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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1901
Page
2
The Greensburg Standard reports that two hundred census workers will be dropped next week reducing the permanent force to seventy five. Western Democratic congressmen react to calls for surrender of the Philippines and a note on debts or deviations for a sum of 100 dollars and 1235 is mentioned.
There is no external evidence that Bryan will cease to erupt for some time despite word from his friend Cleveland. The report notes ongoing activity and suggests the eruption may continue.
Two years after claiming McKinney prosperity among farmers was only apparent the New Era now reports the same farmers are reveling in wealth highlighting a shift in tone and assessment of farmer fortunes.
The New Era reports a newly built stone arch bridge five miles west of town costing 380 dollars. Abel Ewing led the petition and push for the bridge, near his old homestead north of the structure. Glidewell and Wickens opposed the Ewings, using sharp tactics.
The New Era criticizes a high protective tariff as benefiting a privileged clique, arguing farmers are reveling in wealth while urging Americans to vote against tariff interests. The piece mocks Glidewell’s call to align against farmer allies, noting the irony.
The piece cites Grover Cleveland defending Democracy at a Tilden Club dinner in New York and William Jennings Bryan criticizing his old ally. It contrasts Cleveland’s claim of principled leadership with Bryan’s accusation of secret deals, corporate influence, and weak reform measures under Cleveland’s administration.
Second child of Queen Victoria, born November 9 1841 and christened Albert Edward, Prince of Wales. Educated at private schools and Oxford and Cambridge, he held numerous titles and duties, traveled widely, married Alexandra in 1863, had five children, and became a celebrated royal figure with vast engagements and public influence.
The Rush County Republican caucus selected W A Stockinger as the nominee for County Superintendent to succeed Prof A L Gary who recently resigned. After six ballots Stockinger led with four votes and was declared the nominee. The following day sixty six ballots gave stock the job as Auditor Owen L Carr broke the tie. Stockinger, a Ripley county native, taught in St Paul Manilla and Carthage and is a senior at the State Normal. He married Alma Phillips of St Paul and is praised as a hardworking teacher.
The New Era editor, once neutral, finally rejects Bryan while praising Grover Cleveland as a reformer. The piece notes Republican papers publish Bryan to push Democratic doctrine, but argues the editor now favors the “stuffed prophet” and turns Bryan down.
The statement evokes a dramatic scene as Glaidewell replaces Bryan’s image with a wall blank. Critics compare the moment to earlier political sleights resembling Allen W. Clark’s notoriety and its chilling echoes.
London reports King Edward III gravely ill with peri typhlitis. Buckingham Palace confirms a surgical operation and a hopeful recovery as doctors note improved condition and continued uncertainty. The crown’s ceremony is indefinitely postponed.
James A. Meek of Sandusky Indiana announces Bowker Fertilizer Co as a leading national producer with factories in Cincinnati Boston New Jersey and New York. He offers reliable shipments in 100 pound bags and guarantees full value for every dollar invested while canvassing Decatur County for customers.
A July Century reminiscence recounts a mutual newsroom past between a journalist and the Premier Lord Cowper, who recalls a sixpence bet and pays it, illustrating shared loyalty and democratic fellowship amid public duties and a tense illness scene involving the Chief Magistrate’s son.
If you wish to buy sell or trade farms or town property call or write Indiana Real Estate Office Hamilton block northeast corner of square Greensburg Ind for details.
Second son of the king born July 3 1865 and christened George Frederick Albert Duke of York. He entered the navy in 1877, served on Bacchante, became lieutenant in 1885 and commanded Torash in 1890. Made heir apparent after his brother’s death January 14 1892 and married Princess Mary of Teck the same year. He is Grand Master Mason of England with three degrees and fifteen orders, five foot six, of slight build, weak constitution, cold manner, harsh voice and unpopular.
Ptolemy Philopater owned the Thalamegon a 312 foot long 45 foot deep nuptial yacht with a gallery supported by carved columns. Inside were temples to Venus and Bacchus. The masts rose 100 feet with sails and cordage of royal purple.
A simple kitchen practice for mutton chops instructs boiling the meat for about two minutes before cooking. This seals the albumen with a white skin that helps keep gravy from running out during cooking.
In Chicago the Post reports a woman faces a grim choice to sing in the choir in exchange for funds to buy a new bonnet. The dilemma frames social expectations and community actions surrounding a small town church scene.
A census bulletin reports Decatur County with 1 1444 farms, 1 870 with buildings, and 229 899 acres of which 184 309 are improved. Land value 7 328 110 dollars and buildings 1 598 360. Machinery 284 880 livestock 1 310 930, other farm products 1 833 965. Farm labor 123 040 and fertilizers 42 580.
Millions have been sent out of state to buy life insurance. The State Life of Indianapolis offers similar or better dividends and keeps funds in Indiana. It touts strong laws protecting policyholders and invites readers to sign and mail a coupon to J. E. Caskey in Greensburg, Indiana.
Clyde A. Staaa invites patrons of the New Rural Routes to await his visit for the best mail boxes recommended by the Postmaster General. Prices are reasonable and buyers are urged not to purchase until he can review options in person.
A short notice states that all kinds of job work are carried out at this office. The message emphasizes versatility and readiness to handle varied clerical and light manufacturing tasks for local clients.
Sunday excursion from Greensburg to Indianapolis on June 29 1902. Special train 9:00 a m return 7:00 p m arriving about 8 15 p m round trip 1 00. Also Cincinnati route same date with 9 00 a m departure and 7 00 p m return arriving about 9 10 p m 1 00. Franklin and Martinsville trip departs 9 25 a m returns 6 00 p m 7 03 p m in Martinsville and Franklin respectively 1 00.
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