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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1900
Page
4
The Sun announces weekly home delivery six cents per day and annual prepaid subscriptions. It offers advertising rates by request and agent opportunities in any town. Readers in Indianapolis may subscribe at 3.00 per year in advance, or six months outside the city, with monthly options.
The Sun asks readers to report delivery issues to the office by calling 680 or sending a postal, ensuring they receive the paper regularly. This reminder urges timely contact for both new and old customers to maintain service.
The text reflects a wartime letter urging wider understanding of the Philippines and criticizing anti imperialists. It argues truth on the ground would end calls for voiding the flag and condemns alleged indirect aid to Aguinaldo s forces. It links Lawton s death to misinformed reports from America and Syria broad debate in the U S senate.
An editorial commentary defends Judge McMaster's ruling that city school bonds are valid while noting potential limits on future school debt. It cautions legislative changes to restrain the school board and reflects on broader political mentions and historical allusions.
Capitalists seek permit for public hot water heating. suggestion to defeat proposal and link the plan to a municipal ownership experiment. The Board of Works aims for economy while elections loom, with concerns about safety during the campaign. Mention of Joubert and Caesar Taggart amid regional tensions.
Frederick Bord recounts a prank where a door guard hurled him out in a snow drift during a Pennsylvania opening. Otis Skinner recalls Luke Schoolcraft and John L Sullivan, noting a heaven joke about new gags. Felix Morris’s death draws mark of respect versus press silence.
Abram Furches, a colored man shot by his sweetheart Maggie Williams Sunday night, is recovering and may appear in police court on February 7, according to hospital physicians.
A 25 cent bottle of Dr Bull’s Cough Syrup claims to cure throat troubles and end coughing quickly, positioning itself as a reliable remedy for persistent throat irritation.
A collage of verses and skits features Jimmy Bowe the neighbor boy and Jimmy Bowers, with reflections on grief and a staged Indiana gas bill joke. It includes comic exchanges and a fragment about Kentucky and national unity.
Mrs. Albert Horuff hosts a Valentine cant party on Feb. 14. Mr. and Mrs. Meyer Cohn vacation in Florida for the winter. Mr. and Mrs. N. M. Sinnott plan a Valentine party at 1427 Central-ave. Miss Gertrude Henry hosts Friday night at her N. Illinois street home. Rev. G. A. Carstensen departs Thursday for Providence R. I. Kindergarten society to stage a Gibson entertainment at the Propylaeum on Feb. 7. Miss Evelyn Benner marries Benjamin F. Schmidt at the bride’s home 619 W thirty first street. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Lemeke and family, Dr. and Mrs. Harry S. Hicks, with Miss Mary Hicks, sail from New York Saturday for Europe.
Edgar Fawcett notes private opinions surface around American hospital ship aid from London. He cites the prominent American women resident here, many long-term, who often dislike America and are seen as self motivated by their transatlantic positions. The piece questions sincerity and motives behind high profile charitable efforts.
Gustav Kobbe recounts a grim tale from the Amelia wreck involving Captain Torrens, a white robed specter with a bleeding forefinger, and the ring of Lady Copeland. The legend ties a Halifax jewelry discovery to a haunted coast and a long-ago tragedy.
A series of fires around town caused damage to A Spellman at 637 Russell Ave and Mary Burnett at 403 N Pennsylvania St. A W Patterson at 717 N Alabama Harst suffered a $25 hole from a defective grate. George Pearson’s feed store at 507 Massachusetts Ave. sustained $10 damage with unknown origin. Geo W Harris’s barn at 1210 Pleasant Ave and Walter Rouse’s barn at 1212 Pleasant St burned with about $209 losses each.
City hospital physicians declared both of Oliver Petty’s eyes beyond saving after he was shot Saturday night by Sam Spaulding. Police allege Spaulding fired during a confrontation, leaving Petty blinded. Spaulding remained in custody as investigators reviewed the incident.
The county charities board reports the German general Protestant orphans home is well kept and prosperous with 69 children and receives county aid.
John Milton Rhodes, physician and former drug store owner, sues the Indiana Pharmacy Board for a writ of mandate to force issuance of a certificate. The case advances to the state supreme court as a test of the law.
Wilbur F. Browder as administrator of Mary Schwacke’s estate wins a $3740 verdict against Martha and Frank McCabe for allegedly unlawful money obtained from the deceased before her death.
Building inspector Robinson reports that 1,997 permits were issued for new buildings costing 1,663,269 dollars in the aggregate.
A compilation of excerpts from multiple papers debating marriage as a covenant versus habit, charity entertainments for British soldiers, and American imperial policy. It contrasts Beveridge and Wolcott critiques with an emblematic critique of Britain’s Transvaal campaign and Civil War lessons.
A peculiar will of Mary Gary is filed in Chicago probate court written on a physician’s prescription blank and signed with a crescent mark. The estate valued at 2600 goes to Mary Gary’s sister, who is also illiterate.
PARIS Feb 1 Parisians face possible linen shortages as washerwomen threaten to strike. Shop owners say coal prices are too high to pay workers the wages once offered.
William E. Cruzanin of 628 We Court unloaded a revolver. Dr Zisenbeiss treated his hand after a bullet went close through it.
A damaged clipping describes a stranger collecting money at a feed store on Virginia Avenue and mentions a man named Har lens and a hired hand. The legible text is fragmented with unclear actions and context.
Cumberland hosts the twelfth annual Farmers Institute on February 7 and 8 with state speakers Dr. Wolf of New Albany and Mrs. Erwin of Marshall County addressing county farmers.
The article denounces Goebel's murder and the violent political culture in Kentucky. It urges citizens to reject mob justice and illegal violence, calling for a return to lawful order and civilization after the assassination and political turmoil. It condemns lynching, armed mobs, and corrupt laws, urging action to restore government integrity.
An array of brief newspaper quotes comment on world affairs and American politics. Noting British pride wavering over war and mixed views on South Africa the Philippines and a Montana senate trial. The items reflect opinion rather than reporting.
Senator W B F Afasen will address miners at a pro beer mass meeting on February 1. The event is organized to advocate for beer interests and guest speakers include Senator Mason.
Dr. D. H. Prank fell before his office at 30 N Senate Ave on Wednesday and broke his right hip. Emma Cook sues her aunt Isabella Cook for 2309 dollars for alleged housekeeper services. City hospital ambulance to be out of service soon for repairs after double duty while Gispen library ambulance was doctored.
Grant H. Clay dentist advertises teeth sets for five dollars with fourteen years of experience. Located at 108 N near Minolist, Miinolist Plaza Restaurant claims best meal in city with strict first class management at Monument Place.
Big Four Route No 46 departs at 5 45 a m from 6 10 a m No 18 now departs 3 45 p m instead of 8 20 p m Route No 32 arrival moved from 10 40 p m to 10 20 p m H M Bronson AG PA
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