Indianapolis Southern contract on track elevation debated
An anonymous correspondent attacks the Sun over claims about Bookwalter era actions on track elevation for the Indianapolis Southern franchise. The letter references an April 11 190% contract and Laws and Ordinances pages 851-857, asserting city powers to compel elevation, with the city able to raise or lower tracks if the railroad refuses. It asserts Mayor Holtzman did not induce the railroad and notes broader political jabs and a Civic Federation tease.
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Poe Denied Hall of Fame as Mary Lyon Wins Vote
From New York comes word Edgar Allan Poe failed to gain admission to the Hall of Fame with 43 votes while Mary Lyon received 58. Observers note the result hinges on the tally while commenting on Poe’s reputation and the era’s sports gossip as Chas. Dana Gibson travels to Europe.
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Edgar Allan Poe
Hall of Fame
Mary Lyon
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Nevermore
Baltimore
Insurance Scandal Leaves Policyholders Calmly Wary
The United States holds over 20 billion in life insurance with three major firms amid graft revelations. Despite costly excesses, policyholders are reassured by vast surpluses and solvency. New York Life Equitable and Mutual Life report over 4.5 billion in in force coverage. combined assets exceed 1 billion each, with around 3 million policy holders. Restitution calls rise to correct diverted funds.
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Present life insurance scandal may yield policy holder control
The News' political prevaricator boasts endurance while implying that the current life insurance scandal could become a blessing. Potential outcomes include direct policy holder control of companies, immediate dividends, and possible rate reductions.
State lab receives German apparatus for drug adulteration tests
The statehouse laboratory has received a large consignment of German glassware and porcelain for drug adulteration experiments. State chemist E. E. Barnard secured duty-free access, reducing costs. Inspectors will test hundreds of drug samples from across the state, likely revealing widespread adulteration. Water samples from Muncie and nearby towns show tainted, unpleasant taste due to contamination.
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TALK ON TAP AT ROUGH RALLY FOR CANDIDATES
A damp crowd gathered Wednesday night as candidates from both parties spoke at multiple venues. Deputy prosecutor Taylor Crowinger criticized Mayor John W. Holtzman on charges of false pretense. The audience at the engine house on Sixteenth Street heard a juried verdict finding Holtzman guilty. Republican leaders, including Councilman Cottes and Walker, rallied at Brightwand town hall in Rosson where Beveridge urged support for Hookwalter. Charles A. Rookwalter toured canvassing routes in his autumnobile, with key speeches at N Senatesave and Ashland Avenue. Prosecutor Tra Holmes spoke for John Lyons, Republican nominee for councilman in the Eleventh ward. Ninth ward Prohibitionists met at Washington Street home of Hares Newlin and nominated Hiram Roger for councilman as a counterpoint to Mayor Holtzman.
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Sunshine and Shines From Odd Clippings In Peorte
A fragmented column notes local demand for cleanup after N C Dougherty s. It mocks various topics including Kansas girls smoking laws and a Philadelphia poem that drew a wealthy farmer’s attention. A stray anecdote mentions a life insurance president and a mechanical plane player purchase.
Predictions by Raphael the astrologer
Predictions warn of a difficult day on birthday or anniversary. Advice urges temper control and avoiding provocation. The horoscope mentions health notes on digestion and complexion, recommending simple foods like peaches carrots oranges apples and boiled onions with herbs to balance humors.
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Mann
Montezuma Mineral Springs Incorporation Details
Montezuma Mineral Springs company formed in Montezuma to buy and lease mineral springs crem buildings and related properties with capital stock of 1.0 million. Principals include P. Marenek J. B. Johnston Millan B. Rupe and associates in Indianapolis across the Murten Sheet Metal Markets association. To elevate improvements in their trade. HO Ensley Henry A. Stumpp G. J. Mast.
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Harnessing the Stars and Celestial Thread
Fragmentary note discusses immense astronomical calculations and threading a path through space. It mentions Lancashire and a vast span of thread spanning Earth to Moon and Sun to Neptune, estimating years of work to reach the nearest star.
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Tomato Chutnee Method And Spiced Mix
A recipe fragment instructs peeling ripened tomatoes and dicing with four green chilies and four white onions. It directs shredding dried ginger and mixing with gar, salt, and vinegar. The mixture rests for three hours and is presented in wide mouthed battle.
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Remedy for Inflamed Eyes from Old Newspaper
The article advises against rinsing inflamed eyes with plain water and warns it worsens redness. It recommends dabbing ciderflower water for a few minutes, then applying a chilled rag over closed eyes for ten minutes, followed by washing, powdering with toilet powder, and rubbing with a chamois leather to restore readiness.
New Style In Cats Gains Popularity In Yak Region
Readers report a growing trend among Yak women who favor refined features in cats. The shift marks a return to traditional grooming and show-ring standards, with enthusiasts praising symmetry, coat quality, and temperament in domestic felines.
Boyish Winter Outfit For Baby Jimmyboy
A clever mother outfits her son in winter wear including a white cloth overcoat trimmed with brass buttons and a golden eagle on the sleeve. She adds white leggings rubbers a white felt sailor hat with a rolling brim a warm crown band and large satin ribbon ear muffs. The ensemble achieves a boyish habylah look the mother finds entirely satisfactory.
Malta Vita Promises Digestive Health and Strength
An endorsement style ad urges Malta Vita malted wheat food as the cure for indigestion and nervous debility. It claims the product provides all essential nutrients, improves digestion, and supports daily meals. A reader, Gersper of Barnesville, reports relief after use. grocers sell it for 10 cents per package.
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Arkansas political games and cat talk in a Baltimore News item
A fragmentary Baltimore News piece relays how Arkansas campaign chatter blends with odd musings on cats and pets. It notes officials like Governor and Attorney General at a meeting, and shifts to digressions about cats from Madagascar to Manx, Angora, and Maltese breeds, before ending with a prompt about oranges.
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Detroit Free Press
Where Extremes Meet in Little New Hampshire Villages
Humorous sketches depict summer life in tiny New Hampshire villages with a visiting artist examining local shops and manners. A Portlandiana tale about misread menus and strings for beans adds local color, while Pratt men plan a fishing trip with a token of whisky and a muddled start.
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Indianapolis Bank Invites Deposits From Strangers
To the many strangers who are continually coming to Indianapolis we extend a cordial invitation to make our company the depository for their savings. With our splendid facilities, we are in a position to render the best of service. It does not matter how the first deposit may be, it will be none the less appreciated. Deposits and withdrawals may be made at any time and in any amount. Interest will be allowed at the rate of three per cent, compounded semi annually, May and November first. THE INDIAN CAPITAL SURPLUS A TRUST CO. $1,000,000.00 275,000.00
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Su A Trust CO
Honsler Fish Co Advertises Fresh Fresh Catch
Phones 10 your fish order. Fresh each day. Honsler Fish Co. 4 Virginia-are, st.
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Virginia-are
Pacific Coast Travel Rates Advertised for 1890s Rail Journey
An old rail era notice offers $33.00 to the Pacific Co from Chicago via the Union Pacific Northwestern Line for travel from Sept 5 to Oct 3 to San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Seattle and other Pacific Coast points. It promotes personally conducted excursions in tourist sleeping cars to Grandco Los Angeles and Portland, with no changes and double berth, through N. BM. Breeze, General Agent, Cincinnati.
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