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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1890
Page
3
A reflective verse piece on tenderness as a divine gift not granted to all hearts. It contrasts fierce young passion with later quiet comfort, invoking mothers, memory, and a wish for steady support in aging, urging simple tenderness as solace through life’s trials.
In a vivid excerpt a boy and a man debate Ivanhoe’s realism versus romance. They discuss Jo Tierney the Trec and combat with gloves, a Templar death by divine intervention, Robin Hood as a pheasant shooter, and feats like hitting four class balls. The dialogue blends literary lore with street banter.
A Chicago story excerpt from the London Speaker and Chicago Tribune features dialogue about feats of strength and a theatrical Amazon queen. Mabel in Chicago plans marriage to Clarence Dashaway as her mother endorses the match and praises the suitor.
A lively youth party activity features varied parcels packed with diverse items and some empty ones. Twenty five beans start the auction as guests bid using their own wits, learning thrift and shrewd bargaining under a bright auctioneer who adds flair to the game.
An old advertisement extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription promising cures with a fair trial and refund if not benefited. It touts Dr Sage's Catarrh Remedy as mild, soothing, and permanent, labeled Old Reliable at 50 cents.
A collage of jokes and brief exchanges spans humor, society, and commerce. Bits include a husband and wife spoof, a generous tea merchant praising long service with a window fire escape, a pistol-waving scene, dance and music chatter, and satirical notes on fashion and manners, with remarks on New York ice cream, candy, and racial stereotypes.
A testimonial from Frances Claayon of Madison Indiana praising Ginseng Bhrb Remedy Co of Indianapolis. She credits a cure for female weakness after using advertised remedies and notes parlor hours and privacy. The firm offers mail or express shipment to distant customers with confidential delivery.
Two largest assortment and lowest prices quoted in Techsianapolis. We shall devote ample counter staff to wait on all customers promptly. Fine Embroidered Handkerchiefs Fine Linen Handkerchiefs Silk Handkerchiefs Japanese Silk Handkerchiefs suitable for presents for men women and children all at prices the very lowest consistent with merchandise.
Mixed Candy price per pound listed as 103 par. Chole Mixed at 14¢ per pound. Xmas items fixed equal to 25¢ per pound. Fallling of Creams Chocolater Turkish fig Paste Chosolata Wafers 302 Bon and Candiad Fruita mentioned. One price bear is apection. the dandy is oure eu zsr-mads.
The advertisement highlights men’s slippers in maroon and alligator styles with prices from $1.25 to $2.50 and stated values up to $250. Items include patent leather trimmed pitent leather, plush embroidered designs, and patent leather doging pumps with various discounts and pot portions.
Classified advertisement showcases patent leather oxford shoes for ladies in gray and pearl tops with featured items including tassels and leathers. Items priced around two dollars and fifty cents. Local retailer promotes a selection of patent leather footwear and related accessories for women.
GAMES TEE CHOS3 PUZZLE offers a newly issued puzzle with quirky names and hints. It advertises fish ponds, a 53 in 100 score, and porcelain fish, along with other new and amusing games at low prices.
Elegant large Fairy Lamp with candle and cold awarp priced at 5r 10c. Elegant Bique Lamp, rose and pink tint with shade 50c. Barguet and Parks Lamp in several tun sivable designs, oxidized finish and antique brass at surprisingly low prices.
Monday specials feature a large assortment of scarfs in new patterns at low prices. Teck scarfs 25c, stock scarfs some priced 47c, four-in-hand and tecks 50c, gold plated cuff buttons 51, oxidized silver buttons 75, night robes 1.50 to 1.75, thirty-two colorings, twenty-five styles suspenders and other items in stock with varied fabrics and finishes.
A garbled notice touts rubber dolls and mechanical novelties from a basement display. It mentions Hoyery Coun ty and a buyer Sasis Clana, claiming material is purchased here. The text is unclear but presents a salesroom vibe.
Doll Carriages offered in large 43c ratian frame with silica bed and lace trim. Wheels steel tired and 86. Elegant line up to 5.60 dollars. Steel shears also available.
Advertisement offers tenor drums priced from 19th century styles to 1.80, with stock described as available. Contact at 833 for details.
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