Willis S Thompson Makes Daily Indianapolis Sun Debut
The Indianapolis Sun announces Willis S Thompson as a key figure in its daily publication. The paper details its address at the Sun building on Ohio street and lists foreign advertising reps in New York Chicago and St Louis. The Association of American Advertisers certifies its circulation.
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Public control urged to curb costly utility duplication
The editorial warns that duplicative telephone, gas, heating and power systems in Indianapolis saddle residents with a $450,000 yearly burden. It critiques lack of public regulation and cites a dubious investment prospectus showing inflated net earnings. It calls for city control and just rates before July decision opportunities pass.
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Laborer Rights Also Editor Indianapolis Sun
Letter writer praises the Indianapolis Sun for supporting common people while noting a dirt shovelers wage of $1.50 per day. He argues workers in low paid trades deserve fair treatment and questions why teachers' demands are welcomed while laborers face replacement.
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Taken Up at Random by George W Stout
The attorney general limits school boards from legally borrowing to cover shortfalls in nine month terms. Indianapolis may issue bonds, but other cities must live within tax levies. The piece praises prudent budgeting, warns against deficit borrowing, and urges strong businesslike supervisors on school and library boards to guard revenues and avoid misused funds.
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R. J. Aley
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Alibi, a Sailor Laughs at a Court Riddle
A magistrate questions Hompion Harry about a 2 am alleged robbery. He claims an alibi by saying his wife will witness him minding the baby, then insists he is an air ship sailor and jokes about the word vain. The crowd presses for the punchline as he laments that the letter V is missing.
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Sunday Baseball Advocates Open Air Recreation
A column argues for legalizing Sunday baseball across states including Indiana and New Jersey. It praises outdoor recreation over puritan restrictions, noting fans, clergy, and public figures support open air play without interfering with faith. baseball seen as healthful pastime that complements worship and boosts well being.
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Over the Hills and Far Away by William Ernest Henley
Poem invites the reader to answer a distant call beyond familiar sights. It contrasts city siege with a roaming summons to follow a dream toward unchanging meadows and distant shores. The speaker urges departure from fading hopes to a lasting, redemptive journey beyond darkness.
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William Ernest Henley
Nipped in the Bud Tea Tariff Talk in 19th Century Scene
A woman questions a grocer about an eight cent per pound tea tariff while a bystander notes the duty will be spread across many buyers. The exchange contrasts tea with buttermilk as a recommended savings strategy amid a 15 cent per gallon buttermilk tax.
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