High Wages and the Trusts in Indianapolis
A Sun page report claims laborers in Indianapolis earn record wages, with contractors noting $1.75 per day. Simultaneously hog prices rise to 7.85 per hundred pounds, signaling meat trusts profit as wages climb. The writer urges destroying trusts to let wages bring real prosperity. The Eye of the World watches King Edward’s illness, with global sympathy and cautious hopes for his recovery amid a stable British government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Sun
Indianapolis
THE
SUN
Meat Trust
Edward
Great Britain
School commencements should honor individual graduates
The piece argues for separate school commencements to properly introduce each pupil to the public, rejecting joint ceremonies as impersonal stage background. It notes the spectator value for union events but says they miss the graduates' individual significance and cites President Roosevelt’s desire to curb handshaking at public gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Township
Roosevelt
Call for Indiana engineering licensure follows fatal traction engine accident
The piece argues for licensing steam engine engineers after a Posey county accident in which three people were killed when a farmer failed to operate a safety valve. The column uses satirical observations on public safety, news quirks, and political notes, including Roosevelt moving from the White House to the Scott mansion and comedic remarks about household repairs.
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Indiana
Posey County
Florence Maybrick Pardons Hope Amid Poison Trial
Report notes public sentiment that Florence Maybrick has suffered enough after the poisoning case against her and that a pardon may be sought or granted.
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Florence Maybrick
Indianapolis Welcomes Christian Endeavor Conventions
Indianapolis should give the coming Christian Endeavor and Epworth League conventions a warm reception. Their good moral influence is expected to be widely felt.
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Indianapolis
Soldiers Bring Therosene Cure To Philippines
Question rises over the so called therocene cure now spreading among troops in the Philippines and whether Standard Oil supports or profits from its use.
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Philippines
Standard Oil Company
What the Papers Say Collection Snippets
Quotations from multiple papers comment on costs and public figures. Mentions include Uncle Sam Panama project priced at 140000.00 and a satirical note on Gen Miles and salary. References to Miss Stone and Mount Pelee, Kansas and Nebraska harvest labor, and a magazine industry headcard remark.
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Miss Stone
Mount Pelee
Washington Post
Miles
St. Louis
Kansas
Nebraska
Boston
Striking Newsbriefs and Civic Satire Snippets
A column of assorted remarks comments on labor strikes food prices and politics with jokes about Grover Cleveland Henri Watterson and a toad stool metaphor. The items riff on public figures and social issues across several towns and papers, reflecting era tone and editorial wit.
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Beer Trust
Henri Watterson
Grover Cleveland
Grover
Henri
Columbia City Post
Hartford City
Anecdotes of Statesmen and Presidents From a Boston Narrative
William Garty recalls a bitter Butler Hoar feud and mocks, then Secretary Hay’s consular tale in a malaria climate. Ex Senator Jonas and Thurman anecdotes follow with jokes about nose blowing and snoozing. President Roosevelt’s pacing provokes a comic stunt as delegates imitate his jumps.
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B. F. Butler
State House
Boston
William Garty
E. Rockwood Hoar
Senator Hoar
Hay
South America
Department
South
B. F. Jonas
Tulare University
Jonas
Washington
Senator Thurman
Thurman
Senator Davis
West Virginia
Mr. Davis
Leslie’s Weekly
Little Shavers And Tiny Tales Of Dignity And Fear
A collection of short, humorous vignettes from children and adults. A little girl asserts she belongs on her own lap after a polite, dignified moment with a young visitor. A three year old predicts indoors to avoid a sunless sky. Dick’s auntie is teased over chocolate mice and rats. Tommy fears a barking dog and questions whether the dog knows it.
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Flossie
the Little Chronicle
Sailor and blouse suits for boys described
The article notes white sailor suits with colored collars remain standard for small lads, with new back yokes on covert coats. Russian blouse styles gain popularity in linen materials with two-piece outfits, offering comfort and minimal layering. Holland Hnens remain favored, and ready made options keep costs low while home sewing offers material upgrades.
Bank stockholders approve capital increase and new issue terms
American National Bank stockholders voted to raise capital stock to 1,000,000 an increase of 650,000 The new stock will be issued at 155 and payable August 1 with five monthly installments of 20 per. Gent. each and 5 per interest from Aug 4 1902 until paid
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American National Bank
The Sketches and Songs of a Singer
A poetic fragment from Edward Singer includes fables on contraction and expansion, a tale of a theater night in Kumopric, and reflections on money, wages, and consumer prices. It weaves humorous sketches with social satire in a dated period voice.
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King Tear
Hamlette
King Lear
Shadow and hat shuffle through a playful verse mix
A quirky collage merges Robert Louis Stevenson lines with a theaterish note about a grotesque hat worn by Dolly. The spoof blends images of a dreamlike shadow and silly fashion, ending with a jab at Dolly wearing the remarkable headpiece.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Amusements at Fairview Park Concert and Fountain Show
Fairview Park hosts a nightly electrical fountain at 8 45 and 9 30 with Ostendorf’s Fairbank band performing at 8 15 The crowd stays steady despite cool weather and the program will be changed Thursday The piece also includes a fashion note from the Philadelphia Record on a sheer grass linen dress and the need for proper underlayers.
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Fairview Park
Fairbank—Ostendorf
Fairview
Ostendorf
Fairbank
Weber
Good Things 10 Eat Good Cookies and Desserts
A recipe roundup describes molasses cookies with two cups molasses and brown sugar, a vanilla flavored cornstarch dessert with whipped eggs, and a cherry shortcake with sweet cherries and a light cake batter. It outlines steps for each dish, including ingredients and baking instructions.
World News Snippets From The Era Of Rail and Trade
Various items note a Baltic Warsaw ship canal plan and rising New York Jewish population estimates. Other reports cite London crematory declines, Africa rail totals, Klondike demographics, Scilly perfume raw material purchases, Alaska coal, pests in Prussia, a 121 grain pearl found by a Prairie du Chien fisherman, Seattle Japan trade growth, and links between emotion and animal insanity. Additional figures cover bank deposits, global commerce growth, snakebite mortality, Bible circulation in Japan, and 1860s grain shipping costs contrasted with later rail rates.
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Prussia
Seattle
Japan
National City Bank of New York
Bank of England
India
Canada
Chicago
New York
Northern Railway
Guatemala
New Orleans
Kitchen Helps for Clean Pots and Pans
Practical tips for kitchen cleaning using common items like brick dust cornmeal and bread to remove odors and grease. Includes a home remedy for scalp eczema with Dean's Ointment advertised at 50 cents.
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Dean
Capital of 15 Cents Ad Sale Mystery
A compact notice hints at a 15 cent capital for a SUN "Wanted Miscellaneous" or "For Sale Miscellaneous" classified ad. The phrasing suggests a cryptic sale or request with a fixed price and playful antique newspaper tone.
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Indianapolis Sun
Ohiost
Tuy Sun
Meriden
Conn
White House
Scott Mansion
Castoria
Jorifattssa Onntna
Sam
Panama
Buffalo Times
Detroit Free Press
Spirit OF the State Press
Coal Trust
Muncie Herald
Courier-Journal
G. Cleveland
Princeton
N. J
Fort Wayne Nova
Washington Stories
Heitfield
Congress
Flaherty
Little Chronicle
Tommy
Lear
Mary
Edward Singer
Dolly
Philadelphia Record
Hood
Baltic Sea
Warsaw
New York City
London
Klondike
United States
Scilly Islands
Alaska
Edward VII
Indianapolis Usiness University
D. Heeb
At & Yard
East Aiste
Jaxon
Iceland
Berlin
Pettis Dry Goods Co
Columbia National Bank
Capital
Wanai
Sianags
Security Trust Company
Ane
Schleicher’s
Aiba Silda
Meridian Street
Physicians and Surgeons
E. M. Wylie
E. Christ
J. J. Kyle
Newton Claypool
West Washington Street
National Furniture CO
Colorado
FLYER
Santa Fe
Kansas City
Pullman Palace
Denver
Harvey
Waseem
Cincinnati
Indiana Hotel Company
New “Claypool” Hotel
the Dental Trust Company
E. Market St
Hoyt Sk Cure
Foo
the Don
Swwwig
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