Public Contracts for Indianapolis Street Railway Interurbans
Editors urge that all contracts between the Indianapolis street railway and interurban lines be placed on file with city offices. Public disclosure would prevent secret deals, ensure city oversight, and reveal receipts and expenditures.
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Indianapolis ‘Street Railway Company
Indianapolis
Indianapolis Street Railway Company
Board of Works and Common Council
Board of Works
A Disgrace At Home In Marion County
Comment condemns Kentucky court methods while noting Marion County grand jury failures to indict and a criminal court release. warns of local domination by public office holders who control officials, urging acknowledgment of local disgrace alongside statewide faults.
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Kentucky
Marion County
Supreme Court
Judge Alford Advises Grand Jurors On Enforcing All Laws
Judge Alford of criminal court told the grand jurors to uphold every law without prejudice. He said anyone unable to assist in enforcing all laws should resign immediately to avoid seeds of anarchy.
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Alford
Criminal Court
Grand Jury
Petit Jury
Judge Brownlee proposes high lawyer fee to curb divorces
Kokomo judge recommends fixing a $100 minimum legal fee to discourage divorces, arguing many suits may end if plaintiffs must wait to earn such an amount. Roosevelt seeks a young Indiana federal judge and backs no specific party reward for service. Indiana names Quincy A. Myers as a strong candidate. Durbin criticizes Kentucky interference in senatorial matters.
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Brownlee
Kokomo
Indiana
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Quincy A. Myers
Logansport
Governor Durbin and Kentucky Courts Clash Commentary
Gov Durbin defends backing the courts but appears to favor distinguishing Kentucky courts. Prosecuting attorney Ruckelshaus, up for re election, is described as jovial yet unable to persuade grand juries that saloons violate the law.
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Atty. Ruckelshaus
St Louis Eyes Transport of Ckjaw Antitoxin to Washington
Report notes St Louis urgency to ship a supply of ckjaw antitoxin to Washington. The message records a formal oath and request for federal handling.
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St. Louis
Washington
National Flower Debate Over Carnation Embarrasses Nebraska Senator
Senator Diehl of Nebraska pledges to introduce a bill making the carnation the national flower citing McKinley’s favorite. The piece argues the country already has a national emblem in the wild golden red daisy, noting carnations are delicate and costly and not suited as a national symbol.
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Diehl
Nebraska
McKinley
Warden Offers Job Swap Ahead of Nov. 15 Scaffold
Warden Reid of the Michigan City prison would trade places with any Indiana citizen for November 15 the day Keith is to ascend the scaffold.
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Reid
Michigan City
Indiana
Keith
Quotes Reflect Political Echoes From Major Papers
A collection of editorial quips contrasts Tammany influence in New York with civic expectations. It notes platforms shifting with events, lauds Roosevelt, and comments on urban morality comparing New York Philadelphia and Chicago amid municipal campaigns.
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Roosevelt
Grand Rapids Press
New York
Philadelphia
Chicago
Babylon
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Righting a Past Grievance Through Roosevelt’s Reception
The Philadelphia Record notes that supporters of Col. Russell B. Harrison expect his welcome by President Roosevelt to signal a forthcoming correction of the alleged mistreatment by Adjutant-General Corbin. They see this as a step toward justice for the late President Harrison’s son.
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Russell B. Harrison
Corbin
Roosevelt
Harrison
Philadelphia Record
Waistline Tucks with Flattering Fullness in Soft Materials
The waist of many tucks shows fullness at the waist with flat stitched bands alternating with the tucks. Old-rose veiling stitched in white with touches of deep old rose at throat wrists belt and outlining the bands stripes the bodice from neck to waist. Small silver or white buttons add grace to the garment.
Violent Croup Attack Cured by Remedy Claims
Elder John W. Rogers of Filley Missouri cites a winter case where his infant recovered from violent croup after using Chamberlain's Crush Remedy. He says the medicine prevents attacks if given at first symptoms, contains no opium, and is safe for babies to adults.
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John W. Rogers
Filley
Chamberlain
Sketches and Songs of a Singer From Puckerville
A fragmentary piece mentions cows in clover and an evening scene. Mr Blufftoush recalls a wedding gift from a Rockefeller neighbor, noting to omit initials in the article. The text includes stray lines about Tuesday penalties and a death, quoting a song in a rustic tone.
Minister Urges Deeds Over Words In Moral Test
The minister declares that judgment comes from deeds not words, citing the saying by their fruits you shall know them. An Italian banana peddler rises, mutters, and shakes his fist as he leaves the room.
Suspicious Auto Ride Bluff Claimed by Poker Losses
A conversation recalls George and Dick planning an auto ride, losing money at poker, and pinning blame on a livery proprietor who allegedly forgot the booking. They reacted angrily when told no car had been reserved, suggesting a possible bluff to justify their night.
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Ethel
George
Midge
Sad reflections on loss and society by Edward Singer
A compact tribute recalling misery and need in the world while contrasting boyhood innocence and simple joys. The speaker laments learned cynicism and the harm of rumination, expressing nostalgia for simpler times and warning of a restless, troubled modern mind.
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Edward Singer
Nut Pudding Dessert Recipe Steps and Variations
A rich dessert recipe describes making nut pudding by beating yolks and whites separately, folding in sugar and finely chopped nuts. It suggests hazelnuts, pecans, or almonds and vanilla, then baking quickly in jelly cake tins. Serve with whipped cream and brandy flavor for layering.
Jacket Styles Survey from Starper's Bazaar
The piece notes varied jacket lengths from short Eton to long coats, with three quarter coats gaining favor. Walking gown skirts shorten yet still clear the ground, while house trains remain long. For youth, dancing frocks are designed to look floor length though cut to clear the floor, with wide hems creating length.
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Eton
Sham Petticoats Replace Petticoats For Limited Means
A writer describes a new sham petticoat that appears as a single divided skirt but consists of two leged skirts fastened above or below the knee. Made of silk with ruffles and lace, it provides a substantial flare at the knee and is marketed for low cost. Some women prefer no petticoat under tight skirts yet desire the frou frou effect.
White Evening Gowns Favored Cloths in 1910s Fashion
White for evening gowns appears in silhouettes of Lansdowne albatross Henrietta fabrics with French cashmere satin and Liberty. The notes highlight satin and glossy fabrics as highly favored for formal wear.
Animals Command Shipboard Tales From Baquedano
On the Chilean training ship General Baquedano now in New York, two pets captivate the crew. Bartolo the bluish white ram imitates the ship name and plays drill, while Halifax the Newfoundland endears himself to all. A Brooklyn groom recounts a cat and hen sharing a nest, and a Milwaukee observer notes a poodle colliding with passersby. A cellar dog in Milwaukee, now a heavy drinker, zigzags home nightly in a comic misadventure.
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General Baquedano
New York
Naval Academy
Valparaiso
Sheen
Bartolo
Halifax
Cartolo
Baquedino
Elis
Park Theaters Open Week With The Convict's Daughter
A Park Theatre program opens with The Convict's Daughter drawing strong crowds and applause for its drama and humor. The plot follows a man unjustly jailed for murder and his daughter's fight to prove his innocence while avoiding a wealthy villain. An escape from prison and a Kentucky landscape finale add local flavor. Across the Pacific is slated for the week’s second half.
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Kentucky
Pacific
The Foolish Things You Did Revisited
A Baltimore American poem reflects on return to old hometowns. People recall youthful foolish acts, not noble deeds, as friends praise later wisdom while insisting you were once a kid. The poem contrasts memory with growth and the weight of past jokes.
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Baltimore American
War and Reissues Across Names and Places
A fragment list shows individuals from multiple towns including Palmyra Indianapolis Sheridan and Terre Haute with monetary amounts next to names. Entries mention Original War with Spain Reissue restoration and related notes plus widows Tabitha Wood Margaret Edwards Mary Hey and others with varied sums.
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James G. Brown
Palmyra
Spain
William M. Gregory
Indianapolis
James L. Hawkins
Atkinson
Balthasar Roell
Oldenburg
James M. Weeds
Sheridan
Joseph H. Miller
Orleans
Gill Hotz
Dover Hill
Sharon Case
Montezuma
James R. Slayton
Templeton
Joseph Trenderson
National Military Home
Grant
Richard
M. Cloud
Fort Wayne
John M. Hickey
Columbus
Michael Kirk
Hazleton
Isaac Clovidence
Knightstown
Rosezell Gardner
Hartford City
James McBride
Hellers Corners
Tabitha A. Wood
Lynn
Margaret A. Edwards
Kokomo
Mary Hey
Box plaited ruchings enhance skirt trimmings
Box plaited ruchings are described as a key feature for skirts, used on albatross veiling and cloth gowns. The finish along lower edges of flounces aims to create a full fluffy look, with deep circular flounces often fully covered in inch wide box plaited ribbon.
Pretty Wedding Notion With Sweet Pea Wreaths
A fashionable wedding features bridesmaids wearing wreaths of sweet peas instead of large hats, marking a novel and stylish departure in bridal attire.
The Swirl of Society Highlights Local Entertainments
Mrs Searle hosted the Neighborly club on Park avenue. Mrs Charles A Buchanan honored Miss Drue Fawcett of New Albany and Mrs Albert Buchanan at a Tuesday reception. Miss Maud King and Edward N Wilmington plan to wed at Tabernacle church on November 26. Miss Myra Talbott and Hugh R Richards announce December nuptials. Maybelle Rafferty and Burk H Barnett wed Sunday night and will reside at 411 North Illinois Street. Noblesville bride Ida Weesburg wed Walter W Bray and in Sullivan Mary Robinson wed Roy Houp.
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Maud King
Edward N. Wilmington
Tabernacle Church
Myra Talbott
Hugh R. Richards
Maybelle Rafferty
Burk H. Barnett
Illinois St
Noblesville
Ida Weesburg
Walter W. Bray
Sullivan
Mary Robinson
Roy Houp
Dr Bull's Cough Syrup Saves Many Children
An advertisement touts Dr Bull's Cough Syrup as a universal remedy for croup whooping cough and measles cough. It claims life saving results and notes a price of 25 cents.
Chicago and Return via Monon Route Horse Show Tickets
Tickets sold for the account horse show with a Monon Route return option. Travel is set for November 4, 5, and 6 with a final return deadline of November 11. Price noted at 6.70 dollars in both directions.
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Chicago
Monon
Pennsylvania Lines Chicago Return Fare for Horse Show
Train rates advertise $6.70 to Chicago and back for the horse show with tickets selling November 4, 5, 6 and return limit November 11. A clipped notice also touts Real Estate Real offerings on the Sun’s pages, with emphasis on Saturday.
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SUN
California Oregon Excursions via First Class Sleeping Cars
Daily through service on the Chicago Union Pacific and North-Western Line to California and Oregon with Pullman and Tourist Sleeping Cars. Personally conducted Chicago to San Francisco Los Angeles and Portland departures on Tuesday and Thursday. Low rates and shortest travel time. Inquire at your nearest ticket agent or write W B Kniskern 22 Fifth avenue Chicago Iu.
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Chicago, Union Pacific and North-Western Line
California
Oregon
Chicago
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Portland
W. B. Kniskern
Fifth Avenue
Fast Trains North by Chicago & North-Western Railway
Railway advertisement touts daily Chicago departures to Milwaukee Madison Green Bay Fond du Lac Oshkosh Appleton Escanaba Ishpeming Marquette Ashland St Paul Minneapolis Duluth and Wisconsin copper country. Promises quickest time through picturesque Wisconsin with unmatched service and invites tickets by agents or W B Kniskern Chicago. Found it at last ad from Russell Ill muzzled.
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Chicago & North-Western Railway
Chicago
Milwaukee
Madison
Green Bay
Fond du Lac
Oshkosh
Appleton
Escanaba
Ishpeming
Marquette
Ashland
St. Paul
Minenapolis
Duluth
Wisconsin
W. B. Kniskern
Fifth Avenue
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Indianapolis Sun
Durbin
Beckham
United States
Gov. Durbin
Tammany
Detroit Free Press
Birmingham Age-Herald
Puckerville
Mr. Blufftough
Jed
Czolsosz
Ren
Brooklyn Teights
Fifth-ave
Empire
Zeb
Watson
Crimmins
Hoosier Pensions
Pennsylvania Lines
California-Oregon
West of England
Armour
Whitemore
Pettis Dry Goods CO
Unday
Cov
SANAY
Security Trust Company
Pennsylvania St
Post Office
Columbia National Bank
Indiana Trust Bldg
Washington St
Virginia Ave
Central Printing CO
Garland
C. Koehring & Bro
Qor
H. Neal
Russell
Ill
Dr. Gossom
Indiana National Bank
Hutchinson's
Hutchinson’s
Albert Hutchinson
New
Green
Old
Indiana Oil Tank Line
Oliver and
Hadley Ave
Ind
J. J. Kyle
E. Ohicast
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