Fire Chief Coots Appointed After Barrett Step Down
The Board of Safety and mayor name Edward Coots fire chief to succeed Thomas Barrett. Barrett remains second assistant chief while John Glazier becomes first assistant. The change follows politics, yet officials expect smooth operation and continued service. Barrett retires with thanks for his faithful service. Coots is regarded as a first-rate fireman likely to meet expectations.
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Board of Safety
Edward Coots
Thomas Barrett
Coots
Barrett
John Glazier
Farrett
Glazier
Coth
Firechief Barrett
Keith Confession Clears Keiths Murder Case in Indiana
The journal notes Joseph D. Keith’s last letter to his wife confirms his guilt in Nora Kifer’s murder though circumstantial evidence supported the verdict. It criticizes moral cowardice, defends the death penalty as a restraining force, and rails at unsafe railroad grade crossings and policy gaps in Indianapolis.
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Joseph D. Keith
Michigan City
Keith
Nora Kifer
Indiana
Indianapolis
City Sanitarian Rules Out White River Water Mixture
City sanitarian Buehler asserts no White river water is mixed with Indianapolis Water Company supply. He notes the absence of strawboard refuse as a clue. The company aggressively targets river pollution, possibly hinting at river tapping, but may aim to justify a future sand filtration system using river water.
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Buehler
White River
Indianapolis Water Company
Remark on Indiana governor's claim of not reading letter
A reader questions whether a dozen men in Indiana believed the governor had not read Beckham's letter though he had received and seen it printed. The remark is called one of the most remarkable examples of absence of curiosity, with speculation about a Pickwickian sense and a secretary reading the letter aloud.
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Indiana
Gov. Beckham
Indianapolis safety board urged to curb sidewalk spitting
A local dealer notes coal bags sold with a ten pound wet weight guarantee, implying moneybags from long use. The new Board of Safety may rate well if it directs police to more strictly enforce the sidewalk spitting ordinance, as favored by Indianapolis residents.
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Board of Safety
Indianapolis
Ideal Laxative Promotes Modern Cascarets Drug Ad
An old ad touts Cascarets as a safe modern laxative. It contrasts with ancient pills and bitters, claiming scientific harmlessness and palatable effectiveness. The message targets Druggists with pricing at 10¢ per item, 26¢ for larger, and 50¢ for bulk.
The Sketches and Songs of a Singer
Mrs Smithers laments Willie cannot help with coal. Mr Smithers says he is aiding Jimson's boy with coal. The exchange hints at a domestic scene and a neighborly favor amid daily chores.
Borrowed coat yields two halves of a dollar
A spring scene recalls a farewell and a rediscovered fortune when the narrator notes a neighbor’s beaming smile after finding two half dollars tucked in an old overcoat. The moment fuses friendship notes with a small, cheerful windfall.
Sweatered Youth Threatened by Mocking Passengers
In a streetcar a young man in a bright yellow and green sweater attracts jeers from two intoxicated youths who joke he is a famed prizefighter. The crowd laughs as he hides his blushes, while a woman stares on. The taunting pair boast of his strength and college sports feats.
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Albert
Dont Judge People By Looks Says Local Column
A short anecdote recalls a youth attacked on a street car by two men. The right tackle from a college team is recognized by the conductor who warns the trainer to curb violence. A moral warns that judging by appearances harms judgment, while a street topic touches a beat officer and territorial quarreling.
Savory Stew Trick Adds Bread Sippers Flavor
A homemaker shares a method to enrich stew by frying torn bits of stale bread in butter, then slipping them into the stew to mingle with the gravy. The result is a rich, delicious addition that enhances the dish’s depth and texture.
Savory Salt Adds Union Salt To Flavor Line
A new savory salt joins the list, with union salt now packaged for shakes, bottles, or cans for flavoring use.
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Union
A Liberal Offer for Chamberlain's Stomach Tabs
The undersigned will give a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets to anyone seeking a reliable remedy for stomach disorders and biliousness. This free offer targets readers troubled by digestive issues and aims to introduce the product through sample distribution.
What prophet now can fix The limit of the wonders of 1927
The Somerville Journal reflects on a quarter century of change from 1900 to 1927. It contrasts lack of telephones, electric lights, X rays, airships, and mechanized travel with modern advances. It notes shifts in lighting, communication, science, and social life, pondering future limits.
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Somerville Journal
Secret of Health from Steaming Vegetables
Steaming vegetables preserves flavor by avoiding water loss and is claimed to enhance beans onions meats and chicken. The ad promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a remedy to keep bowels stomach liver and kidneys strong and active for health.
A Girl Costs Nothing Ad Offer in The Sun
An advertisement notes a free three day trial for listing a girl in The Sun. The offer encourages placing a girl’s ad with ten words at no cost, suggesting promotional space for recruitment or personal ads.
Real Estate Real Offerings on The Sun’s Pages
The Sun features daily property listings on its Real and 7th pages with special emphasis on Saturdays. Listings highlight available homes, parcels, and adjoined details for potential buyers and investors seeking market options.
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the Sun
Ponder 3 Photo Studio frames to order in Massachusetts
A local photography shop at 22 Massachusetts Avenue offers custom framing and photograph services under the Ponder 3 Photo Studio name. The business emphasizes tailored framing options for patrons seeking personalized wall displays and keepsake presentation.
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Ponder’ ‘3 Photo Studio
Massachusetts
Padletons Exile for Circus Trip at St Stanislaus
Mississippi college punishes twenty four St Stanislaus students for defying orders by attending a circus. They are expelled and trunks sent to the railroad station. Authorities provided money to return home, no further help offered. The case sparks debate on discipline as a civic value.
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Mississippi
St. Stanislaus’ College
Bay St.Louis
Miss
Buffalo News
Pretty Blue Sacque Dress Jacket Description
A pale blue flannel dressing sacque with a simple back tucked fit and straight front. Edged by an embroidery scallop with blue silk French knots. A small turndown collar mirrors the same embroidered finish. Jacket lines with thin white silk.
Quarrels in marriage and wit in cartoons
A collection of humorous exchanges from the era. Mrs Winthrop claims two weeks of marriage with perfect agreement, a wealthier man offers to buy a canvas for large sums, an artist refuses yet trades for ten dollars, and quips about humor and wit follow.
Spirit of the State Press and Political Jottings
A compilation from several papers notes sharp political quips about Roosevelt and state leaders, plus warnings of dangers in northern Wisconsin deer season and fatal hunting incidents. It also references regional political charges and tariff debates as echoes of national issues.
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Wellington
Maryland
Lafayette Courier
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South Bend Tribune
Roosevelt
Kokomo News
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