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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1907
Page
4
Vanderlip argues state legislatures must curb railway unfairness after two-cent fare bases and improper use of rich and poor rider schemes. He urges constructive reform, restraint in public discourse, and warns against demagoguery and punitive policy that could destroy needed change.
A New York woman who championed an eight hour working day for women was jailed for ten days after her husband had her arrested. The episode illustrates how a progressive stance can backfire.
James D. Moriarity is urged to stabilize ice costs in Indianapolis as his Citizens Relief Ice Co sets prices at 15 cents wholesale and 25 cents per 100 pounds for private buyers. The article portrays Moriarity as having means to control the market from his large plant, appealing to him to act quickly to curb the 45 cent ice habit and benefit both public and company profits.
A Toledo man has been indicted in 28 counts for alleged involvement with an ice trust. Prosecutors accuse him of participating in price fixing and market manipulation within the ice supply network.
The Winona assembly, begun by Presbyterians, welcomes Methodists and other denominations to participate in annual campaigns at the lake side. Ground has been broken for the new Methodist hotel, reflecting broad denominational cooperation and ongoing community efforts.
A cooperative spirit grows into a movement as Methodists raise $40,000 for a new Winona hotel. The project aims to reduce denominational bitterness and showcase brotherhood in shared effort as a key to modern religious activity.
The article argues that railways deliberately take chances by breaking rules yet protest publicly when caught, claiming ignorance of public rights. It portrays a pattern of evasion followed by excuses rather than accountability.
The piece defends Gilson Gardner against Fairbanks supporters describing him as reliable and insightful. It argues Gardner’s early statements on the real Mr. Fairbanks were timely and fair, notes Collier's Weekly picked up the story, and suggests readers deserve further details and side lights.
The community in Indianapolis strengthens saving habits yearly, linking opportunity to earnings with thrift and prosperity. The message stresses thrift as a path to financial well being for residents.
Article warns that market milk aged 24 hours harbors up to 500 million bacteria per cubic inch and can sour from contamination. It emphasizes that healthy cows carry no disease germs and advocates sterilizing or pasteurizing milk to avoid deadly pathogens.
A muted outlook surrounds the Knox project as it remains in early development. No concrete purchases or commitments have been announced, and plans to advance to biographical detail or an engraved log cabin stage are not yet visible.
The article warns that 604,960,000 spent on new buildings last year contrasts with over 500,000,000 in building losses by fire, risking nationwide prosperity. It notes only a fraction of structures are fireproof, highlights growing fire losses, and urges improved construction standards to avert catastrophic losses.
A brief item notes Uncle Sam turning 131 years old with a single spring season referenced, echoing a patriotic anniversary in concise newspaper form.
The piece contrasts two kinds of statesmanship in mining reform. It argues saving breaker boys from ill health is superior to defending employers, and mocks a brainy reformer who sides with mine operators over constitutional corrections. It mentions Philander C. Knox and his defense of operators.
The piece contrasts advocacy for worker welfare with profit driven by child labor. It notes 1906 gold output at 400 million dollars, potential US leadership in gold production, and Rand mines expected 140 million but likely reduced by labor troubles to 1906 levels. It includes a fable about a chair, a fall, and misused tools.
In a fraught scene Col Waterson observed as Philander C. Knox allegedly took a fragment of the constitution to Pennsylvania. Knox claims the shred as his own, while Waterson remains with a dubious political asset described as a dark horse.
The passage notes railroads asked to cut fares may establish lasting devices like passes rebates and lobby groups, which were harming the lines. It underscores that these ills arose from the railroads themselves and that the public provided relief.
Congressman Scott argues the country could have afforded to pay Joe Cannon 1 060 000 annually for a decade. He adds that paying him 50 000 pounds for a job could have saved cash, implying a potential reform or patronage.
The two cent fare law in Pennsylvania has caused railroad companies to withdraw miners tickets, leaving workers who commute daily to their jobs affected to some extent.
Alton B. Parker, once predicting a treasury deficit of hundreds of millions, notes an $85,000,000 revenue surplus for the just closed fiscal year. The shift marks a dramatic change in fiscal projections and highlights improved revenue performance.
A meat dealer in Indianapolis was fined for labels using letters that were too small. The ruling requires labels to be plain and properly legible, applying to all goods including presidential booms.
Dan Reid announces he does not seek a United States Senate seat as Indiana's senator. Governor Hanly has completed his part in the effort.
Chicago authorities plan billboard displays to warn against alcohol with the Fairbanks cocktail among the items highlighted. The effort aims to promote temperance and caution about drinking.
Mr. Knox argues states can regulate corporations and appears aligned with corporate limits on state control. The remark references Pennsylvania as a witness to the approach.
A historical note states the United States wealth is about 107 billion dollars and that a Harriman would add roughly 700 billion of water for dividend and high finance purposes, illustrating speculative financial framing.
Witnesses in the Haywood case at Boise Idaho face perjury charges raising questions about their testimony. The court proceedings continue with the high profile case drawing regional attention.
The notice identifies former Indiana congressman Fred Landis as “a brother of Judge K M Landis of Chicago” as part of a public reference in the article. No further details are provided about the familial description or context.
A claim suggests that if Mr Rockefeller is to have an immunity bath, the water must be heated to the boiling point. The remark frames a curious, ambiguous procedure linked to immunity.
In a stream of quips and shorthand allusions, the speaker satirizes electoral college tricks mis framed actions and public moods. The text references Fairbanks Rockefeller and other figures while punctuating with playful hints about politics and aging.
J. W. Davis of Monroe County realized a fortune after ten years on a piano player patent. He patented and sold the rights to England Piano and Organ Manufacturing Co of Houston for 50000 and retains an interest in the factory. Davis, once of Elletts ville, is a natural musician and expert on piano mechanics. The device attaches inside a piano or organ for 100 dollars, enabling a new instrument to sell for 275 dollars. Davis later moved to Rome Georgia and refined the invention, which boosted his wealth.
The piece notes Senator Beveridge seeks to bar goods produced by children under W years old from interstate commerce. Senator Knox counters that regulating commerce does not authorize prohibiting transportation of harmless articles lawfully made in a state. The debate highlights Pennsylvania implications.
The St. Paul Dispatch notes 51 people killed and 1,370 injured by autos in Germany over the past six months. It adds that while America may lead in railroad accidents, it also has autocrat style drivers abroad.
A group of Indiana women vow not to marry men lacking at least $1,000 in money. The move suggests Indiana may delay marriages, keeping its crop of old maids on hold for now.
A Cincinnati Enquirer quote notes a temporial exchange between ex Secretary Shaw and Vice President Fairbanks as a touching moment in presidential considerations. It suggests the moment will fade when real wire pulling begins.
The Philadelphia Press notes Gov. Johnson of Minnesota leans toward Col. Watterson's platform but rejects his mustache as a political cue. The piece hints at possible alignment despite stylistic differences.
Harry Orchard did not always take life cheerfully yet he persisted in his violent methods. The Kansas City Journal notes variety in his techniques prevented monotony in his employment.
Hanly says he will help name the next governor, but denies taking money from Dave Sherrick for the job, while Jay Frank questions the arrangement.
A Bloomington World commentary denounces Indiana's capital city for moral failings and corruption. It urges moving the statehouse, insane asylum, and fairgrounds away from Indianapolis to escape alleged whitecapping threats and social vice.
The Chicago Post notes the impossibility of turning Charlie Fairbanks into a Charleman figure, highlighting the tongue in cheek remark on identity and public persona.
A poem from the Birmingham Age-Herald laments a bad era defined by megaphones phonographs and loud pretenses. It critiques loud lies public fakes and a dog eat dog society with divorces and double lives. The verse condemns the era as to the bad.
A Washington Herald piece extols Indianapolis as a cultural and political hub with figures like Riley Tarkington Fairbanks and Dunn, then shifts to a general business ad urging readers to start a savings plan with $20 monthly for ten years, projecting $2 798 88. It ends with large figures $1 000 000 00 and 375 000 080.
The Illinois divorce law barred marriage for a year yet a couple wed in Indiana. A Chicago superior court judge ruled the marriage may stand, stating on the bench that when in doubt about the law decide in favor of marriage, signaling push for uniformity in marriage and divorce procedures.
A survey of counties shows widespread prohibition sentiment with many states reporting large fractions of dry counties. Arkansas Florida Georgia Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Missouri North Carolina Oklahoma South Carolina Tennessee Texas Virginia West Virginia New Mexico reflect varied progress toward statewide prohibition and enforcement. Local option moves and dispensary repeal mark the era.
Harvard conferred 992 degrees while Yale granted 792, yet Yale won the boat race. The item notes the race outvalues the degree counts, with a playful clash over prestige between the two universities.
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