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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1901
Page
4
Notices detail post office submission as second class matter and direct communications to the business manager or editor. It lists carrier delivery for six cents weekly, advertising rates, agent terms, apportionment for news dealers, and outside city subscription options plus a request to notify the office if regular delivery schedules change.
A critical column denounces Indiana lawmakers in Indianapolis for backing a land sale and rail inspection bills. The piece accuses elected officials of ignorance, bribery, and self interest, praising Speaker Itman and President Gilbert while mocking opponents and misused public funds.
The fragment discusses political reforms and elections, opposing abolition of a nominating convention in Indianapolis, concerns about primary reform bills, and mentions Gov Durbin and a land sale bill. The tone is editorial, critiquing legislative actions and public policy with scattered references to safety, saloons, and government spending.
Anecdotes recount Senator Gear of Iowa winning temperance support through blunt honesty. Senators Hill and Levy spar over currency bill favor and Jeffersonian democracy. Senator Towne taunts Depew over speech, while Fitzpatrick quips about Philippians as the army bill faces debate. Senator Hanna attaches a cane hook as rheumatism eases into daily routines.
The senate on Tuesday approved the house amendment to the Hammond and Marion police bill, narrowing its application to Vincennes. Debate centered on excluding Vincennes, while the house kept the original population figures intact.
One fifth of the deaths in Ci 46 relate to a cough syrup welder incident. Authorities note unclear details as investigation continues and public health monitors potential risks.
Marie Dressler stars in Miss Priant at Eng lish's with a lively performance that delights early. A Moving Pictures update at the Grand pleases audiences with clearer images. The biograph machine’s electric drive contrasts with hand powered kinodrome. The Girl from Maxim's runs at English's with risqué humor and a respectable ending. The Park hosts A Run on the Bank closing Wednesday and The Royal Lilliputians starting a three day run. Burlesque show Fads and Follies pleases Empire crowds all week.
A satirical piece mocks a singer’s dramatic taste and a domestic scene ends in a teary push toward a carnival of theater. A school submission reveals a boy and father dialogue about language and money and a subscriber claps back at an editor. Edward Singer.
A collage of editorials criticizes budget cuts to Indiana’s Buffalo exposition representation while denouncing carpetbagger profits in Cuba Porto Rico and the Philippines. Attacks on public figures and political attacks mark a partisan roundup as lawmakers face a flood of measures with few regrets.
A compilation of fleeting quotes from multiple papers. The Detroit News mocks Mrs Nation’s lead over oblivion while the Grand Rapids Press notes frequent extra sessions. The Washington Star and Kansas City Journal discuss political speculation and candidate timing with cautious humor.
The Ladies aid society of the First Spiritualist Church hosts a Thursday social in the church parlors. Mr and Mrs Charles T Whitsett entertained Rev and Mrs Phil Putts at dinner Thursday. Miss Mary Chenoweth plans a buffet Saturday then a Zoo party. An Independent Turnverein masque is set for Friday evening. Circle 3 of Central Ave M E church held a musicale Tuesday at Mrs W B Barry’s home. Agnes Herd and Frank M Black wed Tuesday at Christchurch with James Stanley officiating. bride wore white organdie and lilies of the valley veil. breakfast at Union Street home.
The Sun publishes a copied letter allegedly from Joseph B Kealing to Carrie Nation. It threatens nonviolent protest of sandbars on the Mississippi River and hints at future authority as river commissioner. The note cites U S government protection and mentions Senator Charles W Fairbanks.
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