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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1901
Page
4
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The Sentinel weighs John Jacob Pratt Dunn as city editor and potential controller. It hints at financial theories, temporary loans, higher payrolls, and another tax levy cut, praising Dunn's nerve while questioning the paper’s future role.
State geologist Blatchley and sculptor Rudolph Schwarz praise Indiana oolitic limestone as the finest building stone, while eastern critics demand one quarter of the appropriation for their materials. Architect Rankin warns local pride should not override quality, and Indiana residents dispute the claim.
A legislative reform allows four political parties to place representatives at each precinct count to monitor inspectors. If bias is found, watchers will push to correct it. Prohibitionists may gain city benefit, while concerns about trusts and corporate authority persist. State officials push anti trust and common law approaches despite court signals.
The asphalttes celebrate the stubborn billows in the Ohio pavement that persist after recent rains. They delight in the lingering waves as the black pavement remains unusually animated, despite the rain.
The Sentinel asserts a sizable readership, arguing its influence and reach may be significant. The statement underscores perceived audience size as a point of value or credibility for the publication.
The Sentinel claims Bucktown dominates its circulation and supported Mayor Taggart, while The Sun lags. The paper suggests credit to Sentinel writers for steering Bucktown’s vote and hints at a lucrative city office reward for editorial influence.
The Sentinel denounces THE SUN and accuses the city administration of perpetual misrepresentation driven by missing advertising. The piece labels The Sentinel as a liar and claims widespread unfamiliarity with the Sun's alleged agenda in Indianapolis.
The Sentinel backs the Board of Works to award the lighting contract now so the winner can install a system before July 1903. It hints at city help for an underground mile square network with the Home Heating and Lighting Company, mentioning Crawford Fair banks Sam Rauh and Edward Hawkins.
The coming departure of Controller Johnson could unsettle the administration’s balance and provoke concern for the public. The article warns that a compliant official might influence the tax levy during the campaign, recalling a previous levy reduction as a cautionary example and urging vigilance.
Citizens urge an investigation into the city clerk amid concerns over the Locke case and potential manipulation of the clerk’s office. The council’s stance and possible competing committees are in question as residents seek the truth and safeguards for the police court.
Controller Johnson is described as the brains of the city administration with deep auditing expertise and broad public affairs knowledge. He is regarded as highly qualified for the business he is about to enter.
The News questions rushing a lighting franchise, arguing it would create an unfavorable impression and contradict the public interest, suggesting prior grants may have also carried similar concerns.
As the season starts ministers suspend meetings for the summer and pastors flee town, causing irritation among locals who feel the urge to swear, though they refrain in front of the preacher. The piece notes the social tension around public restraint and seasonal routines.
A farewell event will be held at the Board of Health office to mark Controller Johnson stepping down, with colleagues and officials expected to attend. The departure signals a transition in city administration and potential shifts in oversight of public health programs.
The city sidewalks in Indianapolis contend with heavy traffic and ongoing strain from political life. Residents face the daily grind as officials grapple with persistent challenges in governance and urban movement.
A collage of short opinions and captions cites political figures and events, mentioning the constitution flag issue, a divorce suit by Millionaire Wlagler of Standard Oil, Dowie and insane asylum talk, Carrie Nation’s obscurity, Bryan’s party affiliations, and a June snow storm in Colorado with hail.
The Sentinel touts its circulation outside a free post office scheme and the Sun congratulates it on an exclusive discovery. It asserts it has contributed more than all rivals to good municipal government, while an associate editor is named to become city controller triggering calls for scrutiny of Geckler.
John Mitchell, born 1869 in Braidwood Illinois to Irish miners, rose from farm work to Knights of Labor, then led the United Mine Workers. He became secretary treasurer, then national organizer, and finally president of the United Mine Workers in January 1859, praised for his labor leadership. Other notes discuss William C. Whitney's forest park project in Lenox Massachusetts, Sir Claude MacDonald’s diplomatic service, and two congressional fortunes from the Washington Post.
A collage of editorials notes political brigandage in Philadelphia, Dowie’s suspicion of Chicago doctors, and Goebel era Kentucky chatter. It cites Topeka Journal on monuments from thrown stones, Grand Rapids Press on Philippines schools, New York Evening Sun on Peace progress, and Buffalo Times on Col Chinn’s vow after Goebel.
A humorous dialog features Joe McBride bragging about wealth and refusing to sign, while Gill asserts she has stocks and warns others. The piece contrasts Joe’s vanity with Gill’s pride in riches and wit, ending with the crowd’s amused agreement. Gill outshines Joe in the county.
A playful scene unfolds as the Brutal Boarder asks the Boys if they join a quarter pool tied to a strawberry cake prize. The Freckled Fanatic and Sad Bookkeeper participate, wagering on whose cake piece bears the strawberry.
Riddle echoes a fiddle played by a man a girl with a sweetheart and a tramp to be hung. all hinge on a two bit bond on the string according to JOHN DOBBS of Muskallonge Iowa.
A wife warns there is a robber in the house, prompting her sleepy husband the plumber to hurry into clothes and descend stairs, only to realize the gag as he reaches the threshold of the entry. The tale captures a wary moment of mistaken danger and quick reactions within a home.
A digest of community updates includes: Harrison monument fund gains about 3000 dollars. Allen Sawyer reported with smallpox to the Board of Health. John A. Wilkie of Washington swore an oath regarding Capt. Halls. St Johns church groups plan a lawn fete near the parochial residence on consecutive evenings. Brosnan dry goods will close at 5 pm daily with Saturday exceptions and offer each employee a paid week off. The Board of Safety bans firing pistols and fireworks on July 4. Walter Olds forms a law partnership with Newton W. Deushman. Olds has practiced in Chicago. Crown oil company incorporated in Indianapolis with 10600 dollars capital. Directors listed. A Broad Ripple accident damages a shaft on Dr. McAlexander’s buggy near Thirty-second Street. no serious injuries. Garment workers union hosts lawn fete on E Washington street. umbrella prize for popular union president. Frank Waters threatened suicide with strychnine at Salvation Army inn but poison was removed. A buggy collision near Fountain Square causes a minor crash. occupants escape serious harm. Alonzo Peck files cross-complaint against wife Nelle over alleged dances and drunken conduct on front porch. L. E. & W. brake man John Hedgens stabbed by a colored man, not seriously hurt. another incident of a man stabbed in the breast aboard a car. Washington dispatch notes the president invited to soldiers’ monument dedication and plans Canton rest. fall date preferred. Charlies Timberlake, son of A Berlake, dies at Sixteenth and College due to Bright’s disease. he had been in Chicago supervising an electric switch bostre project. The Methodist ministers’ association closes before summer vacation. officers elected and esteem resolutions for Rev. W. A. Quayle pass.
A distracted woman hurries to a newspaper office to place a society column notice about a sick family member. The dialogue explains she wants the notice to be free but must pay for refreshments due to an unpaid bill. The scene mocks social customs and the costs of hosting guests.
The Daviess county farmers worked wheat all day Sunday to save the crop, described as the biggest and best in years. An anti-saloon league installed in Anderson aims to enforce laws with Rev. Sidney Bennett as state organizer. Bedford Republican prints Senator Fairbanks for president and Gen Fren Funston for vice president. Farmers near Niels report oil found in an artesian well, exciting local interest. Dudley Shively buys 600 acres to drill wells with eight barrels per eight produced as a return. Stevens farm well continues to flow steadily.
The photographs made by Ponder are high class and reasonable in price. Framing to order, 229 Massachusetts ave., first Square.
A special train departs Indianapolis at 6 30 a m for Dayton returning at 6 p m on Sunday June 30 with a price of 1 25 for the Dayton and return trip.
A special train trip from Indianapolis at 6:00 a.m. is offered for one dollar and fifty cents. Return from Michigan City is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 27.
San Francisco will depart Indianapolis on Monday July 8 at 12 15 noon reaching Greencastle at 1 10 pm Terre Haute at 1 05 pm Iffingham at 3 48 pm and St Louis at 10 15 pm An attractive itinerary arranged Send for circular to Chas F Patterson Educator Journal or W W Richardson D P A Indianapolis Int
Francisco. $54.15 for Round Trip From Indianaapolis. Indian apolis train leaves 3 30 p m Tuesday July 9th. Tourist sleepers attached run through to San Francisco without change via Vandalia Line C A Union Pacific Denver Rio Grande Rio Grande Western and Southern Pacific railways. 36 50 per double berth. For space call at Pennsylvania Vandalia Lines Ticket Office No 48 W Washington st Indianapolis or address W W Richardson D P A.
Beginning July 1 the Pennsylvania Lines will sell from Indianapolis and main stations transport to New York and return via Buffalo with Pan-American Exposition stopover or via direct line at reduced fares. Tickets valid up to ten days for the round trip. For details contact W. W. Richardson D. P. A. Indianapolis Ind.
Special train via D. and W. Ry. departs Indianapolis at 7:00 a.m. Sunday June 30. Returning, Decatur departure 6:30 p.m. Fare listed as $1.00 each way.
Lake Erie and Western Railway timetable lists Sunday service from Indianapolis at 6 30 a m to Michigan City with calls at Seaporte Plymouth Rochester Peru and Kokomo. Return from Michigan City at 6 p m with a stop at all listed points.
Mrs. Augustus Bruner hosted Forests Club gathering at 730 N New Jersey St Tuesday afternoon. Lanterns feast slated Tuesday night at Woodruff Place with guests starting 6 30. Pearl Howard hosted a euchre party Monday for Miss Florence Wacker’s upcoming marriage. Cora Layton wed Christian Harmening Monday at 1609 Shelby St with Rev Henry officiating. Lillian Russell and John Scanlan married Tuesday at St Anthony’s Church with Rev Joseph Byrne.
Amusements note that The Buffaloes, a benevolent colored order, began a two day run at the Park with Past life in Bucktown. Harry McClain and Fred Lewis portray Gurley Brewer and Charles Brown, with Harry Fidler also in the cast as Louis Pearson. Crowds, mostly colored, attended Monday's performances. shows continue Tuesday afternoon and night as the fourth annual benefit.
An old advertisement touts Carcarets Candy Cathartic as a solution to a lazy liver. It claims the product can wake the liver to lively action and promotes availability at druggists in 10, 25, and 50 cent sizes.
Susan Hanley of Somerset is on trial for murdering Nellie Stamper, the wife of her husband’s mistress. In Nebraska a convict named Nicholas Fox helped extinguish a prison fire started by fellow inmates. the governor pardoned him. A street fight in Tyler ends with William Griffin killed and H J Fanchen wounded. T J Clay is arrested. Richard Friedman of Boston killed his sister Rosa aged 20, then killed himself after attempting to kill sister Helen, 17, while insane from overstudy after dental college coursework.
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