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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1902
Page
9
In Brazil Indiana the Republican convention will choose a nominee Friday night amid a competitive three-way fight. W W Moore leads conservative support with S E Couch, Holliday backed by younger locals. 26 delegates from each ward will cast ballots by lot.
Indiana’s Lake Country, a black soil belt near Hall, Morgan and surrounding towns, calls for an interurban or railroad link to widen markets. Farmers urge a Mooresville to Hall extension, arguing it would reach Martinsville and Indianapolis, unlock peach orchards and pasture lands, and reduce current out-of-town trade.
The piece argues rapid modern life harms women’s health and promotes Pyramid Pile Cure as a relief for hemorrhoids. It touts regular movement, criticizes salves, and features a Chicago testimonial claiming cure after doctors offered surgery.
Virginia Cicero, a five year old known as the youngest passer of counterfeit coins, has been entertained by authorities while secret service agents search her home. Her father Phillippo Cicero is held on counterfeiting charges as investigators seek the source of the coins Virginia exchanged for genuine currency.
Chief Humphries of the Pittsburg fire department proposes placing church fire alarms near engine houses to alert firefighters during services. A buzzer will be installed at Eighth Street Reformed Church to notify the congregation when a call comes in, with plans to extend to nearby churches. In Hanover, Rev. Jacob Kurtz withdraws slander suit against Rev. Jacob Aldinger due to church rules restricting lawsuits among members.
The funeral of Charles Borm of Egg Harbor City followed his wish to have the coffin lid removed so the sun would shine on his face on the way to the cemetery. The service drew many Freie Gemeinde members from Philadelphia and reflected Borm’s noted eccentricities and his mirror- door chicken-house farm nearby.
Gen Nelson A Miles argues the proposed army reorganization bill would disrupt and corrupt the service, earning opposition from President Roosevelt and Secretary of War Root. He claims the reform will undermine military discipline and effectiveness in Congress.
Endorsements for Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets claim quick relief from acid dyspepsia and related stomach issues. Testimonies from A Ellms and Chas. F. Buzzell, plus Mrs Jas Barton of Toronto, note improved digestion and overall health after using the product. Doctors and pharmacists reportedly recommend the tablets for both adults and children.
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