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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1900
Page
4
In Indianapolis Indiana readers are urged to enroll to receive The Sun regularly by carrier. The notice asks individuals to call or mail in to confirm delivery details and ensure home delivery starts promptly.
The article argues that Democrats in Kansas City drift toward reaffirming the silver plank while omitting the radical free silver stance. It asserts leaders fear dumping Bryan, claim they fear radical reform and condemn current conditions, and anticipate a shift to new bitter rhetoric replacing old platforms.
The text portrays Bryan as dominant in the Kansas City convention while Philadelphia had less influence. It notes Mark Hanna’s role, public reaction, and calls Bryan the voice of God, arguing the People’s power is inverted. It critiques track elevation as overlong campaigning.
Reporters chronicle Illinois and Chicago delegation HQ at the Baltimore Hotel in Kansas City. Decor features bright panels and flowers while visitors joke about city hills and landmarks naming San Juan hill and Majuba hill of democracy.
The piece argues southern Democrats largely reject the 16 to 1 financial policy, fearing it would end prosperity in Georgia and other southern states. It warns states may break from the Democratic fold if Bryan pursues 16 to 1, while criticizing local council actions and voices support for the Cold Air proposal and Stuckmeyer contract. The Oregon rescue report and navy praise are noted amid political chatter.
Owners describe charms of peculiarly powerful firecrackers used on religious occasions in China and intended to frighten devils. They will not sell until all candidates arrive, claiming loyalty to Kansas City and equal treatment for everyone.
Residents observe playful elevator calls to Hannaville in the Perry-Payne building. A German man and a woman deliver geraniums to Senator Hanna, wait, then meet him briefly as he moves to his private domain. An 8 year old wonders if Hanna would run the government if McKinley died. A story about ex Gov Foster recalls cabinet days with reporters. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve touted for burns and skin issues.
Tickets issued July 6 with 30 day return limit. Travel from Indianapolis at 4:45 p m by Lake Chautauqua line then via Chicago and Lake Erie routes to Jamestown arriving 6:47 p m next day. For sleeping car reservations call Union Station or 25 Washington St.
Removal notice states Dr. B. F. Bye formerly at 227 N. Ilinois Street has moved to 403 N. Illinois Street at the northeast corner. Both telephone lines are 1925.
The Lake Erie and Western Railroad announces a $1 out of town excursion to Michigan City Indiana and Rochester on Sunday July 8 1900. Departs Indianapolis at 6 20 a m.
An old nurse for children Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup is advertised for teething. The notice lists an excursion Sunday July 8 from Danville to Indianapolis with departure at 7 25 a m and return 11 00.
A collage of verses and sketches. patriotic songs mix with comic parables and street scenes. Characters include a boastful celebrant, a dying man reading ads, a rough rider touring counties for Roosevelt, and poets seeking editor support. The piece satirizes fame, faith, and war rhetoric while presenting vivid portraits and dialect humor.
Washington rumors say First Assistant Postmaster General Perry S Heath plans to resign soon amid ties to the Seventh National Bank and Neely frauds. Critics claim his wealth grew via official power and bank connections, with Cuban funds later funnelled to the North American Trust Company. The Denver Post notes republican managers favor his departure to avoid further embarrassment.
A collage of quotes notes the Democratic convention as boisterous yet honest and mass driven. It also praises farm schools for moral uplift and cites varied editorials on public reform, Boxer views, and David B. Hill’s political movement dynamics.
A collection of editorial quips mocks Democrats and Republicans across several papers. It critiques factions in the Bryan camp, notes Gen. Joe Wheeler's Chicago assignment, and satirizes figures like Senator Hanna and David B. Hill, framing the era’s partisan tensions with sharp humor. Burdock Blood Bitters ad appears at end.
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