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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1902
Page
5
The Daily Journal from March 4 1902 outlines subscription terms and mailing rates for Indianapolis and distant locations. It lists agents and foreign postage notes, denoting duties for club subscriptions and guidance for readers sending the paper through the mail. It also includes editorial commentary on elections, Cuba trade, and Chicago finances.
The passage argues that city officials are swayed by those who claim to serve the public while demanding taxpayer support. It notes Chicago faces a broader trend where candidates chase influence from the tax consuming element, neglecting party primaries and voter turnout.
The article urges careful adherence to the primary election law to prevent fraud and ensure only Republicans vote in Marion county primaries on March 24. It warns against cross party voting and multi precinct voting, calls for vigilant challengers, and stresses that fair conduct supports the party’s future. It notes the role of the railroad rate issue and mentions sugar policy debates and Pope Leo XIII’s Jubilee, linking national concerns to local integrity.
Walter D. Hines, attorney and first vice president of Louisville and Nashville Railroad, charges the Interstate Commerce Commission with neglecting to enforce the interstate commerce law. He argues the law empowers investigation, cease and desist orders, and prima facie evidence in hearings, while accusing the commission of discrediting Congress and failing to curb unfair discrimination favoring favored shippers. He notes recent claims of meatpacker bias and fraudulent entries, urging Congressional scrutiny to resolve the dispute.
A compilation of light jests and exchanges from the New York Sun Philadelphia Record Baltimore News Life Washington Star and Punch. Humorous dialogue on engagements, weather, umbrellas, reading habits, and show business plans with vivid street and era flavor.
Chicago March 3 Prince Henry attended a lavish ball at the Auditorium blending American and German decor. He promenaded with Mrs Carter Harrison, greeted many guests, and impressed with democratic manners while staying in a royal box for hours amid a grand display of flags eagles and nautical motifs.
The Prince Henry ball in the Fine Arts building attracted hundreds as guests lined the hall to greet him. Mayor Harrison conveyed regrets from President Roosevelt for missing the event on Monday evening, March 3, 1902, noting the invitation to the city. The prince mingled freely, speaking with attendees for an hour before retiring.
Notable sea storms delayed the Alameda and Doric on their San Francisco return, with the Alameda losing its wheel house and steering gear. Pearl Harbor dredging advances proceed as Kealalua Bay is chosen for the Kena Kau Railway terminus. Mme Genevieve Johnston Bishop broke her arm after a sidewalk fall while in Honolulu for The Messiah.
In St Louis the German prince was greeted by Dr. Rieloff and Mayor Wells at Union Station and escorted to a grand welcome. He received an engraved address praising American friendship, met German veterans, and then attended a formal breakfast at the St. Louis Club with Mayor Wells and Ambassador Von Holleben. Prince Henry thanked the city, praised U.S. hospitality, and spoke of peace while reaffirming Germany’s friendly ties.
Prince Henry of Prussia visits Chicago, touring Forest Park and the world’s fair site, then attends a state banquet at the Auditorium Hotel. Mayor Harrison hosts a large German American crowd, with 157 at the banquet, speeches praising German American ties, and a choral festival at the First Infantry armory.
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