President Roosevelt’s Iowa ally named as congressional heavy lifter
The Sun reports Senator J. P. Oliver of Iowa is slated as the president’s representative for upcoming sessions. Once a railroad man favored by Burlington interests, Oliver’s views have shifted over the years, aligning him with leadership duties and heavy drafting work in Congress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Rosevelt
J. P. Oliver
Iowa
Doliver
Enate
Burlington
Owa
Boy in misery cured by two sets of Cuticura remedies
A 12 year old boy suffers eczema spreading over his body with itching burning sores. Described as rough scales cracked inflamed and swollen the case was deemed incurable yet completely cured after two sets of Cuticura remedies.
Cure for Infant Eczema Promises Silk Skin
Michael Stein of 7 Sumner Avenue Brooklyn New York tells how his infant son suffered a severe eczema that spread despite doctors care. After using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent the boy recovered and now has fine smooth skin. April 16 1905.
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Cutiura
Michael Steinan
Sumner Avenue
Brooklyn
Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills Promoted for Various Ailments
An advertisement touts Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills as a pure, economical antiseptic treatment for inflammations, itching, irritations, and displacements. It also claims benefits for sympathetic conditions such as chlorosis hysteria nervous distress and reports worldwide distribution via Potter Drug and Chemical Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potter Drug & Ae Nee Be
Tain Hamers
Shall Woman Propose in the New Era of Equality
Harriet Wood urges women to propose as the path to fast tracking human betterment and economic independence. She cites ancient examples and argues the matriarchal shift will end masculine warpaint as women gain agency. Other speakers discuss monogamy, property, and clubwoman roles in a changing society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maurice Nitke
Margaret Holmes Bates
George Kirkpatrick
Adelaide Belloni
Woman's Club of
Glen Ridge
ASKS FOR KISS GETS A BLOW AT LADY CHANGED NAME
Laporte Indiana man Thomas Bleckson went to the home of Mrs Charles Du Gridge to retrieve clothes. He asked for a kiss and was struck in the jaw with a fist by the woman. She then struck him with a baseball bat end, giving him a bloody nose a black eye and two broken teeth. Bleckson said he would return with police to get his clothes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Thomas Bleckson
Laporte
Ind
Charles du Gridge
A Millionaire Toiler J Ogden Armour
Chicago June 6 Notwithstanding vast wealth J Ogden Armour multimillionaire and head of the beef trust is said to be busier than his 20000 employees. He rises at six, works seven to seven, and uses a million dollars on a summer home. He is a social person at heart though his friends note little time for social life due to business, and he adores his daughter Lolita who sees him less than typical working parents.
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J. Ogden Armour
Chicago
Beef Trust
Armour
Lolita
Indiana Elks open annual convention in Lafayette
Elks of Indiana begin their annual convention in Lafayette with delegates from all lodges. Officers present reports as Indianapolis Elks, along with Elwood Wabash and South Bend, push to host next year’s gathering and a large delegation arrives from Indianapolis to back that bid.
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Lafayette
Ind
Indianapolis
Elwood
Wabash
South Bend
London Smog Sample From St Pauls Cathedral Notes Impure Air
A fragment of solidified smoke was found on St Pauls cathedral and compared to a thimble to illustrate London air pollution. The piece highlights the level of soot in the atmosphere amid widespread agitation against the smoke nuisance in the city.
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St. Paul's Cathedral
London
Seeds Prices at Indianapolis Retail Store
Indianapolis seed prices list per bushel and per pound for various seeds. Tilmothy, red clover, alfalfa, alsike, and grasses show ranges from $1.10 to $9.00 per unit, with prime and fancy grades noted. Rape seed priced at 6 to 10 cents per pound.
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Indianapolis
Kaufmann Murder Trial Captivates Sioux Falls Court
In June 5 circuit court, Mrs. Emma Kaufmann, the Sioux Falls socialite charged with murdering her 16-year-old housemaid Agnes Robreis a year ago, faced a packed courtroom. Hostility seen in Minnehaha county did not recur here. local jurors are being selected as retirement examination continues.
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Frandreau
Emma Kaufmann
Sioux Falls
Agnes Robreis
Minnehaha
Open and extend First Alley Beer to Washington Street
Indianapolis Board of Public Works proposes opening and extending First Alley Beer from the south line of the alley south of New York Street to the north property line of Washington Street. A remonstrance date is set for Monday June 17 1907 with a hearing at 10 am. President Joseph T. Elliott signs the notice.
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Department OF Public Works
Majestic
New York Street
Washington Street
Riley Avenue
Washington and Riley Avenue
Bancroft Street
Board of Public Works of
Joseph T. Elliott
Preston C. Trusler
Fred J. Mack
Board of Public. Works
Be Sure to Get What You Ask For Cascarets Ad
A promotional piece extols Cascarets as fast selling to justify a ten cent box, citing millions of users and years of trust while warning against imitators and counterfeiters. It urges buyers to insist on the genuine Sterling Remedy Company product marked CCC and not sold in bulk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Cascarets
Sterling Remedy Company
Maid Weds Millionaire in Spokane Backdrop
In Spokane on June 6 Mrs. D. C. Corbin, long serving as housekeeper for a multi millionaire husband, married him. Formerly Hilda Larson, daughter of a Swedish farmer, she had entered his employ while his first wife was alive. Sent to Europe four years ago for education, she has now wed on her return from Paris.
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Spokane Wash
D. C. Corbin
Spokane
Market price listing for oats and straw
A historical market snippet shows corn and oats prices with shells and straw values. The entry lists Shelled Oats 46, Sheaf Oats 15.06, Straw 80, and Millet 13.00 to 15.00, reflecting regional commodity quotes.
Ten Words Free Three Days in The Sun
Classified brief announces a three day free trial in The Sun under For Rent Roomy Wanted Help Wanted Situations with minimal details and unclear conditions.
Notice to Contractors for School No 60 Plumbing Bid
Sealed proposals for complete plumbing installation at School No 60 corner of Pennsylvania and Thirty third streets Indianapolis will be received by the Board of School Commissioners at the Business Director's office until 8 p m June 25 1907. Bids require a $500 certified check payable to the City of Indianapolis and a written contract within five days of acceptance with bond. The Board may reject any bid. John E. Cleland Business Director Indianapolis June 4 1907.
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Department OF Public Works
Office of the Board
Majestic
Board of Public Works
Board of School Commissioners
City of
Indianapolis
N. Meridian Street
Pennsylvania
Thirty-third Streets
Foltz & Parker
Board of
School Commissioners
John E. Cleland
Ind
Indianapolis Ordinance Prohibits Tampering With Well Seals
General Ordinance No 23 1907 prohibits removing breaking or destroying any well seal placed by the Department of Public Health and Charities without a signed permit. Violations carry a fine up to 100 dollars and up to 30 days imprisonment. The ordinance takes effect after passage and publication. City Clerk James McNulty certifies the law and dates June 3 1907 to June 5 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Public Health and Charities
Indianapolis
Indiana
Common Council
State of Indiana
Marion County
I. James McNulty
City of
Beal
James M'Nulty
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Geo. T. Evans & Son
Indianapolis, Ind
Teddy
Roosevelt
Harriet Wood
Woman's League
Sun
New York
Harriet Johnston Wood
Professional Woman's League
Euripides
Homer
Mrs. Wood
Boaz
Ruth
Bertha Washburn Howe
Leet
Coop
Wife
His
Elis
Mrs. Kaufmann
Cascaret
Stitutors
Starr Piano Co
Fern Chambers
Ashland Avenue
Geo. Steck & Co. Parlor
Baldwin
Fischer
Pease
Chase
Revie Pee
Richmond
Uprigh
the Starr Piano Co
Pennsylvania Street
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