State charities board defends secrecy amid prison reform critique
A Sun editorial argues the State Board of Charities hides information from the public, claiming openness would curb discipline. It cites the Woman’s prison and Girls’ reformatory and Jeffersonville reform school as examples of coverups and urges new investigations for public benefit.
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State Board of Charities
Indiana
Board of State Charities
Woman's Prison
Girls’ Reformatory
Jeffersonville Reformatory
Woman’s Prison
Incidental Expenses and Ballot ballot Stability in Primaries
Discussion of itemized expense statements by city candidates in the Republican primaries questions the use of incidental charges and whether affidavits naming spenders should be required Ward workers estimate spending from 1000 to 1500 at primaries while candidate statements show little proof The piece notes the risk of top ballot positions influencing votes and suggests a round robin ballot to reduce bias It also covers tax board actions against Indianapolis street carrier and remarks on Hanna and labor strikes and the declining veteran population urging faster monument dedication.
Experts Should Not Seek State Tax Board Jobs Now
The passage suggests experts avoid asking the State tax board to hire them during hot weather. It hints that such steps could paralyze wealthy older men who have long stayed up at night to evade taxes.
City dispensary doctors warned by Svengali Lockman influence
The City dispensary physicians were not sufficiently versed in psychological phenomena to avoid being influenced by Svengali Lockman.
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Svengali Lockman
The Squire Known as Lockman at the Dispensary
In local chatter he is called the squire not the judge, with his nickname tied to his role at the dispensary.
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Lockman
the Squire
Kipling
Alfright
Great Kipling
Riverside park streetcar line shelter to ease desolation
A shelter at the end of the Riverside park streetcar line will improve the area’s appearance, making the terminus look less desolate and more welcoming for riders and pedestrians.
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Riverside Park
Board of Works Remonstrates with Harry Adams
A notice urges Harry Adams to expedite oil work and show proper respect to the Board of Works, highlighting delays and the need for prompt compliance.
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Harry Adams
Board of Works
Precipitation Dampens Indianapolis Praying Efforts
Thus far the moisture levels hinder the praying activities in Indianapolis. Clergy and congregants hope for clearer skies as forecasts show continued rain.
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Indianapolis
Mayor Taggart and Crawford Fairbanks tied to campaigns
A local political commentary questions Mayor Taggart's independence while Crawford Fairbanks appears to control his actions through influence over a beer campaign. The piece mentions Thomas as a candidate and hints at health board leniency toward physicians in the dispensary amid broader party intrigue.
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Taggart
Crawford Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Thomas
Crawford
Col Walker Reinstated to Public Salary
Colonel L N Walker resumes drawing a public salary after a period of absence. The move draws scrutiny from observers concerned with accountability and fiscal policy.
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Col. Ln, Walker
Names and Nonsense: Tales From Public Figures
A collection of short anecdotes from literature and politics. Saint Foix charms a barber with a debtor’s delay and a beard that endures. Mark Twain tweaked war talk in London. Father Pettit’s heaven sermon meets a baseball yell. Champ Clark reveals a self styled rise from James Beauchamp to Champ.
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Mark Twain
London
Engand
England
Transvaal
Gladstone
Lord Salisbury
Lord
Ledger
Father Pettit
Milwaukee Dioecese
St. Raphael’s Church
Madison
Unions and trusts price control sparking consumer concerns
A montage of editorials notes tension between labor unions fixing wages and trusts setting product prices, raising questions about where the consumer stands. The clippings reference relief efforts, Boer War coverage, and civic donations, suggesting a era of economic and social debate with varied public figures and events featured.
A Circus Full of Thrills and Interesting Features
A Wednesday circus captivates the audience with daring trapeze acts and classic clowns while families praise the old time show. Seals perform impressively as horsemen, riders, and a lively hobo band entertain. The crowd fills the tents as excitement and nostalgia mix in the arena.
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Grandma
Grandpa
Uncle Witt
Sousa
Kipling Poem Fragment and Literary Snippet Row
A clipped poem and scattered prose fragment mix Kipling parody with literary reminiscence. The piece mentions Dewey Schley headlines and a Latin quartier stroll, concluding with an excerpt from Love-in-a-mist by Post Wheeler and notes on a marriage affidavit for Ephraim Youree and Mary M. Glenn.
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Clear Head
Ephraim
Youree
Mary M. Glenn
Post Wheeler
Peck's Boys' Brigade Band To Play In Military Park
A free concert Thursday evening features Peck's boys' brigade band led by I J Peck in Military park. Youth Charles Moss aged seven will perform a cornet solo and Freeman Hunt will present a fancy baton exhibition.
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Military Park
Peck
Boys’ Brigade
I. J. Peck
Charles Moss
Freeman Hunt
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