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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1907
Page
4
The Washington Indiana Herald rails against a Fairbanks presidential bid saying it is not a real possibility. Republicans denounce moneyed influence and trick investments shaping Indiana politics and reject any portrayal of Fairbanks as Roosevelt ally.
Chicago bakers report odd finds in pastries as inspectors from Indiana consider sending several officials to examine bakery processes and supply chains for unusual items detected in recent batches.
The piece argues Japan's rapid modernization may outpace its capacity, noting wealth concentrated among elites while millions suffer poverty, taxes strain the masses, and borrowing may fail. It also notes Russia's weakness aided Japan and ends with a separate question about women holding office and election eligibility.
The eastern papers overreact to the pending battleship fleet visit, arguing Atlantic cities feel unsafe. The piece notes English, French, and German investments in New York and other ports would deter attacks, as ruin would hurt many interests abroad.
The speaker warns that a hostile Japanese fleet could inflict serious damage on the United States without a capable fleet to counter. He notes America’s vast Atlantic coast emphasis while stressing Pacific vulnerabilities and the urgency to remedy naval defects. The comment ends with a quip referencing a cherry tree tale and a famous cocktail incident.
The article argues critics miss the true opposition to the Roosevelt administration by focusing on foreign papers while ignoring domestic corporate organs. It notes railroad and Wall Street aligned publications largely oppose Roosevelt and questions why newspapers do not expose these sources as the real critics.
The article notes George Bernard Shaw's defense of polygamy drawing minimal public interest, suggesting that the controversial stance is unlikely to win him significant attention or support. It frames the remark as a last-ditch effort to stay in the spotlight.
A reflective piece warns that careless behavior costs 125600 in England last year as cash and mail were held up for illegible addresses. It cites various examples from different workers and roles, illustrating how negligence leads to losses and, in one case, a fatal accident. The assistant secretary of state is praised for timely action rescuing someone from a watery grave.
A late 19th century essay argues against alarm over Emperor Francis Joseph's potential death. It contends succession would peacefully transfer governing power, noting fears of Austrian dissolution are overstated. It also comments on labor costs and the trust system driving price disparities abroad.
In Indianapolis concerned citizens seek to curb engine noise as Belt Line penetrates dense neighborhoods. Screeching engines are deemed unnecessary and reform efforts mirror actions by eastern cities. A New York anti noise president notes Paris is noisier due to bells and serves as contrast to urban sound issues.
A fragmentary column discusses sound as a civic issue and notes alarm from physicians over urban noise. It adds satire about President Roosevelt and jokes about the House of Lords, suggesting political meddling and economic considerations in a casual, opinionated tone.
Union Pacific stockholders have endorsed Mr Harriman and his methods. If federal grand juries can be drawn from the ranks of these credulous stockholders, Harriman will feel secure.
A speaker contends that naming a joke as new when it is really reused by John D. Rockefeller is unfair. The remark notes a son’s role in presenting the gag as original and questions the fairness of labeling a reused joke as new.
Brigadier General J. Franklin Bell of the United States Army recuperates at Muldoon's and urges the next Congress to establish Muldoon's as a national institution. The comment frames Muldoon's as a lasting public amenity with military backing.
Quote notes Parisians fill streets with ducks to show holes. suggests Indianapolis could profit from the same scheme.
A thousand children joined in a squirrel hunt in New York City recently, highlighting a lively urban pastime. The piece contrasts this with rural life where travel is by horse cars or through a hole in the ground, signaling simpler, slower conditions.
A Chicago man dropped eight thousand dollars in a ten hour fare game the other day. The note hints at shifting times in Chicago and mocks the idea of trivial transactions. The piece also references political and scientific topics and a婚- a joke marriage leading to divorce in Canada.
A local columnist collection mocks Rockefeller, arbitration, and social issues. It jokes about chipmunks, pig souls, Indiana coal embargoes, and Fairbanks, while noting iron production gains, bargain panics in Kansas City, and mockery of political stances and figures.
The Boston Transcript records the smallest real estate purchase on record by Judge Stack Pole of Long Island. He bid a millionth part of a seven acre tract at a tax sale to perfect a land title.
Multiple Indiana newspapers discuss potential Republican candidates for governor. ExAttorney General Charles W. Miller of Goshen and William L. Taylor of Fort Wayne receive favorable mentions, while Gov. Hanly's stance and regional backing shape early nominations. Local papers weigh Landis and Goodwine as possible contenders amid party dynamics.
The Chicago Record Herald notes the municipal debt of Cleveland increased by 12 million dollars during six years of Mayor Tom Johnson’s administration. Supporters argue the borrowing reflected rare genius for a city with a baseball team that finished fourth in the race for security.
The Cleeland Plaindealer notes a family exchange where one sister living abroad has sent 17 picture postcards, while the other has not received any direct messages. The item captures a quiet, personal update reflected in local press.
In Chicago News a brief exchange notes Stella denying a charge about Miss Olsun’s complexion. Mabel affirms she saw the receipted bill as proof.
The Minneapolis Journal notes that clerks who monitor presidential addresses for weakness have closed their clipping bureaus. The phrase reflects cautious coverage of the administration as analysts assess resilience and stance after speeches.
A short stretch of Chicago and Northwestern track in southern Wisconsin will test chemical preservation of wooden ties with United States Forest Service cooperation. Ties on the main line will endure traffic wear and fungal decay to determine the best preservation method and application. Also noted is portrait engraver George F C Smillie of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, earning 6000 dollars and regarded as among the top three in his field, with a legacy in a family of engravers. The piece also mentions cinematography capturing a flower’s growth, from bud to full bloom, in rapid sequence for moving pictures.
Ira B. Mills of St. Paul, president of the Minnesota state railway commission, declares Minnesota strongly supports Roosevelt for the presidential nomination. He notes Roosevelt’s broad policies and urges giving him a chance to implement them. Mills suggests Taft is next, with Fairbanks not under consideration, and comments on Bryan as a likely Democrat in Minnesota. He also mentions railroad rate matters and the 2-cent fare law's impact.
Boston Journal notes remarkable prosperity and nearly unprecedented high prices for everyday necessities. The piece highlights the contrast between wealth and cost of living, emphasizing persistent inflation and public concern over affordability.
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