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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1908
Page
7
The essay argues prayer should deepen communion with unseen helpers, not beg for material favors. It warns against idleness, urges self-reliance, exertion, and disciplined living, and prescribes practical self-improvement before seeking divine aid, ending with the maxim Pray much but work more.
Successor to J. D. Pearson advertises cut price medicines and household goods. Colgate toilet water sold at 18c, 39c and 74c. fountain syringes 2 qt. Gardner's Emulsion $1.00 size. Tec and Wc Tac Vac items. Palmer’s Skin Success Soap and Ointment. Pinkham’s Compound. Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets 39c. Scott’s Emulsion 39c. Sanmette available.
A Pittsburg millionaire recounts dining with Sir Thomas Lipton at the Ghezireh palace in Cairo. He describes Lipton's refusal of cigarettes despite being a heavy smoker, and Lipton's odd reply about smoking bacon. The tale mentions Lipton traveling to a tea plantation near Ceylon and a visit by the ex Empress Eugenie.
A young man courting a girl is told by her stern mother to declare his intentions. The young woman interrupts from the stairs and says the man is not the right one.
In a domestic exchange Mrs. Dresser complains about nagging while her husband retorts with a dig about lacking decent shoes. Their playful banter reveals a lighthearted dispute over everyday comforts.
The text argues cooking is a simple skill fit for all household members and mocks the notion that a man’s heart lies through his stomach. It emphasizes that ordinary intelligence can master everyday meals and that wit and companionship matter more than elaborate dinners.
In a whimsical chat between a Manicure Lady and a Head Barber, they recall swell dinners and a wooden wedding. The talk centers on strawberry cocktails that evoke nostalgia, parties, and odd humor about married life and wooden heads.
In a short exchange a character notes a man’s impulsiveness and stammering, suggesting he may intend to propose but loses nerve before speaking, leaving a humorous impression of a hesitant courtship attempt.
In a courtroom exchange the witness cites heredity as the reason for his behavior, saying his father was a judge. The judge admonishes against frivolity while the witness apologizes for his impulse. The moment highlights personal lineage influencing courtroom demeanor.
A Beatrice Fairfax portrait lauds Annette a 16 year old girl to admire for modesty sweetness and family warmth. The feature highlights her blue eyes demure smile and polite manners toward family and elders while noting a quick temper and sincere remorse followed by affectionate home scenes.
A satirical set of observations on marriage dating and gender roles. A bachelor voice mocks engagement excuses, wife duties, and male folly with sharp quips about money manners and social norms. The piece contrasts married and single perspectives with humorous, provocative vignettes.
In a dated critique the writer mocks jokes about the Sweet Girl Graduate and questions the relevance of highlighting studies and achievements. The piece argues that athletic or scholarly glory should not be diminished by tying it to domestic future worth. It contrasts Olympic feats with the Iliad and defends focusing on merit over marital status.
The prophecy advises asking favors seeking work and pushing affairs until 2 p m. A child born on this day should find employment luck and rapid rise yet may enjoy pleasure and company and attract the opposite sex. Those in employ will be fortunate and business prospects look good though caution is advised.
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