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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1903
Page
4
The piece argues T. Taggart backs Joe Bell for mayor on the Democratic ticket and that Taggart supporters dominated Friday night’s Denison hotel meeting to choose a city committee chairman. It warns the rank and file face another test of Taggartism as campaigns shape up and predicts political backlash.
The Sun endorses Cass Connaway as a capable police judge candidate if Judge Stubbs moves to juvenile court. Other notes include senate extra sessions, political graft concerns, Antarcite coal pricing, and cultural observations from Japan and Europe along with US market and staffing updates.
The poem from the Atlanta Constitution speaks of enduring memories of a loved one through all seasons, with imagery of violets and stars. It contrasts love with sorrow and life’s fears in a reflective, romantic tone. A second feature describes a novel automatic train stopping device using a double dial to register miles and trigger stations to halt within set limits. It notes usefulness in case of driver carelessness or sleep.
A collection of quotes from public figures and residents commenting on politics, law, society, and daily life in Indianapolis. Remarks touch on governance, education, real estate, transportation, and upcoming elections, with varied opinions from judges, reporters, and citizens.
The Shelbyville Republican notes lingering figures after the state legislature adjourned. It criticizes a lack of progress and comments on political lines, calling the session a fair average at best while highlighting fiscal and political debates around economy and public salaries.
An article extols simple, neat bedrooms with only essential comforts. It praises minimal ornamentation, light draperies, and plain beds, noting the charm of unpretentious rooms as a model for the modern girl. It contrasts cluttered spaces with the quiet elegance of restrained furnishings and personal touches.
A jumble of light verse and snippets from The Fresh Air Fiend and other items includes ribald lines about a wind blown by open windows and coughs from chilly air, plus humorous exchanges and notices about cultural trivia. Edward Singer contributes a short verse amid miscellaneous clippings.
In Lima Dessie Ditzier sues for divorce alleging her husband gave another woman a $2.54 gift while giving her a tin dishpan. The report also notes Lillian Russell Solomon, 11, daughter of Lillian Russell, is in Paris preparing for a stage career and may appear on the professional stage next season. Dr. Julia Holmes Smith praised Irish contributions to America at a Chicago Woman's club session, noting Irish soldiers, statesmen, philanthropists, artists, and actors who served the nation and the blending of American and Irish colonists after the Mayflower landing.
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