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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1903
Page
8
A sprawling compilation summarizes subscription rates and distribution points for the Indianapolis Journal, plus later items touch on Carnegie, political figures, colonial Africa, and various national and international notes. The column references editorials and library debates, with glimpses of telephony growth in Indiana and libel rulings involving Marie Corelli.
The piece argues Emer Som was no liar or propagandist, but a philosopher who examined truth from multiple angles. He did not seek followers or insist on final views, yet urged open-minded reading of world treasures for each to take what fits. A philosopher may change views daily, not an evangelist.
The long negotiation in Manila ends with 46 000 acres bought for 7 250 000 dollars. The friars cede land and inclosures to church authorities while tenants gain easy payment terms to buy the farms. Taft and Archbishop Guidi led talks, praised as a diplomatic victory and a step toward Philippine stability.
A discussion of near escapes to the United States by notable French figures. Ney, believed shot for treason in 1815, allegedly escaped to live under a false name in North Carolina. Eleazar Williams and the lost dauphin tale are noted, with other exiles like Louis Philippe visiting America and admiring the U.S. Constitution.
The article reviews Gourgaud's memoirs of Napole on’s talks at St Helena and Paris, noting Napoleon’s June 1815 plan to abdicate and go to America with Gourgaud. It recalls passport delays, Rochefort escape attempts, and the eventual transfer to St Helena, plus reflections on what life in the U S might have been like. It also includes a literary note about a Indianapolis reader who gifts his books to others.
The article argues for reclassifying inmates in public almshouses by age and condition, moving from single large buildings to cottage homes. It notes that separating residents by groups and housing them under different roofs can lessen humiliation and improve comfort for elderly, refined residents who have known better living standards.
The article notes humane approaches to caring for dependents, including nearby cottages for couples or women in Southern cities like Savannah. It cites Santa Claus season encouraging bundles in streets, and reports Andrew D. Barlow resigning as U S consul general in Mexico City amid expulsion threats.
A long article notes unusually dark days in Indianapolis due to smoke from industry and homes as gas era fades. It contrasts cleaner times with coal smoke nuisance, jokes about breaching promises with Little Lord Fauntleroy, and mentions a mosquito case, safes, a Tillman illicit still, a Chicago hearse strike, and quirky Christmas tidbits including a Vanderbilt gift and a single $10,000 bill.
A report notes the Lama's wish to be left in peace while a display of his glory proceeds, highlighting his preference for quiet dignity over public attention.
A collection of quips and snippets features jokes about monstrosities and church prizes. Dialogue includes remarks on manners and gossip from Theodore, Theodosia, Miss Golightly, and a playful portrait critique. A playful critique of fashion at a church sermon concludes the page.
A column gathers varied notes on society and public life including the wife of Winchester’s bishop voicing her stance on bazaars, Gladstone’s unwavering faith, comparisons of higher education endowments, ancient Egyptian toys, John Spreckels Jr’s career start, cocaine use among Southern African Americans, Yale student Louis De Mores, Lipton's American silver service, and changes in appearances of several U.S. congressmen after shaving.
A Brooklyn Eagle excerpt tells two small tales of quarrel and art. A couple argues while a young art student toils in the Corcoran Gallery. A well dressed visitor asks about a two month effort, seeking a $150 sale, amid holiday scarcity.
A Washington Post clipping recalls a buyer identified as Mrs John W Mackay paying 150 for a picture as a sign of her intent The piece also relays a humorous exchange about home repairs and a tale from New York World about Senator Platt and a streetcar conversation A separate note cites Holman Hunt and Tennysons Lady of Shalott and a Polkville Arkansas tavern tale from the Smart Set about a drummer who died and a large traveling wedding party
A mother and grandmother discuss a kindergarten scare involving a knife incident and a misheard death remark. A teacher warns children not to say death aloud, while a young pupil questions who to love most, using childlike speech about God and family. The tone preserves a moral inquiry into loss and faith through children.
Carolus Duran begins portraits of the Countess of Castellane and her children. The Hewer bronze statue by George Green Barnard will stand in Cairo Illinois. Exhibitions include Iiogo Matsumoto prints at Columbia University and Frank Du Mond works at Pratt Institute. The Nineteenth Century Club of Memphis displays Copley prints and Newcomb pottery. London fans fetch high sums. Pennsylvania Museum now offers pottery making. Western Artists’ Exhibition opens Dec 29 at the Chicago Art Institute. Boston shows Mrs. E Cadwallader Guild busts and a Lincoln statuette. Belgian painter Joseph Stallaert dies at 78 in Brussels. Paris frescoes at St Germain l Auxerrois slated for restoration with Paul Brandoin chosen. Christie's in London sells Sir W Williams collection with Hobbema, Breen, Terburg, Oyembrande works and others.
A giant seated Hazen Pingree statue by Rudolph Schwarz will stand in Detroit, showing the Michigan governor bareheaded with one hand on his knee. A fifty foot Vulcan figure by C Moéretti will symbolize Birmingham at the St Louis exposition, cast in Birmingham and grasping a hammer and arrow head.
The excerpt preserves Dickensian warmth and holiday scenes with scenes of family gatherings, cheerful exchanges, and festive imagery. It highlights Christmas as a time of hospitality, charity, and communal joy, invoking Mr Pickwick, Toby Veck, and the shared human warmth of a merry season.
A collage of quoted witticisms and observations on life work and journalism drawn from various essays. The snippets cover happiness present tense ambition fashion and the foibles of society as seen through playful or pointed remarks by authors and speakers.
A Chicago Chronicle remark says the main purpose of good government groups is to reform politicians and bad actors, but the real goal is a citizen body. If all citizens fulfill their duties, there will be no need for such associations.
The Croker linked appeal to William Jennings Bryan to again seek the presidency appears driven by Col. Bryan to tire him while still young. The note comes from the St Louis Globe Democrat.
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