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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1893
Page
3
A vivid illustrated poem depicts Ani and Zara, Persian girls among blossoms, cedar shade, a streaming pool, and a robe of film. Languid noon power, dreamlike imagery, and exotic fabrics frame a scene where a girl rests among tiger skins and silk, while birds and moonlight weave through lotus and flowers.
In a Cleveland Press drama, Ruth revisits a long buried memory when a 20 year absence fades as John Graham, an old suitor, returns. A hidden letter reveals a heart’s decision and Ruth confronts whether she once forged a love that might still burn bright.
A collection of fashion notes and quotes on modest dress and etiquette. Kate Field favors restraint from onions, while a new fashion is called a "shiver." Elizabethan ruffs reappear as a decorative neckpiece. A maiden's reserve is praised as a safeguard. Paris promotes flesh-colored suede gloves for evening wear. Mrs John J Ingalls owns a chair over a century old from 1788. Kellar credits his wife for his magic, and Mrs Keller is noted for restraint. Miss Jean Ingelow pursues botanical study and maintains a benevolent dinners charity in London.
The article describes necklace wearing in the morning and on streets as favored. It notes decorative dots for fall goods, mourning manicure sets in black, ribbon waistcoats with seven ribbons, and invisible fastenings. It highlights hairpin sets including tortoise shell pins and a star-adorned large comb, praising the overall pretty effect.
Booth leaves 100000. Daniels plans revival of Tittle Puck next season. Frank abandons whiskers after grey hair discovery. In Liverpool a chair behind the orchestra leader signals the chairman with a mallet for applause. Mrs Crane sails with her husband aboard, unsure of the cruise. The comedian’s company stays largely the same with key additions. A new autumn toilette in French broadcloth features a three-length skirt, V-shaped corsage, satin accents, cape sleeves, and plaited black lace trim.
A NY Herald excerpt notes quirky maxims about Leach laws and consumption. It cites a claim that London postmen walk about 48 360 miles daily, twice Earth's circumference, and laments clerical laxity over marriage fees as many elopements rise. It mocks moralistic reactions while highlighting oddities in public discourse.
A humorous dialogue features a teacher and students debating the temperate zone. A Bright boy explains the concept by averaging the hottest summer and coldest winter days. Miss Stillborder interrupts for a five cent fan, revealing playful interactions.
Beat the whites and yolks with milk flour salt melted butter and baking powder until smooth. Stir in blackberries then steam in a greased mold for three hours. Serve with a rich lemon or vanilla butter sugar sauce for a fruit pudding classic.
The street car company gains permission to install poles along Central avenue. The State convention of Epworth leagues will meet here the first week of September with about 2 000 attendees. Special officer Campbell received an East India cane from Henry Talbot. Geo A Gay returned from a five weeks tour of England Scotland and France reporting dull business. Captain Robert Wishard, a noted Indiana pioneer, died on his Greenwood farm at 90 leaving three children. An autopsy on John Shane at St Vincent's Hospital found blood poisoning. hospital surgeon cites injuries from the Big Four yards as the cause. Robert Duncan and his sister Annie Cramkins of Lafayette reunite after 70 years apart. he is 85, she 83.
An 19th century style advertisement proclaims Dr Pierce Golden Medical Discovery cures for skin diseases blood impurities and scrofula with a money back guarantee. It also promotes Dr Sage’s Catarrh Remedy at 50 cents offering a complete cure for chronic catarrh in the head.
Seville quake shocks Santa Rosa with no collapse reported. Rear Admiral Skerritt replaces Blount as U S representative in Honolulu. Thakare Sahib of Moryland and son Prince Lukhhirja arrive in New York. Cholera cases at New York port steady with two at Swinburne Island improving. Lima Ohio buildings burn and a 4 year old girl dies at DeWitt home. Robert H. Coleman of Lebanon Pa makes an assignment as his assets lag liabilities. Mackay undergoes successful vermini form appendix removal in New York. Ernest Lacare, killer of Nellie Byron, escapes Joliet jail to state prison, narrowly dodging lynch. Cleveland banks halt currency payouts for big pay rolls, replacing with small clearing house checks. Four bodies recovered from Big Four wreck at Peoria including Andrew Wallace and Wai Cross. First National Bank of Nashville closes doors. City Savings Bank suspends payments 60 days. A probe into tobacco sales notes Admiral cigarettes seek profits over restraint.
On August 10 city markets show firm quotations for Delaware peaches and grapes with assorted meats and groceries. Prices cover ham and bacon types, dried beef, lard, fresh pork, Virginia and California produce, canned fruits, and vegetables, with shippers paying varied prices for dairy and poultry. Notable items include Empire and Morgan & Gray brands, Louisiana lard tiers, and numerous fruit crates and crates per basket. High variety reflects regional trade and monthly seasonal offerings.
A compact line urges readers to watch THE Sun. It emphasizes value and vigilance in a sharp, period-voice pose. No additional items are included beyond this quoted exhortation.
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