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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1902
Page
5
A 1902 Indianapolis Journal item offers a brisk editorial mix on President Roosevelt’s strenuous schedule as a speaker, the Senate’s delay on the Philippine bill, tariff debates, and Democratic strategies. It weighs trust rhetoric, postmaster general reforms, Virginia politics, and Chicago meatpacker disturbances.
The passage argues that violence weakens respect for the law and that concessions after injuries and deaths undermine the Packers and teamsters. It stresses preventing strikes rather than settling through force and calls for proactive efforts to avoid violence and lawlessness.
The piece argues Democratic leaders rushed party business to avoid pro silver uproar and Bryan rhetoric, claiming the 16 to 1 free coinage stance doomed the party since 1896. It contends gold output and South African war explain shifts, but warns real motive is avoiding silver. It questions whether voters should back such reckless leadership.
The platform calls for humane and nonpartisan management of penal and benevolent institutions, but historical actions show gerrymandered control by Democrats, patronage, and partisan boards. Governors Matthews and Hovey faced clashes over appointing power, with Republicans often backing nonpartisan reforms in later years.
The piece argues Indiana state institutions operate on nonpartisan, businesslike lines under Republican policy. It rebuts Democratic claims of partisan influence, noting appointments and contracts prioritize fitness and low bids. It cites past criticism of Lincoln era politics and endorses stricter enforcement against illegal bird plumage trade. It also urges street repair and practical city governance measures.
A collage of light comic exchanges and banter from various papers. Gags include Cholly and Cynicus debating extrava gance, Miss Dearthing and Mr. Squashly discussing life, a dog bite anecdote, a love confession joke, an actor’s Hamlet quip, and a cake courtesy with a wary guest. The items showcase newspaper humor and character dialogue.
Indiana editorial notes report the Ohio Pipeline Company surrendering leases and removing its pipes in Delaware County, a jolt to pro gas advocates. The piece quotes the Atlanta Constitution on Southern presidential hopes and questions Roosevelt’s stance on defending American soldiers in the Philippines, asserting soldiers are Americans first.
A collage of brief clipped opinions from various papers. Remarks defend Memorial day defenses of soldiers in the Philippines and critique opposing views. Mentions Roosevelt, backwoods preachers, and a Democratic stance on senatorial and war policy amid drought era corn talk.
Marion Indiana Chronicle reports Serena E Payne and Charles H M Grosvenor praise Maj George W Steele as a faithful and respected House member. They express deep personal and political loss at his renomination defeat, noting his common sense, judgment, and long service. Public figures say his absence will be felt across Congress.
Paris intrigue in the Humbert Crawford affair centers on Covington, Kentucky, with French detectives, M. Katin, and Frank Devenick traveling from Cincinnati to Paris. Four Crawford brothers lived in Covington in the 1880s. two later went to Paris. John Henry Matthew and Robert are named. Henry moved to Kansas City, others abroad. The Humberts accuse nephews of contesting the will and hindering a fortune.
Paris reports Lewis D Ourignac, brother of Mme Humbert linked to the Humbert Crawford lawsuit, has been arrested in Tunis after taking possession of the Humbert property near Zaghwan Tunis.
President Francis and Louisiana Purchase Exposition officials met the Rochambeau Lafayette party at Planters Hotel. They toured in an electric drawing room car to the Administration building, viewed progress, and then proceeded to luncheon and a Daughters of the American Revolution reception. The French pavilion site was chosen by M La Grave.
West Point June 5 The Military Academy board finished cadet examinations the corps will enter summer camp except graduating and furlough classes The board will rank cadets by merit It is expected William A Mitchell of Georgia will lead the graduating class with Ralston Hannum Bell all from Pennsylvania and Francis F Longley of Michigan close behind A sham battle entertained the board of visitors today
In Des Moines Iowa June 5 a federal grand jury found Letson Ralliett guilty of using the mails for fraudulent purposes in connection with an Oregon mining proposition. The verdict came as a general surprise.
New York June 5 David Warfield the comedian was operated on today for appendicitis. The operation was successful and the physicians are hopeful of the outcome.
Senate debates isthmian canal project with Mr Hanna advocating the Spooner amendment allowing the President to choose the Panama route if title to the Panama Canal Company can be obtained. He argues Panama’s 49 mile path offers faster, cheaper interocean passage for world commerce, amid seismic concerns and cost comparisons with Nicaragua. Mitchell supports Hepburn bill for Nicaragua route.
Washington June 5 The general debate on the anti-anarchy bill closed today with two speeches to follow tomorrow Mr Littlefield Maine to make the closing argument The day featured legal arguments by Sibley Pennsylvania DeArmond Missouri Williams Mississippi Wooten Texas and McDermott New Jersey
President Roosevelt opened the eleventh annual convention of the Association of Military Surgeons of the United States in Washington. He praised the dual call of soldiers and doctors, urged scientific advancement, and stressed the need for capable administration alongside medical skill. The session highlighted the Eric Sander prize and a paper on the Army Medical Department, with Colonel Valery Howard receiving the award.
A large May teachers license exam in Grant County, Indiana, uncovered a ring selling questions. Joseph Hall of Delphi sold items to J. H. Fickle and others from the Marion Normal College, with payments from 8 to 14 dollars per copy. Hall, 39, jailed on $500 bond, could face exam nullification.
State Superintendent Frank L. Jones spent the day in Marion investigating reports that county teachers license applicants possessed examination questions in advance. Joseph Hall admitted selling lists but would not reveal sources, with twenty to twenty five aware of the questions. Miss Chambers and others from Howard and Pleasant townships were noted as having prior knowledge. Hall was jailed for lack of bond. A decision on canceling the exam may follow.
The Bloomington High School class of twenty eight graduates was celebrated in University Hall with Prof. James K. Beck presenting diplomas. Officers are John Carlyle Bollenbacher president Mabel Reed secretary Nat A Hill Jr treasurer. The graduates include Susie Mena Moore Alice Briscoe Anna Louise Jr Samuel Moffett Reed and many others. The event featured various notable elements connected to the exercises.
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