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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1900
Page
5
A 13 year old St Louis high school pupil Maude Ritterskamp died after a one day illness. Doctors cite brain congestion and say overstudy and overexertion from school duties may have predisposed her. Public school officials debate home study limits while the father says study did not kill her.
In a coastal village a daring widow and her daughter Zaritsa weigh liberty against love as Capt. Newcombe and Lieut. Hope swirl in a tension filled with longing. Zaritsa proclaims freedom from engagement while villagers anticipate a decisive turn in the looming conflict.
Osage woman Miss Corndropper described as a half breed Indian girl of great beauty is sold at auction for 300 ponies, marking the third sale in her life. The report traces her marriages to Tall Chief and John Logan and notes parental interference by her Osage mother and former Chief Corndropper. The sensational account highlights tribal customs and internal strife over arranged unions.
Amid sorrow and danger two women confront longing and duty as news arrives that a captain survived, sparking a trial of heart between personal happiness and sacrifice. Zaritsa wrestles with love and faith while caring for a family, then finds grace in quiet resolve. The narrative blends loss, hope, and spiritual duty across scenes of camp, home, and hospital.
A collection of pointed maxims and wry observations on work, manners, and social foibles. The lines humorously critique talk versus action, clever deceptions, family dynamics, and the burdens of preparation for travel. Notable quips include references to mothers-in-law, a fool’s happiness, and the image of an elephant during travel plans.
The piece notes crepe de chine waists favor fullness below the yoke with simple lines and narrow pleats. It recommends crepe de chine over taffeta for durability and color options like bright blue, black, and scarlet, with black velvet trims and belts enhancing the look.
Miss Helene Berger of San Francisco a noted learning society figure joined Mrs Langtry in a benefit concert for the hospital. The West reputably strong soprano whistled Babi de Faurette and Chaminade Summer during the program.
A Philadelphia Press reflection on small everyday acts of kindness as a form of ministry. It recalls kindly words, gentle gestures, and quiet comforts that heal overwhelmed hearts, noting how minor gestures carry deep spiritual weight and comfort.
Challis and barege emerge as versatile fabrics with clinging textures for gowns and robes. French barege debuts in embroidered and appliqued designs, while crepons and Grenadine stay popular. Pique, madras, and Scotch cheviots forecast shirt waists and dresses, with trimmings and color linings enhancing all black or patterned versions. Soft cashmere and nun's veilings cushion the shift from French flannels, offering dotted and floral embroidery for house gowns.
The article highlights Austrian ware window boxes priced at $1.50 each, recommending two per window and detailing drainage tips. It advises adding a two inch gravel layer for drainage, suggests using broken pots or bricks as an extra layer, warns against overwatering, and notes palms and rubber plants benefit from a weekly 12 hour soak in lukewarm water.
Instructions note how to prepare scallops from left over fish. Mix one egg a gill of milk flour and bread crumbs with salt and pepper. Remove bones moisten fish with milk and egg then place in scallop shells cover with crumbs and butter. Brown in oven five minutes and serve immediately.
An advertisement asserts that Kodol Dyspepsia Cure relieves years of dyspepsia with immediate relief after taking two bottles. It claims the product digests what you eat and cannot fail to cure, endorsed by L. H. Warren of Albany Wisconsin, and notes it is sold by all druggists.
A daily business lunch offering runs from 12:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. items described as Laties and perros appear on the second floor of Origende. 16. W. Pear.
The article traces early steam carriages from 1834 descriptions to 1860s trials and 1890s breakthroughs. It notes the 50 passenger capacity design, chain propulsion, springing wheels, and water cooled boiler, then cites Paris to Rouen steam runs and a petroleum car’s 736 miles in two days. It ends highlighting the auto’s role in promoting better roads in the United States.
A Pall Mall Gazette verse depicts war’s end with Victory hailed yet shadowed by death. A solitary figure in gloom holds a laurel crown while another cypress wreath signals mourning and secrecy. The piece contrasts triumph and loss amid fading light and vigil by the deceased.
A farmer's wife shares a method to extend egg freshness by placing eggs in long stockings, tying them, and hanging them in the cellar and garret. She periodically lowers and hangs the stockings upside down to maintain air flow, keeping eggs fresh for weeks.
A collection of witty quips and mishearings from cartoons and columns features playful banter about names and diplomacy. Remarks mix horse puns with legal and journalistic humor, highlighting how readers and writers twist phrases for comic effect.
The host and hostess stand to attend the guests and supervise the service. No plate goes empty and every wine glass is kept full. French wines dominate, Madeira is favored, and a port bottle is served to English guests before the hostess signals and everyone rises.
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