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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1904
Page
4
A column wryly admires Rev. Cortland Myers for preserving a presidential handshake memory and jokes about washing hands and soap. It then weighs Russia’s fleet options versus Japan, arguing European ships should stay home and warning of likely consequences if sent east. Perry Heath resigns as Republican National Committee secretary in brisk note.
The Sun reports 4827 people received aid from the relief bureau last week. Oliver Reveal was appointed assistant postmaster by the postmaster general. James L. Mitchell, former county prosecutor and ex mayor of Indianapolis, died Wednesday night. Washington’s torchday anniversary was celebrated. Unemployed men plan organization for industrial and political aims. Congressman Bryan of Nebraska was to speak to Normal school students. A peddler of nations was robbed and killed near Mount Vernon.
Miss Jessle Gibson, graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, displays architectural drawings this week at the Sieber Gallery. The show reopens to the public and includes water color pen and ink charcoal and pencil works from her studio and domestic and commercial desk projects since returning from abroad.
A garbled collection of verses and notes recounts social feuds and friendships among women named Hess Zoe and Bess, with gossip about relatives and a watch theft. It includes humorous exchanges, moral reflections, poems about soldiers and a czar, and a poem credited to Edward Singer.
A pretty American singer from St. Louis, Misa Sormphine Fudwig Ladwig, captivates Monte Carlo and Paris crowds with a powerful voice. Born to Dr Charles Vo Madwig, the wealthy physician father, she studies with Gilly and Pena and is praised as a rising operatic star.
In a tense domestic scene Perdita confronts husband Robert about a long untold diary revealing a former love. His confession that another woman once mattered tests trust as Perdita reads of a dreamlike past, sparking jealousy and a tentative path to forgiveness amid fragile marriage. The piece blends intimate conflict with a reveal that could redefine their future.
An old advertisement extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as the best medical value for money, claiming it purifies the blood and cures pimples eczema and general debility. It features a testimonial from Mins Erris Couns of Washington DC praising restored energy and health after use.
The Chicago advertising world notes the retirement of Mr. DM, Lord, leader of Lord & Thomas, as A. L. Thomas takes greater control. The firm reports rising billings and new contracts from major clients like Anheuser-Busch, Lion Coffee, Armour & Co., and several railroads, with long-time executive GC. Rennie aiding leadership alongside A. L. Lasker.
Theatre schedule shows English’s “Berl of Pawtucket” at gt and GHAND in Vaudeville, with “Vaudevilie” at 2 and section PARK presenting “At the old cross ronda” at 2 and EMPIRE offering “Fay Foster Duclesquere” at 2 and 4. UNTQUE-Vaudevilie at 3 and B.
George Robe bcam, famed as the oldest man in the state, died of pneumonia at the city infirmary aged 104. He recalled Civil War era events, lost his right leg in youth, and remained active in memory and daily routines until his passing. Only two relatives, both aged, are listed with infirmary records.
A Florida based Timnets St. Andress society faced turmoil as founder Joe W I. Hagin disappeared from Chicago. His wife In duckservite Mac, amid hostility, refused to return and organize a future for the distrusted group. The episode highlights unresolved tensions and leadership doubts within the organization.
A Chicago area snowfall brought two inches of accumulation with the heaviest fall recorded at 1 35M inches in one boreay, affecting travel and services. Local reports describe a heavy winter pattern with ongoing efforts to clear roads and restore routine movement.
Me and Mrs Frank J Vinson will spend no month in Florkta Mrs Alfred M Ogle has returned after visiting in New York Mrs David Braden will entertain her cand ctivh Monday afternoon The xotual luncheon of the Treview circle will be held Thursday at pre Columbia club The Winter picnic dinner chit was entertained by Mr and Mrs Thirty Dickhut at their Home on N Pennsylvania at Saturday evening You should not feel tired all the time hostay people dowt you want if you take Hood s Sarsaparilla for a while Garland Steve and Ranges Largest assortment of stoves in city ty Socbring Oro 7 80 and GH Virara An Old Nurse for Children Mommy Whoo s Teething Strop for children teething should always be used for children while teething soothes the gum and eases pain cures Windsolic and to the test remedy Fresh Sotto
Rates to St Louis for the World’s Fair, via Vandalia Line from Indianapolis, take effect April 3. Special information and facilities details available by contacting W W Richardson assistant general passenger agent Indianapolis.
The Union and Southern Pacific announce one way second-train colonial rates to California Oregon Washington and Wake points from Chicago to the Pacific coast at 209.50. Intermediate points priced proportionately. Through tourist and reclining chair cars daily from listed origins. For details contact W H Connor general agent at BX Fourth and the Atlantic.
Feb 10 report notes Japan facing threats and variable climates drive vegetation across Torio islands. Cedar oak camphor maple lre camellia plum peach and cherry trees common. bamboo abundant. fruit crops valued for yield. Wildlife includes badgers deer hares monkeys and foxes. streams teem with fish supporting livelihoods. numerous birds and small mammals present.
A Berlin report states an entire Sehvelder family of four brothers, their wife, and a domestic servant were sent to the municipal funatia asylum. Witnesses claim they suffered from hallucinations and feared robbery, with alleged plots involving electric wires to trap intruders. The family had packed belongings in parcels and one brother reportedly kept a cavalry saber to guard against burglars.
A Philadelphia Telegraph report lauds Van Houten Zoon of Woeap Holland as the nucleus of a vast cocoa industry. It notes eighty five acres and seventy five years of operation, praising high grade raw beans, scientific processing, and the widely beloved cocoa watch product despite cheaper domestic cocoas.
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