Indianapolis Sun Masthead and Date
The Indianapolis Sun publishes daily except Sunday from the Sun Building at 123 and 125 Bd. Onlo Street. Willis S. Thompson is listed as publisher. The issue is dated Tuesday September 8, 1908.
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1908
Page
8
The Indianapolis Sun publishes daily except Sunday from the Sun Building at 123 and 125 Bd. Onlo Street. Willis S. Thompson is listed as publisher. The issue is dated Tuesday September 8, 1908.
A seasoned view on ad writing urges simplicity and clear thought. It argues that advertising words must persuade dollars, not merely amuse, using eye reachable language and concise talk to capture readers quickly.
A letter from Osgoed Indiana argues that the people will govern by adopting the Democratic platform in the coming election. The writer, a Republican by label, asserts dissatisfaction with the Republican party and predicts a Democratic victory in November.
Maud asks about belief in vaccination and Beaste replies with a wry joke about vaccination keeping his sister from the piano for a week. The exchange reflects casual attitudes toward health measures in the period.
A Western politician seeks a Chinese port consulship and defies the secretary by offering to answer a question in Chinese. The secretary will only appoint someone who speaks the country’s language. The politician grins and volunteers to answer a Chinese question and gets the post.
A discussion argues whether marriage vows justify or justify not divorce. It cites cases of a daughter abused by a husband, a drunken, violent spouse, and a man exposing a mistress at home. The essay questions whether absolute fidelity is feasible and whether future harm to children justifies separation or divorce.
A Victorian garden report analyzes acre yields at $4,000 per acre and current returns of $2.50 per acre, with two acres producing $5.90. Projections suggest substantial future gains as land improves, with experts forecasting annual output rising as land regains value after treatment. The commentary notes stubborn land and potential long term gains.
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