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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1903
Page
4
A letter questions Methodist ministers for passively resolving about Sunday law breaches in Indianapolis without providing specific evidence. It urges ministers to supply definite names and locations of saloon and gambling violations to police, arguing vague accusations prove nothing and activists must act rather than merely speak.
Noel joined the council investigation into the Board of Works but the resolution limited the inquiry to that body. He believed he would overhaul Indianapolis, yet the council had no authority beyond the Board. The News propelled Noel to fame, and he followed, landing where many follow the glare of publicity.
The Sun moans over tactics used by News management as Judge Whallon becomes the latest target of an alleged character assassin. Officials deem the post office probe progressing, while rhetoric attacks politicians and breweries fill the public debate. Local mayor J B Pierponnet has led Wheaton for 21 years. Thomas Nolan, 67, arrested in Chicago for street begging, once served with Queen Victoria's guards.
A clipped, lyrical set of lines and brief dialogue fragments portray weather imagery and casual conversation. A railway exchange notes delays with a wry tone. The piece ends with a quoted insult and a brief signature, Edward Singer.
A Chicago Tribune account describes oxen used on Texas mountain roads being shod with iron plates. The process involves ropes, stakes, and peril as handlers pin the hoof to a rail, lift the leg, and fit plates. The ordeal leaves the animal dazed for days but not fatally harmed.
A collage of quips from various papers with snippets on politics education and humor. Noted lines reference Hanna and Foraker and a patch metaphor. Then travel fares from Indiana to Michigan City and other routes with dates and price ranges.
Professor Arthur Goodspeed of the University of Pennsylvania reports experiments showing photographs taken from rays emitted by a human hand. He claims rays of light are emitted by every person and that animals like cats or mice can see this light in the dark, though humans cannot perceive it.
A Corn er for the Women reviews bead weaving with miniature Apache style looms and color chains, then lists graduation gifts including imitation pearl fans, gold-button sets, desk items, watch charm, and belt clasps. It notes new travel cases, secret-drawer desks, and romantic curios in furniture, alongside fashion trends with white gowns, tan accessories, and ostrich plumes.
A committee issues a circular to gauge support for summer vacation schools across the city. The plan aims to keep children off streets and teach industrial trades and nature studies. Respondents are asked if they favor the schools, how many children they would send, and what annual contribution they could provide.
A Parisian clothes dealer allegedly kicked a dog from his shop. The startled dog knocked over a woman who spilled milk, tipping an elderly gentleman, while a cyclist collided with the toppled figures and a cart smashed the bicycle. The magistrate moves against the dealer.
A leisure hour column recounts Booker T. Washington using a pig story to illustrate a point about slavery’s introduction to the American colonies. An old colored man sells the same pig twice to different white buyers, sparking a dispute resolved by Uncle Zeke’s humorous question.
The Swirl of Society reports Miss Mabel Osborne of Frankfort selting friends in the city. Guests Mr and Mrs Harry New plan return from Turtle Ike about June 20. An ice cream social Tuesday night at 717 N Vermont Ave. D M Parry to move to residence near the Country club early next week. Mrs George Brown and Mr Haines back from Annapolis where they attended naval commencement. Migstris Wynn hosted at Yickeon with MM Irvine of Winning as guest of Mina Eleanor Letmcke. Mrs Frederick Shepard of Woodrut Place to entertain Wednesday for Mrs Maurice Cook of Plainfield NJ. For Mrs William Moore of New York and Mrs YW Wilkinson of Bibsey, Mrs Jud Hilsabeck of 2001 Alvord G entertained at dinner Monday. Mrs Charles WV Fairbanks who attended Princeton commencement will return via Washington. Her daughter Adelaide Fairbanks will return with her.
Mrs. Valentine Niberger reports years of back and kidney discomfort with little relief until using Dean's Kidney Pills from Henry J. Huder's drug store. She notes improvement for herself and her son and urges readers to try the remedy sold by all dealers for 50 cents.
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