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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 17, 1902

Page

4

The Primary Election System Debate and Irish Faith Verses

A lengthy treatise argues the primary election system is broadly sound but poorly applied in Marion county and Ohio. It urges law amendments for secrecy and county control, then shifts to poems praising Irish faith, hope, and charity, presenting a period-tone blend of political critique and verse.

Ohio Marion County New York Democrats Empire Gov. Hill Ring—Ring Dcath Morningstar

Marion county Republicans name judicial and legislative nominees

The Marion county Republicans selected Oliver P. Ensley for county treasurer and William E. Davis for clerk. Robert Metzger was nominated for sheriff, Cy Clark for auditor, Lew Shank for recorder, and other justices were considered. The ticket reflects mixed ring influence with room for improvement, urging Democrats to note the result.

Marion County Oliver P. Ensley William E. Davis Robert Metzger Ring Metzger Cy Clark Lew Shank Recorder

Nominated but not elected Ruckelshaus for county prosecutor

The Sun reports John Ruckelshaus became the ring candidate for county prosecutor with ease as opposition candidates stayed in the field. The ring allegedly used outrageous methods to nominate him. Though nominated he is not yet elected, and Democrats might win with a clean candidate.

John Ruckelshaus Ring the Sun The Ruckelshaus

Governor Durbin Returns With Ducks Solve Political Standoff

Governor Durbin came back from a mysterious trip with ducks to ease the political situation. The return appears to steady tensions and restore balance amid ongoing discussions and disagreements.

Gov. Durbin

Indianapolis clears near two million jump signals growth

Business at the Indianapolis clearinghouse last week surpassed the prior year by nearly 2,000,000 dollars, underscoring steady progress for the city. The report highlights stronger economic activity and continued momentum in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis

Barrett Law Becomes Unrecognizable After Court Whacks

A critic notes that as courts strike at the Bar rett law its form may become so altered that even ex Senator Barrett would scarcely recognize it. The remark frames a contentious legal debate over the law and its implications for Barrett.

Barrett

Elliotts Claim No Ring But A Machine

Chairman Charlie Elliott states there is no ring yet a machine exists. In the near term Elliott is expected to explain the difference between two rival notions and clarify the distinction between tweedle dum and tweedledee.

Charlie Elliott Mr. Elliott

Grafters Shifted View on Primaries to Find Paying Candidates

Initially the grafters denounced the primaries then altered their stance. They later identified candidates they described as ones who would cough up money, signaling a pivot toward accommodating paymaster-backed choices.

Democrats Target Ruckels Haus Challenge

The report suggests Democrats could defeat Ruckels Haus if they mount a serious effort. It notes political maneuvering and potential voter alignment. Further details on candidates and districts are not provided in the excerpt.

Paderewski and Kubelik Trade Barbs in Music World

Paderewski is mad at Kubelik and Kubelik is mad at Paderewski. The quarrel highlights the uneasy friendliness among great musicians, a dynamic described as frightful in its intensity and unpredictability.

Paderewski Kubelik Kubetik

Rule of ruin and theft echo in political letters

A collage of editorial quips from several papers attacks political policy and crime. Notable lines lampoon the rule of ruin, punishments fitting crimes, reactions to land schemes, and comments on Mark Hanna. The clippings reflect partisan tone and opinions from multiple newspapers.

TOR WOMAN S EYE Materials of Light Colors

Textile notes describe a shift to light colors in summer corsets and accessories. Mohair fabrics, white brocade ground designs, batiste in plain and figured forms, and richer materials with white grounds and colored broche figures appear. Chiffon linings enhance laces. ribbons and trims add detail. hats feature red geraniums and poppy accents with broad straw options.

Batiste

Gibson top coat and spring fashion trends described

A fashion notice highlights the Gibson top coat with broad shoulders and pleats, predicts the wide sole trend and Colonial tie by summer’s end, notes growing white wear, embroidered Swiss and nainsook shirt waists, new elbow tucked sleeve, zig zag and puff braids as trims, and bright sapphire blues with washable peau de soie gaining popularity.

Household Hints and Craft Tips From a Busy Era

A varied page offers practical advice from pillow ticks made of unbleached muslin to refresh pillows. It suggests a white slate framed in gold as a helpful daily planning tool. Also explains using sulphite of lime to stop cider fermentation and describes a three panel folding desk pad for portable writing space.

Moire Bands Emphasize Colored Cloth Gowns

The article discusses trimming a black or colored cloth gown with moire bands. It notes that black moire is common but not required, with chocolate brown moire relieving ecro etamine and pongee. Velvet and velvet ribbon provide relief for pongee and tussore silks, and bands of dark brown, green, or black moire silk are now preferred.

Fragmented Papers Spark Political Jokes And Labor Tensions

A collage of quotes from papers critiques on Gen Funston and Nellie Cropsey, plus notes on a pending Boston strike potentially involving about 100000 workers and a quip about Gov Odell traveling to California to recuperate from hard duties.

Boston Buffalo News Odell California Buffalo Times

Laces Take Center Stage In This Season's Fashion

The era favors Irish crochet and filet laces in insertions edgings appliques and allovers. Pure white laces contrast with cream cafe au lait and burnt cream options. Applique ornamentation reaches a peak with lace guipure cloth and velvet combinations. Mr Carnegie handled 40 library applications in one day and expected to approve nearly all. There is notable business even in giving away money.

Carnegie Terre Haute Express

Cleaning Kid Gloves with Milk and Soap Hint

A home remedy suggests cleaning kid gloves with milk and white soap. Slightly moisten flannel with milk, rub the soap, and carefully wipe all parts of the glove, turning the flannel to avoid reusing soiled fabric. Professional cleaning remains superior for best results.

Household Hints On Polishing and Care Of Home Metals

To prevent irons sticking rub them on a knife board for smoothness. Wash white china occasionally with a touch of blue to keep its color. Tarnished gold and silver cleanse quickly by rubbing with thick blotting paper. Put a lump of sugar in metal teapots before storing to prevent damp musty flavor. Dusted brass brightens with lemon and ammonia wash to remove discolorations.

Shirtwaist suit ushers summer wardrobe trend

The garment described is a shirtwaist suit meant for summer wear. It is crafted from pongee india silk and madras, highlighting a lightweight, versatile option for a well supplied wardrobe.

Pongee India Madras

Hood's Sarsaparilla Cures Scrofula Across Ages

The advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a permanent cure for scrofula and related ailments. It credits Silas Vernooy of Wawarsing New York for a daughter's case where six bottles cured facial sores and prevented recurrence, urging readers to ask their druggist and avoid substitutes.

Hood Silas Vernooy Wawarsing N. Y Sarsaparilla

The Sketches and Songs of a Singer in Greenburg

A rural tale. Jim Wert, mocked by locals for love, is the subject of a town vote on romance. A note in the paper hints Jim is “dead in love” with a wealthy Benton girl, but the town’s ballot shows no marriage due to lack of a suitable match. Jim wins the section contest, yet no wedding follows.

Greenburg Jim Wert Jim Benton

A Stranger to Mamie Narrates a Lutheran Gala

A passerby mentions General Synod as Germans in America plan an entertainment in his honor next summer. Ma mie and papa react with curiosity as the papers reference the event.

Mamie General Synod Papa

Mournful candidates ride again to glory’s weeded path

A cryptic verse fragment laments bankrupt candidates who ride fiery steeds toward glory only to stumble back into the weeds, hinting at failed campaigns and elusive victory in a somber, reflective mood.

Comedian Quips on Mile. Fayette Refusal at Theater

The comedian notes Mile. Fayette refuses to perform. A manager asks what trouble, and she cites shocking costumes worn by some women in the boxes. She argues it is nearly impossible for a respectable actress to appear in the theater.

Fayette

Dramatic Right Draws Mixed Reactions Says Strong

Edward Singer recalls a last night performance where Author Scribbler Strong proclaimed dramatic authority while onlookers viewed the delivery as flawed. The brief clash of opinions centers on interpretation of a staged moment.

Scribbler Strong Edward Singer

Dr Wood Norway Pine Syrup Promoted for Coughs

An advertisement urges every family to stock a household medicine chest with Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup as nature's remedy for coughs and colds.

Dr. Wood

Little Shavers Jokes From Woodstock and Augusta

A collection of light anecdotes from a Woodstock child and classmates. Humor centers on a Red Sea question about drying, a runaway horse with only its tail, grammar polite ordering, and a hydrant freezing water supply affecting milk delivery.

Delicate Slippers For July Baby Wear In Pink Or Blue

Baby footwear evolves as short coated infants lose the ability to stand yet require stockings. New dainty slippers in pink white or sky blue pique fasten with a strap and button. Critics urge roomy shoe openings and watchful button placement while ad suggesting Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for pain relief.

For Sale Mis Cellaneous Ad in The Sun

The Sun announces a small classified for sale ads offering a ten word notice priced at 15 cents planned for publication over three days.

the Sun

Zizzaro the wild animal tamer meets his match

In Tit-Bits a humorous clash unfolds as Bumpus and McSmith argue over Zizzaro's marriage to a "new woman" while a rich lawyer dismisses large fees and a guard hurries a young lady onto a departing train amid playful banter.

Bumpus Zizzaro McSmith

Winds Without Asking My Lady’s Kiss

A lyric exchange in a garden as the speaker declares rivals are the winds bold enough to take a kiss. He embraces his lady, claiming fortune equal to the winds from all directions, echoing A M Harvey in Pearson's.

A. M. Harvey Pearson's

Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets advertised

An advertisement claims Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets cleanse the stomach improve appetite and make you feel like a new man. The sugar coated tablets are easy to take and said to be pleasant in effect. Sold by druggists.

Chamberlain's By. An. Druggists

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