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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1902
Page
5
The June 18 1902 Daily Journal issue contains advertisements for subscriptions and postage instructions, plus extended editorial content on trade, politics, and public affairs. It discusses reciprocal trade with Cuba and U S policy, Grover Cleveland prospects, Secretary of War Root, and remarks on Hopkins and Bryan within Indiana politics. It also covers postal distribution points and letters of publication.
The text argues that elected judges with seven year terms and low pay may weaken the bench, diminish dignity, and erode public respect for the judiciary, suggesting the old system might not be restored despite differing professional opinions.
The piece defends U S actions in Cuba citing General Gomez stipend and 3 million allocation to settle disbandment, arguing critics are small minded. It praises Wood and Secretary of War for legality and states Cuba policy yields large gains, with farming prosperity rising as prices fall.
The Noblesville Ledger asserts farmers in Hamilton County show improved prosperity. Land values have risen since 18%, with land once worth 0 rising to 50 per acre 192%. Wheat, corn, oats yields and livestock values—cattle and hogs—also show large gains over six years, indicating broad agricultural growth.
A column argues against Senator Teller’s resolution demanding an itemized wartime Cuban expenditure ledger. It defends the President’s wartime prerogatives, cites Polk’s Mexican War actions, and asserts Congress cannot regulate conquered territories or demand military expense reports. It notes past lawyers balanced politics with practice.
Professor Hufford has diligently served Shortridge High School as principal for ten years. His conscientious leadership is cited as a key factor in the school’s stable growth and broad public support, placing him among Indiana’s top educational figures.
A collage of humorous snippets from River side and Town Topics with spoof exchanges about an angler, trains, airships, socialites, and wedding banter. Includes jokes from Puck and mentions of Mary Lamb Hark and Perc y Monckton in playful banter. References to 1910 era society humor and literary quips.
Minneapolis indictments allege Mayor Ames offered a bribe to secure reelection of Sheriff nominee Thomas R Brown. Grand jury described a plan to divide the sheriff’s $20,000 annual income among Brown and three county commissioners. Norbeck, a detective, is missing amid bribery cases, with his bond forfeited and a possible suicide.
The Indiana news reports Senator Quay in Washington stating over fifty senators will back a quick passage of the Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona admission bill, despite Beveridge and the territories committee delaying action. Also noted are retirements General Bird and Captain Lemly, and pardons for Lieutenant Mustin, with Manilla board updates on Major Gardener and other Navy and Treasury actions.
Washington June 17 Indianians were granted patents today as follows: David Barnet Terre Haute ratchet wrench Daniel W Bender Bluffton set screw guard Jacob Bremner and H J Root Shelbyville furniture coupling Wm L Casday South Bend rotary engine Winder E Goldsborough Lafayette electric arc lamp reflector shade Howard H Gray Huntington lawn sprinkler Theodore H Haberkorn Fort Wayne valve mechanism for engines Charles G Hunter Lawrence finger bar adjusting device for mowing machines William S Kessler Auburn electric cigar lighter alsos cigar lighter Amos H Koons Martinsville valve for reversible steam engines James A Reasoner Matthews mail box Charles J Weiss Alexandria folding bed and wardrobe.
In a Plattsburg court martial Capt John L Hines faced testimony from two prosecution witnesses about the alleged abuse of Private Peniow by a fellow soldier under his orders. Defense witnesses described regiment turmoil and a fight against crime, with the court quickly reaching a verdict and the papers sent to Washington for official findings.
William T. McMichael killed W. E. Johnson, a Classen Real Estate vice president, after dispute over a land claim. Johnson fired, mortally wounding McMichael as Brown fired five shots with no effect. Both men were taken into custody. Brown claimed he shot McMichael. Johnson had Cuban campaign service with Troop DD of the Rough Riders and was known to President Roosevelt.
Washington June 17 The House passed a bill amending the bankruptcy law in fifteen points to address defects. The most critical change defines preference to align with Pirie v Chicago Title and Trust. Four additional grounds to deny discharge were added including false credit, fraudulent transfers, prior discharge within six years, and noncompliance with court orders. Debate showed broad support for strengthening the act, with small opposition to repeal. Additional measures included appeals, juror fees, and Indian Territory land openings.
In Washington June 17 the Senate debated the Isthmian canal question with speeches by Perkins Gallinger Stewart and Morgan favoring Nicaragua while Gallinger urged Panama. Stewart and Morgan argued Nicaragua's climate and health conditions are superior and Panama would hinder white workers. The discussion touched on government title and Panama Canal Company issues as well as pensions amendments and pending census and tax refund measures.
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