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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1906
Page
5
The article details various pin cushion designs revived for practical use. It favors long narrow cushions for portability, suggests covers with lace inserts, and notes sachet fillers like violet or sandalwood. It also describes combination cushions with handkerchief canes and circular cushions divided into sections for decorative yet functional pin storage.
The Erie Railroad last week took delivery of 75 locomotives including 44 large Pacific type engines and 50 Baldwin Consolidation type units. The Pacifics are now in service on passenger runs from Jersey City to Buffalo Chicago Cincinnati and Cleveland as well as the Cleveland Pittsburgh line. The Baldwin engines will enter fast frequent service from Bergen New Jersey. The additions strengthen the Erie’s motive power and capacity to handle heavy trains, marking a peak in its five year history.
The Givendam Gazette and Highdevil Hammer duel in sharp banter over years. A new editor derides the rival as effeminate and unmanly, prompting the Hammer editor to travel to Givendam to confront him. At the Gazette, the editor’s daughter reveals Jim Ferguson’s connection.
A long promotional piece extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for motherhood related ailments. It cites testimonials from women including Miss Emma Petty and Minncola Connell, praising relief from leucorrhea pain headaches and fatigue. The text also touts Unicorn root Helonias and endorses a medical book for couples.
In London a Field family trio arrives as Marshall Field III, his sister Gwendolen, and brother Henry prepare to travel Europe. Historic Field fortune flows from Marshall Field’s 1905 marriage, his son’s 1905 death, and a January death in New York leaving the estate to grandchildren.
An old article notes cooking onions cabbage and strong vegetables creates odors in city apartments with long vestibule layouts. It recommends draining onions then rinsing with fresh water to cut odor. A tip suggests adding washing soda to burnt contents and reheating to dissolve burnt particles. Also advises cooling fruit by pouring hot water briefly to ease peeling and warns against using galvanized iron lemon squeezers due to a chemical reaction.
A column advises brides to acknowledge gifts within 21 hours of receipt, preferably in the bride's handwriting. It discusses using notes from a family member if needed, suggests referencing the gift, and mentions keeping a gift log. Display of gifts is a matter of taste, with jewelry or money seen as most suitable for the bride.
Poem fragment reflecting on kindness and cruelty across years. Questions about impact of words on others and the lasting weight of memory. The speaker warns that deeds and speech return to the doer, shaping fate and heartache.
A stunning festival coat in Trish crochet features a cutaway design with white bands on shoulder straps and belt. Fat mother of pearl buttons adorn the gown, paired with a pale blue taffeta lining and a hat in pink white and blue.
Prediction notes a doubtful day on March 2, 156. A friend’s anniversary arrives and warns to avoid offence and quarrels. Those employed may face risk of love. A child born this day is described as thoughtful, clever, persevering, and likely to flee in life.
The Indianapolis Telephones company asks for a final rate decision to be announced by the Public Works board next Friday afternoon. It is believed the board will rule against the company and in favor of the Heart of Public Works, shaping the heating request outcome.
Mrs Eva M Keith a famed Brockton beauty testifies in a divorce suit against husband Ziba Keith a Brockton mayoral figure saying she found him in a hotel with another woman. She describes her marriage dating from 1887 and details alleged indifference and a hotel confrontation including a locked door and sounds of laughter and liquor.
Brand Wdgy Free and Accepted Masons met at 10 o clock Tuesday to decide the fate of their damaged building. A new structure will rise on another site while this session of the grand lodge will also elect officers and hear committee reports. Grand master Alf rea W Einstey is presiding in Evanaylle Indiana.
The message mentions John D and a pelted gentleman with a J in 7h, suggesting multiple errors in the report. It implies ongoing issues with accuracy and labeling of names and events rather than a single mistake.
The article traces wedding ring origins from ancient Hebrew betrothal practices to medieval Europe and beyond. It notes the symbolism of the ring, shifts in wear from various fingers, and cultural views including Quakers and Puritans. It mentions early ring forms from Normandy and evolving customs across ages.
A noisy collage from a 19th century page mixes eccentric humor, local quips, and dubious schemes. It mentions a South Bend boy facing bigamy charges, jokes about trains and canals, and stray notes on fashion, a canal dream, and a dubious investment pitch, all set in a rambling, aged newspaper voice.
Special to The Jam New York May 2 Barnlets Olver of Bum Francisco travels with wife and eight children. They left the United States wealthy and abroad for two years. On return they seek news of losses from the San Francisco earthquake and fire. Oliver is 83 and once a leading real estate dealer. He plans to return with his family to his home at 180 Golden Gate Avenue if still standing. The family names are Kate Nora Ivan Jeanna Selen Adelaide Bartlett Jf and John.
The advertisement touts Old Dr. Cascaret as a pocket cure for heartburn indigestion and constipation. It claims the tonic strengthens bowel muscles, prevents habit, and offers health insurance in a small enamel box sold for ten cents. It warns against gripe or drug habit and urges readers to buy only Sterling Remedy Company tablets stamped EEL TO OUR FRIENDS.
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