Elevation of Railroads Faces Court Ruling in Indiana
The Indiana supreme court decision on whether Indianapolis charter authority covers elevating tracks will shape local actions. Chicago already resisted liability for damages from grade changes, underscoring police power. Indianapolis officials sought Chicago guidance before drafting their ordinance, while debates about charter authority and railroad influence continue.
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Indianapolis
Indiana Supreme Court
Chicago
Supreme Court of Illinois
Supreme Court
Carter
Superior Court
Joss
Senate
State Bankers Praise Hidden Tax Law Enforcement
The State bankers association rejoices over the enactment of a law on hidden taxables and credits the president for urging bankers cooperation. President Dougherty supported strong cooperative effort, while the State tax board is noted for favoring business interests in advocating the law.
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State Bankers’ Association
Ich
Associaion
Dougherty
State Tax Board
Henderson Denounces Roosevelt Backlash at Des Moines Meeting
In Des Moines 1904 Henderson challenged Roosevelt as he presided over a large Republican gathering with Fairbanks as chief orator. The speaker urged Republicans to show proper deference to the senior Indiana senator and local congressmen by voting against Henderson for speaker again.
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Henderson
Roosevelt
Des Moines
Ator Fairbanks
Indiana
Unclear Odds and Oddities Spark Local Debate in Indiana
A garbled column mentions Huey in Muncie facing alleged border issues, critiques the State Board of Health, references Thomas Jefferson and Banmaaker, and notes a 70 year old groom marrying a 17 year old. It also recalls a Niagara Falls barrel stunt and a sleeping-car porter court ruling, ending with Goshen liars’ banquet chatter.
Hanna Blames Democratic Journals for McKinley Death
Mark Hanna tours Ohio pledging that Democratic journals caused the president’s death while warning he gains no respect from the course. Czolgosz, to be executed next Tuesday, said Emma Goldman’s speeches inspired him to kill. Hanna must prove American journals’ circulation in Europe seeded American anarchy.
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Mark Hanna
Ohio
McKinley
Hanna
Czolgosz
Emma Goldman
Europe
America
Nebraska seniors invite Grover Cleveland for June commencement
Lincoln Nebraska seniors at the state university invite former President Grover Cleveland to deliver the commencement address next June. The editorial note questions if this choice signals a political stance aligned with Cleveland and the gold standard emphasis.
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Nebraska University
Lincoln
Grover Cleveland
Woman Claims Christian Science Cures Angora Cats
An eastern woman asserts Christian Science cured her Angora cats and that the soul spark can be conveyed from human to cat. She has been rubbing her cats' backs in the dark.
Attorney General Extends Investigation Questioned
If county clerk offices resemble city clerks, the attorney-general may widen the probe to counties. The city campaign has ended, prompting questions about extending official scrutiny to county records and practices.
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Attorney-General
Schley Maintains Lead in Inquiry as Fleet Presses On
On the home stretch of the inquiry Schley widens the gap while the rest of the United States fleet is described as competitors in the running battle. The report emphasizes Schley's edge in the final stretch of proceedings and the implied rivalry among naval forces.
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Schley
United States
Mayor mulls health board change amid old school risk
The mayor considers appointing an osteopath as the third member of the Board of Health to address potential epilepsy concerns in aging school buildings. The move signals a proactive overhaul of public health oversight.
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Board of Health
Roosevelt Briefs Americans With Short Message
The message from Roosevelt aims for brevity and will likely skip dinner-table etiquette at the White House, focusing on concise communication rather than domestic decorum.
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Roosevelt
White House
City to Establish Special Court in Marion for Dawsons
Proposal urges creation of an extra Marion county court dedicated to Dawsons litigation. Advocates argue targeted docket handling improves efficiency and speeds up unresolved disputes among involved families and local institutions.
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Marion County
Simple Stuffed Steak Roast Method
An economical approach uses a two pound inexpensive steak rolled with stuffing of bread crumbs butter salt cayenne parsley onion juice and stock. Secure with string bake on a rack with stock and frequent basting for about 380 minutes then finish with a brown pan sauce flavored with tomato.
Chamberlain's Colic Remedy for Travelers
A concise travel advisory promoting Chamberlain's Colic Remedy to prevent cholera and diarrhea during journeys. It urges travelers to carry a bottle and notes availability from druggists.
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Chamberlain’s Colt
Dream of Beauty and the Rogue Hairline
A narrator quotes flirtatious lines about a singer’s beauty and desirous crowd desires. Reggie recalls a restaurant encounter where a chased wife fears an observed head husband yet seeks a fool killer, while dreaming of a mansion in the skies and a costly raise for his heirs.
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Reggie
Cweatah
Heah
Killah
Language diversity sign at Colorado newspaper office
A sign in front of a Colorado newspaper office proclaims English German and Missouri spoken here The note references Missouri humor about Indiana the Hoosier state and marks a shift away from poking fun at Hoosier stereotypes.
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Colorado
Missouri
Hoosier State
Imagining Firelight as Old King Cole
Cholly Staylayte envisions the burning coal as royal revelry with dancers and fiddlers while Miss Golightly jokes about who should pay. He soon concedes that a ton of coal is nearly as valuable as two Irish potatoes before leaving.
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Cholly Staylayte
Old King Cole
Papa
Cholly
Promisin' Man Teases Political Figures Across Cities
A letter to the Atlanta Constitution cites Frank L. Stanton quoting a promisin' feller and asks who inspired it. It notes claims the jig targets John N Harris of Preston Ohio or Denver political boss Stevey, with Indianapolis democrats speculating.
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Frank L. Stanton
Atlanta Constitution
Preston
Ohio
John N. Harris
Denver News
Stevey
Indianapolis
Bookwalter
Mr. Stanton
Edward Singer
Amusement notes on next week's Grand bill and Park offerings
The Grand announces Faust family acrobats with child performers and Stuart the European import female impersonator. Cushman Curtis and Holcomb join as vocal comedy trio. Rialta debuts with electric effects. Gardner Crane couple perform The happy pair. Bonelli stars in Samson of Yale. Park presents An American Gentleman melodrama and three days of The Night Before Christmas with a large cast and scenic sets.
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Faust
Europe
Stuart
Cushman
Holcomb
Curtis
Miss Cushman
Rialta
Burton
Brooks
Gardner Crane
Hacker
Lester
Biograph Pictures
William Bonelli
Samson
Yale
Bonelli
America
Sandow
Elmer Crandin
BE. H. Banker
Wallace Hopper
Fred Guest
Estelle Clarke
Helen Gurney
Margaret Hatch
Alice Clifton
Edith Jansen
Emma Morton
Marie Clifton
Burlesque and vaudeville show features new acts
The company returns to the house for another season with a pair of new burlesques An Irishman's visit to Paris and Troubles at a Buffalo hotel both packed with songs and jokes Speck brothers Sheridan and Lee Blodgett sisters Craig Ardell Grovini and Murray John J Welch Keeley brothers Car roll and Crissie Sheridan perform illustrated songs The fe male basketball contest from last season closes the program
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Jericz
Paris
Buffalo
Speck Brothers
Sheridan
Lee
Blodgett
Craig
Ardell
Grovini
Murray
John J. Welch
Keeley Brothers
J. F. Carroll
Illustrated Songs
Crissie Sheridan
SHORT YARNS AND LAUGHING TALES AT NEW YORK SUN EVENT
Mrs Hugh Reed Griffin of London addressed the federation session sharing the first American women’s club in London and its aims. A South visitor recounted a humorous hotel misadventure while a Kansas City tale recounted a courtroom trouser dispute with a humorous resolution.
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State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Hugh Reed Griffin
London
Washington St
Pennsylvania Ave
South
New York
Franey
New York Sun
Controversial Quips Spark Press Debate Across Papers
Newspaper editors quote remarks suggesting race and leadership issues, citing Roosevelt dining with a black man and other remarks. The lines reference Schley, Booker T Washington, lynching, and a royal coronation parade as examples, reflecting tension over public statements and civil rights.
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Roosevelt
Buffalo News
Navy Department
Schley
Detroit Free Press
Booker Washington
Grand Rapids
Great Britain
Baltimore
Reflections of a Bachelor in Humorous Observations
A witty reflection notes happiness comes from avoiding unhappiness. It suggests the cook may grasp why a deaf husband is content and hints some wives quarrel with husbands over not quarrelling enough.
My Love Is Dead Yet Near In Rain and Wind
The critic notes a poem where the speaker feels a deceased beloved near through rain and whispers. Imagery includes ghostly kisses in weather, stars in eyes, a wood-bird’s pause, and mist lifting to reveal a whispered promise of reunion beyond death. The speaker waits peacefully for death to join the mate.
Plain Butter Icing with Nutmeg Garnish
A simple glaze prep combines one third cup butter with two thirds cup powdered sugar. Stir in one teaspoon vanilla, spread lightly on a glass dish, and grate a small amount of nutmeg over the top.
Hood's Sarsaparilla for Catarrh Persuasive Claim
The article argues catarrh stems from blood impurities and warns against local cures. It urges Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier with tonic effects. A testimonial from R Long of California Junction Iowa claims relief after three years of catarrh and improved appetite and sleep.
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Hood
R. Long
California Junction
Iowa
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Cure
Advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla as a guaranteed cure and urges immediate treatment. Claims to fulfill its promise and encourages readers to buy now for better health.
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Hood’s
Notions From Indiana Citizens On Civics And Work
A compilation of quotes from W. G. Bettermann and others in Indiana discussing carnival morals health boards streetcar unions and local governance. Public figures including Mayors and merchants comment on taxes beauty parades steam cars and police efficiency with praise and critique.
Witty Exchanges and Jokes From Old Papers
A collage of quips and short cartoons from early papers. Dialogues include a bickering couple about obedience and a tombstone joke. A surgeon taunts about vermiform appendix and a dog dealer defends a rat-killing claim with a playful twist.
The Smile That Counts Poem Fragment
A verse about enduring love and real smiles amid dark skies and hardship. The speaker asks for true smiles when sun and flowers fade, when waters sigh, and the world frowns, questioning whether one can maintain joy through tears.
Darby Coyle an Old Timer in City Sewer Gang
The new board of works will likely retain one veteran sewer gang employee, Darby Coyle. He has been with the gang since before the Denny administration and knows every crook and turn of the sewers.
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New Board of Works
Darby Coyle
Denny
Coyle
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Quick Recovery From Colds
Advertises Hood's Sarsaparilla as restoring purity of blood and speeding recovery from colds. Claims people with pure blood are less prone to colds and that the medicine uniquely revitalizes the system after illness. Take Hood's.
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Goshen
Margaret
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Dell
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Sue
Millicent
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Empire Theater
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Pete Milligan
Justice Walls
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Pete
Gardner
Kansas City Journal
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
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E. D. Clark
E. E. Young
Cass Connaway
Stubbs
Bert Perrott
R. E. Evans
Delaware County
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Horace Hewitt
I. N. Walker
Frank Moore
T. C. Gould
Beaumont
Standard Oil
Charles Schlegel
the Grand
Grand
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Stuckmeyer
Prospect St
Hugh McGowan
THE
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Noblesville
George W. Powell
Joe Stevens
Hwe
Detroit Journal
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Philadelphia
Linnie Davis
Catlettsburg
Tenn
Philip Winwood
Robert Nelson Stephens
Pettis Dry Goods Co
Gem Lai
Unday
Indiana Ave
Americay
Bank F
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Columbia National Bank
West Washington Street
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Security Trust Company
Pennsylvania St
Post Office
Union Trust Company
Company
East Market St
John H. Holliday
Henry Eitel
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Charles 8S. M'Bride
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Indiana Trust Co
Virginia Ave
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