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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1905
Page
4
The mayor delays action on enforcing the Sunday barber shop ban despite barbers petitioning for law enforcement. He cites election concerns, dodging a direct duty while promising to act next week. The gas franchise vote passed 60 cents, with scrutiny on projectors and the people, keeping public ownership as a distant hope.
Indianapolis faces dire health risks from unswept streets dirty vaults cess pools weeds and general filth. The appeal cites City Hospital area odors and calls for urgent action using broom and formaldehyde to curb typhoid fever. The note references New Orleans sanitary failures and urges municipal vigilance.
In August, growing numbers in England seek respite abroad as many who can afford travel to Marienbad. The snippet notes a transfer of leisure interest to continental spa destinations with economic capacity guiding choices. This signals shifting holiday patterns and the allure of European health resorts.
A columnist defends Miss Alice Roosevelt on her worldwide trip from Washington to Jolo, saying she is a normal American girl enjoying honors and Oriental splendor without implying royal status. The piece criticizes sycophantic press and public and urges consistent view that a president's daughter remains just another girl.
A humor piece mocks medical talk with a boy and a mother while references to Christian Science and medical quackery appear. The note also reports Chamberlain and Mrs Chamberlain visiting Massachusetts and Mary Endicott, with plans for a quiet vacation and limited official duties.
Sunday astrological forecast advises avoiding quarrels and preserving money. It predicts many annoyances for some, luck for certain birthdays, and mixed outcomes in love and finance with warnings of loss through theft or debt.
A foreign prince recently lost $50,000 in a single bridge whist night at a premier London club. King Edward urged club officials to curb inner stakes, while younger members threaten to defect to a notorious vice if limits are imposed. The eldest son of a wealthy peer allegedly lost $400,000 in a few nights of play.
A reflective critique of European fashion influenced by the English king’s annual Marienbad visit. It portrays royalty shaping styles, the presence of Parisian and London dandies, and a social circle closing around the king, while warning of shameless imitation and social ambition among the gadabout class.
Special to the Suny New York reports Sullivan’s 42 day Europe tour aboard the steamship Campania. He greets Tammany politicians on arrival and recalls English races, newspapers, and urban life. He notes American jocks, municipal ownership, and social contrasts between New York and London, sharing memories of Ireland and his family.
A collage of quotes covers wholesale drug competition in Indianapolis, the baseball season’s near peak, rising beer consumption, marriage advice, fish and game law enforcement, fair expectations, and health concerns from dust illnesses. Speakers discuss boulevard plans, proposed theater investment, and Sunday shop closures amid local governance debates and business lobbying.
A historical notice expresses sorrow and condolence on the death of Charles B. Krexeta. The text outlines funeral plans, services, and the community’s grief, mentioning family, undertakers, and burial arrangements in a formal, reverent tone. The fragmentary OCR preserves the general sentiment and references a communal response to the loss.
Fragmentary report from Indiana era mentions gasoline picket, a man burned in a gasoline accident, and a deputy appointment by a grand ruler. includes local meetings at Winona Lake and references to Madison and Fort Wayne places. scattered names appear as partial OCR.
A Friday statement by H. Friedman claims Mayor Holtman’s allyship with Saltzman and Farry, noting long-standing party work and gas movement ties. He cites past appointments and contends a unity approach in the city Democratic convention amid calls for amendments to transit and gas policy.
A string of incidents fills the city pages: a young woman swallowed morphine after a quarrel with her sweetheart, Dr. Tony Karttart of City Dispensary summoned to save her life. Jack O'Brien of Velvet Saloon shot in the hand by an accidental oil revolver discharge. Doctors Laughlin and Tilson attended. William A. Jacoby, ex-city treasurer, arrested for a fine evasion and released after paying a fine and promising settlement. Weedman, Sunshinte steamer passenger, judged sane after wreck in White River. Mrs. James J. Bissetin injured in an operation and obituary details follow. Charles G. Orbinon to speak at Bible school closing. Sabbath services to resume. Raymond Rice and George Michell jailed for stealing $5 from Mary Jones. burglar arrests in Thorntown noted. George Roberts and family sickened by suspected poisoned milk. a critical 6-year-old Noble Roberts listed.
A Khrtegad boy aged three and a half astonishes a crowd by reading newspapers and performing comic songs and dances in a sailor Jack Tar outfit. The young performer shows early talent in showmanship and rhythm.
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