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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1905
Page
4
A dated editorial attacks a proposed primary reform bill as a political ploy to remove party control. It argues the measure harms parties, benefits ambitious candidates, and claims “the people” are really the parties. The piece scorns ambitions of machine politics and calls for defeat.
A fervent editorial warns that commercialism and the dollar worshipers threaten Niagara Falls and other natural wonders. It urges Congress to act to preserve vast water power sites and forests from utilitarian destruction and urges protection of rivers, lakes, and scenic landmarks across New York State.
The bill to establish a village for epileptics advances despite protests from Warren Sayre and concerns about state treasury strain. The article notes opposition and questions whether the plan is fiscally sound amid overall state budget pressures.
The legislature moves forward with a costly appropriation bill, totaling over a million dollars, urging minimal revenue gains and forecasting recurring deficits. Critics warn of ongoing tax burdens as lawmakers resist economy, driven by eagerness to spend and new access to public funds.
Foreign students note American husbands of the well to do strain to fund wives ambitions. The piece argues wives should restrain the drive for luxury and social status, urging a simpler, wholesome home life. It hints at the broader danger of business excess and cites fictional examples to illustrate temptation and folly.
Prosecuting Attorney Charien Benedict considers calling city officials before a grand jury to verify rumors about a fund of 50 000 to 60 000 dollars raised to promote the cities and towns bill The bill would extend terms of office and the fund allegedly aimed to corrupt the legislature The remark compares the rumor to a Lincoln quote about a rat hole and microbes in money.
The article notes most London servants receive no fewer than seven meals daily. Breakfast appears in two rooms. 11 o'clock refreshment with beer or milk. a heavy 2 o'clock meal. tea, an elaborate dinner, and a late light supper around 10. This pattern mirrors masters' dining routines.
On the last day of 1904 Senator Allison surpassed Morrill for longest active service with 31 years 9 months 26 days. The prior record holder was John Sherman of Ohio with 31 years 11 months 14 days total. By session end Allison may hold both the longest continuous and actual service in the Senate.
An anonymous gift of cigarettes to Genator Parke provoked a senior pile up of smokes in the cloakroom while Senator Moore faced questions over a whiskey bottle labeled Tom Moore Pure Rye. Marion County Senator Armin Kodine returns after treatment in Chicago as the chamber reels from the episode.
Senator Kodine bas five more ANYA of service and may be on hand to vote if his constituency requires it. Miss Cynthia Cole, noted real woman lawyer, visited the senate chamber Tuesday after gaining legal renown in the Gilleaple murder trial at Rising Sun where she served as associate counsel for the defense. Senator Carl Wood teased Senator Tyndall during a debate on striking out the clause requiring Yerveban dines to maintain waiting rooms, and Wood’s playful banter drew laughter in the senate chamber.
The Welter Figno company at W New York Street and Manson Avenue completed a two story addition to its piano factory. Claiming finest tone and quality, the firm advertises direct sales in Indianapolis and surrounding area up to 60 miles. Officers listed include B F Nysewunder president, J B Van Etten vice president, H J Weller secretary, and J L Nysewander assistant treasurer.
Mrs B d Dawson of 3 West Forty fourth place Chicago seeks help locating relatives from whom she was separated about a year and a half ago. They were then living in Franklin Indiana and named Black. She also heard years ago that an aunt resided in Indianapolis.
In Philadelphia a young architect, born to society yet indifferent to its rules, recalls proposing to his fiancée and proposing a simple wedding. He suggested a quiet ceremony away from pageantry, while she insisted on a ceremony at least. The tale, recounted by Harper's Week, underscores contrasts between social expectations and personal choices.
In England at a Hardwicke society dinner, Eugene V Debs recalls James J Hill and a wage dispute on the Northern railroad. Debs says the hatchet is buried and the trains will run on schedule. A Civil War general passes a bar exam with partial success in Shelly's rule and other terms.
A Denver Republican quote recounts District Attorney Jerome praising a East-side German apothecary for a clever pledge to never discuss a man’s virtues to his face nor faults behind his back. The tale illustrates wit and restraint in resolutions from a modest, diffident man.
A member-elect from a middle western state visiting Washington writes home about his enjoyable stay and hospitable capitol hosts, quipping that he has had a knife in his mouth all the time to keep from saying too much.
William King of the Merchants' Association recounts a street meeting about a boy named Jack who rapidly alternates jobs. A friend asks if his link with John Smith & Co. is permanent. Jack responds he is “there on memorandum” for now, leaving the future uncertain.
A playful column parodies village life with jokes about a brass band, a joke about an ex wife, alimony, whiskered legislators, Prof Bugghau’s Egypt voyage, and witty quips about a chair and customers, all in a lighthearted montage.
For Thursday March 2 1903 the note warns in archaic cadence that birthdays on this day bring caution with money and health. It advises avoiding risk and speculation, keeping control, and ensuring employees and families act prudently. A child born on this day may be gaudy careless and spend money quickly.
A report on the elections committee's actions criticizes the Huge peterry section bill for its compulsory feature. The committee recommends an amendment to insert diy conventions and primary elections gy dona. It also modifies several features of the MIP and introduces a new fee structure for county candidates filing to appear on the primary ballot.
A woman, identified as Mrs. Amier Wet, aged about forty, committed suicide at Yours, Pusdays by a billet threwrte ter Wearl. She came to Indianapolis about ten years ago and had not remained in the city long before removing the mimeur. Mrs. Wet was to be in charge of her years add daughter, Rage, after her death. The cause is linked to a quarrel over a business venture called Quyiness.
Harry Snyder aged seven from Springheld Ohio vanished about a week ago near Munele. Authorities seek every effort to locate him. He previously cared for a string of horses owned by G W Millgan of Montpelier Indiana.
Benjamin Doyle age 4 from 85 W Washington St was reported missing but found safe. He had changed boarding houses without informing relatives leading to a police search. authorities confirmed he is no longer in danger.
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