State Health Board Dilly Dallies Over River Pollution Suit
Farmers of Jackson township Madison county have filed 28 damage suits against three Anderson factories for polluting White river. State health board delays action to Oct 24, prompting criticism that authorities ignore public health, fish life, and cattle safety while a weak pollution-permit law remains in force. Public sentiment backs the farmers if officials fail to act.
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Sun cheers change as Taggartism falls in election
The editorial lauds a smooth transition after Taggartism's defeat. It notes officials resigning for better posts, praises the voters, and derides past clerical missteps, while urging City Clerk Geckler to uphold his pledge and avoid future legal entanglements.
Public Schools to Honor Benjamin Harrison Day
The state superintendent designates part of November 22 for public schools to honor Benjamin Harrison. Pupils enjoy learning about leaders and will seek engaging material for the occasion. Remote rural districts lack ample life of the ex president and may need additional resources for teachers who want it.
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Kinney urged to remain on Indianapolis police force
The editorial argues the new administration should retain Captain Kinney in some role rather than dismiss him. Kinney is praised as one of the city’s ablest detectives and removing him would waste the people’s money spent on his training. The piece notes shop windows for the carnival and reflects on the city mood.
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Taggart
Quigley
Kinney
Indianapolis
Judge Cantrill Aims Fast Finish In Caleb Powers Case
The judge signals a speedy trial within thirteen days after a six week first trial. Public speculation suggests the number thirteen may be Powers’ hoodoo, with critics doubting the unlikely timeline.
Judge Sutherland Rule on Wives Binding Husbands for Presents
A New York judge ruled that a wife cannot bind her husband to accept presents, prompting questions about whether marriages and weddings were considered in the decision. The remark suggests scrutiny of how the ruling treats spousal duties and gifts within wedlock.
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Mary
Sutherland
New York
Disciplinarian Sought for Indian Schools by Uncle Sem
Uncle Sem calls for a disciplinarian capable of any task for the Indian schools. The remark notes Mayor Charlie faces pressure from a hungry crowd seeking jobs and suggests distributing such a post to an able candidate.
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Charlie
Coppers Improve in London Stock Report Hopes
In Friday's stock market report the copper sector shows improvement in London. The writer hopes the new administration will bring similar gains for copper in Indianapolis.
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Marketmaster Selection and Graft Concerns
The article warns that selecting a marketmaster requires careful judgment and notes the lack of a solid accounting system for receipts from miscellaneous stands, highlighting a high risk of graft.
Carnival Spirit Drives Washington Street Effort
Community members urged to support the fall carnival on Washington Street, inviting help from all residents to ensure a successful event beyond the immediate neighborhood.
Appointment of Capt English to Public Safety Board
The notice highlights Capt English joining the Board of Public Safety, noting that the move was not driven by salary but by other considerations. It emphasizes the perceived merit and interest in service.
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Board of Public Safety
Death rate remark fuels party clash in City safety board
A government bulletin on China’s death rate sparks cross party jibes as McMillen, a Taggart ally, is mocked on the Board of Safety while Will Schoppenhorst, Bookwalter Democrat, is noted for a less ludicrous jab.
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China
Indiana Republicans Invited to Visit the President
B J T Jeup the city engineer says the public would not like to pronounce his name for two years. After printing another 4 000 invitations, more prominent Indiana Republicans will be invited to visit the president.
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Taggart
Indiania
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Fairbanks
Indiana
Anderson News
Marion County Medical Society Seeks Committee Over Inspection Panel
The Marion County Medical Society calls for a new committee to inspect and review the existing investigating committee. The move aims to ensure oversight and accountability within the medical body's governance structure.
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Marion County Medical Society
Supreme court decision on bank directors duties clarified
The supreme court ruling holding Citizens' bank of Union City directors liable for 50 000 due to negligence emphasizes directors must know bank conditions and officer conduct. The note calls for accountability to reduce bank failures while other scattered remarks touch on social topics and state duties.
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Supreme’ Court
Gerry ‘Kinny
Marion club misreads election as Capt. English not mayor
The passage notes a misapprehension by the Marion club on Thursday night about Capt. English’s mayoral status. It also mocks political maneuvering and hints at jockeying in the wake of Quigley’s departure, urging members to reflect and step back.
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Etiquette Queries and Quips From Old Papers
A collage of antiquated quips and cartoons on etiquette and romance. Dialogues touch on proper behavior in tenements and trivial social scruples, with a punchy jab at letters and advice from editors. The tone mirrors early 20th century humor in newspapers.
Skirt Styles Move Toward Shorter Tailor Suits
Skirts on tailor suits trend shorter with a back dip of one to two inches. Some new models at importing and designing houses hover above the ground, becoming medium width. Yet sheath-like skirt-tops with a flare below remain prominent across fashions.
Unwise and Unjust Carnival Parade Comment
Reader letter criticizes a Washington Street parade plan as unwise and unjust to many city residents and urges continued agitation. The Sun note endorses Citizens message about equitable parade arrangements.
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Washington-st
Race for New York mayor pits reformers against party rulers
The piece notes a looming mayoral contest in Greater New York with Tom Platt and Dick Croker cast as key figures. It mentions reformers challenging party power and hints at political maneuvering involving influential backers and wealthy patrons.
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Denver
Buffalo Times
Greater
New York
Tom Platt
Dick Croker
Topeka Journal
Hood's Sarsaparilla Relief for Chronic Backache
A Sycamore Illinois man named J L Campbell credits Hood's Sarsaparilla with curing years of backache and weakness in the kidneys. He describes severe pain and dependency on help to rise, declaring he is now well and strong. The testimonial claims the medicine has helped others too.
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Sycamore, IL
Hood
Building Inspector Bedell Halts Project
Building inspector Bedell aimed to stop the construction but was thwarted, ending with him being smoked out.
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Grand Theaters Carnival Week Brims With Vaudeville Stars
The Grand and Park theaters announce a carnival week with vaudeville novelties led by Fred Hallen and Mollie Fuller in The Sleep Withers and Lizzie Evans in Five Girls to One Man. Also featuring are O'Brien and Buckley, Warren and Blanchard, Blanche Rinz, the Damm brothers, and a Biograph program. The Park opens with On the Stroke of 12, a prison escape drama with Yiddish flavor, and M'Liss revival starring Nellie McHenry. Empire hosts Harry Bryant's burlesquers with Hotel Uproar, two judges, and Society Circus acts, concluding with Capt. Beans of the Marines.
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Public figures weigh in on Indianapolis election results
A compilation of quotes from Henry N. Spaan L G Rothchild E F Gould E F Cline James F Quigley D B Shideler N J Hyde Sam Schutt B F Goodheart Joseph E Bell Dr W A Heckard Dave Sherrick Dr William Wands Tom Delansy Leopold Levy J S Barth William Schoppenhorst August Tamm Frank McCray Detective Asch Merrill Moores Marion Eaton Gurley Brewer J J Rochford Wm F Keay Sol Mayer and Ex Representative Canada on Taggart Bookwalter race civic growth and voter behavior in Indianapolis with views on media influence and public works.
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Tamm
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Standard Oil’s district visit boosts agent relations and dinners
Will Zaring notes political backing for a county convention while Silas Payne, head of Standard Oil's lubricating department in New York, visits the district. Payne praises agents, says the company rewards work and fosters open discussion, and agents are often entertained at company dinners.
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Standard Oil Company
Silas Payne
New York
The City Election in Indiana United Front
A compilation of editorials and letters reflects on Indianapolis politics as Mayor Taggart faces opposition and party shifts. Reports reference 6500 Black votes influencing outcomes and praise for management while noting changes with Bookwalter. Newspapers quote sympathy and welcomed rainfall as contexts for the race.
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Martinsville
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Monticello
Roosevelt Beveridge ticket hints stir in Indiana
Newspapers debate a Roosevelt Beveridge 1904 presidential ticket. The Indianapolis Sun hints at the pairing while others urge Beveridge in different roles. The chatter notes Beveridge's return home and growing influence as political commentary travels across state papers.
Word to Travelers Promotes Diarrhoea Remedy
A weathered travel notice urges travelers to carry Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea remedy to counter travel related intestinal upset. Sold by all druggists.
Carnival enthusiasm sweeps Indianapolis as plans advance
The Peru Journal reports rising energy in Indianapolis with widespread citizen support for the carnival. Locals from all classes join in urging a successful event, spreading contagious excitement and backing efforts to boost the celebration.
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Peru Journal
Amber chiffon replaces white blouse fronts in fashion
A fashion note describes amber chiffon as a bold substitute for the traditional dazzling white blouse front. It remains suitable on brown or ochre cloth, with lace and mousseline also mentioned as accompanying fabrics.
Creamy Quick Eggs Baked in Butter Dish
Eight eggs are broken into a buttered dish. Top with three tablespoons of cream pepper salt and small bits of butter. Bake in a hot oven for three minutes and serve.
Doan's Ointment Endorsed In Indianapolis Ad
Local residents attest to relief from itching and hemorrhoids using Doan's Ointment. Edward Abel of 65 Newport Street, a moulder at a Fifteenth Street tile factory, praises its effectiveness after trying many remedies. Sold by Henry J. Huder’s drug store and Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, price 30 cents.
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Tarkington Triumph At Garrick In Monsieur Beaucaire
A Richmond dispatch notes Booth Tarkington’s triumph in Monsieur Beaucaire staged by Richard Mansfield at the Garrick theater in Philadelphia last night. The column also remarks on Indiana literary stature and political commentary from Crawfordsville and South Bend on census visibility for Daleville and a Cleveland protest over presidential security.
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Indiana
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Philadelphia
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Richmond Sun-Telegram
Woman claims entire New Buffalo site in Indiana
A Michigan woman has laid claim to the entire site of the village of New Buffalo Indiana. Any person waiting between trains in this burg would likely let her have it.
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New Buffalo
Ind
Chicago Post
Save Yourself Trouble The Union Trust Company Act as Agent
The Union Trust Company offers collection of incomes from bonds mortgages notes and dividends on capital stock as well as tax assessments insurance rent collection and real estate care. It provides investment in real estate securities and custody of valuable papers in fireproof vaults with funds kept separate from the company’s own investments.
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