Indianapolis Sun and Willis S Thompson Masthead
The Indianapolis Sun published daily except Sunday in the Ben building at 123 and LS B Ohio Street. Foreign advertising reps listed in New York Chicago St Louis. Entered as second class mail. AACA has certified its circulation. only figure No 165.
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Indianapolis urged to lure big manufacturing plants
A urging editorial calls Indianapolis to actively pursue major manufacturers relocating to Indiana. It cites another city securing an automobile plant with 2000 workers and argues Indianapolis must market its assets to attract similar investments, grow population and tax base, and outperform slower neighbors.
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The Worthy Reward of Inventors and Healers
Governments prize Wright brothers for flight but not as much as doctors who combat disease. Scientists who cure, prevent, or ease suffering persist without vast fortunes, sharing discoveries freely to raise humanity. Patented medical advances save thousands, while the true reward is continued work and public good.
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After Dinner Speech Turns Into Dinner Duel
A witty exchange portrays a husband as a popular after dinner speaker in the city. The punchline reveals he is always hungry and eats before facing the mic, joking that he must dine after every banquet because the host fears his speech.
Engagement Shifts From Artist To Dentist
A humorous exchange notes a change in plans from marrying an artist to instead marrying a dentist. Flo remarks the dentist draws from real life, implying a practical skill over romantic idealism.
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New Castle Politics Mix as Citizens Ticket Emerges
In New Castle Indiana talk shifts to a citizens ticket led by Judge Mark E Forkner for mayor with Republican L M Johnson for clerk and Democrat James B Wallace for treasurer. The council slate splits as Forkner’s family ties loom large while endorsements favor unity and a first class mayor. The Rev Charles M Fillmore earns recognition for editorials and a new church stock plan aims to fund Hillside Church with weekly share payments including women and children as shareholders.
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Talking Too Much a Girl's Great Danger
A short poem by Lurana W. Sheldon urges girls to guard their speech. It warns that excessive talking exposes secrets and invites trouble. Seek a trustworthy confidante, preferably a mother, and avoid sharing to many people or on paper. Keep secrets close and choose wisely whom to trust.
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Germ Hobgoblin and the Fear of Science
A writer laments how modern bacteriology unsettles childhood imagination and old people alike. He recalls fears of germs and wonders if knowledge prolonging life makes existence less worth living, urging protection for vulnerable minds.
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Irish politician helps beggar after theater encounter
A generous Irish politician in a western city leaves a theater and is approached by a beggar who asks for charity. The politician gives coins and asks about the beggar’s finances. The beggar replies and then departs, as reported by Lippincott's.
Beveridge and Harmony in Indiana Senate Talk
A Democrat from Shelbyville argues Indiana Democrats can elect a senator in 1911 by voting for Democratic legislators, criticizing Beveridge for aiding Democrat-friendly policy while urging Republicans to unite or risk a Democratic sweep. The writer questions Beveridge’s strategy and favors a broader Republican gain to secure a Democratic senate.
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Countess and Father Clash Over Finances in Sect Debate
The dialogue notes a Count-Vat economy dispute as the Countess agrees and a father warns they are living beyond his means. Lippinestt'm appears in the fragment, hinting at social strain and financial scrutiny within a household.
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