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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1900
Page
4
Fragmented OCR reads like garbled address and office note. The readable fragment mentions Indianapolis Indiana and an executive or office context with unclear terms. No cohesive event or person-details emerge from the text.
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A political column accuses The Sentinel and The Sun of bias in county and city administration coverage. It argues the papers push Indianapolis methods, condemns county mismanagement, cites dishonesty in the courthouse basement, and asserts a clean city government would boost the Democratic ticket statewide.
The text portrays Roosevelt as highly accomplished in 43 years, a brainy and active figure who outpaces the Democratic nominee in many areas. It notes his aggressive nature makes him less effective at campaigning in hostile regions, but asserts that if elected he would revive the vice presidency from its long somnolent state.
Health officers in Indianapolis advocate white blankets in sleeping cars to curb disease, oppose carpets and plush seats, and push for cleaning standards. City planning officials back Fall Creek Boulevard, expecting cheaper property adjustments to beautify the city and aid growth. Higgins hails criminal court steps. calls grow for grand jury to investigate council and city bodies.
Public statement from Mr. Henry Spaan assures Indiana residents the republic will not be disrupted. He declares he will not stand for such actions and urges citizens to remain calm.
A fragment shows a councilman named Higgins arrested, with questions about election disturbance and political tension. The garbled text hints at a local incident tied to November hunting and a national election, suggesting unrest or controversy surrounding public figures.
The article contrasts Republican integrity accusations with Democratic fear tactics. It highlights Helen Gould's speech at New York law class for women praising female lawyers and notes St. Mary's academy in Vigo County Indiana celebrating its diamond jubilee as a women‑run school that grew from a log cabin to a major educational institution.
The piece urges a special grand jury to probe corruption in office without delay. It argues the investigation must be thorough to uncover truth and prevent political interference, insisting Higgins should face penitentiary if convicted.
The piece suggests Bryan and Durbin lose while Mc Kinley and Kern win in a hinted trading game. It notes Indiana voter results may reveal the pattern, while the city treasury stabilizes and October bills are funded. It calls for careful ballots to topple a political ring and hints at leveraging posturing in coming days.
The passage warns of bacchanalian revelry and Croker seizing patronage power in New York state and federal offices if Bryan wins. It condemns Tammany and demagogy, predicting intense campaign rhetoric and upheaval in the political era.
A brief quip notes there are already many croakers and jokes about the largest Croker figure among them, hinting at a humorous crowd sentiment without naming individuals or placing events.
Secretary Butler of the state charities board reports from three state institutions. Michigan City prisoners have organized an orchestra. In Fort Wayne, feeble minded home youths burned brick enough for two buildings and several sidewalks. All Logansport asylum buildings burned are fully replaced.
County commissioner McGregor said on Wednesday the Union Traction Company will secure a franchise to enter Indianapolis via Millersville road if his vote matters. Charles L. Henry, general manager of the road, did not present his petition for right of way as a full board was not sitting.
A compilation of terse remarks from multiple papers on politics and public figures. It includes jabs at republicanism, Indiana politics, Boss Hanna, a note on Lieut Hobson, Beveridge’s speech to youth, and critiques of old party tactics with temperance references.
A collage of vignettes recalling Sir William’s cigar diplomacy with reporters, Lord Kitchener’s humane leadership, Lord Roberts’s praise of soldiers and Spurgeon, Miss Ann Royall’s Washington scoop, Li Hung Chang’s gift bulldog, and a quip about Gordon’s monument. These anecdotes illuminate character, humor, and public life across eras.
Capt Bieler of Anheuser Busch plans to contest the city $1,000 brewery tax provisions as all other breweries and agencies comply. The tax is projected to raise about $10,000 for the city.
The Big Four mutual insurance association gathered Wednesday night. President J Q Van Winkle sent a Boston letter urging stronger patronage as membership has slightly declined. All officers were re elected including H M Brongon who marked his sixty fourth birthday and has served in railroad work since.
A string of 1920s era weddings unites Rowena MacRea New and Ernst Hobbs Burford at 518 N Pennsylvania. The ceremony featured Miss Caroline Burford as maid of honor and a diamond brooch gift from the groom. The Burfords plan to live at 518 N Pennsylvania after their eastern al, then other weddings follow at different family homes.
Indianapolis expected to see a surge of flat buildings next season. Meridian Street M B Church trustees urge Rev. W A Quayle to stay in Indianapolis amid a Kansas City church offer. Pfaffini, in an insane frenzy, leapt from a sanitarium window but was not badly hurt. White and Nedde released from jail after 30 days under the poor convict law. Indiana Congregationalists plan next meeting for March at Covenant church in Indianapolis. A shipment of 11 cars of Nebraska horses arrives at Union price sale. Coroner Nash finds no one responsible in Arthur Staats death after a collision of a Brightwood street car and an L E B W engine. No arrests expected. Quigley to act only on coroner’s recommendation.
Amusements column notes Primrose and Dockstader bringing new songs and jokes to English's with strong audience turnout. The Park's week ends with Go-won-go-Mohawk in The Flaming Arrow, billed as the world's only Indian actress in Lincoln Carter's melodrama.
A maritime incident was reported near Beat on the coastline. authorities investigated damage and possible casualties as crews responded to a night wreck involving a Great Northern vessel.
Five month old Ralph Miles is under guardianship with an $18 estate invested with Campbell, Wild & Co. The money originated from his insane mother who will enter a county asylum. The baby, born at the Door of Hope, now lies at Eleanor hospital and will be placed with the Board of Children's Guardians. Probate Commissioner Walker appoints Mrs. Wilmer Christian as guardian. The fund earns 3 percent and is tied up for 21 years until Ralph Miles inherits.
A collection of editorial quips and opinions from various papers on Carter Harrison Bryan and Mr. Bryan. References mention party zeal versus public welfare and praise for Bryan’s humor and address.
The Detroit Free Press quotes Marcus Hanna urging focus on Indiana to secure electoral votes, arguing South Dakota and Nebraska are already favorable. The piece notes Illinois remains uncertain and Wisconsin and other states offer mixed prospects, calling for decisive action to move Indiana out of the doubtful column.
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