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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1910

Page

8

Woman's longing and a childlike fable in one tale

A distraught woman clings to a fading romance as a man withdraws, while interwoven verses by Nell Brinkley explore class, privilege, and the tug of family and fantasy. The piece juxtaposes intimate heartbreak with a fairy tale about Gingham Apron and a pauper boy versus a prince, narrated in Brinkley’s symbolic, period voice.

Gingham-apron Santa Claus Prince Nell Brinkley

Caesar and Belinda in a Rubicon of Romance

A fragmented pastiche traces Julius Caesar and Belinda through dramatic Rubicon imagery. It pairs Caesar’s bold crosses with a melodramatic tale of secret longing, affection, and peril in a Victorian era tone.

Matrimony as a Profession for Women by Dorothy Dix

Dorothy Dix reports on ROVESSOR WOODBRIDGE RILEY at a church congress proposing matrimony as a career for women. She argues marriage is a partnership of brains and effort, with success dependent on preparation, intelligence, and discipline, citing contrasts between skilled professionals and failing wives.

Dorothy Dix Rovessor Woodbridge Riley Vassar College Bailey Riley Newcastle

Disposition That Was Entirely Too Hopeful

The tale follows Obey from Hebron whose hopeful nature leads him to a cycle of disappointment. He yearns for easier fortunes such as work, a circus entry, or lottery gains, but misfortune follows, ending with crime, prison, and death. His family and a chorus of onlookers reflect on hope, fate, and Missouri manners.

Civic Club Hebron Washington Hancock Rafe Hancock Allus Kep Allus Lopin Bud Orr Bud Loosgauner Lott'ry Sam Skinner Thad Benson Benson Obey Eben Baxter

Tact Is Better Than Beauty in a New York Parade Scene

A lively observer describes a tiny girl and her tall companion at a station, noting the girl’s tact and sympathy. The piece extols listening, kindness, and avoiding ridicule, arguing tact surpasses beauty in forming lasting impressions and relationships.

Florist Drops a Five for Chrysanthemum Peace Offer

A well dressed man, evidently intoxicated, buys a dozen chrysanthemums at a florist and asks for a domestic peace offering. He mumbles about chrysanthemums then asks for pinks as he hesitates at the door before leaving.

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