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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1892
Page
3
A nostalgic poem excerpt recounts the song Kathleen Mavourneen and its emotional pull. James Whitcomb Riley’s lines evoke memory, longing, and artistic inspiration as the speaker laments fading youth and seeks revival.
Bill Fox of Texas and Hans Jacobs clash in Judge Love’s police court over an alleged drunken incident. Jacobs testifies of gunfire and insults, Fox denies wrongdoing, and the judge suspends proceedings for 24 hours while reviewing the case.
The New York Evening World lists several actors with substantial fortunes. Oliver Byron is valued at 150000 dollars, Joseph Murphy at 450000, Stuart Robson around 200090, Edwin Booth about 300600, and Maggie Mitchell near a quarter of a million. Roland Reed earned 150000 in six years, Ned Harrigan could receive 40000 yearly, Evans Hoey total 390009 from Parlor Match, Clara Morris and Fanny Davenport each about 200000, Neil Burgess a quarter million and growing, Jefferson over a quarter million, and Billy Crane roughly Robson’s level while courting Wall Street risks.
A Freeport Indiana girl pretends to be a rabbit and evades anyone near her. The piece notes that spring fashion includes trailing dresses and mocks such outfits. It mentions funeral customs in Brazil where people uncover heads as a sign of respect and contrasts with local fashion trends and social life.
A Parisian paper recounts a boastful tale from three Marseille artists in which each exaggerates a stunt. One painted a pine board to imitate marble and claimed it sank in water, another hung a thermometer on a Arctic view and claimed the mercury dropped to 20 below zero, the third boasted his lifelike portrait of the marquis Camargne must be shaved thrice weekly.
A fragmentary humor column weaves scenes of a small boy observing political trickery as his mother gerrymanders a pie, with ironic exchanges about marriage and daily life. The dialogue touches on flirtation, parental authority, and the buoyant absurdity of a bustling town.
A satirical note from a student to Miss Newham, famed dancer with the Misa Helvett company, mocks a love letter received during a Harvard scene. The correspondent Algie vows patience while the cockney performer dismisses the missive with disdain, calling it horrid.
Instructions urge washing ostrich feathers in tepid soft water with castile soap, lifting by stems and stripping through fingers, rinsing in clean warm water, drying by a gentle heat, and brushing with a warm soap suds brush. Dry thoroughly, then curl with a penknife to restore plumy softness after full drying.
A night of disasters and shocks spans several states. Chinese high binders fought. two killed. Bank of Pueblo failed with only 1800 on hand after deposits of 300000. Temple area flood claims three lives and leaves an infant unharmed. A five ton casting crushed Thomas Duffey at Cincinnati water works. Missouri, Arkansas, and Louisiana suffer multi million flood costs. gas prices rise in Cleveland. Political intrigue follows Quay ally arrest. a Chicago merchant faced a bizarre assault plan by a jilted lover.
Archbishop Ireland leaves Rome for St Paul while a Austrian train wreck leaves many dead or injured. British coal miners yield in strike. Berkenberg mine fire claim turns out inflated. Fashion shifts from Rose bowls to tall glasses and delicate Limoge and Dresden ware at $20. Garments feature high necklines, light muslin, and handsewn seams.
A historic note praises infant nourishment and condensed milk brands like Eagle Brand, urging reliance on proper diet. It also advertises reduced rail fares to Minneapolis for the Republican National Convention, with excursion tickets June 2–6 and return validity to June. Sloan's Emulsion Cod Liver Oil Hypophosphites is recommended as a health tonic.
A health note warns exposure during the late rains may trigger rheumatism, citing Gen. Logan as an example and advising Reid's German Cough and Kidney Cure as a safe remedy for colds and related illnesses. The ad promises no overdose risk and urges purchase at any dealer.
A Indianapolis detective agency advertises services for bankers merchants and the public, offering confidential investigations across the United States Canada and England. It cites references including Albert Hall W B Henderson Sheriff Langenhbert and Auditor Taggart to attest competency and integrity.
The Town of Brightwood Board of Trustees adopts a declaratory resolution to grade and gravel Wavarly street and adjacent sidewalks from Bloyd avenue to Brinkman or Sutherland street. Assessments will be levied per lineal front foot with portions charged to the town. ten annual installments may defer payment and bonds may be issued. Property owners along the line must appear June 11, 1892, at town hall to object if any.
Notice from Brightwood Indiana Town Clerk announcing a new alley upgrade between Station and Brightwood streets from Glen Drive to Willow Street. Grading and graveling to be funded by lineal front foot assessments with ten equal installments. bonds may be issued unless owners prepay. Public hearing set for June 18 at 7 30 PM with owner attendance required.
The act bans any person from connecting or reconnecting gas mains or service pipes or altering valves or mixers without a written permit from the gas supplier. Violations carry a fine of five to one hundred dollars upon conviction.
The June market list shows a wide range of provisions and staples with varied pricing. Smoked meats, hams, bacon, sausages, canned vegetables, fruits, and fresh produce are itemized with specific brands, weights, and per pound or per case costs. Livestock, dairy, and miscellaneous goods include lard, butter, cheese, eggs, flour, oils, and chemicals, reflecting a bustling wholesale and retail price sheet.
For employment seekers and readers of classifieds, the second page of the Times Union lists help notices. It highlights job opportunities, applications, and local hiring calls with company names and roles.
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