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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1907
Page
3
The text discusses Gov Hughes, Taft, and Boss Hughes in a contentious party scene. It mentions popular desire to curb bosses, rising sentiment toward reform, and political maneuvering as Cox, Odell, and Fairbanks figure in the outlook. It frames a struggle between progressive aims and entrenched power within the party.
An Indianapolis figure named Watson faces scrutiny as his bid for state office is questioned. Critics argue his past failures and recent broad praise to win support from the black community may mask political calculations aimed at governors race.
A group of Methodist ministers met in Columbus to discuss a sexual misconduct case involving a minister who allegedly kissed a girl and condoned cocktails. The piece argues ministers must condemn such acts without bias, insisting the church cannot tolerate permissive attitudes toward promiscuous behavior and intoxication.
Mr Stansfield defends the minister involved in the Columbus conference trip. He argues the affair may have occurred in the Rev Stansfield’s home without placing cocktail blame on him. He accuses a caterer or chef, not Fairbanks, and denies liquor licensing issues. The piece questions liberal Methodist attitudes toward the incident.
Jim Watson failed to win the chair at the M. E. lay conference as Methodists opposed vaudeville. the rejection highlights tensions between church leadership roles and entertainment forms in the era.
The piece argues Gov. Hughes should avoid Republican endorsement in New York as it would signal alignment with disliked figures like B Bodell. It suggests Hughes prosper politically by letting events shape his campaign. It notes New York needs Hughes more than the nation and mentions Congressman A L Brick gearing up for politics and pushing a South Beng federal building project.
The South Bend Tribune laments John W Kern for talking to the galleries while voters seek sober thinking. The Linton Gazette voices sharper critique. Kern’s influence is seen as narrow, focusing on Nebraska while Indiana Democrats push for brighter, more transparent policy.
Both K M Landis of Indiana and Willis Vandevanter, Indiana born in Marion, Ind, are cited as examples of courage and integrity in recent federal court acts. The piece praises their steady temperament and balance, noting their Indiana roots and shared stature as notable figures reflecting credit on the state and nation.
The extract envisions vast, unbounded business activity as money circulates, with every dollar multiplying many times in transactions. It predicts extended, prolonged, enhanced and splendid prosperity driven by wheat corn and oats as major economic forces.
The Indiana state conference showed surprising backing for Mr Fairbanks by 39 of 193 lay delegates voting to make him a lay delegate to the general conference. The piece notes public indifference to his political prospects and mocks the movement as self-defeating folly.
The Indianapolis Star notes Vice President C. W. Fairbanks holds $200,000 in bonds and is seen as the likely leader of the lay delegation to the general conference. The article reflects on predictions and the value of reticence in politics after a snowy day.
The Hammond News notes Hugh Th. Miller has returned from Canada and remains silent on his gubernatorial announcement, which is still in his wife’s possession and unlikely to be released soon.
Mr. Fairbanks recalls Gov. Hughes of New York being elected national president of the Bb. Y. P. U. His state Methodists’ refusal of a small lay delegate role must aggravate the memory.
President Roosevelt paid a magnificent tribute to William McKinley at Canton on Monday. The scholarly, finished, simple speech stands as a model in form and sentiment and reflects eloquence in its tone.
The South Bend Times notes its distrust of Hearst’s political assertions and insists it will believe him only if he confirms he is not seeking the presidency.
In a brisk roundup of political jabs, references track Fairbanks and Roosevelt through contests and campaigns. Mentions Missouri Oklahoma Indiana and New Albany with light quips on elections, loyalties, and public tastes, while noting no clear Oklahoma issue emerges.
A look at luxury liners and their operations shows ships must maintain perfect schedules between New York and Liverpool amid icebergs fogs and navigation hazards. It details shipboard perfection from deck to engine room and explains the nickname practices of ticket clerks for liner names. The Cunard ship Ivernla ships from Boston to Liverpool with 1.5 million dollars in cargo including 150 000 bushels of wheat 200 tons of steel pipe and vast leather and wool consignments making a massive transportation tableau alongside 38 saloon passengers 81 second cars and 250 steerage in a Springfield Republican report.
A Philadelphia Record item recounts a restaurant keeper noting waiters bet customers due to gambling. An investigator revealed a patrons’ ally in crime, prompting the keeper to bar gambling. The piece also quotes a Malay prince demonstration of fire by rubbing sticks, a jam adulteration remark, and diverse vocal training methods, plus a Congo tusk lead-filling scam observed by a dealer.
Bobbs Merrill Publishing president W C Bobbs fights for cheaper fiction in a Supreme Court case. He argues copyright law should shield publishers from price controls like patent law. He has already lost in two courts and seeks a ruling to allow $1 novels, a move that would lower reader costs nationwide.
Commentary notes writers of economics texts may append errata and appendices after reviewing Standard Oil returns. The Chicago News hints at adding additional material to reflect the late law of supply and demand and related economic observations.
A nostalgic poem recalls a winding path to an old-fashioned cottage. The scene features sunlit flowers, alders, and a welcoming gate where loving memories await a son who has roamed. Simple homey motifs—gourd, well bucket, and garden scents—evoke enduring affection and rural domestic life.
The Washington Herald notes that Mr Fairbanks is not the sole figure in the Republican party, highlighting broader leadership within the party. The piece emphasizes multiple party voices and potential contenders shaping policy and strategy.
Fragmentary quip laden passage notes jokes about temperance votes auto scorcher dynamite pockets and a snoring cure. Mentions a reporter style city scene with references to ice books and pale marble art, smoke-makers, and an unfinished line about a man who enjoys seeing a certain figure.
Farmers face rising futures as wheat climbs past 1.12 dollars with supply constraints and potential car shortages looming. The text notes corn and oats remaining high and discusses the risk of shipping delays impacting market timing and prices for the coming winter.
The Washington Herald quips that if La Follette’s boom is felled by vegetarians voters should not expect cigars made of cabbages, signaling a satirical take on political flavor and expectations.
The Ohio State Journal notes a possible bid by the late Ben Jonson for public office. The piece recalls his flamboyant demand that Celia drink to him only with her eyes before he hurried to publicize the event.
The Atlanta Georgian remarks that in a few months Georgia may see much discussion about its well watered soil and well watered citizens, echoed by the Washington Post. The forecast hints at agricultural and social commentary influencing public discourse in the near future.
The New York World questions Vancouver authorities timing to ban or limit performances of The Mikado as a delicate compliment to allies, suggesting restraint amid cultural sensitivities.
Theodore Roosevelt writes of Pine Knot in Albemarle County Virginia a quiet outing spot near Plain Dealing farm noting similar landscapes to Washington but with local differences. He compares flora from osage hedges flowering broom azalea and various wildflowers and cites birds varying by southern location as he recalls Small Country Neighbors published in October Scribner.
Police statistics in St. Petersburg report 31 executions, 309 assassinations, and 173 wounded in August. The text notes pacification in Russia as dangerous as rail travel in comparison to American railways, reflecting a New York Press line.
A humorous note praising Washington reporting resources by the Minneapolis Journal. It suggests editors can inspect the treasury and see a ten dollar bill, underscoring the perks of local access and proximity to government. The piece lampoons how location shapes newspaper work.
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