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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1904
Page
4
A controversial feature argues a prince found guilty of murder grew from a childhood of animal abuse and cruelty. The piece asserts early acts of harming creatures predict later brutality, urging readers to monitor signs in children to prevent murder.
A political column argues Democrats should avoid binding Indiana delegates to any single candidate at the national convention. It warns that forcing delegates to back Parker could backfire if circumstances change and Hearst remains a threat. The piece suggests free hands may prevent a doomed fight and protect Indiana from national ridicule.
The county council approved about 675000 for four new bridges over the White River, reversing earlier opposition by minority members who favored cheaper structures. The move aims to deliver first-rate bridges, with commissioners tasked to ensure value matches the funds. The rest of the note touches on various political topics and a Mabel McKinley production.
A fragmentary column presents satirical sketches about Maud Muller and a judge, plus boisterous banter about schemes and country life. It references EDWARD BINGER and a Jersey City priest, noting a poison case with a priest and doctor missteps and a woman recovering after whisky.
Discusses corn variety selection by composition and feeding value. Emphasizes protein content and fat percentage affect value beyond yield. Notes weight differences alter feeding value and critiques judging varieties by appearance or promise rather than performance.
The article argues corn judging should focus on yield and nutrient content per acre rather than ear beauty. It critiques score cards that favor fancy points, urging assessment by crop-producing power and chemical composition, and notes the influence of climate on variety type. It cautions against degenerating into ornamental judging.
The article defines soiling as growing green forage for feeding in yards and stables, not in pastures. It argues soiling is practicable and economical, especially for small farms, enabling even six acres to support cows with forage plus dry or silo feeds. It cites rye, oats, barley, sweet corn, and sorghum as seasonal feeding crops, notes land improvement from manure and double cropping, and acknowledges some bought bran or meal, with preference growing green crops to supplement pasture.
In a drawing room scene Nell sings a love ballad to charm Tom’s stern uncle who controls his wealth. The performance softens the old man, triggers a warm confession, and he blesses their union after recalling a painful past, urging Nell to bring Tom back to him.
An ad copy extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as a unique blood purifier and tonic that purports to purify all humors and cure eruptions while boosting overall strength. It claims superior results at low cost and cites a testimonial of restored eyesight and improved health after multiple bottles.
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