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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1905
Page
4
A reflective essay contrasts Western attitudes with an alleged Chinese Japanese communal ethic. It argues Americans lack solidarity, citing Grange era farmer practices and business rivalries, while praising oriental unity and sacrifice for the public good amid concerns about the yellow peril and a gasoline price barrier.
A 1905 column argues automobile racing is brutal and doomed without safety reforms. It cites injuries to drivers like Earl Kiser and Webb Jay, calls for public and legal action, and warns of boycotts and stricter laws if fatal wrecks continue. It mentions Barney Oldfield and a note about Russell Sage.
The speaker urges disgraeful moments to inspire better air and light, suggesting cities may need ice, pure milk, tents, and park tents. He calls it a higher civilization and cites the tragic lesson of the summer of 1905. Clyde Power defends his claim about proposing a dump in Fall Creek, clarifying it was not his suggestion.
A New York magistrate excused Jennie Katz for defending herself with scissors against a man who insulted her at her tailor shop bench but erred in labeling the act as under unwritten law. The piece argues that lawful defense of a woman’s honor is a written legal right, not a romanticized creed. It notes the universality of womanly defense across social strata. A burglar in Angl é a shows cruelty by forcing a victim to perform music, revealing a hardened criminal.
Predictions state changes and travel will occur but the year remains mostly quiet and favorable. Health should be guarded or it may suffer. The young will court. a child born on that day 1606 will be well conducted yet restless, and fairly fortunate in business. A female non married life will not be happy.
Mrs Glynes of London sought aid from the General Federation of Women's Clubs to back a female Cecil Rhodes scholarship scheme. American club women criticize her for belittling the federation noting their main activity is founding kindergartens and traveling libraries. Her request is unlikely to be well received for several reasons.
Treasury department orders seize and confiscate sealskin garments under federal act. Passengers aboard an American liner faced removal of seal coats later returned as imitations or electric seals. One traveler paid 600 dollars in London and protested the finding.
A satirical portrait of the Kansas farmer as an overextended, self confident figure. The piece critiques his tendency to spread effort over too large an area, neglect foundations like gardens and buildings, and underinvest in equipment, while boasting of his ingenuity and dominance in farming life. It references August through September seasonal work and forecasts humorous imagined changes in life and cities as a backdrop to the farmer’s character.
The Kansas farmer is portrayed as self-reliant and independent, bowing to no one yet hospitable and successful. He endures grasshopper pressures, governs risk with tempered resolve, and enjoys comforts like Pullman travel and daily papers while investing in education and teachers.
An account portrays the Kansas farmer as a survivor of trials and trial winds who transformed wild prairie into productive land. He hedged, planted trees, and turned to wheat and forage, repaying debts, building homes, and establishing modern comforts. The piece frames him as resilient, generous, and financially adept, a symbol of progress across Kansas.
A young American girl in Athens rose to a sudden emergency when her family lost their fortune. Traveling with her mother in Europe, she turned to work as a professional guide and has become notably successful in her new role.
Julie Morton, an actress known for her role in the Park he fér Stock compans last season, sues her husband Joe Butterfield for divorce. She accuses him of poisoning her mind and links him to promoting feminine enterprises. The suit cites strained marriage and alleged interference with her personal life.
The Meridian 1 Methodist church property at Meridian and New Yorkate has been sold for 979000 to Dantel W Marmon and Charles Perry of Indianapolis Light and Heat. A modern business building is expected to replace the church on the site though the deal is not yet absolutely closed.
John Woodrow, a brakeman, killed himself by lying on the Panhandle track as a New York river train approached at a mile a minute. The man, involved in a quarrel with his sweetheart, was ground to pieces before aid could reach him.
Banfrancieco Aug 71 The grand jury report harshly attacks Mayor Behrmits and the police and several public service branches. It accuses the mayor of at least six distinct offenses warranting impeachment proceedings.
A defective fire at E D Smith's home on Everest Street caused a loss and ore damage. J Ryan, injured in a Kantucky accident, was discharged from St Vincent's hospital. Rev R E Brown appeals for help locating his missing wife. Magdalena Neu widow of Valentin Neu died Sunday at Woodlawn Avenue home. Five children survive William E New Joan and Mary New and Mrs BR Caldwell. Funeral service set Tuesday. A fawn fete planned by Be W club Monday evening at SS Bom Jishave.
A special meeting of the Central Labor Union will be held at 725 North Delaware Street at 7 o clock on Monday to discuss the report of the special committee of the movement.
W K Potts aged 3 drowned Saturday afternoon in White river near Altigonville after cramps seized him. Dennis Sullivan and others searched for over an hour before recovering the body. Potts lived at 30 North Delawares and funeral arrangements are delayed as his brother is away at Atlantic City and cannot be located.
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