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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1905
Page
4
The Star argues Memorial day should honor the fallen and educate youth about patriotism, not become a veterans day for ballgames. It urges remembrance of the sacrifices that preserved the republic and warns against drifting from the day’s original meaning amid political chatter.
City council urged to stop approval of the Indianapolis Southern railway franchise tonight until every provision is fully known and debated. Critics accuse the Board of Works of rushing the deal, risking lawsuits and harm to the city, while officials are blamed for safeguarding only corporate interests.
The article quotes Rider Maggard noting that 2001 Colorado workers face high living costs and limited comforts, comparing to England. It argues Americans are better off overall, with more spending power, better wages, housing, and family well being despite higher prices.
The piece contrasts American living standards with England’s and warns against labor splits over socialism. It notes Haggard’s comments on wages and diet, then argues for firm opposition to socialist influence and predicts a division in organized labor. It also urges finishing the Fall Creek Boulevard project after a court decision blocks earlier obstacles.
Mrs. Charles Warren Fairbanks, wife of the vice president, said it is far too early to discuss presidential candidacies for 1908. She emphasized that Roosevelt has several years to serve and warned against premature boom efforts that might fade by 1908. Many think the timing of any nomination talk should wait until clearer sentiment forms over the next three years.
Dr Washington Gladden, a leading protestor in the case, analyzes sentiment from hundreds of letters and newspaper commentaries to draw conclusions about the Rockefeller controversy. The piece outlines public reaction and Gladden’s interpretation of the debate dynamics across religious and civic lines.
Dr Washington Gladden reflects on two weeks of letters and clippings about church funding and Rockefeller millions. He notes mixed views among ministers and laity, urges higher moral ground, and stresses aid to the poor over amassing wealth. He fears insufficient funds threaten Christian work and laments working families’ struggles.
City notes the armory committee will convene at 1 o clock Tuesday afternoon at the Commercial club Maf. Hi. Conde estimates about 0.00 will be needed and hopes to value that sum shortly. Fireman's Bon Dies reports Guy Adama 17 son of William Adama a city fireman died Sunday of typhoid fever funeral Tuesday. YM Co A offers Study Japanese class to study the Japanese empire Rev A J Francia in charge. Independents to entertain Wednesday night at Marion club with smoker vaudeville and John L Grimtins speeches. Married Francis W Thames 73 of Dunreith and Anna Milla 70 of Indianapolis unite in marriage at Mrs Mills home 610 Divisionst. Both are Friend preachers and knew each other for years. They were to marry in March but Thames illness prevented.
For Tuesday April 13 1905 the astrologer warns of health issues and quarrels if caution is not taken. It notes misfortune in money and that a child born on that date may not be lucky unless born at a fortunate hour. A female child could marry an elderly person.
Secretary Shaw learns his classified service need. Three nominees to fill a driver post prove unqualified for the job. The most suitable candidate is already a grave digger at St Elizabeth's Hospital, Washington.
The San Francisco Call recounts Rudyard Kipling meeting Senator Quay in Beaver for book talk and tea, then drafting a telegram to publishers about his impressions. The Baltimore Sun adds a tale of a Virginian bragging about bravado and a westward rival who jokes he covered too much territory.
A San Francisco Call item recounts Speaker Cannon dining at the Arlington with an Illinois farmer. Cannon claimed his board cost six dollars a day and served seven ears of green corn. The farmer quips it would be cheaper to board at a livery stable.
A fragment recounts General Boukholimoff as veteran of the Turkish war and attacker of the staff council with naming of Gen Lintavitch Hag. The wording is unclear but centers on Russian military leadership and a noted staff chief.
A garbled 19th century style collage quotes royalty and public figures in a quirky mix. The czar debates indemnity with a minister while a humorous aside about Japan, a Russian holiday, and a duke learning railroading humorously collides with refers to beef trust Garfield and April showers.
A crowd of cowboys volunteers to chase wolves and bears as a ceremonial hunt is organized for the president. Citizens discuss Rivsling Bros donating an elephant for the shoot while circuses may offer animals to the hunt, including Barnum, Batley and Walter Main.
A westbound passenger train wrecked in Bedalia yard on November 3. Fireman Anderson of St Louis was killed and Engineer Rogers of Helena injured slightly when the engine and two baggage cars left the track and overturned. The wreck was belated by small accident.
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