Court's knockout blow Interurban terminal loses support
Editorial notes the Supreme Court decision on three cent fares does not end Indianapolis Interurban franchise hopes. It argues city works board delays, criticizes City Attorney Joss, and claims the Journal misrepresented the ruling while contending interurbans may still offer three cent fares. It condemns the board as cowardly and accuses papers of bias in the controversy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pshy
Supreme Court
Indianapolis
Board of Public Works
Charles F. Smith
the Works Board
Joss
Charles Maguire
Board of Works
Smith
Terminal Company
Mr.Maguire
Maguire
Indianapolis Street Railway Company
C. F. Smith
Interurbans
Turbulent Talks Prompt Water Cure Threat in Turkey
In a provocative note, the writer suggests pressing a water cure on the sultan of Turkey if he refuses settlement. The piece frames the idea as a bold but controversial tactic amid diplomatic tensions.
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Turkey
Smoking in London churches sparks moral debate
The Lafayette Courier notes spirits of the state press warn smoking in London churches may spread. It jokes about political fools and mentions newspapers as cooking up recipes from leftovers, with a playful warning about hash in contests from Greencastle.
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London
Lafayette Courier
Indiana
Canneraville Examiner
Greencastle
Path of the Reaper claims Dr Tarkington at Greensburg
Dr Joseph A Tarkington 65 long time Washington DC physician died at the family homestead near Greensburg after a Civil War Union service. Survived by two sons Arthur and Elvin. sisters Martha Stewart and Mrs John H Alexander. brothers John W Tarkington and Simpson Tarkington. Burial in Greensburg. John H Dirks 66 Indianapolis hardware company president died at the Blacherne after a short illness. Widow, six children and two married daughters survive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Asbury Tarkington
Greensburg
Tarkington
Washington, D. C
Indiana
Arthur J. Tarkington
Elvin Y. Tarkington
Martha Stewart
Indianapolis
John H. Alexander
Dr. Tarkington
John 8
R. Tarkington
Simpson Tarkington
California
Greenaburg
John H. Dirks
Indianapolis Hardware Company
Indiana Natural and Illuminating Gal Company
Blacherne
Philadelphia
Charles L. “Wayne
Coos
Odious amusements and a hymn numbers gamble tale
A Flemish resort famed for church and roulette draws tales of a faithful man who bet on hymn No. 27 and won, prompting a church surplus of praise while others fled to gambling. A wine tasting aside explains aroma guiding value, and a New York Pressزو note praises glossy horse shiny hooves. Washington Star reports postal officers noting many unstamped letters with coins arriving at the dead letter office.
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London Times
House of Prayer
House of Play
New York Press
Washington City
Washington Star
Wit and wordplay in a collage of jokes
A mosaic of quips and cartoons from various papers includes jokes about college education, social snobbery, gambling police, golf, animal training, and a rural home address riddle. Dialogues span Yonkers Statesman, Puck, Life, Chicago Record-Herald, Detroit Free Press, Washington Star, Town Topics, Smart Set, and Springfield Republican.
Moore Charged With Stealing Law Books From State Library
Frank T. Moore, 25, of North Delaware Street, is charged with stealing law books from the State Library. He was taken to the police station for processing.
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Frank T. Moore
N. Deélawarest
State Library
The Sketches and Songs of a Singer at the Park
The Holden comedy company stages a varied program featuring poems and songs including A Carpet-Beating Reverie and Sure Death. The bill notes the singer’s river side dream and a lamb tale, with burlesques and a strong theatrical lineup at the Park next week.
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The
Holden Comedy Company
Adrift in Matrimonial Ads and Self-Made Blame
A humorous exchange recounts a precocious child declaring promotion via advertising. The tale recalls a matrimonial paper reference and a pianola mishap as guests depart, while comments on self-made men praise taking the blame in Christian spirit.
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Mar
Papa
Mamma
Jinks
Jenks
Edward Singer
The College Girl Joke and Other Verse Snippets
A collection of brief humorous verses from The Washington Times and others. Poems poke at college life and domestic arts, including a playful satire on a student girl and cooking, a violet in verse, and a gentle reminder to part in kindness amid affection and memories.
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Washington Times
Beaucaire and Fiddle-dee-dee Shine at Local Theaters
Richard Mansfield in Beaucaire headlines Amusements English's program with 8 15 showings while Grand Vaudeville runs 2 16 and 8 15. Park presents Fiddle-dee-dee at 2 and 8. Empire features Al Reeves acts with two daily showings. The Grand notes strong crowds in last week, with four more performances Friday and Saturday.
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Richard Mansfield
PARK
Empire
Ali Reeves
al. Reeves
Tips for the Housewife from Household Hints
Practical housekeeping tips cite kerosene to brighten tin kettles and soften boots, cool water and soda for grease on fabrics, brick dust for agateware, and easy fish scaling with boiled water. It suggests a roofed piazza corner with a box seat, rugs and cushions, curtains, and windproof screens of cotton duck or bamboo for style and protection.
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Ladies’ Home Journal
Spring fashion notes emphasize embroidered handkerchiefs and sunburst tucks
The piece highlights embroidered handkerchiefs for many uses from trimmings to night robes, and outlines spring styles including eyelet embroideries, tucked sunburst skirts, hip and sleeve motifs, long house gowns, and new hat trends. It notes color trends toward light brillliant tones and suggests chenille, straw, and burnt straw fabrics, with ecru shades prevailing and a caution about yellowish face tint.
Good Things and Odd Salads and Butter Cakes
A historical cooking entry details an odd celery and walnut salad with cold crisp celery and mayonnaise dressing. It also describes butter cakes baked on a gridiron, farina pudding, and a sweet berry shortcake with butter sugar eggs and layered cake tins.
Fragmented musings on gender roles in society
A collection of aphoristic lines on mercy, vanity, and romance. The piece muses on ego, disguise, diplomacy, consolation, and the power of soft words from women. It references an aging wife and young husband, shy socialites, and the art of declining while keeping friendship.
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Argus-eved
Post Office Reports Strong April Business
April business at the post office exceeded $52,000. If the pace continues, the office may reach the $600,000 annual class.
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