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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
7
The Daily Journal reports Indiana Republicans convened to nominate and affirm party leaders. It highlights Senator Beveridge and Fairbanks, tariff revision prospects, and Democratic contrasts. The piece notes discussions on Philippines governance, labor shares in investments, and a streetcar fare incident involving Senator Money, with commentary on media coverage and political dynamics.
The text argues wages and labor drive value in iron and steel. It outlines steps from ore loading to furnace and coke, stressing labor costs as the main driver of value, with capital’s share fluctuating but often smaller. It notes pig iron as a labor-associated base, and that labor’s role in higher forms of iron and steel remains dominant in value growth.
The Indiana Republican convention completed its work with enthusiasm and order. A large share of delegates were young men signaling fresh party leadership. Beveridge presided well and the two days allowed full consideration. Nearly all nominations were unanimous after a fair vote, with no bitterness. Delegates satisfied they discharged their trust without boss influence, and the ticket is expected to win under Governor Durbin.
The Cuban reciprocity bill faces strong Senate opposition led by Senators Spooner and Cullom who argue the measure resembles a treaty outside House jurisdiction. They cite the Constitution’s treaty power as reserved to the President and Senate, risking constitutional friction and complicating a bill seen as vital to Cuba's economic prospects and U.S. interests.
The piece argues for generous reciprocity with Cuba, citing Roosevelt on economic advantage and describing strong opposition from beet sugar interests. It criticizes House dilatory tactics and suggests Senate and President should handle treaty powers for better Cuban welfare.
Republican Indiana platform endorses Roosevelt, cites fiscal reform, anti monopoly stance, and efficient state government. It condemns railroad consolidation, supports primary voter protections, and pledges enforcement against beef price fixing. Attaches credit to Knox ruling and robs critics of demagogic claims.
The piece argues that army officers may express opinions as private citizens and cites Section 19 of the army regulations from the 187% Revised Statutes of the United States, adopted in 1896. It also notes the Indiana Republican platform of 1860 criticizing fiscal mismanagement and embezzlement, framing a reformist shift and perceived improvements in state policy and governance.
A kaleidoscope of humor is presented with items from Smart Set and Punch. Cartoonish lines from Sammy and a quip on medical bills mix with satirical exchanges about a mistress and a cook. A Washington Star verse laments golf, driving, and ping pong misadventures.
A collection of editorial jabs from Indiana papers lauds Grant county loyalty to Maj. G. W. Steele while scolding wavering Republicans. It contrasts Nebraska headlines, mocks Bryan, and ridicules Democratic stances on taxes, water cures, and overseas possessions, linking past criticisms to present policy shifts.
Among Wall street's recent accessions is a son of the late Oliver P. Morton, war Governor of Indiana. Walter B. Morton is from St. Paul. Joaquin Miller, the poet of the Sierras, plans a California park for children. Mrs Emma E Forsythe, daughter of an American father and Samoan chief mother, is said to be the richest woman in the South Pacific, living on Neu Pommern with a 120,000 acre plantation. Emperor William is likely the wealthiest ruler, with vast inheritances. A Paris first aid to the injured apparatus, a pillar with a box and medicine chest, is described for frequent street accidents.
A Philadelphia widow Mrs. Agnes Dundas Lippincott died leaving an estate over 5 million dollars. Her son James Dundas Lippincott receives the bulk, while grandson Joshua L. R. Wurts-Dundas of New York and Bermuda gets 20 dollars. Russian writer Maxim Gorky plans a vagabonds inn in Nijni Novgorod with shelter, a brewery and tea hall, excluding only professional drunkards and card cheats. Copenhagen Easter party will host many royals including the dowager Empress of Russia and Grand Duke Michael, Queen Alexandra, and other nobility. King Christian marks his eighty fourth birthday on April 8.
At the fifth annual Southern education conference in Athens Georgia Robert C Ogden and philanthropists were welcomed by educators jurists and business leaders. Clark Howell as Senate president urged forming a sweeping educational trust turning each child into a stockholder and each human head into a share of stock. Ogden delivered his annual address.
Bob Evans writes of Prince Henry in America and six guards tall as six feet four, in evening dress. The guards sign a statement saying their morning attire was conventional. they wore more formal clothes as Chicago guests, and they declined to publish impressions of the prince or the admiral.
In Chicago on April 24 Joseph P. Brown died after a joke led him to order a man to raise his hands. The supposed thief drew a revolver and shot Brown dead. Edward L. Miller, Brown’s friend, fired the fatal shot as Brown approached his home at 103 South Peoria Street. No weapon was found on the dead man when police intervened.
Senator Money, recounting a heated incident on a street car, claims three distinct assaults by Conductor Shaner and Foreman Hooper, with Capitol Policeman Murphy involved. He says he drew a knife in self defense after being ejected, and that a heavy blow to the heart was delivered by the conductor. Hooper and Shaner were arrested and later released on bond for appearance in Police Court tomorrow.
In Washington on April 24 Senator Clark of Montana was stopped by two bicycle policemen at the Senate annex for allegedly exceeding a twelve mile per hour limit. He said he had not gone over ten, agreed to have the chauffeur appear in Fell Court tomorrow, and vowed to fight the case to the end while denying any intent to violate or cause annoyance.
Lawrence Deckard was arrested after admitting he struck his sleeping father with a hatchet to stop a proposed marriage to an eighteen year old. The father survived, and a cousin’s confession cleared the mystery surrounding the crime.
The Indiana Republicans pledge national platform principles, honor McKinley and Harrison, endorse Roosevelt, support Cuba relations and Philippines governance, oppose trusts, favor protection and tariff reform, back gold standard, advocate immigration controls, praise Governor Durbin, and stress fiscal responsibility, labor protection, and state reforms. The document lauds military service and calls for continued patriotic governance.
The Minneapolis Tribune discusses T Estrada Palma, first Cuban president, noting his U S exile years and broad view of America. It predicts Palma will push mutually beneficial trade with the United States while resisting rushed annexation, shaping Cuba’s future with prudence. It also comments on U S efforts in Hawaii and Governor Dole’s position amid insurrectionary tactics.
President Roosevelt has followed the best advice in determining to retain Mr. Dole as Governor of Hawaii. Attacks on the official have been violent but have exposed carpetbagger elements. Soon after annexation a set of political adventurers descended upon Hawaii and held—
Washington correspondent notes the Dingley law duties were set high awaiting reciprocity treaties that would cut duties. Five years pass with treaties unratified as tariffs burden Americans. Hanna and Grosvenor echo the view. Congress struggles over Cuba relief and future trade steps amid political tension.
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