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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1901
Page
4
The Indianapolis Daily Journal lists subscription terms and distribution terms, routes and rates, plus ads for newsstand partners in New York Chicago Cincinnati Ill Louisville St Louis and Washington. It includes political notes on Congress Hay Pauncefote tariff reforms and public discourse on imperialism and labor leaders.
The Chronicle argues for treating the islands as US territories with full laws applying, not under a colonial commission. It contrasts with current rule and cites Alaska’s 30 years of colonial governance, highlighting a lack of local voice and self-government.
Kingston dispatch reports three Mosquito delegates negotiating with Britain for relief from Nicaraguan rule. They issued a signed letter denying Managua treaty faith and threatening fighting rather than accept Nicaraguan control. The piece links historic British protectorate clashes at Greytown and Bluefields to a possible renewed intervention if rebellion spreads.
The article reports Signor Marconi announcing successful wireless transmission from England to America, 1700 miles, without a wire. It calls the feat the most wonderful scientific discovery of modern times and notes its potential for general use while recalling earlier experiments by Henry and Morse.
Washington notes that Marconi’s success suggests a path to long distance wireless telegraphy. The article explains that electrical energy travels through the ether around wires, with the wire acting as a focal guiding core, and that wireless signals can cover over one hundred miles using sensitive receivers. It highlights the potential for scale to expand the range of wireless communication in the near future.
Critics argue the Washington furor over the Schley court of inquiry is political theater aimed at aiding Democrats. Public opinion favors Schley, and the findings would not alter sentiment. Calls to probe the Navy are viewed as a diversion, while the Anti-trust League faces scrutiny over Knox confirmation and balanced views on saloon regulation surface in related debates.
A group of British gentlemen dined with a man about to sail to America and claimed Americans do not speak English well. Yet when Uncle Sam has a message for J. Bull, he is clearly understood.
A Washington Post correspondent writes from Washington noting the standout feature among Congress members is Representative Oliver Hazard Perry Belmonts conspicuous shirt collar. Amid the busy scene of statesmen seekers and floral bustle the collar draws attention for its striking appearance.
The piece contrasts collars as symbols, noting the Spinola neckband, Belmont collar, and Allison look. It recalls Iowa Senator Leslie Shaw and hints at Beltmont’s renewed prominence if the presidential bid fades, leaving Belmont solo in glory.
A collage of humorous exchanges from 19th century papers. Jokes touch on death faith medicine and religion. A Chinaman and sects dialogue contrasts beliefs. A minister's long tenure provokes a wary churchgoer. A child dislikes church organ amid a monkey joke. A hobo cites whisky versus food when hungry and thirsty.
A compilation of editorials and remarks from Indiana papers. Highlights include attacks on Sul zer in oil-ring politics, Roosevelt’s stance on legislation and free trade, praise for Roosevelt’s Republican principles, and critiques of Evansville crime, Indianapolis bonds, Carnegie’s library gift, Kentucky politics, and calls for an international congress against anarchists with urgent action urged.
A compilation notes editorials from multiple papers reacting to Admiral Schley's naval court finding. It underscores public support for Schley, condemnation of the naval clique, calls to end the controversy, and accusations of political influence and biased judgments shaping the outcome.
The Rev William C Covert of Saginaw Mich preached at Second Presbyterian on The Widening World. He urged Christians to seize the era’s larger duties as nations and cultures interconnect, citing Gutenberg Columbus Luther and modern travel and telegraph. He warned against idle wealth and called for global evangelization and unity of church and world.
New York detectives seeking Lawrie Marks and several others tied to the Liverpool blast and Exchange fire. Passengers cite fire chief Thomas alleging an infernal machine timed for midnight on Dec 6. John Lee hints Irish-Americans may be involved, amid Fenian suspicions.
The work surveys American art from its beginnings to modern times, praising key artists like Copley, Trumbull, Peale, Allston, Gilbert Stuart, Vanderlyn and West. It covers landscape painters, sculpture, engraving, and the artist’s place in culture, critiquing contemporary trends and urging more serious, thoughtful practice. Published by L. C. Page & Co. Boston in the Art Lovers Series.
A review notes R G Twaites series on Western states towns offers partial but valuable local history. It highlights Marietta Cleveland Cincinnati Detroit Mackinac Indianapolis Vincennes Chicago Madison Minneapolis St Louis Kansas City Omaha Denver Santa Fe Spokane Portland Salt Lake City San Francisco Monterey Los Angeles plus missing towns like Athens Chillicothe Corydon New Harmony. Editors and writers are praised. Putnam’s Sons publishes the volume.
The piece reviews Robert W. Chambers The Cardigan series set in 1774 near Sir William Johnson with figures like Patrick Henry and Paul Revere, noting its slow pace and polished style, and calls it among stronger American historical fiction. It also covers Florence Hull Winterburn The Children’s Health a household oriented guide with general rules for raising capable children.
Two volumes review Lowell as a model New England figure. The biographer, a friend with literary eye, portrays Lowell as a multifaceted scholar and reformer united by a deep love for freedom and democracy. Cambridge and Harvard anchored his life though he served the United States abroad with American loyalty.
A Harper author pair presents Miss Florence Wilkinson ninth in a series, depicting Adirondack life and a mill families clash with loggers. Enoch Holmes, six foot tall and bookish, aims to preach but is cruel when loving, with Bible quotes that undermine his appeal. Strong scenes and dialogue amid uneven pacing.
A review lauds Mary E Wilkins for a ambitious novel about Ellen a lace factory worker who forfeits college for familial duty. It argues education is not essential to strong character and praises vivid characterizations and lifelike home life amid poverty. Harper Brothers publishes a timely, strong contemporary American life portrayal.
The Cavalier by Geo W Cable pleases sentimental readers especially those who idealize every agreeable person as a potential sweetheart. The cast are described as impressionable and focused on romance with eager expectations and fragile fantasies.
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