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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1901
Page
4
Notice about mail classification and contact details for business, editor, and advertising departments. Includes carrier delivery six cents weekly and options for agents, news dealers, and terms. Address: 1626 880.
A column praises Indianapolis entertainments including English's vaudeville and the Zoo, notes the Park's good reputation, and critiques Empire. It argues hydrant pricing, public contracts with streetcar firms, and water bond terms. It laments political maneuvering, calls for a primary law, and comments on women in prison administration.
The Statesman notes growing scrutiny of trust companies this session and calls for a clear inquiry into their aims and practices. It frames the issue as a matter of public interest and financial governance.
The Sun defends Mount in probing accusations against prison officers while urging a public inquiry to reveal truth and remedy. The Sentinel promotes Boneset as a liver cure. Editorials contest Artman vs Statesman for speaker and urge Republicans to curb legislators with dog laws amid looming lobbying.
Maurice Thompson recalls sending his first manuscript to the Atlantic Monthly and the editors Howells Lowell and Longfellow. Howells later restored the sapsucker to the poem. The piece also outlines Ralph Connor’s origin from Gordon’s Winnipeg story and Harper Bros plans for 1901 novels including Fast over courthouse by Kenneth Brown. Robert Barr’s upcoming book on Tammany methods is noted by Mgr. Alden, with travel hints about Barr’s whereabouts and Egypt.
A London academy poll of prominent men yields varied favorites from Frederic Harrison to Max Beerbohm. Responses include Richard Yea and Nay, Quisante, Herod, Life of Archbishop Benson, Red Pottage, Master Christian, and Soft Side of Life, revealing reading as a personal selection and not a singular canon.
The text reflects on Armour’s vast wealth and power yielding little happiness. Despite palatial homes parks and private cars he remained tethered to business by incessant telegrams from anxious lieutenants. The Armour Institute of Technology and Armour missions stand as lasting monuments to his donations.
A collage of editorials and telegrams from various Indiana papers notes political maneuvering around Bryan and Cleveland, calls for action on lynching in Georgia, and cautions about Democratic splits. It sketches a national mood with sharp commentary on party leadership and upcoming legislature.
The cross sign play with Charles Dalton continues at Eng lish's with strong advance sales. Miss Walter Hale of Indianapolis appears with the Arizona company. The White Horse tavern and Japanese acrobats headline English's and the Grand bills. Reaping the whirlwind ends at the Park Wednesday and other shows follow.
Capt Bonavita, famed lion hunter and trainer, impressed spectators as he subdued Caesar the lion after an hour of tension. The Zoo showcased Prof Blake's dogs and baboons in a packed house. The event marked the last week for Isau the chimpanzee and Mrs Murphy's dramatic balloon escape was traced by a searchlight. Director Bostock plans a Friday Saturday fundraiser for kindergarten and Children’s Aid Society with free admissions suspended.
A collage of brief editorial quips from Detroit and Philadelphia papers. Topics include Britain’s manpower in South Africa, college hazing, a divorce reconsideration in Grand Rapids, and debates on disenfranchisement and fraudulent voting in Pennsylvania.
Invitations out for luncheon by Mrs. Benjamin Harrison and Mrs. Henry L. Wallace on Saturday. Mrs. Judah’s luncheon Saturday in honor of Mrs. John M. Judah. the Judahs depart Saturday night for Italy. Nanette Grote hosted Tuesday for Miss Correll, guest of Miss Blanche Greenan. Maud Smith hosted Tuesday for Miss Annie Leathers of Louisville. Woodruff Place club plans a board party Friday. Mrs. James M. Winters hosted Tuesday for Mrs. Francis, wife of Bishop Francis. Central-ayre Circle 1 will entertain circles 7 and 8 at tea Friday. A Zoo box party Tuesday night included Judge and Mrs. Francis Baker and others.
Andrew M. Sweeney told Century Club listeners Tuesday that no state in the last decade has produced five novels as great as Ben Hur The Gentleman from Indiana Alice of Old Vincennes The Legionaries and When Knighthood Was in Flower The list highlights Indiana authors and landmark works from the era.
The funeral proceeds from 543 EE Booth St Friday at 8 a m. The service at St Marys Church is scheduled for 8:00.
Supt Quiggley attends a national board meeting in Chicago to push making the bureau a government institution. Lydia Niblack previews a Knickerbocker hall symphony concert with a program analysis lecture series. The Art Association reports progress on securing a site for Herron art museum and plans to buy the Talbott property. Indianap olis Caledonian quaiting club holds banquet and Burns anniversary is slated with Mayor Dunlap as speaker. Lectures on germicides and pharmacy are announced by the Order of white elephants. City finances include a $142,900 fire department and hospital bond issue to be sold March 1 with bids Feb 20. Marion county medical society installs officers and reports 198 members. Local banks approve new operations and personnel. A red hot stove causes a small fire at 970 W Washington. A chrysanthemum show is discussed for November. State superintendent Jones’ forthcoming report cites 756,328 school children ages 6 to 21 and $952,418.98 state funds collected last year. University club to elect four directors with several candidates listed.
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