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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1901
Page
4
The Sun details its offices and contact numbers for editorial and business matters. It lists delivery at six cents weekly within the city, advertising rates via the manager, and subscription terms for outside city readers including six months at $1.59 and yearly at $3.00.
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Ex Treasurer Schmidt is sued by Romus F. Stuart for 150000 dollars claimed to be due Marion County from alleged illegal abstraction of public funds. The county board may settle without court action, amid calls for openness and accountability in the treasurer’s office.
The text argues churches must accept findings of unbiased scientists or risk weakening appeal to modern minds. It notes science professors differ on evolution and cites Kansas Wesleyan where trustees removed a modern science teacher, provoking student and faculty protests. Suppressing open teaching may backfire by increasing curiosity and spreading knowledge.
The joint committee conference on the monument dedication was asked to turn the matter over to a seven member committee to act with the governor. Refusing a resolution to set the dedication between October 1 and 15 shows audacity and overreach. The remark notes how a small man can wield large influence when self assured.
Mark Hanna gains colonel on the staff of Leo Bassieur, commander in chief of the Grand Army, after a brief initiation. The editorial criticizes delay in N Meridian paving and accuses the Board of Works of self-interest. Indianapolis seeks to keep Middle Division free rural mail delivery HQ in the city, praising state capital benefits. The Sun disputes claims that Evans Woollen would be controlled by brewers if elected mayor, asserting his independence.
A public statement asserts that collective choice outweighs individual wishes, underscoring a belief in democratic will. The remark emphasizes civic process and the primacy of communal decisions in governance.
A critical analysis of opposition to Mr. Babcock in Wisconsin's congressional race argues that trusts and tariff policy intertwine, portraying merchants and trusts as opposing his tariff stance. It frames commercial power as a political force, urging Democrats to use this campaign dynamic for strategy and messaging.
The Sentinel uses bold language to defend the Board of Works stance on N Meridian Street block paving while hinting at remorse over the asphalt trust. It notes past objections to the Stuckmeyer waste‑paper box incident and cites public pushback as key to policy shifts.
The American Medical Association adopted a resolution endorsing the army post canteen citing discipline morality and sanitation. The physicians, mostly scientific men, argue their stance is not part of the anti saloon league war department controversy and they speak on sanitation and morality with authority.
A saloon keeper praises family time and a pause from business while arguing for laxer enforcement. Others resist, fearing losses in the struggle to stay afloat. One keeper claims similar profits under the Denny regime and more family time, prompting city officials to weigh the issue.
The Board of Works finalizes a cleaning effort for N Meridian street after weeks of delay. A Republican says the Columbia club is eroding business at two or three saloons, setting the stage for a pivotal city campaign issue.
Indiana G A R commander Milton Garrigus is noted as not opposing pensions for young widows, aligning with progressive views on benefits for veterans families. The remark highlights his stance amid veteran affairs discussions.
The Dallas News notes Senator Beveridge has traveled to Russia to study commercial conditions and may deliver a Senate speech on the topic. The piece hints at possible tariff disputes within his party and mocks Beveridge as an adviser, comparing him to notable predecessors.
Reports to the State board of health indicate smallpox in twenty counties during May. Counties named include Du Bois Madison Lawrence Perry Howard Hancock Clay Vanderburg Fulton Knox Union DeKalb Dearborn Wake Jefferson Floyd Porter Elkhart Marion and Switzerland.
Impaired digestion and stomach discomfort are described as early warnings of a worsening condition. The text notes unease after meals, nervous headaches, sour stomach, and belching, stressing early attention to prevent progression.
A collection of quotes covers issues from urban policy and labor wages to street paving and weather lore. Notable voices include Miller on flat buildings, Shover on Teamsters pay, Clark on garbage contract adherence, and Reilly on creosote pricing. Public sentiment spans pollution, crime threats, civic clubs, and local affairs.
Ed Judge Brown is seen walking four times daily along Fort Wayne avenue from his Broadway and Fourteenth street home. Lawyer Charles F. E. Cox complains of spring fever and carp on the Kankakee and Fall Creek. Druggist Ed Stucky and others plan a DePauw class reunion in Greencastle. Charles Casad returns from a two weeks east trip praising Indianapolis as unmatched.
Mrs. Harrison departs for the Adirondacks on June 28. Mr and Mrs Robert A Brown host a card party Friday night. Mr and Mrs D P Erwin return from their wedding trip. Mr and Mrs George T Porter host a 20 guest dinner at the University Club Friday. The Century Club to hold its annual Broad Ripple dinner after a steamboat ride Saturday evening. Invitations issued for the marriage of Blanche Ellis to Frederick M Rickard on June 26. Adolph Schelischmidt and John Geiger go to Europe next Saturday. Mrs Schelischmidt will accompany her son to Cleveland for summer with her daughter.
A fragmentary piece notes Polly as a lively character with old fashioned dress and churchgoing habits. It references Hon. Horatio J. Crooksey, a county legislator, commencing construction of a $5,000 business block on the public square and hints at increased law practice since the legislature’s adjournment.
A humorous exchange notes that Moneybushels daughter has secured a divorce from young Duderick. The witty dialogue frames the legal split as a cautionary tale about prudence with wealth and relationship missteps.
A landowner along the White River posts a blunt warning to trespassers. The sign declares no fishing on his land and notes taxes owed for every year, urging town folk to heed the message and not tramp the ground, mentioning his aging bulldog.
A mosaic of satirical quotes from multiple newspapers commenting on politics labor capital and free speech. The remarks reference James Russell Lowell South Carolina governors labor capital clashes and medical oddities with a critical tone toward Dowie and free speech abuses.
Funeral services for ex Judge C C Hines held at 2 pm Saturday at St David s Episcopal Church Talbot avenue and Twenty first street Bishop Francis conducted the rites assisted by Rev S Sargent rector Pallbearers included W W H Miller Gen Coburn A C Harris J B Elam J S Duncan W A Ketcham N C Butler and H J Milligan Interment in Crown Hill family lot
Fred Gray of 2420 Talbott Avenue and a wood working shop on West Washington Street inherits one hundred thousand dollars from his father Joseph Gray of Gardner Maine. The settlement follows the passing of Joseph Gray and names Fred Gray as heir.
A red-faced man enters a shop and asks the drug clerk for whisky or brandy. He refuses both, saying he is nervous. He requests a strong glass of sarsaparilla to steady him.
A quirky note in the bar proclaims Opportunity knocks on the door, with a line reading Hanging on the bar is he Knocking Opportunity and credit to Edward Singer.
The evyless lock company secures a permit for a 3300 dollar addition to its Norminist factory. Home sales include Wallace homestead on New Jerseystead to A L Mason for 328000. Bliss Perry lectured on literary fashions in Irvington. A 14 year old cyclist injured at Meridian and Georgia streets. Multiple sales along Washington Street and Pine. A strawberry festival planned by Maj. Robert Anderson Woman's Relief Corps at 813 N Senate Ave. Cassie Davis, 15, missing from 624 2 Twelfth St. The German Lutheran Orphans’ Asylum to host the eighteenth annual celebration with all day meetings. Indiana Modern Woodmen delegation heads to St Paul for convention. bid to host 1903 in Indianapolis. Henry Rauh rejoins U S life after trip to England and Germany praising American commerce. Mrs T B Turner named administratrix of Henry Jews estate and pursues $20000 claim. Fires reported, rubbish at 7380 S Delaware St and a frame shed at 432 S Meridian St, no loss. Indiana Association for the Progressive Education of the Blind discusses factory for employment of kind women. banquet with Luke Walpole toastmaster. George Ingram, whipped by father by order of Judge Daly, seeks lighter punishment. judge grants whipping instead of reform school. Habeas corpus suit for William D DePoy of Irvington filed after cocaine use. memory gaps and struggle with officers. The play An Open Secret staged at the Proglaeum by the Service Club with a cast of Misses Lilly, Layman, Morris, Parry, Watlaca, Latham, Snow, Rockwood, Crarson and Vajen Coleman.
A collection of satirical clippings mocks imperialism by Uncle Bam, notes Rev. Charles M. Sheldon’s Chicago July stay, hints at Topeka servant trouble, previews commencement day titles, jokes about a bird language in Fond du Lac, and lampoons a shirt and collar trust plus the GOP’s 1944 prospects with Hanna as Lubricant figure.
The Topeka Journal notes that if Harry New had consulted Senator Hanna before praising Senator Fairbanks for the presidency he might not have spoken as he did. Critics say nothing is impossible for a man who hides a bald spot with three inches of hair. The Thompson club of Terre Haute plans its annual banquet next Monday at the Terre Haute House.
A condensed schedule lists Sunday services for multiple churches with times and pastors. First Baptist under Rev T J Villers 745 pm, Children's day 1 am. Central Christian under Rev A B Fhilputt 146 and 745. Third Christian Rev C C Rowlison 1042 and 748. Plymouth Congregational Rev H C Meserve 1045 and 745. St Pauls Episcopal Rev Lewis Brown 1048 and 730. Central Ave M E Rev C C Lasby 1645. Meridians M E Rev W A Quayle 40445 and 745. Roberts Park M E Rev C E Bacon 743 with Children service 1043. First Presbyterian Rev M L Haines Ila me. Second Presbyterian Rev J Ross Stevenson 11 am. Mayer's Chapel Rev Clifford McBride 730 pm. Tabernacle Presbyterian Rev J Cumming Smith 11 am.
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