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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1894
Page
2
The Sun announces post office entry as second class matter and home delivery options. Rates include outside city subscriptions at 800 yearly, 150 semiannual, and 25 monthly in advance. Business office contacts and agent opportunities noted.
A fragmented column mocks Democratic leaders and public figures in Indiana, lampoons political maneuvering, and critiques social mores. It mentions Captain Gowdy, Nicholl the spitter, Madeline Pollard, Col. Breckinridge, and Mary Yellin Lease, interwoven with humor about prunes, gas, and civil service exams, ending with a local business signature.
Col. Breckinridge described illicit relations with Misa Pollard, drawing sharp rebukes from both men and women who criticized his remarks as improper.
Newspaper clippings harshly critique Coxeys army and a Bland seigniorage bill while predicting political fallout. They mock Democratic free coinage plans, praise Coxey recruits in rough terms, and note Congressman Conn’s recalled pledge to not seek re election amid looming fall elections.
An advertisement extols Pe-ru-na as an effective remedy for catarrhal dyspepsia with symptoms such as coated tongue stomach pain belching and irregular bowels promising prompt relief and potential permanent cures. It claims the medicine cleanses inflamed mucus surfaces and adds that small initial dilutions aid severe cases. It also markets two Family Physician booklets and offers free samples at 44 Virginia Avenue.
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