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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1905
Page
5
A brief guide for light biscuits to serve hot with butter and honey or jam. Mix and bake just before the meal using Royal Baking Powder for best texture. Small round biscuits are recommended, similar in size to a napkin ring.
Frances Gilbreath Ingersoll argues that a Chicago woman abandons home life to pursue a concert career, labeling her artistic temperament as a dangerous force. The essay contrasts traditional motherhood with artistic ambition, claiming divine purpose for women as mothers and warning against modern female independence and divorce culture.
In a tale of hotel room gossip and aging suitors Blanche Follette resists a pushy match with Guy Archfield. Her nurseable father in law, Mr Archfield, returns from Europe and accepts Blanche as his daughter, sealing consent with a diamond parure as the wedding gift. Sophie Dean and Theresa cheer as Blanche claims her happiness at the Arcfield family.
Attorney General Miller acting for the astute handited a demurrer in superior court to the amended complaint of W. Baker unsuccessful bidder for the state printing. Baker charged collusion to give the contract to W. B. Forward. Judge Leathers sustained the amended complaint. Baker will appeal to the supreme court.
Special to the Sum reports Misa Florence Miller, an Australian evangelist, leading a revival at Noblesville Indiana’s First Methodist church. The church is too small for the crowds, with several hundred converted.
Campbell Bannerman emerges as Liberal leader after Gladstone's death. Born in Scotland, educated at Glasgow and Trinity Cambridge, he served as Financial Secretary to the War Office, Secretary to the Admiralty, Chief Secretary for Ireland, and Secretary of State for War. Known as "C B" in party circles, he represents Stirling in Parliament and is described as an executive more than a traditional leader.
A Denver editor cartoonist publication criticized the Supreme Court. U S Senator Patterson of Colorado was held in contempt and jailed for 41,000. a 60 day stay was ordered. Patterson plans to appeal to the U S Supreme Court. A West caricature shows the senator in his Denver home town. Griffiths will lecture in Indianapolis on Hours in England at Caleb Mills Hall with proceeds aiding teachers.
A juvenile court case centers on Frank Hill, a youthful offender convicted of house breaking and bicycle theft. He admits smoking eight to 32 cigarettes daily, with a troubled home life and a grandmother who sought reform options. The court ordered four months at the reform school with potential remand to his grandmother if improvement occurs.
A sensational appeal claims a miracle cure for drunkenness found in a Marys Miracle remedy. The text urges readers to cut out a coupon and mail it to a Dr W Halhes in Ohio to receive a free treatment and return materials. It promises recovery and testimonials, touting a salvation from whiskey’s power and poverty.
Grand Theatre features Amusements Grand Edward Howard North in a lively sketch Those Were Happy Days with Rose Stanl and Arthur Prince. The Smart Set at Park Center weaves a tale of missing heir Milligat Sweet pursued by G Washington Bullion and a Hawaiian chase with comic scenes, music, and strong vocal ensembles. Empire presents The Str Show Girly and two burlesques Deserters at Large and The Athletic Girl with notable musical numbers and a strong chorus.
Social column lists visits and stays of residents and visitors across Lafayette, Indianapolis, Kokomo, Columbus, Shelbyville, and adjoining towns. Includes guests Mrs W J Koons, Mrs Margaret M Young, Mrs William H Harman, Miss Marla Wilson, Miss Eula Clay, Mrs Dan Crow, Miss Mabeth Coleman, and others. Mentions engagements, upcoming parties, a Dec 3 dancing event, a cand party, tea for Miss Landers, and a bridge party hosted by Mrs Charles Rockwood.
Keene discusses the prevalence of death labeled as pneumonia while noting many deaths arise from tuberculosis or other causes. He argues physicians may avoid stating the primary disease due to insurance affidavits and public perception, calling attention to misleading death cause reports amid variable weather conditions.
The text touts Dr Pierce medicines as transparent formulations printed on bottles. It asserts no alcohol or habit forming ingredients and cites endorsements by medical authorities. The piece critiques secret formulas and emphasizes known, endorsed ingredients and Pellet’s pills.
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