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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1904
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Dr Charles Flesh Ford as a dermatologist offering Flesh Food for skin and figure. It promises clear complexion firm flesh and bust development and claims unique effectiveness with over twenty two years of testing. Offer: $1 for 42 boxes with prepaid postage.
A fictional column by Cynthia Grey contends men know real from artificial in women and outline ideal traits. It depicts the modern, active woman as desirable while cautioning against overt femininity and constant suggestion, suggesting women should be ready but not pushy in pursuing a man's favor.
A historical guide discusses two forms of dandruff seborrhea on the scalp and their causes. It notes that the condition responds to remedies such as astrigent oils and specific scalp applications, plus a recommended diet and hygiene practices for prevention and cure. The text mentions that weather, health, and complexion influence the condition and that cures exist though not universal.
A fragment hints at women earning via sewing and darning in college circles. It portrays dull domestic tasks as profitable for women willing to work for pay, with references to city and village darners and the appeal of steady income for industrious students.
The HK. L. B 8. club reported a strong fishing haul at Riverside Park with three nice catfish and several carp from White River near the town. A stray dog has prowled the area for days, seen near Farrington & Royster’s Yarn, then toward the river and vanished, suspected to have moved on. Brown-Ketenat workers enjoyed a holiday with ball games. Paria crossing resident Fist paid a welcome visit to Haughville. J. M. Smith of Los Angeles has been visiting recently. Ladies' athletic society of the Kings Ave church plans a gathering at the parsonage Wednesday evening.
An irregular Haueghville weekly column mentions local goings on including workforce concerns, barbers pricing tensions, and a boy injured in a mishap. It highlights social visits, family news, sports reports about the Houghville freeball team, and upcoming community events at the hall with plans for a Miss Celia Vint Derg guest and a dance.
An ornate scene unfolds at the Academy of Music commencement with Rex Ingraham delivering a powerful address attended by students, alumni, and Editha daughter of a notable family. The crowd erupts as a glorified finale and praise pour over Ingraham amid a festive, patriotic atmosphere.
Ty Stella Walker from St. Louis writes about choices to ride camels or mules at the World’s Fair, recounting failed transit experiments, intramural railways, gondolas, and other gimmicks. The piece reflects humor and frustration with navigating the fairground and the evolving display of exotic animals and amusements.
A prisoner narrates a brutal saga from Siberia where a man is chained to a fellow inmate. They endure months of backbreaking work, threats of death, and brutal discipline before one man dies and the survivor returns to the United States seeking redress but finds no relief from authorities.
A rambling account from a visitor at the Nevada exposition describes camel and mule rides, a dramatic Ferris wheel ascent, and eccentric performers. The piece notes the desert journey to Death Valley, the curious audience, and a tip to meet the executive commissioner for a chance at a camel ride behind a dignitary, offered with a smile.
The marriage of Thema Tinton Mc Ateavy and Frances May Connell was arranged by love through telephone calls. Miss Connell worked as an operator in Marinette while Mr. Mc Ateavy managed a business in Stevens Point. They carried on their courtship via telecommunication lines.
Fragmented text reports a marriage linked to a long series of calls on a woman, with scattered terms suggesting a courtship and a formal union. The garbled OCR mentions names like Mira Agnes Emery and references to place names and dates, but the exact facts are unclear.
The bride Catherine Carroll of Newark died at City Hospital after a splinter wound. Reports say infection led to tetanus, despite heroic efforts and extensive use of antidotes.
In Dayton on June 1 a baby in William Kubas Sr's arms saved him from death when his Veye-old son fired a revolver. The bullet missed. The youth admitted buying the weapon to kill his parent.
In Marion Indiana a man identified as Leo Colvin, 1,% attempted to remove a bullet from a loaded cartridge. The effort cost him two fingers and a thumb. The accident happened at a local school where a panic arose before Miss Gobony calmed the scene with presence of mind.
The advert promotes Cutlers Roap and Caticura Ointment as cures for scalp and skin issues. It claims relief from crusts and irritation, strengthens roots, and promotes healthy scalp growth. Also touted as purifying and beautifying the skin, aiding in softening whitening and soothing hands, rashes, and irritations.
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