Prohibition act forms split in Indiana church politics
The Indiana missionary society and ministerial group debate political action as a church movement. Friction grows over endorsements and voter pledges to back only prohibitionists, risking alienation of moderate supporters and hindering municipal and county governance efforts. Brethren urged restraint to avoid harming the broader reform cause.
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Indiana
Chrisi Issionary Society
G. M. Weimer
Nehemiah
Sun
H. Brethren
Brethen
Roswell Petti Flower Dies a Wall Street Power
An obituary tribute recalls Roswell Petti Flower as a mighty Wall Street force and Democratic figure, praised for wealth, generosity, and public duty. The piece notes his early advocacy for reform, governor and congressman roles, and his influence in national finance while highlighting his gentle, principled character.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roswell Petti
Bone Flower
Wall-st
Flower
New York
New State
City urged to fix or replace unsafe bridges
The editorial calls for immediate repair or demolition of unsafe bridges, replacing them with modern sturdy structures while considering aesthetics. It notes no Indiana statesman Bailey appears among Democratic speakers, mentions Dreyfus case hopes, and argues a $200,000 outlay is small to prevent loss of life. The city should protect vulnerable bridges without delay.
Notable quotes from Indiana citizens on life and society
A collage of opinions from diverse locals including doctors, census takers, travelers, officials, and workers. Topics range from medical misdiagnosis and gun licenses to church splits, river carp, insurance, litigation, and hospital deaths, reflecting social attitudes and concerns of the era.
Sunday Church Services Listed for Local Congregations
Sunday services announced for First Baptist Meridian Street and Central Avenue M E churches with morning and evening times. Also listed are First Presbyterian Christ Episcopal Central Christian St Paul Episcopal Memorial and Second Presbyterian, Mayer Chapel Tabernacle Presbyterian and Washington Street Chapel with respective pastors and service hours.
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First Presbyterian
M. L. Haines
Christ Episcopal
A. J. Graham
Central Christian
A. B. Philputt
St. Paul's Episcopal
G. A. Carstensen
Memorial Presbyterian
C. Dickey
Second Presbyterian
J. A. Milburn
Mayer Chapel
Clifford: McBride
Tabernacle Presbyterian
Cumming Smith
W. Washington St
W. B. Dunham
Homeward Dewey and the 1900 Election Echoes
The dispatches mix commentary on Admiral Dewey returning home to decline the Democratic nomination, with colorful notes on Billy Mason of Illinois and a wary public sentiment. Observers urge penitence as campaign momentum builds and reference a Negr os island leader expressing confidence in Uncle Sam amid tensions.
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Admiral Dewey
Columbus
Billy Mason
Illinois
Frankfort
Lafayette Call
Salem Democrat
Negros Island
Uncle Sam
Marion Ehronicie
Miss Myla Leads Senate For Women's Suffrage Victory
Miss Myla Jo Closer stood up bravely in defense of woman’s suffrage and aroused strong enthusiasm with acerbic denouncements of opponents as the bill passed 19 to 9. Afterward the Nicaragua canal matter was taken up. Officers will be elected next Friday. Major Downing is the announced presidential candidate, defeated by one vote last election. Principal senators remain divided, promising a close contest.
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School Senate
Myla
Jo Closer
Nicaragua
Major Downing
Town Talk in Rushville and Beyond News Highlights
Rushville and Indianapolis whist clubs tie for first. Lucy Pierson seeks legal separation from James over cruelty. Lake Shore to double track Ashtabula to Plymouth to aid coal ore movement. Manufacturers club to ride free PA train to Dayton. Joseph Goldberger and wife sued by Philip Bridges over counterfeit attempt on June 1. Indianapolis golf club boosts skills under James Conacher. North Indianapolis citizens demand more cars and better service. Board of public works urged to improve streets. Katherine Clegg seeks divorce and $500 alimony from a recently released husband amid violence. Wa bash and Cleveland line unions discussed for Wabash outlet to Indianapolis Cincinnati south and east. Rev C S Medbury speaks on soldiers ills from Chickamauga Tampa Fernandina. Harry Lemon suing railway for 25000 after crossing accident at Elliott street. Burglary at Henry Van Hoff home leaves revolver and loot. Attorney Ferdinand Winter seeks rehearing delay. court considering. State equor league clears Secretary Callen of charges. praised for anti liquor-sellers stance. Ad Harris lauds Mount’s promotion of common sense agriculture amid Danube valley contrast.
The Swirl of Society Social News Recap
Mrs Harold Megrew hosts a May 19 tea while Miss Priscilla Ketcham and Miss Florence Day host luncheons for friends. Mrs O B Jameson hosts a card party for nieces. Mrs R W Murphy departs for Kokomo for summer. Mrs George F Meyer recently improves from illness. Lyra Casino Ladies’ Enchre Club closes season with a party entertaining gentlemen.
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Harold Megrew
Priscilla Ketcham
Florence Day
Katherine Stewart
Thomas E. Hibben
Miss Merrill
O. B. Jameson
Miss Peckham
Chicago
R. W Murphy
East St
Kokomo
Ward Dean
Webster
George F. Meyer
Enchre Club
Lyra Casino
Ancient belief links rheumatism to a demon
An old belief held rheumatism to be the work of a demon within the body. Proponents claimed the attack of sciatic or inflammatory rheumatism proved this demonically caused affliction. The text reflects era generalizations about medical causation.
Hood's Sarsaparilla Claims Health Benefits
Advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla with multiple testimonials alleging cures for weakness after grip pneumonia eczema blood poisoning hip disease malaria pimples stomach trouble and impure blood. Quoted customers include Mrs M A Dilworth Annie Robert JV Stewart Abra ham J Lewis and W H Mallins with addresses.
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Hood
W. H. Mallins
N. 3Rd St
Steubenville, O
Taggart Talks Politics During New Orleans Visit
Mayor Taggart spoke with a Daily States reporter while passing through New Orleans with his family en route to Chandeleur island to locate a drowned girl's body. He predicted Bryan's renomination but praised trade prosperity and warned of trusts and territorial expansion as key issues shaping a close 1900s election. He urged the US to aid island self rule rather than imperial expansion, and saw Indiana leaning Democratic.
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Taggart
Daily States
New Orleans
Chandeleur Island
Gulf
Bryan
Indiana
United States
Tent to House Epworth League Convention in State Grounds
A 10000 seat tent will be erected on the north end of the state house grounds for Epworth League meetings. Indianapolis Tent and Owning Company holds the contract at 1400 dollars. A 500 seat speakers stand is planned. The Commercial Club funds the project and has also leased English's Opera House for four days.
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State House
Indianapolis
Opera House
Jury awards $10,000 in Smethurst v Breding suit
In Philadelphia on May 13 the jury in Smethurst versus Breding awarded the plaintiff $10,000 in a $25,000 suit for alienation of affections after Breding advertised in a newspaper to meet a young lady for social amusement and Mrs. Smethurst responded.
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Philadelphia
Smethurst
Breding
Local Capital Structure With Trust Hold and Home Ownership Plan
The capital stock totals 400000 dollars with 250000 placed with Union Trust Company under a five year nontransfer agreement to keep it from rivals. The remaining 150000 will be sold in lots of 1 to 10 shares to subscribers and residents to boost local ownership. limit ten shares per person and no sales outside the city.
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Union Trust Company
Union Trust Company of
Indianapolis
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