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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1900
Page
5
A poem notes a man’s confidence that a woman loves him though she avoids him. He observes her indifferent responses to others and pale restraint when touched, interpreting it as evidence of inner worship and deciding not to propose today.
Aboard an Ocean liner en route to New York Harry Weir and John Ormsby share a late evening whist session when Weir senses a spectral presence he believes is his mother. The next day Weir learns from his brother Marston that their mother has died, reported in a startling homeward vision at sea.
A cablegram from Weirhurst dated October 16 reveals Mrs. Weir died at 3 a.m. from a fall while riding. Jack recalls a prior farewell scene, and the narrator contends Harry perceived his mother’s death at that moment, suggesting a paranormal link between sight and timing.
A garbled column of witticisms on marriage money culture and gender roles. It jokes that women lose money through pockets while men fear delays. sketches views on love sewing and heroism and ends noting that resisting evils may be a benefactor.
Two elderly Scots reunite and reminisce about past loves in a brief nostalgic exchange. Jennie recalls enduring affection, while her companion admits no change in feeling, and a playful remark about social teasing follows from a separate anecdote.
Rumors point to sage green foulards with white patterns replacing blue ones. Silk warp Henriettas and India sashmeres join fine French midairs in black as top fabrics, with white cloth turbans deemed extremely smart. Waists show more blouse in front this season.
General Coburn Jesse Brown and other speakers will address the Audubon Society about trees at the Commercial Club Friday night. The event promises insights into local arborial issues and conservation.
The article details evolving garment trends with silk waist emphasis, hemstitching, box plaits, cordings and accordion plaits on sleeves and vest effects. Plain taffetas and peau de soie in pastel tones rise in demand, with new sleeve varieties and flaring cuffs.
A poetic note from Woman's Home Companion recalls a herb growing bravely in a wild place. The plant yields to a mower with grace, its life ending in joy while its fragrance fills the air. The piece frames tenderness and sacrifice in a quiet, reflective mood.
The Chanyon Oil Burner Company demonstrates a Champion Oil Burner that converts kerosene into gas to heat stoves with a blue flame free from smoke. Demonstration in Indianapolis by Mr Barnhisel of Cleveland. unit claimed to heat large cook stoves for under $1.50 a month.
A sale of ladies jackets capes and hats details price reductions on kersey jackets silk lined styles in black navy tan and castor with several price drops from ten to twelve fifty down to three ninety eight and lower. Also includes wool beaver Venetians felts and several pattern hats with final markdowns to around two to six dollars.
A detailed listing of city market prices dated February 2 includes smoked meats such as hams and bacon with varied weights and packing, pickled meats, fresh pork loins and onions, potatoes and cabbage, fruits like apples bananas oranges and lemons, nuts and candies, canned fruits and vegetables, fish and game, oysters, seeds, hides, leather, tallow, salt, oatmeal, flour and feed, and drugs and cheeses with current per unit costs and bundle sizes. Strong entities include Indianapolis, Reliable, California, Florida, Indiana, and Ottawa-style items across groceries, produce, meats, and household goods.
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