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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1901
Page
4
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A Sunday afternoon blaze in Syracuse Indiana resulted in a reported $50,000 in property damage. Fire crews battled the flames and contained the fire to the involved structure. No injuries were reported.
The question contrasts Cleveland's use of coddling to describe protection with why he would not apply muddling to the Wilson tariff, implying a stylistic inconsistency or political rhetoric choice in discussing policy.
A reflective note describes the new century as born in a minute extending across the globe, stating it took a full day to usher in the new era, with the moment needed to occur worldwide.
Citizens of Indianapolis plan an inaugural ball next Monday night to honor incoming Governor Winfield T. Durbin. Organizers promise a grand, season defining social event with notable attendees and citywide festivities.
Bryan winds up a century of Democratic party strategy and ponders the new era ahead. The text reflects on historical leadership and questions future direction for the party’s guiding vision and tactics.
The Philippines yield more than five hundred hardwood species and a few will likely be displayed at the Buffalo exposition next summer.
The State Board of Health of Missouri says over one hundred counties report smallpox cases and that current quarantine efforts have proved ineffective.
Editorial readers could mine the Bryan and Cleveland fiascos for material. The Cleveland Democracy proves fertile ground for critique, while Bryan’s own fiascos offer similar ammunition for a rival paper.
A claim notes coal merchants export coal to Russia while Russia’s development is questioned. It argues that development requires a developed people, implying mutual economic exchange hinges on national growth.
The piece argues that Italian counterfeiters held in New York should have been deported on arrival but, since that did not occur, they now deserve penitentiary terms as the next best measure.
The text notes Cuba diverges from the U S in its proposed constitution by granting a six year presidential term and making the president effectively perpetual. The commentator compares this to Mr Cleveland’s stance in the United States.
A speculative note on Cuba's future national life as the century opens. It questions whether Cuba will build strength and influence or follow other South American republics into insurrection and revolution.
Mr. Underwood of Alabama declared in a House speech that the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments were failures. He compared the claim to a murderer arguing that the fifth commandment Thou shalt not kill is a failure for the same reason.
The quoted passage alleges further oppression of Porto Ricans by Americans and notes trolley lines transporting Porto Ricans to and from their work and business.
Fragmentary text notes Spanish policies affecting Porto Rico and peoples in the Caribbean, reflecting historical tensions under colonial rule and the long shadow of governance on local life.
The United States now holds per capita wealth of $1,232.00, four times the $308.00 per person recorded in 1850. The comparison shows a fourfold increase in average wealth divided among all citizens.
A Louisville grand jury indicted forty one prominent gamblers and charged two Despatch publishers with libel. The Despatch had long attacked gamblers and gambling houses and allegedly overstepped with its charges.
Public school pupils of New York contributed the sum of 27907 to Galveston Texas pupils. The act shows American generosity by children and sympathy for distressed people, helping to ease sectional strife between North and South.
The article ponders U S growth potential, noting past greatness and considering expansion by annexing British North America and Mexico as a possible but unlikely future path. It questions whether another century could surpass prior expansion.
The Legislature, composed of men with the state's best interests at heart, should advance the good of the people and political purity. While mistakes are expected, no member is anticipated to betray the public trust.
Guidance on using the emulsion in infant bottles and for older children states a dosage of one fourth to half a teaspoonful for babies and half to a teaspoonful for older children, dissolved in milk. It claims immediate positive effects for mother and child and notes availability from druggists priced at $1.00 from Scott & Bowne chemists in New York.
The text portrays a split within the Democratic Party with Cleveland and Bryan factions each prepared to make concessions to bring back “prodigals.” Both sides accuse the other of feeding on husks for four years and anticipate four more years of political struggle, signaling deep factional tensions.
The piece argues that defeating the Hopkins apportionment bill serves fair dealing and patriotism. It condemns proposed cuts to representation in Maine, Kansas, Nebraska and Indiana and an increase for Louisiana where voters have been deprived of rights. The author urges retirement of the bill's author.
The text argues that states restricting suffrage should not gain full representation. Representation in Congress and the electoral college should reflect the number of citizens who can vote. Those without voting rights are not represented and must not boost the power of those who deny them suffrage.
Only Statesman and Artman remain as candidates before the Republican caucus. The Marion county delegation favors Artman, signaling a strong start, but opposition from other counties may shape the outcome. The caucus will decide who prevails.
Philip Danforth Armour, Chicago multimillionaire packer, died at 5:45 p.m. Sunday from myocarditis after a bout with pneumonia. He amassed about fifty million dollars through shrewd judgment and energy. A philanthropist, Christian, and patriot, he leaves a son to run his vast business and wealth.
The article notes President Harrison has shifted positions on whether the Constitution follows the flag and on ship subsidies. It states he previously favored duties for Hawaiians under U.S. authority and ship subsidies, aligning with Republican policy, but now his reversal lacks a clear explanation. The piece emphasizes his generally strong record on both questions.
If the United States ends the practice of senatorial courtesy, the Senate would gain public respect and confidence by removing an obstruction used by foes of progress to block legislation for the country’s best interests. The passage argues that senatorial courtesy has become self defeating and harmful.
The passage laments outdated senatorial rules as cobwebs in the chamber. It urges sweeping out useless trash to restore efficiency and proper action by the Senate and its constituency.
The passage argues that Democratic led cities like New York and Chicago exhibit crime and corruption. It claims crime profits from official protection and throngs of street violence without police interference, posing a warning about national safety if similar control spread.
The piece compares two potential federations Australia and Cuba. It argues Australia may form the better government due to its Anglo-Saxon population and liberal constitution, while Cuba’s mixed Spaniard and Negro heritage and provincial structure are seen as less favorable. It notes Australia would differ from the U K style governance by not having a sovereign over the federation.
The last year of the century brought record prosperity with a $645 million trade surplus, about $25 million more than before. Per capita money supply stood at $28.19, the highest on record, signaling strong prospects as Americans begin the new year with confidence and discipline.
The next Monday electors nationwide will assemble at state capitals to cast votes for President. The November 6 election did not finalize McKinley’s election. voters' instructions to representatives dictate meeting on the second Monday in January to vote for McKinley. The joint session in the House of Representatives will count and announce the result on February 18, 1901, with the Senate present and presiding.
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