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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1902
Page
4
The issue lists subscription terms for carrier and agent deliveries, club rates, and foreign distribution points. It also covers political commentary on U S policy, immigration, and taxation debates, with mentions of figures like Roosevelt, Funston, Carnegie, and Crumpacker, plus immigration and sugar tariff notes and overseas consul appointments.
The article states that the government will refuse transportation to Austrian and Russian emigrants who do not meet requirements. Russian emigrants must have a pass, a steamer ticket to an American port, and $1. Austrian emigrants must have a steamer ticket and $1, but no pass. They must present a certificate from company examining agents. Adherence will ease enforcement of the law and exclude an undesirable class of immigrants.
The Journal argues Friday’s primary reveals both discontent with outside influence in candidate selection and flaws in the Australian ballot system. It notes four times as many Republicans voted this year, the use of printed ballots, and concerns about secrecy and potential fraud, while praising overall improvement over past primary practices and urging honest, self-nominated participation by Republicans.
Lieutenant Governor Gilbert warned at the Commercial Club of Fort Wayne about crude legislation and a changing legislature. He cited short sessions, hundreds of roll calls, and the churn of new members as keys to inefficiency, noting over 110 dollars per citizen spent every two years.
The Lieutenant Governor urged constitutional amendments for a new Indiana constitution with a stated legislative salary and fixed bill introduction deadlines. He argued that eliminating per diem pay would curb last minute, unwise or vicious legislation and reduce session crush, advocating careful consideration of reforms.
Senators Allison and Spooner push amendments that would limit the ship subsidy program reducing risk of a permanent contract while appealing to interior Republicans who doubt the subsidy's economic value. They argue wage costs and foreign competition threaten American lines, favoring a limited, experimental approach and targeted routes to grow trade with South America. The piece also notes a Morgan-led White Star consolidation, a positive Puerto Rico report, and a seed corn relief decision for Arkansas farmers.
A fragment discusses the Department of Agriculture and seed money, arguing there is no better use for funds than seeds. It suggests Indiana would not request seed corn from Washington if short, implying reallocations to other needs. The tone hints at political commentary on federal aid and state autonomy.
A collage of jokes and quips from multiple papers notes March humor and marriage comments. Bits reference Ancestral humor in the New York Sun and light lines from Baltimore American Philadelphia Record Boston Globe Washington Star and a quip about aristocrats.
A Philadelphia Record humor column plays with a missionary and a wealthy mandarin in a pun about idols and needles. The mandarin quips that it is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for him to resist the need of an idol.
The dialogue from The Age of the Mule in The Atlanta Constitution features a seller claiming the mule is not old, arguing he survived the Civil War with surprising vigor. The exchange highlights community humor about aging work animals and wartime endurance.
A letter to the editor argues for direct primary elections over party conventions, criticizing caucus control and urging Indiana to adopt a robust direct primary law. It cites Marion county and Joss law issues, notes that many counties already use direct primaries, and calls for restoring the people’s will in nominating officials.
J H Claypool argues that Indiana’s direct primary law fails to promote political purity and was likely a penalty on Marion County voters. He asserts no retreat on primary reform and calls for a decent primary election law to be enacted by the Legislature. Indianapolis, March 15.
Toledo March 16 Colonel William Heckert of Findlay now Toledoan is sought by railways and manufacturers to reveal a tri motor device that blends steam boiler steam and gas engines as a compact substitute. It reportedly fires itself uses minimal water eliminates firemen and smokestacks and could power locomotives ships and houses at far lower cost while boosting crude oil use and the oil industry.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports that prosperity at home and weak foreign demand reduce American iron and steel exports. Corn shipments and iron and steel goods fall while home market demand rises, with railways and industry expanding domestically since the China-Philippines war era.
The fifth annual Indiana Society gathering in St Louis approved the auxiliary committee's report on circulating personal letters to Indiana leaders urging legislative support for a world's fair appropriation. New members Laughlin Elliott Fitch Werley Fout joined fellowship as officers were elected: Fiery president D.D. Fisher first VP, Grianol second VP, Reeves third VP, Sallee treasurer, Medsker secretary, with Drake McDonald Fisher Murphy and Glazebrook as directors.
Colon, Colombia, March 16. All approaches to Colon guarded by small detachments. Government builds embankments at strategic points to strengthen defense around the city.
Uchida the Japanese consul general in New York reports from Tokyo on Japan’s foreign trade and railway expansion for last year. Trade reached a record total of about 508,165,000 yen with exports 281,000,000 and imports 227,165,000, amid a high living standard and tariff changes. Raw silk led exports at 24,000,000 yen, followed by habutai silk at 23,000,000, then cotton yarns and others. despite money-market strains, trade growth continued and a favorable balance is anticipated as North China disturbances ease.
Insular War Department bulletin notes eight months ending Aug 31 1901 total imports 19 618 596 against 14 584 457 in 1900 and exports 16 963 etc. Imports from United States rise 3 percent to 2 170 000 while exports total 1 900 687 with slight gains. Hemp leads exports at 10 496 566. manufactured goods nearly double. mining and forestry products up.
Bellamy Storer United States minister to Spain arrived on the St Louis from Southampton and denied rumors of a recall. He stated no hitch exists in treaty negotiations with Spain and most provisions are agreed. He leaves Madrid on leave and expects to return in June. He described the new King as a fine looking lad and noted the Queen mother’s influence may endure. He also addressed rumors about the King’s fitness and the ceremonial accession process.
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