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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1910
Page
8
A distraught young wife endures a hard stint in her husband’s shop while he wastes money on drink and insults her. Dix urges women to demand respect and fair pay for labor, and to leave if needed, illustrating with examples of cruel spouses and strong wives who seize independence.
Dagstairs and Mrs Dagstairs chase a green lavender hat in Paris shops during a lavish wedding trip. Their constant longing ends abruptly when a road collision foils their plan to buy it, leaving them with regret and a comic souvenir. The hat, nearly a fate of romance and irony, becomes a memorable symbol of desire and misfortune.
A man with a fine rod and shining varnish tries an odd fishing method and reels in a one pound trout without playing it. The fish is brought to the tip of the rod as a bystander jokes about climbing a pole to reach it.
A correspondent vents about a woman described as Sneakaboo who listens at doors and intrudes on privacy. The writer notes the woman works at a department store, robs families of privacy, and suggests scolding, pity, or psychological manipulation to remove her from the home. The piece calls for decisive action to restore domestic quiet.
A faded romance vignette describes a frigid courtship between a woman and a man from the North Pole. Both endure cold weather as they fall in love at first sight and marry, living afterward in contentment and quiet happiness.
A speaker questions a scarf and chiffon options while noting arms and shoulders are visible. The dialogue mocks weight and agility, joking whether a heavy person can be a good bird nun and suggesting a featherweight would suit better.
A disabled boy named Mickey Dolan lies in bed with a treasured bat and glove. He imagines pitching drops and making double plays to cope with leg sickness. His mother, unaware of the sport’s details, watches him smile as he "plays" and finds happiness in imagined games.
The article traces lingerie ribbons evolving to half inch bands and larger bows on petticoats, noting a pink birthmark shade on one girl and forecast velvet as a medish trim. It highlights velvet dresses, reception coats, carriage coats, and evening velvet ensembles as the most beautiful, signaling a fashion peak.
A short, practical note advises on improving the neck’s appearance. It suggests loading up on steep dietary measures, fattening foods, and various exercises. It advocates wearing a dark collar band and using peroxide, followed by gentle lanolin massage for skin care.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls a gathering where Mrs Shelley's poetry is discussed and read aloud. Mister Shelier appears as the poet Percy Shelley, with the narrator Pa reacting to the scene and the women present. The tale shifts to a later reading of an ode and a teasing exchange about future performances.
A New York Pribture description highlights vivid hats and brocades in violet silk and black and gold, including a gray violet ensemble and a royal blue satin decor. The piece notes a connecting link between furniture and fabrics through intricate quilting and decorative bands, all showcasing bold color contrasts and elaborate detailing.
Magistrate James Carey presided as a lawyer defended a client who disliked him. The attorney found a coin on the floor and mocked it as the judge suggested it belonged to him. The judge retorted that if the coin were larger he would have missed it. Then a joke about a pleased customer and law mowers followed.
Mrs Roswell and Elizabeth debate a telegram from Ethel about her return. The message shifts from Wednesday to Tuesday causing confusion about the train time and arrival. Aunt Mary notes the style is odd and mocks the idea of telegraphs dictating plans as family discusses the meaning behind the coded words.
A poetic dialogue blends mythic imagery with a friend’s creation tale. It describes visions from light, a floating truth, amber crown, rainbow sympathy, and Kisses with tears. A jester’s cap theft triggers self thoughts as the crowd follows. The speaker notes the friend’s unwed status and hints at arrival stalled by a late boat, a playful exchange about docking time.
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