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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1902
Page
4
The piece argues that small fines do not deter gamblers and that only large fines and workhouse sentences can end gambling. It cites a notorious city gambler willing to pay 40 dollars weekly to avoid raids and compares police court penalties, noting Judge Alford’s 200 dollar fine as a historical example that halted policy games.
Bryan and Tom Johnson discuss national issues in Chicago including Cuba and potential presidential nominators. The Cleveland mayor hints at Johnsing as a possible candidate yet calls such talk manufactured by papers. Edward Insley launches Partizan a monthly in Indianapolis on political reforms. Great singing event in Morristown marks 60 years of the old Missouri class.
The Indianapolis baseball club prepares for more home games, urging fans to support the team and cheer loudly. The article notes a shift in public mood with international news about the Boer War and hints at another major conflict looming for Britain.
Cassville correspondent reports a sensational tale of snakes raining down in the town. The sourcing appears dubious as the author hints at intoxication affecting the dispatch.
A report describes a Wisconsin volcano that ejects red hot stones up to 65 miles away and keeps them hot until the following morning, an extraordinary natural event noted for its dramatic display and persistence.
Fragmentary notes from the Des Moines and Milwaukee papers suggest ongoing spouting by Pelee and Bryan with Alfonso’s congratulations delayed in Palma and crop‑related garbling amidst the confusion.
A collection of short quotes from Indiana newspapers notes Senator Beveridge’s comfort in church and senate, praise for Indiana writers in Indianapolis, a 17 year old and 15 year old obtaining a marriage license, Fred Landis’s congressional prospects, and critical takes on trusts and labor amid the coal strike.
City notes report the thirteenth annual convention of the Indiana union of literary clubs to be held in Valparaiso on Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday. Additional items list officers for the South-side republican club and the Dietz oil gas and mining company, plus a piano college recital at Baldwin's music store led by the Mozart club. Family reunion attendees include several Victors and Mayor Altheimer, with law school commencement exercises set for Wednesday night at the Grand Opera House where Noble C. Butler will address the graduates. Addison Harris is noted for presenting.
The article surveys summer fabrics and styles led by foulard and grass-lawn, noting the fabrics’ softness, plisse lace insertions, and two to three color weaves. It highlights styling details such as pale blue foulard accents, velvet ribbons, and baroque pearl hat pins, with mentions of etamine voile and taffeta bathing suits and French dot linen frocks.
The revival of yoke embroidery influences Norfolk waist fashion with Bulgarian colors on coarse linens. Designers highlight neck cuff and belt bands using contrasting or harmonizing threads, featuring scalloped collars and buttonhole stitch on art linen. Some bands are white on white, others hemstitched in white or color.
In this Philadelphia item a speaker clings to a steadfast lover who sees beauty beyond age. She asserts years cannot dull their bond, praising a four year patient gallantry and a heart loyal to the beloved. She defies aging with the line that love endures while she remains cherished.
The poem from the Buffalo Evening Times reflects on youth and love, contrasting material generosity with keeping the heart guarded. It narrates a one-and-twenty voice heeding a wise man’s warning about heartache and the value of emotions.
A tame version of Sapho was staged by the Holden company at the Amusements Park with Bernice Howard as Fanny Sea grand. Advance seat sales for Indiana authors readings at English’s will now start Wednesday morning to aid the Harrison monument fund, with two programs Friday and Saturday featuring Riley Majors McCutcheon Catherwood Ade and Wallace Booth among readers.
A quirky rough-edged comic slice shows a singer’s sketches and songs with a quirky dialogue about love and daily life. Characters include a girl, her mother and George amid light humor and social quips.
The Sage of Hawville cautions that emulating a model young woman may not be best for everyone as he notes she could be an artist's model. Edward Singer provides the remark highlighting caution and artistry.
The piece highlights a new barre clasp with a pearl trim and rhinestone birds, notes skirts relying on repeats with three side pleats and cut-out embroidered backs, and describes restrained use of cloth of gold. It praises white satin-finish foulard shirt waists with blue dotted figures and strap effects in tailored details.
Instructions for making hot chocolate adapted as a cool summer drink, including chocolate syrup, vanilla, cream, and carbonated water. Also a fruit punch style beverage with sugar, citrus rinds, fruit pieces, and wine liqueur. Addresses serving methods and chilling.
An old advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for any catarrh case not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney & Co. It cites testimonials from West Truax and other Toledo druggists and promotes internal use with blood and mucous surface effects.
Mrs J Q Van Winkle and Miss Van Winkle are in Martinsville. Irene Taggart entertained for Miss Olcutt of Muncie. Mr and Mrs James Mitchell of St Joseph Mo visiting Mrs E Donlon. Invitations sent for a June 3 reception on Broadway. Miss Vida Goldstein of Melbourne visiting Mrs C L Wade. Wade attended the Washington suffrage conference last February.
A local building at the corner of Washington Street and Virginia Avenue is reported to be near completion, with Saturday afternoon work sessions likely to finish key exterior tasks. Neighbors and merchants anticipate the opening of the new offices by late weekend.
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