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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1905
Page
4
A terse newspaper card notes the editorial room and business office telephones. It lists old and new numbers and references both phones for contact. The item preserves the period tone with brief practical details for readers seeking contact information.
A columnist criticizes Speaker Cantwell for sending the track elevation bill to the railroad committee, arguing the plan affects Indianapolis and should be moved to the Indianapolis affairs committee to avoid delay. The piece urges swift passage to prevent excessive city taxation and preserve relief for taxpayers while warning of a burdensome, overdue decision. It also notes reshuffling could jeopardize post office leadership and references broader revolutionary proclamations from the era.
The piece urges careful scrutiny of a proposed Hammond horse racing bill, warning it may import Chicago gambling sin into Indiana. It notes past Chicago attempts to relocate gambling to neighboring Indiana and calls for vigilance to protect the state's good name amid ongoing unrest in Russia and references to Polstoi.
The 30th anniversary of the typewriter in New York honors women who adopted typing as a profession. The device empowered women in business, transforming offices and opening new opportunities while facing early prejudices. The piece also ponders broader ideals and even ends with an abrupt question about gas costs.
Senator Spooner defends the term damnifying during a senate discussion on seal fisheries. He describes damnifying as damage or injury caused by unlawful interference, noting the word fits a statute though its peculiarity stands out in law between men.
The scene centers on Senator Kittinger who avoids direct aye or no, saying I rather answer vote aye as other lawmakers push a proposed legislative boxiness measure. Reports describe visits by Anderson residents, a Crommitios bill facing a second reading, and Senator Tuge described as a sticker. Rep. BL Mott and Rep. Cravens are noted among gallery figures. a yellow-paper reporter grills Cravens while General sentiment shifts as observers comment on health and destiny figures.
Senator McCreary of Kentucky faced a gusty moment near the senate entrance as Dennis Flynn of Vermont, carrying Green Mountain electoral votes, steadied him from a near fall. Flynn joked that he had never supported a Democrat before, in a brief exchange on Capitol Hill.
A summer tale describes a well known western literary woman packing household goods for a Michigan cottage with her husband supervising and telegrams misread as food items. Another fragment recalls John Burroughs and Orr with a lighthearted remark about a collection of flowers. Bishop Potter’s silver set mix ends with a witty telegram: poor but honest, look in the washstand drawer.
Archaeologist WH says Babylon’s grandeur was exaggerated and walls were smaller than claimed. Comments by Dr Kedewey note seven to eight mile circumference with cramped palaces and eroded temples challenging long held views. Also mentions Sir Job Forrest’s railway loan push and exploration notes on Kangaroos and native rites near Cuernavaca. A Metco City quarry near an Anteconyx site is reported rediscovered by Carl Ludloff.
A jumble of quotes and caricatures highlights political satire and military life. It touches on czarist censorship, Harsh remarks by General Hogsel on Port Arthur, hints of court-martial fears, and jokes about lecture feats and journalism. The text shifts through social chatter, poker jokes, and wartime command banter with names and places suggesting a late imperial era mood.
Fragmentary wires reveal mutiny tension and public responses as a violinist falters amid crowd sympathy. Reporters note the strain of events in Rangas City and Detroit press scenes show perceived threats and linguistic caution in naval matters.
A fragment from the Chicago Tribune recounts David attempting Saul's armor, which fits awkwardly and leaves him uneasy. He sheds the clanking garments and proceeds to the final round as Nekeu Viath watches in silence.
A Success Magazine excerpt argues that great prizes go to the level headed, the sound judge, and the reliable man. It asks if a candidate can stand without being tripped and land on his feet, stay calm under pressure, and act honestly under all circumstances.
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