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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1908
Page
10
The Richmond Palladium edited by James E. Watson and Rudolph G. Leeds splits on politics as Democrats fret over a special legislative session while Republicans attack the governor. The Indianapolis Sun reprints two contrasting columns from Sept. 8 to show the mood.
Special correspondence from Indianapolis reports GOP leaders sharply criticising Governor Hanly for calling a special session to pass local option liquor measures. Indications say state Republicans, buoyed by recent convention themes, expect a county option push and rally behind the party line to oppose brewers backing Democrats. The Ipswich-style meeting at Claypool signals unified support for statewide local option amid brewing industry tensions.
Roosevelt spoke to winning athletes praising their speed and leaping while warning that heroes fade after ten days. He recalled a regiment’s advice to work after glory and challenged what he will be doing 15 to 20 years hence. The piece questions enduring impact and future achievements beyond talk.
A married woman complains about the neighbor who talks all day. Her husband jokes that the neighbor talks to him. A fragment mentions a struggling writer selling his scribbles and a remark about respect from politicians.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer narrative recalls Uncle Jim Hastings as the umpire of a Stars versus Comets game. It notes his height and build, describing him as six feet two and 240 pounds, with observers asking how he looked after the game.
A man trespasses by lifting a window to gain entry, justifying the break in as a bid to even the score with the world. The incident is described as a businesslike, ground floor motive in a Chicago Tribune style quotation.
The article discusses a New York hotel manager who bought 7 000 dozen bottles of wine for summer stock, highlighting national liquor consumption figures. It notes 1 874 223 49 gallons of wines and spirits consumed yearly, increases in lighter malt beverages, and rising per capita distilled spirit use. It warns about moderation, health opinions, and the dangers of alcohol affecting judgment and work.
Danville Illinois will deliver returns on November 3 that could signal progress or reveal entrenched local influence. William Hard characterizes Joseph Cannon as a rigid political force defending spoils and resisting reform while wielding power over public lands and policy. The piece laments Danville voters likely following party lines and hints at a potential shift toward independence amid reform sentiment.
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