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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1903
Page
5
The Indianapolis Journal reports on a range of topics including politics. Democratic figures, Cuban health improvements under American occupation, Mexican president Diaz’s bid for reelection, and the Logsdon investigation progress are discussed. Commentary notes the need for better office procedures and mentions labor issues and an upcoming Republican national convention.
Dearborn county Indiana notes Harrison water and electric friction. James A. Graft, based in Ohio, controlled the Harrison plant but lacked Indiana franchise. Trustees ousted his allies, replacing with three Graft friendly trustees after bitter election fights. town sits on a state line and endures water and lighting disputes.
Manufacturers urge Indiana lawmakers to end discriminatory coal freight rates that favor Chicago and distant cities. They insist a coal road built with Indianapolis capital would cut costs, boost local industry, and support continued manufacturing growth amid wage and living cost shifts nationwide.
The Philadelphia Record links the May 1 strike of 9,000 workers to wage-share disputes in a period of prosperity. Census figures show manufacturers gaining a larger share of profits despite higher wages, while cost of living rose for labor. The piece critiques free trade and anti protection rhetoric and notes inflation in meats and vegetables, with sugar and coffee down.
Washington argues in Foster brief that ten marine leagues governs the boundary with Russia and the coast line rule favors the United States. The dispute, before the international commission with Senator Fairbanks as a member, hinges on interpretation of the 1825 treaty. St Louis hotel capacity of 4625 is inadequate for the world fair, exposing a shortage despite plans for new boarding houses.
The piece argues against city ownership of street railways, citing Indianapolis and Philadelphia as cautionary examples. It warns a London British policy on Persian Gulf bases risks provoking Russian actions as Manchuria tensions persist.
A collage of comic lines from Cleveland Plain Dealer Philadelphia Ledger New York Tribune and Nebraska State Journal features wry jokes about weddings rheumatism Noah’s ark marketing and a Topeka visit. Notable bits include Solomon Brooklyn claim and editors William Allen White and E W Howe drawing presidential notice.
Washington Post reports Jim Ham Lewis, known as the colonel of the pink whiskers, collected $100,000 for handling a California trust. Towne Hogg Bailey Lewis exited. Bryan expands landed possessions. Coxey prospers in court dealings. Colin Harvey nears millionaire status. George Fred Williams remains in a solo battle against money power.
President Roosevelt extols large families without understanding city apartment life or landlord resistance to childbearing. The Psalmist condemns blessing the quiver full of children, drawing from ancient Judea and the cramped modern urban housing context.
Anderson Indiana prepares for the twenty fourth annual Indiana Department G A R encampment with lodging for over five thousand. a monumental living flag parade and elaborate electrical displays planned. Major May Post and a hundred citizens coordinate reception and headquarters on courthouse square.
Department commander of the W R C hosts a cordial Tuesday reception at her West Eleventh Street home for G A R members, ladies from allied societies, and visitors. Elegant souvenirs including a bronze medallion of Chief Anderson will be distributed to delegates before they depart, with efforts to make Indiana's Grand Army encampment history’s most successful.
New York May 6 Interesting figures show total life insurance payments to policyholders and beneficiaries in 1902 reached 20 169 282 across 9 333 cities and towns The leading city was New York with 22 045 475 followed by Philadelphia Chicago Brooklyn and other large centers By state totals New York and Pennsylvania led with 47 996 41 and 24 473 445 respectively Canada reported 14 718 049 while the Philippines and Alaska posted smaller sums
Delegates at the American Medical Association meet in New Orleans attend seven forenoon and a dozen afternoon sessions. Dr Adolph Lorenz, a prime figure in surgery, demonstrates club foot cures at Charity Hospital after hours of demonstrations. The event draws many officials and prompts discussions on vital statistics, medical education, and potential congressional actions.
Mrs. A. L. Schister also known as Lillian Desmond alleges she fired the revolver that killed F. William Real of Watertown in a 1902 incident. She states the weapon exploded in her hand while her husband held it. Schister was convicted of second degree murder on April 2 with a stay pending new trial arguments.
The thirtieth annual meeting began at First Baptist Church Atlanta with Dr. T D Longinos presiding. Robert W Da Forests of newast, se received strong applause as about four hundred delegates gathered for nearly a week of sessions.
London reports Foreign Secretary Lansdowne proclaims a Monroe doctrine for the Persian Gulf. Any power establishing a naval base or fortified post there risks war with Britain. He cites protecting sea routes to India as essential and says Britain will resist with strongest means. Public reaction and press comparison to Monroe doctrine noted.
In Constantinople on May 6 the Turkish government blamed Bulgaria for outrages linked to Macedonian agitators in Bulgaria. Armenia and police actions increased as about sixty Bulgarians were arrested, a Bulgarian secretary’s papers seized then returned. Reports from Salonica cite ongoing street clashes with women and children involved. massacres suspected but unconfirmed. Martial law was proclaimed in Salonica amid reports of Bulgarian bands routed near Vanitza and Karapestanza.
In the House of Commons May 6 Colonial Secretary Chamberlain praised the Transvaal loan of 175000 dollars and outlined plans to issue the loan near term. He cited railway purchases absorbing 5 million, plus 250 thousand for rapid railway development and 12.5 million for land settlement with 10 million for public works. The resolution passed after debate.
In Rome on May 6 Emperor received Mrs Meyer wife of the U S ambassador and Adelaide Ristori hailed as queen of tragedy. He dined with the Queen Mother at Bonicompagna palace and departed by train amid a brilliant station scene with cheering crowds.
A Central News dispatch from St. Petersburg reports a Kronstadt riot linked to the women workers strike. Infantry were called out and clashed with strikers. A total of two hundred sixty two shots were fired and three officers were wounded.
Dispatch from Mellila reports unconfirmed chatter that the prfender has been killed at Zelonan. Sweden proposes a 50 000 kroner relief fund for Norde equipment. the plan aims to speed aid before long. Reports originate from Gothenburg dated October 4 1s aboard the steamer Antaé ane Alined.
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