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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1902
Page
4
The Daily Journal announces subscription rates including daily and Sunday editions, terms for clubs, and mailing details for Indianapolis and suburbs. It notes agent networks and a policy on manuscript submissions, plus classification as second class matter.
The Indianapolis Journal announces tomorrow a serial detective story The Opposite by Elizabeth Kent. It promises appeal to fiction readers with a stereotyped plot set in a New York apartment and notes European powers may trap Roosevelt. It also comments on politics, railroads, and law, framing current events and figures of the era.
Labor groups favored the mainland tunnel project costing 40 million for labor but opposed the franchise unless eight hours a day were demanded in construction. They joined Tamany in opposition and now threaten to blacklist aldermen who voted for the franchise, while protesting blacklisting of union workers in other cases.
The narrative recounts Mary bearing her first son in a manger due to no room at the inn. Shepherds keep watch at night when an angel appears announcing good news for all people. A heavenly chorus praises God and proclaims peace on earth through the Savior Christ the Lord.
A summary of efforts since 1888 to establish pan American arbitration treaties. It covers the 1888 conference invited by President Harrison, delegates including John B. Henderson and Andrew Carnegie, and the treaty discussions that followed. Presidents Harrison and Cleveland urged ratification, but Senate inaction halted the treaties, while the cause of arbitration persisted and shaped diplomacy.
The piece traces how early Christianity used power for influence and war, then contrasts harsh sectarian cruelty with the modern Christmas spirit. It highlights the shift from vengeance to goodwill toward all people, urging a universal, uplifting message of joy and hope across the Christian world.
A theatrical incident recounts a boa brought to the theater that night provoking disapproval from dear Billy who later sends the boa to Usek at a store. The piece blends quips from New York Evening World Philadelphia Press and New York Sun about friendships, a Quebec fortune disaster, and Wagner creating a new school of music after noting noisy chaos from a cook's dismissal.
Washington dispatch reports Britain and Germany have proposed arbitration terms for the Venezuelan dispute. The proposals allow either acceptance or rejection by President Roosevelt, who aims to act swiftly to avoid incidents on the blockade line. Secretary Hay and the President weighed the restrictions and potential outcomes, with no public verdict as yet. The Navy notes no protest from Commander Diehl regarding the Caracas incident, and officials trust his handling of the blockade.
Hartford Courant notes prior warnings from The London Spectator on arming natives while acknowledging their proven value. About 500 native scouts and 6,000 constables perform effectively under American command, with Secretary Root endorsing continued Philippine scouts to reduce U.S. troop needs and improve local control. The piece highlights tribal Indian and black soldiers’ strong records, suggesting brown troops could excel under American leadership.
The piece cites the fourteenth amendment’s representation rule and questions Southern states voting rights for black citizens, suggesting constitutional amendments if blacks are denied suffrage. It notes Manila’s electric railway and power franchise from the Philippine commission and cites Manila’s population mix. It mentions General Matos, a rival Venezuelan figure, and broader Latin American political issues, plus Marion County’s 1900 census population of 197,227.
The Boston Journal argues that British and German actions against Venezuelan targets have damaged Latin American sentiment toward Europe. It cites Caracas dispatches, notes European naval overreach, and commends U.S. restraint while predicting Washington's intervention could boost U.S. prestige across the Western Hemisphere.
Berlin reports Germany prefers Roosevelt arbitration over The Hague, arguing faster resolution and U.S. advantage. A German Siberia engineer will aid Commodore Schecter on technical blockade questions. Rome notes Italy would accept Roosevelt arbitration and, failing that, The Hague tribunal.
Victor Smith reports from New York that on Saturday around 3 30 P M the Chesebrough building at 17 State Street became a perch for reading aerograms from Coney Island and Fort Wadsworth despite heavy weather. The storm obscured harbor views but did not slow the wireless system which allegedly operates more efficiently with blowing snow or rain.
Rebels strengthened by smugglers and lack of a navy plan to march on Caracas from three routes. Leaders Ramos Guevarao Urbaneta Penaloza command 7,500 troops converging via Galaterez Crespo Torez and Alta Gracia as armament arrives near Tucacus. Government holds Barquisimento and Caracas garrisons but most fighters have withdrawn.
A Washington Post quip notes Johnny defending his little brother with humor and a line about Lives of baseball clubs. It connects to spring hopes for pennant winners after a fall defeat, reflecting lighthearted editorial tone.
Rev. F. J. Van Horn of Worcester denounces coal and wood merchants for profiteering amid public need. He says their focus is on warmth in this world rather than keeping coal in the next, portraying practical Christianity as opposed to extortion.
In Chicago Evening Post style dialogue Mrs Wiley Gigh and a doctor discuss giving medicine every two hours for insomnia. The scene shifts to Mrs Wiley Gigh trying on a $30 chiffon bow and debating whether to keep it, with Billy nearby. The snippet hints at fashion and domestic concerns.
Nebraska State Journal notes the Goebel murder as Democratic political capital in Kentucky and contemplates retrying the accused, suggesting political maneuvering rather than letting the case fade.
Caracas reports steady quiet as Red D line steamer Caracas sails toward Laguayra and Merida departs Willemstad to Maracaibo to test the blockade. Signs point to tensions over shelling of Forts Buerto Cabello and potential demonstrations against envoys. Lopez Baralt says Britain may not be headed for war. Venezuela seeks arbitration under U S mediation. Dutch Prins Willem I arrives offshore Laguayra from New York.
Sinenatian, owing to blockai squadron troubles and agent refusal to pay port charges, left without communicating to shore. At 71 o'clock this evening the British cruiser Tribune captured a schooner and a sloop outside this port.
In The Hague, M. Van Kol, minister of colonies, stated in the Second Chamber that reports claiming the Dutch government planned to sell the island of Curacao to Germany or any other power are unfounded and without basis.
Special labor commissioner T Thomas Fortune suggests importing African American workers to Hawaii as a solution to labor shortages in tropical industries. He says planters could obtain large numbers quickly, while opponents including local unions resist. The issue mirrors Washington debates over Chinese labor limits and awaits the commission report.
S. S. Dickinson, special agent for the Commercial Pacific Cable Company, returned from Manila with cable landing sites selected at Midway Island Guam and Manila He surveyed a route around Noro Deep a reported oceanic chasm between Guam and Midway noting a depth of 4500 fathoms and deeming it impracticable to lay a cable over it
Mexico City December 4. General Bernardino Reyes resigns after long service as minister of war since 1900. He improved a reservist army, earned wide praise, and may become governor of Nuevo Leon with Monterey as its capital. Francisco Mena likely to succeed? cabinet changes follow.
Victoria dispatches relay news that Pelly River Indians attacked Little Salmon Indians while they prepared to sell furs. Multiple deaths reported, including a storekeeper. Survivors fled to safety as women and children were moved to Tantalus police post. Store incident details remain unclear with unconfirmed reports.
A Louisville Courier Journal report states an Eastern syndicate has gained control of nearly all coal mines in Kentucky except those of the St Bernard Coal Company. The total price cited is 5 million plus. Key figures include W J Hendrick and H P Malloy with New York ties. J Pierpont Morgan reportedly not a member.
Wireless messages in Italian from Signor Marconi to Italian officials were received at Paidhu Cornwall by operators lacking Italian language skills. The incident is seen as a test of the accuracy of long distance space signal transmission and Marconi is mentioned in connection with the transmission.
Dr. Hubbard Smith of Vincennes seeks an option on Main Street property offered at roughly 6600 dollars for the future federal building site. The proposal aims to secure ownership of a suitable parcel, with plans tied to government construction. Local officials weigh the transaction and potential impact on surrounding businesses.
Washington dispatch reports a gift to Senator Fairbanks a photo of Walter Q. Gresham with a note from O O Stealey praising the late jurist The piece notes Stealey bought the portrait from John Chamberlains auction a long time ago and Fairbanks expresses gratitude Senatorial work includes the Ray bankruptcy bill committee actions and a box party at the Sothern for Mrs Belknap and guests including Fairbanks Foster Dalzell Joy and Steele spouses
Washington December 4. Leaves of absence granted to Captain R L Hirst Twelfth Infantry one month Second Lieutenant H E Clearman Philippine Scouts one month extension First Lieutenant Duncan Elliott Eighth Cavalry one month extension Major William H Baldwin commissary twenty four days extension Second Lieutenant William N Campbell Fifteenth Infantry two months extension Captain Edgar W Howe Twenty second Infantry ordered to examination for promotion Assistant surgeons detached to Philippine islands Milton E Lando from Angel Island Cal and Charles Y Brownlee from Benicia barracks California Captain Herbert N Royden Twenty sixth Infantry ordered before the army retiring board at Omaha Neb for examination Contract Surgeon Jas K Brock at Greensboro NC assigned to Fort Delaware Del
President Roosevelt and family will spend Christmas at the White House without a tree. Morning gifts in the library, lunch at Captain Cowles's, afternoon riding, and dinner in the state dining room with guests including Senator Lodge and Mrs Lodge. Turkeys will be given to White House employees. Mrs Roosevelt to receive a gas purse from Cabinet women bearing engraved inscriptions.
Director Mere dith of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing has delivered the first proof to the Postoffice Department for the new 5 cent stamp. It features Hkeneas of Thomas Jefferson with elaborate decorations and a distinctive color. The stamp will not be ready for issue for several months.
Washington December 4 The Navy Department named Rear Admiral Phillip H Cooper to command the southern division of the Asiatic station succeeding Rear Admiral Wildes who was detached for illness He will depart for the post in January and with Evans's pending departure Cooper is slated to become senior officer of the entire Asiatic fleet Deputy Attorney General Snyder’s sentence for Arkansas robbery was commuted by the President.
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