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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1905
Page
4
A harsh editorial accuses the mayor of fake reform, saying gamblers remain thriving since he took office. It claims raids were politicized and vows to cleanse the city have not been kept, with police only weakly enforcing laws while gamblers prosper. The piece dismisses claims of new resorts and notes ongoing Chinese issues unrelated to local crime.
A Chicago burglary tale ends with acquittal and a judge's rebuke. The piece condemns courts for laxity, links rising violence and accidents to misrule, cites millions in damages from personal-injury suits, and calls for stronger respect for law. It notes broader Indiana crime concerns and a pointed jab at political commentary.
A fragment from a political column notes Bill Taft’s potential as Roosevelt’s successor, with Uncle Joe Cannon as a rising star and Fairbanks fading. It mentions Taft’s popularity, health, aggressiveness, and political savvy, while criticizing Roosevelt’s era and praising journalism’s role.
A 26 year old former schoolteacher Mis a Atanova of Macedonia fights with revolutionary bands in rough mountains. She has killed Turks in skirmishes and battles. Her village was struck when children were murdered by Turkish forces, and she joined the insurgents to free Macedonia.
A compilation of remarks from diverse locals criticizing political machines, party lines, and public figures. The speakers discuss independence, campaigns, endorsements, wagers, and general attitudes toward governance, media, and civic events in a period of political contention.
Predictions by Raphael the astrologer for Sunday September 17 urge caution in travel money and marriage. For Monday September 18 warn against females and risky ventures while noting an anniversary. a child is said to be born that day. An Ozark county farmer recounts a Kansas City Star note from a young man seeking a wife and the farmer's witty reply.
A fragment notes the young ladies of Thompson Dry Goods inviting someone to drink lemonade, prefaced by a quip about saying something nice. It praises the group as uniformly kind and sweet and questions how they remain single for so long.
The Commercial club and merchants praise the fine weather during the state fair week. The piece notes Indianapolis benefits from the fair as a powerful advertisement and discusses local personalities and drivers tied to the event.
A fragment notes club women showing interest in scholarships for English colleges for women. It suggests American women favor studying in Germany post graduation, while England offers little financial support, and implies English reliance on funding from others.
The Winnipeg census reports a population of 42.3 thousand, ranking sixth in Canada. Manitoba’s capital now reaches 2,000, reflecting a four year gain of 5407 residents.
A rugged exchange in the village marketplace depicts a neighborly dispute as an old resident, nicknamed for his long white whiskers, is called a feared figure who has cowed another man for nearly thirty years.
Rev W A Quayle of Chicago urged the Methodist conference to unite Christian churches in appealing to John D Rockefeller for a permanent fund of 27000029 dollars for a church empire. He ridiculed the idea of protected wealth and warned against reliance on mere money bags.
Fragmentary report from Baltimore in mid September notes a draw in a boxing bout. The text mentions Twin Sulhexn and Pim, with hints of a disputed third round and crowd reactions, but the details are unclear and names are partially garbled.
A Sunday ceremony will lay the cornerstone of the new K of P temple EB Christ with a parade. Vice President Fairbanks will address the crowd. officials and city leaders including Gav Hanty Mayor Holtzman will attend.
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