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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1904
Page
4
The Indianapolis Sun surveys the 1904 campaign with Roosevelt and Beveridge dominating Indiana, Fairbanks’ setback, and a likely Republican statewide win. It also lauds Mexico’s stability after Diaz, noting a successful $40 million bond issue at 4 percent and the country’s strengthening public credit.
A man murdered in Marchiennz Belgium writes the name of his killer in chalk on his clothes before fleeing. The item also mentions a pair of unreconstructed Boots in Ceylon avoiding allegiance and a new North German Lloyd tower ship sailing Oct 18 for China and Japan with a gymnasium of unusual dimensions and various exercise machines.
A Philadelphia Press quip notes shoppers and staff joking about infants wear as a "new departure" for the newborns. The exchange highlights retail chat and the season's mood with playful wordplay about babies and fashion.
A Lamar girl chats with a beat officer about a strange favorite drink. The pair joke about a frozen river as the punch line. The man admits he drank coffee to stay awake to see her, a light moment captured in late night banter.
In Alpena Michigan, WES CAMPBELL faces cross summons over a dispute involving hiring a horse for two wants and an express wagon. The case references a punchy exchange about a poker and press hat, with Mrs Thorpe defending herself as the accused party. The report notes mayoral remarks about an exchange not amounting to robbery and mentions Dahlia students involved in a separate incident with injuries and fines totaling $11 plus $95 in compensation per person.
An OCR readable fragment references Roger Rosencrans Shiel known as the Smiling Pie Peddler. It mentions a depot scene with pies, political figures, ward politics in Indiana, and a note urging readers to read Sound Up for Indianapolis and Tom's Record to identify him.
The article notes a face simile of the Empire State Express by George H. Daniels at the St Louis fair. It highlights the New York Central locomotive and coaches, comparing speed and motion to a modern express. June 17 saw 722 visitors view the display alongside the De Witt Clinton relic.
The tale recalls Charles James Fox and his secretary Mr Hare famed for poverty. Creditors rapped their door before daybreak demanding payment. Fox quipped about paying on the day of judgment, but offered to set a date the day after.
The piece recalls Israel Zangwill and Oliver Hereford at a London dinner where Hereford probes the source of a story quoted by Zangwill. Hereford’s quip about the Talmud fades into a lighter exchange as a printed anecdote from the Chicago Chronicle. It then shifts to a Connecticut school eye test tale and Longfellow’s birthplace in Portland, Maine, noting a teacher’s classroom moment with a boy’s pointed answer.
A collection of editorial snips cites Judge Barker warning about political debasement as Indiana campaigns unfold. It critiques Bryan’s aims to stabilize his party and gain momentum for future runs, notes Hye hue’s clever campaigning, and mentions Parker’s plea against campaign contributions amid reports of large donations to the Democratic fund.
Fragmented quotes reveal a heated political scene with candidates, voters, and officials trading views on elections and public policy. Notable figures referenced include Prosecutor Huckeishuge, Sergeant Mackess, and local commentators amid debates on democracy, gas, and public safety.
Russell Sage urges plain dress and thrift for youths. He says two suits suffice, watch bargains in clothing and markets, and avoid costly accessories. He warns against ostentatious fashion, urges careful spending, and notes economy helps future success.
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