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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 10, 1902
Page
4
The article denounces John Ruckelshaus as a ring candidate and urges voters to defeat his renomination. It argues the primary system should reject ring influence, noting his weak record as county prosecutor and his loyalty to Ed Pugh. The piece appeals to independent voters to deny the ring control in county offices.
The article discusses Harry Wright of the school board using school machinery to back Ed Robison, a fellow board member, and calls for the board to oppose partisan activity. It also notes Minturn on joint senatorial ballots, Irvington annexation, Adirondack access concerns, Beveridge’s senate steering, Taft on the Philippine issue, and local race dynamics in Morgan and Marion counties along with Washington political shifts.
If the congressional nomination is by primary, Mr Overstreet will likely contest the honor with Hon Fred Joss, who currently serves as city attorney.
The latest fad among fashionable women in New York is basketmaking. It is suggested they should learn dishwashing as well since many have little idea of what happens to a dirty dish.
In a brief note, residents urge Councilman Shea to extend street lighting across his ward. The Board of Works is expected to require additional lights for Irvington as part of ongoing safety improvements.
The piece recalls Jones questioning a discharge of street railway workers and warns the public to consider his statements. It notes Tom Johnson's presidential bid as a strategic signal, praises Al Carter’s county commissioner bid, and reports on new bridge traffic delays, grand jury verdicts, interurban road talk, Fall Creek Boulevard concerns, mayor Bookwalter’s busy tenure, and Councilman Daller’s dubious tale.
A collection of brief editorials and quotes from various newspapers discussing social behavior risks, the influence of crime and vice, and WWI era war fatigue. It critiques gambling in cities, child welfare contrasts with pet care, the Boer and Philippine wars, military camp placement, and labor tensions, urging caution and orderly governance.
Mrs N G Worth hosts the Monday club while the Maretto club plans Tuesday events at St Josh s hall. Mr and Mrs W B Burford host a dinner for Rev and Mrs Stansfield. Louis H Martin of Indianapolis and Miss Georgia Brown of Cincinnati to wed Tuesday evening. Miss Lillian Fitzpatrick and Dr James Rouse marry Tuesday at SS Peter and Paul s dagel. Eva Crockett hosts Saturday evening with cards and music and a white supper table.
The national meeting will begin Wednesday at the Commercial club with delegates from nearly every state. Frank L. Littleton oversees arrangements and aims to broaden influence to favor game preservation. The gathering, likely 25 to 30 delegates, marks a rising movement with anticipated positive results. News of Sir Henry Irving’s departure is noted as a separate item.
A Galveston News verse asks a parent with a small child to praise God for the infant’s joy and love. The poem contrasts child’s happiness with wealth of the childless, urging grateful prayer.
The poem speaks of a dying Sun in distant space and the hope of divine love enduring beyond the stars. It reflects on mystery in creation and reassures that God’s love remains the guiding light even as celestial lights fade. The Churchman signs the piece.
A Chicago hotel scene recounted by Youths Companion features a man who uses a new $2 bill to wipe his eyeglasses. He explains the bill cleans without scratching, noting it is not for show but an effective method. He shares the tip with the stranger who repeats it to friends.
A brief guide recommends binding a rag lightly around the cut to slow bleeding, elevating the finger, then removing the rag to rinse with cold water and cover with adhesive plaster. Collodion is noted to form elastic artificial skin and stop bleeding. An alternative uses lint moistened with creosote or a drop of liquid creosote on the wound.
Superior Court Judge Carter weighs the worth of Frank Richardson's time in the Melaumi Richards matter. Central Trust Co. serves as receiver. Richardson's weekly stipend of eight dollars is under review with the case under advisement. Witness George Shower resembles James Whitcomb Riley.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a permanent remedy for scrofula and related ailments. It recounts Silas Vernooy of Wawarsing New York reporting his daughter’s facial sores healed after six courses, with no recurrence. The claim asks readers to consult their druggist and avoid substitutes.
When you lack energy feel dull and stupid after eating you need a dose of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. They will make you feel like a new man and give you an appetite like a bear. For sale by all druggists.
A column recalls varied items from prominent figures. John Clews Jr. found a stamped coin in change. Capt. Stodder, Monitor veteran, led gunnery crews in the Brooklyn school. Gen. Funston named his son Arthur MacArthur. Funston and MacArthur are close friends and mentors. Rep. Hepburn’s speeches draw laughs as he misstates canal plans. Bjornson jokes about his long life and recent death, noting he was born in 1832 and remains not yet dead.
City life notes report Indiana law school Republican students organizing to stir activity in the upcoming campaign. Also listed are funeral notices, local elections, club activities, and community events across Indianapolis with several names and addresses.
County clerk Wilcott received official notice that the United States Supreme Court has affirmed the Marion county circuit court decision in the suit of William A Schmidt against William P Gallup. The action sought more than $50 000 in back taxes and Schmidt then treasurer of the county was awarded a judgment against the Gallup estate for that amount.
A. B. Meyer & Co expands in the South Side with a two acre ground at 1240 Madison Ave. The new yard joins three existing yards and supports coal coke wood kindling and charcoal. The firm operates 25 years in the trade with private tracks of 3150 feet and 90 cars capacity.
Advertises flat opening loose leaf basic covers in all sizes by WM. B. Burford of Indianapolis Indiana with office at 123-15 E. Chicago.
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