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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1900
Page
4
Bosses and conventions mold the Republican race
The piece blasts party bosses in Indiana and national circles, arguing they control nominations. It claims conventions have lost weight as leaders like Hanna and Quay shape decisions, turning elections into puppet plays where candidates are chosen by the top bosses rather than the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hlanna
McKinley
H ‘Epublican
Spogemagen
Tomi Platt
Ork
Matt Quay
Pennsylvania
Ohio
Indiana
Indianapolis
T _hey
Hanna
Republican Party
Lugubrious Altgeld Holds Albany Speech
The piece critiques former Illinois governor Altgeld for a somber Albany address, calling it a gloomy performance with only denunciation and little argument. It notes Democrats’ campaign mood, contrasts with past rhetoric, and urges a more constructive, hopeful approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Altweld
Illinois
United States
Albany
N. Y
Igeld
Independent
Indecent Show Debate Stirs Community Figures
Newspaper notes a sergeant compelled to attend scenes, rejection from the Empire venue sparks indignation. Citizens urge Marion County Republicans to back Griffiths to protect the county ticket amid threats of its destruction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Empire
Urnal
Marion Inty
Griffiths
Abolition of Trolley Wires and Election Reform Debate
A railing against trolley wire networks as a menace calls for abolition and modern streetcar systems within a short time. The piece discusses voting machine fraud risks, suggests buying machines and enacting safeguards, and notes Democrat plans to make Indiana a campaign elocution center led by Bryan. It critiques county book auditors as either finding nothing or being highly self‑possessed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
McCulloch
Indiana
Bryan
Notable Women Figures in Suffrage and Writing History
The article surveys Carrie Chapman Catt and Abby Morton Diaz as prominent suffragists and wartime activists, recounting a journalist interview episode and Diaz’s Civil War era contributions. It also notes Miss Alice French Octave Thanet, her pen name origin, and her early writing career including a rejected Communist's Wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Chapman Catt
National Woman Suffrage Association
Washington
Albany
Catt
Long Island
Abby Morton Diaz
Young Women
New England
Alice French
Octave Thanet
Octave
Thanet
Miss French
Andover
Mass
Abbot Academy
New York
Kipling
The Richest Man in America Rockefeller Profile
The article portrays John D Rockefller as the richest American living in New York with a philanthropic focus. It notes his wealth, philanthropy, musical family talents, Chicago University gifts, and residence in the so called millionaire block near Fifth Avenue. It also mentions his Cleveland origins wife teachers and his church work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
New York
John D. Rockefeller
Standard Oil
Rockefeller
The
Chi
Miss French Forever At Labour Meeting Provokes Cheering
A prominent woman, praised for aiding workers, delivers a speech and is cheered as a benefactor. The presiding officer jokes some men fear she will remain Miss French Forever. Oshkosh reports Miss Hester D. Jenkins named English professor at Constantinople American College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss French
Oshkosh
Wis
Hester D. Jenkins
J. H. Jenkins
German National Bank
American College
Constantinople
Turkey
Gwen Griffiths
University of Chicago
The Songs and Sketches of a Singer
A fragment from a humorous collection shows characters discussing weather fashion neighbors and a possible marriage proposal. It includes a self declared tramp defending his identity and a playful exchange about life guidance and lost socks. Characters include Mrs Rivers Mrs Banks Mrs Waters and Mr Grouchman.
The Impossible Exchange Of Absurd Questions
An observing man notes some people ask absurd questions while recounting Jones asking him what a street newsboy was shouting. The exchange highlights humorous misunderstanding and social chatter.
Serpentine dancer altered by sudden glow
A bright red flash lights the serpentine dancer as the harmless one shares a quip with his friend on the balcony. He teases a shift in perspective, likening it to a lecturer’s method of viewing events in another light.
The Sage of Hawville and the Free Parks
A poet muses on Hawville parks, spring life, and the joy of liberty. He imagines airy spaces, birds, and townsfolk enjoying nature until a sudden rebuke echoes: a police copper orders a trespasser off the grass.
Ransdell Delivers Brief Senate Oration
The Sergeant-at-Arms, Ransdell, surged into the senate chamber to deliver a concise message from the House. The Washington Post praised his clear delivery, self assurance, and natural oratorical grace in a brief, pointed speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ransdell
Senate
An Or
House of Representatives
Water filter plan clashes with politics in Philadelphia
A collection of editorials and quips across several papers notes Philadelphia will spend a million dollars to filter its water but not address political reform. Jokes abound about Dewey, Otis, and vice presidents while real issues like doctors for garrisons and tariff policy are touched on in satirical form.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Anderson Bulletin
Macrum
Terre Haute Express
Admiral Dewey
Marion Chronicle
Hogate
Dodge
Griffiths
Haggard
Durbin
Posey
Grover Cleveland
Dewey
Plymouth
Philippines
Otis
Delphi
Laporte Herald
Muncie News
Society Swirls With Weddings and Dinners In Town
Miss Hattie Todd and Terre McKeehan to wed at the bride’s home northwest of town on Wednesday night. Miss Dora Kiefer to marry next week after luncheon by Miss Beatrice Byers at the English cafe. The Boys’ club holds its annual meeting Wednesday with President W J Richards hosting luncheon. Miss Estelle Miller and Rev Joseph L Stout wed Monday night at Flackville M E church with Rev W E Erwin officiating. Receptions for Dr Ellison and dinners hosted by several couples through the week. The Mannerchor Easter dance set a new standard with 3000 roses, allegorical pictures, greens lattice, and a grand march led by Mr and Mrs John P Frenzel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattie Todd
Terre McKeehan
Beatrice Byers
Dora Kiefer
W. J. Richards
Estelle Miller
Hiram Miller
Joseph L. Stout
Flackville M. E
W. E. Erwin
Muncie
Dr. Ellison
HB. C. Atkins
J. B. McCoy
Mannerchor Society
John P. Frenzel
Newlyweds in Union Station Booed by Crowd of Women
Thomas R. Spurgeon of Terre Haute and Miss Louisa Pearl Berger were married and arrived at Union station to find a crowd of young women chanting We are just married. The bride was pinioned with a placard and thrown at, before the couple, urged by the bride, rode on as the train began its journey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas R. Spurgeon
Terre Haute
Louisa Pearl Berger
N. I Minoisst
Union Station
Special fast train to Cincinnati and back on Sunday
A special fast train run by the company departs for Cincinnati and returns Sunday April 22. It will stop at Aughville Conneraville en route via Oxford and Hampton, with fare noted as 1.25 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Co. i
Aughville
Conneraville
Oxford
Hamton
Amusements Review of Butterflies and Burlesques
The Grand stage hosted The Butterflies with Frank Camp as Fred Ossian and a crowd-pleasing dog on Mrs. Stuart-Dodge’s entrance. The cast drew praise for comedy, with Miss Shannon, Camp, and Carleton Macy delivering strong turns. A weak note about Isham's Octoroons and the Empire burlesques follows, describing delays, suggestive acts toned down by a Seeley dinner display and police intervention during the afternoon performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Camp
Fred Ossian
Stuart-Dodge
Miss Shannon
Andrew Strong
Miriam Dodge
Carleton Macy
LaVerne
Adelaide Warren
Company A Reorganized as Indiana National Guard Unit
Adjt gen Gore and Maj Miller mustered the Twenty fourth company of infantry Indianapolis into the Indiana National Guard Monday night. The unit, formerly Company A 138th Volunteer Infantry, drew over 75 applicants with about 40 former members. Elected officers include Captain James Little first lieutenant A J Hull and second lieutenant Clayton Gwanup. Armory will be at 102 E Washington St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adjt
Gore
Maj. Miller
Infantry
Indianapolis
Indiana National Guard
138Th Volunteer Infantry
James Little
Leutenant
A. J. Hull
Clayton Gwanup
South
Washington St
What the Papers Say and Diverse Quotations
A collage of quoted lines from major US papers critique politics and society. The items span topics from presidential prospects to gender views and a mishap during a war illustration shoot.
Multiple city notices and civic actions reported in brief
Bond posted for Flora Marsee estate administrator Hiram Brown. Grace Oglesbey fined and imprisoned for loitering. County rejects compromise on $3,400 claim against ex Recorder Shilling. Rev. Lewis Brown bans marrying divorced persons and Sunday funerals. Fireman Mankin critically injured in factory fire. Post office boosts rural delivery to four districts. Francis M. Dice to remain Indianapolis supervisor. Indianapolis Liederkranz to mark 29th anniversary with concert. M CA night school supper elects officers. Mrs. Sarah Pollard, 93, Army nurse, buried in Indianapolis. Eva Clark given to mother Matilda Aufderheide after custody dispute. Seymour water rental suit in federal court. Big Four to run an Ohio special on April 29. Aquatic Club reports officers. houseboat to be rebuilt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Oglesbey
Daly
Lewis Brown
St. Paul's Church
Mankin
Cones
City Hospital
Post Office Department
Francis M. Dice
Indianapolis
Indianapolis Liederkranz
St. Mary’s Hall
Ernest Knodel
William Mackey
Charles Schmidt
Sarah Pollard
A. B. Gates
N. Meridian Sr
Eva Clark
Matilda Aufderheide
Allen
Aufderheide
Sarah Clark
Vermont St
Farmers’ Loan and Trust Company
New York
Seymour
Big Four
Ohio
Columbus
Indianapsons
The
Aquatic Club
H. T. Hearsey
H. D. Hammond
Miles W. Burford
P. A. Hinds
W. H. Robson
Woman Finds Kidney Cure in Dean's Pills
Indianapolis resident Mrs. Valentine Niberger reports long standing kidney complaints improved by Dean's Kidney Pills. She praises the remedy after physician treatments failed, noting her son also benefited from the medicine sold at Henry J. Huder's drug store. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo N. Y. is sole maker.
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Hawville
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New York Journal
St. Paul Dispatch
New Jersey
Cleveland Plain-Dealer
Pettis Dry Goods
Charles F. Meyer
Huder
Wyoma
Hiram Brown
Flora Marsee
Anapolis
Dean
Valentine Niberger
Alabama Street
Dean’s Kidney
Henry J. Hu
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. C
Sole
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Barbara Friitchie
Frome Sykes
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the Wonderful Lamp
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