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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1892
Page
3
Fragment from Philacepula Ledger describes sleepers resting under willows and buds, with dawn bringing back sorrow as they lie on clayey pillows. Scattered, unclear lines mention mars, fleet, and a visiting snow scene, reflecting a cryptic poetic fragment.
A tale of Yankel Pistak from Russia who travels to New York to join his brother in law Shmulevitch. Guided into peddling with a five cent basket he fails to sell, faces a police arrest for lack of license, and is discharged in court. The piece ends with a moral about dreams of wealth and a follow-up story of a man named Harry Blakeslee who dies in the California mountains waiting for a letter from home.
A collage of quotations shows social norms shifting as Queen Victoria and Princess Besirice abandon corsets. The era mingles fashion, wit, and remarks from newspapers and shoppers on protection flannels, rents, and daily life in cities from New York to Montreal. A street anecdote rounds out a mix of humor and commentary on manners and work.
The list notes A L Mason Kansas City a five times millionaire dies Sunday. Cyclone and boiler blast kill three laborers near Red Bud Illinois. Lynching of Duncan McPhatter near Charlotte North Carolina and a series of violent acts including murders burglaries and suicides across several cities are reported with brief details.
A sketch notes African infants bathed in cold river water each morning by mothers in the village. After repeated dipping the child is dried and warmed, described as a harsh but survival-driven practice observed by a writer.
An old advertisement touts Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a potent strength restorer for blood taint and scrofula. It claims to cure consumption, weak lungs, bronchitis, and lingering coughs, with a money back guarantee if no benefit.
The Sun posts improved financial results as recent yields rise. Analysts note stronger performance across sectors and steadier cash flow despite earlier volatility.
Market notes show seeds and trash reductions while groceries hold steady. Pork, lard, and bacon prices vary by cut and origin with Indiana ham at 114 cents per pound and California items around 824 cents per dozen, plus numerous canned fruits and produce terms and assorted barrels and fish prices appearing across a broad listing.
An early 20th century advertisement touts a remedy named The Great Mormon Remedy with promises of strength and vigor. It offers a pamphlet by mail for one dollar and lists multiple agents in Indianapolis Indiana. Also appears are varied items including carriages and a distant telephonic contact.
A 19th century style legal notice outlines offenses related to improper gas connections and heating systems. It warns against altering or obstructing stopcocks and mixers, and against causing leakage or danger by unauthorized apparatus. Penalties include fines between five and one hundred dollars.
Partial newspaper notice lists a business in Culver Indiana with 18 years of experience, offering rooms 4 and 10 Wair Stock opposite Union Depot, hours 9 to 12, 2 to 5, 7 to Y, Sundays 2 to 4, and invites requests for circulars from Indianapolis.
A historical notice invites readers to obtain assistance without cost through The Sun office at 79 Mast. The ad promises free next steps if the first attempt fails, with no charges for subsequent insertions and multiple contact options via telephone, mail, or in person use.
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