The Downfall of a Rogue in Indianapolis Politics
An editorial reflecting on the John M. Higgins bribery case, praising his conviction and criticizing municipal corruption. It argues most rogues are among city officials, cites corporations seeking public favors, and urges stricter candidate screening to restore public trust. It names Indianapolis and Elkhart as examples of ongoing graft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Higgins
Indianapolis
D. M. Parry
Bar of Justice
Elkhart
Higginses
Oom Paul in Europe Faces Official Recognition Challenge
The narrative notes Paul Kruger as he lands in Europe and launches a vigorous public defense while generals Botha and De Wet keep Lord Roberts and 200,000 British troops marching in the Transvaal. It warns that European powers must weigh official recognition against England’s disapproval in a costly political misstep.
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Paul
Botha
Dewett
Roberts
Transvaal
Dom. Paul
England
Kruger
Austria Convicts Women by Sending Them to Convents
The article argues Austria avoids imprisoning women by sending them to convents for any crime. In these religious houses women are treated as inmates and guided back to virtue through divine intercession.
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Austria
Women and virtue under male guidance
The text argues that women are pure when mentored by men and corrupt when left to themselves. It claims ambition differs by gender, kindness and protection restore self respect, and that assigning women to religious duties would reduce female crime.
Call for a Better Indiana Primary Election Law
A letter argues for a caucus style reform in Indiana to replace weak primary laws. It calls for larger districts, longer six hour voting, and voter registration to curb cross party fraud. Emphasizes ending boss influence and ensuring candidates are chosen by legitimate means.
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Indiana
McKinley Endorses Gold Standard and Open Door Policy
In a Union League banquet speech in Philadelphia President McKinley lauds the election results as an endorsement of the gold standard and expansion of markets. He stresses American credit, the inviolability of public faith, judicial authority, peace, and honest war memory under American authority in the Philippines.
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Union League Club
Philadelphia
McKinley
China
Philippines
Corn leaps hint at dry winter for citizens
A fragment suggests corn tangibly rising as a sign of a forthcoming dry winter, implying hardship for many residents. The note blends rural weather signals with urban concerns, reflecting period anxieties about drought and supply.
Big-Headed Children Need Scott's Emulsion
A fragment-laden note argues that children with long thin necks are seen in every school and suggests cod liver oil from Scott's Emulsion can build up their poor bodies. It laments lack of gray matter and fitness, warning school alone won’t help.
Americans in the Philippines debate and letters from Manila
Chaplain Miller of the Fourth U S Cavalry denounces a prohibition paper's Manila crime claim after night patrols finding few drunken soldiers. He praises the canteen under post exchange control and denies debauchery in the Philippines. The piece also notes extensive trade deficits and various home life opinions, plus letters from Elkhart soldiers abroad describing Manila life and local feasts.
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Chaplain Miller
Fourth United States Cavalry
Manila
Philippine Archipelago
Post Exchange
Miller
Philippines
Roosevelt Passes Ice Trust Case To Voters
The New York ice trust prosecution is nearly abandoned by the state and Governor Roosevelt says he will "pass it up to the people at the next election." This move, tied to his campaign rhetoric on a democratic ice trust, may affect public perception of his sincerity and political tactics.
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Elkhart
Walter Leusch
Baler
45Th
Manila
Billie’ Rohrer
37Th Regiment
Smith Howlan
Will Rohrer
Ro. Darling
Doraro
P. I
Joe Parmeter
Fred Ostatag
New York Ice Trust
Roosevelt
Ice Trust
Oppose Ship Subsidy Bill Gains a Wealthy Few
The argument for a new ship subsidy bill is that it would revive shipbuilding, but critics say it would tax the general public to enrich a few. They ask why tax for this industry when inland waterways could lower transport costs and benefit the nation as a whole.
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Friends
Truths far from unfriendly to Indianapolis mayor Taggart
The Peru Chronicle argues Truth would soften toward Mayor Thomas Taggart if he visited the sturdy town and walked its asphalt streets. It suggests Taggart’s stance on a paying question might shift under resident scrutiny.
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Peru Chronicle
Thomas Taggert
Indianapolis
Taggart
The Bremen Enquirer Marks Fifteenth Anniversary
The Bremen Enquirer celebrates fifteen years since its founding by Brook H. Bowman. He recalls how hard sledding was at the start and notes the growth from a Washington hand press to the current plant equipment. The paper earns praise for its progress and persistent effort.
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Bremen Enquirer
Brook H. Bowman
Washington
Mr. Bowman
Times
Enquirer
The
Teller Defends Free Silver Knowledge and Record
Senator Teller asserts free silver is not forgotten and boasts unique familiarity with the issue. He contends no other man in the nation is better acquainted with that concept and its implications.
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Teller
Senator Teller
Senator Agnew Warned Over Trust Law Talk
A fragmented quote cites Senator Agnew being cautioned about discussing trust law during a hearing with Attorney General Taylor. The exchange hints at scrutiny of official statements and the potential for misinterpretation in legal matters.
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Agnew
Taylor
Duatis
Papa Zimmerman Tries to Appease Over Daughter's Trip
The father drops his icy stance and attempts a pleasant posture as his daughter plans a travel route to Japan and China via the United States, drawing attention to family tensions and travel plans.
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Papa Zimmerman
Japan
China
United States
Bernhardt to be paid $1000 a night in this country
The report states actress Sarah Bernhardt will receive $1000 per night for performances here while M Coquilin will be paid over half as much as she is.
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Elkhart Dry Goods Company
AERO
Sarah Bernhardt
M. Coquilin
Baptist Record Opens in Logansport Under Rev Huckleberry
The Baptist Record debuts in Logansport with Rev. Huckleberry guiding the new paper. The editor’s name is noted but is not suggested to influence the paper’s future direction or candidacy.
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Baptist Record
Logansport
Huckleberry
Aguinaldo Wounded and Hamstrung in Pursuit
Report notes Aguinaldo suffers a gun shot wound in the stomach. The foe argues only a hamstringing can stop him effectively.
The childlike faith of Joe Bailey in the future of the democratic party
Bailey expresses optimism that the Democratic Party will win next time though he admits he has no more bets to place on its success.
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Joe. Bailey
Democratic Party
Joe
Bryan Questioned Over Chestnut Issue in Pennsylvania
The report notes Bryan’s advocacy faces scrutiny as an announcement claims seven chestnuts to a burr are raised in Pennsylvania. The statement links to his public focus on this rural agricultural concern.
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Bryan
Pennsylvania
Cuban Leaders Avoid Duels as Gottschall Stays On Island
Cuban politicians avoided publicly challenging newspaper men to duels while Col. Joshua B. Gottschall remained on the island, signaling caution in political media relations during his tenure.
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Col
Joshua B. Gottschall
Kendallville to Consider Incandescent Electric Light Plant
Goshen residents and the Kendallville city council discuss installing an incandescent electric light plant. The measure aims to modernize municipal lighting and improve street illumination.
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Goshen
Kendallville
Football fans fear game entering early decay
Spectators worry after Saturday's games about fading quality and a decline in the sport's vigor, with critics blaming scheduling pace and player safety concerns for the trend.
Wages versus ambition quotes from Philadelphia labor note
A Philadelphia Evening Post line contrasts a laborer who works merely for pay with higher gains, noting that simple toil yields only wages rather than advancement or profits. The remark reflects early 20th century views on work, value, and opportunity.
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Philadelphia Evening Post
Aguinaldo Shadow Chase Noted By McArthur
The report suggests General McArthur refuses to acknowledge pursuing any hidden threats connected to Aguinaldo, maintaining a stance of certainty despite lingering questions.
Cranberry Harvest Prospects for Helk Hart Crop
Despite a small overall cranberry crop, early signs point to Helk Hart achieving sufficient harvest to meet demand. Growers expect adequate supply to fulfill local needs and suppliers anticipate steady deliveries through the season.
Salt price blamed on salt river shipments after election
The high salt price is attributed to the large number of Bryant items sent along Salt River during the recent election, causing shortages and price increases.
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Salt
Lincoln's early friends outnumbered by Dewey's gunners
A compact line notes that Lincoln's early allies are fewer than the listed gunners supporting Dewey, highlighting a contrast in numbers between two historical figures and their backers.
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Lincoln
Dewey
Hall's Catarrh Cure Promises Deafness Cure
An ad proclaims a constitutional remedy for deafness caused by inflamed Eustachian tubes and catarrh. It asserts nine of ten cases stem from catarrh and offers one hundred dollars for any case of deafness not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure.
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Hall
Woman Arranges Her Own Funeral in Galveston
Katharine Ault a widow of Galveston Cass county arranged her funeral details before death. She placed chrysanthemums at the pulpit stands in the church chancel then returned home to set her affairs and wardrobe. She told friends she felt her death would come soon and died the same night. coroner and physicians deem natural causes.
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Katharine Ault
Metropolitan
Kokomo
Galveston
Cass County
Christian Church
Sausage Factory Probe Cited by Health Officials
Secretary Harry of the state board of health quotes Dr. Vaughn of Ann Arbor University about a Toledo sausage factory using condemned meats. Worms and parasites found in some meat, with no Ohio law against manufacture but a law against sale. The officer says such products are mostly sold in Indiana. 23 sausage poisoning cases reported there last summer.
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Harry
State Board of Health
Vaughn
Ann Arbor University
Toledo
Ohio
Indiana
Best selling Electric Bitters praised by Belleville druggist
Abraham Hare of Belleville Illinois calls Electric Bitters the best selling tonic he has handled in 20 years. The product tones the stomach regulates the liver kidneys and bowels purifies the blood strengthens nerves and builds up the system for weak sickly and run down people priced at 50 cents and sold by local druggists.
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Abraham Hare
Belleville, C
Chas. D. Rushton
Houseworth Bros
LaGrange County Linked to State Statistician Elect Deputy
In LaGrange County word spread that B. F. Johnson, state statistician elect, will appoint his chief deputy from the county. W. A. Wilkins, secretary of the fee and salary commission, has been mentioned for the post.
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LaGrange County
B. F. Johnson
W. A. Wilkins
Fee and Salary Commission
Law aims to ease school fund loans by removing fees
The Indianapolis Press reports the coming legislature may pass a law letting county auditors loan the school fund more readily. Stagnation stems from a 6 percent interest rate and fees charged by appraisers, recorder, auditor, and other officers. The bill would remove these fees to boost loan activity and increase school revenues.
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Indianapolis
Endorsement of Doan’s Kidney Pills by Victim of Kidney Pain
A Carriage painter from East Jackson street describes poor kidney health corrected by Doan’s Kidney Pills after medical treatment failed. He reports back and overall relief from backache and urinary irregularities after using a box purchased at Houseworth Bros. dry store. Doan’s Ointment is offered for skin conditions with a free sample by mail from Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
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Elkhart
J. H. Ives
East Jackson Street
Indiana Buggy Company
Dean
Houseworth Bros
Doan
Foster
Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
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Materia’s
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Albert Black
Ladies’ and Children’s Union
Wright
Jaeger
Albfet Hosiery Co
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Eliahart Dry Goods CO
Fices Linns
Paris
Goodyear
Marseilles & Hovey
Marseilles
Rman, Proprietors
Elecaart
Ind
Truth Publishing House
Canada
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Scott
Biel
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LaPorte
New Mexico
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Helkhart
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