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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1903
Page
5
The Daily Journal lists subscription terms for carriers in Indianapolis and suburbs, with rates for daily and Sunday copies, weekly and yearly plans, and reduced rates for clubs and agents. It shows prices for mail prepaid and periodical editions, reflecting early 20th century newspaper pricing practices.
A batch of scanned Indianapolis Journal clippings covers postal notices, distribution of militia funds, and diverse items. It mentions Indiana’s militia equipment allocation, political commentary on Roosevelt and Miles, capital crimes in Indiana, Servia royalty events, and a Bishop Turner quote on race in America.
The passage warns that deliberate sustained injustice against Black citizens in the South degrades whites too. It argues the growing disfranchisement will become a societal menace, and the central issue is how whites can escape the resulting moral and social strain.
The writer argues that thrones stained by blood exist across European dynasties and that only democratic leadership rests on voluntary public support. The Pope’s remark is seen as a critique of divine right, while rulers rely on force, fear, and guns to maintain power, making the presidential chair the only truly worthy throne.
In a Chicago dispatch John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers suggests prosperity does not alone drive strikes. He notes more strikes now than in the past, links labor disputes to rising demand and higher wages, and argues that as prices and production costs ease, strikes will lessen. He cites 1893 97 as lean years with fewer disruptions.
The Harrison monument effort remains active though quiet and under discussion. Local interest remains high as the commission is expected to proceed with careful, well considered steps, reflecting the community’s desire for a measured, prudent project.
A city commission weighs a $40,000 memorial choosing between a heroic statue in bronze or a stone shaft with an emblem. Costs and material choices, Indiana stone versus other stone, and location influence the final design while experts and artists urge a broader, less provincial approach.
A Journal reader recalls Goodyear moving a Marquette mansion piece by piece toward a Boston suburb. The piece contrasts wealth with narrow attitudes, notes the News garbling the original paragraph, and mentions public curiosities about an Indiana glass plant and a Harrison statue. It ends with a wry note on Democratic defenses and public expectations.
A jumble of quips and sketches from various papers shows humor about clergymen, hats, gas bills, and society scenes. An exchange on love and propriety closes with a boarder asking for a hymn, while a victim begs about his wife after a street accident.
In a New York Times excerpt, a group staying at a common lodging share sorrow and humor as hymns reference feeding and dining. The dialogue hints at a spring wedding month with questions about timing and readiness, capturing a moment of communal emotion.
The Journal reports Bryan will not attend the Woodman convention in Indianapolis amid Democratic frostiness. Indiana leaders kept quiet on Bryan's plans, while Hanly's candidacy for governor remains undecided. Senator Wood notes Hanly has not chosen, with local figures pondering future moves as other politicians attend events and legal cases unfold.
In Terre Haute political talk wanes amid news of the Terre Haute Express changing ownership and political alignment. Figures like Mr. Filbeck discuss party welfare, while Ed N. Hill plans a Europe trip. L. W. Otto opens headquarters for a Modern Woodmen bid and Senator Fairbanks heads to Ohio Wesleyan.
Bishop Turner of Atlanta presided at Bethel AME Church for the thirtieth anniversary of Bishop Abraham Grant. A program featured choral music, a poem, and speakers including J I Lowe A J Carey A J Burton H T Johnson and Bishop Turner. Gifts from churches and districts were presented. a banquet followed. Turner will speak again tonight on Booker T. Washington ideas.
James Nelson Kitley a prominent Marion county farmer died at his home one mile east of Cumberland yesterday afternoon at 2 o clock after several weeks illness. He is survived by a wife and three children. Funeral services will be held from the late residence this afternoon and burial will be in the family cemetery on the farm.
William M Manning of 8 Greer street died yesterday at 1 45 pm. He was a member of Hiawatha Tribe No 7 1 0 BR M. The lodge will attend the funeral in a body Monday at 1 pm.
Fire crews responded yesterday to 4015 Charles Street where a blaze in Henry Hess's home caused $1,300 damage and will be a total loss due to lack of insurance. Several sheds on neighboring property, owned by Dr. Prentiss, were ignited as well, causing about $100 in damage.
Mr Meredith Nicholson received a Master of Arts at Butler College and delivered “The Future of Poetry” at Athenaeum Hall. He argued against a single national genius in American verse and praised James Whitcomb Riley as a key American poet shaping a distinct homeland literature. The talk stressed democracy’s role in sustaining poetry and cultural life.
The convention elected E W Donham as president after a speech of acceptance. Louis Ochs of New Orleans became first vice president, with other officers including Le Beaume as secretary treasurer and multiple vice presidents and directors named from several states. A drawing contest at the German House raised funds, Morris Reutlinger winning a diamond ring and A J Miller winning a dinner set.
The Travelers' Protective Association convention faced disruption over constitution amendments adopted by the national committee. Nebraska delegates clashed with Illinois delegates Irwin and Burrows, leading to a tense floor moment as Hodgins pressed for a motion and the chair sought to maintain order. Nebraskan delegates ultimately opposed adopting the amendments as a whole.
Five hundred persons took part in the annual Travelers' Protective Association parade led by the Indianapolis Military Band. About two hundred forty delegates marched with fifty carriages carrying women guests, followed by national and state officers and the Indiana Post B. The march covered eight blocks, ending at the German House where delegates dispersed for sessions.
The fourteenth annual Travelers' Protective Association of America convention ended in Indianapolis with a large gala at the German House. About 500 attended the final dress affair, and many delegates will depart by train or join trips to Niagara Falls, with special cars chartered for the journey. The entertainment included a popular vaudeville program featuring Russell Issell Powell,arry Mur burger, Mrs L. J. Hupp, Arnold and Moran, Miss May Melbane, Miss Jessie May Payne, Harry Porter, Ralph E. Porter, Fremont Frey, and Willsey and Gruelle, while expenses totaled around 35,000.
Eudorus M. Johnson, controller under Thomas Taggart, claims city offices routinely transfer workers to maximize limited staff. He defends deputy payments drawn from street funds as common, not a charter violation, countering Indianapolis News charges about W. C. Sheets. City Clerk responds by dismissing the allegations as baseless and politically motivated.
Visitors from Mexico, G Casasa of Monterey and BE Driessel of Vera Cruz, noted as wealthy planters, stay at the English hotel while en route to New York for a pleasure trip. Casasa speaks no English, accompanied by a German companion skilled in German, and they plan a brief local sightsee in Indianapolis.
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