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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1899
Page
4
The Sun defends its 11 30 a m press time and rejects noon edition labels amid rival papers future pricing and circulation notes. The piece argues readers should compare editions to see which provides latest news and addresses student conduct and school discipline concerns.
The passage mocks English policy toward the Transvaal and Boers, labels critics as Anglophiles, and laments imperial real estate and Philippines. It notes a theater showing James Lane Allen's The Choir Invisible and hints at a French dramatization about to arrive, reflecting cultural commentary.
General Henry Gray's reminiscences recount a Confederate chaplain who posed as a regimental priest after Mansfeld and the sentinel quip accusing him of being far from headquarters. Other anecdotes include Sir Redvers Buller’s sharp language, Michael Barry’s police magistrate post, and Alban Man’s debunking of a lecturer.
The Sentinel reports changes to rural free delivery routes in Shelby County. Sig Conger of Flat Rock visited the city yesterday as carriers were assigned to new afternoon schedules for ten days.
Amusements note English's hosts two performances including a Parisian farce In paradise and A wife's peril drawing good houses. Park presents Tritz in a madhouse with Emmett and Gilson. Symphony Orchestra advance sales at English's strong with notable soloists Katherine Blood and Hugh McGibeny. Wigh rollers continue at Empire. Mannerchor concert features Thomas Moore poem Paradise and the peril. Principal cast members listed.
Indianapolis enjoys a robust city library praised as a monument to local educational zeal. Librarian Miss Browning and a corps of refined assistants are lauded for service, intelligence, and courtesy to readers and visitors.
A compact collection of editorials and quips notes the high demand for Indiana orators in campaign season. It cites their careful study of political questions and their authority as speakers, contrasting with other states. It also references humorous remarks about Cuban farmers and Sulu chiefs.
In Hot Springs Arkansas Max Meyer is gravely wounded after a Halloween misidentification as a burglar by a patrolman. In Hutchinson Minnesota William Rahn age 17 dies from injuries after a spring gun discharge during a Halloween expedition.
Officers presented an office chair and desk to John H. Holliday, retiring president, on Wednesday. A Cuban relief fund branch formed at Plymouth church with officers elected President Rev. B A Jenkins secretary Frank Flanner treasurer W T Malott. The association plans to buy Cuban land and teach natives farming. Miss Agnes Moore, daughter of late banker Joseph Moore, died after an operation at her sister’s home. Oscar Derndinger, traveling man, died at his home. born in Baden Germany 1865 and survived by widow and daughter Mrs. Guy A. Boyle. Mrs LeGrand H Payne, 35, died at 94 Middle Drive Woodruff Place. burial in Chicago.
Fred M. Cook and Patra Madsen wed at the jail on Wednesday with the prosecutor present. he was freed Thursday but could face action under the 1897 law if he leaves her. In addition three other marriages were performed by justices of the peace in the county clerk's office with partners including Wm. E. Yelton and Della Heflin. Floyd A. Eubank and Essie May Rickman. Osnéy L. Liéurance and Huntington's Bessie M. Fultz.
Complimentary column teases pop up on the fifteenth page with humorous intros and short jests. The snippets showcase wit and stage light moments aimed at readers for a quick smile.
Mrs. M J Alison hosted the After math club on Thursday afternoon. Mrs Charles Behling entertained Wednesday at her Fulloast home. First Presbyterian church women plan a Friday reception. Bishops and clergymen attend Mr and Mrs S E Morss dinner Thursday. Dr Reginald W Garstang and Miss Freida Walk wed Wednesday in Cincinnati. State weddings listed include Brownstown Miss Burrell and Robertson and Richmond matches. Attendees at a Meridian street church reception included Senators Fairbanks and Beveridge and others.
Rear-admiral Schley to visit Atlanta on weekend. Lynching unrest continues at Weir City. Admiral Dewey elected commander of the Naval Order. J. W. Hoot suspected in sending an internal machine to Waterloo. Mt Olive coal mines closed after drivers’ wage stand. Wisconsin women protest looks at men after garment theft. Marcant wireless test succeeds off New York between the battleships New York and Massachusetts.
The rush to pay taxes and Barrett law improvement assessments has begun. Next Monday is the last day for payment and a heavier turnout is expected. taxpayers are urged to settle now to ease county treasurer clerks’ workload and avoid added costs or attorney fees if not paid.
In a humorous riff Taggart Butters is praised as the best in a Wild West setting. The note highlights a playful clash of Western characters, emphasizing frontier wit and rugged charm.
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