Parry Nears Vice Presidency Amid Exclusive Sentinel Scoop
The Sentinel flaunts an exclusive on D M Parry and Beveridge amid a race for the vice presidency in 1904. It suggests Roosevelt’s possible backing and notes Parry’s reluctance and blushes as the tale leaks. The piece laments premature exposure and hints Parry may retire from the race. It also discusses Indianapolis gas woes and factory departures.
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Clawson Withdraws From County Prosecutor Race
M L Clawson, one of five anti ring candidates, withdraws from the county prosecutor contest citing too many anti ring entrants. Four anti ring contenders remain, likely splitting votes and allowing John Cant Ruckelshaus to reenter the race.
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the Sun
John
Ruckelshaus
Interurban Road Referendum Proposed and Political Nods
The piece argues public vote on the interurban project and franchise approvals. It notes John Spahr urging Ed Pugh to withdraw from the county prosecutor race and suggests mutual withdrawal. It also recalls Theodore Roosevelt's pneumonia as reported by physicians, noting medical reports can be unclear.
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John Spahr
Ed Pugh
Pugh
Spahr
Miss Missionary Stone Forced Daily Release Ends
Brigands holding Miss Missionary Stone continue daily releases, extending the hostage situation. Local authorities warn of ongoing danger while negotiators seek a resolution and safer conditions for the captive.
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Miss Missionary Stone
Beveridge Denies D. M. Party VP Boom
Senator Beveridge denies promoting the D. M. Party vice presidential boom and adds another laugh to the ongoing political fracas.
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Beveridge
D. M. Party
Statesmen tales and whispers at political gatherings
The New York Times notes ex Governor Black's sharp after dinner wit as he clashed with Depew at Saratoga where the Platt machine denied him renomination. Cullom recalls Grant’s rebuke about advising presidents, while Tillman and Spooner trade barbs and banter in the senate. Davis pushes canal bills amid fluttered questions and a quip about ice.
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Washington Post
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Prince’s night boxes at Metropolitan fearlessly priced
The Buffalo News notes Metropolitan Opera House box seating on Prince's night February 25 will cost about 250 dollars with all boxes reportedly sold. The column highlights public attention on event pricing and box occupancy.
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State reform busi ness costs rise under new system
A state statistician reports that county and township reform measures have saved no money. Instead, more money is spent under the new system, with the process described as very complicated and unclear in its fiscal impact.
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Bluffton Chronicle
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Williamsport
Swirl of Society Events This Week in Town
Mrs Addison C Harris hosts a tea on Wednesday. Mrs J A Milburn visits Mrs F G Darlington on Monday. Proctor reading circle meets Tuesday with Mrs John J Price. Eduard Zeldenrust the Dutch pianist plays at the matinee musicale Wednesday. Rev Joseph Chartrand speaks on church and education before the Century club Tuesday night. Magazine club social day set for Feb 22 with committee chaired by Mrs Coleman Mrs E P Brown and Mrs M J Allison.
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Howard Dill
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Joseph Chartrand
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Sketches And Songs Of A Singer Reflected In Time
A brief verse sequence traces a singer’s married life with evolving endearments ending in a harsh nickname. A Philadelphia paper reports a wrecked vessel’s crew saved by a passing ship, and notes no locomotive theory has emerged, favoring the Philadelphia explanation.
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Philadelphia
A Jest on Knowledge and Dignity in a Humorous Exchange
A humorous exchange features Mrs Smithers asking about water on the brain and Henry answering with cricks in the back. He attempts a grave pose but inflates his chest comically, giving a vivid image of a pompous reaction.
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Henry
Fad for vases sparks a wry couplet
Mrs. Bontonne teasingly notes her friend’s wife collects antique vases. Mr. Humphries replies he has a fad too and reveals his odd hobby of gathering the materials Mrs. Humphries uses to collect the vases.
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The Captain Delivers Command to Henpeck’s Comrade
A captain asks for volunteers to carry a dispatch under fire. Lieut. Henpeck steps forward but a younger trooper, who has no dependents, insists Henpeck should go instead. The captain then orders Henpeck back to the ranks, citing his wife and children.
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Visiting Englishman Sees Pointless Stories Cause Laughter
A confidential exchange between a visiting Englishman and the president of an American money rustlers’ club reveals that the tales told at the gathering had no real point. The secretary, described as insulting and patriotic, urged the crowd to laugh to flatter American perceptions.
Windy showdown ends in house collapse tragedy
In a dramatic scene, the Strong Man and the Freckled Fanatic clash as a light wind proves stronger than expected. After three failed attempts to seize the elusive target, the Strong Man tears the house down, and both participants die in the wreck. Edward Singer.
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Edward Singer
Tea Cakes and Desserts from Marion Club Ball
Recipes for Cocoanut drop cakes Vanilla fingers and Cream cakes are given with steps and ingredients. The Marion club ball will be the big social event of Monday night at the German house with over 1,000 attendees and extensive electric decorations.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Cures Salt Rheum Says Mrs Ward
Mrs Ida E Ward of Cove Point Maryland reports a skin cure after taking Hood's Sarsaparilla. She had itching on her arms diagnosed as salt rheum and recovered in days with no recurrence. The ad urges cleansing the system of humors to prevent return.
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Ida E. Ward
Cove Point
Hood
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises a Cure for Eruptions
An advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures all cutaneous eruptions and guarantees results. The copy urges readers to take the remedy, stating it remains unmatched for skin complaints.
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Hood
The Gentle D A R and a Mother’s Quiet Sorrow
A fragment from the Chicago Record-Herald recalls a gentle D A R member and her soft smiles that opened gates and softened warfare memories. The poem references a motherly figure who bites thread, sews a button, and shares a tender moment, ending with a quiet sigh and tears.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Witty Exchanges and Humorous Quips Across Periodicals
A collage of short humorous remarks from Washington Star Harper's Magazine and Chicago Post recounts sinecures in politics, feigned bravery, paralyzed statues, a seat on a crowded car, and a jest about a swell church wedding. Readers glimpse social manners and light satire through quick dialogues and wry observations.
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Washington
Harper’s Magazine
Chicago Post
FOR WOMAN S EYE Girls Make Their Own Stocks
Advice for budget conscious displays of fashion accessories. Women should craft lace chiffon and velvet ribbon neckpieces to refresh gowns and shirts, using embroidery to create original designs suited to personal style. Separate stocks offer multiple outfits from a single gown.
New Belt Styles Amaze with Satin, Girdle Shapes and Buckles
Fashion notes describe a wild belt season with tucked white satin belts and bold daisy buckle designs. Centerlines, shell braids, gun metal ornaments, and velvet contrasts appear on wide and narrow belts for gowns, walking skirts, and Empire style girdles.
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Philadelphia Record
Bargains in Upright Pianos at Baldwin's
Advertisement notes slightly used upright pianos for sale at Baldwin’s. Mentions loose leaf price book covers and various sizes. Promotes rooms for rent and a contact in Indianapolis with two phone numbers.
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WM. B. Burford
Indianapolis, Ind
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