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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1905
Page
4
The notice lists old and new telephone lines for editorial rooms and the business office, with old number 626 and new number 3411, signaling a switch in contact points for readers seeking newsroom access. It records routing details and the changeover to ensure continued communication.
A harsh critique denounces a proposed bill to create a centralized hospital for epileptics. The piece argues the plan would brutalize sufferers by exposing them to others’ misery, calling the philanthropy misjudged and dangerous. It cites moral outrage, context on epilepsy variability, and broader political tensions.
Senator Armin Koehne of Indianapolis introduces legislation to retire public school teachers after 30 years at two-thirds pay from the educational funds. Proponents call it just and affordable, noting teachers' sacrifices and impact on children's futures while lamenting low pay and lack of post retirement support.
The piece reports backing for Representative Darby Indiana on a narcotics bill to require prescriptions for cocaine morphine and opium, limit sales to licensed doctors, keep records and publicly accessible purchaser details, and label poisons with antidote warnings. The language notes opposition to tariff revision and mentions a police rule about case abandonment, while referencing Senator Koehne and a Washington committee recommendation.
A frustrated letter rejects a series of wild climate swings from Mr. Blythe the local weatherman. The author demands a policy change after extreme cold and heat, rain, snow, and wind, claiming editorials about Indianapolis climate are harmed. The piece warns of growing unrest and potential confrontation if forecasts do not improve.
The retiring governor summarizes his administration highlighting the workload and duties of the executive. He cites 265 public functions, 166 formal addresses, and 55 dinners deemed formidable gastronomical feasts. Over two years he traveled about 59,000 miles by rail, sea, auto, and stage, ranging from Portland Maine to Portland Oregon and across the nation.
A garbled report portrays lawmakers amid graft talk, free medical cards, and cigarette lobby stresses. Grounds faces pressure over a committee appointment while Elliott and others navigate favors. A striking lobby girl pursues a Maron county representative amid intrigue and job promises.
A fragmentary passage portrays Cleopatra’s maid entering a room as the queen arranges a nap, with disjointed dialogue about danger, a program, and a planned move. Scattered names and non sequiturs hint at a melodramatic or stage direction fragment.
A description details the Kah gyur or Tidan Bible as VR volumes of about 1100 pages each, totaling 100 books. Each volume weighs ten pounds and measures 26 inches long and 8 inches deep, requiring a dozen yaks for transport and large timber blocks and inks like a city for printing. Mongols paid 7.00 axen for a copy, with 225 commentary volumes and a collection of alleged revelations claimed to augment the Bible.
Willum alenry Goodman curator of fine arte of the Froghlyn institute writes a piece republished by Venies papers. The piece praises American art education and says the basilica’s state is not as grave as it seemed. Architect Mans trodt and Engineer Marangoni support his views and oversee the work.
A garbled OCR style item discusses a New York actress accused of seduction as a public controversy erupts over a failed proposal. The piece mocks the public and critics, hinting at a mirrored social script and the era’s tabloid tone.
A United States Geological Survey report notes 1939 gas production at 7,859,570,000 cubic feet valued at 5,415.20 dollars. Indiana stood as the sole gas producer with a drop in output during the year, underscoring industrial needs.
Gen Kuropatkin known for geography and botanical interests follows weekly scientific progress. He receives periodicals from Russia France and Germany in Manchuria. His geographic works cite his reputation as an author and his focus on agricultural problems.
A remarkable collection of rare and antique books, the life work of Wrof. T. J. Ellapatrick, will be moved from a farmhouse two miles from Iowa City to the shelves of the State Historical Society for winter storage and deposit.
Richard Cadaina, hereditary sachem of the Delaware Indiana and descendant of Chief White Eyes who aided Washington in Pennsylvania, has issued a complimentary souvenir volume titled Poema and Reflections on the Ancient Religion of the Delaware Indians for distribution among his friends.
Belgium readies events for next year's diamond jubilee marking its tenth anniversary of independence from the Netherlands. Local committees form nationwide as the government plans an appropriation of £410,000 to fund commemorations.
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