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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1901
Page
4
The Daily Journal outlines subscription prices for both daily and Sunday editions, rates for weekly and club subscriptions, and postal requirements for domestic and foreign mailing. It lists agents, offices, and partner cities in Indiana and nearby states for paper distribution.
In prosperous times the chase for wealth grows bolder. Texas oil drilling expands as people seek fortunes by boring into the earth. Kansas mirrors the trend with fifty towns conducting similar digs to boost local prosperity.
A dispatch from Peking to a London paper notes relief among European troops at American withdrawal. It cites Mr. Schwab, president of United States Steel and Iron, arguing that tariffs on crude iron and steel and rails would not hurt U S industry because finished goods are priced to compete with foreign labor. He adds that U S sales abroad are cheaper to counter global competition, and tariffs could force wage cuts.
Rumors place Colonel Charles Denby of Evansville as likely to succeed Minister Conger in China. Denby, appointed by Cleveland in 1885 and retained by Harrison and Cleveland, is said to be among the best informed on Chinese affairs and favors Chinese governance of territory. Separate reports note Chicago saloon scenes near Fort Sheridan after soldiers were paid, with $2,000 taken from tills of eight saloons as crowds filled venues from noon to midnight.
A Washington correspondent notes growing public sentiment for educational suffrage qualification. He argues Congress may not need to act to endorse what states have already done, and suggests a uniform national standard or constitutional amendment as a fair solution to disfranchisement concerns.
Analysts doubt reports of Germany isolation amid continental distrust as Germany stands out on the continent with rising wealth and industry. The discussion highlights Germany's growing economic strength despite European skepticism about its postwar stance.
The text argues against escalating trials of policy with neighbors, noting Germany’s markets and regional irritation. It dismisses a real threat from a Russian French Italian alliance, claiming no nation has cause for war with Germany and that global leaders have learned wars are prohibitively expensive in modern times.
Charles M Schwab president of United States Steel argues early business start beats formal education stressing personal effort and duty He relates two real life stories illustrating promoting by diligence and initiative He criticizes labor unions for hindering individual merit while noting unions aid some workers but hurt brains and talent.
General H W Boynton president of the District of Columbia School Board disputes a publisher’s claim that another civil war officer’s data were used. He argues that official records and motions should guide school histories, noting Ridpath's history as a flawed source.
A ills report from Iola describes Italian laborers driven from town by strikers with shots fired and arrests. The Italian consul warns the affair may become an international incident, urging Kansas Governor to protect foreigners. Historical disputes may force indemnities. President Harrison cited the New Orleans lynching as deplorable.
The writer argues that U behavior in Kansas mob attacks on laborers, including Italians, reflects a broader spirit of lawlessness harming liberty and rights. If Americans lived civilized in practice, the nation would avoid disgrace and preserve the American name.
A New York banker labeled ministers vacations as scandalous and bold, but The Journal argues the charge is unjust. Clergy work long hours, care for the sick and dead, and many congregations rely on absent pastors. The article defends clergymen, noting their hard work and the improper standard set by merchants and brokers. It also cites fire insurance losses in 1900 and calls for preemptive safety reforms.
A stitched column of excerpts from Indiana papers critiques trials in Cuba and the Philippines, anticipates municipal fiscal governance under Mayor Berghoff, and notes Wall Street views on Northern Pacific stock. It also mentions Wayne Venezuela purchasing war materiel in Europe as a matter of policy.
A compendium of rural and urban editorials notes McKinley’s southern and western tour and contrasts with Grover Cleveland’s era practices. It surveys Republican missteps in Logansport and Baltimore elections, cross-party attitudes toward imperialism, and a Texas Confederate veterans’ reaction praising Lincoln and Grant, signaling shifting postwar sentiment and a wary national mood.
A collage of humor from multiple papers shows a Paris scene where an American mother hushes her daughter while they chat in French. A Philadelphia Bulletin quip links Maggie as a revolutionary’s daughter to a merry go round owner. The Brooklyn scene recalls a fired worker lamenting loss of employment by J P Morgan. A Baltimore exchange ends with a joke about a woman’s voting choice being her husband.
In a witty exchange between editors, the Horse Editor quips that Wall Street bulls and bears are carnivorous, noting they favor spring lamb with United States mint sauce, as reported by the Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph.
Atlanta May 12 Private John R Melvin of Company G Twenty sixth Regiment is the tallest man in the U S army at six feet seven inches He hails from Fayetteville North Carolina born about 25 years ago and served in the Fourth Virginia Infantry during the Spanish American War He later joined again seeking active foreign service likely in the Philippines while awaiting assignment in Fort McPherson He served in Cuba and Buena Vista during the prior term and now aims for another three years in service.
New York satirical piece reports Dr John H Girdner’s forthcoming volume New Yorkitis a six chapter dissection of a fictional New York disease. The mock medical prose links New Yorkers mind and manners to delusions, dress vanity and street pride, with humorous footnotes on social behavior.
Omaha resumes normal wide open condition as Mayor Moore lifts blue law enforcement. Saloons and gambling houses operate with usual dual activity resuming after enforcement relief.
A survey of recent books highlights Robly D Evans's "A Sailor's Log" as a vivid memoir from a lifelong naval fighter and a wartime leader. It contrasts with a brisk detective style in "The Puppet Crown," a fast paced tale mixing medieval romance with early twentieth century methods, praised for atmosphere over character depth.
A plain analysis notes Harold McGrath’s The Puppet Crown as an adventure tale using familiar material in a new way. The puppet king of Ostia struggles with bankruptcy while a beautiful daughter and a greedy claimant shape a tense conflict over the throne and assets.
This little book by Swami Vivekananda, delivered in New York under Vedanta Society, recounts Ramakrishna Paramahamsa’s life. Born in Bengal in 1830s, he defied caste, sought God beyond images, studied all faiths, and inspired millions though never calling himself a teacher. Published by Baker-Taylor Company, New York.
A critical note on The Fanatics a Civil War era novel set in an Ohio jail with a romantic subplot. The reviewer highlights anachronisms such as copperhead usage and Valland’s depiction while praising strong scenes about recruiting and contrabands and noting the work’s merit despite factual slips.
A lensmaker with religious doubt dies and travels through light to witness historic events from Khartum to Judea. He observes the resurrection and finds his doubts dispelled as the novel links deeds to eternal light recorded in the universe. Published by Houghton, Mifflin.
Current Periodicals highlights Mrs. Ralph Bergengren alias Anna Farquhar of Indianapolis directing a National Magazine of Boxton dept. Ralph Bergengren contributes to May issue. Cram's Magazine May outlines the atlas creation method. The Art Amateur reproduces Rembrandt's Old Woman with a Needle in Her Lap.
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