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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1907
Page
4
The house killed the high license bill which aimed to reduce saloons and fund higher teacher salaries. The piece argues the defeat harms education, noting the senate favored raising saloon costs to raise funds and urging an alternative source be found before adjournment.
The measure to curb pollution on streams appears doomed as opponents signal defeat. Some backers fear political dirty dealing and public backlash may derail the proposal.
A discussion on taint in wealth and the morality of using money from tainted sources. The piece argues against rejecting all good due to evil, noting religious views that no man is without sin and urging tolerance toward works by tainted men, while critiquing hypocrisy in funding churches built with questionable money. It cites Stanford White designed churches as an example and defends pragmatic acceptance of beneficial ends.
The article argues that Stanford White designed the church and was paid, the stone cutters were paid, and the edifice should be used for religious purposes. It warns against turning honorable work into sainthood and notes the auditorium suit has been finally settled.
A editorial laments cutting printing costs for legislative speeches and proceedings. It argues the public loses the wit and insight of debates in the absence of a full record and mocks the dry wording of journals while noting a high license bill fell in the house.
The article lauds Congress for efforts to conserve public lands from waste and land frauds. It credits the interior secretary and the president for safeguarding timber and mineral resources, despite criticism from western interests who supported profit from government lands.
The Shah of Persia disbands his harem but continues to face persistent domestic and political challenges. No further details are provided within the source.
The article notes reactionary forces aiming to influence the second Duma elections aided by broad powers, with the first Duma's authority cited as a comparison. It suggests ongoing political maneuvering in the Russian electoral scene.
The passage debates how liberal and czarist factions may find common ground after dogma disbands. Stolypin pursues balanced respect for claims of all sides, while liberals hope for harmony to avert revolution. Indiana legislature adds a local note on seriousness amid broader tensions.
An attempted test of the Gainard blind tiger bill ended in the destruction of a church and two stores by dynamite at Sandford. Report notes the incident as evidence the bill is extremely effective.
A woman spent $64 on telephone charges to tell a man she would not marry him. The columnist notes it was unwise to overly sympathize with the rejected suitor and implies a habit of such conversations.
Rival papers launch new inquiries into Billingsley following Rhodius breakthrough. Editors vow continued pursuit of leads, resources, and public interest in the unfolding case.
Railroads warn they will offer a two cent passenger service if the two cent fare bill passes and may drop accident features from current service.
A report notes a recent post office robbery in Russia and compares it to the functions of railroads in the host country, suggesting a loose parallel in operations and impact.
District Attorney Jerome aims to prove through Evelyn Thaw’s testimony that Stanford White’s ruin was unusually complete.
The government reports printing three million dollars of currency each year but notes the issue does not follow the same terms as the Congressional Record.
An English visitor calls Pittsburg one of America s most moral cities but notes his view may be hindered by smoke masking sights and scenery.
The Boston Journal warns that Boston may be growing virtuous and urges a discussion with Tom Lawson to address the concern. The senate has approved the two-cent fare bill, the railroads expected to bear most of the responsibility in the future.
A Bloomington Illinois girl faces trial on embezzlement charges and plans to plead insanity. The report notes the rise of alienist practice as a growing field in the era.
The text notes Cleveland’s stance alongside a group of notable ex-presidents, highlighting bipartisan respect for past leaders and their handling of national issues.
The brief recess in the Thaw trial affords the defendant additional time to recover from temporary insanity, potentially affecting courtroom strategy and mental state considerations.
The quote compares the strain of working behind the scenes with the president to that of a scene shifter, highlighting equal stress and effort in both backstage roles.
Despite cold weather, the crop of Y M C A subscriptions remains strong with no apparent damage. Observers note steady support and expected continuation of campaigns despite freezing conditions.
Amid wreckage the faint voice of Governor Hanly is heard exclaiming "Tush" as rescuers search the site. No further details on the context or exact location are provided.
A nature student explains ants grooming with tiny tools and soaplike secretions, then shifts to a barnyard scene and a stuffed calf device. The piece discusses bird plume trade in London, insect sound production, and reflections on nature writing. It closes with a Burroughs anecdote about animal intelligence.
A Capitol gathering of lawmakers and visitors debates the fate of the high license bill amid tears and anger. Senators, teachers, and Columbus high school delegates fill corridors while politicians like Senator Pearson and others anticipate election repercussions and future votes.
A New York Mail essay argues for creating an anti personal crisis reports bureau in Philadelphia to address confusion and fear surrounding mental health and public safety. It questions harm in shifting sleep patterns as a metaphor for policy change and social vigilance.
Report notes both nations prefer settlement over dispute as diplomatic efforts gain momentum. Officials indicate willingness to abandon brinkmanship in favor of negotiated peace.
Poem excerpt by Freaak Dempster Sherman reflects snow as a living gown covering roofs branches and ground. Imagery shifts to sun crowned childlike figures and ghosts of flowers returning through white drifts.
The Chicago Tribune notes Augustus Thomas uses a megaphone to guide his troupe from the stalls while Belasco acts on stage to shape scenes. Mansfield’s blunt tact contrasts with Cohan’s businesslike focus and Mrs. Fiske’s precise casting. Other anecdotes cover Warde, Irving, Gillette, and the bustling world of early American theatre.
Chairman Shonts declares the priority is safer and more reliable transportation rather than cheaper options, underscoring his broader view beyond canal business.
A collection of quotes from Charles H Cook William Paulles senator Martin Hugg and others on topics including horse drivers barber shops Sunday business real estate hardware electrical goods and travel enjoyments. The remarks touch on safety in traffic the pace of life and social customs with viewpoints from multiple locals and professionals.
Jonathan Bourne Jr of Oregon becomes the first U.S. senator chosen by direct popular vote with a March 4 term start. He praises the law, challenges political bosses, and notes Oregon's primary movement as a model others study, including Wisconsin interest and a Chicago Post echo.
The Chicago Record-Herald notes Nebogatoff received ten years confinement in a fortress for failing to engage the Japanese. It contrasts his fate with possible harsher posts such as Moscow or Warsaw chief of police.
A Cleveland Leader opinion argues that abolishing the House of Lords would end the need for its members to pretend usefulness, reflecting a sharp critique of the British upper chamber and its functions.
The article notes Senator Beveridge's three day speech on child labor provoking hazing by opponents. Beveridge remains steadfast, captivating listeners as critics are portrayed as vanquished by his exhaustive case and applause. It also recalls Rev Henry N Couden proposing senate chaplaincy contrasting the house’s garden and senate’s graveyard image.
A New Danger warns that if Mr Jim Hill has done some actions he publicly accuses others of, Canada's reciprocity agreement may face another period of scrutiny or delay, per Chicago Inter Ocean.
A reader's verse laments lingering winter while predicting a fierce summer. The speaker urges patience until June when warmth will intensify, bringing heat, drought, and parched earth as cravings for shade grow. In vivid imagery the climate shifts from icy to blistering, with communities bracing for extreme conditions.
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