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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1901
Page
4
The Sunday Journal reports editorials on British Russian China conflicts and Mr Carnegie’s vast library gifts, praising civic improvements like smoke consumers and McKinley attending Harrison’s funeral. It notes Indiana sentiment for Harrison and Morrison, condemns racial prejudice in Evansville politics, and lauds Indiana’s national standing.
Spectators witnessed a long line of mourners paying silent homage to General Harrison as his bier rested, with thousands passing by over ten hours to honor him and express their sincere sorrow.
The world recognizes Benjamin Harrison with global tributes akin to Lincoln and honors his steady growth and full powers at death. American flags fly at half mast, crowds honor him in his longtime residence and at the Capitol, while the press notes a sincere, nonpartisan response.
The article extols General Harrison as a Christian man whose faith in God was deep and positive. It notes his belief grounded in scripture and history, his willingness to serve religious causes, and his broad view of Christianity across sects, while highlighting his intellect and Presbyterian faith. It cites his tribute to Oscar C. McCulloch and comments on Father Bessonles.
The essay argues memory is not the supreme mental faculty. It notes youth drill makes the mind, yet forgotten facts fade after school. It contrasts a broad memory with specialized recall and stresses knowing where to find information matters more than rote retention.
The article portrays General Morrison as broadly tolerant with no enforced religious law, centering on his own devout faith. It notes the public paying last respects and emphasizes his deep Christian reverence, urging others to find strength in faith as well.
Reports from the chief statistician of the agricultural division of the census indicate a rapid rise in tenant farming, doubling in the last decade. The view presented is that tenant farming lifts laborers to managers, with owners selling farms to investors seeking rental gains, while concerns remain about long-term soil fertility and owner returns.
An essay laments memory lapses for names and addresses, noting hereditary nerves and erratic recalls. It jokes that forgetfulisms threaten friendships, urging mnemonic care and quipping that wearers should display names and addresses on lapels to avert social mishaps.
Mr Melville Stone of the Associated Press urges newspapers to avoid sensationalism and "crazy quilt" news methods. He warns readers and advertisers that such papers lose trust and cash, and that a clean, truthful paper serves both public and business interests. The piece also notes Maryland illiteracy voting concerns, Hibernian Society parade cancellation for General Harrison's funeral, and a Guard tribute to Harrison.
Tens of thousands line the route as Grand Army veterans honor the dead leader. The event impressed with soldierly quality gained from the Spanish war and praised the Soldiers' and Sailors' Orphans' Home band led by Mr. Eldridge for music and conduct.
Indianapolis public schools participate in a floral tribute to General Harrison with a large arrangement of American Beauty roses. A penny collection organized by Superintendent Kendall in two or three schools funded the gift.
A rough collection of quoted lines from papers shows dialect and slang phrases. The Chicago Times-Herald notes on respectability with a question about lasting respectability. The Baltimore American references a small exploit. The Washington Star features Uncle Eben admonishing against calling a man a fool and arguing.
A Detroit Journal excerpt contrasts Towne-Well as a fair yet self promoting man. It remarks on his vanity and alleged hypocrisy while a related scene shows a swarthy corsair with a captive, a child of luxury viewing rough quarters and asking about a 50 cent deck as reporters note possible tears in the outlaw’s eyes.
Chicago Tribune reports Mr. Jymes was waylaid by footpads while returning from the lodge. He was relieved of all valuables. Mrs. Jymes asks what was taken and he laments that only the password remains.
George Augustus Sala's library of 185 cookery books, once a scholarly collection, sold at auction in London for 75 dollars. The piece notes Mrs Henry Wood's East Lynne reaching half a million copies and discusses enduring popularity of dramatized versions among British provincial theaters. It covers American novelists' sales, Heinemann's Dollar Library plans, and ends with reflections on using real people as fictional characters in literature.
A collector of satirical sketches ponders modern theatre business and public taste as a bull calf, a trick dog, and a swan debate the state of drama during a journey to a next booking. They roast ragtime, critics, and box office folly while offering wry observations on performance and commerce. The piece also parodies a street vendor tale where a tamale seller reveals a philosophical view of hardship and compensation.
A roundup of fresh notes mentions Herbert E. Putney securing a car brake patent, novelist William Dean Howells buying a New York four story residence, and German papers alleging purple drapery for London’s funeral came from Germany. Other items include a rumored engagement of Lieut. Hobson, a Baltimore sanitary barber shop, a quip by William M. Fvart on long sentences, Ethel Bartholomew suing for 10000, and a jab at the Empress’s robe remarks. A European wax floor polish device is also announced.
A discussion notes women voters in New York claiming moral impact on elections. Miss Mary Goards, a multilingual 20 year old court interpreter, exemplifies educated immigrant influence. Thomas Edison is cited for patents and an electric storage idea for cars. F B Nation of San Francisco jokes about family ties and perception of Kansas.
A collage of quoted lines from various novels and authors, noting insights on individuality love marriage and human folly. Includes snippets about characters from Dri and Li Father and Kim as well as reflections on fate and power.
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