The Moans of the Rich Reflect on Wealth and Happiness
In a provocative interview William K. Vanderbilt laments wealth while urging the rich to seek purpose through good deeds. The piece argues riches can aid happiness when used to aid others, citing Helen Gould as an example and urging Vanderbilt to pursue charitable work and social service.
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William K. Vanderbilt
Rockefeller
Andrew Carnegie
Willie Vanderbilt
Helen Gould
Mr. Vanderbilt
Evans seeks rail grade crossing guards in Indianapolis
THE SUN reports several councilmen show little enthusiasm for Evans proposed grade crossing ordinance. Evans would require railroads to guard crossings with watchmen bells lights and gates and argues the measure would prevent deaths and injuries. The piece also discusses hospital location debates and political flap over interurban franchise, party labels and recent shifts involving Maguire Beveridge Sweeney and local governance.
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THE
SUN
Evans
Indianapolis
Republican Council
Chronic office seekers vie for local offices
The Sentinel labels Bookwalter a chronic office-seeker as he runs in his third race while Maguire seeks a mayoralty after two county clerk bids. The lingering question tags Hoss and boss with the same description.
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the Sentinel
Bookwalter
Maguire
Hoss
Boss
Anarchy Targets the Crowned Head Amid Popular Rule
A quotation reflecting that anarchy's violence aims at the executive chosen by the people and suggesting the burdened monarch must feel increased unease despite being elected.
Sentinel Urges Maguire For Mayor Seat
The Sentinel endorses Mr. Maguire for mayor and strongly supports his candidacy, with emphasis on confidence in his leadership and vision for the city.
Indiana Day Mention Reflects Political Tension
A fragmented note recalls Indiana Day as a political gesture. reference to governor staff and unrest hints at anti anarchist sentiment and delayed celebration.
Gas trust firm unlikely to enter oil business yet
The statement notes that it is unlikely Consumers' Gas Trust Company has recently ventured into the oil industry. It examines the claim and casts doubt on new diversification into oil.
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Consumers’ Gas Trust Company
Durbin Pride Highlighted by Anderson Indy Rumor
A fragment notes Gov. Durbin as the "pride of Anderson" in Indianapolis, with speculation about regional reverence and political symbolism surrounding the figure.
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Gov. Durbin
Anderson
Indy
Morning Democratic Organ Attacks Taggart Compared to Grant
The piece defends Gen. Grant against drunkenness charges during southern battles and urges the Sentinel to consult its own files. It notes the Sentinel defends civil service rules to limit Bookwalter in police reorganization while criticizing past removals of officers by Quigley and the Board of Safety for alleged winking and laughing.
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Maguire
Sentinel
Taggart
The
Bookwalter
Quigley
Board of Safety
Surgeons Prepare to Give President McKinley His First Cigars
Surgeons announce readiness to present the president with his first cigars since the shooting. The move invites strong opposition from the WCTU and supporters of the administration. Critics may target the president and the surgical team following the attack on Mr. McKinley.
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McKinley
Union League Expels Senator Wellington Over Aftershock Remarks
The Union League of Maryland expelled U S senator Wellington for cruel and treasonous utterances made just after the president was shot. Wellington’s removal from the senate would be hailed nationwide.
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Union League of Maryland
U.S
Wellington
Senate
State House to glow with odd fellows colors and flags
The State House will be lavishly decorated for the Odd Fellows with 3800 electric lights in purple green scarlet and white across three floors and bunting to the roof. Canopy from roof to third floor balcony, festooned balconies and eight dome streamers with flags. Decorations honor soldiers reunions during fair week with hunting bunting hung beneath the dome. D S Musser of Terre Haute guides lighting plans. Maj Kreitenstein coordinates. Illuminations planned for Tuesday to Friday evenings 8 to 10.
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State House
Odd-Fellows
O D-Fellows
Odd Fellows
Indiana
Tle
D. S. Musser
Terre Haute
S. C. Shutt
Maj. Kreitenstein
National Day Association
Sun Spots and Roving Ideas in a Bygone Paper
A collection of quirky notes: poem authorship calls to the Sun office. a Colorado professor seeks ichthyosaurus or pterodactyl remains. figures like Prof McGee and Prof Triggs spark debates on Adam and Eve. temperance and politics mix with sharp barbs about Chicago anarchists and coyotes in Indianapolis. Several short vignettes touch on culture, humor, and current events.
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Mark Twain
Indianapolis
The Sketches and Songs of a Singer
A fragment from a tale titled The Sketches and Songs of a Singer describes a lonely man new to a pleasant clime feeling isolated by the locals. A woman joins him and his mood shifts as he finds joy in the hills rivers and people, ending with a playful exchange about affection.
Political Editorials on Anarchists and Government
A compendium of sharp editorials from Indiana papers debating anarchists, coal trusts, and political leadership. The writers clash over criminality, clemency, and national policy, criticizing party editors and noting independence against Mark Hanna.
Lawn fete for church at Dr Lukenbill home
A lawn fete will be held at 2037 E Washington St Friday evening to benefit the E Washington St Presbyterian church. Dr. O C Lukenbill hosts the event at his home and invites community members to attend.
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O. C. Lukenbill
E. Washington St
E. Washington-st. Presbyterian Church
Emma Goldman Held Without Bail In Chicago Hearing
Chicago justice of the peace conducts preliminary hearing for Emma Goldman and rules she remains in custody without bail. The ruling follows a sealed or pending case related to her alleged activities in the city.
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Emma Goldman
Chicago Justice of the Peace
American Bets Englishman on Boy’s Weight in Railway Station
A humorous exchange unfolds in a railway station as an American wagers 25 that a boy weighs under 70 pounds while an Englishman doubts the claim. The gag ends with a boy weighing money on scales and the Englishman whistling a patriotic tune.
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Ralph
Amusements at the Grand and Empire Halls Next Week
Alexandra Dagmar tops the vaudeville bill at the Grand with a European dog trainer and her acclaimed troupe. The Park presents Thursday farce The Irish pawnbroker with a solid cast. The Empire features the Dammann acrobats, praised as among the best, with a four year old trainee adding a charming touch.
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Alexandra Dagmar
the Park
Suburban quips and social quibbles in witty quips
A collage of humorous exchanges from newspapers quotes suburban manners and social contrasts. The snippets feature Housemott Teaspout Gayboy and Gotham characters with light mockery of doctors, debts, and city versus suburbs.
Quaker Humor and Wit on Life and Ladders
A humorous fragment features quips on manners and class from the Manayunk Philosopher and Blobbs. Observations touch on occupation pride, judging by clothes, drinking, music taste, marriage, and a vacation mishap about Wig.
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Blobbs
What the Little Shoes Said
A short verse where two dusty shoes speak of tiredness from watching a child all day. They wish to carry him away so he stays up and the shoes rest, lamenting their duties and the master’s long days. The speaker is a child’s perspective from Our Little Men and Women.
Traditional Remedies for Children and Digestive Ailments
The text extols castor oil as the best medicine for children’s bowel issues, claiming its superior effectiveness over vinegar. It notes that in severe diarrheal cases Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy should be given after the oil acts, and mentions it being sold by all druggists.
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Chamberlain
A Day at the Farm by Lawrence T. Dresser
A dawn farm tableau shows Allers rising before sunrise and cool water on the face. Milking done, horses harnessed, and heat building as cornfield sun blazes. The speaker notes weary toil, child calves calling, and a long hot day ahead under a bright, moonlit sky.
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Lawrence T. Dresser
Riley Controversy Over Poem Attribution Cited
The New York Sun corrected its quotation of a Riley poem to credit James Whitcomb Riley rather than Eugene Field. It notes Riley is alive and remarks on the muse seeming retired.
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Mr. Lawson
Sun
Eugene Field
James Whitcomb Riley
Riley
New York Sun
Hashed Potatoes Breakfast Stew Method
Peel and chop cold boiled potatoes and moisten with a little milk or water. Add butter pepper and salt. Cover and simmer on a gentle fire for 16 or 20 minutes. Stir occasionally and serve hot for breakfast.
Wonder Workers Cure Claimed by Cascaréts Candy
Advertised medical cure Cascaréts for chronic constipation praised by publishers as a quick, permanent remedy sold by Druggists Candy Cathartle with 10 25 and 50 cent sizes.
Anarchist Threat Praises God While Ruler Persists
A fragment observes an anarchist who may strike rulers but is unable to kill the ruler of the land of no snow. The piece contrasts violent intent with divine blessing and enduring sovereignty.
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Snow
Village booster praises Podunk for bright future
Mr. James Varrity and Mr. James Harrity, visiting in Podunk, Apple Creek, and Jasonburg, hail the southern towns and see strong business potential. Harrity, a wealthy Minnesota manufacturer, notes Apple Creek leads in business possibilities and lauds Jasonburg’s promising future after visiting last Tuesday.
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Podunk
James Varrity
Apple Creek
James Harrity
Harrity
Jasonburg
Minnesota
New six foot screen height and chic curtain mesh debut
The standard screen height rises from five to six feet and new mercerized mesh curtains with raised chenille figures draw favorable notice. Hand polishing replaces chemicals for mahogany and oak, while cretonne counterpanes and white bedding remain fashionable as pillow shams fade from view.
To Amuse the Baby
Practical notes describe using a string tied to the baby's toy to keep the child entertained and prevent loss of playthings. The caretaker loops the string to a fixed object so the toy remains accessible when the child drops it.
Personal Matters and Political Figures in Daily Life
City sanitarian Clark favors an old muscular pipe with a crusted bowl for flavor and fittingly small tobacco portions. Senator Fairbanks shows interest in young men, giving advice and assistance, while reserving patience for the lazy and listening to workers.
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Senator Fairbanks
Two Whens and a Vanished Glory in a Silent Tale
A poetic fragment recalls the ache of vanished glory and wounded pride. It contrasts a single day’s power to banish charms with the fading glow of golden fancies, hinting at a lost triumph and the truth behind bravado.
Alsatian Bow Dominates Early Autumn Millinery
The Alsatian bow with many wired loops stands out as a prominent ornament in autumn hats. It shifts from black taffeta to velvet and bright colors, with Persian velvet also featured. A fine wired Alsatian bow crowns flaring felt hats and requires only two ostrich plumes for completion.
Officers Named for City Board in 19th Century Record
The document lists officers including John H. Holliday as President Henry Eitel as Vice President Howard M. Foltz as Treasurer and Charles S. McBride as Secretary. This snapshot captures the leadership of a local board as recorded in a historical issue.
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John H. Holliday
Henry Eitel
Howard M. Foltz
Charles S. M’bride
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