Pope Rebel? church splits and policy shifts noted
A lengthy editorial critiques Joseph F. Smith and the Mormon church for persisting in plural marriages despite the 1890 manifesto. It argues government pressure and amnesty limits failed, urging renewed public action for justice. It condemns anti blackmail rhetoric around Roosevelt era troop orders and notes evolving views among colored church leaders in Cincinnati. Justice without color bias is demanded.
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Joseph F. Smith
Smith
Harrison
Mormor
Football Reforms Bring Cautious Praise and Debate
A long survey of football’s reform era notes the sport’s popularity and risks, praising new rules for reducing deaths and injuries while acknowledging ongoing concerns. It cites Governor Hughes, Senator Beveridge, Edison, and Caruso in a broad, era-typical mosaic of public figures, scandals, and cultural commentary.
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Bachstor
Jose Ike Mer
Titila
Fred
Papa Mus
The Mouths of Babes At Hotels Indiana
Travelers at Indiana hotels Tuesday night shared gossip about theater attractions and a memorable coughing scene in a show. A mix of names from Fort Wayne to Terre Haute and others appear among the attendees. The piece also notes hotel staff changes at Denson and broad social commentary from editorials and jokes about public figures.
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Indiana
Fortown
Engilah
H. H. Nutter
Marta
Langers
Agmeona
Cildren
Indiana manufacturers to probe coal output and shipment
Indiana manufacturers and shippers plan a thorough inquiry into coal output and shipment practices amid rail car shortages and perceived railroad control. The probe aims to ease distribution, curb discrimination, and justify legislation to empower the railroad commission.
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Indiana
Railroad Commission
Who will be the next president debated in bustle
The piece reflects on the looming question of the next president as political figures including Hearst Bry en Roosevelt Root and Taft swirl in public debate. Ohio and congressional matters, Uncle Joe Cannon, and Peary offer backdrop while Americans remain hopeful amid heat and speculation.
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America
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Roosevelt
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Modrat
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Ohio
Congress
Joe Cannon
Beveridge
Taft
the Sun
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Richmond
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Steveridge
Ray
T. H. Kuhn
Balleva Albert J. Bev- Se
Joseph Smith and Mormon Polygamy in Law Clash
A historical account notes rare legal fights with Mormonism over polygamy. The law battles the religion when siblings, decades ago, faced scrutiny under U.S. statutes and social norms, highlighting a protracted dispute between faith practice and civil rights.
Fragmentary quote in newspaper OCR about Hister and Orv
A clipped OCR fragment shows a dialogue line with a child addressing Hister and a reference to Orv, but the surrounding context is missing making attribution and meaning unclear.
The People and Hanly Kern Clash in Indiana Reform Battle
A 1906 Indiana political column argues Gov. Hanly defends reform against Democrat Kern. It hails Hanly as lawful, contrasts Kern’s attacks, and urges voters to back progressive measures in the upcoming legislature. It notes business interests and breweries opposing reform and frames the choice as between reformist governance and machine politics.
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Kia Plana
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Mystery in a Childish Tearful Vision
A fragmentary poem expresses dim eyes filled with childish tears and a heart idly attuned to a familiar sound from days past. The speaker reflects on aging, nature’s indifferent music, and the burdens of strict laws, contrasting youthful heedlessness with adult restraint.
The dreadful dark in a child’s whispered fear
A fragmentary verse scene portrays a young child huddled in bed as night externalizes threats. The hunter, wolves, serpents, and bears are cast as shadows and fears creeping closer along the room. The verse ends with the child’s mother or surrounding figures fading into morning light.
Fire and Rescue Drama A Woman Recued From Burning House
A dramatic blaze erupts as crowds watch a heroic fireman at a burning cottage. The rescuer climbs a ladder, reaches a trapped woman, and carries her to safety amid a raging inferno and a shower of sparks. The burning home collapses as water and coordinated effort quell the blaze.
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Paradise
Cydtonia
Poteed
In Line at the Money Order Window
Odd scene as two men queued for a money order. One man let a woman ahead then another, sparking a dispute. The chatter shifts to foreign relations and satire about Taft Roosevelt and expat English prospects. A physician notes a sharp claim about children and city life.
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Denver
Washington stories leak out of Clark era ambitions
The Washington Herald notes Champ Clark’s boyhood aims and rise through politics and education. It praises W Hoggatt of Indiana and Alaska’s future, predicting vast gold output and agricultural promise as railroad expansion opens the territory to settlers and prosperity for young workers.
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America
Ann
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West Virginia
Missouri
Washington Herald
Roosevel
W. Hoggatt
Indiana
Alaska
Hoggatt
New Willard
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Maske
Dabington Herald
Curious Oversight In Wedding Gift From Cochran to Lisa
Rourke Cochran reportedly gave his bride a wed ding present valued at $600000. A curt response to Mary Lisa denied that any New York paper has leaked how he earned his Chicago Second Herald connection.
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Rourke Cochran
Lisa
New York
Chicago Second-Herald
Jim Enjoys It James J Hill Adviser General Idea
The Washington Post notes James J Hill’s endless fund of good advice and people seem to enjoy his guidance. It suggests Congress should create for him the office of adviser general of the United States.
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James J. Hill
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