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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1903
Page
6
In a detailed critique W V Thompson argues the latest football rules aim to compare styles but may not aid spectators. He notes Princeton’s continued mass play and questions penalties, open-field danger, and several rule adjustments including scrimmage requirements and umpire disputes.
JASFER IND OCT 14 A Dubois county farmer, W. W. H. A. Wem mer, reports success grafting tomato plants onto potato vines. He claims the grafted tomatoes grew as large and favored as his standard crops and expects the potato harvest to be unaffected. Nearby at Vincennes, a separate town tale notes a fortuitous match between Miss Fayette Smith and Edith Hill, both becoming wives to local men after a sweet potato gift tied to a bet.
Bowling tips from W W Thompson advise choosing a lightweight ball with correct circumference and holes, proper grip, and stance. The guide stresses maintaining a firm grip, stepping patterns, and delivering with straight speed to hit the head pin, noting curved balls depend on alley conditions and are not universally effective.
A column notes extensive buys by E. E. Smaters during August and asks if any horses are for sale. It mentions Delmar Sadie Mac Bhig Buck Jon Mae Tam Keene Went and total balance, with emphasis on high prices and possible market activity.
The Boston Americans defeated the Pittsburg Nationals 4 to 0 in Boston to clinch the post season series. Pitcher Dineen struck out seven while allowing four hits. Pittsburg’s Phil Upe was ineffective, yielding eight hits. In Chicago the Nationals beat the Americans 6 to 1. Also noted, Captain Saunderson of Manual Training High School football sustains a minor injury but will play Saturday. Central College physicians and the training school boys held scrimmages with the training school team showing better form.
Elwood Indiana October report notes completion of a new track cut just east of Elwood on the Tipton Alexandria division. The last of its kind, the improvement eliminates two sharp curves and promises faster service between Alexandria and Tipton once viaduct approaches are ballasted and limited cars are placed in operation.
An old OCR ad urging buyers to trust Stout's Shoe Store for durable boys shoes, promoting the Kart Iron model as dependable and smart looking. It lists bargain-style codes and vendor branding, though the legible portion emphasizes quality and value.
Bloomingston Indiana October reports that Alpha Kappa Nu the first Greek fraternity for colored students in the United States has been formed at Indiana University. Kemmer of Knightstown is president Williams of Madison is vice president. Ten members currently attend the university.
Kokomo Indiana reports Mrs Willard Athturn confessed to the coroner after four boys fell ill from a poisoned mixture once used to harm. One boy died. the suspect cited anxiety and guilt before admitting her role in the incident.
Lawrenceburg Indiana reports the extraction of several hundred thousand tons of white mussel shells from the Ohio River over the past month. A pearl button factory is to be established by Guttman Fros of New York and is expected to be in operation by December 1. The plant will employ from to workers.
Clarence Stillwell of Company 7 1 SN G returned from fall maneuvers at West Point Ky with a dislocated shoulder after being teased in a blanket and missing the blanket on his descent.
Greensburg Indiana reports passengers delayed overnight when a Greensburg bound train was sidetracked near Kokomo then arrived home 240 next morning instead of 7:0 pm on Sunday. The item notes elderly locals and travel disruption across several towns.
A mobile blind tiger wagon toured smaller Indiana towns with two men and a two horse wagon. A hidden serving area in the wagon served drinkers in areas lacking saloons, as the trio traversed the countryside aiding thirsty travelers.
Huntington suit alleges neglect after a year ago the defendant took plaintiff to St Joseph hospital Fort Wayne for gall stone operation none found and wound sewn without drainage. plaintiff claims negligence led another physician to open the wound remove gall stones and save his life. May go to Philippines civil service exams announced for atomographers in Fort Wayne Oct 20. successful candidates may work in Washington or the Philippines. Interurban service upgrades planned within ten minutes to speed trips. A South Bend car club forms with trips to Chicago Indianapolis Niles Goshen. Farmland builds a new Friends church replacing burned structure. cost over 9 0 0 debt free at start. Raspberry bush with second growth shown in Rushville. Cambridge City to hold largest cattle sale in county Thursday including Hereford stock. Indiana Dental College opens winter session with demonstrations. Winslow’s soothing syrup advertised for teething and diarrhea. Hotel rates for World’s Fair pamphlet from Pennsylvania Lines offered in St Louis.
The Vandalia Line lists a Terre Haute and return trip for $1.00 7Sc with Green Castle and Return at 7. Sunday October 18 departures from Indianapolis at 7 25 p m and returns arrive Terre Haute at 7 25 p m.
Pennsylvania Lines offers return Madison fares at 1.25 and 1.28 to Indianapolis with 7:30 am departure and 8:20 am return times. A Sunday Oct 14 excursion train stops only at Rushville Connersville and Hamilton with no tickets, departing Indianapolis 7:50 and Cincinnati 8:20 for a boarding excursion.
A boastful ad claims a mysterious compound grants perpetual youth and vigor free by mail. Dr Ferris promises instant vitality cures for impotence, premature ejaculation, and related ills, urging worn-out men to send their names and addresses for a prepaid, no-cost delivery.
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