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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1892
Page
3
A fragment from the Hocky Mountain News reflects a speaker’s wish to bless life, ease human woe, and leave a comforting record for friends after death. The verse ventures into nature, fate, and the desire to help others before passing.
A London assistant dentist narrator buys a diamond ring for Kitty and two sets of false teeth by mistake. He mails them to Mrs Langham and Miss Wilson, causing a husband to confront him. He confronts Kitty, who reveals she wears Mrs Langham's false teeth, changing his perception of their relationship.
A narrator recounts sending the wrong engagement ring and teeth to Miss Wilson, leading to a dramatic confrontation. He flees the house in anguish, reflecting on the need to be careful with sending personal items in the future.
A fragmentary period piece notes public talk on women and sport. It mentions Langtry and Crosby as famed figures with large legacies, Maggie Mitchell’s wealth from acting, and the Countess Russell’s charity skirt dance. A physician comments tennis as a two armed sport favoring balance, yet supports cricket.
In a Boston suburb a cat named Betty gives birth to four or five pit bulls and hides the litter in the family sleigh. Ethel and Aunt Emma observe the unexpected brood, and a child asks if Betty is married. The scene blends domestic humor with a child’s innocent misunderstanding.
To break off a long friendship and give unsolicited advice are cited as faults. The text condemns forming doubtful alliances, overspending on nonessential aims, and loving more than one woman at a time. It warns against leaving reputable business for politics and stirring neighborly disputes.
Practical guidance on preparing fish and onions, baking with water in the oven, and handling table linens. Advice covers soaking onions to remove odors, and drying, wringing, folding, and ironing damp linens to minimize wrinkles.
A fragment from the Atchison Globe and Galveston News quotes on work, disguise, and aging. It threads a wry line about disguising breath and a playful jab at youth and school attire, from Somerville Mass Journal.
A collage of late 19th century items notes Detroit bakers may strike on May 1 and mentions various incidents. Archbishop Ryan potential card renewal in Ohio. a Sunday barbershop law is active. a body found on a Detroit area beach hints foul play. Reports cover crimes, politics, and social unrest across several cities.
The piece notes lilac paper as a fad, says the Diarritz glove is favored, and pompadour cuts are dated. It mentions veiling, shad dinners, boutonniere practice, and students embracing academic costume. It cites Queen Victoria’s crown value, a florist selling many rosebuds, Japan’s newspapers, and a large hen near Philadelphia.
An old-fashioned claim argues medicine should not taste bad to work. Scott’s Emulsion, a cod liver oil product, masks the fishy flavor without losing any benefit. It emphasizes easy digestion and urges readers to buy from Scott & Bowne in New York or local druggists nationwide for $1.
An advertisement by Dr. F. M. Abbett of 28 Virginia Ave Indianapolis promises cures for self abuse seminal weakness and other sexual diseases without mercury. It claims twenty years of practice and invites readers to send stamps for prompt reply. Also notes a financial notice on page two of The Sun.
Manxway April 25 reports varied listings across markets. Prices span smoked meals hams and dried beef to canned vegetables and fruits, with coffee, tea, cheese, eggs, and butter showing steadier movement while groceries overall hold steady amid shifts in meat and produce pricing.
The Indiana State Board of Agriculture invites sealed proposals for all materials and labor to erect nine building types at the new fair grounds northeast of Thirty Street and Monon railway Indianapolis. Bids due May 6 at 10 p m with 75 percent bid bond. Bidder may view drawings at secretary’s office and architects office in Lafayette and Peoria. The board may reject all bids.
The act declares it unlawful to connect or reconnect gas service, alter valves, or enlarge mixer orifices without written permits from the gas company. Violations carry a fine from five to one hundred dollars upon conviction.
An advertisement promises a ten word liner inserted in Tae Sun six days for a charge of 30 cents. The offer invites readers to try it, claiming it may yield results.
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