County council urged to fund W. Washington bridge
The editorial argues the county council should promptly appropriate funds for the W. Washington street bridge, asserting urgency and that the county and city are effectively the same. It denounces delays and politics, calling interurban expansion a plain business matter to aid growth, not spite.
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W. Washington-st
W. Washingtonst
College-ave. Bridge
W. Washington St
College-ave
McGowan
What Are the Police Doing in Indianapolis?
Analyzed opinion piece questions police time spent on crime in Indianapolis, noting open saloons and gambling rooms, critique of enforcement, and calls for action. Mentions Hon. John Ruckelshaus, county prosecutor nomination, and public views on rings and reform. Letters discuss county surveyor role and bridges, plus railroad executives Booth Tarkington and Daly moving to new roles.
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Indianapolis
John Ruckelshaus
John
Ring
Marion County
Rings
Interurbans Bound to Come Unstoppably
A compact note declares that interurban transit lines are inevitable and cannot be blocked or halted, signaling a decisive move toward expanded electric rail service and regional connectivity.
Not a political fact, but a tongue in cheek remark
A compact remark suggesting that political organs reflect not facts but rhetoric. It implies caution when seeking truth in official outlets and invites scrutiny of biases and framing in governance discourse.
Women Gratified If Crosswalks Are Cleaned
Citizens note that cleaner cross walks would be appreciated by women and others who navigate streets. The suggestion emphasizes safety and accessibility for pedestrians in the area.
Quotes and quips from multiple papers mingle in humor
A collection of witty lines from Scotsburg Chronicle Brazil Enterprise Salem Democrat Lafayette Call and Greenfield Globe remark on charity work ice supply prohibition of war Spain and prizefighter blows. The snippets showcase satirical takes on society politics and sport with sharp punchlines and playful criticism.
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Scottsburg Chronicle
Brazil Enterprise
Chicago
Salem Democrat
Ward 18 Democrats Organize Club at Prospect and Eastats
Ward 18 Democrats formed a club at Prospect and Eastats in a Friday night meeting. John Scherrer was named temporary chairman. A committee was appointed to perfect the organization and secure permanent quarters.
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Prospect and
Eastats
John Scherrer
Quotes from Indianapolis citizens reveal diverse views
A collection of quotes from Samuel Shutt to Merle Walker captures opinions on local commerce, journalism, politics, labor, infrastructure, elections, and social behavior. Notable voices include judge H. C. Allen, John Mendenhall, and Charles Cox commenting on publishing, city development, and party campaigns.
Will of Charles W. Sayles probated in city life
The will of Charles W. Sayles is probated and the entire estate valued between 300000 and 400000 is left to his widow. A belt road to Ko komo with capital 50000 is incorporated to build about two miles of road for the L. E. & W. Fire at 93 and 935 Tansey st. Two frame houses at 900 each were destroyed Friday night by fire. Occupants were M. A. Underwood and John Quick. The Staley family at 1250 Lee st. reports seven smallpox cases with two new ones. Irish league branch meets Sunday at Occidental hotel to hear Maurice Donnelly. Kluge and Mullin injured in a Central ave collision. Will Prather shot at Friday night. Alexander charged. University trustees discuss loans at Grand hotel. Kingan & Co. pens to move to west bank between Big Four tracks. Edward Bishop’s children sue Traugotts for 2000 each over the shooting of their father by his stepson Elza Bennett.
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Belt Road
Kokomo
Tansey St
M. A. Underwood
John Quick
Alonzo Staley
Leest
Health Board
Duncan
Mary
The
Irish League
Occidental Hotel
Maurice Donnelly
League
Chicago
Indiana University
Grand Hotel
Bloomington
Kingan & Co
Big Four
Kingan
Animals hold fast to affection once earned, never lose it
A short reflection quotes Ivan Panin from The Christian Endeavor World stating that animals, once they gain our affection, cannot talk but keep our fond regard. The piece emphasizes enduring bonds between humans and animals and the value of kindness toward creatures.
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Ivan. Panin
Poets at the End and Homeward Thoughts in Town
A reflective piece contrasts a poet’s sad lines on loss with a farmer’s weary return from town. It stitches tender memories of children and toys with memories of farm life, field hums, and spring jonquils, set against New York Times style phrasing.
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Molly
New York Times
Seasonable Cookery for Breakfast and Desserts
A seasonal guide to breakfast fare featuring kippered herring with lyonnaise potatoes and coffee, lettuce for healthful daily menus, light desserts, fruit substitutes, and nuts with heavy dinners. Includes a rice square preparation to serve with roasts.
New Satin Straw Hats Supplant Leghorns in Fashion
Hatmakers replace leghorns with white satin straw models in flat crown and brim styles. Real narrow straw is woven in flat folds giving a liberty satin look with soft sheen. Children’s versions are flat, trims include flowers and a large side bow. Colors feature light blue pink light green cherry red and white. untrimmed price about 3.75 dollars.
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Liberty
Mail and Express
Thoughts on reputation and representation
A reflective meditation on how reputation is earned and lost and how true representation requires truthful, loving action. The speaker notes that self-love biases judgment, that deeds speak louder than words, and that only those with head and heart can do good.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises to Cure Dyspepsia
Dyspepsia causes bad taste, stomach pain, fullness, and headaches. A Ky. man, Joseph F. Laine, reports Hood's Sarsaparilla cured years of dyspepsia, restoring bowels, energy, and vitality, with a warning against substitutes.
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Hood
Joseph F. Laine
Flanagan
Grant the Franchise Urban Urges Cheaper Fares and Wider Reach
The Sun letter argues against extra city financing via franchise fees, urging direct taxation instead. It contends the interurban line would boost wealth, population, and regional integration, making the city a center of a larger industrial district, with emphasis on better service and cheaper fares.
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the Sun
Jones
McGowan Company
Ohio River
Cincinnati
Louisville
Mississippi
St. Louis
New Orleans
Lake Erie
Cleveland
Lake Michigan
Chicago
Deafness Cure Promised By Constitutional Remedies
Advertisement claims deafness from inflamed Eustachian tube mucous lining can be cured only by constitutional remedies. It asserts nine of ten cases stem from catarrh and offers $100 for any deafness caused by catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Includes Toledo Ohio address and notes Hall's Family Pills as best.
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Hall
Quips from papers on life wit and work
A collage of witty quotes and cartoons from Brooklyn Life Baltimore News Detroit Free Press Atchison Globe Chicago Record-Herald and others. The excerpts touch on theater manners labor jokes marriage and social norms in a light satirical tone.
Company Officers Listed for Nos 118 and 122 Building
East Market Street offices announce John H. Holliday as President Henry Eitel as Vice President Howard M. Foltz as Treasurer and Charles & M Bribe as Secretary in the Companys Building directory at Nos 118 and 122.
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Company
East Market St
John H. Holliday
Henry Eitel
Howard M. Foltz
Charles &M'Bride
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Indianapolis Sun
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Rathe
County Council
DeWitt V. Moore
Pennsylvania Lines
Union Railway Company
Henry W. Klausmann
Booth Tarkington
Indiana
Charles F. Daly
Lake Erie & Western Road
Lake Shore Road
Daly
Spirit OF the State Press
Spain
Lafayette
Greenfield Globe
Democratic Club
Samuel Shutt
New York
H. C. Allen
Joseph C. Harder
Linton Cox
Irvington
Arthur J. Durand
Frank Kamps
Chesapeake Bay
C. J. Murphy
Indiana State Board of Commerce
John F. White
Charles E. Cox
Charles E. Coffin
C. F. Sayles
W. C. van Arsdel
Reform School For Boys
E. F. Gould
E. J. Collins
W. Marcy
W. B. English
Boston
J. R. Munro
N. S. Byram
Alfred E. Dickey
Lon Boyd
Taggart
Marion County Republicans
Tom Taggart
A. J. Krass
American Brewing Company
Frank Gronninger
Merle N. A. Walker
City Life
Charles W. Sayles
Will Prather
McQuffin St
Prather
George Alexander
Edgar
Daisy Bishop
Edward Bishop
Michael
Joachim Traugott
Elza Bennett
Traugotts
Abba
W. Canton
Ti. Hall
Indianapols
Stevenson
Indiana Trust Company
Company’s Building
Washington St
Virginia Ave
Brooklyn
Jess
Mistah Jackson
Baltimore News
Detroit Free Press
Atchison Globe
Chicago Record-Herald
Mother Gray
Allen S. Olmsted
LeRoy, N. Y
Physicians and Surgeons
J. J. Kyle
Newton Claypool
Bradley
Pettis Dry Goods Co
Aik Silihide Bi
Meridian Street
American National Bank
U. S. Depositary
John Perrin
H. A. Schlotzhauer
Theo. Stempfel
Andrew Smith
Union Trust Company
Columbia National Bank
Safe Deposit Boxes
the Central Trust Company Bond Department
Indianapolis and Eastern Traction Company
Indiana Hotel Company
B. Laycock Manufacturing
Indianapolis Fire Inursance ‘Company
H. P. Wasson & Co
East Market Street
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