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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1902
Page
4
The Indianapolis Journal page notes subscription rates including daily Sunday and weekly editions, agent distribution, and mail terms. It lists post office practices, availability in local shops, and directs readers to renewals and funding for circulation. It also reports assorted national and foreign policy items and editorials on governance and finance.
The record shows 18M 1897 clerical spendings of 141,523.09 for clerk hire 10,000 for rent 1,344.51 for light and 9,910.0 for contingent expenses totaling 39,774.58. Over four years Captain Leighty spent 119,470.17 on clerk hire 37,993.23 on rent 0.4 on light and 4,457.52 on contingent expenses totaling 131,442. A reduction of 918,1211 is noted. A complete set of pensioner rolls was produced with no extra pay or staff. The predecessor paid nothing extra for this. The report praises efficiency and systematic organization of the clerks.
Washington dispatches report a distinct understanding between Germany and the United States on Germany’s aims toward Venezuela. Secretary Hay conveyed views to Berlin in a note, with further exchanges in Washington. Roosevelt’s Monroe doctrine is defined as a hemispheric peace guarantee and not hostile to Europe, while offenses by non-American powers may invite punishment short of territorial aggrandizement.
A historic account of an asphalt monopoly formed by consolidated companies, seeking control of supply and city contracts. The effort collapsed as Venezuelan battles, US Secretary Hay’s inquiry, and rising competition undermined the inflated trust. The piece notes that a $1.09 billion capitalization could not yield 5 percent on $30 billion in bonds and cites President steel’s warning.
The speaker notes that several trusts aimed at limiting output and fixing prices have failed, including an asphalt trust. He argues that true industrial combinations succeed only by cheapening production, but when interest on bonded liabilities exceeds earnings, cheapening cannot occur. This inconsistency, he says, will become clear with time.
Open letter from President Castro of Venezuela lauds liberal policy while freeing jailed journalists. The piece critiques Castro for revolution and intrigue, noting Venezuela’s fragile constitutional government and cross-border turmoil with Colombia. It questions the seriousness of Castro's reformer pose and depicts him as a revolutionary figure.
A Republican conference defends selecting fit candidates and warns against nominating anyone for mere personal gain. It endorses tariff readjustment to reflect modern conditions, cites Overstreet, and rebuts the Chicago Chronicle on Maclay’s Navy anecdotes with official actions.
The Chronicle reports concerns over an unpublished volume and potential falsehoods aimed at the public. The Washington Star notes Secretary Long ordered Maclay’s third volume barred from the Naval Academy unless harsh language about Admiral Schley is removed, with Long calling for accountability and insisting Schley is not a coward.
A collection of quips from The Humorists column across papers. Fosdick asks about Hammersmith and a man who charged Christmas gifts is cited. Other jests feature playful steals on aging, church plans, and a loud late night stumble by Mr. Rambo after Christmas drinking.
A brief item notes that Chinese customs favor settling debts on New Year’s Day, contrasting with American practices, and suggests Chinese do not observe Christmas the week prior. The piece reflects cultural contrasts in debt routines between the two groups.
The piece ridicules Democratic supporters pushing Schley and Miles for the 1940s presidency. It argues neither is fit by education or experience, compares them to Dewey missteps, warns such a campaign would threaten national institutions, and urges Schley to abandon the harebrained advisers and not pursue a run for national leadership.
Lippincott's Magazine describes the papal election process in the Pau line Chapel. Cardinals vote by secret ballot placed in a chalice, with three ballot presidents overseeing. Each cardinals’ name is written on the ballot and folded for secrecy until a two thirds majority yields a new pope.
In Philadelphia after Bourke Cockran’s Academy of Music speech A J Drexel-Biddle explains why a persuasive speaker like Cockran left Tammany Hall. He recalls Cockran asking Croker in Washington, “Where did he get it?” The remark sparked laughter and became famous, with Croker reputed to hate Cockran more than any other man.
The Panama route is favored for a ship canal with fewer obstacles than Nicaragua. Engineering studies show deep cuts, regulated Chagres river, favorable climate, and two artificial lakes enabling high traffic and reliable operation. The article argues Panama’s route offers 50 natural advantages and lower cost, with the United States urged to back the superior option.
The Boston Globe traces Henry C. Paynes early life in western Massachusetts, noting his Shelburne Falls upbringing, family ties to the Bowen postmaster family, first earnings in the local post office, and early work as a clerk before moving to Milwaukee and establishing his long residence there. It highlights a lifelong gratitude to his early teacher Miss Bowen and his father O P Payne, a famed six-horse stage driver.
Longtime residents recall Mr. Payne from his Shelburne Falls days to his rise as a prominent financier and politician. He began as an office boy in the local post office more than forty years ago, later serving as Milwaukee postmaster and gaining trust from colleagues who recall his bond support of a county treasurer.
The Boston Pilot misstates the line of presidential succession and The Post corrects that the speaker of the House never stood next to the vice president. It explains the law placed secretary of state and cabinet officers in succession and notes the president pro tempore remains far removed from popular election.
Kansas City Journal reports on Admiral Sampson's wife stating his mind is exhausted and he struggles to understand letters. The piece criticizes relentless attacks that damaged a once-honorable career, noting his promotion was not his fault and praising his prior service. It counsels sympathy for the ailing admiral and condemns public cruelty.
The New York Tribune recalls Governor Shaw of Iowa facing a crowded audience in last year’s campaign. Populists pressed with frequent questions, including a half drunken heckler. Shaw answered calmly, calling for order as a persistent questioner interrupted. The exchange culminated when Shaw quipped that he had pardoned worse fellows and would not draw the line there.
The Philadelphia Record notes hopeful signs of an end to business depression in Germany and Great Britain. Restored prosperity in these key buyers could boost demand for American exports, with Britain as the largest purchaser. Ongoing conflicts in South Africa and alliances abroad pose questions, yet no derailment of recovery is evident.
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