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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1901
Page
4
The Board of safety dodged charges against Superintendent Quigley, with two members absent and the third Mahoney deflecting the issue and smirking at the civic alliance attorney. The board's weak stance adds to a reputation of small acts under the Taggart administration.
The arrest is legal but rebutted by custom as saloonists often delay renewals while awaiting action on applications. Miller had refused to pay $50 to the Democratic campaign fund, suggesting lack of political pull with police.
A misspelled screed from the Sentinel declares grim prophecies against Roosevelt's administration. The writer urges a retreat with a dictionary and Bible, implying bleak days ahead for the democratic era.
The saloonkeeper who was ordered to close for violations reportedly refused to contribute $50 to the democratic campaign fund. Quig. comments that it is not anybody's business if he ordered the shutdown while others were left unmolested.
A Board of Safety meeting is disrupted as two members abandon duties without explanation while a third member derides a citizen seeking information on official responsibilities. The incident highlights concerns over governance and accountability in local public service.
The text hints at a local political clash over mayoral candidates and police leadership. Quigley faces pressure as a likely shift in office draws attention, with public criticism aimed at incumbents and reformist candidates amid ongoing city politics and governance concerns.
The author brands Emma Goldman as a murderess and accuses her of inflaming minds with intelligence and eloquence. They assert she deserves the ultimate penalty but fear she will evade punishment.
The article condemns Emma Goldman as a believer in many cults and isms, accusing her of moral depravity and alleging involvement in President McKinley's assassination. It paints her as despicable and unworthy of public regard due to what it calls her immoral religion.
The News questions whether withholding advertising is the method of exacting payback against the yellow press. It notes the press has improved recently and asks merchants if they will resume boycotting to push reform.
The police superintendent ordered saloons to close at 11. The public questions police authority to manage Indianapolis saloon business. People expect arrests when laws are violated. Quigley’s order is seen as acknowledgment of the law without enforcement.
The governor's brother served as prison steward before the current governor took office. If he was guilty of insubordination, Warden Shideler should have discharged him, despite the governor's relation.
Saloonist Miller faces stricter police action amid city struggle over block pavement on N Meridian Street. Rivals escape similar scrutiny as administration resists district plan.
A playful note on growth tracing Jim Quigley from daisy to reach to pippin. The passage humorously suggests Prof Darwin overlooked Quigley’s evolving stages of development.
The piece notes that candidates for mayor offered no plans on sewage disposal in their acceptance letters, urging Indianapolis to stop polluting the White River and protect valuable fertilizer. The call to action emphasizes immediate remediation.
The State Board of Agriculture indicates sufficient progress on the state fair plan to justify buying the land, despite the legislature's prior refusal to appropriate funds last winter.
The piece notes that in the United States, anarchists must remain quiet for months while the public expresses resolve. Taggart vows continued campaign involvement and smiles once noted as missed, with hope that ministers' moral views may influence voters and counter apathy.
The Civic alliance presses charges against Police Superintendent for not enforcing liquor laws. The report notes anger at a smiling commissioner and accuses Tammany of weakness. The grand jury, led by a Republican prosecuting attorney, delays liquor case findings until after city elections. Supt. Quigley is viewed as condemned by Indianapolis observers.
An old editorial voice claims freedom of speech and press endangers national welfare. It references Supt. Quigley and Sa loonist Miller, questions Warden Shideler’s resignation, mocks primary spelling lessons, and praises Mayor Taggart’s public safety board.
A humorous verse fragment praises a book chapter about Gerald Wyncourt, Earl of Cedarmere, waking, breakfast, and appetizing banquets. The speaker credits the author for restoring appetite with depictions of steaks fruit and other foods.
An English lady asks where the flower of the English army stands. An Irish sergeant, arm in a sling, grins and replies that the flower is in the commissary department.
The passage notes that two bees alone rarely grab or stab a person and tells of people getting stung when neglected. It reflects on folk behavior with a colorful, cautionary voice and mentions hats hanging on others racks as a social aside.
A early career anecdote shows John D. Rockefeller worried by low stock prices until a 10 percent rally. An employee asked if he felt better and Rockefeller replied he felt 10 per cent better. The quip highlights his cool when markets turn favorable.
Edward Singer recalls a bicycle romance on the boulevard with praise for a charming cyclist nicknamed the bicycle belle and the prettiest cycler on the street. The exchange captures a flirtatious scene amid street chatter about love and bikes.
A set of satirical clippings rails at political leadership and press tone. Remarks target President Shafter and the nation’s mood, noting fickle weather, morbid journalism, crisis resilience, and public notices on movements and education.
An advertisement promotes Cascarets Candy Cathartic as an ideal laxative. It urges readers to purchase tonight and notes the product is available at druggists in 10c 20c and 50c sizes.
A call for name ideas for a new studio offers $15 in pictures as a reward. Submissions should be mailed to Wilhite and Holloway photographers at 237 N Pennsylvania Street 34 block north of Denison.
Pennsylvania Short Lines announces Sunday excursions for the season ending. The Dayton round trip costs 1.25 dollars and Madison also 1.25. Special trains depart Dayton at 6:30 a.m. and Madison at 7:30 a.m. Return departures follow after outbound trips.
Parisian novelty Torcat headlines next week at the Grand with a mix of songs mystifying illusions and a sight seer act. The Park Theater offers The Outpost and In a Woman's Power with J K Emmet Lottie Gilson and Miss Gilson’s new songs. The Bowery Burlesque at the Empire features Yutakanee Indian princess acts and a large chorus in a refreshed season opening.
A collection of quotes from figures such as Billy Miller, Police matron Reisner, John Geckler, and Reverend Meserve reflects varied opinions on the upcoming fall elections and political climate. The remarks touch on campaign funding, grand jury actions, school funding, and community issues across Indiana, with patrons like Dr. J. Hurry praising Roosevelt and others sharing views on governance and public life.
A compilation of caustic quotes on politics industry and labor from several papers. References to President Shaffer unions hotels coal trusts and public sentiment appear across St Paul Grand Rapids Buffalo Philadelphia and Detroit outlets.
A Philadelphia Record reminiscence recalls the moment when news of the nation’s president’s death reached a conductor at four in the morning. He rushed home to salute with the flag, frantically finding black ribbon by cutting a bonnet, while his wife cried.
A collection of light humor contrasts a two legged biped with one leg and a father who never uses language. Uncle James and Uncle James’s status prompt a kiddish question about language origin. The quotes conclude with a wry remark about marriage and happiness.
A Brooklyn Eagle caption features a witty quip from a boy who, when asked his name, replies that people call him Jimmie for short yet his maiden name is James, reflecting a humorous twist on names.
Advice from a dentist urges daily between-tooth cleaning with fine cotton or silk to remove particles brushes miss. Mrs J C Perry aged 68 died Friday night at her home from a cerebral hemorrhage.
A reader named W S Brockman from Bagnell Missouri writes in praise of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy detailing three years of bronchitis and sleepless nights before its relief. He notes the medicine is sold by all druggists.
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