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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1901
Page
4
The piece argues Indiana gas firms leverage franchises to demand higher prices, refuse meters, and threaten gas cuts. It cites Fablesville and Muncie pace, accuses insurers of halting supply to force payment, and urges state action to curb pipe drainage and force increased output.
Editorial notes that Democratic rhetoric labeled as anti colored voters influenced Indianapolis mayoral outcomes. It argues Maguire would have won with greater colored support but faced prejudice that dampened black votes. It questions Mayor Taggart's record of appointing blacks and his liberal stance toward the colored vote across multiple terms.
The document discusses Hyland as a police officer candidate with respected credentials and the May or Board of Safety weighing a successor. It notes Lieber’s influence on brewer control and hints at Wallace’s agent amid administrative tensions. A separate note mentions a movement to adopt the carnation as national emblem due to its color variety and sentiment.
An association report praises some works but notes authorities refuse road access at the new Claypool hotel. The group votes to amend and condemn actions. Doty is expected to have better health, while other local issues loom around sidewalks and seasonal produce references.
Report describes a Capitol avenue and South street crossing with no watchman risking firemen and equipment. Councillors plan thorough study before action amid growing public concern and shifting political support away from Bryan reflecting wider national trends.
A rooster suffers drooping tail feathers from a harsh diet trial. Vets report the bird’s ailment stems from experimental feeding that even its stomach rejected. With time it is expected to grow sharp spurs and become robust again.
The Retail grocers association plans a new name as it previews the sixty fourth part of a peek at the upcoming meeting. The remark points to rising prices and a growing customer concern over costs.
The death of Li Hung Chang and the recall of Wu Ting Fang removes the Chinese official most understood and favored by Americans. Their departure marks a shift in U.S. Chinese relations and diplomacy.
Dewey and Miles received invitations to Corbin s wedding and were told to go to. The saying about every dog having his day appears in Washington as in Dogtown Indiana.
A jumble of social commentary and brief items includes Dr. Herman Paasche criticizing American self image, a football player ordered off the field, a Black Rock bank robbery, and questions about city franchise votes and firefighting policy. Other notes refer to Croker, Tammany, a moral wave from Evansville, and assorted local anecdotes.
A fragmented prose piece recounts a nursery tale about a rich society woman Mrs Hinsdale and her cat Pittysing cured by a healer. It then details The Magic Phone fairy tale where a mistress calls a magic line and gold and a prince appear. The dialogue ends with a hotel room inquiry about a bill.
The interview cites Carnegie denying support for an Isthmian canal and favoring Washington’s policy of “Friends of all, allies of none.” Reports note Pan American deficit at 3 million and around 70 worth of trade gains. A Topeka journal mocks a book claiming no link to bank cashiers or Gov. Taylor. A Missouri preacher faces charges over a sermon on “The plague of old maids.”
One of the beauties of the Hyde performance at the Grand is its smooth movement. The company brings its own stage manager and must fit diverse acts with the orchestra. At the Park Thursday Across the Pacific melodrama begins a three day engagement. Lutz brothers with the Ramblers return from the Alhambra London. Clarence A. Lutz performs with his feet, including rifle tricks.
Brief quotes reveal social observations from old newspapers. Mirthful exchanges show mothers judging children, cabbies escalating journeys, and couples trading playful banter across Boston and Chelsea. The snippets capture era voice and everyday humor.
A quartet of editorial snippets touch on naval heroism after Schley’s inquiry, the value of funeral sermons, diphtheria antitoxin fears, grasshoppers as chicken feed, church carpet removal for microbes, and Brooklyn bridge suspender safety.
Describes a fashion note on a turnup collar replacing a turnover collar. Highlights foundation stock of taffeta and a top that may be plain or lightly embroidered. Bottom features a turned up turnover with dainty edging and embroidered corners. Front points sometimes remain separated and laced or tied with a tiny bow. The result is a delicate dressy neckwear look with a touch of novelty.
James McLaughlin aged 47 of Portland and Mrs Susan Erwin 72 of Bourbon are named among the dead or found in incidents. James Dona vin 30 a blacksmith of Wabash collapsed and died at work. Miss Martha Franklin 65 of Goodland was found dead in her home. Charles Sailors of Wabash Wm Bond 94 of Lafayette Rev Elias Cooprider 92 of Brazil are listed as related individuals in the report.
Evansville authorities report a Wednesday night blaze that wiped out the Harrison and Rudd pants factory. The fire caused an estimated loss of $100,000 with $40,000 covered by insurance. No injuries are mentioned in the available text.
Miss Matthews, author of My Lady Peggy goes to town, declined publishers’ request for her photograph. She humorously but firmly said she cannot countenance using her image to boost gate receipts for the story at newspapers and magazines.
An 18 day religious revival will begin Thursday night at People's Congregational Church at W Michigan and Blackford. Four churches in the area California and Blackford Street Methodist Garden Baptist and People's Congregational will participate with Ce Smith of Chicago as evangelist.
An old reliable remedy for coughs colds hoarseness bronchitis and throat and lung affections is advertised. Merz and Ribble offer automobile storage and electrical construction and repair services at 124 Bird Real Estate listings preview daily.
Mrs Lillie Adam resigns from Meridian street church quarter. Mr and Mrs Charles BE Shover relocate to Mapleton. Mrs Frederick C Dickson hosts a card party led by Mrs John R Pearson and Mrs Horace E Smith. Miss Hettie Adams engages Dr C A Pritchard in Gosport for matrimony. Details of multiple state weddings including Ida Frank Spencer Van Deventer and others across Marion Vincennes Hagerstown and Conneaut suburbs.
Small Maynard and Co introduce a novel publicity gimmick for Evelyn Emerson’s Sylvia a love story in which 12 famous women’s portraits are shown with a prize of 3500 for the reader’s ranking. Elinor Glyn described as a stylish hostess and author of popular works is noted. Robert W Chambers promotes Cardigan as a distinguished historical novel.
A Baltimore American poem warns that college stars endure brief fame in football and other sports. It envisions future heroes replacing current idols as seasons end, urging players to seize glory while it lasts.
The article notes a move away from plain straight-lined winter shirt waists toward a variety of styles. Silk satin cloth nun's veiling and flannel options are praised for practicality and popularity, with fewer severe, mass produced designs seen this year.
A 19th century-style health notice explains how sedentary habits harm liver blood flow and cause headaches dizziness and yellowed skin. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin and Herb Laxative Compound as a gentle liver tonic, claiming improved digestion and clearer complexion with 50 cent and 1 dollar bottles. Sample bottle and book offered free from Pepsin Syrup Company, Monticello, IL.
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