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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1902
Page
4
The Journal calls for small, universal donations to fund the monument dedication in Indianapolis. It urges supporters to contribute $1 to $3, receive receipts, and turn funds over to the executive committee, arguing against merchant levies and stressing patriotism and local pride.
The article argues US capital has shunned the carrying trade as an investment, citing higher land profits and cheaper crews abroad. It suggests ships would profit if under British flag with British crews, as wages in American ports are higher, and the ocean remains a free trade arena for lowest-cost service.
The piece argues the Senate majority must not be blocked by a minority using unwritten rules of debate. It contends Democrats threaten to block Cuba, Nicaragua canal, and appropriation bills unless Republicans bow to their control. It notes current Senate balance with eighty-eight seats and two vacancies, nearly two thirds for Republicans, and calls for majority-rule action to pass key measures.
The piece reports James J. Hill advocating an evolutionist view of railroading. He opposes government rate injunctions, argues for free competition, and predicts eventual consolidation to a cheapest, legitimate rate, framing progress as natural law in industry.
The article argues that despite extensive railway consolidations, U S transportation rates have fallen and service quality remains high. It compares 1870 and 1880s mileage for major lines, notes expanding systems including Atchison Topeka Santa Fe and others, and concludes that survival of the fittest theory aligns with observed improvements in service and lower rates, while suggesting cautious views on government intervention.
The Brooklyn Eagle urges Democrats to back strong policy in 14, arguing Philippines must remain American and predicting a future imperial role for any Democratic president. It condemns antiimperialists, criticizes Brown County whitecapping, and calls for funds for a monument dedication while urging national tariff reform and accountability for General Smith's wartime order.
The item reports calls to arm and transport surrendered Filipino prisoners in Samar, mentions Andrew Carnegie’s gifts totaling 907 million plus regional allocations for libraries in Indiana, then notes Charles T. Yerkes' London testimony and Lincoln’s wartime laws contrasted with a new theory on suppressing insurrections. It ends with Cuban President-elect Palma’s San tiago to Cienfuegos trip and his reception urging racial harmony.
A collage of jokes from the era features Mrs Jages-John puzzled by a moving doorknob, a pun on keeping a guesser busy, and wedding gift quips. One joke notes a wedding question about duplicates, while another hints at a summer resort engagement with a playful conditional reply.
A Chicago Tribune clipping notes a dialogue between a distinguished American traveler and a Russian nobleman. The traveler admires common people's sturdy appearance while the nobleman laments that the misguided public lacks a constitution.
In the Washington Star Cayenne proclaims, I have been a philanthropist in my way and admit making enemies to mend breaches. He explains his method, stating that disagreeable remarks prompted former foes to reconcile just to hear what he said about them.
Mrs. Cakebread hosts a refined five o'clock tea for ladies. Bobby, praised for good behavior, asks for tongue when cake is served. There is none, prompting his quip that his father said there would be plenty of tongue.
Ignace Paderewski sails for Europe aboard the Oceanic on Wednesday. His manager W Adlington says the pianist earned about 125000 dollars during three months prior. A remarkable grafted apricot peach and plum tree stands in Pike county Kansas.
Senator McLaurin of South Carolina lays out a case for independence of thought and action, denounces the primary system as a tool of machine politics, and vows not to enter the party primary. He recalls the farmers movement and his record, argues for free speech, and warns of excluding supporters from voting in elections.
May 4 1910 Washington American goods hold a strong foothold in Manchuria and across China with three fifths of rice goods trade going to the United States. Foreigners face obstacles as Chinese retain control of concessions and mismanagement costs rise. many Western ventures failed due to payroll schemes and poor supervision.
The War Department reports Cuba’s eight month trade ending Feb 28 1903 imports valued at 44 659 314 up from 42 920 514 in 1901 exports at 25 487 226 down to 34 008 270 and US imports rising slightly to 19 140 549 while exports to the US fall about 3 000 000. Sugar shipments in February 1901 totaled 4 320 063 versus 1 385 487 this year.
A German grocer Jim Riley in Goshen hoards pennies for their own sake not the dates or mint, packing them into barrels and boxes until a sagging floor prompts him to move his stash to a bank. The bank recount adds 19.70 pennies to its vault. the grocer muses about more.
The St Louis Republic urges licitous conduct in the Philippine conflict while protecting American troops. It asserts American soldiers are honorable fighters, and cautions against punishing or humiliating officers due to the imperfect nature of war. The piece critiques political behavior affecting wartime conduct and soldier welfare.
In the pastor absent, three young women lead a unique service at First United Brethren Church. They conducted readings and songs, guiding the congregation through a special program to inspire worship.
Miss Lou Rubush spoke at First United Brethren Church as the pastor was away, urging women to lead sermons and discuss intemperance, while debating whether women should vote. She urged moral standards, independence, and the power of example in shaping society.
A L Mason spoke at Plymouth Church on Good Citizenship detailing how citizen action reforms government. He cited Indianapolis efforts such as the city charter promoted by Col Lilly and the Hanna headed monetary commission, plus emphasis on primary elections.
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