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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1901
Page
4
The Senate approved the Hay Pauncefote canal treaty on Monday by a 72 to 6 margin, as reported in the Greensburg Standard. The item notes the decisive Senate action and provides the newspaper’s standard dateline and page context.
The railroad earnings for November increased 11.5 percent over November of last year signaling improved transport revenue.
A proposal to revise the tariff law is portrayed as dangerous if handed to enemies of the protective system, signaling strong opposition and concern over weakening import protections.
Last week the bank cleasings rose by 19.2 percent and Duno and Co report business at a high tide, signaling stronger activity for lenders and finance houses.
Blizzard conditions disrupted weekend travel in the Northeast while heavy rain and flooding affected parts of New York and Pennsylvania. Officials urged caution as floodwaters rose and power outages were reported in affected towns.
A congressional bill proposes appropriating seven million dollars for a building to house the Supreme Court and other government offices. The measure signals continued federal investment in judicial and related facilities.
Donald McCallum was nominated for Batesville postmaster by the President on Monday and the Senate promptly ratified the nomination.
Four men were found frozen in Indiana on Saturday all under the influence of liquor. W. K. Bayler aged 70 years of near Waldron was among the unfortunate group.
The Hanna and Foraker camps in Ohio ready for a sharp contest to control the state legislature. The piece suggests Ohio Republicans could gain by adopting Indiana’s party harmony.
Mrs Lola Bonine is acquitted in Washington DC of murder after a long trial. The jury may have adopted a variant verdict of guilty but not proven as suggested by the testimony heard.
The text portrays Boéra Tarrington of Indianapolis, a rising Indiana author, as contemplating a political career and a bid for legislative office. It comments on the expectation that an Indiana man will engage in politics, noting the natural fit of a politician from Indiana.
The article argues the country is better off than in 1896 with doubled business volume, higher wages, full employment, and increased farm output, noting the end of Democratic financial woes and general national improvement.
The Fort Wayne congressman introduces a measure to extradite Taylor and Finley from Indiana to Kentucky for crimes they were not part of. Kentucky and Indiana Democrats oppose state rights, calling the move a strange overreach.
On motion of Senator Fairbanks the joint committee extended an invitation to Secretary of State John Hay to deliver the memorial address for the late President McKinley. Hay is praised as an exemplary choice with close, cordial relations to his chief.
A reader to THE STANDARD proposes a single management electric line looping 110 miles from Indianapolis through Shelbyville Greensburg Clarksburg New Salem Rushville Morristown back to Indianapolis. The writer argues the plan merits serious consideration and would aid capitalists and residents, urging Fagit township to back the enterprise.
Washington dispatch reports two court reports on Rear Admiral Schley after the Santiago campaign. The majority condemns him on eleven points for delays and errors, while Admiral Dewey signs a minority report defending him on key matters. Also included are unrelated scientific notes praising American astronomy and research.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt argues against tariff revision amid prosperity. It cites 1892 worker pressure, recalls 1890s debates, endorses reciprocity and commercial treaties, and aligns with McKinley and Roosevelt on keeping tariffs intact. It warns public sentiment favors stability over change.
Sir Robert Ball professor of astronomy at Cambridge is visiting Chicago after years of planetary observations and travels. In a University of Chicago talk he discussed tides and Earth's rotation, saying the ocean washing slows the planet a bit each year and that Earth's spin has varied over deep time, once changing from one day every six hours to today’s twenty four.
In the House yesterday Representative Robinson of the Fort Wayne district introduced two measures on fugitives' extradition. One seeks inquiry into governors' refusals to issue papers. the other would let U S marshals execute papers if a governor would not recognize them. Critics call the proposals ignorant demagogy and a threat to state sovereignty.
A testimonial from Mrs. K. T. Snyper of Troy Ohio describes scrofula with neck swelling improving after six bottles of Hood's Sarsaparilla. She claims the neck lesion healed and she did not suffer recurrence.
A fragment notes a figure who taunts state sovereignty by attacking the government and elevating a deputy U.S. Marshal above state authority, signaling tension between federal and state power.
Townsend Reed & Co. operate engine and steam shovel on the grade near Fairland to build fills. A temporary swamp creek bridge and Brandywine iron bridge are set to arrive in two weeks. Track from Fairland to Shelbyville expected by early January with a trip to Fairland promised within a month if weather allows. A traction company committee from Shelbyville Indianapolis and Greensburg met Batesville officials to seek a franchise for the extension to Batesville. A gravel pit at Fairland will supply ballast for the line.
Greensburg Masons announce a Friday night banquet for the new consolidated lodge with about two hundred covers. The program includes lodge opening and installation, an address by Frank E. Gavin, and toasts on Consolidation The Older Craft Harmony The Younger Craft with a benediction by Jno W Potter and adjournment to the G A R Hall.
A. J. Snell of Summer Hill New York feared pains in the stomach that might worsen, but a friend recommended Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. He bought a bottle, took two doses, and was able to enjoy the party. The remedy is sold by Batterton.
This paper prints obituary notices free if not more than 20 lines and charges for longer obits. Cards of thanks and society resolutions count as advertising. Church notices are free unless a paid admission event. such events are charged at full rates. G A R and related societies follow church notice rules.
A claim that the “Mystic Cure” can radically cure rheumatism and neuralgia in one to three days. The advertisement asserts immediate relief and removal of the disease cause after the first dose. Priced at 75 cents and sold by Alexander & Co, druggists in Greensburg.
A note notes silk umbrellas suitable for Christmas gifts and directs readers to view them at Bpohn's on East Bide AJ square.
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