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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1903
Page
5
The editorial comments on Roosevelt show decisiveness in pursuit of policy goals, while GOP unity contrasts with Democratic discord. It also covers the Navy deployment plan, the Council’s street contracts probe, and reactions to the Philadelphia and Noblesville political shifts.
A broad critique of government offices offering perquisites or trimmings linked to bribery scandals involving D V Miller and Machen. The piece condemns corruption, argues no government post should yield extra income, and compares misconduct to wider imperial and domestic abuses while urging strict ethics. It also covers the federal beef trust ruling and Wheat price schemes, noting Roosevelt’s Western tour popularity.
Ex President Cleveland urged reason on Kishineff massacre coverage, linking past Armenia and Boer crises to American overreaction. The piece notes the brutality in Kishineff, cautions against hurried intervention, and recalls U S responses to Turkey and Russia in history. It emphasizes the harsh conditions for Jews in Russia and calls for sympathy and relief without rash action.
The Citizens' League members had hinted at defiant testimony when Detective Smith was arrested, and now events unfold differently. Morphine prices in the local market have climbed from ten to fifteen cents worth per dose, a rise not attributed to prosperity but reflected in ongoing crime chronicles.
A nineteen year old Indiana girl killed herself after her mother reproved her for not helping with housework. The case highlights teenage distress and the belief that she could not endure domestic duties.
The Kansas City Journal notes a humorous courtroom style exchange about intoxication with Mrs Feedum and Ferguson as the mock respondents. Detroit Free Press mocks domestic life in Out of the Frying Pan while Chicago News reports a flirtatious volley between Edyth and a handsome reporter at the Weekly BaxterZoo reception.
A mishmash of quoted lines from multiple papers and poets noting beauty, mentors, and public figures. It includes brief references to the Atlanta Constitution, Washington Star, New York Sun, and Chicago Tribune plus a rural cowherd vignette. The immaterial fragments form no continuous narrative or identifiable event.
A lengthy Indiana era article details rural free delivery carriers opposing a shift to contract-based pay and routes. It outlines carrier associations forming in Iowa and Indiana, their leaders, the expected impact on wages and service, and a July Chicago meeting to unite the effort against national contraction. It also cites political figures and local incidents, including debates over governor nominees and local corruption probes.
The trial features Dr. Hunt as a key witness with Spaan and Duncan clashing over evidence. Hunt, a dentist and engineer, confirms telegrams related to Stahl and Logsion, with Brown and Hilton A Brown referenced in questioning. The scene showcases sharp exchanges, intense courtroom dynamics, and high stakes surrounding the case.
The session closes at eight o clock and will resume this afternoon at two o clock. Testimony includes claims of gambling and a defendant seeking to know the protected allege. Names and dialogue are garbled but indicate a courtroom proceeding.
The postal fraud inquiry widens with new allegations against Machen and associates. Officials discuss go-between roles, delays in arrests, and possible use of witnesses for the government while confirming ongoing investigations into the free delivery service and salary division.
Diller B Groff senior Groff Bros manufacturer in letter box fasteners appeared before United States Commissioner Taylor for preliminary exam in bribery case involving former Superintendent A W Machen of the Postoffice tree delivery system. Hearing postponed to Tuesday June with Groff renewing bond as attorney Samuel Maddox and son Diller F Groff present.
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