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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1904
Page
3
Sun Publishing of Indianapolis lists daily edition hours and a six cent weekly delivery in-city rate. It shows out-of-city pricing for six months, month, year, and subscription methods, with office and phone details.
The piece notes packers control private car rates forcing low railroad tariffs and guiding freight to weaker lines. It argues consumers pay the cost, with livestock prices down and meat up, pinching farmers and shoppers, and urges strong Interstate Commerce Commission power to set enforceable railroad rates. Coroner Tutewiller explains enigma in Tucker inquest delay.
A heartbroken Grace Moore, 26, died by suicide in Indianapolis after a life marked by whispers and neglect. The piece links her fall to dance halls and winerooms, urging reflection on home life and public venues. It also notes debates among Chicago Methodists on church flirting and youth courtship.
A brief notice argues that dyspepsia hints at more serious digestion issues. It warns that ongoing unease after meals headaches sour stomach and belching grow worse if the stomach weakens further and urges early attention to symptoms.
A nostalgic piece argues that church flirtation helps young people meet future partners. It recalls how couples met, exchanged glances, and wrote notes in hymnals after services. The writer credits church as a safer setting for courting, urging ministers to keep flirtation within church bounds.
The piece condemns tactics aimed at African American voters as Indiana races heat up. It cites rumors of deportations and coercive voting schemes, urging Republicans and Democrats to end race-based insults and focus on substantive issues. Senator Beveridge draws large crowds, underscoring Republican influence in Indiana.
Wire fences have become widespread and as a result the yearly toll of cattle killed by lightning has risen substantially. The piece notes how conductive fences create fatalities during storms and calls for caution and preventive measures.
A compilation of political opinions notes that Tom Watson’s New York vote potential is seen as a name interest and a sink for Democratic support, while Indiana Republicans are accused of importing Black voters to influence an election. Farmers’ sentiment is portrayed as pivotal, with praise for the conservative, contented agricultural base and its influence on governance.
In a hotel lobby a mechanic praises Tom for potential U S senate run and influence, while others discuss hotel staff changes and a political push. Included are remarks about Frank Ross the pool manager, architect F M Andrews, and Edwin H Mughes guest at Claypool, plus a beggar story of two days without food but whisky banquet, revealing election nerves and party tactics.
Geographers note some Pacific areas exceed two miles in depth. If the 29,000 foot Mount Everest were set in the deepest Pacific basin, its summit would nearly reach the surface, illustrating vast ocean depths.
The article claims polar expedition members return in perfect health due to pure air and no harestat microhesa. It asserts bronchitis laryngitis influenza and other contagious diseases are unknown in the polar region.
In Germany tramps are set to work in Vesa where they can make out in factory explanation for their idleness. The tasks are not easy and they will try to find more to their work when released.
The text recalls carefree hours of youth, chestnut gathering, and family life, contrasting simple pleasures with later responsibilities. Vignettes of a country setting, neighbors, dogs, and pies evoke a bygone era. The piece ends by asking whether one would save a million dollars or relive boyhood happiness.
The article describes a growing dog shoe industry for fast sledge dogs on rough ice, using vealskin footwear. It also mentions tobacco currency as legal tender in colonial American states and notes George M. Pullman's idea for the sleeping car from a miners' cabin in Central City, with a brief military reference to Col.
Indiana braces for a pivotal presidential contest as voters wake to heated campaigns. Jacob Waldeck reports a feverish atmosphere with rallies, party organs, and farm worries over tariffs and agricultural effects. Notables from Fairbanks to Beveridge mobilize supporters across counties showing widespread political fervor.
The article describes a heated political rally scene with minor candidates and party factions. It notes veterans and citizens in distinctive uniforms, socialist Debs as a home-state figure, and strong anticipation of a record vote amid intense public engagement and party competition.
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