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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1906
Page
4
The piece argues Theodore Roosevelt may chart an independent 1912 bid, noting how past presidents like Cleveland rose and fell. It doubly references public unpredictability, shifting policies, and the chance that a Democrat or Socialist leadership could emerge by 1912. It also mentions Gorky and immigration scrutiny amid Russia's turmoil.
The piece criticizes Ella Wheeler Wilcox and William Randolph Hearst style moral essays. It parrots that happiness depends on self development rather than wealth, arguing that even the rich can be unhappy and that happiness comes from inner realization.
The article discusses happiness as independent of money and status, critiques elites like Gaylord Wilshire, and cites Theodore Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan on income tax. It mentions the Shubert theater network and opposition to the theatrical trust, urging a flexible income tax to curb billionaires. It quotes mixed opinions on socialists and political figures amid a broad cultural scene.
The Boston Herald questions Indiana Republicans platform phrases calling for rigid anti-trust enforcement under Roosevelt. It mocks the lines as bold or foolhardy and ponders whether voters are fools, debating political license and Roosevelt’s potential Senate bid.
A historical note chronicles Bara Barnhardt’s tour including Texas venues and Indiana Lakeview Park while New York chatter centers on triumph over the theatrical trust. It lists Shubert control over major houses in New York Boston Chicago Philadelphia Brooklyn Washington Pittsburg Syracuse Rochester Providence Baltimore and beyond with key engagements among stars and managers.
A column reflects on unprecedented national wealth and booming foreign trade, noting US commerce near three billion by 1906. It critiques Senate debates on polygamy and Mormonism, the Gorky controversy, and Ham Lewis facing contempt of court, while praising growth in industry and commerce.
A damaged OCR piece laments spelling reform and unlearning old habits, questioning learning norms and role of preceptors. It shifts to Indianapolis citizens and a mayoral request about a boy learning baseball and leap frog, hinting at civic expectations and schooling.
Signal engineer J G Russell urges block signals and interlocking on all railroads to cut accident risk, citing state laws and Interstate Commerce Commission recommendations. S D McCall comments on President Roosevelt's popularity and Senate potential. John A Gates of Chicago analyzes Dowie dubiety and end of a controversial era.
The piece notes reformers pushing a primary election law deemed unworkable by courts. Judicial interpretation highlights complications and reformers suggest features worth considering. Gov Folk urges parties to stand for something as editors discuss party positions amid the Missouri and Kansas City journal context.
Kansas City Journal notes Miss Ida Tarbell will publish a forthcoming article in inexpensive magazines. The piece aims to reveal a terrible affair and urges readers to follow its release to avoid missing crucial details.
An editor discusses Lewis Carroll as a mathematician who valued poetry, recounting an anecdote with a trigonometry instructor. The piece reviews literary figures Owen Wister and Andrew Lang, and mentions Grace Alexander’s novel tur atm, praised for its vivid Ohio setting and strong character drawing.
In Washington during her last visit Sarah Bernhardt critiqued the puritanic capital, comparing it unfavorably to Paris for lacking leisure spaces. Julia Marlowe praised all her roles, stressing that true success comes from loving a character and patient study of nature. Bronson Howard warned the stage is overloaded with scenery and flashy clothes, predicting a reaction against excess. A comment on Royalty and a royal spill hints at public fascination with triumphs and mishaps in high society.
The piece recounts humorous and satirical snippets about work and life, citing a western mill story where a strong new worker learns by example from an experienced hand, plus reminiscences of C A Brandenburgh, a diverging mix of anecdotes about the Barbara B yacht, a Jacksonville waiter, and a Fargo high school graduate who learns the risk of job mobility. It also includes quips from Prof Eugene Girard on food adulteration and barber shop banter about brand changes.
The Baltimore Herald notes a rising mood among voters after a Chicago speech by Congressman Longworth saying everything is getting better. The piece frames a symbolic honeymoon in political life lasting more than a month, signaling cautious public optimism.
Lillian Russell plans a new play at Laat featuring a comedy without music. Public reaction to her voice matches longstanding opinion. The herald notes her evolving stance and hints at favorable reviews ahead.
A federal customs decision regards an exe with its shell removed as legally an eax. The remark signals a broader stance on file types and government views. The statement hints at deeper debate within government service circles.
Fragmentary historical report notes Dalliver accusing new actors of consulting railroad officials, while Aldrich and Foraker countered, positioning themselves in a late Baltimore sum context. The readable text hints at political maneuvering and inter-party exchanges during a contentious episode.
An excerpt from Life In America contrasts anglers with beasts, praising trout and detailing careful fishing practice. It recalls spring treks to mountain streams and quotes a dialogue about big trout, urging stealth, sharp hooks, and constant watchfulness to land the catch.
The Hon. John Wesley Gaines denies to Tennessee constituents that he will attend the theater. He asserts theaters admit only actors, so he will not go unless he becomes an actor.
A verse describes a nameless, unnoticed woman whose quiet acts heal others. Her priceless youth and loving heart, though unseen, inspire mercy and kindness as she moves through life with stealth and purpose.
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