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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1901
Page
4
The Sun announces temporary editorial rooms on the third floor of the Journal Building with office phones and business office numbers. Communications for publication go to the editor, advertising rates by phone or at the office, and subscription rates outside the city are six months for $1.50, per month for 2, and yearly $3.00.
The Sun lauds Governor Durbin for vetoing the Joss railroad consolidation measure, denouncing legislative chicanery and corporate influence. It warns the veto harms wealthy interests and praises courage, while noting upcoming track realignment at Grand Crossing and Chicago connections.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a heated critique of Indiana politics with references to a crooked legislature, a Terre Haute lynching, troubled appointments, and wary sentiment about state officials. The piece mocks Durbin and questions governance while noting a whisky-related scandal and vague fears about session disruptions.
The Sun salutes Indiana Democrats while criticizing the Republican legislature and Conlogue's printing bill. The piece accuses dirty politics, mentions Kittinger and pawn-broker legislation, and hints at Boss Platt influencing events as calls for a return to partisan control surface amid tensions.
A Forks Creek stationmaster’s dog Nig, mostly spaniel, saved a Colorado & Southern train by signaling through ice blocked switches. Nig rode in the cab after guiding the crew to slow the train, while the switch was freed and the journey continued. Siamese cats gain favor in England with high prices. examples include temple and palace varieties, fur patterns, and famous pedigrees fetching up to $500.
A humorous verse piece catalogues eating houses with praise for The Palace The European and The Lynne Cafe among others. A narrator laments choosing a favorite while noting Jakey's Ten cent meals and a casual exchange about a visitor to a home with a mistaken impression.
A teacher corrects a student as an anxious boy kneels, admitting influence as he reads a note about March winds. The scene centers on miscommunication and the boy's earnest effort to change.
A Western chief asks how a suspected Indian thief escaped. The detective grimaces, claiming the fugitive dashed around Steenth Street corner, paused at a cigar store and froze like a statue while the pursuit continued.
A farm tale spans sixty years of misfortune beginning with a daughter’s illness and a fatal birth, a barn fire, a sick wife, a dog attack, and mounting doctor bills. The speaker recalls coping without complaint, insisting his life proves a grim but tolerable run.
A collection of editorials notes Admiral Sampson’s views among associates, Russia’s tariff and Chinese questions perplexing diplomats, and calls to curb the asphalt trust. Discussions urge speedy Cuban independence, paying national debts, and warning against steel industry power described as a vast octopus. A comment highlights a trillion-dollar metaphor for global steel cartel influence.
Regional editorials critique legislative stalemate as the two week session nears end. Columns note Mark Hanna’s subsidized stance, speculate on alliances, and mock Edward VII rhymes. Public sentiment favors monuments, schools, and a harness factory in various cities.
Fort Wayne Indiana February 27 Israel Messler aged 60 is missing. He recently sold twelve thousand dollars of property and converted it into cash. Last week he took his wife to Huntington and said he would go to Andrews but never reached Andrews. Foul play is feared as he carried a large sum of money.
Adoniram lodge of Perfection Scottish rite masons has named its new officers. Thrice patent grand master Charles L. Hutchinson deputy grand master L. E. Morrison senior warden Chalmers Brown junior warden A. W. Thompson grand orator W. W. Thornton grand treasurer Charles JF Meyer grand secretary Joseph W. Smith grand hospitaler Samuel B. Sweet master of ceremonies J. W. Straub grand captain of guard Thomas B. Linn sentinel Frank Wilson trustee Charles L. Hutchison.
The Grand show focuses on Edith Purdy, six, daughter of actress Fanny Rice, with profits placed in her bank account. Rice prioritizes Edith's health and schooling, while the family’s private life and theater tours are interwoven with memories of past stars and the current tour's attractions.
The column reports Mr. and Mrs. Frank Baldwins trip to Cuba with Mrs. Edward Gates returning from California next week. Mrs. R O Hawkins hosted First Baptist leaders for lunch. Mrs F H Noonan’s week of March 7 events, and several state weddings in Muncie Cambridge City and Franklin. Dinner at University Club honored William Allen White with Gen Harrison and others attending.
Dr. W. F. Aiden of Savannah Georgia, a renowned specialist, shot and killed his wife on Wednesday and then killed himself. In a separate item, Joan Webster of Wichita Kansas has ordered a house of boiler iron to be placed on wheels to serve as a saloon.
In New Haven on Feb 28 Lieut C A Totten once a Yale professor and noted prophet said the new star in the Perseus constellation is the star of Bethlehem. He asserted the identification as a sighting tied to religious prophecy and astronomy.
The piece contrasts Arabian wisdom with American insight. It cites four Arabic lines on knowledge and awareness, then praises a New York Central train ride for its smooth tracks, luxury, speed, and two cents per mile, urging readers to follow such sound judgment.
John Shaw, a Black man, indicted by a Memphis grand jury for assaulting 12 year old Hurtle Rushton. Trial slated this week. Punishment cited as death. Shaw jailed in Nashville as officials push court action to avert lynching. defendant protests innocence.
Identified as the man who attacked Annie incAttee and Mrs Short, Al L. Cowen was positively named by the women on Wednesday. Police say his identification in these two cases is virtually a conviction for 17 similar assaults.
The funeral of Mrs Elia Scott wife of Rev E J Scott will be at 2719 Bellefontaine street Friday at 9 am and at the M E church Fairmount Sind at 3 pm. Services will be conducted by Rev W Tinsley and Rev F S Min shall
Washington February 28. Treasury officials deny a report that Secretary Gage will resign due to the government’s countervailing duty on Russian sugar. The denial comes amid questions about the policy and its political impact.
New spring fabrics are now on view in local stores with fresh shades and textures. Advertisers emphasize bright colors and modern patterns, inviting customers to explore the latest offerings for wardrobes this season.
An old advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething. claims to soothe the child, soften gums, relieve pain, cure wind colic, and aid diarrhoea. Price listed as twenty five cents per bottle.
In Salamanca Spain on February 28 during Electra the audience interrupted the play with anti clerical cries. They demanded the orchestra play the Marseillaise, which was performed to loud applause.
Trunks and telescopes offered with harnesses for sale and cash payments arranged. An itemized note lists financial terms and mentions California wines and brandies at Schuller's 210 N Meridian.
The Soir ioe pepe Ponder photo studio and art store at 224 Massachusetts Ave offers latest stylish photo effects and handcrafted frames for customers seeking quality portraits. Bail
Paterson New Jersey February 28 The size among the employees of the Mening riboon mill here was settled Wednesday afternoon. The strikers received a 2 percent advance in wages.
Ss W Cor Delaware and Chijosts offers all kinds of dental work with fees set to cover only the cost. The hours run from 9 a m to 5 p m, serving patients during fittingly standard daytime hours.
The South Bend charter measure passed the Senate on a 28 to 16 vote Wednesday afternoon with Democrats opposing. They argued for home rule and against board rule, highlighting partisan divides over city governance.
Beginning February 12 and every Tuesday through April 30, the Southern Pacific offers reduced colonist fares on the Ogden and Say This route to all California points. From Chicago the rate is 30 dollars, from St Louis Memphis and New Orleans 27.50, from Omaha Kansas City and other eastern points the equivalent low rates. Details and route information available from the Southern Pacific company.
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