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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1902
Page
4
President Megrew argues the Board of Works is not yet ready to announce its decision on the interurban franchise. He implies the Indianapolis street railway company holds back action, criticizes public servants, and notes the city’s discontent with delays affecting public works.
Park-supt Power arranges Sunday afternoon band concerts in parks. Ministers urged to denounce as mercenary and desecration while praising the benefit for Eleanor hospital. Public entertainment to aid charity. critics cite trusts and political quotes amid broad commentary from Rochester and Terre Haute papers.
A fragment from the Salem Democrat mentions a fellow with albeart on the right side and references a boarding cop. The outlook is described as good news for California amid scattered phrases. The passage lacks coherent context or identifiable events.
Path of the Reaper G M Matson father of Senator F E Matson dies near Duncan's Falls Ohio after a brief illness. Funeral is Sunday as Senator Matson and wife leave Friday night to attend. Also Mrs Matilda E Caldwell dies at 2080 Highland place of consumption. Survived by husband daughter Ada B E Miller and son E J Caldwell. Funeral Sunday at 2:30 pm from the house, Crown Hill interment. Mrs Keziah Duvall funeral at Winchester. born in Indianapolis, lived here 70 years, moved to Winchester six years ago. Casey A Rodney 50 local Vandalia railroad freight agent dies at home in Irvington after long illness. survived by widow and six daughters.
Mrs Thomas R Ruckley hosted a snow ball luncheon for Mrs Albert Baldwin Jr in New Orleans. Mrs Robert Hawkins plans a card party for the Chapel Club next Wednesday afternoon. Mrs John Dye gave a luncheon for Mrs Ernest Garrison and others. The Girls charity club plans a play The bachelors reverie at Parish house May 21. Alumnae of Girls classical school held a large Propylasum reception with over 300 invitations. Mr and Mrs Charles Roemler return from their wedding journey and stay with Mrs Roemler's parents for a few days. They will move into apartments at the Lexington.
A compilation of Indianapolis opinions with quotes from W H Hart G H Brown and others. Topics range from real estate and journalism to bridges saloons and local attitudes toward minorities and public projects. Notable voices include Mayor Bockwalter civic groups and various residents commenting on everyday urban life.
A collage of brief humor and quotes from newspapers includes a Georgia candidate soliciting votes in a car, a woman challenging male rights rhetoric, Uncle Eben defending bashfulness, a medical student and visitor skeletons secret, and advice to the poor paired with worries about travel costs and European ship prices.
A fragmented poem describes an arbutus blossom in April. The speaker notes the bloom hidden under leaves and its delicate pink glow like snow urns. It contrasts harsh winds with a evergreen beloved that endures storms and frost with grace.
A poetic excerpt contrasts to be mournful loss with spring revival. It rails against time, cherishes remembered loved ones, and celebrates new beauty through vivid imagery of willows, birch, April light, and hopeful streets. It also includes a lover’s reflection on youth, memory, and the enduring magic in eyes and voice.
A school pupil reads classic works Dato on Immortality then advances to university life inside walls where Latin and Greek shape thought. On return home he reads airy novelettes and recalls a book agent past as a joking remark about lectures and a rose metaphor.
The Park Holden comedy company presents Camille at 2 and 8.15 on Saturday with final chances to see the production. May Irwin performed Friday night at English’s, while The Widow Jones is not as strong a vehicle as prior works. The star carries most of the show, delivering familiar songs and practical quips, supported by a capable company.
One hundred dollars reward for any case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F J Cheney & Co, Toledo, claim honesty and financial ability. Local druggists Wass er & Tavax, Kleinman & Manvix, Hall's Catarrh Cure taken internally, price 75 cents per bottle, testimonials free, Hall's Family Pills recommended.
At a club meeting Mrs. Smithers voices desire for more independence. Mr. Smithers asks for suggestions and the resolution proposes hiring all members as girls and cooks.
A sheriff confronts a cheerful murderer who retorts that the warden deemed his fate too lenient. The exchange frames a murder case and the authorities current stance on punishment. The dialogue reflects tensions between law enforcement and a condemned suspect.
A family dinner turns tense as Willie recalls promised lobsters that never arrive while guests Mr Braneleth and Champleigh eat sparingly. The poem reflects on a ruler of men, rain, locusts, floods, and fate, ending with Edward Singer’s reflective lines about the stars and human folly.
Suede hand coverings gain prominence as summer approaches while lace mitts fade. The costume den in a gown dominates this year, with jacket and skirt suits fallen out of favor. Chiffon veils with spaced self-colored dots emerge as the current veil trend.
The city council safety panel decided not to back Crall's ordinance prohibiting driving faster than a walk at downtown street intersections, aiming to curb crossing hazards and improve pedestrian safety.
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