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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1906
Page
4
In Indiana a rift over party control tests harmony as old guard and younger members clash over legislative influence. Rumors of a shifting machine threaten unity while anti this and the d vie for power, echoing historic party fights and signaling tense maneuvering within the state Democratic ranks.
Sun reporter quotes Judge Fremont Alford deflecting calls to investigate the Holtzman administration. He says he began assessing John Bookwalter’s administration and dismisses pursuing alleged improprieties, claiming no call to broaden the inquiry or involve the grand jury.
A long critique discusses the Holtzman era police killings and alleged cover ups, accusing Judge Alford of inconsistency and questioning reform zeal. It condemns prefatory investigations, condemns Bookwalter era, and cites wider reform debates on child labor laws and constitutional questions around federal action and the Beveridge bill. The piece also comments on politics, taxation, pensions, and international affairs with a satirical tone.
The piece questions whether Gillette’s murder of Grace Brown stems from heredity or psychology. It argues Allenists exaggerate rare sanity, notes Gillette’s trial awareness, and critiques political commentary linking the case to Democratic influence and presidential manipulation.
Senator Beveridge urged quick action on his child labor bill at Cincinnati’s convention. He argued government duties exceed simple commerce profits and condemned using cheap child wages to boost industry. He asserted the bill aims to foster a better type of manhood and womanhood despite business opposition.
The article notes dampened visitor turnout due to bad weather while hotel directors log names in ledgers. It lists numerous individuals from towns like Martinsville Danville and Noblesville, with remarks on receptions at Hotel English and comments from local figures about political and licensing concerns.
A New York Sun editorial mocks the idea of refunds for prior day paper corrections and notes that even top officials like Hon. Charles J. Bonaparte may err. It argues editors and cabinet officers are fallible and should be credited with good intentions and faith.
Aulis Burrows of Kalamazan appears connected to a puzzling confrontation termed Smoot’s consolation. The text hints at a fate linked to ancient foes and a symbolic punishment or destiny, referencing long-dead Philistines and a distant location in a cryptic, archaic style.
The message notes an omission in the President’s remarks. He does not urge a national law for uniform football rules yet recognizes varying standards in several states and hints at presenting the subject to Congress for consideration.
Indian leader Hole in the Day and his people, many Fairbankses, sent word via Repreventative Steeneraon Washington Herald inviting Fairbanks to attend the fiftieth anniversary of the Whitey Earth Indian reservation founding in Minnteora.
The Commercial Tribune cites a note about the Japanese government banning printing pictures of the wankers of the Ban Frans suo board of education. The quote suggests a disdainful tone toward the official body and mentions fame plucked from the frown.
An Ohio State Journal item notes a workman in New York was arrested after scraping sugar grains from a refinery floor and placing them in his dinner pall. Authorities say he will learn to avoid stealing in the future.
The Louisville Courier-Journal notes Miss Polly Morton will marry an American, calling Polly a girl who has shown unmistakable symptoms of common sense as proof of her choice.
Fragmentary notes mention John D. Noskefeller and a large sum of 110 million dollars as a possible fortune. No verifiable location or outcome is provided. The text also references St. Philadelphia North American in a confused way.
A fragment from the Minneapolis Journal questions Senatorial actions and presidential efforts amid tensions over constitutional limits. The text suggests concern about unapproved moves toward Congress and potential overreach, framed in a critical, period-voice style.
A fragmentary poem-like passage describes children at bedtime and a mother teaching them prayers and heavenly ways. The text evokes bedtime rituals and parental guidance as children drift toward sleep, with imagery of small hands, eyes closed, and early fears.
The Free Lance first performance at New Amsterdam Theater ends with a crowd abuzz over George M. Cohan praising Bouma and Bouma praising Cohan. Ed Rosenbaum appears as Cohan's manager while Broadway crowds comment on fame and its drawbacks. Bronson Howard blames tired businessmen for dull stages and Eva Tanguay discusses champagne hair and fan letters. Sothern and Mallove talk casting and pay. Frank White recites a backstage ranchman mishearing about saloons and Gograys.
The piece discusses critic reactions to new books and the publishing trade. It cites Hall Caine proposing cheaper 6 cent books in London, a New York editor on pricing, and a parable about a druggist profiting from a misunderstanding. It notes Die Woche Derin’s article praising American humor and optimism and the American knack for practical jokes.
A fragmentary Washington Herald snippet suggests support for a policy extending a presidential term to six years. It hints at a retroactive feature and mentions Senator Cullocys, but the text is garbled and unreadable in parts.
A fragment heavy with garbled lines depicts a copy boy voiced in distressed tones. It references reading, schooling, work pressures, and a rough, slang filled social scene. The piece evokes fatigue, wage details, and a sense of exploitation.
William Br and Cyrus Clark discuss funding and school loans. Marry Kirkoff cites reading as education. Joan Ywgaughey notes real estate value rise in Irvington. Dr Eugene Ouenler praises Indianapolis health dept. Joe Narper comments on damp Christmas sales. A Burt downplays rail dangers. Frank Hos3 mocks camera surveillance and rubberneckers. Bark Pavie notes navy worklife. Willam Betdel on women knowing about buying and threshing. A Everitt critiques syndicates and coal prices. MeeBrill Be Wilson reflects on captivity at Ft Leavenworth and prison rules. Connor blames public for drama tastes. J Riley Tusks promotes cooperation over competition.
The item notes de Cantelane addressing the empty chamber of deputies with hands in pockets, a comic aside from Washington Herd. It references Poultney Bigelow and a cartoonish translation segment, reflecting satirical commentary in the era.
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