Connersville with several couples listed in city churches and homes.
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John L. Grenleat
Chicago
Annabel Williama
Emerson Chaille
Walter Fitch
Harriet Fitch
Kate Churchill
Rushville
Goldin Gannon
Greensburg
May Davidson
John C. Riddle
Lee
Davidson
James Stanley
Mary Browning Butler
Noble C. ‘Butler
James B. Risk
Summit
N. J
G. L. Mackintosh
Evansville
Linda James
Frank Byrnes, Jr
Carrie ‘Evans
Arthur Veach
Bloomfield
Lenora
Fields
Frank
W.shryer
Washington
Bertha Beltman
Henry Kittner
Evanaville
Lessie Cogswell
Frank Newman
Connersville
Anna
Higley
Ilmore
A Complete Monopoly and the Lamb of Mary
A fragment from Washington Star and Brooklyn Citizen columns contrasts a playful jingle with industry power. It references the meat trust and a derisive verse about Mary and a lamb, hinting at social commentary on wealth and sentiment.
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The
Meat Trust
Gentle Mary
Washington
Pongee Linings Suggested For Stylish Dresswear
Readers consider pongee as an alternative lining fabric for dresswear offering comfort and neat appearance. The note highlights pongee as a practical choice for well wearing garments and advises checking fabric compatibility with the dress design.
Good Things 10 EAT Classic Home Cooked Dishes
A collection of simple recipes from codfish in cream to club sandwiches and desserts. Includes creamed codfish shreds with milk and butter, tongue and chicken club sandwiches, Graham gems with dates, jellied prunes, cranberry cottage pudding, and tips on neat packing for travel. Also cites Philadelphia Telegraph and Albany Times Union as sources.
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Graham
Philadelphia Telegraph
Albany Times-Union
Jokes and Q&A from 19th century humor columns
A collage of light exchanges and quips from newspapers. Notes include a scientist’s longevity claim, a self made man exchange, a moral play about childhood behavior, and a rain joke about Mr Spooner. Also a joke on Happy Isles of Greece misdefined as pork and beans.
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Happy Isles
Greece
Little Waldo
Waldo
Chicago Tribune
Household Tips From Old France and Home Magazine
Practical advice on cleaning stained eggs from foods, tenderizing tough meat with vinegar wash, inserting lamp wicks by drying and ironing, preserving vegetable color by boiling uncovered, avoiding soap on matting, and using warm salted water for washing.
Ribbon Details Flaunt Victorian Mourning Attire
The passage describes ribbon use in period dress with tiny fluffy bows and tuck clusters finishing with loops. Satiny ruffles cover garments and panels, borders for mourning veils, and fluffy flounces for evening wear are noted.
Abundant Health Through Strong Blood Circulation
Fragmentary OCR note hints that abundant health comes from good blood flow and vein vitality. read words emphasize circulatory strength as key to well being.
Pocket and Accessory Trends: Gun Metal and Embroidery Rise
Pocket scissors fold in approved fashion now sporting gun metal handles. A gun metal card case is studded with steel. Hat pins feature a gun metal serpent head and amethyst. Garter clasps shine with flowers like forget me nots marguerites or clovers. Summer gowns favor fitted sashes and silk waists with Egyptian embroidery along box plaits ending at the bust line. Embroidery is an indispensable adjunct to the blouse of the moment.
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SUN
B. Ohrist
Michigan City
Board of Charities
Tog
Board of Control
Horne
Charities Board
State Board of Charities
Marion County
Fiome
Prohibitionists
Terry McGovern
Young Corbett
Bookwalter
Indiana
Durbin
Spirit OF the State Press
Washington City
Lafayette
Tipton Times
Shaw
West
Iowa
Pygmalion
Edward Singer
Bookman
Iram Wober
Mrs. George. N.catterson
New Orleans
Brooklyn
Tom Wall
Biggs
Digges
Chicago Daily News
Lit‘tle Bobbie
Sum Buddy
Bobbie
Ohio State Journal
Alice
Martha
Mr. Spooner
Nancy
Boston
Transcrint
Pettis Dry Goods Co
Meridian St
GEM Laundry
Indiana Ave
Mortimer Levering
A. A. Barnes
W. F. C. Golt
W. K. Sproule, Jr
Columbia National Bank
VA Capital
Eri UL Ba
Security Trust Company
Aly I
Fa Eenes
Siosatocsy Ct. I
Grenadines
Allen
Allen 5
LeRoy
Quion Surety
Indianapolis Indiana
Stevenson
Indiana Trust Co
Company
Washington St
Virginia Ave
Union Trust Company
East Market St
John H. Holliday
Henry Eitel
Howard M. Foltz
Charles 8S
M’bride
Tos. R. Adams
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