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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1903
Page
5
The Daily Journal from June 17, 1903 outlines subscription prices by carrier mail and club rates, details advertising and article submission rules, and lists newspaper distribution points in Indianapolis and major cities including New York Chicago Cincinnati St. Louis Washington Dayton Columbus. It provides pricing, postage notes, and agent rates.
A compilation of brief newspaper items notes vacation advertising for the Journal, fraternal orders remaining nonpartisan but political, and a Washington wire claiming Roosevelt and Mor d have reconciled. It praises Woodmen camps for aiding Mood sufferers, lauds Roosevelt's Jewish remarks, critiques Chicago labor turmoil, and recalls police action in a Monday incident. It also mentions auto safety prejudice, Indiana coal outlook, and Manchuria talk supporting open trade with Russia.
The speaker argues Russia needs a year round Pacific port with unfettered access, and that control of Manchuria is vital. He states U S interests are strictly commercial, distinct from England and Japan’s political aims.
A council draft ordinance restricting automobile related buildings within specified blocks faces objections. The author argues property owners may use their land for any legitimate business without neighbor consent, except nuisances. Restricting business districts risks fenceing in growth and setting precedent for broader prohibitions.
The National Association of Manufacturers under Mr Parry backs a mutual strike insurance company to cover losses from labor disputes. Policyholders gain protection from strike losses and workers injury while insurers may influence company policy, shifting business practices toward a practical model rather than charity.
The author argues workers would target the insurer rather than the employer, reducing revengeful acts in strikes. A bonding and insurance framework could deter assaults on nonunion workers and deter embezzlement, while not hindering wage talks or conciliation. The piece notes that strike benefits remain the core strength of labor unions and suggests employers adopt similar loss reimbursement to level the field.
The Journal urges a complete airing of charges in the sprinking contracts, criticizing political bias in coverage. It notes the News group’s detective efforts helped public sentiment yet calls for the inquiry to finish with patient truth finding, despite Noel’s failures as prosecutor.
The piece discusses political charges, the need for a full investigation honoring Commissioner Logsdon, and praises Mitchell’s leadership in averting a miners strike. It also notes Roosevelt’s Baltimore speech honoring German music, critiqued college behavior, profiles Augustus Willson, and comments on Indianapolis building efforts and a derisive quip about a man named Diverbliss.
A collection of quips from Chicago Tribune Atlanta Constitution Chicago Record-Herald and Philadelphia Press features jokes about wives, pennies, speeches, and honor. The verses lampoon social habits, marriage quarrels, parenting, betting, and the fate of streets paved with concrete.
A Nebraska figure nicknamed Mr Bryan plans a simple Fourth of July at his Fairview home near Lincoln. The Fairview Jefferson Club will host an old fashioned celebration with Mayor Tom L Johnson, Col Richard Wynne, and Dr Howard Taylor expected to speak. Hagenow’s Band and a Commoner office choir will provide music and patriotic singing.
The text narrates Democratic and Republican maneuvering in Indiana with figures such as Bryan, Beveridge, Roosevelt, and Durbin highlighted. It notes calls for reorganizers and party guidance, mentions county harmony, and hints at upcoming state committee shifts and potential chairmanship, amid reflections on national party strategy and local endorsements. It references Tom Johnson, Governor Durbin, Cromer, Forkner, and other political actors shaping a tense pre election landscape.
At the Columbia Club in Indianapolis, Republican figures including Elwood attorney C. M. Greenlee discuss potential bids for judge and congress. New state HQ in the Stevenson building attracts more visitors. interest grows as interurban plans near fruition in Fayette County.
Jackson Ky June 16 arson cases dismissed with no indictments and speculation grows that murder indictments against Curtis Jett and Thomas White may follow. Breathitt county faces tension as jurors and witnesses tilt toward alibis, while Ewen’s lodge and hotel arson sparks talk of further repercussions and political maneuvering.
A corporation, discussing its finances, indicates plans to raise capital by increasing common stock by 1,500,000 dollars. Details of the proposed issuing, terms, and dates are not fully clear from the fragment.
President Roosevelt concludes his Virginia tour with two speeches at the University of Virginia on alumni day. He lauds the university’s role in shaping public service, honors Virginia leaders, and urges graduates to serve the state and nation with duty, courage, and civic virtue.
During a luncheon at the gymnasium he replied to the toast The United States while others honored Virginia Our Alma Mater The Louisiana Purchase and The President The President urged careful conduct in foreign relations noting Virginians favor a private gentlemanly conduct in world affairs and urged restraint in action and tone.
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