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Newspaper

The Indianapolis Journal

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1903

Page

5

Indianapolis Journal subscription notices and editorial remarks

A fragmented OCR piece outlines subscription rates for the Indianapolis Journal by carrier and mail, lists where the paper can be obtained in major cities, and includes partisan editorial commentary on local politics, reformers, and inquiries into municipal corruption and press conduct. It cites various figures, places, and names in a period-voice critique.

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Hawaii Annexation Debate and Administrative Debate

The article critiques Mr. Herbert Welsh and anti-imperialism, noting public indifference to derogatory government comments and praising Judge Gresham’s handling of the Hawaiian question. It recounts Harrison’s treaty timeline, Cleveland’s withdrawal, Blount’s mission, and press and Senate opposition shaping annexation, emphasizing lack of judicial spirit in Cleveland’s Hawaii policy.

Herbert Welsh Springfield Ill Walter Q. Gresham Fairbanks Harrison Senate Cleveland Gresham Liliuokalani United States Islands United Tes Blount Hawaii United States Senate McKinley

Birthday of the Flag Celebrated Across Nation

The piece lauds Flag Day as a worthy observance started by a G A R department commander. It recounts historical flag changes from 1777 to 1818, notes Roosevelt’s Western tour reception, and mentions local papers praising the President. It also covers modern disputes from pole removals to coal strike conciliation and a Cleveland bass fishing remark.

Secretary of the Treasury United States Treasury Department New York Philadelphia Eee New England Union Vermont Kentucky Congress Indiana Roosevelt Salt Lake City the Tribune

Community condemns Logsdon over street contract dispute

Despite a conspiracy suit against Stahl and others, locals feel Logsdon was unfairly treated. Accusations of crooked awarding of street sprinkling and sweeping contracts followed by a detective bait trap are cited as part of a plan to persecute Logsdon.

Stahl Logsdon Logation

Logsdon cleared amid calls to end Sprinkling Probe

The article reports that officials have not damaged Mr Logsdons integrity and he stands better with the community now than before the investigation began. It notes those who charged him failed to make a case and calls for a speedy conclusion and full acquittal in the street sprinkling and sweeping charges.

Mr. Logsdon Stahl Logsdon

Edible fish restraint and civic virtue in sport and press

The author urges restraint in fishing to avoid waste and greed, linking self discipline to moral growth. He questions the ex presidential class and praises the South Bend Tribune as well-edited and Republican, then notes the bizarre Booth death hoax and mocks sensational press trends amid libel suits and reform chatter.

South Bend Tribune Tribune Indiana South Bend

The Humorists And Their Quips In A Chain Of Jokes

A collection of comic lines from various papers includes playful exchanges about flirtation, a doctor patient gag, a husband wife quip about time, a gas works foreman interview, a ship tale pun, and a New York Sun exchange on a new worker's specialty speaker.

Gas Works

Kern Boom In Indiana Politics Highlighted By Senator Davis

Indiana Senator Cyrus E Davis spoke at the Grand and voiced support for John W Kern as a strong Democratic presidential candidate saying he embodies honesty pluck and true democracy. He contrasted Kern with Bryan Cleveland and dismissed Miers as a potential national factor.

John W. Kern Cyrus E. Davis Bloomfield Indiana Davis Grand Tom Taggart Kern Middle West Democratic Party William J. Bryan United States Bryan Grover Cleveland Cleveland Miers Bloomington John W. Cravens Ene Pia Rosveanion

Political Strife and Conventions Shape Indiana District Outlook

The piece outlines rival Democratic platform stances between Kern and Miers, and notes opinions of Indiana figures on potential candidates for Congress. It recounts remarks by Senator Davis on Miers’s weaknesses, the Indiana reform board discussions, and comments by Republicans Freeman and others on Chaney and Davis, plus a tale about a 184-era rivers and harbors committee assignment.

Indiana Joseph G. Cannon James A. Hemenway Taylor Rivers and Harbors Committee Hemenway Rereenery Congress Penuenne Reed Rivers and Harbors Reeves Illinois Cannon Cmenway Harbors

Political chatter and hints at Indiana politics

The story notes actions committee maneuvers toward the chairmanship, mentions James W. Hale and guests at the Columbia Club, and reports flood damage in Jefferson county prompting calls for more seed distributions. It records the Democratic candidate chatter for mayor and Governor, and T Taggart’s cautious politics without naming a specific nominee.

M. C. Garber The Madison Courier Jefferson County Garber Joe Cravens Madison Contreamigan Latination Yagi Representaive Grimm Indianapolis T. Taggart the Grand Mr. Taggart Tme Eaert Taggart

Breakfast With Jesus Inner Circle Sermons Stir City

Rev H Lyon of Chicago preached at Edwin Ray Church last night on The Inner Circle urging quality over quantity in faith. He warned of man made conversions, urged daily work of faith, and noted a breakfast with Jesus as essential before starting the day. Beginning tonight Lyon begins a series on The Ten Commandments.

Mr. H. Lyon Chicago Edwin Ray Church Jesus Lord Christ Lyon The

Narrow Escape Of Two Men At Crossing

C ONeil of 122 Shelby street and Samuel Johnson narrowly escaped death yesterday afternoon when their Wasson delivery wagon was struck by a C H D passenger train at the crossing of the C H D Railroad and South Noble street. They jumped to safety as the engine crushed the wagon into wreckage. The horse was badly injured and later killed.

C. O'Neil Shelby Street Samuel Johnson South Noble Street Wasson

Man Climbs Flag Pole At Columbia Club

Yesterday around 4 pm a man climbed to the top of the iron flag staff atop the Columbia Club, attracting a crowd on Monument Place. His perilous perch drew concern for his safety as onlookers watched from below.

Daring Man Columbia Club Monument Place

Fire escape orders issued for 22 buildings in city

Chief McAbee of the bureau of factory inspection issued seventeen or ders on Tuesday for installing fire escapes on twenty two buildings. Inspector Spees reports lodging houses with no escape routes risking lives in fire. Districts on East Washington street and Indiana avenue show many rooms lacking exits.

McAbee Bureau of Factory Inspection Spees Walla East Washington Street Indiana Avenue

Dr. F T McWhirter Delivers Alumni Address at Grant University

At Grant University in Athens Tennessee Dr F T McWhirter of this city delivered the alumni anniversary address. The report says it was a very happy effort with a notable note from the audience reflecting praise for the speech.

Grant University Athens Tenn F. T. McWhirter Addrees Auariig

First Witnesses Heard in Moses F Chase Case at Fowler

Proceedings in the Moses Fowler Chase insanity case opened with Judge Rabb outlining two core issues. Dr Mavis of Fowler testified the boy is insane and experts described diminished will and reasoning, with notes and signed papers shown to the jury.

Moses F. Chase Fowler Dr. Mavis Boy Judge Rabb Indianapolis Journal Lafayette Ind Moses Fowler Chase Rabb Chase Dan Simms Frederick 8 Dr. Cook Haywood Duhmes South Street Cook E. C. Davidson Moses Davidson Neighbor Young Chase Everett Wits Frazier & Isham Mavitz Fower Tod Moses Pe Duhme William Haas Flint, Mich Parise

NO RAID ON BOARD OF TRADE IN CHICAGO

Prompt action by Board of Trade directors forestalled warrants for alleged pretended grain trades. Charges against several members and others were brought by victims of a raid, but bonds were arranged to avert the planned officer raid. President Chandler says the attack is revenge by bucket-shop men angry at the board’s price quotations.

L. P. Newby Knightstown Jeffersonville Indiana Reformatory Newby D. J. Terhune Linton Chicago

Booth’s Body Believed Buried in Greenmount Cemetery

Baltimore officials confirm Booth the Lincoln assassin lies in Greenmount Cemetery after exhumation in Washington. Mains were brought here and opened. recognized by relatives and others familiar with his life. The body rests in the Booth lot without a headstone or marker.

Baltimore Enid O. T John Wilkes Booth Lincoln David E. George Booth Greenmount Cemetery Washington

Jackson Nasty Dedication Ceremonies Attract Attendees

Jackson Miss June 3 reports a large attendance at dedication ceremonies with many participants. The event featured community leaders and local groups, highlighting civic pride and public involvement in the ceremony.

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