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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1901
Page
4
The piece argues against fundraising in public schools amid Harrison monument appeals. It states collections humiliate needy families, create class distinctions, and threaten equal opportunities. It asserts schools are not charity or tax bodies and calls for a rule banning all collections in public schools to preserve democratic equality.
The law requires delivery to within city corporate limits of 2500 or more but express companies extend their limits arbitrarily. Residents outside the boundary face postal card notices and must fetch packages at offices. The piece warns of holiday volume and possible enforcement gaps with penalties ranging from ten to one hundred dollars per offense.
President Roosevelt urges government action to stop convict-made goods from competing with free labor products. Indiana has a law on the issue but enforcement is lacking. Another Indiana measure aims to end contract labor and establish a state supply system to favor free labor.
Roosevelt urges a law to publish corporate franchise business to inform citizens. He argues cities deserve transparency and fair taxation at state or county levels to enable proper regulation of municipal franchises.
The governor faces criticism as judges and prosecutors push for convictions then seek parole shortly after. Governor Mount once told a judge he would respect the court’s decision even if the judge did not agree with the parole request.
Township assessor Jefferson hesitates on taxing the German house, suggesting if taxation is warranted it is his duty to place the property on the duplicate and let the courts resolve any doubts if the owners protest possible injustice.
The text notes Senator Foraker as the preferred interpreter of U S supreme court decisions on foreign possessions, while welcoming definitions from other sources.
A fragment notes a husband will soon add another necktie to his collection stored in a lesser drawer. The terse line implies a domestic detail without broader context or names.
Farmers across Indiana have volunteered time to build and improve rural roads as federal officials select routes for free rural delivery. In Madison county one township reported labor valued at about $20,000 last summer, aiding public highways and supporting anticipated rural routes.
The piece argues Thomas Colbert and Michael Slavin voted with Republicans for four years, violating the city charter spirit as Board of Safety appointees. It says Bookwalter’s mayoral victory relied on Taggart’s lax charter enforcement, and the Bookwalter administration mirrors Taggart’s methods with notable accuracy.
J Frank Hanly weighs another bid for the U S Senate with Beveridge in 1905, then doubts the move. He led a strong effort in 1899 but may not revive it. The piece laments that political workers rarely rally behind defeated candidates.
In Indianapolis the Indiana Democrats consider a bolder candidacy selection than the old guard. A sharper contender is eyed to energize the slate and fight for the party’s goals.
Irons hall repeatedly appears in Washington related to the federal judgeship issue. The reference suggests the topic resurfaces in national discussions, highlighting its ongoing relevance to the nomination process.
Mrs Samuel Quinn hosts Chapel club gathering Wednesday evening. Central Christian Church fair runs Wednesday and Thursday. Mr and Mrs O B Jameson host dinner Tuesday for Horace Speed. German House hosts entertainment Friday and Saturday nights. Laura Hamilton and George H Fosdick wed Tuesday at bride's Spann Avenue home. Rev M Crosley officiates. Rev W A Quayle visiting Indianapolis. hosted by Mrs Daniel Stewart. St Patrick's social club hosted by Mrs T A Green and Mrs W T Moroney at St Joseph's training school hall Thursday. Jeannette Judson and Frank Van Wie married at Christchurch Wednesday. couple to reside in New York. Hood's Sarsaparilla promoted as preventive and curative medicine.
Israel Zangwill critiques American reporters in a vivid anecdote from Cincinnati. The piece surveys figures like Truida in Florence, the reclusive Ouida, and Herbert Spencer at 82, noting sermons allegedly written by a London church widow and bought by Anglican clergy.
The page gathers short comic exchanges from notable figures and columns including Isabel Hypatia Mrs Styles Uncle George and Miss Twitters with a Kipling note. It recounts Rudyard Kipling nurturing a lion cub in South Africa and his forthcoming Ladies Home Journal piece with photos.
A poetic fragment evokes melancholy days shaped by busy markets and familiar holiday rituals. It contrasts restless commerce with intimate moments by a fireside and Christmas imagery, hinting at themes of love, friendship, and seasonal reflection.
The subject, nicknamed Young Corbett, completed his course on Thanksgiving Day and now holds a diploma, marking his transition to a full-fledged actor.
In a curt exchange a man on a car asks for the breath to be turned away, but the intoxicated passenger replies that he cannot because his breath is too strong and overpowering him.
A theater audience erupts as a man requests removal of a hat for a better view while another jokes about the annoyance. A bystander mocks rival suitors, urging constant praise to win a sweetheart, reflecting rowdy backstage style.
The piece presents two stanzas addressed to Anita with a singing rhythm. It promises guidance through storms and grave seas as Love keeps and consoles, ending with bells of Home and Peace. The speaker likens Love to a harbor where Anita rests and dreams.
Witticus notes a split at an uptown church as two grande dames quit after the pastor refused to wed their pug dogs. Cynicus jokes about the canines being part of the uproar and mocks church politics.
The New York Sun prints a page of a communication titled How to stop snoring Keep awake Miss Stone aims to profit from vaudeville after rescue A Denver burglar returns silverware to his fiancee wedding presents discussed and postponed life with burden Vanderbilt baby protest Harvard coach labels a player czar of all the rushers with a clever pun.
A catalog style note reviews hand worked bibs knitted socks and sacques in white cashmere and flannel. It suggests Canton flannel sacques worn under dresses and silk and wool flannel alternatives, plus oil silk lined powder bag pouches and nursery pins as charming gifts.
Amusements report the Empire company energizing the Grand with crowded houses twice daily. Each act pleases, and James J. Corbett’s fresh monologue draws major crowds as a standout storyteller. Man's Enemy at the Park also tours well with a sensational, well staged play. Dainty Duchess company to perform at the Empire all week with a solid show.
A poetic meditation traces love through the calendar from January frost to December’s sighs. The speaker moves with seasonal change, noting January chill, February gentleness, March winds, April tears and laughter, May promises, June hope, July sunlit glory, August harvest, September chill, October leaves, November fogs, and solitary wandering.
Fragmentary ad copy suggests a housing sale or listing stating you can get a house for ten cents. The readable text is incomplete and lacks dates or location.
The article explains affordable ready made skirts with elaborate guipure or alencon bodices, designed for fashionable promenade or evening wear. It notes the common full hem, seven breadth silk lining, and adjustments for length with lace or glace silk frills if needed.
A Lafayette company organizes to build a distillery in the city with capital stock of 250000 and an output target of 500 barrels daily. The project signals a major local industrial development and employment potential.
Poem laments a ruined factory town once alive with industry. References to a red factory, curling smoke, broken windows, a lawyer, and a builder mark the decline. The speaker notes fifty thousand dollars spent, now valueless, leaving a gaunt frame amid cheerless snow and lost dreams. Edward Singer.
The article outlines lace dating clues from thread type to edging. It notes machine-made thread appears after the early 1700s, 20 inch thread lengths before then, and various motifs like bride's orchid, knots, dots, loops, and scallop shapes helping place pieces in medieval, Renaissance, or later periods. It highlights bar ornaments, scallop shapes, and center dots as era indicators.
The December Ladies' Home Journal notes ribbons will be widely used this season for collars belts and corsage bows. Pouch-front corsages feature a rosette or a multi loop bow placed left of center for decoration. Albatross or silk waists gain trims of narrow velvet ribbons with a rosette on the left side.
Tiny white necklets for babies and little girls emerge as the latest jewelry fashion. They span diamonds, pearls, enamels, moonstone or white beads and suit christening gifts from godmother to goddaughter, supplanting silver forks and goblets. Mother of pearl head necklets offer economy and charm.
The article argues borrowers should not take books lightly as property. It urges returning books promptly to owners and questions borrowing when a lending library is nearby. It says owners should lend whole sets or permit in-home consultation rather than partial loans.
MARION IND DEC 4 The treasurer of the local union of bartenders Louis Webber has suddenly left the city. It is claimed he took with him about 300.00 in funds. The disappearance prompts investigation by union members and local authorities.
Instructions for washing embroidery on silk and linen without damage. Use warm unscented soap suds with borax, rinse thoroughly, wipe out excess water, wrap and air dry away from sun, then press with hot quick passes to avoid crushing the silk. Drying edges should be smoothed, fringe combed, hems pressed from the right side.
Vincennes Indiana December 4 Robert Martindale of Indianapolis appointed receiver of the Interstate distillery liabilities 98872512 assets 162050
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