Ohio Street line urged to ease Indianapolis traffic
The Sun editors push for a cross line from Pennsylvania to Illinois on Ohio street to relieve Washington street blockades. Interurban cars would cross Ohio street, easing delays and improving access to downtown while preserving heart-of-city access. The Board of Works favored the idea. the streetcar company lagged. Indiana aims for an St Louis exposition exhibit funded by commerce if the 1903 legislature withholds funds.
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Illinois
Board of Works
Ohio St
Ohiost
Federal Building Square
Ohio-st
Union Traction Company
Massachusetts
Penylvania-st
Washingon
Washington-st
Washington
Indianapolis
Taggart
Indiana
Night schools may teach English to foreigners in city
The city faces the challenge of engaging foreigners in public affairs and American customs. The school board plans to establish night schools to teach the national tongue, a major civic effort.
Indiana bass streams praised by state officials
Fish commissioner Sweeney says northern Indiana has the finest bass streams in the United States while Secretary Harry of the state health board argues stream pollution harms health in any state water. A court of nauity is questioned.
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Charles X. Matthews
State Board of Health
Board
Sweeney
United States
Indiana
Harry
State Health Board
Congressman Landis Pays Respect to William D Foulke
The Delphi newspaper notes Congressman J Landis should not miss the chance to honor William Dudley Foulke for his unselfish meritorious service. The item suggests a polite compliment to Roosevelt from years past would suit the moment.
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J Landis
Delphi
William Dudley Foulke
Roosevelt
Mark Hanna Slams Campaigns Debasing Character in Springfield Speech
In Springfield, Mark Hanna denounced campaigns vilifying character and debasing manhood while later calling William Jennings Bryan a liar and a hypocrite, a remark described as Tillman-esque in tone.
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Mark Hanna
Springfield, C
Marcus
Bryan
Tillmanesaque
Indianapolis Politics and Public Officials Feature
The text questions officials and political loyalties in Indianapolis. It notes stock interest in Consumers Gas Trust, potential state injunction delays, and concerns about Fire-chief Barrett and Mr. Bookwalter. It observes election officers’ tax delinquencies and hints at disfranchisement affecting political bosses.
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Gas Trust Company
Barrett
Bookwalter
John Glazier Named Fire Chief Sparks Policy Debate
Residents question the appointment of John Glazier as fire chief and discuss whether the move aligns with city policy. Supporters cite experience while opponents warn of potential shifts in department priorities and leadership style.
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John Glazier
Roosevelt to be chief executive from a to z
The statement notes Theodore Roosevelt may be the only president whose name lacks the letter a while he serves as chief executive from a to z, implying a complete span of leadership.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Anderson Builds New Cemetery Amid Healthful Indiana Boasts
Despite claims that Anderson is the healthiest city in Indiana a new cemetery project moves forward with plans and possible site details. Local officials cite growth and community needs as driving factors for the development.
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Anderson
Indiana
The Sentinel’s “daddy of the charter” remark
The article questions why the child could not escape infamy despite the nickname “daddy of the charter,” suggesting a public inquiry into who shaped a controversial charter and the child’s role in its notoriety.
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The
Sentinel
Mrs Kidder and the talk of marriageable daughters
A collage of quotes from various papers on daughters well raised and well dressed. Fathers discuss dowry and marriage prospects while noting pretense and social judgment in selecting a husband. The dialogue hints at societal expectations and pressures on eligible women.
Social whirl as receptions and weddings fill week
Mrs James Stansbery hosted a Thursday reception at N Delawarest. Mortimer Levering entertained for John Mee Cutcheon and George Ade. Mrs J H Aufderheide honored her sister in law Mrs John Kolmer. Flora Meyer wed Fred Wilkening in a German Lutheran ceremony. Eugenia Fieber married Campbell H Cobb at the bride's Park Ave home.
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James Stansbery
N. Delawarest
Mortimer Levering
John T. Mee- Cutcheon
George Ade
J. H. Aufderheide
John Kolmer
Flora Meyer
Fred Wilkening
Senel
Eugenia Fieber
Campbell H. Cobb
Park-ave
Joseph Chartrand
Cobb
Jeffersonville
Margaret Preefer
James C. Rous
Marion
Minnie Murdoff
G. D. Kimball
Tipton
Nellie Ressler
Manly Gifford
Rushville
Leonora Alexander
Amos Blacklidge
Bedford
Jessie Day
C. O. Cassady
Indianapolis
Richmond
Kate Tubesing
Christopher Fulle
Lulu Yager
George Carter
Mary Swettser
Arthur M. Line
Army
Washington
Free sample of Chamberlain st omach and liver tablets
An advertisement offers a free sample of Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets at a drug store. It claims the tablets are easier to take and milder in effect than pills, with no constipation side effect. Regular size priced at 25 cents per box.
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Chamberlain
Sketches and Songs of a Singer
A fragmentary verse piece explores a college graduate born in Rhode Island who travels the plains with a broncho and a talking safety item. It contrasts college dreams with pioneer life and shows racial jokes and frontier humor. Marie, a served maid, quips about a chest size remark toward the speaker’s wife.
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Rhode Island
Yale
Fortune hides in the least expected places
After a wreck a man with one arm, introduced as Meander ing Miguel, thanks rescuers and explains joy at small kindness. He recalls avoiding self-inflicted sores to gain alms and puzzles the group by his nickname and resilience.
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Charity
Miguel
Photographer Guides Woman to Dress Room for Society Photo
A woman requests a flattering portrait for the society columns. The photographer directs her to a left dressing-room and explains how to pose with a golf stick after selecting a costume.
Buckwheat Cakes and Sausage Bring Frugal Reminder
Edward Singer praises plentiful corn in shock and wheat harvests as he recalls easy times and plenty of food to last the winter, noting buckwheat cakes and sausage as part of a hearty rural relief.
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Edward Singer
Reviving a Carpet with Ammonia Washing
A newspaper note explains reviving carpet colors after relaying. Mix warm water with a tea cup of liquid ammonia in one pail, and clean cold water in another. Wash a carpet square with ammonia water using a small brush, then rinse with cold water and dry thoroughly with a cloth.
Dr. Thomas Eclectric Oil Promoted for Croup and Coughs
An old advertisement touts Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil as a cure for croup throat and pulmonary troubles. It claims relief from pain and broader remedies under monarchs of pain.
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Croup
Sre
Thomas
Morrison's Faust at Park Prompts Standing Room Only
The Park presents Morrison's Faust with the Brocken scene and electrical effects. Trimble plays Mephisto with Saxon as Faust and Marguerite, while a new prologue precedes heaven. Marguerite and Martha appear. the week ends with Faust, and Miss Ambition debuts at the Grand.
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Heaven
Mr. Trimble
Mephisto
Charles Saxon
Faust
Ruth van Vacter
Marguerite
Addie Farwell
Martha
What the Papers Say Political Snippets From 1920s
A collection of brief newspaper quotes reflecting attitudes on race segregation jail rules belief in spiritualists and moral reform. The Detroit News notes Presidents inviting colored brothers to eat at the pie counter while the Cleveland Plain Dealer calls bathing compulsory in a jail. The Buffalo News critiques anti-canteen policy echoing virtuous parents banning cards. The Buffalo Times reports Mrs Piper admitting disbelief in spirits and contrasts with Mrs Eddy.
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Detroit News
Herr
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Buffalo News
Well to Forget
A reflective item describing how impulse drives memory loss of daily unpleasantness and the strain of missed luxuries. The narrator notes enduring family friction and the spread of gossip as common, trivial burdens shaping daily life.
Indiana Deaths List Includes Twelve Elderly Residents
The Indiana deaths notice lists several individuals by name and age across multiple towns including Fort Wayne Greensburg Bridgeton Anderson Washington Whites Town Trenton Elwood Jeffersonville and Ridgeville. Ages range from 57 to 83. Notables include Mrs Sarah J Payne 57 and William B Whiteside 71.
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Sarah J. Payne
Fort Wayne
Brant Beeson
Greensburg
James T. Buck
Bridgeton
Elizabeth Keeley
Anderson
W. I. Hoffman
Washington
O. W. Markland
Whitestown
Marya A. Paschall
Trenton
Elias Todd
Elwood
William 8. Whiteside
Jeffersonville
Henry Smith
Ridgeville
Wedding Breakfast Etiquette Notes
Guests gather around the room rather than sit at a formal table. Service is from a side setup and not from the main seating. Menus should be dainty and simpler than for a formal meal.
Fire damages Mary A. Robinson dwelling at 360 Anderson Street
A morning blaze of unknown origin scorched Mary A. Robinson's frame house at 360 Anderson Street causing about 350 dollars in damage. The incident was noted with a health ad for Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup.
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Mary A. Robinson
Anderson St
Dr. Wood
Bargains in Upright Pianos at Baldwins
Bargain hunters flock to Baldwins for upright pianos offered at low prices. Deals feature multiple models with varying finishes and sizes, attracting home pianists and hobbyists seeking affordable instruments.
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Baldwin's
Bargeins
Trio of Local Runaway and Accidents Reported
Emmet Tucker of Forest Hill was badly hurt in a runaway. Frank Gooden of Terre Haute was killed by electrocution while erecting a steam pipe. Lon Carruthers of Rochester was seriously injured in a gravel pit after several tons of earth fell. rescuers pulled him to safety.
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Emmet Tucker
Forest Hill
Frank Gooden
Terre Haute
Lon Carruthers
Rochester
Daughter of a Millionaire Chooses Wealth Over Love
A Chicago Record-Herald verse critiques a heiress who spurns a humble clerk for her father's soap fortune. The lover proclaims devotion by phone, mishearing his own praise as a cruel insult about soap. The tale ends with the daughter turning away from honest labor toward wealth.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Bankrupt James M Keys Quoted in Forgeries Case
Former Andrews bank cashier James M Keys declared bankrupt after creditors accuse him of preferring Capital National Bank Indianapolis as a creditor. He recently served time in the penitentiary for forgeries uncovered when his bank failed.
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James M. Keys
Andrews
Keys
Capital National Bank
Indianapolis
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