Ring opposition and bridges haunt Marion county politics
A traveling Republican reports intensified anti ring sentiment in Marion county with John Ruckelshaus seen as the ring’s chief candidate. The piece notes mounting financial strain on Indianapolis, urging county aid for five bridges costing about 600,000, and criticizes Mayor Taggart’s finances while stressing shared benefit to city and country residents.
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Marion County
John Ruckelshaus
John
Taggart
Indianapolis
Street Railway Company
Assassination Conjecture Sparks Island Remedy
The News and The Sun debate a reader suggestion about isolating a political group on a sea island after citing a report that King Humibert’s assassination was planned by anarchists in the country. The exchange notes a prior similar remark from six months earlier.
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Humibert
Congress
Punishment Callover Smallpox Spreaders in City
The writer laments lack of punishment for those spreading smallpox. A Parry's works worker who continued daily tasks despite a home case deserves severe punishment. Mr. Owsley is accused of gambling under aliases to avoid police court scrutiny. The Cleveland club keeps its name but loses its honor formerly tied to President Grover Cleveland.
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Parry’s Works
Cleveland Club
Grover Cleveland
County Proposes Bridges Yet Will It Be Built
The excerpt questions whether the county will fund bridge construction while urging city authorities to address the interurban project. It stresses that interurbans must be implemented and highlights the interplay between county and city action on transit.
Policy People Push for Self Isolation
A commentary observes that policy men believe isolation is a prudent approach. It argues the strategy could separate authorities from public pressures and create clearer governance, though it hints at risks of disconnection and unintended consequences.
Wit and whimsy in clippings from distant papers
A montage of quirky quotes from newspapers notes wry lines about Barcus jurors Wu Ting Tang and Heine and a wrapped reference to the National Woman's Suffrage Association convention in Washington with observers calling attention to the suffrage battle.
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Wu Ting Tang
Lafayette Courier
Anderson Herald
Heine
Stu
Newport Hoosier
National Woman's Suffrage Association
Washington, D. C
Logansport
At-Home Silk Cleaning Method From Good Housekeeping
A vintage Home Economy tip explains cleaning silk at home by remaking the garment if needed. Cover ironing board with a blanket, lay silk on a sheet, sponge both sides with gall ammonia and trepid water, roll on a broom handle to remove wrinkles, then dry and do not iron. Woolen goods follow the same method.
Simple home remedy for chest congestion at night
When sudden bronchial congestion and chest soreness appear and no remedy is handy, mix lard with black pepper to make a paste. Apply to the chest and cover with flannel. It is said to relieve congestion quickly and some prefer it to drugstore medicines.
Indianapolis traction line gains incorporation thrust
The Indianapolis, Lebanon and Frankfort traction company, capitalized at $25,000, is incorporated to build from Indianapolis to Augusta New Augusta Lebanon Frankfort and Crawfordsville. Construction will start as soon as frost leaves the ground.
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Indianapolis
Nerve Pills Offered as Remedy for Sleeplessness and Indigestion
Indiana reader testimonials claim Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills restore nerve force and digestion for those fatigue prone and weak. Endorsement from W P Smith of Indianapolis notes improved strength and steadier nerves after use, with purchase at Huder's Drug Store. Sold 50 cents a box by dealers or Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY. Portrait and signature on every package.
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A. W. Chase
W. P. Smith
Illinoisst
Indianapolis
Ind
Huder
Dr. A. W. Chase Medicine Co
Buffalo
N. Y
M. D
Indianapolis Voices Reflect Local Public Opinion
A crowd of quotes from Eda Robison to Mayor Bookwalter capture opinions on elections, labor, transportation, housing, newspapers, and city governance. The candid remarks touch on political distrust, the state of public utilities, race relations, and financial pressures facing Indianapolis in a period of civic change.
Daffodil Luncheon and Society Gatherings Mark Week
The society pages note Mrs William E Sxurtz hosted a daffodil luncheon Friday. Joseph C Schaf left Friday for Paris to join family. Miss Margaret Calderhead becomes engaged to John M Wallis. Amy Ethyl McCarthy hosted a Valentine masquerade Friday night at the Derdeetta. Mrs Robert Lawson entertained Friday for the Gilmore sisters amid a Grand musical sketch. Irvington Sheridan club guests were entertained by Mr and Mrs Rollin Kautz at their N Alabama street home. George C White hosted a family party Friday for sister Miss Fannie White. Miss Hattie Allard hosted Saturday for Miss White whose marriage to Edward M Bernard of Denver is next. City sanitarian Buehler urges vaccination every six months to ensure smallpox immunity. The old seven-year theory is debunked.
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Margaret Calderhead
John M. Wallis
Amy
Ethyl McCarthy
Derdeetta
Robert Lawson
Gilmore
Irvington Sheridan Dramatic Club
Rollin Kautz
N. Alabamast
George C. White
Broadway
Miss Fannie White
Hattie Allard
Miss White
Edward M. Bernard
Denver
Buehler
Hood's Sarsaparilla Aids Backache Sufferers
J L Campbell of Sycamore NL writes that Hood's Sarsaparilla cured his long standing backache. He says he was often unable to rise from bed or chair yet is now well and strong with no pain. The advertisement promises similar relief for others with weak kidneys and despondent spirits.
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J. L. Campbell
Sycamore, NL
Hood
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Fulfilled
An advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures and keeps its promise by urging readers to begin treatment today. The copy emphasizes reliability and quick action, presenting the product as a trusted medical remedy for general health concerns.
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Hood
The Blacksmith Joel Jessups at Straiter Crossroads
In a bygone village scene Joel Jessups the blacksmith sits idle outside his old forge at Straiter Crossroads. Nat Straiter stops by and mentions wagons now come from South Bend and axes from Alexandria while the mill of life turns on with talk of castor oil and a house fire.
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Qld
Joel Jessups
Straiter Crossroads
Pittsburg
Jessups
Nathaniel Straiter
Joel
Mr. Straiter
South Bend
Alexandria
Nat
Bertha
What did he have in his pocket
A children’s poem fragment from the New York News about a ruddy boy with a knee embrace and a pocket full of simple toys that vanish as a trickle of sweets and small findings slips away, ending with a note of nostalgia for a cherished moment in the Child’s Hour.
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New York News
Yellow Decorations and Floral Delights in Entertainments
Yellow dominates recent entertainments with yellow mimosas and tulips as table focal points. White Minton china centers hold yellow tulips and green asparagus fern, while smilax trails and yellow ribbons add accent. Red tulips with green foliage provide vivid contrast.
Sunday Church Services at Local Congregations
Sunday service times gather at Second Presbyterian 11, First Baptist 11:30 and 7:30, Central Christian 10 45 and 7 45, St Pauls Episcopal 10 45 and 7 30, Plymouth Congregational 10 45 and 7 30, Tabernacle Presbyterian 11 and 7 45, Roberts Park M E 11 and 7 30, Central Ave MB 10 45 and 7 30, Christchurch Y M C A sermon 7 30 by Rev J D Stanley
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Second Presbyterian
W. P. Kaine
First Baptist
Thomas J. Villers
Central Christian
Allan B. Philpott
St. Paul's Episcopal
Lewis Brown
Plymouth Congregational
H. C. Meserve
Tabernacle Presbyterian
J. Cumming
Smith
Roberts Park
M. E
H. W. Bennett
Gaupert
Central Ave
M. EB
Levi Gilbert
Madison Swadener
Christchurch
J. D. Stanley
FOR WOMAN S EYE Strapping Use On Heavier Tailor Mades
The piece outlines strapping styles for women garments noting plain stitched strapping suits heavier tailor mades while lighter outfits favor half inch width with lyre like figures. It mentions inlaid strapping as a two inch band between stitched straps and a white velvet cord between strappings, with triple double rows of strap over.
Black satin girdle with left side buckle noted
A black satin girdle with a dip front features a cut steel buckle on the left side to prevent the blouse from concealing the sparkling ornament. The design detail highlights the fastening as a deliberate choice to display the ornament.
New Shirtings Feature Delicate Black Line Details
Fashion notes describe shirtings with a black line refined on lavender blue or pink grounds. Some Scotch madras fabrics show a white bar between two thin black lines on colored backgrounds. The black line becomes notable in the spring patterns.
Gun Metal Hat Pins In Varied Styles
Hat pins in gun metal finish offer varied shapes from round ball heads to long slender pointed heads. They are strong, wear well, and maintain a good, timeless taste.
Violet Patches and Velvet Tabs Adorn Neckline
Dainty violet patches in purple and white stud a shaded lilac panne velvet background beneath the chin. Velvet is costly and used in small fragments, with fragmentary tabs displayed as rare. Two violet patches appear on a maroon visiting costume neckband separated by lace, studded with two small silver buttons. Indianapolis tent No 35 of the Knights of the Maccabees holds a smoker at 21644 N Meridian St Wednesday evening.
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Indianapolis
Knights of the Maccabees
Meridian St
Deafness Cure Claim Offers 100 Dollars
An claim explains that deafness cannot be cured by local applications and must be treated constitutionally. It attributes deafness to inflammation of the Eustachian tube and catarrh, offering one hundred dollars for any catarrh deafness case cured only by Hall's Catarrh Cure and urging readers to request free circulars.
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Hall
Union Trust Company Services and Trust Roles
The Union Trust Company acts as agent for collecting incomes from bonds mortgages notes and dividends on capital stock and for paying taxes assessments and insurance. It handles rent and real estate care and invests funds in real estate securities with prompt remittances for absent or traveling clients. It also serves as custodian for valuable papers and keeps trust funds and investments strictly separate from its own funds in fireproof vaults.
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Union Trust Company
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Offices Nos 118 and 122 East Market Street
A brief notice from the company lists offices 118 and 122 in the Companys Building on East Market Street. The item notes available suites and occupancy details for prospective tenants.
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Company
East Market St
East Market Street
Witty exchanges from late 19th century papers
A collection of humorous quips from Philadelphia Press and Item and London Tit Bits. Jokes cover loneliness and mortgages, May changing religion, art timing, and a boastful sparrow versus a dove of peace. Each bit targets social foibles with concise punchlines.
Orange Filling Recipe Steps and Ingredients
The recipe lists mixing sugar flour orange rind orange juice and an egg with butter. Cook in a double boiler while stirring for ten minutes. Spread coal between cakes once done.
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