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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1906
Page
5
The late summer introduces a decidedly useful novelty, the Hinon traveling coat. It pairs as a motor wear piece, extending to the skirt and shown in blue and heavy smooth Hinon fabric. The front features a half long empire line, the back is close fitting, long masculine sleeves, and a shawl collar. A matching yellow and blue traveling hat completes the ensemble.
The song You're a Grand Old Rag You're & Great Old Flag, revised by request of the ABA, reads You're & Grand Old Flag the' 'Worn to Rag. It joins other national airs in public schools, with Cohan credited for driving its popularity. The publisher B A Milla has updated plates and the new version is in demand by schools and patriotic societies.
A Chinese student traveling to Japan for education returns with a Japanese wife. His family resists the union causing a public stir as settlers and officials discuss westernized schooling. The incident marks a sharp counter to pro Japanese sentiment and could have broad consequences.
A New York report covers Cardinal statements on remedies for corporate abuses and social unfaithfulness, emphasizing the family as society’s foundation. Bishop Foley of Detroit and Father Duley of Brooklyn discuss broad discussion, accountability, and restoring morality by strengthening family relations as crime and public vice rise.
Broughton Brandenburg, noted sociologist and writer, has separated from his wife in a mutual agreement. Brandenburg remains in St Louis while Mrs Brandenburg stays in New York. She says divorce is not planned now but they will not live together. They married five years and nine months ago and have supported each other through his literary career.
Washington, July 3 Special reports a charity beauty contest in Deed Lick, twelve miles south of Washington, ended in violent melee. Miss Emma Stringer and Miss Anna Belmont led until a vote clash sparked brawling. Mills Stringer was struck and not expected to recover. About six men were arrested, others fled.
The article describes various flower based beauty baths favored by summer girls. It details preparations using rose petals, pine needles, clover tops, rat leaves, orange flower water, attar of tone, and alcohol mixtures. It outlines steps for sun drying, steeping in spirits or wine vinegar, and combining with waters and oils for scented baths.
Special to The Sur Chicago NL July 2. Lolita Armour ten daughter of J Oden Armour, once helpless from hip dislocation, is now a cheerful roving child after treatment by Prof Lorenz in Vienna. He planned a breakthrough operation and promises a future cure. She walks with a limp but runs and dances, regaining happiness at home.
A collage of old ad blurbs and amusing anecdotes. Mentions Wise, New Philadelphia, and Chicago job seekers. References General Sinesser, Mayor Codd, a Canadian hotel, and a Welsh tenor. An assortment of witty vignettes and stray quotes from theatre and politics.
Mary Jones reported to the Board of Health that a cake of ice delivered by a Kansas City ice company contained a section resembling a snake. She found it in her icebox and suspects the rest of the crate is in another portion of the original ice cake.
A fragmentary exchange hints at surprise and weather bureau humor. Jones suggests a remark from an attache for the weather bureau, while the line questions who spoke first. The text shows a mock dialogue with playful misquotation and attribution.
A humorous tale follows Mary Ann who plans marriage but stays housekeeper for a wealthy family. Her suitor Henrietta’s husband arrives after delays and Mary Ann contemplates marrying him on a whim. The housemates joke as time passes and the wedding cake looms.
A guide to repurposing vegetables with uneven wording and quirky instructions. It lists carrots, potatoes, beets, and beans prepared in various ways, including creams, dressings, and garnishes, highlighting techniques like slicing, mashing, baking, and molding.
Carpenters and scenic artists outline the ambitious production of Clay Clement's new play "Sam Houston" at the Chicago Auditorium theater. The set features scenes of Colonial Nashville, old Texas capital, and 1840s governor's mansion interiors. Rehearsals span a month, with the author star Clement aiming for several complete performances before opening in Minneapolis on Sept. 17.
An ad style critique argues a patent medicine promoter uses publicity to gain trust. It claims the maker asserts safety and efficacy by revealing ingredients and inviting scrutiny while denying habit forming properties. The piece highlights endorsements by physicians and writers and frames the marketing as aggressive public promotion.
Details allege a planned marriage unraveling after a home search uncovered a complete trousseau. The groom allegedly broke the engagement, while another young woman, married a month, faced humiliation as detectives found a valuable cut glass collection near her home. Parents tied to a Catholic church circle are said to be affected by the disclosures.
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