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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1902
Page
4
City sanitarian Buehler’s smallpox scare hurts local business though no major outbreak is expected, while a ticket selling ban for school entertainments gains support. The Sun applauds miners’ Indianapolis convention, and notes Frank Munsey’s influence on the New York News, praising its readability.
The speaker jokes that lighting a monument is useless when Prince Henry passes through Indianapolis. They suggest Tom Taggart could outshine the monument with a broader, brighter smile, implying a more powerful public appeal. The remark blends humor with local figures to critique spectacle.
A peculiar opinion cites a society that demands red overcoats for live lobsters on ice to argue that if two legged lobsters were included, every member would don red coats. The remark ties costume theater to animal treatment rhetoric without concrete policy.
The mayor intends to ask Hugh McGowan and George McCullough two or three questions about interurban contracts, prompting local officials and residents to watch closely for details as the dispute unfolds.
Expert Condron says all remaining White River bridges are safe. Streetcar Jones also deems the old W Washington Street bridge safe, though his assessment contrasts with Condron’s view.
In a call to consolidate opposition, leaders argue that when multiple anti ring candidates exist the field should narrow to one nominee to defeat the ring candidate in Marion County. The statement emphasizes unity to prevent factional split and secure victory.
Harry Rouse states he is in the county clerk race for blood and his prospects are very bright. The comment raises questions whether he aims for political bloodshed or a nomination, leaving the intended meaning unclear.
When Prosecutor Ruckelshaus was asked what the next grand jury would do he answered simply wait and see. Since he became prosecutor the people have waited with no visible action or results.
William Bosson and Jim Pritchard express strong confidence in a Republican nomination for circuit judge though their certainty remains personal and unconfirmed.
If Mayor Bookwalter cannot secure county aid for the West Washington street bridge, a public fundraising collection is proposed as an alternative to finance the project.
A fragment asks about the fate of a smoky figure, likely a local nickname or character, with no clear reportable event or outcome readable in the text. The item remains a cryptic inquiry without verifiable actions, dates, or named entities.
The report that policy men decided to quit before the grand jury met must have been groundless. What has a policy man to fear from the grand jury while the present county prosecutor is on duty.
County attorney Martin Hugg and City attorney Frederick Joss dispute the law governing the erection of bridges. The remark suggests such a disagreement would be unwelcome, signaling potential legal tension between county and city governance.
The proposal would add one more job for a Bookwalter machine man, expanding city staff in weights and measures. The plan outlines establishing the new office and assigning duties under city oversight.
Neely declines to pace the floor and fret over troubles, pushing others to do the floor walking. The Board of Works reportedly contemplates removing electric lights on the South side to permit dark lantern campaigns by Republican ring candidates.
The article notes that despite focus on a temporary pest house, attention shifts to the bustling bowling league business at Buffalo. It contrasts health concerns with local sports activity, highlighting community interest in recreation.
The remark suggests that if Mr. McCulloch had been a more capable journalist, George Cromer likely would have faced a sharp rebuke or defeat, implied by the colorful metaphor of dust. The line hints at a contest of wits or influence between the two figures within a historical newspaper context.
Indiana residents welcomed Admiral Schley home amid celebration yet noted he carried a lame arm. The reception reflected widespread enthusiasm for his service and the public’s pride in his voyage.
Authorities say the bridges have been pronounced safe after a thorough inspection. The report notes no structural issues found and urges routine checks. Local crews will monitor for any changes and advise if alerts arise.
Fresh fields to conquer include corsage and neck bows crafted from satin taffeta ribbon. The lus trous weave combines satin lustre with taffeta chic. Florodora necktie in pale pink ribbon, three inches wide, uses about two and a half yards and finishes with a six loop bow and knot.
The South-side Turnverein held a mask ball on Wednesday night drawing 500 guests in festive attire. Local organizers report smooth proceedings and a spirited crowd enjoying the event.
A young collie at Gages Lake Illinois finds a missing three year old girl after a long night search. The dog noses out the child from brush near Henry Meak’s farm and earns a new home as the hero of the lake region.
A poem from Youths Companion contrasts saying Come here with anger versus gentleness. It argues that tone reveals inner feelings even when words seem mild, urging readers to keep anger out of voice and cultivate kindness in every interaction.
City life brief reports a two day farmers institute set for February 7 and 8 in Southport under the State board of farmers institutes. Also a German house lecture night featured Carl Armbruster speaking on Richard Wagner for two hours with assistance from Faustine Cramer as soloist.
A historical verse narrative recounts a reception for a famed singer Madam Jones in Puckerville. Silas Hornaby rallies locals including a mob of men who gather at Bishop's store with dogs and townsfolk to greet her arrival. The piece blends gossip with celebratory tone.
“Be more explicit,” said the judge. “You say that this man, while intoxicated, damaged you to the extent of $1,000 by simply trying to walk upon the roof of your house?” “Yes, your honor,” replied the German. “He tried to open the roof of my hot house walk.”
Miss SBallay frets about dressing for the first act while a comedian urges patience. The scene centers on a staged bit titled Peter Punkin Eater with Emmy Lou urged to perform with one finger, as the crowd cheers master and student in a warm backstage moment noted by Edward Singer.
A compilation from multiple Indiana papers critiques reformers as typically failing to meet in office, noting unfamiliarity with actual duties and pledge erosion. Anecdotes cover political disenchantment, cold waves, bowling league leadership, and a Goshen coal dealer denying cash coal over debt, highlighting local concerns.
Duke, a finely bred English setter from a Detroit home, fell ill with brain fever. Doctors treated him at a canine infirmary on Hastings Street, but his condition worsened and he became paralyzed. He had often pleased children by playing dead, and he died last week.
A compact collection of aphorisms on friendship love and politics with pointed quips about umpiring life and poetry. It ponders how loyalty and self interest intertwine and how editors riff on dialect and rhetorical flair. The tone echoes a Chicago News style with sharp social commentary.
Mother Grays Sweet Powders for Children claim to cure colds in 24 hours and relieve fevers headaches stomach troubles teething disorders worms. Mrs Emily Maronn of Meriden calls it the best medicine for feverish children. Sold at stores and by mail 25 cents sample mailed free Allen Olmsted LeRoy Ohio
A period cooking note extols pineapple for winter meals and medicinal use guiding ripeness for salad success. It details assembling pineapple with lettuce and celery, a thick mayonnaise, and saltine biscuits, plus a butter sugar yolk vanilla cream and a cheese toast idea.
A historic recipe note contrasts northern and southern waffle qualities. It details a crisp southern method using egg yolks, boiled hominy, butter, salt, flour, baking powder, milk, and stiffly beaten egg whites, with instruction to heat irons thoroughly and avoid wetting flour until ready.
A collage of light pieces pulled from 19th century papers shows a mix of wit and small mischief. Dialogues feature a skeptical patient praising a doctor, Bridget boasting with false teeth, a church fair romance, a shy borrower’s money, and a graphic exchange about repayment.
The New York Tribune notes tissue paper has many practical uses beyond packing. It serves as an eraser on textured paper, cleans and polishes glass, brightens drawers, wraps small packages, protects silk and lace during pressing, and can insulate under clothing in cold weather, all while remaining inexpensive.
This item outlines methods for repairing worn fabric with a sewing machine. It advises using silk or cotton threads matching the fabric color, keeping pressure foot steady, stitching beyond the damage, and layering stitches to restore texture. It also covers reinforcing thin areas with a backing fabric and mixing thread colors when needed.
An ad-style claim argues rheumatism symptoms ease only temporarily, urging internal treatment with Hood's Sarsaparilla to correct blood acidity and cure the disease.
S W Cor Delaware and Chioote invites patients for all kinds of dental work from morning until six in the evening, offering care and services to the public.
The Union Trust Company acts as agent for collecting incomes from bonds mortgages notes and dividends on stock for taxes assessments and insurance for rent collection and real estate care and for investing funds in real estate securities. It offers superior facilities and serves as custodian of valuable papers, kept separate from its own funds in fireproof vaults, aiding absent or busy customers with prompt remittances and careful investment attention.
OFFICES Nos 118 and 122 in the Companys Building on East Market Street are noted. OFFICERS include JOHN H. HOLLIDAY as President HENRY EITEL as Vice-President HOWARD M. FOLTZ as Treasurer and CHARLES S. MBRIDE as Secretary.
A city lawyer's young son spends a lively summer at grandma's farm. The youngster mocks mischief, prays to be good yet notes other boys are worse. A dog story and a saintly inquiry end with a bold reply about not being a fool. Another scene has a boy exuberantly claiming fear in his stomach.
A mother recounts Chamberlain's Cough Remedy saving her child inwood Iowa. She describes severe breathing difficulty, nightly dosing as directed, and expelling long strings of phlegm. She credits the medicine with preventing her son’s death and notes it is sold by all druggists via A E Steere Goodwin Iowa.
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