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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1902
Page
4
The Daily Journal lists subscription terms for carriers, mail prepaid options, and reduced rates for clubs. It notes weekly editions, prices per day, month, and year, and names multiple city agents and news stands in New York, Cincinnati, Louisville, St. Louis, Washington, Dayton, and other locations for readers to obtain the Journal.
The Journal offers mail service to follow readers away for the summer. Order before Starting, and arrange address changes as often as needed to stay connected with home.
The column contrasts a federal stance on labor and injunctions with local rights, praising Judge Keller and Judge Jackson for lawful explanations and arguing that the gas pumping dispute should respect owner rights. It defends equal protection and notes Miss Taylor’s removal and the imperialism critique. It lauds Booker Washington and industrial training for colored youths as vital for progress and mentions a Chicago exposition today.
The industrial colored schools of the country will be represented by special exhibits with many mechanical inventions by Negroes on display. Bronze medals and diplomas will be awarded for successful exhibits across classes, aiming to spur colored industrial education nationwide.
The piece argues Bryan's leadership harms the Democratic Party. It urges repudiation of Bryanism, not just Bryan, to restore public confidence, comparing party drift to a storm wreck where “Jonah” must be cast overboard along with his political cargo. It links past platforms to current splits and calls for decisive, public disavowal before seeking voter trust.
Portsmouth dispatch reports Gen Jacob H Smith gravely ill from nervous collapse linked to his Samar campaign and the subsequent court martial. He is praised for loyalty and valor, while the retirement order, issued by President Roosevelt, ends his active service at age sixty two amid debate sparked by relatives and public sympathy.
A University of Chicago researcher conducts experiments to find which color attracts mosquitoes, testing the popular belief that red rivals human blood. General Joseph Wheeler comments on King Edward's coronation, likening it to Napoleon I’s 1804 pageant.
The late John W. Mackay left no portion of his vast estate for public benefit. It now falls to his son Clarence to spend part of the fortune in a manner that will keep the father's name from fading quickly from memory.
The Hartford Post notes a notable shift in public sentiment toward Hanna over recent years. Improved knowledge of his character and leadership during the first McKinley campaign propelled his standing, marking him as a significant political figure through skilled conduct and public visibility.
A blunt, aggressive man described as farsighted and tactical. He operates on broad-gauge lines, prefering progress and construction over destruction. Honest and direct, he distrusts duplicity, values money but seeks broader goals, and acts as a salutary influence in both politics and business.
A collage of humorous snippets from period papers featuring lines about old men gardeners and health resorts. Jokes include vegetable plots to keep chickens at home, a rain and snow sterilizing health resort, a teacher’s riddle about two pennies and three, and quips on ideal women and price discussions.
Washington dispatch reports the internal revenue bureau will collect a war tax on undivided profits of banks and private institutions. The effort targets profit and loss accounts and totals about 200000 dollars for the year ended July 1, 1902. A circuit court ruling previously denied banks relief, and repeal of the tax takes effect July 1, 1902.
Secretary of the navy orders a board of inquiry to investigate the July 30 explosion on the submarine Holland. Commander Charles A. Badger leads with Lt Cmdr John R. Edwards Lt Harry George Assistant Naval Constructor Stewart F. Smith and Lt Edward F. Leiper as recorder. The board meets at League Island Yard on August 18 to assess the craft's general usefulness.
The cruiser Luzon and tank ship Arethusa return to the United States from the Asiatic station. Luzon heads to Portsmouth yard for general repairs while Arethusa may be used in winter Caribbean maneuvers. The plan to convert cruiser Dixie into a hospital ship is abandoned. Dixie will serve as a transport with hospital facilities during winter maneuvers.
Internal Revenue Bureau figures list whisky remaining in bonded warehouses on June 30, 192, at 168,742,430 proof gallons. Stocks by age range include under one year 51,345,001 between one and two years 47,779,416 between two and three years 18.2 percent, between three and four years 1,944.75, between four and five years 348,146 between five and six years 2,744,987 between six and seven years 5,063,326 and more than seven years 3,964,312.
In Bloomington on August 14 the Police Chiefs and Sheriffs Association of Illinois tested a bullet proof vest as Phil Holland allowed a revolver to be fired at him. Chief Francis O'Neill of Chicago spoke on improving police efficiency. Joliet was chosen for the 1903 convention location.
The body of Senator James McMillan, who died suddenly in Manchester, Massachusetts, lay in state at his Detroit home on Jefferson Avenue. About 3,000 people viewed the remains this afternoon before public funeral services at 2:30. Burial planned as private.
Reports from Caracas indicate Castro forces surround the capital from three directions while rebels gain control of Porto Cabello and Ciudad Bolivar. US warships report three American steamers detained at San Felix and Caracas dispatches discuss ongoing battles and seizing of property.
New York dispatch reports the fall of Barcelona to Venezuelan revolutionists strengthens their push. The Matos party committee claims control of Ciudad de Bolivar Guaria Cano Colorado Coro Carupano and Barcelona with Cumana likely to fall Thursday. They may seek belligerent recognition from foreign nations.
DES MOINES Aug 14 The south wing of the main building at Iowa State College of Agriculture and Mechanical Arts at Ames was destroyed by fire early today. The north wing had burned previously in 19. The condemned section was to be torn down for a new building funded by the last General Assembly. Loss to building and contents not to exceed 10000. Origin of the fire remains a mystery.
ERIE August 14. After yesterday’s witnesses in the court martial of Paymaster Penrose corrected their testimony he took the stand to testify for himself. He said his first knowledge of any shortage in his accounts came about May.
The defendant, after returning from New York where he sought Promotion, admitted drawing four checks totaling 225 dollars to cover a government report. One check was canceled by money borrowed against an officially signed check for seven dollars, later charged. Cross-examined, he claimed no knowledge of how the shortage arose and now offers to cover the remaining amount.
Claimants Benjamin Franklin Bache Walter Booz and Mrs Fine allege they are Franklin descendants and that £10 given to Philadelphia and Boston by Benjamin Franklin was never properly used for printers and artisans. They seek about 40000 dollars with interest and have retained counsel to pursue the claim.
The International Typographical Union held its annual convention in Cincinnati on August 14, deciding Washington D C would host the next gathering for discussions on type interchange, union jurisdiction, and rules on regulars, substitutes, and foremen practices amid debates with labor groups and AFL. The meeting addressed strike votes, membership rules, and the phalanx system while adopting laws on interchanging matter and local regular positions. News also notes the convention will reconvene next August in Washington and a separate note covers the Gold Beaters' Union vote to allow returns to work in shops agreeing to demands.
Pittsburg officials ordered striking workers back to work after a Philadelphia settlement notice arrived late. About eight men were out, with a general resumption expected by tomorrow.
Akron Ohio August 14 all boiler makers at the Stirling Boiler Company walked out for higher wages and forced a shutdown. It is likely molders and other workers, about 140, will join the strike as management refuses the demands.
The national convention of powder makers adjourned in Wilkesbarre after selecting Terre Haute Indiana as the next meeting site. Officers elected include president William Finnie Graceland Pennsylvania first vice president Henry H Justine Fontanet Indiana second vice president CrLe Highton Landing Secretary J F McCrindle Gracedale Pennsylvania treasurer William Bashan Olivers Mills Pennsylvania.
A Derrea washery riot near Wilkes Barre escalated as deputies fired a volley into the crowd after assailants attacked guards. Two rioters wounded, 25 men arrested on rioting and felonious wounding charges. bail set at $3,000 each. Regulators denied troop requests as coal interests discuss regional mine restarts.
In Shenandoah, Pa., two weeks of troop duty have yielded little action beyond guarding property. A Lithuanian committee met General Gobin denying anarchist or nihilist groups among local foreign-speaking residents.
Hazleton Pa Aug 4 United States Senator John F Dryden of New Jersey responds to a request to help settle the anthracite coal strike. He expresses earnest desire to aid in any way possible and proposes arbitration as a means for an amicable adjustment, pledging cooperation in that direction.
Conductors and motormen of the South Chicago City Railway Company secured wage increases tonight preventing a general street car strike. An agreement favorable to both sides sets a new minimum wage per hour, ending the dispute.
Cardiff report notes South Wales Miners Federation backs district contributions totaling $56,000 to aid striking miners in the United States, arguing the dispute centers on principles of international importance.
Napoleon F Washington, a magazine writer aged forty four, hanged himself in his room after a period of nervous depression. Coroner says despondency likely due to manuscript rejections and financial troubles. An empty vial and a note reading Laudanum Bought July 25 1% hint at possible investigation angle.
Rev. Dr. M. M. Sweenie pastor of the Bellevue Methodist Episcopal Church Bellevue Pa died last night at his residence from self inflicted wrist wounds. He bled to death before discovery after suffering a stroke two weeks earlier and is thought temporarily deranged.
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