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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1909

Page

7

Willis S. Thompson notice in The Indianapolis Sun

Public notice appears in The Indianapolis Sun listing Willis S. Thompson with publication details. The notice notes daily publication except Sundays and provides address and advertising representation information.

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What Should Be a Man's Object in Life

A reflective essay argues against pursuing wealth or power as life aims. It champions serving others and doing good as the true measure of worth, citing Columbus, Galileo, Wilberforce, Shakespeare, and others who advanced humanity. It urges acts of kindness, ethical conduct, and communal support as lasting fulfillment.

Carlyle Niagara Columbus Michael Angelo Wilberforce Shakespere Galileo Fulton Watts Hargreaves Wait Earth

Unobtrusive Worker and Neighborhood Bruisings

A dialogue scene shows a sly worker saying he would not take jobs from his own men while an applicant suggests minimal effort. Bystanders note the exchange. Mrs Uppish and Mrs Pepprey clash over moving plans, with Mrs Uppish declaring they will live in a better neighborhood and Mrs Pepprey insisting they will stay.

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Foreigner Clarifies Hearsay As He Concludes Tale

A distinguished foreigner wraps up his story with a remark on trees being a matter of heard said. He refers to hearsay and notes a prior message he was told some time ago.

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Indianapolis to Start Vocational Schools in City System

Indianapolis plans two factory style vocational schools in its public system with possible expansion to three. The program mirrors Rochester’s model, aiming to give seventh and eighth graders hands on training in trades such as woodworking and mechanical drawing. Supt. Kendall envisions girls’ vocational options and individualized schooling to fit each pupil’s aptitude for practical, humane outcomes.

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Notable Local Figures Face Public Roles and Busines

Judge Wood calls rail commissioner duties the most exacting work with no mistakes allowed. Ben Turpen resumes the hotel business at Chirpool. David Wallace seeks public satisfaction, Harry Miesse eyes the statehouse, Col W W Huffman keeps to his fancy vests, Charles R Williams hunts decisive splits, Gid Thompson enjoys soldier-talk, George Tapy gains respect for clear speech.

Ben Turpen The Chirpool Agena

Prodigal Son Advice on Reform and Consequences

A reader asks how to handle life after reform. the columnist argues nature imposes consequences for prodigality and advises honesty in job applications. He suggests steady effort will eventually yield a fair chance, while the forgiving father cannot erase past faults.

Electric servantless villa in France amazes readers

The Troyes villa of M. Georgia Knapp uses electricity for almost every task from dining to cooking to washing up. An electric kitchen and automatic dining table deliver meals with no human servants, while gates and beds operate by electric lifts, creating an enchanted home like a modern Arabian Nights vision.

Troyes Franca M. Georgia Knap Feria Electra Villa Thesa M. Knapp

Parrot purchase tale echoes in May Bohem satire

In the May Bohem, a humorous tale recounts a stammering buyer who visits a fancy store to buy a talking parrot. The exchange with the bird's owner turns comic as threats and talk of a neck wringing punctuate the anecdote.

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Association of American Advertisers New York City Omar Knocko Piffle Humbug T. £. Powers Bill Borhood Randon George W. Stout Wood Railre David Wallace Harry Miesse Col W. W. Huffman Charles R. Williams Gid Thompson George Tapy Winifred Black Prodigal Son Prodigal M. Knap
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