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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1902

Page

4

Beyond Pardon at English's Captures Local Audience

Miss Lavinia Shannon returns in Beyond Pardon at English's to mixed reviews. The plot follows Velma Gould and Beatrice Jerome amid scandal on a battleship Maine voyage, with Prescott’s remorse and a fatal shooting driving the moral arc. Critics fault the crude sensationalism and weak presentation, though Shannon delivers solid readings. Mascagni set for U.S. engagements as Grand Opera House promotes The Ballerinis vaudeville act next week.

Evan Prescott London New York Velma Gould Beatrice Jerome Velma Lloyd Maine Brooklyn Navy Yard Havana Prescott Ison Loyd Theodore Kremer Miss Shannon Seer Hastings Emiane Coca Grand Opera House

Lerni nis acts and vaudeville headline at local theaters

Trained dogs perform tricks while trapeze acts wow audiences. Miss Pauline Hall to headline at the Grand week after next. Wilton Lackaye, star of A Modern Magdalen, praised for Trilby impersonation. Henry E. Dixey, with Lackaye, lauded as a top stage caricaturist. Zoeape Holland and Ferdinand Gottschalk noted for strong abilities in the same production. The Village Postmaster slated for Park Theater next week as a standout act. Sam Rice and the Topsy Turvy Burlesquers close Empire today, with Tiger shows expected next week.

Lerinis Pauline Hall Wilton Lackaye Svengeli Trilby Henry E. Dixey Mr. Lackaye Park Theater Joseph Wheelock Sam Rice the Empire The Tigers

Local Society Notes Show Many Going Abroad and Visiting

Indianapolis society circles feature numerous departures and visits. Mr Stuart Kurtz visits Anderson. Mrs Hawkins travels to Martinsville. Bryn Mawr College terms recur for Constance Lewis and Evelyn Holliday. the Wynn hosts Lew Wallace Jr and family for winter. Bay City and Farmington trips mark several others. A large group heads to New York and Europe. weddings and society events span Rockport to Rockville with church and club gatherings, while garden parties raise funds for Memorial Continental Hall.

Stuart Kurtz Anderson R. O. Hawkins Martinsville Constance Lewis Bryn Mawr College Evelyn Holliday Bryn Mawr Colege Lew Wallace, Jr Wynn Anna Jillson Bay City Mich Katherine Fisher E. C. Sewall George B. Elliott Lake Maxinkuckee Emily Winters East Farmington, Conn John Judah Maxinkuckee P. H. Jameson Francis R.anne Ladies’ Society of the Maennerchor Newton Claypool New York Europe Belle Smith Soo-Chow China Harriet Augusta Prank John H. Oxenford Sarah B. Dudbridge Joy Washington Charles de Pauw Chicago Grand Rapids Charlotte Powell Denver Elizabeth Powell Ramen Florence Coffin Julia Robbins E. E. Hatch Detroit Katherine B. Holland T. Moin Ja Frank O. Tanney William E. English Switzerland Mary Henrietta Colgan Blacherne Cambridge Katherine Dorsey Charles Beard Mrs. Caswell Los Angeles Thomas Taggart Lucy Emily Taggart Miss Taggart de Pauw Jique C. Miller Miller Magnolia Beach Miss Miller Tarry Conversation Club Samuel Elliott Perkins Pennsylvania Street Frances R. Whipple Pleasant Street McFarland Kentucky Marion County John L. McFarland Caroline Scott Harrison Daughters of the American Revolution Fairbanks General Society Washington Memorial Continental Hall Thomas J. Villers First Baptist Church Young People's Society Young People’s Missionary Society Philomathean Club 8. B. Farrabee Lois G. Hufford Carm Williams

Wright Grooms and Groomsites in Union City Social Scene

An Atlantic-leaning social update from Union City details Wright family visits, naval service return from Haiti, and welcoming of guests. The section lists numerous marriages, relocations, college plans, and friendships across Indiana and nearby states, with notes on ceremonies, visits, and society gatherings. References include Miss Emily Grooms of Flint and Mr Harry Wright, the Rev J L Hill officiating, plus a stream of local names such as Henry Meelk Lillian Hanseman and many others in Wayne County.

Wright Wayne County Hymeneal Indianapolis Journal Richmond Ind Henry Meelk Lillian Hanseman St. Paul's Lutheran Church C. Huber Frank Dye Alta Colvin Abington

Home Dressmaking Hints By May Manton

Fancy waists with stole effects and long drooping shoulder lines appear in advance styles and will be worn this season. The illustrated example combines both features with front drapery flattering slender figures, here in white crepe de chine with heavy cream lace appliques. The foundation lining fits snugly and closes at the center front.

May Manton

Designing a Pointed Stocks Fashion Pattern Description

A garment pattern features a draped cape with a wide pointed collar and a fashionable stole-like neckline. Sleeves are full and gathered into pointed cuffs, with a postillion style belt. Pattern 4237 covers busts 32 to 38 inches. fabric options listed. send 10 cents for pattern coupon.

the Journal Indianapolis Ind

Noblesville Couples Wed in Surprise Ceremony

W F Myer and Miss Vivian Dailey of Noblesville wed in the city, a surprise to friends. Also reported, E M Campbell & Co won a $3,000 Richmond bond issue bid at 4 percent, bringing a premium due to bond quality.

W. F. Myer Vivian Dailey Noblesville Justice Lockman E. M. Campbell & Co Richmond Public Library Commission Statehouse Grand Lodge. K. of P Andrew Steffen

Steuben County Trustees Evade Minimum Wage Law

State officials report that Steuben county school trustees are avoiding the minimum wage law by forcing teachers to contract for one or two teaching months without pay before receiving payment. The law requires a daily pay based on a grade calculation, but trustees are pushing teachers to render free service for weeks. Teacher supply exceeds demand while school funds remain tight.

Frank L. Jones Steuben County

Indianapolis Secures National Labor Headquarters Move

Delegates from local carpenters unions and the Commercial Club push to relocate the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America and Canada to Indianapolis. The move, from Philadelphia, brings twenty clerks and up to a half million dollars yearly in business, aided by Indianapolis’ central access. Additional unions like United Mine Workers and International Typographical Union already have or plan operations here, boosting conventions and spending in the city.

Carpenters’ Unions Commercial Club Indianapolis Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Canada Philadelphia Atlanta United Mine Workers West Virginia International Typographical Union of the Saw Smiths Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen Chattanooga Labor Organization

L Alliance Francaise Opens Season With Lectures and Returns

The L Alliance Fran aise opened its season at the Propylaeum with a business focused meeting and reports for the past year. Mes la president Mon sieur Edouard Du Bois presented an address after a reception. Also noted is the death by suicide of Mrs Alice Anderson in Denver linked to a separation from her husband with plans to bring the body to this city for burial.

L'Alliance Francaise Propylaeum Alliance Lst Committee On Administration Monsieur Edouard du Bois Europe Alice Anderson Alice Parent Denver Col

Woman Almost Takes Life With Morphine Swallowing

Mrs. Eliza Cannon of 436 Tippecanoe Street attempted suicide by ingesting morphine yesterday before noon. Dr. J H Ward cared for her for several hours and saved her life.

Eliza Cannon Tippecanoe Street J. H. Ward

Tax Back Taxes Cloud Tom L Johnson Crusade

Cleveland Leader reports Tom L Johnson facing back taxes claimed by Cuyahoga County totaling about 500000 for years 1896 1897 1898 and 1899 while living in New York. Johnson says no debt asserts political motive and has sought injunctions delaying collection with no court action begun to settle the matter.

Cleveland Tom L. Johnson Johnson New York Ohio United States Circuit Court

Note on Berlin convention and Hay message

The Cologne Gazette notes the German government is unsettled about Secretary Hay's note while the London Telegraph reports Berlin signers including Germany favor sending an identical note to the United States. The Koeln Zeitung calls the Washington message unwelcome yet confirms Romania’s missteps toward Jews, underscoring Hay's reminder of European states' ignored responsibilities.

Hartford Courant Cologne Hay Vienna London Telegraph Germany United States Koeln Zeitung Washington Roumania

What One Trust Does for Labor

An employment agent from Birmingham failed to recruit iron workers in McKeesport while two years ago locals accepted UK offers. Conditions in the U S iron and steel trade have improved, with wages similar to England and lower living costs. The big steel trust, formed about two years ago, is likely responsible for improving U S labor conditions.

Minneapolis Tribune Birmingham England McKeesport Pittsburg Big Steel Trust

New York Autumn Gowns Show Varied Styles and Luxurious Trims

The Indianapolis Journal notes a flood of autumn gown models in New York with tight and plaited skirts, blouses, tunics, and capes. Rich trimmings include fur, lace, embroidery, and Oriental bands, with satin faced broadcloth in sage, biscuit, and pale grays dominating. Bold color choices include blues, greens, browns, and reds, while velours and camel’s hair fabrics appear in tailored three piece ensembles and tunic coats.

Indianapolis Journal New York

Morning altercation ends in fatal shot near transit car

On a September day in the city, ae Shallee, a forty year old, was shot and likely fatally wounded by M R Smith amid an argument aboard a streetcar. Shetler served as conductor, Smith as passenger, and the dispute arose over closing a window.

Ee O Ag ‘Orty M. R. Smith Shetler Was & T Smith

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