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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1900
Page
4
Stop Quarreling Over Gas War in Indianapolis
A Sun editorial criticizes hostile debates over the Indianapolis gas problem. It notes waste and unequal supply, cites wealthy homeowners enlarging pipes, and urges lawful remedies over mob tactics. The piece calls for reason, fairness, and amicable solutions rather than confrontational action.
Press birthday flames fuel public quarrel in Indianapolis
A denouncing editorial blasts The Press and The Sun over alleged false reporting while criticizing the Board of Public Works and the water company for perpetual franchise claims. The piece also lampoons court views, taxation, and local officials including the safety board, prosecutor Benedict, and Jesse Weik.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Board of Works
Water Company
Board of Public Works
Indianapolis Gas Company
Condemnation Proposal for Indianapolis Water Plant
Opinion notes a proposed legislative act to condemn the Indianapolis water plant and its stock. The plan aims to force court valuation, enabling city purchase. Authors claim existing laws and constitutional powers could free the city from alleged mismanagement by officials and the company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Sary
Trio of newspaper quotes on arbitration and policy
The St Paul Dispatch notes Holland will not arbitrate and that what matters is what lies between the scissors and what is cut. The Detroit News reports Omaha maintains a private anti-vice crusade backed by a revolver at the front. The Detroit Free Press comments that every European power knows it is serious for Britain to pursue gold mines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holland
St. Paul Dispatch
Omaha
Detroit News
Great Britain
Detroit Free Press
Miller
Harmony L. Hutson
Indiana
Admiral Brown
Navy
Judge Baker
E. W. Clark
Oliver T. Cumback
Indianapolis
Chas
H. Krause
Bob Metzger
Croker
Alonzo Boyd
Robert Duncan
Boston
Lafayette
Billy Jackson
Uncle Illy
Wil Rooker
J.T. Power
Samuel Q. Pickens
Pennsylvania Railroad Company
W. L. Taylor
Shakespere
Jesse Bonner
Corners in cabbage raise prices as Milwaukee speculators move
A Wisconsin market scare drives cabbage prices up from eight to ten dollars per ton as Milwaukee speculators absorb supply. Sauerkraut lovers fear losses, while traders telegraph for stock that proves unavailable. Other notes mention a Maltese cat ride in Sheboygan, a Sabbath-keeping plan in West Superior, a Kenosha real estate suit plan, and old snuff boxes in the Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Milwaukee
Philippine supreme court bill frames five judges at twenty thousand
A bill to establish a supreme court for the Philippine islands proposes five judges at a twenty thousand dollar annual salary each. The United States Supreme Court chief justices earn ten thousand dollars annually, a contrast critics note in defense of the provision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
Philippine Islands
Supreme Court of the
United States
Philippines
Seymour
Bald headed glee club concert at North Park church
The Bald headed glee club performed to a large audience at the North Park Christian Church Friday night. They were assisted by Mrs Seguin Wallace Miss Katherine Bayer Harry Porter and Miss Sue Harrion sang with J Burgess Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Park Christian Church
Notable Indianapolis Voices Share City Views
A column collection presents remarks from figures such as Archbishop Elder, Dr. Hannah Graham, Judge Baker, Colonel Walker, and others on crime reporting, professional access, public transportation fares, sanitation, and local civic affairs. The diverse quotes illustrate social norms and policy debates in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archbishop Elder
Hannah Graham
Spirit of State Press Satire From Nationwide Clippings
A selection of light political humor from various papers notes odd contrasts between American and German officials abroad, reform chatter in Indiana, talk of Hay’s resignation over the Nicaraguan canal treaty, and playful jibes about party figures and cabinet prospects. The items mix satire with brief mentions of states and national figures.
The Sketches and Songs of a Singer and a Lament
A fragmented poem and letters reveal a singer boasting of contemporaries like Bernhardt and Maude Adams, contrasting stage fame with real acting skill. The text weaves in a Christmas Carol excerpt and personal notes from Maude, Clara, and Tom about romance, a lost diamond, moving to 736 Bleeker Street, and hopes for happiness amid discouragement.
What the Papers Say in Brief
A collection of quick newspaper snippets notes prosperity under a possible John Hayless era. Comments call senatorial careers brief with ex-senator as a fold over title. Observations touch on congressional ethics and farm burning in the Transvaal under Chamberlain. International opinion is cited as shaping policy and war profits noted in China.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hayless
Detroit Free Press
Towne
Minneapolis Times
Congress
Omaha
Chamberlain
Transvaal
New York
United States of America
Duluth News Tribune
Lecture on The Human Body at Y M C A by Dr Nehrbas
Dr J G Nehrbas will deliver a stereopticon lecture for men at the Y M C A on Sunday titled The human body. The show will feature classical Greek statues anatomical demonstrations and practical gymnastics. The educational classes total 133 students as the association plans a forty sixth anniversary in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Nehrbas
Debaters Clash Over Hay-Pauncefote Treaty Ratification
Butler sophomores argued with freshmen Friday night on whether the Hay Pauncefote treaty as amended by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee should be ratified. The affirmative, Kern and McElroy, won the $1 prize for best debating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butler
Sophs
Committee On Foreign Relations
United Tates Senate
Messrs, Kern
McElroy
Fresh
Barnes Receives $6500 Judgment After Street Car Collision
Union Trust Company guardians of Asnton Farnes secured a judgment of $6500 against the street car company after Barnes was injured in a collision that affected his mind. Tawyers collected $1350.
Verdict for $1006 Against United States Express
Chas Blondell received a judgment of $1000 after being knocked from his bicycle by an express wagon, costing him a broken nose. The incident occurred Friday, with Blondell suing the United States Express Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Blondell
United States Express Company
Maude writes from moved address and changed life
Dear Clara expresses sadness as Tom closes the hardware store and opens a restaurant. They have moved from Bleeker Street to the rear of the restaurant, living in one large room. Maude signs with warm memories of the past.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara
Tom
Jerry
Bleekerst
Bleeker St
Maude
Five Years Later Dear Clara and Neighbors News
A letter fragment describes Tom turning over a restaurant to the sheriff and health concerns. It notes new neighbors with language skills, a longing to be with Clara, and a poem about the man behind the net who handles cash and endures gossip while avoiding excesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara
Tom
United States
Maude
Confetti Strike Blinds Man At Carnival Scene
A girl at a carnival threw confetti into Leo Barretts face, resulting in the temporary loss of vision in his right eye. Barrett remains hopeful for a cure and possible recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo Barrett
Doctor Bye Relocates Downtown Office to 48 Illinois Street
Dr. B F Bye previously at 227 N Hinots Ave has moved his downtown office to 48 N Illinois Street at the northeast corner of Vermont The two telephones remain No 19%
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. F. Bye
N. Hiinotsat
N. Ilinois-st
Vermont
Diamonds Direct From the Cutter Offerings
Diamond rings from ten dollars upward and diamond studs priced at two ninety and up. Diamond earrings start at nine ten six and up. Diamond brooches from three one zero and up. J. B. Mullally Jewelers at 28 Circle.
Framing Studio Ad Promotes Artistic Photo Services
Readable text advertises Pond er's Photo Studio offering artistic framing and picture framing services at a location on Massachusetts Avenue near Fort Store. Includes brief pricing cue and storefront note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ponder
Massachusetts Ave
Mrs Morss Hosts French Club at Meridian Street
Mrs Samuel Morss will entertain the French club Monday at 964 N Meridian. The Veronica club held a Friday night card party at the Propylaeum with 30 guests. Mr and Mrs Charles Sayles and Mr and Mrs Herman Sayles gave a two hundred reception Friday night at the home of the former on N Meridian. A movement to secure stricter gas piping laws from the state is reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel ‘Morss
Meridianst
A. M. Kuhn
Brenneke's
Mrs. Evans Woolen
Ida Gimbel
Mansfield O. Martin
Towast
Louis Meyer
N. Eastst
Jessie Meyer
Louisville
Walter Kahn
Otto B. Pettijohn
Blake St
Veronica Club
Propylaeum
Charles Sayles
Herman Sayles
N. Meridian St
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Blackstone
Jesse Weik
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Fort Wayne News
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Commissionership of Pensions
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Denny
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Inidianapolis
John W. Kern
Zimmerman
Empire
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B. I. Jones
Albert F. Zearing
Board of Health
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Bert Perrott
Bertillon Bureau of Identification
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Sheriff's Office
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Rsaparina
California
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Eler
STOR
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Our
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Central Christian
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Christ Episcopal
A. J. Graham
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W. W. Tevis
Meridian St
Wm. A. Quayle
First Presbyterian
M. L. Haines
Second Presbyterian
J. A. Milburn
Mayer Chapel
Clifford McBride
Tabernacle Presbyterian
J. Cumming Smith
W. Washington St
C. L. Lucas
Hall
Indiana Trust Co
Indiana. Trust CO
Gimces Indiana
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