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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1903
Page
5
A June 9 1903 page outlines subscription terms and mailing practices for The Indianapolis Journal and lists distribution points in major cities. It includes political commentary on reformers liquor interests and labor unions, with notes on court actions and historical references.
The text explains that a corrupt act requires corrupt intent and cannot be justified by honest motives. It argues Logsdon would be branded a corruptionist whether he accepted money or not, and warns that ignorance or good motives do not excuse criminal acts. It emphasizes that law presumes corrupt intent in a violation.
A Washington correspondent notes President Roosevelt told Postmaster General Payne to go to the bottom of every charge. The comparison recalls General Grant's whisky ring crackdown, where over 34 million in frauds spanned two years and involved dozens of gaugers and storekeepers. Officials cited were not Roosevelt appointees, but had served under prior administrations. The move signals renewed seriousness and fearlessness in pursuing public duty.
The piece argues for a moderation in prices across industries, noting high costs depress demand and trigger a cycle of reduced wages and production. It calls for a fair profit margin for workers, farmers, manufacturers, and distributors while warning against speculators and price grabbing that disrupts supply and harms consumption.
The Journal notes a public, prompt move after discovery of tangled city clerk records. A top State accountant leads a thorough review, amid ongoing scrutiny of sprinkling contract practices by the Board of Public Works.
Members of the board pressed the City Council to investigate and authorities now pursue it openly. Investigators have summoned witnesses, assembled collateral facts, and brought the case before the courts to expose the officials’ conduct. The shift from quiet disclosure to public scrutiny is praised as the better approach.
The article traces rapid rail and interurban expansion from 35,905 miles of steam railroad nationally to 196,886, with Indiana growing from 2,196 to 6,500 miles plus nearly 500 miles of interurban lines, noting the shift from horse-drawn freight to electric traction and new double-track lines toward Cincinnati. It highlights the Indianapolis to Cincinnati traction project, the Big Four era, and the public demand driving ongoing improvements. It also discusses presidential succession talk, urging respect for the vice presidency and cautioning against belittling the office.
Reports from the Philippines state the new currency law operates satisfactorily as the archipelago adopts a gold standard, using the silver peso as a token coin with an arbitrary exchange value. The International Monetary Commission seeks a shared ratio, while China and Mexico may must rely on gold reserves to redeem silver. The piece also criticizes Prussia’s expulsion of Mormon missionaries as a step toward medieval persecution, noting German states pursue military and population aims more than religious concerns.
A fragment from a Chicago Tribune piece about social humorists features a pink shirtwaisted girl in the grandstand applauding a notable pickup, with dialogue sketched around knowing someone well enough to converse. The excerpt hints at playful banter and observant spectator commentary.
A selection of snippets shows banter on reporters and weather forecasts, with harsh barbs about talkative spouses and charity beneficiaries. A poem hints at weather dangers and the need for an overcoat, all amid a chorus of newspaper quips and social bite.
Walter Brown of Elkhart will not seek re election as Republican State committeeman from the Thirteenth district. Frank W. Ross emerges as the probable successor, with Attorney General Charles W. Miller backing him. Beveridge vice presidential talk gains steam as Goodwine fends off speculation for lieutenant governor.
A speech to the T P A convention in Indianapolis extols traveling salesmen as drivers of enterprise. It praises their role in spreading commercial spirit, relays a joke about a wooden leg visitor, and pledges a successful, profitable gathering with hope for future visits.
Mayor Bookwalter speaks for Indianapolis at a Travelers' Protective Association welcome, noting his two years of experience taking orders from 200000 people and declaring Governor Durbin's welcome sufficient, expressing hospitality without extra formalities. The remarks emphasize city pride and regional ties to the state.
Senator Beveridge lauds traveling men as educators and mobilizers of public opinion. He urges increasing Travelers’ Protective Association dues and recruitment, calling for expanded membership to support commerce and national leadership. Col. Harwood adds a brief reply as music by Mrs. Leo Riggs and the Indianapolis Military Band accompany the event.
National President Peak and 1,000 delegates from Missouri Illinois Nebraska and Texas arrived in Indianapolis at 7 39 this morning from St Louis. They traveled in two special trains over the Big Four after a delay caused by floods in St Louis and Illinois. The group planned to participate in a reception at the German House yesterday.
Nearly 1,200 delegates assemble at the German House as the Travelers' Protective Association opens sessions. Indiana and Missouri lead state delegations with about 1,500 and 600 from St Louis posts. Thirty two states represented, election of president set for Thursday with Thomas, McCool, and Ochs as announced candidates. Louis Ochs favored by Texas delegates. Durbin and Cox associates noted among prominent members.
The article discusses a potential substitute for J G Thomas as presidential candidate if Mr Jarr joins the field, noting a prior candidacy from Loulatana and suggesting broader state support could result. It details convention plans, dues, indemnity funds, and a major Indianapolis hosted gathering by the Travelers’ Protective Association with notable local leaders and a costs estimate around 5000 dollars.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Muncie Indiana reports the local Post R T P A plans a gala visit to the national convention next Wednesday. Visitors will travel in three cars with a club escort and will tour Ball Brothers fruit jar factory and the Muncie wheel works after a noon dinner at Petty's Auditorium. Charles Emmerson chairs the executive committee. James G. Thomas, president of the T P A, is a candidate for national president.
Adjutant General Ward reports a telegram from Kentucky asking which Indiana units will attend maneuvers near Louisville. Indiana guard has received about 100000 dollars of the 2000000 appropriation for national guard benefits, with 11862.72 credited to Indiana National Guard.
The first warm night in two weeks drew a large audience to the Military Band concert at Fair Bank last evening. The park was decorated for the national convention of the T P A and many traveling men attended. Eugene Wack, cornet soloist, was encored several times as selections from Robin Hood Dolly Varden and other comic operas pleased the crowd. The William Tell overture was among the best numbers of the program.
The School Board awarded the main construction to W. P. Jungeelaus & Co. for 73900 dollars. J A Schumacher bid 71941 but error in payment terms cost him. George W. Kiser won heating at 8535 dollars. Hays Bros. bid 7030 but failed due to an incorrect certified check. Plumbing went to W. Kiser. Shops to be completed by Oct 1 and classrooms by fan. 1.
Prof Homer L Cook succeeded W F Landes yesterday as county superintendent. He treated friends to apples and cigars during the day. Cook has years of teaching experience and practical understanding, with study at Chicago University and Butler over four summers and two years.
Mrs. Charles E. Coffin of 154 Broadway and her two children narrowly escaped death yesterday when a horse drawing their carriage ran away on North Meridian Street. The rig struck a tree and occupants were thrown onto the street, but all survived uninjured. The horse was badly hurt and the carriage demolished.
The Northeast ern Improvement Association will reschedule the lanterns feast and band concert planned for Thursday evening, June 4, at Spades’s Park due to rain. Reach the park via Tenth Street car to Woodruff Place then two blocks north, or Brightwood car to Hillside Avenue then two blocks south. Admission is free.
G W Whittinger of 3 West Court street reports his daughter Hattie left home early yesterday after an argument and has not been seen since. Police have been alerted and are making efforts to locate her.
Captain Harry Franklin of the engineer's department returned from Goshun and joins a new company of the tadane National Women’s team. The captain is M W, and Charles Urquhart is the first lieutenant.
United States District Judge Anderson departed for Fort Wayne with the United States marshal, a chief deputy, and clerks for a short term court session.
The Columbia Club announces the roof garden opening next Friday night with an orchestra and other forms of entertainment scheduled.
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