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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1907

Page

4

Hoarding Is a Crime Says Roosevelt Cites Bank Safety

President Roosevelt urges calm and urges citizens to stop hoarding money. He quotes Cortelyou and stresses banks are solvent, currency exists, and public funds must circulate to restore normal business. Indianapolis banks are sound and deserve public support to prevent economic distress. Releasing hoarded money will help the economy.

Indianapolis

Unwritten law debate as man kills wife’s lover

The column condemns the unwritten law and the leniency shown to Fred Schwemeyer who shot his wife and Gill. It argues that juries sympathize with a home invaded and with a husband wronged, effectively excusing the second fatal shot and undermining the written law. The piece warns such sentiment erodes legal justice.

Virginia New York Tennessee Fred Schwemeyer William Gill Schwemeyer Gill Obviouly Nowritten

Unwritten law cannot justify murder says editorial

The piece argues that vengeance dressed as the unwritten law stems from viewing women as property through marriage. It condemns murder as unjust, stressing there is no faithful action that can excuse it or grant juries special privilege to uphold such a verdict.

Public Confidence Suggested Call to U S Treasury

A note implies Mr Public Confidence may seek the United States treasury and hear something favorable or advantageous in that pursuit.

United States Treasury

White 75. Andrew D. White praised as diplomat and educator

Andrew D. White, former ambassador to Germany, is described as one of the nation's greatest diplomatic minds. The piece lauds his 75 years of life, noting his roles as college professor, president, writer, scientist, and peace-maker who devoted himself to public service and enlightened peace.

Andrew D. White Germany United States White

Chicago Bankers Debate Cash Payments Signaling Panic Easing

Bankers in Chicago weigh reliance on cash payments as the clearest indicator that the financial panic has subsided. Analysts say the shift to cash signals liquidity restoration and improving confidence, while policymakers monitor credit flows and market resilience.

Chicago

Age Is Not Virtue in Politics of Reform

A reflection on voters urged toward virtuous politics questions whether a return to past honesty is real reform. The piece argues for a new politics and a fresh honesty rather than reviving old brands, noting that present corruption stems from historical precedents.

Panama bonds ease money tension without issue

The notice notes that although no bond has been issued, the mere announcement of a plan to issue Panama bonds has relieved financial strain. Authorities report improved market confidence and reduced interest pressures as banks and investors react to the prospective sale.

Panama

MELLEN POLICY POKE AT PRESIDENT CALLED OUT

The passage criticizes Charles S. Mellen for calling the president a chatterer and mocks his sensational tone. It frames the current national mood as fatigued by chasing corporate power and weary of upheaval. It argues the country must rest and rebuild after a costly period of disruption.

Charles S. Mellen Mr. Mellen

Pacific slope to uncover coal mines for western ships

The statement stresses that the Pacific coast must reveal coal mine sources to sustain large ships in western waters for an extended period. It highlights regional resource importance and strategic supply for maritime activity and industrial needs.

Pacific

Too Big to Be Good Says Butler on Monopolies

Nicholas Murray Butler argues that a corporation can be large yet harmful. He warns that near monopoly crushes competition and leads to unfairness and public harm when firms abuse control for profit. Big corporations can be too big to be good.

Nicholas Murray Butler

Smokeless coal use boosts efficiency and shirt life

The smokeless consumption of coal increases its efficiency by 25 percent and similarly improves the longevity of the white shirt. This analogy highlights how cleaner burning fuels reduce wear and tear.

European Capital Flows Back to American Securities

Europe resumes buying American securities as European capital returns to U S markets. The shift signals renewed investor strength and relief from prior Wall Street driven flight, with European funds re-entering American uses.

Europe Wallst

Confidence Returns Boost U S Investments

The text argues that European capitalists cannot match U S investments, praising legitimacy and safety of U S opportunities. It predicts a healthier business climate as confidence and capital return to activity with the ongoing adjustment.

United States

No smoke means complete combustion and big fuel savings

No smoke signals complete combustion and major fuel savings for the complete combustionist. The statement underscores the efficiency gains from fully burning fuel, reducing emissions and improving energy use.

Earlham College Prayers Ahead of Football Game

A chapel prayer at Earlham College urged the Quaker team to win its next game. The piece notes prayer can influence effort but cautions that victory requires honest training, faithful practice, and tremendous gridiron work.

Earlham College

State regulation drives push for direct primary laws

Citizens demand state control of nomination costs and advocate a direct primary overseen by the state. Penalties for violations would carry the law's vengeance over corrupt actors, aiming to curb corruption in party ticket nominations.

Presentation copy of Ten Commandments urged for financier

A critic jests that Mr Rockefeiller deserves a bound illumination of the Ten Commandments to honor his frantic financial activities and boasts of Tom Lawson’s artistic touch for the binding.

Resumption of Cash Payments as Hoard Opens

A quoted passage argues that resuming cash payments will unlock hoarded funds. It invokes John Sherman and claims historical proof of similar wisdom, framing the idea as tested by experience and history.

John Sherman

Stage to shun modern plays may revive old successes

If plays continue to fail, the stage will cease to look to modern writers altogether. Some really worthy offerings of old successes may result, much to the joy of an abused public.

Peanuts as daily diet would dull circus day charm

The remark suggests that making peanuts a daily diet would remove the special allure of circus day, as a feast loses its unique appeal when repeated. It frames peanuts as a symbol of a rare treat rather than a everyday staple.

Merger Mellen Declares Faults Meet Grange Vote

The National Grange, after listening to Merger Mellen’s violent declarations, voted a lack of confidence in the truth of his statements. The action reflects distrust in Mellen’s account and signals tension within the organization.

Merger Mellen National Grange Mr. Mellen

Public Condemnation of Gambling and Drink Abuse

The public denounces intemperance in gambling and drinking. Stock-jobbers and highball jerker alike see their occupations vanish as moral reform intensifies.

Endorsement Skews Toward Immigration Check Proposal

In the discussion on policy measures the article notes a probable endorsement of a planned check on immigration during the uncertain period. The emphasis lies on evaluating the proposal's effectiveness and political feasibility, reflecting the era’s cautious approach to border and migration controls. The piece underscores the need for practical, well-considered safeguards.

Rail safety and transport growth push multi track plans

The statement frames transportation and public safety as requiring double or quadruple tracking of all U.S. rail lines. It implies a broad national program to increase capacity and security by expanding track infrastructure across the railroad system.

Logic of Transportation and Public Safety

Money Stringency Vanishes If Every Dollar Acts Freely

The statement suggests that removing money stringency depends on universal action by all dollars. If all money behaved without restraint, the perceived constraint would cease to exist, implying systemic effects on liquidity and policy signals.

Railroads Bind All to Fair Rebates, Critics Say

A slogan on pricing fairness argues that universal dependence on railroads makes rebates vicious and excusable. The statement frames rebates as unjust and harmful to equal commerce.

Question-dodging magnate and legal advice ploy

A compact note on how the so called advice of counsel fails when powerful financiers seek favorable rulings. It suggests some financiers still rely on judges to resolve their disputes rather than medical or ethical remedies, reflecting a cynical view of legal avenues.

Suspicion Undercuts Confidence in Hidden Motives

A compact reflection on doubt disrupting trust as uncertainty shadows decisions and relationships. The piece frames suspicion as an unwelcome presence that unsettles confidence, urging clarity and courage to overcome hidden motives.

Oklahoma's Bumper Constitution Shapes Recovery Period

Oklahoma shows resilience with a strong new constitution while reformers tire and political bosses persist. The piece argues against overreacting to immediate changes, urging steady progress as the state rebuilds. Major figures and institutional references anchor the analysis.

Brainy Wafers and Witty Sayings of Everyday Life

A playful collection of quips on sleep talking honesty and social behavior. It notes candid friends, the end-seat hog in church, and valuing money through certified checks. The piece jests on rhetoric, confidence, football box offices, and the curious idea of umbrellas as honest buys.

Morton declines to discuss White House talks in New York

Capital Paul Morton met with the president to discuss the financial outlook on Wall Street, but refused to reveal details. He offered a short joke instead, while correspondents pressed for information. Other items note relics sent to the National Museum, Secretary Loeb’s dentist quip, the Washington Monument stats, Homer Davenport’s race plans, Geronimo’s headgear to the Smithsonian, and Wisconsin congressman Esch backing freshwater clam industry efforts on the Mississippi River.

Paul Morton New York Wall St Mr. Morton Morton Brooklyn Kansas Washington Mount Vernon National Museum At Washington Nannie Randolph Heth William Loeb White House Boston Herald Homer Davenport New Willard War Department Pacific Coast Darile Arabia England Congressman Esch Wisconsin Mississippi Fisheries Bureau

Dolly Scrubbed History Echoes in White House East Room

A Wall Street broker critiques the president's reception of a Japanese wrestler, urging readers to picture Dolly Madison in the East room as she once hung out the family washing, recalling the room’s wealth of past history.

White House Dolly Madison New York World

Discrepancies Over Oil Influence Critique

The Birmingham Age-Herald mocks the oil octopus for seeking praise at the White House while wagging its tall. The Washington Post notes the satirical line is inaccurate about humility, presence at the White House, or any tall attribute.

Birmingham Age-Herald Whitehouse Washington Post

Tit for Tat In Rebating Fines Policy Debate

The Pittsburgh Dispatch argues that with J. J. Hill demanding government bonuses for railroads to fund new track work, it is a clear duty to collect rebating fines to ensure the treasury has funds ready.

J. J. Hill Pittaburg Dispatch

No Serious Inconvenience In Quor Traffic Discouraged

A brief editorial note from the Cincinnati Enquirer states that Nquor traffic discouragement in Delaware is not a serious inconvenience to opponents of sumptuary laws. It claims only a short time is needed to leave the state.

Delaware Cincinnaii Enquirer Indianapolis Sun Port Wayne Maumee River Great Waterways Congress Washington, D. C Fort Wayne Journal-Gazette

Not in the Same Class in Football Prize Fight Question

A Kankakee man sues over football being called a prize fight, arguing the sport is not in the same class as prize boxing. The remark notes the suit challenges terminology and classification of football under prize fight standards.

Kankakee Detroit Free Press

Weather Theory Sparks Sunspot Debate

A weather forecaster argues the recent financial panic was driven by sunspots, countering public fear with a claim that prior warnings were unfounded. Mr Paul Dispatch remarks reflect cautious optimism amid the debate.

Paul Dispatch

Ancient Trees and Enduring Giants Across Continents

A Washington corresp describes mankind’s destruction of forests while praising ancient trees. It recalls redwoods named Sequoia from Sequoyah and Endlicher, notes pine stock in Michigan Wisconsin Minnesota dwindling, and cites age records from palms to olive trees and yews to cypress, highlighting a global view of forests and longevity. The piece cites various places including California Oregon Europe Africa and Scotland.

Gifford Pinchot United States Forester Pacific Coast States Sequoyah Alabama New Mexico Endlicher Jacoben Tschudi Faisley Scotland Mount of Olives Jerusalem Fountain Abbey Yorkshire Mariposa Grove California Africa Chapultepec Humboldt Orotava Teneriffe Dundee Advertiser

Woman and Her Lovd Yet With Strength and Style

Poem-like verse contrasts societal sneers at a woman's power and elegance. It questions double standards about her virtue and dress while praising her talents and potential. The speaker asks how long a man would cherish her if she abandoned fashion or failed to meet idle criticisms.

American Socialists Hold Aloof From European Family View

The Kansas City Journal notes that American Socialists have not embraced the European belief that the home undermines socialism. They avoid endorsing the view publicly, acknowledging that pushing such doctrines could fracture the movement among Americans.

Kansas City Journal

Lively quotes and calls for reform echo across editorials

A collage of newspaper clippings highlights Roosevelt Taft and Cortelyou in political theater. Indiana editorials debate currency designs, river improvements, and banker accountability, noting public sentiment and potential campaigns. The collection shows cross-paper airing of critiques and calls for stricter standards.

Which Shows In Democratic Politics Says Clark

Champ Clark asserts that some Democratic politicians oppose Bryan, a paradox where a Democrat can defend his own stance while opposing Bryan, as reported by Cleveland Ledger.

Champ Clark Bryan Cleveland Leeder

Attack on Barcus Met by Unexpected Defense

Marion Chronicle letter defends Barcus against bid to condemn Vice-President Fairbanks. The piece notes Barcus once sought Indiana fifth district nomination, denies Barcus’ link to Success Magazine, and recalls his 1890s Vigo Vermillion joint senate election and service. Fort Wayne News cited.

Marion Chronicle Fairbanks Success Magazine James 8. Barcus Congress Fifth Indiana New York Barcus Chronicle Vigo Vermillion Indianapolis News Fort Wayne

When We Are Happiest in Five Payday Month

The Birmingham Age-Herald asks when happiness returns to ordinary life as readers note a calendar quirk with a five payday month highlighted by the Washington Heralds remark on the anomaly.

Birmingham Age-Herald Washington Herald

Public's Idea on Panic and gilt-edged stocks

The Detroit Journal notes that the American public believes New York panic aimed at letting common people purchase gilt-edged stocks at bargain prices. It frames the panic as market manipulation perceived by the public.

New York Detrot Journal

The Honkers Poem by Minus Irving

A historical verse describes geese flying south as autumn woods glow red and gold. It contrasts wild birds with a speeding autoist in a scarlet car, the horn echoing across a frosty morning.

Irving Lippincet

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