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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1904
Page
4
The passage notes Roosevelt's push for a merit based appointments process provoking reactions among aspirants. It contrasts ambition with concerns over patronage and hints at racial politics underlying the debate. The tone suggests nationwide interest in how government hiring should operate.
A column extols manners over brains as essential for respect and success. It argues that true polish comes from within and dangers of slovenly habits, vulgar speech, and careless dress erode self respect. The piece cites Lafayette and Richmond as moral examples and warns of scams and illusionary beliefs in everyday life.
The article attributes poor sanitation in Indianapolis to immigrant conditions and lax immigration enforcement. It praises the Board of Health and the mayor for their investigation, blaming Slavonic laborers for dismal living, contagion, and reliance on social relief. It calls for rigid discipline and sanitary regulation to prevent diseases and accuses pauper immigrants of criminal neglect.
A collection from Chicago papers urges busy women to schedule a daily hour of rest and reading in their rooms with no interruptions. The idea, praised for aiding recuperation, is echoed by mentions of Alice Hillman, a Chicago University athlete, and a lighthearted tale of Judge Tallance in Huntington about a drunkenness case and a wife who inherits the offender's money.
A blacksnake was found at Westhampton Long Island Saturday by fisherman Frank. He fired a gun and killed the serpent which measured five and a half feet in length.
Hosmer Whitfield notes in Success that the emperor’s yearly living costs are capped at 3 million dollars drawn from the national treasury. About 1,000 workers are paid from this fund including a lady-in-waiting at 150 dollars monthly and a washing-girl around 70 dollars weekly. The laborer’s wage in Japan is described as about 50 cents daily, while the imperial palace chief cook earns 200 dollars a month.
Hunters pursuing a gray fox on the James Gordon estate near Richmond Virginia after a four hour chase forced the animal into dog quarters. The fox dodged dogs and counters then ran through WJ Irbys yard during dinner. Anna Irby aged 15 glimpsed it from the dining room window and pinned it by the head, holding it until her father arrived to finish the capture.
In Vesey Street and Jersey City routes an aged beggar, once famed for his Blind pity sign and wheeled organ, now helps collect waste paper and fruit skins at the Pennsylvania railroad station. He explains hard times force him to stay alert to do any business.
A humorous fragment discusses dating prudishness and popularity tactics. It satirizes marital dynamics, neighborly peeks, and financial stress from summer vacation expenses. The voice hints at mischief, sleep loss, and suspicions of infidelity amid domestic life.
A collection of short digressive anecdotes from Chicago and Washington. Ex senators and diplomats provide humorous reflections on marriage, fate, and politics. One tale notes a bachelor’s conditions for marriage. another quips about throwing rice at funerals. a veteran political observer laments his lost faith as parties fix on race as a political issue.
Tokyo reports Admiral Togo completed tangs for Baltic fleet reception. Imperial council names committees for receptions ambulance gravestone and press. Russian minister asks Japan to back proposal for guide posts at sea. Peoria adds full police force amid local chatter. Naval news and local oddities describe wartime sentiment and humor.
Laborer J. A. McPhergon, 62 Bright Street, was badly hurt at the Twenty-Assist gas company plant on North Western Avenue at 1 PM Monday. A steel plate fell on his back inflicting internal injuries. he was taken to hospital by Dr. Hoover and city dispensary staff.
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