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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1909
Page
2
Ohio penitentiary officials believe Harvey Idhusah, a life convict, is hiding in a sewer beneath the prison after escaping guards last Friday. A rope ladder was found in a bolthouse, suggesting escape plans. He was seen and shot at last night but vanished again as search continues.
Detroit won 6 to 3 to stretch Mullin's streak to seven straight victories. Plank was knocked out in one inning and Vickers left the game in the sixth as yesterday's contest remained in doubt until the finish.
Purdue star catcher R. W. Rosenbaum, after starring for three years, signs a contract with the Lafayette team in the Northern Indiana Baseball league.
A new skin remedy Posium, praised for antiseptic healing after shaving, claims quick relief from abrasions, pimples, and itching. Sold for fifty cents, with outlets H. J. Huder, Weber Drug Co., and Emergency Laboratories offering free trials from 32 West 25th Street, New York City.
The Lasell club met at the Claypool hotel electing officers led by President Miss Gertrude Taggart and Vice President Mrs Alfred Butterworth. Members included Misses Taggart Ketcham Love Thompson Mueller and Mrs E Clayton Varen among others. A tea shower honored Miss Lilius Bryant and Mrs Juliet Strauss entertained. Edwin Logsdon and family move to a Broad Ripple cottage. Amelia Lester and daughter Fidelia depart for Chicago where Fidelia will wed Lemmon Swain. Nelle Shea and Thomas Wishmire wed with reception at Brenneke's hall. A shower for Ruth Ransburg and William Cowley Place slated for June. Grace Holt honored at a Greenville social.
New York May 21 Sixty five thousand workers at Standard Oil halted all work during the funeral service for Henry H Rogers held at the Church of the Messiah Madison Avenue and Thirty four Street The two hour rite stopped the company business and cables carried the suspension notice to distant harbors refineries and oil wells across the globe reflecting the Standard Oil empire enduring impact.
In Constantinople on May 21 Abdul Hamid the deposed sultan finally signed over his remaining fortune to the new government. He yields about 5.5 million dollars deposited in foreign banks, despite prior delays and subterfuge to block transfer of wealth.
George W. Stout lauds The Blue Mouse as an instant success with Mabél Barrison delivering a natural vivid performance as the Mouse. The play blends sharp humor with human frailty, and a strong supporting cast including Lillian Hall and Albert Gran fuels rapid, stylish action across three acts at the Majestic theater.
Guide emphasizes providing the right foods to support growing children and maintain focus in school. Recommends balanced meals including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and dairy, with regular meal times and hydration to sustain energy and concentration through the school day.
An advertisement extols Grape-Nuts as a cereal made from wheat and barley rich in nourishment. It claims the product provides phosphates and other elements the body needs to rebuild brain and nerve tissue, urging parents to supply this easy source for an active child’s waste.
Postum Cereal Co Limited of Battle Creek Michigan USA is noted in the document. The entry lists the company name and location in a corporate record or notice format. No additional details accompany the line.
The piece details Saks and Co and other stores showcasing summer wear and window displays. It highlights jewelry arrangements in gold and gun metal, tiger brand tugs in electric lighting, summer sporting goods for tennis and baseball, Panama hats and rough straw for men, boys vacation wear, Rink's Cloak and Suit House windows, and lingerie gowns as bridal and graduation dreams.
Store windows feature a hand carved cocoanut trunk from 1847 Philippine timber. Morrison highlights travel aids from valises to whisky flasks while Indiana Bird Store tempts children with dancing mice and angora kittens. It notes pet demand ranging from tortoises to white rats and pig tailed monkeys.
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