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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1909
Page
8
A column argues Broad Ripple gains by staying outside Indianapolis. It claims annexation would raise expenses beyond any tax revenue, burden Broad Ripple and nearby land, and notes water mains fire plugs sewers would shift costs to taxpayers. The piece concludes Broad Ripple would be happier remaining separate.
A reader’s postal message argues for a universal faith in life after death, cites science and astronomy, and asserts that matter and force are indestructible. It declares immortality a natural human longing and praises eternal justice, urging independent thought and virtuous living.
Basil Hayden of Kentucky dies after staying in a room for years to honor a political vow. The essay contrasts Lincoln and Hayden, then warns that self made prisons of bitterness ruin families and communities. It urges tearing down walls of hate to reclaim light and joy.
Dr R C Light urges Indianapolis to annex Broad Ripple arguing benefits beyond streetcar fares. He disputes opponents over fare costs, necessary public works, and the public demand, claiming traffic to Broad Ripple exceeds Indianapolis population and that improvements would come in time.
Rev Thomas B Gregory profiles John Stark born August 28 1728 in Londonderry New Hampshire later known as the Hero of Bennington. He lived among Indians, joined Patriot forces at Lexington and led backwoodsmen to victory at Bennington in 1777, capturing Hessian troops and supplies while sustaining modest farm life until his death in 1822.
An aged Vermont farmer visits a lawyer to discuss suing over a profitable dispute. The lawyer says the case is strong and agrees to a $50 fee for the entire matter. The farmer cashes the fee and asks for an honest assessment of his chances.
Mrs Lysander John Appleton proclaims herself as daughter of the Kansas National Guards and attends a red, white and blue ice cream reception in town. The Atchison Globe notes she is over 46 and led the patriotic display amid a young guard image.
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