Hanly Declares No 1903 Bid Against Fairbanks
Indiana politics note J Frank Hanly of Lafayette says he will not run in 1903 against Senator Fairbanks and supports him. He hints at a possible 1905 challenge if Beveridge seeks renomination, suggesting co workers maneuver while praising Fairbanks.
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Fairbanks
National Capitol
Indiana State House
J. Frank Hanly
Lafayette
Hanly
J. T Frank Hanly
Beveridge
Damon and Fythias
Indiana
Mr. Hanly
J. Frank
White River
Miss Indiana
Editor’s contract with Vermont candidate declared unenforceable
The Bennington Reform editor signed a contract to back a Vermont congressional candidate for a monetary sum, but a court ruled the contract unenforceable as against public policy. The ruling touches on freedom of speech and press near a Revolutionary War battle site, highlighting the editor’s entanglement with commercial pressures.
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Bennington
Vermont
Congress
Times
Cabinet reshuffle shifts posts to ease Logsdon chair bid
John Hay exits the cabinet and under Root as secretary of state, Indianapolis backs Maj. Megrew for secretary of war. The plan would simplify Ed Logsdon’s rise to chairman of the Board of Works and remove an awkward dilemma.
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John Hay
Root
Indianapolis
Maj. Megrew
Ed Logsdon
Board of Works
Indianapolis Seeks More Factories and Cheaper Fuel
Reports begin on the arrival of the Indianapolis Southern railroad yet the city still desires more factories, cheaper fuel, and access to a large territory lacking a direct route to the capital.
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Indianapolis Southern Railroad
Indianapolis
Slogans and safety tips in Ohio State lodging
An old item notes Ohio State visitors should see prominent hotel notices and a nightly warning to not blow out the gas, with a night watchman repeating the warning hourly. The fragment reflects safety messaging and local humor about state rivalry between Indiana and Ohio.
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Indiana
Hump-Backed Wheelmen Compete in New York Six Days Race
Cyclists from around the world converge on New York for a six days cycling race, as the chrysanthemum-headed gentry retreat from the line this season.
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New York
Quaker Adams Blank Enship Seeks Consulship
A report notes Quincy Adams Blank Enship of Morgan County in Washington last week and proposes a consulship to indemnify him for motives impugned in the Indiana legislature.
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Quincy Adams Blankenship
Morgan County
Washington
Indiana
School Board Sets Backboard Brace at Shortridge High
The school board will brace the rear stable at Shortridge High School with 8 by 10 timbers to withstand the rushes of the young women basketball players.
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Shortridge High School
Fanning Praises Pitcher Delivery Amid City Debate
J. W. Fanning of the fire department comments on a pitcher’s delivery as prudent. An officer is criticized for arresting a man for stealing a cornet and selling it outside the neighborhood, drawing scrutiny of law enforcement conduct.
Effingham Woman Scandal Involves Pig Kissing Incident
A young woman from Effingham England was involved in a kissing incident with a pig not connected to Chicago. The report clarifies the location and identity, separating it from Chicago associations.
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Effingham
England
Chicago
Bank Robbers and Safe Blowers Shared In General Prose
Lead fragment notes bank robbers and safe blowers sharing methods or information. Text remains unclear on individuals locations or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ini
Judge Dunne Libel Warning Over Gas Case Criticism
Judge Dunne’s habeas corpus victory over contempt claims against newspaper men is joined by his remark that public criticism, if just, aids accountability and if unjust, harms no one. He says a libel suit would have sufficed rather than curbing judicial authority.
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Hanecy
Chicago
Dunne
Durbin Praises Indianapolis Charity Leaders At Meeting
Governor Durbin lauded Indianapolis charity workers at English's hotel Sunday night saying the city has less poverty suffering than any similar city on the continent. He credited strong men and women allied with charity groups for this achievement and stated modern charity aims to foster self support rather than mere relief.
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Gov. Durbin
Indianapolis
Women Seek Constitutional Amendment Against Polygamy
The text notes advocates push a constitutional amendment to ban polygamy. It claims such action would embarrass the sultan of Sulu and Moro chiefs of Mindanao who reportedly have up to 30 wives, and Col Perry Heath's followers in Utah.
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Sulu
Mindanao
Col
Perry Heath
Utah
Indianapolis Women Persist in Polite Language Study
The text notes Indianapolis women who studied French under Prof. N Hill Nesbitt will not abandon polite language due to the professor's recent romantic troubles, preserving their educational focus amid local gossip.
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Indianapolis
N. Hill Nesbitt
Senator Fleming Nominated for Indiana Democratic Chair
The Fort Wayne senator Fleming is praised for his handling of strawboard measures in the last legislature and viewed as a strong choice to lead Indiana Democrats as state chairman.
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Fleming
Fort Wayne
Democratic Party
Indiana
Congress Brings Many Bills Aimed for Show Not Passage
A speaker criticizes lawmakers for introducing vast numbers of bills each session, accusing Congress of cowardice for not telling constituents the plain truth about why most measures cannot pass.
O Keefe Dead as Yap King Inspires Indiana Politicians
O Keefe, ruler of Yap in the Carolines, has died. The report notes his death and references a rising Indiana political figure drawing inspiration from his legacy for public life.
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O’keefe
Yap
Carolines
Indiana
Leffler Enters Race Against Cromer in District 8
Muncie Ind Dec 9 Judge Joseph Leffler announced he will run for Congress in district 8 opposing Congressman Cromer George Mc Culloch will back him.
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Muncie
Ind
Joseph Leffler
Cromer
George McCulloch
Rooms for Rent in Alt. Read THE 8UN'S
Classified ad for rooms for rent at 2215 B. Olifont featuring telephone access and a monthly price of $80 in the Alt. Read area.
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Hoth
Olifont
Noted Chinese Ministers In Portrait spree at Hemicycle
Washington papers recount Wu's visit to the Corcoran Gallery last spring with diplomat Wu and artist Hubert Vos. The exhibit featured Tibetan Lamas, Indian rajahs, Arabian chiefs, Japanese nobles, and Chinese mandarins including Prince Ching and Li Hung Chang.
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Washington
Corcoran Art Gallery
Hubert Vos
Hemicycle
Vos
Prince Ching
Li Hung Chang
Mr. Wu
Ching
Woi
Tarl Li
New York Times
Quotable Snippets and a Child’s Conscience Moment
A collage of old quotes from Detroit Free Press and Boston Transcript contrasts humorous asides with a moral vignette. A Washington Times excerpt recounts Ruth Mary crying over a torn picture book and declaring she has found a conscience.
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Ruth Mary
Washington Times
The Margate Mystery and Other New Books Reviewed
A Brentano's detective tale The Margate Mystery is praised for its plotting and a dramatic takedown of the chief criminal. Bowen Merrill releases Farm Rhymes by James Whitcomb Riley with Vawter illustrations, plus Bitter Fruit by Mrs. Lovett Cameron from Brentano's. Bowen Merrill and Lee Shepard issue William McKinley biography for American boys and adults alike.
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Margate
Brentano
Burford Delannoy
Httle
Bowen & Merrill
Indiana
Bowen- Merrill Company
James Whitcomb Riley
Will, Vawter
Mr. Riley
Vawter
Lee & Shepard
Bowen-Merrill Company
William McKinley
Edward Stratemeyer
Quote snippets and editorial quips in regional papers
A collage of witty lines and editorial zingers from various papers. Remarks praise safe infrastructure, critique sensational dress, and note constitutional issues on Philippine imports, reflecting press voices and public sentiment. The notes mention Terre Haute, Rockport, Anderson, Kokomo, and Kokomo News tones.
The Smile That Counts Poem Fragment
A lyrical verse contrasts smiles in sunshine with the test of sorrow. It asks for a genuine smile when hardship arrives and the world darkens, challenging whether happiness endures amid grief and weariness. The piece repeats lines about easy smiles under pleasant scenes before demanding a smile through teardrops and a frowning world.
Phrases from papers roil state and nation
A collage of editorial quips touches Kentucky politics and ex governor Taylor. The St Paul Dispatch condemns steel industry might, while Booker T Washington's White House visit promises more fiery southern reactions. The Philadelphia Record notes anarchists and dangerous rhetoric amid calls for order.
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Kentucky
Taylor
Seo
United States Steel Corporation
St. Paul Dispatch
Booker T. Washington
White House
Buffalo News
Philadelphia Record
When Spring Returns, A Lover Remembers Ainslees Poem
From a frosty dawn to sleet filled evenings the speaker reflects on nature and longing. The verse compares cold months and damp winds with memories of June kisses and blooming roses. It foresees spring and urges not to forget love across that season.
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June
Ainslee
Revelation in Millinery Trade Shocks New Yorker
A New York woman allied with Audubon and animal society exposed the wholesale millinery trade. She observed geese and other birds processed into feather breasts and plumes, with workers assembling birds from dyed feathers and muslin, mimicking real birds.
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New York
Audubon and Animal Society
Bedspreads and Bolster Covers Replace Pillow Shams
The article notes bedspread and bolster covers now replacing pillow shams. Spreads are tailored to fit beds with corner cutaways to drape neatly. Designers favor medallion centers with heavy borders and dainty sheer fabrics like Swiss and dimity for adorned sets.
Grand opera week features Grau company and Park attractions
The Grau opera company masters the week with Romeo and Juliet in the afternoon and Lohengrin in the evening. Starr piano store sells single seats. Wilfred Clark leads the Grand week with a one act sketch and Eugene O Rourke with a comedy. Lottie Gladstone returns as a featured attraction. Thelma from Marie Corelli’s novel headlines the Park trio. Sam Devere and Rice Barton split Empire’s first and last attractions. Croup relief offered by Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil. House for ten cents ad copy noted.
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Grau Opera Company
Starr Piano
Wilfred Clark
the Grand
Eugene O'Rourke
Lottie Gladstone
One Paper Thinks Beaucaire Delights in Pictures
A dramatized version of Monsieur Beaucaire is praised as a delightful evening's entertainment with beautiful pictures, witty charm, and delicate grace, described as a pretty porcelain trif le by the New York Daily News.
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Monsieur Beaucaire
New York Daily News
Burnt Wood Effects in Elegant Holiday Furniture
Pyro-etched designs dominate new furniture pieces for the holidays. Metallic finishes and soft brown leather tones accompany the carved wood frames. Large nail heads and leather thong lashings accent the style.
Escaped Prisoner Captured by Detectives
Harry George, who escaped from the workhouse after 60 days remaining on a petit larceny sentence, was recaptured by detectives on Sunday and returned to custody.
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Harry George
State Accidents Report Shocks Indiana Towns
Jeffersonville man Jon Dunn shot himself possibly fatally while an accident toppled a wagon pinioning William Lemoines. In Rosedale 12 year old Willie Laney was killed by logs from a wagon. Terre Haute switchman Otis Goodman died when a box car struck him. Arthur Davis drowned in the Wabash River. Will Turbaugh fell into boiling mash at Majestic distillery. The public schools Thanksgiving collection totaled 5304.19.
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Rosedale
Willie Laney
Terre Haute
Otis Goodman
Arthur Davis
Wabash
Wills
Majestic
The Newest Fur Rugs Fashion Update
Fur rugs move away from rectangular shapes to life-like stretched designs with stuffed heads. Prices for less rare animals in this style have dropped, making them affordable to buyers with moderate budgets.
Dumplings for a Lamb Stew
A simple dumpling method for lamb stew combines flour baking powder salt and shortening with cold water to form a soft paste. Roll cut into squares and drop into boiling gravy to cook ten minutes before serving.
Possum and Sweet Potato Feast Held by Knox and Daviess Residents
In Vincennes Indiana a Christmas era feast was hosted by colored residents of Knox and Daviess counties at Wheatland on Saturday night. The event celebrated with old fashioned hospitality and attracted a sizable gathering ready for seasonal fellowship.
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Vincennes
Ind
Knox
Daviess
Wheatland
Charity Meeting At English Opera House In Poor Weather
Governor Durbin presided over the annual Charity Society gathering amid bad weather and reduced attendance. He noted less poverty in Indianapolis than in similar cities, citing local independence and relief methods. Speakers included Mrs. Julia S. Conkling on orphans homes and Rev. H C Meserve on institutional child care.
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Charity Organization Society
English
Opera House
Gov. Durbin
Indianapolis
Julia S. Conkling
Westfield
Soldiers’ and Sailors
Knightstown
A. J. Graham
H. C. Meserve
Butler
State Board of Charities
Close Call For Carrier and Wife In Fire
Matthew A. Lockwood, a letter carrier, and his wife of 1710 Brookside Ave escaped a blaze early Sunday caused by increased gas pressure. The home sustained $1,500 of damage with $1,200 insured.
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Matthew A. Lockwood
Brookside Ave
Benedict Recovered After Gas Suicide Attempt
William A. Benedict of Kankakee was treated after a gas suicide attempt at the Princeton hotel on Saturday and left City hospital on Monday. He refuses to reveal the motive, and his brother and mother reside in Kankakee.
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William A. Benedict
Kankakee, TI
Princeton Hotel
City Hospital
Kankakee
Horse Killed After Frightening Breakaway at Crossing
A horse owned by Otto Swisher an Indianapolis gas company lineman broke loose from a Haughville hitching post Sunday and ran into an IL D and W train at the West Michigan Street crossing. The horse was killed in the collision.
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Otto Swisher
Indianapolis Gas Company
Haughville
W. Michigan St
Ponder's Photo Studio Ad at 29 Massachusetts Ave
See Our Art Proof Latert photographs framing to order. Ponder's photo studio advertises custom photography services at 29 Massachusetts Avenue with framing options and proof previews.
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Ponder
Massachusetts Ave
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Croup
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