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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1905
Page
5
A Sun special correspondence paints a stark Pall River scene. Mary Parke, an Ontario-born mother of nine, recalls years of grinding mill work, keeping a large family fed, washed, and clothed before sunrise. She and others endure low pay, long hours, and personal losses as their lives hinge on factory labor.
An elderly letter fragment recalls a visit to Tele in the countryside. Helen introduces a charming Mss May who lights up the scene. Fanny Ras, nearly 21 and engaged, faces romantic pressures as a distant lover and gossip stir uncertainty about trust and future plans.
Medical advertorial extols Liquozone as a universal germ killer and vitalizer, claiming internal germ destruction and cure of numerous ailments. It pledges free first bottle, cost-free follow-up, and alcoholized endorsements, with long list of diseases and test results to entice purchases.
Two photographs from Berlin depict privation and daily labor. The images contrast luxury of emperors and parks with families working from dawn to night, making toys and basic goods in cramped rooms for subsistence. The captions note workers, mothers, and children, highlighting hardship amid urban poverty.
In early summer Helen visits and recounts Fanny Ray’s break with Marcus NW last winter as he planned marriage to her. Fanny then deferred plans, returned to Marcus under another pretext, and soon found a new lover, prompting family shock and questions about her reasons.
John Iuff man a farmer of Folten county sues Lake Erie and Western Railroad in the United States circuit court seeking 150 dollars for injuries after a train stop and ticket dispute at Tipton. He alleges the mishap caused partial paralysis and will require lifelong medical care and affect his farming work.
Special to the Sun reports Murdoc University will establish a new school of automobiling within months. The program, likely the first of its kind in the country, will receive support from nearly every major automobile manufacturer in the United States and aims to advance ethical automotive engineering.
A quiet day with caution in business and potential troubles and disputes. A birthday on this date may face conflict and possible legal issues. A child born today has a 10 percent chance of being clever but not untrustworthy and may remain in employment.
Incorporations include Oakland City Land and Timber Company in Oakland City to acquire real estate and grow timber with capital stock of 3,600. Directors named John D. Kell Horatio W. Vedlave William P. Dearing. Fort Wayne Rotting Mill Company to manufacture iron and steel with capital stock 35,00. Edward F. Nernille R.A. Hageman Jr H.C. Rockhit. Eastern Indiana Telephone Company in Winchester to construct and maintain telephone lines with capital stock 9150. OY Haden Hunts James S Engle A Wichols
Special to the Bun reports Elton Miller became enraged when his wife refused to leave bed with him. He grabbed a kettle and poured hot contents over her face and arms, nearly killing her. Miller was arrested.
An early 20th century advertisement extols Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for many female ailments including irregularity and weakness. It claims thousands of cures, cites testimonials, and touts Liver Pills as ancient, reliable remedies.
Dexter Slaughter, an away salesman, was arrested by Petertives Lan ter and Lowe after being searched. The sheriff found three new saws hidden in the back of his vest as he claimed intent to escape from Aminetai. Authorities in the southern town believe he is in the area and will pursue him.
The Grocers Chemical company, a newly incorporated distributor of vinegar horseradish bring washing machines and other articles, opened offices Monday in the Pembroke Arcade. The firm lists 5000 in capital with E H Oroner as well known local figure and president. Four salesmen start in the city with plans to expand as demand grows.
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