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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1899
Page
4
The Sun offers second class mail delivery six cents weekly and carrier delivery across the city. News dealers may obtain sale terms at the office. Advertising rates are available by inquiry or to the advertising department. Communications for publication should be to the editor. Readers lacking prompt delivery should notify The Sun. The paper will forward rates to responsible agents or prospects.
Rates for outside city subscriptions listed as per year and six months in advance. Monthly and yearly options appear with pricing. The fragment references Sun Telephones and a business office in Indianapolis with an address line. The date shows July 8, 1699, indicating an old-public notice style.
Observers note alarm among free silver advocates as Democrats drift toward unity. Leaders of Altgeld Clark factions push for the issue to be revived, arguing it determines party standing. Voters show modified sentiment after war issues, yet radicals may prevail again.
The article notes urban transit speeds rising as rapid cars improve service for suburbanites and city commuters. It warns of more injuries during the transition and urges caution around trolley tracks as cities become faster and more connected to Chicago and Kansas City.
The Commercial club debates municipal purchase of the state land owned by the Institute for the Deaf and Dumb. Some argue Indianapolis should own the tract if the state sells, while others warn against rushing a sale. Officials are urged to act without compromising sound business judgment.
The State bar association endorses a campaign to oppose candidate assessments for judges. Proponents expect county bars to join, with hope that more men win benches and the People benefit. Opposition cites potential financial strain on city funds and public officials.
The piece rails at the News for ignoring public cries during burdensome months and mocks efforts to “civilize” by big nations. It references Tom and Dom Paul, Queen Victoria, and England, while hinting at political infighting within the Democratic and Republican camps and a call to scrutinize the law, contracts, and trusts.
A compilation of quotes from public figures and citizens on governance, civil service, and social matters. Topics range from osteopathy and political influence to commissions, public celebrations, food adulteration, transportation, and community fundraising.
City and railroad officials clash over elevating tracks with protests from South Side merchants and manufacturers. Officials warn of damage to industries, potential removals, and a ruined Union station, while proponents push for a study and reject rushing the measure.
The remarks reference gubernatorial hopefuls and proxies in Kentucky and Missouri. Tom Taggart questions proxy restrictions while Herman Gaeth critiques Indianapolis public works and park plans.
A collage of quotes from regional papers spans political strategy, labor unrest, and a curious health advisory. Highlights include Thurman choosing his running mate stance, McKinley earning degrees while Manila sizzles, tin plate price tensions, and a caution about the kissing bug with harmless two legs versus dangerous four.
Mrs. W. A. Vail hosted a neighborhood party Friday morning. Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Herriott returned from eastern resorts. Miss Florence Webster plans a Tuesday evening gathering for Miss Taylor of Orlando, Florida. Mrs. Hugh H. Hanna entertained 40 ladies Friday morning for Mary Harrison McKee, who will return to Saratoga next week. The Ladies' society of the Mannerchor to stage a lawn party Friday afternoon at Mrs. Paul H. Krauss's Park Ave home. Mr. H. C. Newcomb, Miss Ketcham, Miss Ray, Allan Hendricks, Dr. F. J. Charlton and Ray Newcomb went to White River camp near Allsonville Saturday.
Great Lakes towing company incorporated in Trenton New Jersey with capital of 35 000 000. W K Vanderbilt plans a new mansion on the Hour site of a prior fire. Charles Juby and wife arrested in Milwaukee for forging checks. Marcus Daly denies selling copper interests and leaving Montana. Police in Wilkesbarre baffled by headless river body. Scott Baker fatally shot in Richmond Kentucky during a spree. Mine explosion near Port Oram New Jersey kills Ed Miles William Murtha and Fred Shiffner.
New money order offices established in Indiana at Guy Honey Creek Midway Oak Orphant Rosewood Scovit and fourth class postmasters appointed for Lewis A White Derrick Wm Snyder Gatchell August F Baker Petroleum Martinsville postmaster to receive extra carriers for free delivery. Martinsville business last year shows 13000 dollars.
The list shows multiple churches with service times. First Baptist led by Rev. T. J. Villers at 10 45. College avenue Baptist with Rev. W C Taylor at 10 45 and 7 45. Central avenue M E with Rev. C C Lasby at 10 20. Meridian Street M E with Rev. William A Quayle at 10 45 and 7 45. Roberts Park M E with Dr E B Rawls at 11 and 7 45. Central Christian led by Rev E E B Schofield at 10 45. First Presbyterian with Rev M L Haines at 6 45. Second Presbyterian Rev Clifford Mec Bride at 11 and Rev McBride at 7 30. Mayer Chapel also noted.
A jumble of notices from a Saturday morning: Max William Lee’s barn fire at 1326 N Yinois street. Lillie Mahan seeks divorce from Cari Hoy amid cruel treatment. Rachel Hoy sues William for 300 plus costs with Indianapolis Union Railway as co defendant. Dammeyer Bros grocers at 455 E Washington street discharged for bad vinegar hands. Thomas L Sullivan gives a patriotic address in Morrison’s hall for a rising vote of thanks. Demas Shore 7 520 Garden street badly hurt by a stockyard car but to recover. Frank M Wright with a New York street bottling firm arrested for using others bottles. city officials discuss land north of the deaf and dumb institute for a park, sale advertised with half cash terms. Johnson says funds could cover half from the general fund, council opposition feared.
In a dispute over response times two city medical teams raced to a fire and burn victim. The City hospital ambulance arrived late as dispensary staff treated Frank Lawler and debated alleged delays with hospital crews. Dr Lepp and Driver Delaney aided the patient before returning to the scene.
An Indianapolis reader writes to The Sun dated July 7 with a humorous note on how the News was bitten by a Melanolestes picipes. The writer seeks guidance on proper decorum, asking whether crepe flowers or a leather medal should memorialize the insect’s appearance.
Mr A N Noell of Assherville Kansas spent a long time treating himself for chronic diarrhoea with no relief. He finally used Cham berlain's Colic Chalera and Diarrhoea Remedy and was permanently cured. For sale by all druggists.
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