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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1909
Page
9
Marvin Hart is a 2 to 1 favorite over Tony Ross in New Orleans tonight. The bout could define Hart's place among heavyweights, with Hart confident he will win inside ten rounds while Ross smiles.
In the absence of the spokesman Mr. Makinbrakes reluctantly presents remarks to Miss Higham. He awkwardly describes the duty and conveys best wishes from those who contributed to the token, then hands her a gold watch and chain.
A continued page lists Moore victory names and detailed ward precinct results across Second to Eighth Wards with numerous precincts and electors. The roll includes numerous voters such as Fred H. Dfinghut Walter Clark John Lewis W. G. McGuire A P Bowen and Carey L. Smith along with other candidates and precinct leaders.
The document lists names by ward and precinct, including Fourth Ward with many officials from First to Sixteenth positions, and Fifteenth Ward with multiple precincts and officers. It enumerates A Privett, J C Scott, James Byrne, Noble Chadwell, and several others across precincts and wards.
Detroit Driving club reveals shifts for the Grand Circuit opening week July 26 to 30. The Chamber of Commerce pace prize rises to 5000 for 2 15 class, Wolverine handicap added at 5000, with purses and percentage payouts tied to pace times. Merchants and Manufacturers stake stays at 10000 for 2 24 trotters and a renewed 3000 event for 2 11 trotters.
A column discusses why women struggle to find employment, citing examples of Mrs. Bradley and Mrs. Bell. It argues society punishes past mistakes, favors reputations, and treats women differently based on perceived honesty and behavior. The piece contrasts two capable sisters, showing how personal conduct and public perception affect job prospects.
A humorous 19th century note by March Lippincott's recounts young Thomas explaining a severe \"rain\" in his stomach while the rest of him feels fine. The playful quote highlights early medical humor and parental concern in a domestic vignette.
Joshua K. Speer, once a Sentinel writer and contributor to other papers, died Wednesday in Bloomington, Illinois. He previously worked as a forestry inspector in Wisconsin after leaving Indianapolis thirteen years ago.
Dr. R V Pierce of Buffalo announces a bold move by listing every ingredient in his medicines. The disclosure emphasizes no alcohol narcotics or minerals, using native medicinal roots and citing Indian usage for remedies like Favorite Prescription as part of a long valued tradition.
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