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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1899
Page
4
The piece outlines subscription terms for The Sun and its advertising paths, then critiques Indiana political figures. It accuses Taggart of lax charter enforcement, praises Bookwelter for integrity, and questions the handling of a sword purchase and a cash dispute. It also notes Gov Mount's plan to back a legal fight against an insurance trust.
The Indianapolis mayor asserts law enforcement under his administration, likening himself to Munchausen and Jonathan Swift. The city is described as a long standing literary field, and writers’ groups may welcome his audacious stance.
The text notes Beveridge’s pride in the warm reception from the people and suggests that temperate speech would be unlikely given the favorable circumstances, while reflecting on a prior letter ad dressed to Mexican veterans. The article implies strong public appreciation for the senator’s reception and honors.
The writer condemns John Turner who killed his wife by slashing her throat with a razor. He suggests such criminals deserve life imprisonment rather than mere months, urging harsher punishment for men of his ilk.
The piece mocks Beveridge as a vice presidential candidate choice, joking that a bottomless weaselskin would drain quickly and suggesting his candidacy is unlikely. It uses satirical tone to critique the idea of his viability.
A dramatic remark notes fifty eight deaths attributed to the importation of black miners to replace striking workers in Illinois and questions the effectiveness of current laws and government.
A fragmentary remark suggests England avoids open war with the Boers by bluffing and diplomacy to delay conflict until she can mobilize troops and artillery for the Cape region.
The Sun notes a split campaign with a prohibition nominee as fallback and contrasting tactics. It mentions ten school-board candidates urged to publish platforms and references Alger withdrawing from Michigan to relieve the people of confusion.
The text suggests Mr Taggart plans a full fissed bar in democratic headquarters to bolster a campaign. It hints at environmental issues and a slow campaign trajectory, with the Sentinel as a potential factor in the race.
A collection of anecdotes features James Voorhees of Washington 28 as private secretary to Governor Williams of Indiana and tales of Gen. Manson visiting the governor, a Memphis cafe steak mishap, Julian Ralph in Europe discovering green corn, Ruskin interactions, and Rudyard Kipling anecdotes. The pieces illuminate 19th century public figures and cultural figures in witty vignettes.
Amusements note the new Grand stock company debuts with Jim the penman as the opener. Miss Shannon and Allan Patton draw applause while new actors like J Fleury Kolker Carlton Macy Geoffrey Stein and Violet Rand win audience favor. The rest of the program includes Lord and Lady Aley with Empire theater stars William Faversham Jessie Millward and a burlesque headed by May Clark Van Osten.
The Indiana weather bureau notes scarce rain and northern frost with late planted corn drying early. Potatoes damaged by drought and sweet potato outlook poor. Apple crops are good in many orchards, especially in the north. Ploughing delayed by dryness. pasture is dry and cattle fed as in winter.
Advertisement notes a 1.50 round trip from Louisville to Philadelphia area on September 24 with a special train leaving Union Station at 7:20 AM and return from Fourteenth Street at 7:10 PM. Neckbands offered as a free add on shirts by Progress Laundry Pel. 1121.
The Week at the Park features the new Superba with features old and new, including the whale capture scene, Pierrot’s nap troubles, a laughable billiard bit, and vaudeville turns. Heloise Dupont’s monologue divides the audience. the Superba and Pearl Ford’s roles receive praise as ballet sequences shine. Standing room early in the evening hints the Park may set a record.
Fred Riders Moulin Rouge extravaganza opens at the Empire, featuring Larry Leroy's spade dancing and a bevy of performers. Weston sisters, J Gaffney Brown, Sam Collins, Minnie Cline, and the act Rastus headline the week long show with afternoon and night performances.
Notices record Miss Vivian Greene will spend the winter in California. Mrs. Carroll Carr will sing at a 2 musicale in Shelbyville on Tuesday night. Daisy and Bessie Hendrix plan to attend Bloomington University this year. Miss Mabel Schmidt left Monday for Vassar. she is president of the Vassar Students Association. Ray Lawson held a birthday party Monday for his sixteenth at 717 BE St Clair St. he received many presents. Nellie McCarty and Carl C Ousley wed Monday at St Vincent's Church. the groom is city editor of the Louisville News. Mr and Mrs Calvin Fletcher hosted friends Monday and Tuesday at the home of their daughter on Broadway. it marked the fiftieth anniversary of their marriage and the twentieth for Dr and Mrs Wasner with gold decorations and flowers.
A Central Ave resident urges the county commissioners and street car company to authorize a temporary foot bridge across Fall Creek during the bridge erection. The writer notes heavy street car patronage beyond the creek and argues for direct downtown access to prevent hardship on northern residents.
Isidor Wulfson from Indianapolis condemns a Catholic Record editor’s anti Semitic remarks on the Dreyfus case. He argues Jews show loyalty to the United States through history and service in wars, denounces the slander of divided allegiance, and questions Chomel’s standing in anti Semitic circles. He cites Jewish wartime sacrifices and calls for accountability.
Advertisement claims Chamberlain's Pain Balm can heal sprains in a few days with free application. It also purportedly treats rheumatism cuts bruises and burns and is sold by all druggists.
An illustratedguide shows remodeling a summer dress into a winter house dress with a silk fichu new stock collar and possible skirt ruffles to disguise fade and soil. It describes blue striped chalice dress with lawn robe and blue china silk ruffles and a long skirt with a possible train and contrasting border. A tunic silhouette with hidden side seams and smooth back coats the trend, while bustles fade and women wear multiple skirts under evasive tunics.
Editorials and quotes from multiple papers discuss Gen. Alger’s decision not to seek the senate, noting the need to live down calumny. The items mix political opinions and sensational chatter about public figures and inventions.
For New York receptions tickets go on sale Sept 26 27 and 28 with return from New York by Oct 4. Washington reception tickets go on sale Sept 30 Oct 1 and return by Oct 6. For details contact agents or W W Richardson D P A Indianapolis Ind.
An old remedy claims to soothe teething pain and diarrhea in infants. Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup is advertised as calming, gums softening, and wind colic relief at twenty five cents per bottle.
Old volunteer firemen plan a Thursday meeting in Superior Court Room No 1 to swap memories. Out of town visitors will be greeted at Sherman House Jackson Place by a committee identified by the members old volunteer firemen badges and escorted from the hotel to the meeting venue.
Open from a. m. to 9 p. m. at St Anthony's Sanatorium with best mineral water in the state. Hot and cold baths available anytime. Expert attendants for ladies and gentlemen. Claims cure for rheumatism and stomach kidney liver disorders. All invited to try the water on W Washington Street car line. Lauler Bros., Proprietors.
The Big Four offers reduced round trip fares from Indianapolis to Chattanooga for the Sept 18–19 reunion and monument unveiling. Excursion rates include 3.35 to Atlanta, 3.10 to Knoxville, departing Chattanooga Sept 20 evening or Sept 21 morning, with return by Sept 23. Train leaves Indianapolis 6:20 p.m. Sept 18. Tickets and sleeping car accommodations at Big Four offices and Union Station.
Stanton bz Withite photographs at Ponder’s Photo Studio in 229 Massachusetts are praised for their artistry. Also advertised is a CHICKERING PIANO for sale by Wulschner & Son of Indianapolis.
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