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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1900
Page
4
A fragmentary notice invites readers to obtain advertising rates from the advertising department or by contacting the business manager. It requests readers to notify the office if carrier delivery is missed and provides a phone number and mail address for communications.
The Sun notes Fighting Joe Wheeler plans to back Bryan though distrusting his militarism and Philippine policy. It argues Wheeler is consistent in past actions and questions Bryan's promises while praising Wheeler's patriotism and service.
The letter criticizes bank examiners and officials for allowing a four year theft totaling 690000. It argues prosecutors should target examiners and leaders for criminal carelessness and notes the risk of undetected crooks in banking. It compares misdeeds to a New Jersey man’s riotous career and calls for stricter oversight.
Judge Alford instructs the grand jury with broad power and duty to probe all city departments. Prosecutor Pugh seeks to prove stern resolve. The court may reopen the street car scandal, with the panel urged to scrutinize recent council acts. Senators and judges face criticism amid a climate of public reform and gossip. Prohibitionists warn of libel while divorce rules spread in Indiana and national capital gossip remains confined to D C.
A reader urges voters to leave prejudice at the booth and forget party lines, advising them to cast ballots based on blue principles and careful consideration rather than affiliations. The message emphasizes neutrality and thoughtful decision making.
Voters weigh betting odds as a warning about alcohol business growth. The text argues that public safety and the lives and eyesight of children are more important than a boom in saloon and restaurant profits, urging restraint if another carnival returns.
Democratic managers backed Burke as a sacrificial candidate to lose the race. Observers note an odd atmosphere as local politics shift with the Board of Works delaying work on Pogue's run and the state ditch until after the election. Burke laments the prolonged mourning and seasonal political theater.
The speaker says tracks will rise as surely as Bryan wins while Albert is urged to state the towers will not rise. A senator linked to wild roses is ordered to repay for the bushes. Football violence is down. A bet challenges G Cleveland to vote for Woolley.
A Boston Transcript view flags two tragic failed hopes for John Sherman: a presidential bid repeatedly blocked by rival contenders and a later career ending in resignation from the McKinley cabinet. It notes missed GOP nominations, a prickly temperament, and near-misses that shaped his legacy alongside leaders like Webster, Clay, Calhoun, and Blaine.
A collection of Indianapolis figures discuss the 1912 campaign and civic life. Statements cover Bryan and Indiana support, labor, crime extradition, newspapers influence, the Sun, law knowledge, bowling, zoos, carnivals, unions, and public offices with varied opinions from detectives to merchants.
The passage reflects on John Sherman’s near misses for higher office. It notes his repeated urging to run for governor, his potential as a presidential candidate, and how past refusals and memoirs diminished his chances. It situates these events against Harrison’s renomination and Cleveland’s victory.
A fragment from a New York or Midwest page shows a parade of sketches and songs with humorous exchanges. Citizens greet a political speaker with repeated hello. Characters including Quarty Quill and Mr Jolly joke about politics and invention. The piece shifts through performers and regional lines with playful banter and regional pride.
A roster of churches with ministers and service times across multiple venues. Notable entries include Ay First Baptist with Rev. Villers at 10 45 and 7 36, Christ Episcopal with Rev. Graham at 10 36 and 7 36, and First Presbyterian with Rev. Haines at 11 00 and 7 45.
A county treasurer's office cashier received a laugh on Friday as a woman taxpayer presented a worn and nearly torn bill and remarked that the currency was pretty rotten.
A compilation of pithy quotes from several papers lampooning politicians. Gen Wheeler is noted as remaining a Democrat and Alabama citizen, while Webster is critiqued for alleged Boer War money. Other remarks mock lynching, Croker, Roosevelt critics, and labor wages versus betting odds.
Bishop and Mrs. Francis host a 4 to 6 reception for Bishop Partridge of Japan at St Pauls parish house. Dr Sarah J Elliott lectured on Mormons at Mrs E C Atkins home. Debutantes honored at a luncheon by Mrs J A Barnard. Card clubs and teas hosted by Nora Mahoney Irene Senefeld Florence Atkins Mrs John K Robson and Col and Mrs Barnet. American beauty roses decorate. Central Christian Ladies Aid held a military tea with relics and army provisions.
Albert H. Edwards sues Carl F. Roloff for 5000 dollars and on behalf of his daughter Goldie Edwards 16 against Frank Weber saloon keeper at 321 West Maryland Street for 2000 dollars. He alleges Roloff a bartender made his daughter drunk and then assaulted her. The Indianapolis Brewing Company bondsman of Weber is named defendant.
M. E. Ingalls, president of the Big Four, passing through Indianapolis Friday night, states he does not believe the Vanderbilts have gained control of the Southern Pacific. The Big Four earnings for the last week show a handsome rise over the same week a year ago.
The Retail Grocers Association filed articles of incorporation listing directors John G. Schad Charles H Taylor H E Shortmeir A B Robinson C F Volkering John Mesler H E Buddenbaum John Shea and William Rathert. The group aims to promote social relations and cooperation. The Indianapolis School of Healing also incorporated with directors John W. Sigafoose Cora Sigafoose and F B Newberry.
Escaped patient Elza Bennett captured at Jeffersonville to be returned to Indianapolis. Habeas corpus challenge to city ordinance for disturbing the peace led by Frank Powers in Judge Daly's court. Rev C C Rowlison to speak on The preacher for the times at Hotel English. Y M C A to mark fifth anniversary of railroad dept with Harrison presiding. Judge Baker orders railroad company to show cause on unpaid installments for Fort Wayne Terre Haute and Southeastern line. Poet Peter Lawrence Dunbar reports recovery and new books forthcoming. Ed win C Madden to propose second class matter changes to Congress. Armus court initiates 43 candidates at Corydon hall. Simonides court performs degree work in Crawfordsville. Prison Sunday designated by National association of charities and corrections. Rev James Comfort to speak on Prisons and prisoners and Work of Indiana reformatory. A horse donated to Little Sisters of the Poor by J L Keach to be raffled Saturday by Knights of Father Mathew at Capitol Ave and Georgia St.
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