Indianapolis Journal May 6 1903 Editorial Notices and Local News
May 6 1903 issue lists subscription rates for Indianapolis and suburbs Dailies Sundays and weekly editions, agent networks, and mailing details. It includes editorial notes on local elections, Kentucky politics, King Edward France sentiment, a Lexington lawyer feud victim James B. Marcum, and commentary on municipal corruption, Minnesota St Louis fair plans, and Kentucky Goebel case verdict context. It also cites distribution points in Chicago Louisville and other cities.
Buried with honors after corruption scandal and reform fights
The text recalls Shepherd once accused of corruption and other crimes to hide it. Newspapers eager for reform promoted sensationalism against him, while Washington later learned he was its greatest benefactor and recalled him. Now dead, Shepherd is buried with honors and his complex legacy invites reflection.
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Indications of Gas Belt Coal Rates Bias Stir Indianapolis
Board of Trade members claim railroad coal freight from Coal Bluff to Indianapolis is unjustly priced compared with Chicago. They cite higher per mile costs to Indianapolis, urge state rate remedies, and note electric roads’ booming passenger traffic as urban progress.
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Southern Illinois
Indianapolis
Coal Bluff
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Supreme Court
New York
Mississippi River
Pittsburg
Development of Electric Traction Growth in U S Railways
Census Bureau bulletin through June 30 1902 notes explosive electric traction growth surpassing steam railways. From 1883 demonstrations to 1902 16 647 miles electric lines vs 190 833 miles steam. 87 companies operated with net income 20 905 233 and dividends 15 908 16.
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Chicago Railway
Cleveland
Kansas City
Richmond
Canada
Census Bureau
The Brooklyn Eagle backs Grover Cleveland for 1904 nomination
The Brooklyn Eagle presses for Grover Cleveland as Democratic nominee in 1904, arguing he offers business stability and party strength. It notes editor St Clair McKelway’s confidences and cites editorial support as the movement grows. Critics warn of possible gains for Republicans if Cleveland leads a “cinch” nomination and highlight views on capital, labor, and trusts. A Chicago meeting forms a labor capital arbitration council, championing conciliatory arbitration with figures like Marcus A. Hanna and John Mitchell voicing support for dialogue over strikes.
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Chicago
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New York
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Indus
John Mitchell
Miners’ Union
Senator Lodge Meets Payne Over Post Office Inquiry
The report discusses Senator Lodge’s conference with Postmaster General Payne and argues that such meetings do not imply Lodge acted as President Roosevelt’s personal representative. It notes the President’s direct cabinet familiarity and suggests he would speak with officials personally rather than via intermediaries.
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Tennyson Towns Named in Democratic Belt Sparks Question
A letter mentions the town of Tennyson Indiana voting Democratic and notes two other Tennysons in North Carolina and Texas, urging reporters to stick to facts and avoid linking the poet’s name to political towns. The postmaster general is cited as a businessman conducting inquiries without presidential orders.
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Ind
Warrick County
United States
North Carolina
Texas
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Crawfordsville
The Humorists What Daniel Thought
A collection of quips and light anecdotes from various papers. Jokes about biblical tales, education, circus trips, rail travel, and stock market folly illustrated through brief humorous exchanges. Named papers include Philadelphia Press and Chicago Record-Herald.
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Philadelphia Press
Willie Brown
Johnny Hennepeck
Heiress Seeks Countess Title Amid Credit Fears
The Chicago Record-Herald reports a melodramatic exchange as an heiress weighs marriage to an earl with concerns over creditors. She longs to leave a country where nobility holds little sway, while he probes guarantees for future exits.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Name This Child Onyx in Southern Baptism Gaffe
In a New York Tribune cartoon style exchange a Southern bishop baptizes a baby named Onyx. The priest quips about the name Onyx born from the child's unexpected arrival, prompting a humorously earnest exchange about the unusual moniker.
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New York Tribune
Onyx
Progress in Cuba Improve Havana Letter in New York Post
The Havana letter notes that Cuban administration under Palma governs well and with less cost than the American occupation. Public improvements progress gradually, with Prado and Parque Central cleaning and cement walks, while monuments attribute work to Leonard Wood. The piece highlights tablet misattributions and humorous discrepancies across Havana landmarks during transitions.
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Parque Central
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Punta
Leonard Wood
Brooke
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Father Walser Freed in Agatha Reichlin Murder Case
Lorain May 5 Father Ferdinand Walser freed from murder charge after inquest found no evidence linking him to Agatha Reichlin’s death. Prosecutor said the state had no grounds for detention as crowd pressure mounted, while Walser thanked officials and Catholic communities.
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George W. Jennings
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Tlice
Europe
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Martin Reichlin
Negroes Are Developing Richmond Letter
A Richmond Virginia letter argues that African Americans show rising ability through running diverse enterprises such as a laundry, hotel, drug store, livery, savings bank, and fraternal society with 6000 members. The writer contends separation from whites accelerates self-reliance and political independence, citing experience in Providence schools and varied civic roles.
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Steet
Tor Providence School of
Coroner's verdict on Agatha Reichlin murder
In Elyria Ohio on May 5 a coroner ruled Agatha Reichlin died from wounds inflicted by a stone wielded by an unknown person. The inquiry cleared Father Walser amid testimony supporting burglary or a desperate intruder as the killer. Witnesses described the血stained bed, attic mud, and ladder traces as officers investigated the scene.
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Casimir Reichlin
Charles Reichlin
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Retchlin
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Agatha
Casimir
Central
Officer Masterson
Bun Ang
Tax reform urged to curb Indiana taxation burden
Claypool argues Indiana cities face excessive tax levies near 3 percent of property value and calls for reforms. He endorses New York style special franchise taxes and high liquor licenses to broaden revenue, reduce burden on small holders, and suggests state-wide reassessment and indirect taxes. The letter urges legislative action and cites Roosevelt and New York precedents.
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Indianapolis Journal
Indiana
New York
Court of Appeals of
State General Fund
Theodore Roosevelt
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Claypool
Noted Postmaster General Ends Inquiries Scope
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports Postmaster General Payne disputed claims that pressure forced the department’s inquiry. He said the probe was decided in December and broadened beyond initial expectations. The piece covers congressional talks, funding of 5000, and planned actions including Bristow’s report. It notes related postal lease deals and Indiana postmaster appointments.
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Washington
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Loud
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Bristow
Strong American point in Alaskan boundary case found
Washington May 5 Strong point in the American case in the Alaskan boundary dispute centers on a 1835 instruction from the Russian ambassador to the British King. The note says Russia interpreted the marine leagues clause to mean ten nautical miles from the sea, a position not disputed until about a decade ago, supporting the American claim.
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Washington
Russia
Porto Rico seeks one million dollar Cuba claim
Commissioner De Getau of Porto Rico presented to the State Department a claim against Cuba for about 1,000,000 dollars. The basis is a prewar loan Porto Rico allegedly made to Cuba. General Wood rejected recognition of the claim as a debt of Spain, trustee for Porto Rico, and the treaty of Paris bars further claims.
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Washington
de Getau
Porto Rico
State Department
Cuba
United States
Spain
President Receives Guatemala's Thanks For Friendly Expressions
Washington May 5 The President recently received a spontaneous expression of thanks from Emanuel Estrada President of Guatemala for the friendly and cordial greetings extended during his visit. The note lauds bilateral goodwill and mutual cooperation.
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Washington
Emanuel Estrada
Guatemala
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