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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1910
Page
4
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The House Progressives assert their new rule cannot function as intended amid Republican opposition. Lawmakers warn the measure may falter on enforcement and collect impacts on party cohesion and legislative workflow.
As our people grow richer and we can increase our tax collections without increasing our tax rates, Indiana will invest in better roads, aiming to improve infrastructure while maintaining tax levels.
Indiana lawmakers redraw districts for Ripley County to determine whether it gains a full representative or a fractional seat. The question hinges on population shares and apportionment rules under state law and the new district map.
With Brown County as the population center, Abe Martin rises in national attention. A statue of Abe should mark the geographic center and symbolize local heritage.
Across the continental states, the ten year gain averaged 21 percent while Indiana rose only 7.3 percent, indicating Indiana did not keep pace with the nation.
The remark notes that while people praise good roads in principle, they resist funding when asked to pay. It argues that willingness to pay diminishes once costs are demanded, implying a gap between opinion and taxation measures.
A political jab recalls Uncle Joe Cannon allowing progressives to amend their rule if needed. The remark suggests generosity over mockery and rejecting the boast of “I told you so.”
The passage notes every living Indiana politician visiting Washington for the next twenty three months will be closely watched and, if they visit the White House, their mission will be recorded as a conference with President Taft on Indiana political conditions.
A Democratic representative claims Indiana is more anti Republican than pro Democrat. The observed election result shows Indiana voters sought to discipline the Republican party amid its internal quarrels rather than endorsing the Democrats.
The Indiana State Legislature convenes on Thursday January 5 1911 and the liquor issue dominates debate. Democrats are expected to split on the topic and risk voter backlash no matter which stance they take.
The article notes that this winter the states will consider the proposed Sixteenth Amendment for ratification. It would empower Congress to tax incomes, a power previously deemed unconstitutional. Public sentiment favors ratification nationwide except Rhode Island, with two thirds of states expected to approve. This would be the first amendment since the Civil War.
Representative Crumpacker proposes a parcel post act to benefit small towns and farmers. It would allow parcels up to a weight yet unspecified to be carried by rural free delivery along the carrier's route from the originating post office to patrons on the route or to town for delivery. Parcels from other post offices cannot be carried on the route under this act.
Advertises special prices on new and second hand engines 10 to 40 HP starting at £150. Also offers second hand corn shredders clover hullers separators and saw mills at low figures. Promises to refund railroad fare to purchasers who bring the ad. Requests inquiries for prices on Trip Kros fertilizers.
Senator Proctor of North Vernon Indiana introduces a bill to replace county local option with township and ward options a $1000 license a 1000 population per saloon a 60 day license suspension for first violation and license forfeiture for a second He aims for a fair law balancing liquor interests and temperance objectives removing the issue from political battles.
The article analyzes options after the latest census. It compares raising House seats from 391 to 440 versus increasing population per district from 185 600 to 240 000. It notes Indiana could lose seats if numbers stay, and argues many states may support 440 to keep current representation.
The piece outlines debate in the U S Senate over Lorimer of Illinois as bribery ties surface in Illinois and Indiana caucuses. It notes confessed guilt by Illinois bribed legislators and unconfessed claims from Indiana, with questions about fair election and Kern’s statements.
A Colorado man’s son Johnny leaves college as a football star rather than scholar. He uses athletic prowess to confront crime in his hometown, drawing danger to himself and earning respect as he fights gamblers and ruffians with skill and courage. The tale ends with Johnny becoming a leading state figure.
A theater agent defends hired applause for Rachel by detailing a night of extreme ovation and subsequent curtailment. He describes leading the crowd with thirty three entr’actes and multiple cheers, then apologizes and vows to adjust his tactics for future performances.
A veteran telegraph operator explains code numbers used in signaling. He notes 30 means good night or end of story, 31 signals the need to repeat train signals, and 13 asks do you understand. Other codes include 19 for unsigned orders, 24 with road-specific meanings, 73 for best regards, and 23 as skiddoo.
An English tourist recalls visiting an Illinois state prison where 208 inmates attend chapel services twice weekly, with only twelve not participating. The governor notes the contrast and quips that in Illinois most respectable people do not come to prison.
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