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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1901

Page

4

Opposition to Indianapolis Southern railroad delays city progress

The Sun denounces local opponents led by Rev. Father Gavish and Evans Woollen as obstructive. It argues the new railroad will benefit Indianapolis, urges a route over elevated tracks with independent right of way, coal pricing safeguards, and strong city administration aligning with Bookwalter’s promises.

Indianapolis Father Gavish Father Gavisk Indianapolis Southern Railroad Evans Woollen Woollen Board of Works THE SUN Mr. Woollen New Road

Kealing Meets With Republican Officials Over Conference

The Journal notes Joe Kealing in conference with Chairman Goodrich and Secretary Bigler of the Republican state committee. It does not state any charges or imply violations of presidential or federal rules governing political appointments.

Joe Kealing Goodrich Bigler Republican State Committee Kealing

Dignity and humor scenes in city councils noted

A Columbus councilman wore a spittoon on his neck while opposing a sidewalk spitting ordinance. The piece highlights satirical clashes over carnival decency, political commentary on civil service changes, and shared quips about federal mail and express laws amid festive time.

Columbus

Farmers challenge factory pollution permit law impact

Farmers bordering polluted streams rejected by the permit law. factories are not seeking permit renewals. The law’s backers misread state approval as protection against lawsuits, leaving opponents wary of damages.

State Health Board

Indianapolis and Goshen Politicians Tangle Over Hoggishness

In the dialogue on political ethics Winchester residents see Union B. Hunt secretary of state Leander J. Monks supreme judge A O Marsh US pension agent and James P Goodrich Republican state committee chair referenced as examples of alleged hoggishness in Indiana.

Hoggishness Indianapolis Goshen Winchester Union B. Hunt Leander J. Monks A. O. Marsh United States Pension Agent James P. Goodrich Republican State Committee

McGowan Improves as City Supports Interurban Progress

President McGowan of the Indianapolis street railway company shows improving health and the city pledges to resume progress. Officials say interurban lines should be encouraged as much as possible under the circumstances.

McGowan Indianapolis Street Railway Company Indianapolis

Meridian Street Block Still Without Finished Paving

The Board of Works may enforce a penalty clause to compel timely completion as contractors struggle with material delays. The Old Lady of the Circle deems the American eagle insufficient and substitutes a hybrid cross between a duck and a guinea hen for the island brood.

Meridian St Fall Creek Board of Works

Congress Cs Against Archy Traitors Stir Public Resolve

Several bills in Congress target an archy and reflect national determination against traitors and assassins of all sorts. The statement implies broad public consensus supporting harsh measures and accountability for treachery.

Congress

Fragmentary remarks on Pacific coast senators and Indiana run

A partial quote discusses Indiana 48 and a suggestion that Pacific coast senators may not craft a bill meeting their region’s needs. The fragment hints at fairness and capability without providing full context or concrete events.

Indiana Pacific Coast

Citizens withhold support for new railroad tapping coal field

Railroads lack enough coal cars to deliver fuel to Indianapolis while some local citizens withhold encouragement to the proposed line that would access the coal field.

Indianapolis

Grand Rapids City Attorney Convicted in Bribe Case

The city attorney of Grand Rapids is convicted of taking a $75,000 bribe to assist a $4,000,000 water deal. Indianapolis may introduce a publicity system as the public lighting franchise is awarded.

Grand Rapids Indianapolis

Anecdotes of Doyle Davis Evarts Roosevelt and Buffalo Bill

A collection of humorous anecdotes from Harper's Weekly and the Philadelphia Press recounts William M. Evarts losing a race to Senator Davis in a three by one foot alley, a tale of Teddy Roosevelt challenging Indians, and a Buffalo Bill box salute mishap recounted by a visitor to Madison Square Garden.

William M. Evarts David Davis Mr. Evarts Mr. Davis Senator Davis Harper's Weekly Philadelphia Pennsylvania Washington Judge Irrishman Teddy Roosevelt Buffalo Bill Atlanta Col. Cody Madison Square Garden New York Congress of Rough Riders Atlanta Constitution

What the Papers Say on Public Life and Trade

A collage of quotes criticizes political alliances and tariff policy while noting Roosevelt’s influence on magazines and president’s office-seeking. It contrasts Croker Hill diplomacy with bodied economics, and ponders reciprocity and naval ideas in a humorous, editorial voice.

Hammond grows hot with saloons and ventures, denizens claim

Budweiser Bologna touts Hammond’s rapid expansion with twenty six saloons four slaughter houses and twenty seven poker rooms opening in a few months. He cites plans to extend corporate limits to Roby race track for more joints and notes an order book for forty thousand dollars of saloon furniture.

Budweiser Bologna Hammond Denison Hmits Roby Race Track Budweiser

Quality Gifts For Christmas Refined And Thoughtful

The piece urges giving quality over quantity in Christmas gifts. A single towel or handkerchief of fine fabric with initials is preferable to many poorer items. suggested thoughtful options include brocade remnant for a cushion, silk velour for a cushion or a curtain, and a dainty, tastefully embroidered token.

Poultry Show Attendees Display Fashion at Opening Night

Society members and guests attend the poultry show with galleries filled by striking gowns and accessories. Mrs Morton Playse wears green eyeglasses. Mrs Butler Irvington in raglan cut. Miss Liberty Streete sports diamond lace. others display gowns, skirts, coats, and themed costumes, including a queen of Bavaria necklace and a feather boa.

Morton Playse Butler Irvington Fahl Creeke Page Runne West Washington Miss Ryvversyde Miss Farevue Allie Bamma Della Ware Belle Fountaine Woodruff Playce Liberty Streete Bavaria Sybline Towne Bright Wood Tuxedo Parke

A Corncob Pipe Delights In Quiet Comfort

A Denver Times poem extols the solace of lighting a corncob pipe when life weighs heavy. The verses promise comfort and peacefulness from smoke, likening it to a loyal friend in sorrow and a simple joy amid autumn evenings.

Moon Wine and Glow Worms in a Moonlit Dream

A New York Mail and Express poem contemplates moonlit romance and forest lore. It imagines glow worms revealing goblins and a bewitched scene when a lost moonbeam lures them, while the speaker doubts witnessing the myth.

New York Mail and Express

Love's Wage Poem Reflets on Labor and Love

A poem contrasts the labor of love with worldly wages. It speaks of toil and desert trials endured for a beloved smile and kiss, noting praise is small until evening when a child rests in his arms, crowning love with happiness and lifting burdens.

Love

Wainscoting Substitute for Hall and Living Rooms

The article suggests a cheaper wall treatment using burlap or heavy fibre paper up to seven feet, a bric-a-brac shelf, and a wide baseboard. It recommends running wood strips about two and a half inches wide at intervals of about two and a half feet to connect the baseboard and shelf.

Unsafe threat leads to school access debate

A remark about locking a teacher out of a portable school house to compel treatment raises safety concerns and hints at potential pupil involvement with authorities. The dialogue underscores tensions over authority and safeguarding students.

Selecting Cushions for Benches and Seats

A note on cushion selection suggests more care in choosing tops for benches and seats. It argues against a crowded mix and favors a cohesive color scheme to achieve artistic effects and avoid monotonous results.

Remembering to Send a Timely Note of Thanks

A December issue advice piece urges sending thanks promptly for any gift. It stresses sincerity in spirit over gift quality and recommends hearty, spontaneous language. Delays are discouraged. a personal verbal thanks can follow but should not replace a written note.

The Ladies' Home Journal

Rev Milburn Again Question Moody and Sankey Hymns

A Chicago minister questions the morality of Moody and Sankey hymns in church. He asks what a pure minded man is doing in a Chicago pulpit, prompting debate in religious circles.

Chicago Denver Post

Chicken Conference Wraps Up Unclear Local Talk

Fragmentary notes show a conference about poultry affairs with uncertain outcomes and scattered names. details are illegible and specifics cannot be confirmed.

Swagger Burlap Wall Tacks Idea Gains Notable Interest

A fresh concept uses large wrought iron tacks to secure burlap on walls instead of sewing. The approach emphasizes a bold, textured look and easy removal, appealing to designers seeking rugged, industrial charm.

Snappy Quips and Jests in 1900s Gossip Columns

A collage of short humorous exchanges from early 20th century papers. Banter touches insured life, debts, con artists, holiday feasts, family plans, and gendered views. The snippets mirror era wit and social quirks through brisk dialogue and pointed remarks.

Collars Stocks and Skirts Highlight 19th Century Fashion

Fashion notes describe shorter skirts and rough woven fabrics priced from 75 cents. Linen collars widen by two to two and a half inches, turn-over designs gain popularity, and black velvet belts pair with silk or cashmere waists. Sleeves are tight to the elbow then slashed and puffed toward the wrist with buttoned cuffs.

A Good Cough Medicine Advised by Local Resident

A letter from W. Wockner of Toowoomba endorses Chamberlains Cough Remedy as an excellent cure for a severe two month cough. The resident testifies to its effectiveness and states it is sold by all druggists, urging others to try the remedy in good faith.

Chamberlain Wockner

Absence of Courage Cited in Public Debate Echoes

Rushville Graphic comments on lack of moral courage to express views while noting the Indianapolis Sentinel may soften the “murder is murder” stance and the Knights town Journal acknowledges the notion. The exchange underlines pressure on editors to state opinions on public issues.

Rushville Graphic Indianapolis Sentinel Knightstown Journal

Social whirl includes weddings and society notes in Indianapolis

Mrs. Samuel Quinn hosts the Chapel club gathering on N Meridian Street while Booth Tarkington returns from New York. Mrs. W C Elsasser hosts the Round Table Cinch Club on Broadway. John W Layne weds Miss Mary Power and will reside at 37 College Ave. The Fourth Presbyterian church Christmas sale occurs Friday and Saturday at 1127 N Meridian. Mrs. W D Pratt hosts a reception for Episcopal women's auxiliaries with no invitations. State weddings list includes Thornburg Findlay in Richmond Detroit. Connor Lewis in Peru. Whittenberger Shilling in Indianapolis. Mrs Hervey D Vories held a Thursday party for Mrs John Henderson at 601 N Capitol Ave with pink roses and chrysanthemums and guests from multiple cities.

W. C. Elsasser Round Table Cinch Club Broadway Booth Tarkington New York Claude Matthews Indianapolis John W. Layne Mary Power Brockton, Ill College Ave Fourth Presbyterian Church Victor Hendricks N. Meridian W. D. Pratt Richmond Mae Thornburg Ernest D. Findlay Detroit New Albany Alma Connor William P. Lewis Peru Bertha Whittenberger Abraham Shilling Hervey D. Vories John ©. Henderson N. Capitolave John W. Ragsdale Franklin Howard Dill Irene Bulman Terre Haute Charles M. Zion Lebanon John C. McNutt

Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup Praised as Superior Remedy

An advertisement extols Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as the best remedy for coughs and colds among many options on the market. It invites readers to try the product and be convinced of its superior merit.

Real Estate Read offerings on Saturday pages

Real Estate Read features a selection of listings across the Saturday pages, highlighting properties for sale, price ranges, and contact avenues. The notice compiles various listings with emphasis on locations, property types, and potential deals for readers seeking housing options.

Real

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