Enduring Image of Animal Cruelty in Indianapolis Streets
A lengthy critique of Indianapolis animal cruelty exposes overworked underfed horses used by delivery firms coal yards and hackmen. It urges stronger patrols humane officers and prosecutions to curb abuse and cites Mayor Bookwalter for action while noting Indiana’s humane laws and the city’s inadequate enforcement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapoliss
Middle West
Indianapolis
Indiana
Bookwalter
Indiana militia camp praised as most successful ever held
The state militia broke camp Monday and sent the young men home. The recently closed encampment was the most successful ever held in Indiana with excellent discipline and a high moral tone. Gen. McKee and officers deserve credit for the evident improvements and earnest effort to be good soldiers reflecting pride on the state. Indiana has reason to be proud of her citizen soldiery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
McKee
Editorials by Other Fellows One of a Series of Catastrophes
Elder Arthur Ww. Bartlett of the Central Ave Church writes in response to a Sun statement on the Mart1nique eruption. He cites Daniel 12 and Luke 21 to frame disasters as foretold signs of the end times and urges Christians to seek full repentance and shelter in Christ as calamities mount. He argues Satan prompts global distress with God permitting it due to humanity’s disrespect toward the gospel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Pierre
Martinique
Michael
Christ
Jesus
Earth
Satan
Arthur
Ww. Bartlett
Central-ave
D.A. Church
Union Traction Faces City Over Discrimination Claims
The Union Traction company is accused of discriminatory practices affecting Indianapolis in freight and related matters. The city demands acknowledgment that contracts carry obligations and warns against dodging or quibbling, stating that such methods will not be tolerated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Traction
Indianapolis
Mayor Bookwalter Opposes Gas Meter Legislation
The piece argues Bookwalter, as mayoral candidate, pledged to oppose mandatory gas meters. It accuses the Board of Works of stalling on the franchise matter to sway public opinion. It links rising coal prices to the strike, claiming the public is being exploited by a premature price hike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bookwalter
Board of Works
Fall Creek Boulevard Plan Aimed at MeRidian Twenty-Seventh
The proposed Fall Creek Boulevard would start at Meridian and Twenty seventh streets if secured, noting absence of streetcar tracks in that area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fall Creek Boulevard
Meridian
Twenty-seventh-sts
Veal Rolls and Timba Les: Historic Cookery Guide
Instructions describe veal rolls with a seasoned butter mixture, simmered in stock, then browned in butter with a white sauce. Chicken timbales use leftover chicken, mushrooms, eggs, cream, and a baked timbale in water bath, served with white sauce. Also features stuffed and braised mutton, and veal and ham pie with a potato crust and savory stock.
Kelly Appeals Over Exemption From Judgment
Matthew Kelly, a Washington Indiana man, has appealed to the supreme court from a Greene county court decision denying exemption from execution on a $9,195 judgment Davis, ex-banker, recovered for money lost to Kelly in gambling. It is claimed that Davis gambled money not his own and owes Kelly and Dillard $10,000 each. It is alleged that Davis won that amount at roulette and craps from Kelly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matthew Kelly
Washington, Ind
Richard C. Davis
Kelly
Supreme Court
Greene County Court
Davis
Dillard
Politician Dick Croker Retires From Politics
A collection of jailhouse and era quotes notes Dick Croker’s retirement from politics as the public ponders future governance. The chatter contrasts Croker with local figures, lampoons real estate trades, and references Hetty Green’s caution in wealth hunts amid rising coal prices and strike tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dick Croker
Croker
Richmond Telegram
Muncie
Muncle Star
Hetty Green
Shelbyville
The Chieftain's Reparation in Sketched Verse
A narrative poem unfolds a bandit chief seeking reparation after killing a rival. A firing squad scene reveals the culprit is the chieftain himself, masked and unmasked to reveal the truth. The poem ends with a quip recalling Shakespeare and a woman's taunting dalliance with fashion.
Typographical Correction In Col Ames Ad Purchase
The Podunk Times corrects a prior report saying Col Ames bought a picture for 500 dollars. The correct price was 50 dollars. The correction appears in deference to the colonel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Podunk Times
Col. Ames
Girl Agrees to Marriage After Fatherly Glance
In a terse exchange, the girl consents to marriage after asking to consult her father. The suitor claims he has seen her father once on the street but downgrades the importance of parental looks, saying the girl is not responsible for her parent's appearance.
Stream Reflections Inspire Lovers In Shade
A romantic exchange unfolds beside a stream as a couple rests in a shady spot. She exclaims beauty while he agrees noting a twin reflection of her face in the water. The moment captures quiet affection and intimate observation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward
Singer
What the Papers Say on War, Coal, and Politics
A compilation shows varied newspaper quips from Detroit Evening News Cleveland Plain Dealer and Philadelphia items. The comments touch Cuban aid to annexation sentiment coal supply concerns Boer peace prospects Morro Castle flag disputes and beef injunction delays plus Haiti’s revolutionary party calling for Congress resignations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit Evening News
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Philadelphia
Beveridge
Morro Castle
Havana
Des Moines Daily News
Beef Trust
Kopeka State Journal
Republic of
Haiti
Congress
Philadelphia Record
Smiles and courtships in old press quotes
A collage of humorous quotes about love, marriage, and manners from multiple papers. Bits on cigars going out, falling in love, wedlock, American brides seeking titles, and a tiny jab at modern mobility. Ends with a pun about a Glasgow legacy and a cook.
Fashion Tips Highlight Delicate Summer Couture Trends
The article outlines novel cream lace gowns with inset bands, taffeta accents, and white muslin medallions, plus long silk lace gloves in gray cream white and black. It notes white silk waists with red stitching, a red trimmed sailor hat, and dominating pure white gowns for summer. Pearly hat ornaments and pearl crowns appear in millinery, with new challies and decorative veils. The piece also mentions Turkey turban rumors and cool open mesh gloves in black and white.
Novelty dresses with blue plaid and coral linen styles
The article notes dress novelty using two linens, one plaid and one plain. It describes blue plaid or sprigged patterns with cream flounces, collars, and turned cuffs showing lawn beneath, plus coral schemes with pink embellishments. Embroidery on white or creamy collars contrasts or matches the gown tone, and a creamy white linen dress with matching collar cuffs and belt is praised as cool and pretty.
Modish Black Silk Wraps Show Dust and Wrinkles
The moire cloaks, especially heavy moire velour, are noted as fashionable yet prone to dust accumulation and harboring microbes. Daintier atfeta wrinkles more from resting, while coats vary from small plaited blouses to long circular flounced garments.
Plaited Plaited Black Attire Featured In Skirt Suit Styles
A description of black cloth or silk outfits paired with black and white check skirts. Many skirts use tiny checks with some broken plaids. The favored model includes a knee plaited kilt and cream lace blouses with vests and large undersleeves beneath a jacket with flowing plaited sleeves.
Tassels Vanish From Fashion In Quiet Trend
Tassels once common on many models now fade from view as women abandon the accessory. The once bold detail is described as harmlessly obsolete, with wearers avoiding attention or overstatement in current style.
Window Shade Commentary Points to Seasonal Home Comforts
The brief note highlights how seasonal change drives home improvement needs, emphasizing practical choices like window shades to manage light, temperature, and privacy as the year turns. It underscores the link between weather and interior design decisions.
Hall's Catarrh Cure advertisement promise
One hundred dollar reward offer for catarrh cure. testimonial list from local druggists and business figures affirms F J Cheney Co. reliability. notes internal medicine works on blood and mucous membranes. price per bottle. endorsements included.
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Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
O. We
F. J. Cheney
Weer & Tavax
Wisieeais Droggiets
Roledi x Warpria
Kixman & Marvin
Olesale da
Immigration promotes settlement in Texas and nearby areas
The text highlights Texas and nearby regions offering opportunities for settlers through rice growing, truck farming, and diversified farming in South Texas and southwest Louisiana. It notes rice cultivation adding about $20,000,000 to regional wealth and points to abundant land suitable for farming and home ownership at accessible prices. The excerpt emphasizes strong promotional tone and expanding prosperity for new settlers.
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Texas
Louisiana
Bend Two
New Embroidered Shade Promises Durability and Easy Laundering
A description of a recently imported embroidered shade praises its durability and attractive finish. The edge treatment is claimed to strengthen the shade and allow it to roll smoothly, while similarly laundering as easily as a garment.
Care of Rings Warns Against Glove Use
The Detroit Tribune cautions that wearing many rings with gloves causes friction that loosens settings and can lead to lost stones. Have rings inspected yearly by a jeweler, especially if worn under gloves, to prevent losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit Tribune
Useful Household Tips From an Old Text
Practical guidance on preserving stockings using warm bran water and gentle squeezing, cleaning and renewing matting with milk wash, air drying in shade, and steps to refresh canned vegetables by brief outdoor airing to restore oxygen and flavor.
Path of the Reaper Claiming Two Local Deaths
Mrs. Wilbur Schmalholz aged 23 died Monday night after a lengthy illness at her parents home 100 Bellefontaine street Leach. Thomas Ferriter four died early Tuesday at the county poor farm after admission from City hospital in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilbur Schmalholz
E. R. Leach
Bellefontaine-st
Thomas Ferriter
Indiana Christian Endeavorers Plan Biggest State Convention
Delegations of Indiana C E societies met at Seventh Presbyterian Church to arrange the annual convention in Indianapolis on June 26 to 29. Impromptu meetings are planned on street corners and in street cars with additional meetings likely in the jail workhouse and courthouse basement. Reports indicate this will be the largest gathering in Indiana C E history.
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Christian Endeavorers of
Indiana
Indianapolis
Court House
C. E. Societies of
Seventh Presbyterian Church
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Pittsburg
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the Central Trust Company Bond Department
Indianapolis and Eastern Traction Company
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Tee Laycock Manufacturing Company
J.T. Polk Company
Indianapolis Five Lauication ‘Company
H. P. Wasson & Co
East Market Street
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Kahn
West
Washington Street
National Furniture CO
No. Delas
Indiana Trust Co
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