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Newspaper

Indianapolis Sun

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 21, 1907

Page

4

A Man Like Hughes Stirs Statewide Expectation

The electorate seeks a Hughes-like figure who can lead with practical business sense, energy, and impartiality. Voters reject rhetoric and machine influence, hoping for a dignified leader who places the law and public good above party and interests, asking today who the man is.

Hughes

Oklahoma Gets Good Seat Despite End-Seat Hog

Oklahoma earns favorable position amid crowded seating as the narrative highlights a disruption by an end-seat hog. The piece notes how the team maintains morale and secures a strategic advantage despite distractions.

Oklahoma

Let Him Have Glory In The Kentucky Victory

The piece defends Mr. Fairbanks against critics who would blame him or his associates for any glory tied to the Kentucky election result. It notes Oklahoma involvement and argues Republicans should not quarrel or overanalyze credit, urging acceptance of Fairbanks’s prominence and the protection of his public gains.

Fairbanks Kentucky Oklahoma

Noted Taggart Skips Bryan Meeting Over Lafayette Hotel Gap

The text suggests Mr. Taggart did not attend the Bryan meeting possibly due to lacking a hotel in Lafayette. It implies absence tied to lodging arrangements rather than interest. No further context on date, organization, or outcomes is provided.

The Knife-Users in Democratic Politics

Col Watterson argues the Bryan faction did not have a monopoly on knife tactics in past campaigns. Parker was attacked by Bryan men in 1904, Bryan himself was hurt by supporters in 1896 and 1900, and Bryan backers may rally if Parker is again nominated. The piece warns reactionaries cannot win, whether allied with Republicans or Democrats, and notes tight money means fewer Teddy Bears.

Col. Watterson Bryan Democracy Parker Ike Watterson Reiig Democratic Party Republican Party

Spender and His Folly

The writer warns against overspending to maintain appearances. Many people spend beyond means, crossing a line into debt and discredit. The frugal man stays within income, saves part of everyday earnings, and plans for illness or accidents that could tighten finances.

The Danger of Extravagance and The Tinhorn Show

The author warns against chasing status by overspending to keep up with rich friends. Do not live beyond your income. Maintain modest, proper conduct, neatness, and steadiness in business. Extravagance at home, dress, entertainment, and social spending leads to inevitable trouble.

Governor Hanly Dispute Delays Vincennes Bonds Signing

Indiana Governor Hanly and Vincennes University officials remain at odds over signing the university bonds. The bonds still lack the governor’s signature, prompting calls to test their validity if the bonds are proper.

Hanly Vincennes University

Illinois appellate ruling upholds school fraternity ban rule

The Illinois appellate court affirms a State Board of Education rule barring Greek letter fraternities and secret societies from public schools. The writer argues the law is reasonable, noninfringing on personal liberty since students are wards of the state, and calls for enforcement against immature minds.

Illinois State Board of Education Indiana

Col Watterson mocks Beckham as Democratic appendix in Kentucky

Col Henry Watterson dismisses Mr Beckham as the Democratic party’s vermiform appendix in Kentucky. The label follows Beckham’s brief tenure as party boss, likely sending shivers through Indiana observers tracking party power shifts and influence.

Col Henry Watterson Beckham Kentucky Indiana

Saving Pennies For Hard Times In The Home

A homemaking note urges women to embrace thrift and forethought during hard times. It promotes penny saving, simple meals like hash and beans, and training in economical living to weather potential financial trouble.

Life Insurance Money in Presidential Campaign Tone

A clipped remark notes that life insurance money is unlikely to influence the campaign between Roosevelt and Bryan. The item frames the issue as a peripheral factor rather than a decisive expense in electoral strategy.

Roosevelt Bryan

Manual Training and the Boy's Best Future

Questions on awakening latent powers in boys, the role of schools in guiding natural aptitudes toward useful lives, and whether education shapes the boy into a capable social contributor with independent skill and reasoning. It argues society must nurture talents for meaningful work and personal growth.

Manual training as a key to practical education

The text argues manual training should be a means to develop thinking and doing in harmony. It emphasizes hand and mind integration, the teacher's central role, and society's support for teachers and thoughtful treatment of boys as essential to education.

Gold outflow and current European arrivals noted

In 1893 to 1895 the U.S. sent 300 million dollars in gold abroad and faced a real panic. Now over 80 million dollars have come from Europe since October 1 with more expected, signaling renewed international money movement into the country.

Europe

Emergency currency proposed with retire tax to smooth issuance

A critic argues for a statutory emergency currency with a lawful retirements tax to enable automatic timely issuance, aiming to prevent future crises that currently force ad hoc, delayed, and clumsy use of temporary money.

Indiana to Release 200 Pheasants in Spring Initiative

Indiana plans to release 200 pheasants in spring aiming to restore game bird populations. The state notes pheasants were once plentiful and with legal protection could return to Indiana woods with proper management.

Indiana Indiana Woods

Roosevelt Nomination By Acclamation Seemingly Likely

A historical note suggests Roosevelt could reject a nomination each morning up to convention day, yet public desire would be fulfilled only if he were nominated by acclamation and then elected. The passage reflects debates over nomination methods and public support preceding the convention.

Roosevelt

Indiana Auditor Gathers Crops From Patoka Island Squatter

The Indiana auditor reports success in assimilating one third of a corn crop placed by a squatter on Patoka Island in the Wabash River, claiming it for the state. The event highlights state control of resources and property rights on river islands in Indiana.

Indiana Auditor of State Patoka Island Wabash River

Credit abuse blamed for Wall Street troubles

The author calls credit abuse one of the worst crimes in the financial world, linking it to the Wall Street calamity and the nationwide tightening of money. The piece argues this misdeed underpins broader economic stress and policy responses.

Heavenly paying teller window warning readers

A cautionary note urges patience at the heavenly paying teller’s window to avoid an empty or rejected account. The piece uses ironic imagery to suggest spiritual accounting and the fear of a “No funds” stamp on one’s afterlife reward.

The Remittance Man Abroad Draws Money From U S

A remittance man overseas keeps drawing American funds from the country but the aim is to keep most of his money abroad, reflecting ongoing resistance to repatriation.

Great Britain Reports Decline in Crime Rates

Great Britain records a notable drop in crime, standing alone as the only nation on earth to show such a decrease. The report highlights a unique trend amid global statistics.

Great Britain

Thought winds blow through Kansas City Post feature

The Kansas City Post quotes a vivid line about thought winds and cautions that such mental breezes should not blow hot from the desert. The piece uses poetic imagery to reflect concern over shifting opinions and influences affecting the city.

Kansas City Post

Gold shortfall from abroad amid danger prompts panic

The era shows that danger drives panic the other way around, not gold imports. Historical patterns reveal risky periods trigger domestic fear and asset flight, undermining international flows and intensifying crises.

Regulation Needed When Merged Firms Harm the Public

The statement argues that regulation should begin when merged corporations and their schemes hurt the public, warning that unchecked consolidation enables abuses and reduces accountability. It calls for proactive oversight to protect consumer interests and market integrity.

In God We Trust on the Coin Remembered

A reflection recalls that the motto In God We Trust appeared on coins, reminding readers of a familiar national symbol and its historical presence in everyday money. The note underscores enduring echoes of civic phrases in American life.

Hunting And Outdoor Tales Across The Nation

A collection of short notes recalls Long Island deer season onset with 35 taken and island game preserves, a New York clubman’s BC hunting tale, a Colorado quarry rabbit chase ending in dog deaths, a Columbus father refusing to shoot rabbits after his daughter’s plea, and a Denver Times report on the quarrying deaths observed by locals.

Long Island New York City Oyster Bay Meadowbrook Hunt Club Manhattan Pittsburg Colorado Wyoming Trinidad Jansen Denver Times

The Bachelor Admonishes Ishtmus Bachelors in Panama

Miss Helen V. Boswell, who went to Panama to organize women's clubs, declares the isthmus is full of lovely bachelors longing for the comforts of a home. If any man knows comfort it is the bachelor, whose comfort he barters for his home.

Helen V. Boswell Panama N. Y

Mysterious Silence Over Tom Lawson Remains Unbroken

In the midst of upheaval the Portland Telegram notes a total absence of statements from Tom Lawson, highlighting an unusual silence amid the turmoil and public interest.

Tom Lawson Portland Telegram

Alaska finds Mr Fair Banks too chilly

A brief report notes that Alaska responds coolly to Mr Fair Banks, reflecting a chilly reception or atmosphere during a visit or event. The piece emphasizes the regional reaction and mood without sensational detail.

Alaska Mr. Fairbanks

They Eat After Death Says Torrey

Evangelist Torrey claims spirits may eat after death choosing foods like angel cake and deviled ham, a remark reported by the Cincinnati Times-Star.

Evangelist Torrey Cincinnati Times-Star

BRAIN WAFERS Opinion on Trusts and Taxation

A biting editorial attacks Wall Street conduct urging honesty over dishonesty and condemning unjust immunity. It argues trusts raising paper prices threaten mining shares and coal profits while cautioning that the boldest criminals fear the courts and calls for rightful leadership.

Hint to Chicago says clowns scarce in circus world

Circus managers report a clown shortage with a cheeky suggestion that higher learning institutions might help. The note from the Minneapolis Journal hints at academic support to fill ring numbers.

Minneapolis Journal

Think of It and Gold Leaf Shield Brain Film

A Maryland man exposed brain protected by gold leaf film is discussed with irony by Cleveland Leuder who wonders about applying the same method to a free silverite. The remark surveys protection and absurd medical ideas in a sharp social quip.

Maryland Cleveland Leuder

Roosevelt Dam Skepticism Drives Town Move

A Detroit Journal quips that Roosevelt, Arizona, was moved not for a dam but because the site was deemed not worth an irrigation project. The comment critiques the value of the planned dam and the relocation decision.

Roosevelt Arizona Detroit Journal

French submarine boats too consistently submerged

The Cleveland Leader quotes a punchline about French submarines being too consistently submerged, reflecting a humorous or editorial take on naval tech and public sentiment of the era.

Cleveland Leader

Poorest Way to Win Over a Man Believing Differently

A Globe columnist notes that coercive abuse damages dialogue and hinders persuasion. He argues respectful debate yields results, while insults and intimidation deepen divides and undermine credibility. The piece urges patience, listening, and evidence over forceful tactics.

Tchis Globe

Ways of Women Cigarettes Stir Social Speculation

A Brooklyn Life style note mocks ultra small ladies cigarettes aimed at the smart set, aided by a stamp box case and secrecy. It contrasts New York society manners with older women’s views, mentions Miss Emily Talbot and Miss Alice de Rothschild as examples of wealth, and cites Dr. Charles Shaw on women as natural explorers.

Brooklyn Bohemia Connecticut Tom Charles Shaw Shaw

Oklahoma Governor-Elect Skips Parade Carriage Ride

The governor-elect of Oklahoma refuses to ride in the same carriage as the retiring governor during the inaugural parade. The remark hints at political drama while urging civility and sportsmanship in public life.

Oklahoma N. Y Evening Sun

The Vain Thing Mars Photographed 7000 Times

The planet Mars has reportedly surpassed the vainest show girl by being photographed seven thousand times in the last four months. The note adds that Mars looked equally pleasant in each sitting.

Mars Cleveland Plain- Dealer

Not So Very Simple President Thought on Trusts

An admirer claims Mr. Cannon’s simplicity is what the nation needs yet a manager capable of steering all United States trusts is not as simple as some believe. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch notes this tension between likening restraint and the breadth of trust oversight.

Cannon United States St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Fought His Way to Own New York Office Building

Norman Selby known as Kid McCoy bought a $360,000 office building in New York, claiming the same grit that powered his boxing rise. The move marks a notable leap from ring notoriety to commercial real estate.

Kid McCoy Norman Selby

Bankrupts. Marriage is never a failure, but often the contracting parties are.

Chicago News notes a wry observation on marriages as bankruptcy of partnerships, suggesting unions fail not for love but due to the people who enter them.

Chicago News

In the Same Box Utes Must Work or Starve

Washington Post notes the Utes face a choice to work or starve while declaring that all citizens share the same predicament under federal policy. The comment frames national hardship as a common burden and reflects skepticism toward relief promises.

Uncle Sam Washington Post

Stringency Based on Foolish Fear

The Pittsburg Press argues currency strain is caused by hoarding not lack of funds. It notes $69 million imported, $30 million freed for business, and banks expanding notes while individuals like Mr. Jones hoard $19 weekly. Hoarding drains payroll loans. urging depositors to use banks to sustain industry and prevent layoffs.

Europe Mr. Jones Pittsburg Press

Mr Bryan and Future of Democratic Party

The New York World notes Mr Bryan announces readiness to accept the Democratic nomination for president. It questions why the party would back him given Democratic losses across states and branches, arguing the party seems infatuated with defeat and could miss a chance at victory.

Mr. Bryan Democratic Party Bryan United States Mason and Dixon Congress Ohio Kentucky New York World

Postmaster Meyer presses postal savings bank plan

The Dubuque Herald quotes Postmaster General Meyer arguing that a federal postal savings bank would draw depositors from hiding and bolster circulation. He says bankers resist the idea to protect their own interests, while foreign funds and distrust in banks would flow into a government-backed system.

Meyer Chicago Postal Savings Bank Cortelyou National Treasury Dubuque Herald

A Thought on Aging and Trouble in Everyday Life

A brief remark notes that with age, individuals may encounter more frequent difficulties in daily affairs. The thought touches on generational perspective and personal challenges faced by older people.

Teach thrift with savings early for lasting benefit

The text urges teaching children thrift through practical money lessons and starting a savings account with Capital Surplus. It promotes beginning with $1.00, adding funds regularly, and notes a capital surplus of 400,000.00. The tone is promotional, urging immediate action for long term gratification.

Precious Missive Though Import is Still Hidden

Co G Serrit managing editor of the Merald printed a glow ing editorial praising Col Henry Watterson. A few days later Watterson allegedly sent a thank you letter, unread by Sefrit who cannot read his handwriting or typewriting. The Washington Democrat notes Sefrit would not part with the letter for any price.

Horace Greely Courier-Journal Sefrit Daviess County Washington Democrat

Boldest Bridge Project for a New York Span

The Henry Hudson memorial bridge design by Prof. William H. Burr features a 710 foot clear span reinforced concrete arch. Engineers from the city bridges department, led by Leon S. Moissen, have refined methods and calculations, and the plan is before the Municipal Art Commission for approval with praise from Engineering Record.

New York William H. Burr Department of Bridges Municipal Art Commission Leon S. Moissen

Cardboard Portrait Monotony Rejected by Tribune editors

The Chicago Tribune laments the sameness of Mr Cartel’s portrait urging a varied cut of hair facial expression and camera angle to break the monotony of his images and better capture his character.

Mr. Cartel Chicago Tribune

J Ham Lewis Proposes Humble Democratic Ticket

The Providence Tribune notes Col. J Ham Lewis urges a ticket with Cleveland and Watterson, emphasizing self-effacement in the proposal. The call signals a cautious, unselfish approach to party leadership and candidate selection.

Col. J. Ham Lewis Cleveland Watterson Providence Tribune

Hearst Loyalists Never Buried Amid New York Poll

The Detroit News notes Hearst remains a force as about 90,000 voters in New York supported his independent party in a poll. The piece stresses that while Hearst may be dead, the supporters who bolted from major parties persist as a political influence.

Hearst New York Independent Detroit News

What to Est While Stocks Ge Down Eggs and Pons

A compact note outlines what to estimate as stocks slide and prices fall for eggs and related products. Analysts weigh supply shifts, demand changes, and market signals affecting retail costs. Local traders push safety margins and pricing strategies amid volatility.

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