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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1907
Page
10
The Indianapolis Sun presents its editorial page from the Sun Building on Ohio Street. This item outlines the daily editorial voice and page composition, noting publication details and the newspaper’s role in commentary. It emphasizes the paper’s place in the local press landscape and its function as a forum for opinion.
A Christmas feature urges readers to expand giving beyond family and friends to the needy. It extols unselfish generosity, notes happiness from giving over receiving, and urges forming the habit of compassion through seven days of focused effort before Christmas.
The Sun of Indianapolis changes ownership to Willis S. Thompson who brings a reputation for fairness and honesty. The paper, while saying it will be independent, will use Hearst News Service and claims exclusive state rights. Readers note it has grown in size and aims to be a strong community paper with an up to date appearance.
The Greensburg Review notes disappointment with changes at the Indianapolis Sun, reflecting reader reactions to editorial shifts and perceived declines in coverage and tone since the change. Local readers express concern over diminished coverage and community focus.
The Lafayette Leader questions Indy plans for 100 Sun vapor gas lamps and whether a return to gas street lighting would require new lamp posts. It wonders what happened to Lafayette’s former gas lamps.
The Jamestown exposition has ended, described as a beautiful corpse by the Washington herald, signaling its demise while acknowledging its once grand presence.
A London Telegraph quote notes a scientist’s claim that pessimism is a youthful ailment and calm joy marks age. It adds that Mrs Creighton told women workers middle age is happier than the springtime of life, reflecting views on aging and emotion.
A Chicago Pest item notes many people feel slighted as no one has asked them to take clearing house certificates. The short remark highlights informal demand for credential tests and public irritation.
A Chicago Tribune quote urges readers to avoid coin toss or fate in choosing a spouse or life path. It promotes a smarter approach, urging readers to save time, effort, and voice by seeking a better method.
A woman recalls meeting a courteous man on the parade. He bumps his eye on her umbrella, she apologizes, he jokes that he has another eye left. Pick-Me-Up column entices with light humor.
In a humorous Bohemian magazine snippet a speaker fumblingly admits forgetting where a key was placed. The voice, playful and intoxicated, recalls searching pockets and a satirical misremembering of the exact pocket.
A London Chronicle roundup quotes American humor as seen in jokes about speeches, Irish banter, a daughter riding to a circus, a wife’s telephone tale of a cat and chicken pie, a southern eating station scene with a bell ringing man and a dog, and a dismissive quip about eating at the venue.
A quotation from the Pittsburgh Gazette Times argues women refuse to be expert witnesses because a lengthy hypothetical question demands more than a simple yes or no. It reflects gender bias in the courtroom and public discourse.
A discussion in St. Louis Times questions whether the pop bottle should play a role in the 1968 diamond coverage. The piece frames the debate as one of national interest with potential cultural impact.
The Charleston News and Courier quips that Alabama lawmakers have adopted the 24 inch pistol and may arm Congressman Hobson with revolving turrets. The tongue in cheek note implies heightened military zeal and sensational weaponry progress.
The Portland Oregonian quotes a wary note asking Mr. James Hill to ensure the country stays sober the moment Wallist sobers up. The terse remark signals political tension and public concern over governance.
Uncle Alexander shares rambling yarns about aging, philosophy, and a stubborn apple he climbed for as a boy. He recalls a red apple in the orchard, the toil to reach it, and a hog stealing the prize, concluding that effort often ends with the hog getting the apple anyway.
A London minister appealing for aid in a poor district receives a £50 pledge from a donor who hides a grim truth. The clergyman thanks the nameless contributor, only to learn the man is an undertaker. A hush falls as the real meaning sinks in.
An elderly countrywoman bought three boxes of matches from a town grocer. Rain dampened the sticks, so none would strike on her way home. She returned claiming uselessness, while the grocer proved dry matches strikeable on his trousers. She refused the explanation and demanded three boxes that light at home.
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