Gas meter saga divides city council over pledge and meters
A city council revival of the gas meter ordinance sparks outrage as critics accuse Republicans of breaching campaign pledges. Mayor Bookwalter threatens a veto while supporters push for passage amid denials of increases in fuel costs. Other local items include a diamond misplacement, a birth, temperature fault lines in Irvington, and Colorado talk of high drama.
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C. A. Bookwalter
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Bookwalter
Wallop in the solar plexus and Lincoln kin in Indiana
The column notes a wallop given to Philander Knox with an octopus tentacle, mentions a Lincoln relative surfacing in the state, and comments on Indiana generosity. It also cites a looming janitors union, Indiana export dominance, and tariff views by Iowa Republicans amid national debate over policy.
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Philander Knox
Marion
Abraham Lincoln
Indiana
Shelbyville
Repub
What the Papers Say on Speed and Speech
A collage notes critics of Booker Washington as near to uncivilized. Detroit and Buffalo papers discuss speeches and public views on speed and automobil e risks. The Rapids Press comments on how communities resist flying devils of fast cars.
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Booker Washington
Buffalo News
And
Rapids Press
Notable Religious Calls and Historic Memorials Parade
Rev Dr Frank W Gansaulus of Chicago has received a London call to lead a famed Congregational city temple while he preaches there. Miss Lizzie Van Lew’s grave in Shookoe Hill Richmond is marked with a Massachusetts boulder. Robert Arthington of Leeds left £800000 to missions, yielding a million sterling. Nagiyanpe, a Sioux from Fort Shaw, elected leader of Carlisle Municipal Band, first red man to head a whites-only ensemble. Charles H Moore, Amherst 1871, first Black graduate, leads Greensboro colored college department.
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Frank W. Gansaulus
Chicago
London
Congregational City Temple
Lizzie van Lew
Richmond
Shookoe Hill
Robert Arthington
Leeds
England
Nagiyanpe
Fort Shaw
Mont
Carlisle
Amherst College
Charles H. Moore
Moore
North Carolina
Agricultural and Mechanical College
Greensboro
Goats pass as lamb in meat markets and historic log cabin on Maine island
A Chicago man claims packers substitute Angora goat meat for lamb, arguing goats are mistaken for lamb by most observers and that flavor hides the difference. The piece notes a Maine island palatial log cabin on Warren's Island, built for William H. Folwell and now overseen by his son, plus a Russian beggar who lived to 140.
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Chicago
Cleveland Press
Warren’s Island
Maine
William H. Folwell
Philadelphia
A Corner for the Women Fashion and virtue notes
A column offers guidance on female conduct praising humility generosity and patience while detailing sewing tips and fashion trends. It extols living a virtuous life and provides practical advice on clothing construction care and color choices with emphasis on turquoise accents.
Stain Removal Tips From Ink to Wine
A compact guide lists stain remedies for fresh ink milk changes as it darkens. Dried stains respond to lemon salts or javelle water, with thorough washing. Iron rust alcohol paint vaseline benzine boiling water coffee tea fruit wine and machine oil each have specific treatment steps.
Butter and Cream Cheese Cheese Sandwich with Walnuts
A recipe describes blending butter and cream cheese into a smooth cream, with optional Parmesan for stronger cheese flavor, then mixing in chopped English walnuts. Season and spread on bread for a savory sandwich.
Keep a Climbin Still Poem Excerpt from Atlanta Constitution
Poem fragment urges persistence on a tough climb with lines about tiredness and hope. It contrasts striving authorship with others who may fall behind and notes roses and lights on distant heights. Published in the Atlanta Constitution.
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Atlanta Constitution
Odds and Ends from a Nineteenth Century Newsroom
A collage of quips and brief excerpts from various papers includes social humor about Charley Torkins and a rising reformer sketch, flirtations, witticisms on advice and nerves, a pun on bathing suits, a joke about a foot compliment, a Beebohm Tree anecdote, a boast about acts and marriages, and a note on diamonds worth enormous value.
The Sketches And Songs Of A Singer Wardrobe Note
Weather notes and light verse mix with editorials on coal barons and seasonal jokes. The piece blends a singer’s sketches with fall weather musings and a quip about saving words for next winter.
If I Were You I Would Do This, Sunlit Dreams
Poem fragment from Chambers' Journal exploring longing and selfhood. The speaker imagines being sun, stream, river, or dawn to affect the world and loved ones. It ends with a reflection on individuality and gratitude for self.
Darkest Hour ends at Amusements Park Theater
The Darkest Hour closes its brief Park run Wednesday night with the melodrama praised for scenic realism. The Convict's Daughter remains a top attraction for the last three days, while California by J Rush Bronson arrives next week with notable stage novelty led by a lady orchestra conductor.
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California
J. Rush Bronson
No Hope for Body or Soul in Village Snapshot
The village grocer asks Mrs. Haskins about her husband. She replies he is in a bad way with the doctor deeming no bodily hope and the preacher declaring no hope for his soul.
Abilene Woman Visiting Podunk Friends
Miss Bessie Bennett of Abilene Kansas is described as a highly cultured young lady visiting Podunk friends in the area. The letter notes her origins and social standing while traveling.
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Bessie Bennett
Kansas
Abilené, Kas
Picnic plans pressured by Lew Perkins rumor
A Puckerville girl explains she must attend a picnic with Lew Perkins after he allegedly snuck into her yard and photographed her with her hair in kid curls and a wrapper, threatening to show the image to her suitor.
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Lew Perkins
Speaking Briefly on Time and Thought
A compact musing notes that humor is scarce and clever minds face timing. It argues no man is a villain to himself and things arrive late for those early to act. It laments scarce wisdom and says time ahead minds often lead, suggesting modern thinkers must think fast like journalists.
Two bunco men foil city relation in street encounter
Uncle Josh questions how the city relation identified him two blocks away. The relation claims detection by sight of two bunco men stopping him, a policeman pulling him from a trolley car, and him halting two gentlemen who pointed to the street.
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Josh
Bunco
Mosquito Recalls A Night Of High Jinks With Van Bibber
A playful exchange features a mosquito describing a wild night as an old Van Bibber figure sparked a vivid jag. The banter captures a lighthearted moment with a touch of irony and wit.
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Edward Singer
Burdock Blood Bitters Advertises Digestion Cure
An old advertisement claims half the ills come from indigestion and promotes Burdock Blood Bitters to strengthen the stomach and prevent indigestion. The tone mirrors early 20th century patent medicine promotion.
Eugene Cowles Sings Five Songs at Fairbank Show
Eugene Cowles performed five songs at Fairbank Tuesday night with a large crowd in attendance. Fairview announces a Thursday night concert by the Indianapolis military band at the same venue.
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Eugene Cowles
Fairbank
Fairview
Indianapolis
Restrictions on Unchaperoned Social Activities Summary
A set of social rules restricts a young woman from attending entertainments unchaperoned, accepting pricey gifts from an unmarried or engaged man, receiving male visitors without her mother present, or going on walks or drives with such men unless they are family relations or old family friends. It ends with a prohibition on calling under any circumstances.
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