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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1902
Page
5
The Daily Journal lists subscription prices for daily and Sunday editions, carrier and mail rates, and reduced club rates. It outlines postal requirements, communication rules for submissions, and notes about second class mailing at Indianapolis.
A verbose editorial roundup discusses President Roosevelt's stance on federal officeholders in state politics, Spafford’s shoe loan contract, rural free delivery, and the Brussels sugar conference. It critiques Oxnard lobby influence, Tillman’s sword invitation letter, Cuba trade measures, and Congressional splits on reciprocity. It also notes a proposed Ohio teachers minimum wage bill, German anti trust aims, and Taft on slavery issues.
Governor Taft describes Philippine slavery as a debtor bondage akin to serfdom and argues it cannot be ended by force. He says slaves are part of the family, rights exist to buy liberty, and American influence will gradually eradicate the practice as government power grows stronger in pushing abolition.
The Journal urges Republican readers to clip and study the candidate list, consult neighbors, and vote for men of best reputation and intelligence. It warns against choosing by name order, emphasizes character and business integrity, and promotes a March 4 primary as a fair, intelligent process to nominate worthy candidates.
Congress debates reciprocity with Cuba as House Republicans reconvene. The Long plan urges direct duty reductions on Cuban imports and U S goods in return for similar reductions. The Tawney plan favors annual monetary payments to Cuba and rebates to Cuban sugar planters, with limits on nonresident beneficiaries and constitutional concerns raised.
The Supreme Court of Michigan held the bounty law unconstitutional. Though Tawney proposition draws many objections, no strong argument supports it. The nation seeks honest reciprocity of trade with Cuba.
The Iron Age reports that a fully consolidated United States Steel Corporation could slash production costs by millions through uniform accounting and cross plant comparisons. It notes the giant’s strategy to keep prices down, boost dividends, and deter new mills, while acknowledging wider geopolitical and domestic political comments echoed in brief notes about Italy and British policy.
A trio of brief quips: a husband recalls church memory, a wife questions the wedding day, and a boy answers a pennies riddle with ten. A Philadelphia Press cartoon caption features a self centered boy, while a New York Sun joke notes a father postponing business after leaving the office with a library setting.
A collage of brief newspaper excerpts features Miss Miami Brown on nature, Mr. Erastus Pinkley on animals, a Senate exchange from Chicago, a gag about Our Own Colonies, a Baltimore American ballroom scene about a colonial cotillion, and Boston Journal noting a tariff cut remark by President-elect Palma of Cuba.
Senor Palma, with strong ties to both Cuba and the United States, argues that sugar and tobacco alone cannot ensure prosperity and that a more substantial concession is needed. He predicts Congress will enact a tariff reduction for Cuba's benefit exceeding 20 percent.
The Brooklyn Eagle criticizes Secretary Root for expanding the War Department beyond prudence and economy. It supports a new National Guard a transportation and supply division and a general staff to unify bureaus and strengthen emergency readiness. It argues a civilian head plus a professional general staff will improve efficiency and decision making.
Secretary Hay quoted the Buffalo farewell address to remind lawmakers of McKinley’s protectionist roots and call for expanded trade through reciprocity. He cited the late president urging against exclusive tariffs and praising trade expansion, while Senate and House leaders showed disapproval.
The South Carolina Charleston exposition faces a backlash as blackguard envoy sent to the Senate provokes Northern animosity and potential withdrawal by clubs and visitors. The Tillman dispute and presidential snubs threaten attendance and even the event’s viability, with wave of sentiment suggesting expositions should avoid presidents as lure.
Eight Omaha police detectives selected to guard Prince Henry celebrated by posing for a group photo. The officers had the image printed in newspapers so criminals could recognize them, illustrating how even seasoned detectives can be outsmarted by bold planning.
Prince Henry will learn much about this country during his brief visit. He is acquiring knowledge in history geography and foreign countries under favorable auspices, discovering the royal road to learning during his stay.
Major Jenkins should be presented with a handsome sword for meritorious conduct in refusing to accept the Tillman one.
A satirical letter attacks Arkansas politics and race views, detailing a white farmer, gun culture, and education, and recounting scandals around Governor Jeff Davis, Colonel Rector, and other state leaders. It mocks prohibition, corruption, and self-promoting politicians while remarking on dreams of acquiring islands like St Thomas and Puerto Rico.
A long Twain anecdote traces the Danish West Indies transfer to the United States through a fictional uncle who seeks a quiet life. He gambles on land, brick making, and farming, enduring earthquakes, volcanoes, storms, and misadventures while fleeing fevers and bears in Alaska, all in pursuit of peace and solitude.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing will design a full new postage stamp series. A 13-cent denomination will honor General Harrison on a postal card, replacing Perry on the dollar stamp. Other changes may include new portraits, borders, shades, and possible size changes to create distinctive, modern stamps. Washington, Franklin, Jackson, Jefferson, and Perry faces will be updated to three quarters views where possible.
The New York Evening Post discusses the selection of captains of industry for a Prince Henry luncheon on Thursday. The list spans bankers inventors railway presidents physicians astronomers and other leaders, sparking anger at perceived unequal lines of division among prominent figures in similar fields. The source notes the lack of a disclosed basis for rank and recalls a prior attempt to list American millionaires with fortunes, which drew different public reactions.
Butte Inter Mountain reports Marconi forecasts wireless messages crossing the ocean within six months. He begins experiments from Europe to Canada and plans easier public rates. Wireless may not fully replace cable due to lack of secrecy and practical coding limits.
In a Louisville Kentucky Times excerpt Charley Wheeler notes that 15 000 Kentuckians stood shivering for a chance to cheer the little Dutchman and suggests Ephraim’s idolaters mirror a wary nation trapped by its own truculent sycophany.
Washington correspondence discusses a proposed amendment to grant Congress power to provide for presidential succession during the six week gap between the electoral vote and inauguration. It notes risks of leaving both president elect and vice president elect unprotected and recalls historical cases like Hannibal Hamlin and William R. King. The piece traces legislative steps, public interest after McKinley’s assassination, and argues for a robust solution balancing convention selection with popular election.
Rev B Fay Mills argues that women may not be fit politicians yet deserve freedom to vote and act. He cites liberty, education, and responsibility, urging removal of barriers created by superstition and male self interest. He cites Emerson and calls for women to become initiative and contribute to a just new era.
The Nebraska State Journal reports shale bed gold prospects in Kansas. A new mill near twelve miles south of Hays City has been completed amid skepticism. Promoters say low operating costs let even small yields profit, potentially paying national debt. They remain confident despite ridicule.
Prince Henry spoke directly with several German emigrants aboard the Kronprinz asking why they left their homeland. The exchange was practical and businesslike, with no record of their replies.
Secretary Hay’s eulogy portrays the late President McKinley’s Buffalo address as expressing reciprocity aligned with tariff protection. As a close associate, Hay likely understands McKinley’s stance, contrasting with free-trader factions.
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