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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1895
Page
3
A terse fragment invokes heaven above skins and bread rising, with a cryptic nod to the phrase put in the haven Av and a reference to Allanta Constitution, leaving readers to infer a poetic or editorial mood rather than a concrete event.
In Venango county near Franklin Pa a man once known for a popular phrase died in the backwoods. Leander Jenkins famed for the line Dan had struck ile when his betrothed Susie spurned him over the oil find. Evans the blacksmith profited greatly from oil on French Creek, striking it rich before losses in later oil ventures. Susie, later married to a ranch owner in New Mexico, and Jenkins both became figures in a tale that helped coin a saying as oil excitement rose and faded.
Advertises Montgomery's Specifics as effective and inexpensive remedies with multiple bottle sizes 10c 25c and 50c. Claims include cures for cold cough influenza catarrh malaria rheumatism insomnia and more. Proposes pharmacist distribution and lists various ailment-specific formulas and supposed cures.
Harper's Bazaar describes Teviot suiting a pliable cotton fabric for next season. It favors golf, cycling and tennis wear, shirt-waists with skirts, and light summer outfits. Available in stripes, checks and dots in blue, brown, lavender, buff, gray and pale green with strong colors aiding popularity.
Chronicle notes quiet Brooklyn scene after militia departure. It cites U S war debt total since 1965 reaching 12 000 000 000 and records Elbe battle losses at 334. Mexican workers offer service to President Diaz. Lawrence Maxwell resigns as U S solicitor general after falling out with Attorney General Olney. Teller warns the senate no financial reform will pass.
An 1890s style notice promotes a book on curing nervous exhaustion, debility, and related disorders from pernicious habits. It warns of memory loss, low spirits, irritability, and potential severe outcomes. The publisher, World's Dispensary Medical Association, offers the book sealed and mailed for ten cents postage to 663 Main St. Buffalo, N.Y.
Saidnoay February 2 markets steady with wide array of provisions listed. Prices cover smoked meats pork lard canned fruits citrus apples berries canned goods seeds and oils plus flowers and feeds with regional and shipper prices included for staples and commodities.
Margaret Cook purchases the Oswego mining property at Joplin Missouri for 66000 dollars and plans to show how a woman miner can accomplish notable feats. Governor Upham of Wisconsin faced an uneven first official reception while a admirer sought a souvenir by lifting a diamond alud. Jack Rogers of Marshall county Indiana grew from a baby so small to a man six feet five inches tall and 352 pounds.
Striped ribbons with black and white contrasts, white arrow brim motifs, and ground chine ribbons are touted for elegant summer hats. Twin style trims, two flower types on one hat, and a five inch satin bow with lace plaited vine dominate new fashions. Violet bouquets and crush collar wraps complete the look.
The Western Union Telegraph Company earned about 1.5 million dollars last year for providing the time of day. A telegraph desk operates at the naval observatory in Washington. Four minutes before noon the wires are cleared nationwide and the moment the sun crosses the 75th meridian the news is sent to every city.
Per tan yellow feed meal 24 dollars linseed meal 1.30 to 1.60. Poultry shippers paying prices hens 11 to 14 cents per lb springs 14 cents roosters 3 to 6 cents young hens turkeys 6 to 64 cents per lb ducks and geese listed. Butter prices grass butter selected 7 8 cents. Sugars canned goods and cereals with varied per unit prices. Oats meal 200 pound sack 60 cents per 100 pounds. Cheese and canned vegetables with standard market rates. Timothy hay 8 to 9 dollars. mixed hay 7 to 8 dollars. Dr Price Cream Baking Powder advertised.
A rousing warning declares grip is here with coughing wheezing and sneezing. It urges prompt use of Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a stimulant to aid nature and prevent a full bout, noting many physicians favor its circulating medicinal qualities. It claims pharmacists and grocers stock the remedy already.
The Board of Public Works of Indianapolis invites sealed proposals for improving Pennsylvania Street from Murat to Seauth, including paving and curb work. Bidders must furnish a 1300 refund guarantee and will execute a contract within ten days of acceptance. plans are on file. The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
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