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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1888
Page
3
Polly Smith, an orphan with a hunger for song, works for Mrs Nye in a harsh Burns county poorhouse. A hungry tramp seeks aid and Polly hides bread for her, angering the mistress who strikes Polly. Elnathan Grove intervenes, challenging mistreatment and reframing mercy as part of daily life in a rough home.
In a rural supper scene Polly Smith is accused of arson after a barn blaze blamed on her by others. A trampwoman reveals the true cause as a match struck by a scissors-grinder man, sleeping in Nye’s shed. Polly is freed and welcomed back, while Mrs Nye softens.
A Canada brief notes customs charges on baggage in Ontario. Passengers face a 25 cent black mail style levy per item analyzed by customs officers, sparking considerable protest and debate about the policy.
Buyers sought for used bedroom set stove clothing and other second hand items. Place a 10 word notice for 3d a week in THRSuN. Extra words Joe per insertion.
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