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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1900
Page
4
The Sun reports on postal rates and agent inquiries for publication, plus a political editorial section critiquing Mayor Taggart and civil service reform. It covers investigations into city governance, Denny-era firings, and a Puerto Rican tariff debate with broader commentary on federal policy and public sentiment.
The piece argues ex presidents like Gen Harrison deserve to discuss public matters without insinuations of office seeking. It rebuts claims of a prelude to a 1896 style run, praising his right to comment on tariffs and policy while urging respectful reception of his views.
The Indiana district may swing against Congressman Overstreet over the Puerto Rican tariff. Republicans in Indianapolis and across Indiana denounce the measure, rallying voters and threatening his chances. Democrats naming a strong candidate could threaten his hold as opposition solidifies.
The article praises Gen Miles for his intellect and devotion to the flag and constitution. It contrasts his views with criticism from others close to the McKinley administration regarding national policy like the Puerto Rican tariff. It notes public opposition as sane and argues against dismissing popular sentiment as hysteria.
A collection of quotes from women on daily life and manners. Mrs T C Day discusses sidewalks and an edge of curb rule. Miss Ritter jokes about a boh emian marriage. Miss Shannon on tact in telling disagreeable news. Mrs D K Goss on homesickness in boys. Miss Brown notes town name curiosity. Miss Browning on dentists during hard times.
A crowd at Tomlinson Hall witnessed a liquid air show Friday night only to learn the air had evaporated en route from New York. Disappointed onlookers were told the demonstration would be rescheduled for next week and performed then.
Christchurch Rev A J Graham 10 30 and 4 30 First baptist Rev T J Villers 10 45 and 7 30 YVaber acle Rev J Cumming Smith 10 45 and 7 45 Second presbyterian Rev J A Milburn 11 00 and 7 30 New church chapel Rev W L Gladisa 11 0 and 7 45 St Pauls episcopal Rev Lewis Brown 10 45 and 4 30 Roberts park M E Dr C E Bacon 11 00 and 7 30 First presbyterian Rev M L Haines 10345 and 7 0 Central christian Rev Allan B Phils putt 10 45 and 7 45 Central ave method c c Lasby 10 30
A compilation of remarks from James Collier W H Messenger Maj Noble and others on education politics religion and professional ethics. The collection includes views on sewer education for a son, cooking demos for girls, safe plumbing and temperance in wages, while others praise Shakespeare photography and census hiring criteria.
A collage of editorials notes the Philippine War’s end, Otis casualties, and growing political shifts. It cites Cleveland Press and Denver Post, hints at a possible independent movement around Independence Day, and reports a Harrison bid rumor debunked by Indianapolis sources.
A brief notice reports a fire in Meridian affecting the George Ww Stout wholesale property on 8. The incident occurred several weeks ago with limited readable details available in the fragment.
Rev Worth M Tippy replies on municipal ownership of saloons in Indianapolis. He argues dispensaries reduce saloon power by removing private capital from liquor trade, cites North Carolina Georgia and Alabama successes, notes moral questions, revenue implications, and the need for careful regulation and reform in city governance to curb corruption and improve civil service.
Miss Jessie Bird hosted a trousseau party with friends Thursday. Mrs. Frank Krull entertained her card club Friday night. Dr and Mrs T A Wagner invite guests to dinner Saturday for Dr Jordan. Mrs Charles B Foster visits sister Mrs Richard Talbot in Frankfort. Kappa Alpha Theta hosted by Mrs J Barnett. Kappa Kappa Gamma hosted by Mrs Hoyt McClain. Margaret BD Stuart and James Morton wed Feb 23 in Columbus Indiana with President Jordan of Sanford University as guest. University Club plans reception for Dr Jordan Saturday. Mr and Mrs John W Kern hosted an old fashioned dinner for 18 last Friday. Ladies of Girls' Industrial School host Japanese Tea Thursday at Mrs George Coughlin's home. sale of handmade articles and candles.
Merchant's 30 Restaurant at 50 NTL offers day and night service with first class meals. Finest-prepared meals in City Mealim claim full regular dinner and business men's lunch at 25 cents. St Charles Hotel and Chas Muel lerschoen proprietor opposite Union Station featured.
Daily business lunch offered for 10 cents from noon to 2 PM. Ladies lunch available on the second floor at Ormonée. Includes a Pearl advertisement style note about special pricing and service.
A compilation of editorials and political commentary from varied papers critiquing President McKinley, Philippine rebellion reports, tariff plans for Puerto Rico, mediation in the South African war, and Indiana Democratic tactics. The clippings reflect satirical takes on leadership, elections, and party strategy.
Dr T C Stewart, house physician, challenges any US institution to compare health records. With about 80 inmates, not a death in six and a half months. There have been about 15 babies aged from a few hours to 18 months, most illegitimate and functioning actively.
A fragment from a period piece features verses and vignettes about spring corrections and domestic scenes. It contrasts rural humor with a public persona and a private weathered life, weaving poems with brief dialogues about everyday life and social scenes.
The Oxford musical club of Boston will appear at English's Monday evening March 12 as part of the Y M C A course. It has toured the New England states for six seasons and plans a varied program of vocal and instrumental numbers using over 50 instruments. A minstrel segment and a descriptive piece titled A day at the circus are featured.
ST JOSEPH MO March 10 Rev G H Bradford pastor of the Wesley Methodist Episcopal Church has been offered the pastorate of a church in Rome Italy and will accept He will become the recognized head of the denomination in Italy.
Jackson March 10. The senate voted 9 to 4 to pass the anti trust bill mirroring Texas law. It declares all trusts and combinations illegal, voids contracts with them, and makes agents liable to fines and imprisonment.
Lincoln March 10 The supreme court decided that dealing on options in the Chicago Board of Trade is a wagering transaction and no suit for recovery of losses can be maintained.
A fragment from a Toledo advertisement pledges a one hundred dollar reward for any case of phra catarrh not cured by Hail's. It includes vague assurances from J Cheney Co proprietors and several signatories citing long familiarity and trust in business dealings. The text is garbled and partly illegible.
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