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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1908
Page
2
Snippets describe prominent Americans amid London attire trends with speculation on whether figures like Disraeli and Conan Doyle era styles influence or reject the Byronic look. The piece notes attention to mincing manners, dress critique, and a debate over sybaritic fashion among aristocrats and public figures.
James Ho McCyethy, a brakeman, was crushed under a passing switch engine when his seat slipped, suffering serious leg injuries. He was taken to St Vincent's Hospital where doctors fought to save his life.
Eyraieer Ware a poet-lawyer famous in Kasas and linked to a Fort erate era, resigning as pension commissioner to pursue verse. He shows a nonorthodox stance in verse, once editor and legal aspirant, with a notable song about the savior and a restless career in law and writing. Missing with $5,000 reports a New York city theft tied to Harke Scott, treasurer of the Office day company, amid theater fund concerns.
A patient from Battle Creek recounts recovery after switching to Grape Nuts, noting relief from stomach trouble and dizziness. He attributes brain clarity, improved sleep, and weight gain from 120 to about 200 pounds, with a recommendation to look for The Road to Wellville in each package.
Crowds enjoyed the Mardi Gras as guards and locals watched acts by Hess and Cavers. A telegram warned to square accounts before the parade, and several men were fined for rubber-necking causing disruption amid lively performances and applause.
In Wilmington Delaware Ars objected to his mother as the wedding neared. Arles Vaal reportedly caused havoc breaking furniture and smashing wedding gifts. police were required to restore order as the ceremony neared. Numerous wedding presents were among the damaged items.
Artificial gas plans dominate Consumers' Gas traction discussions at Tuesday Directors meeting. W Prosnet proposed to consolidate the plant into a single unit for manufacture and sale of artificial gas. Harry Atking named as finance committee chair to succeed John B. Frenzel, who held the post since incorporation. Company books will be transferred to the American Trust Company of Chicago for audit.
An 1880s Philadelphia notice promotes Paw-Paw as a universal stimulant and cure for dyspepsia nervousness and insomnia. The advertisement asserts the remedy strengthens the system, aids beer and whisky withdrawal, and should be tested by clergymen and mothers alike. It predicts adoption by the U S Army Navy and hospitals worldwide.
Joseph C. Schat, manager of the Mer En Brewing Company, outlines efforts to secure the Promi National Convention. The filing details indicate coordination with committees and legal steps to attract the event, highlighting partnership with local merchants and civic groups to boost lodging and tourism.
President Morales has assumed control of the pro Jona government in Santo Domingo, with the new regime establishing a state on the island. Two revolts reported on the northern side as it consolidates power amid regional instability. Hackney Sprained His Knee during practice. Tinckney of the Sttortridge team will miss several days. Frat members field a second team as they build toward defeating the M. T. Nf. 8. Pioneer William Walters dies at 108 S. Timont Ave. long a West Indianapolis landowner and prominent citizen.
Police investigate a ritual death reported near Abrudhanya Hungary after a local sorceress died. Villagers allegedly pierced a heart with a red hot poker and placed the corpse with a 24 ton horse above the mouth to prevent sorcery.
Puanlatetula, Pa, December 2. The city councils committee on libraries and museums decided to accept Andrew Caraggle's gift of 1,500,000 for the erection of 30 branch libraries. The plan aims to expand public library access across the city with substantial funding. Details on timeline and implementation will follow after further council review.
A sales notice touts Dr Shoops Rheumatic Cure claiming to remove the blood poison causing rheumatism. It offers a one month trial with six bottles and a money back if unsatisfied, urging readers to request a book and contact Dr Shoop Box TS Ravine Wis. MLS cuser not-chrorte often cure ty ome or ete baihies. Ar Septet.
Fragmentary telegraph copy reports deaths in Washington Kerns and Indiana. Mentions Charles Kilbourne of the Army Way Department and widow Stelen, with notes on pension bills, rural route expansions in several Indiana towns, and changes in quartermaster postings in Jeffersonville and Omaha. References to Congressman Overstreet and Hoyt McClain relate to staff appointments and political context.
In Morristown two burglars forced entry to the Hurgtare store and James Hitman meat market by breaking a window and forcing a side door. They escaped with cash and goods before dawn as authorities investigated, while a Pioneer obituary and local ads fill the rest of the page.
A lone highwayman entered the Vanderbilt gambling den at 14 State Street in Chicago Tuesday night and forced 13 men to surrender their money, escaping with $210.
Report from Plymouth near Wilkesbarre of widespread measles in a mining town. Health officials say they cannot check the epidemic. Also notes a fatal fog related accident wave with a South Side elevated train collision injuring a motorman and a passenger among others.
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