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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1902
Page
5
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The New York World objects to a European tourist entering a statuette duty free under a $100 apparel limit, while The New York Times notes Mr. Bryan’s rejection. The piece mentions fear of White River pollution, Secretary Shaw’s hay remark misread, 1904 Republican ticket talk, Judge Holmes and tariffs, and calls for stricter interurban fare controls and city restraint on franchise conditions.
The piece argues against interpreting William Jennings Bryan’s 194 stance as self effacing and notes his knowledge of Democratic prospects. It lauds Oliver Wendell Holmes as new Supreme Court associate justice and mentions a revenue ruling on palm oil in oleomargarine as a tax evasion issue.
The article argues oleomargarine was used for its color and flavor before a new law banning coloring matters. It contends palm oil falls under the prohibition and urges education of consumers and manufacturers to use uncolored oleomargarine, labeling deception and harming both sides.
In a Chautauqua address Representative Grosvenor of Ohio discussed colonial and foreign relations. He argued the Philippine question is settled in U.S. favor and largely eliminated, while noting future issues of governance remain. He critiqued the Teller resolution and reflected on Cuba versus the Philippines and broader imperial policy.
A newspaper column condemns lynching in Lexington Missouri where a white and a colored man were killed by a masked mob while jailed. It condemns whitecap mobs near Nashville Brown County threatening Petro brothers accused of theft, and argues defense against vigilantes can be lawful until formal conviction.
The article contrasts lawless justice with lawful process, compares tin plate and beet sugar growth, and notes the need for abundant steel and beets. It mentions the London rector profiting from coronation seat sales totaling $21,000, and records Cedar Mountain's fortieth anniversary reunion with Indiana units noted.
The Elkhart Daily Review marks its thirtieth birthday praising its progress and public-spirited stance. Founded by Chase and Kent, Chase died in 1803 and Kent has led with vigorous editorials praised as a strong Indiana press influence. Boston touts a blind man publishing a first novel, mocking literary hype.
A quip from the Philadelphia Press on inheritance and family fortunes. A widow appears in a jest about the farcical aftermath of an uncle’s death, while Life magazine portrays a picky eater rabbit and a lion remarking on meat consumption in a humorous exchange.
A group of long-haired men recalls the Pierian spring, then reveals thatMr. Morgan created a poetry trust and extended a pipeline from the spring to the main offices, framing the origin of a literary venture.
A collage of quotes from Washington Star Punch Chicago Post and Washington Post lampoons, recounting an abroad encounter with Campanile and a Rector’s Daughter exchange, then a fierce Washington Post critique labeling Tracy a brutal monster, a soul-less ruffian and a devil in human shape.
A saying urges caution for advertisers about associating with disreputable papers. It warns that an honest firm advertising in a disreputable sheet risks damaging its reputation by connection. The message emphasizes careful advertising choices and integrity.
The piece profiles Indiana lawyer Simon Yandes, Harvard Law School graduate, thrifty philanthropist, and lifelong bachelor aged eighty six. It notes his gifts to Wabash College and the Presbyterian Church, his life of frugality, and a parable about returning a hat price error to illustrate integrity and duty to the poor.
The Minneapolis Journal notes Harper’s Weekly question if Congress truly reflects the people. It argues representatives rely on constituent letters and telegrams, often reflecting business interests, over broad public sentiment. Genuine public opinion, the piece says, is formed by the silent majority, not active letter-writers.
The Boston Advertiser reports on women lawyers who have carved success in conveyancing probate and corporate practice. Amy Acton notes long practice and general work while others like Miss Bridges and Miss Alline Marcy show specialized aims. She adds that politics may help networking but not always yield monetary gain.
A speaker notes women face time demands with little immediate reward yet build strong practice in law. She cites trials in Middlesex and Cape Cod clients, asserts women gain client confidence, and highlights shifts in property law allowing women to manage assets. More women entering business are employing women lawyers.
The Westminster Gazette notes London speculators in American railroads insure J Pierpont Morgan’s life at 9 percent annual premium with some policies for three months. The piece argues Morgan’s life is now publicly valued as highly as royalty, reflecting his global financial importance and the symbolic risk to British markets.
W. W. Christie argues in Engineering Magazine that mechanical stokers reduce firing costs and smoke, improve fire condition uniformity, and enable burning all fuel grades. He notes higher combustion rates have driven firemen to hard, costly work, and that automation could support two to four 3 HP units per fireman, lowering labor.
New York Commercial reports Edwin Abbey R A as painter of the coronation picture for Buckingham Palace. After visiting Westminster Abbey and sketching his plan he began to see a route to completion but the coronation postponement caused delays. Abbey was commissioned a year ago directly by the King and expects about eighteen months to finish after starting.
In the Nebraska State Journal era report Michigan stands as a stronghold against reciprocal measures. It notes that despite other constituencies, Michigan will honor lawmakers who opposed Roosevelt and joined boxing era politics. Four Republican insurgents in Michigan have fallen at the conventions.
The New York Tribune rails at federal and state actions during coal mine labor strife. A Turkey Run Pa woman describes life threatened by Polish workers, stones thrown at her home, a child sick and a missing funeral, prompting General Gobin to deploy cavalry. The piece condemns violence, defends workers' rights, and questions who enforces liberty amid turmoil.
A vivid Shenandoah March tale from 1862 recalls Stonewall Jackson riding to aid his battery trapped in mud near Winchester Port Republic. An old ex-Confederate recounts Banks and Fremont pressing Jackson while a twelve-pound howitzer bogs down. Cavalry jokes and a mud battered gunners’ relief end with a quip about Banks and Jackson’s style.
Copper mining shows small US producers in Utah yielding copper at 4 to 6 cents per pound when gold and silver by products are deducted from copper costs. The Boston Montana and Anaconda mines in Butte gain substantial silver by-products. many other American mines also benefit from gold and silver by-products. Overall, no American mine alone shifts the general copper cost picture significantly.
The article notes copper by product values making some mines profitable at 18 to 1s per pound while others need higher prices. It cites 1901 output shifts with Norway, Japan, South Africa showing gains while Canada leads in growth and mentions new producers Argentina and Venezuela entering the scene.
Dr Kettle of the Pasteur Institute urges press not to kill dogs suspected of rabies. He notes death comes quickly with hydrophobia and disease proof is fast, while killing prompts inoculation of a rabbit with uncertain weeks of delay. He adds it is better to kill suspected animals only to prevent human exposure.
In a St. Joseph tale republished by Kansas City Journal a man gives his seat to a stranger on a crowded street car. His wife jerks the bellrope and orders him off. He discovers the woman is his first wife, divorced two years earlier, and they finish the ride together as he explains the mishap.
The Chicago and Northwestern Railroad educates its train crews to apply first aid to injured passengers. Railroads aim to prevent accidents, even if medical chests and hospital stewards seem gruesome to travelers. Railway surgeons note many deaths from train crashes could be prevented by timely bandaging and wound care. Damages for seriously disabled victims are often higher than for fatalities.
John E Gale Jup obtained a court commissioner's injunction restraining neighbor Thomas Berkel from associating with Gallup's wife. The Sun frames this as a first in a long line of government overreach and mocks injunctions as tyranny. The piece urges opposition to official power and laments perceived threats to constitutional liberty.
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes Mr Carnegie's library proposal stalls over strict conditions for small communities. He shows no change in plans, remaining obstinate, while critics say there is no strong demand for Carnegie libraries.
Judge Otis of the district court in Bt. Paul ruled that crowded street cars need not stop to take on waiting passengers. He stated that passengers already aboard have rights including freedom from crowding and easy exit via platform and aisle. Conductors may choose to limit boarding beyond a certain point to avoid cruelty to seated and standing riders.
The Detroit Free Press notes Vatican condemnation of Philippine friars and watches how American church champions will respond. It mentions Archbishop Ireland's manifesto earning approval from high church authorities and suggests internal discipline may quell differences within the organization.
In Eastern Galicia Austria about 000 workers died of starvation within a year as crops failed. Wages averaged eight to sixteen cents daily for men and four to eight cents for women. The severe scarcity fuels a large outflow of laborers seeking better opportunities abroad.
A London ad touts a dainty red morocco coronet case designed to hold a coronet plus a pink satin bag containing a lunch pack. It lists Unfolied sandwiches, chocolate, a bottle of wine, scent, mirror, powder puff, and smokeless cigarettes. The piece credits an inventive marketeer for the “coronet lunch basket.”
The text discusses choosing illustrations for advertisements and cites the Trich boy's philosophy about contentment. It notes that many readers cannot see how the Seshaa gained after it was over, yet his satisfaction sufficed.
The Baltimore American notes claims that heavy rains washed ragweed pollen from hay fever districts, promising a milder season. It suggests early spring hoeing to prevent any pollen-related trouble and avoid potential ruin.
Baltimore Herald notes that criticizing candidates is debated in Coffin v Brown, ruling that the privilege does not extend to false attacks on an officer appointed by the Governor. The piece discusses implications for defeating an official's re-election and the boundaries of political commentary.
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