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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1907
Page
3
The piece criticizes biased charity that excuses wealthy criminals while harshly punishing the poor. It argues against partial kindness and calls for equal standards for rich and poor, referencing Theodore Roosevelt and the need to curb leniency toward malefactors.
Booth Tarkington and Harry U L Wilson collaborate on The Man From Home the Indiana play lauded by W L Hubbard Chicago Tribune writer who predicts success Studebaker Chicago reception signals potential improvements over Tarkington's earlier The Gentleman From Indiana and hopes for an authentic Hoosier portrayal on stage by adjusting character portrayals and local flavor for future productions.
A terse line hints at political policy shifts with a promise of forthcoming capital measures and a focus on halting Harrimanism. The note underscores a central theme of reform and anticipated governmental action in the near term.
Reports from San Francisco claim W. R. Hearst is politically defeated locally and aligned with bribers and city mobsters, while denouncing prosecutors. An Indiana Hearst agent renounced Hearst, saying the billionaire cannot play a role in the Democratic party again.
The discussion explains that the two cent per mile fare was intended to ensure a square deal for all travelers, not to cripple railroads. It notes railroads supported the law’s basis, and that thirteen states adopted similar measures while New York vetoed one attempt.
Lieut gov Hugh T Miller of Columbus formally announced as a Republican candidate for Indiana governor. The profile hails him as a capable scholar teacher and leader with integrity calm intelligence and effective leadership. It notes his strong statewide recognition and cautions about political dynamics and Bryan proposals.
The piece argues Fairbanks faced defeat as a lay delegate not over cocktails but due to his attempted politicization of the M E church. Indiana Methodist laymen rejected a candidate tied to political ambition, defending the church’s integrity. The article also lauds James Whitcomb Riley’s McKinley poem for its dignified, heartfelt tribute.
Congressman James E Watson wins Indian support fueling a cross group appeal. The endorsement signals shifting alliances and broadening backing for his political stance amid evolving race relations.
The discussion centers on rights of colored citizens as Mr Watson targets Pitchfork Tillman. Some quarters view Watson as a good political friend to the Indiana Negro, a label tied to his gubernatorial candidacy and unrelated to genuine support.
The text contemplates President Roosevelt’s stance on state constitutions likening Oklahoma’s approach. It suggests experience matters for both new states and new citizens and notes that Oklahoma has much ahead, with people who know what they want.
The Columbus Republican notes some Methodists opposed Mr. Fairbanks as lay delegate over insufficient generosity to Methodist enterprises. It questions how a man with three candidacies and multiple newspapers, representing over $1,000,000 sunk money, can be expected to contribute further.
The Anderson Bulletin notes Judge Artman’s quor law rulings are studied by prominent lawyers while Fort Wayne News is accused of bias favoring saloon interests on licensing. The piece questions the paper’s stance on temperance and suggests reactions to Artman’s temperance position.
The passage reports that 19 candidates for lay delegate ran besides Vice President Fairbanks and 19 slates, each with seven names, were presented to the conference. Fairbanks’ name did not appear on any slate, and none of the 19 candidates wished to bear responsibility for his perceived selfish candidacy.
The passage argues that placing ships in the Pacific is basic recognition of our Pacific coast and islands, not a show of jingoism, asserting national possession and strategic presence in the region.
Indianapolis political writer questions ex Gov. Durbin as a gubernatorial candidate as Fort Wayne News cites alarm among Republicans. A dozen 5,000 guns seized in New York are to be dumped at sea, described as a good scheme. Covington Republican warns that bipartisan backing risks a troublesome result.
A proposal suggests replacing Pennsylvania's current railroad-era constitution with a modern charter. Advocates argue a updated framework would address governance, modernization, and fiscal safeguards, while opponents warn of uncovering long standing protections and potential political volatility.
The crowd that cries for reaction may make a loud noise, but its numbers are not in proportion to its uproar.
In Canton on Monday Joe Foraker appeared hesitant as concerns over Canadian reciprocity deepen. Massachusetts residents voice alarm while Canadians reject the proposals with evident scorn, signaling a strained crossborder climate.
A collection of aphorisms and satirical quips critiquing bankers conventions, midterm politics, and Roosevelts travels. Observations on money, trustbusting, cost of living, and language reform mingle with wry humor about public figures and economic fears of the era.
A survey of writers including Irving Bacheller and George Ade, noting Bacheller’s life in New York and Adirondack country, Ade’s somber humor, and George Townsend’s Maryland estate. Robert Hichens is highlighted for disciplined work rhythm, seclusion, and travel.
In the Near Future those who own and operate motor cars will be classified as extra hazardous risks along with balloonists and workers in powder mills, per the Kansas City Journal.
The Albany Argus notes talk of President Roosevelt becoming an editor and suggests an opening for townsman Mr. Loeb as proofreader. The piece lightly jokes that the proofreader is always to blame.
The Cleveland Leader notes Perfect Harmony Assured as Hearst leads the Independence league. The piece suggests the party will boom Hearst for president and expects proceedings to be harmonious.
A Rochester Herald editorial argues the tariff schedule pushes for rapid action despite postponers and standpatters. The piece portrays mounting pressure for swift policy moves and critiques lingering resistance.
Secretary Wilson calls for federal inspection of dairy farms as a growing workload hinting that Uncle Sam will soon be too occupied to sit on a fence and whittle. The New York World comments on the intensified regulatory pace.
The Baltimore Sun notes that besides his Oyster Bay moment, Roosevelt accumulated a large crop of magazine articles. The remark suggests broad media attention and prolific post-presidential literary activity.
The Detroit News notes Mr. Burbank should recall with humility that Eve first obtained "67 varieties" from the apple tree, a remark framing a historic seed of variation. The quotation highlights a provocative link between myth and science in discussing diversity.
The piece collates etymologies and curiosities from naval lore to 17th century pawnbroker lore, noting midshipmen as carriers of messages in ships, a pawnbroker hook linked to uncus and uncle, early English use of coffee in 1657, forks in 1611, Queen Elizabeth’s fork usage, an ancient glass artifact in the British Museum, Europe’s highest road for Austria’s first state car route, and the Royal Maternity Charity’s long-standing status and finances.
A Philadelphia Pressy item claims international rules would be suspended if Japan sends a envoy to confront Capt. Hobson over his electioneering. The note frames a provocative demand as a matter of national pride and diplomacy.
The New York Mail reports confusion over who ordered the cocktails and Loeb reportedly drank them while the president and vice-president were not involved. The piece questions the sequence of events and the surrounding debate.
Enlisted men of Company C receive an extra dollar for each day they serve on a submerged submarine. The incentive is expected to please them when they reach the surface and collect payment, according to the Chicago News.
The Milwaukee Sentinel notes a French practice of naming war ships after writers and poets. It adds that American readers have a literary parallel with the battleship Indiana honoring a writer or men of letters.
A boy who had his curls shaved off faces tears at home as his family reacts with mixed feelings. He fears ridicule from baseball fans and worries about fitting in with his new look while dealing with his mother aunt and sister. The piece centers on identity and acceptance in a small-town setting.
Fragmentary notes describe a debate over adjusting a timetable amid a period of instability. The text hints at a dispatch or plan shifting to accommodate longer timelines and uncertain outcomes, with references to departments and dates unclear from the unreadable OCR.
Reports from Indiana Methodist meetings note Vice-President Charles W. Fairbanks failed to win a lay delegate seat to the General Conference. Commentators deride booster efforts and recount a controversial cocktail incident as contributing factors amid local political tempers.
A Chicago Post remark notes the president “babies the ball down dead” while the lord bishop “has much of the grace of Larned, and goes into the air after the ball, as Larned does, with both legs extended.” The author calls these titanic facts quickly known across the land.
The St Paul Dispatch notes that President Roosevelt faces a dilemma over Oklahoma's constitution likening it to a fable where a long-eared creature is driven to plunge from a cliff. The remark frames constitutional reform as an unavoidable moral choice.
Boston Herald notes excitement in Tokyo as both Hoch Shimbun and Jiji Shimpo echo that the next U.S. president is about due, indicating strong interest in American politics abroad.
In Greensburg and Indianapolis editorials attack star chamber sessions, denounce nonrepresentative party gatherings, and mock reactions from district leaders. The items reflect sharp political rhetoric and pointed commentary on editorials, editors, and public conduct.
A World brief notes that annual anthracite production is down about 5 000 tons from the previous peak, per the United States Geological Survey. It cites rising mine supplies and a looming October price hike to 3.25 per ton in York, with water scarcity and spring demand straining stocks, while miners reap fast profits and work scantily.
A key witness in the Borah public land fraud case admits perjury, suggesting Borah relied on falsified testimony similar to his Haywood defense. The Pittsburg Sun notes Idaho climate appears to foster perjury.
A lyrical piece imagines a magical isle up the river of time called the Los Ago where roses bloom in Junes and treasure is buried. It evokes beauty and dust, fragments of songs, a luted instrument, broken vows, and infant prayers as memories drift with a shifting mirage and distant wind.
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