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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1902
Page
9
A M Fletcher conducts a general banking operation handling deposits subject to draft, collects and remits dividends, acts as fiscal agent for corporations, negotiates railroad and other corporate securities, deals in government bonds and investment securities, and executes commissions as ordered.
Cattle receipts rise slightly over last week but demand remains weak with prices generally lower across grades. Steers to 7.10, heifers to 5.75, cows around 5.00, hogs steady to 7.40 and sheep bids lower as stock on hand grows and outside demand remains weak.
May trading at Interstate Stockyards Indianapolis reveals steady demand for good to choice cattle while common grades weaken. Quote range for steer weights varies from 6.00 to 7.40, with strong late sale gains for heavies to 7.40 and above, plus mixed hog and sheep movements across several regional markets.
Liverpool May 3 wheat and corn prices show slight activity with No 1 northern spring at 68 1 2d and No 1 California around 2440. American mixed corn remains steady near 4 dollars, bacon ribs and lard hold at steady levels, cheese and other dairy items show minimal change.
In KAVANNAH on May 30 spirits of turpentine activity was hush, rosin prices listed by several firms with bids and values from 1.40 to 2.60 per barrel. Wilmington also reports quiet spirits of turpentine and rosin bids, crude prices steady around 1.40 to 2.60. Charleston notes no change in spirits of turpentine and rosin prices.
Fred C. Moore of White Pass recounts a bear once riding a handcar on the White Pass and Yukon Railroad. The bear, named Mike, boarded the car on a curve and rode two miles to its home in the mountains before alighting. The tale underscores how bears interrup t rail traffic in Alaska.
Ellen Brewer, once divorced from Mr. Brewer at Emporia ten years ago, pursued the unpaid alimony through probate after his death. The court ordered the ex-husband's exempted property attached to satisfy the full amount awarded in the divorce, ensuring the widow receives the debt she was owed.
R G Dun & Co weekly review notes ease in money market favorable crop prospects and abroad confidence offset labor conflicts and weather worries for retail trade. It says agricultural prosperity boosts mills textiles and footwear, with high prices last year lifting value of corn and wheat and prompting continued activity, though shoe centers run part time and imports are tight.
The speaker condemns lynchings at home as worse than certain crimes by American troops in the Philippines while urging unity and discipline. He argues abuses exist in all communities, praises wartime humanity, and calls for punishment of guilty soldiers without demonizing the entire army. He warns against unjust blanket condemnations.
A fragment from Ethelwyn Wetherald in Good Housekeeping describes the long days of the year with birds singing at dawn and twilight returns. It evokes a loving child, fragrant roses, meadow grass, and cottage porch perfume as the seasons pass.
A devotional discourse contrasts Greek and Roman views of the gods with Christian belief, arguing Jesus came to restore inner humanity and grant life. It recounts the transformative power of faith, the danger of a Christless life, and the calling to seek and save the lost.
A veteran recalls the Michigan regiment story of two girls placing flowers on a grave in Virginia on April 13. Their act inspired a growing May observance across the North and South, leading to a national Memorial Day after 1868 with Gen. John A. Logan’s order. Controversy remains over sources for the origin.
A veteran observer of advertising asserts it does more than draw existing trade. It creates new customers and generates demand for new or neglected acts. The force drives business success by expanding the market and elevating activity.
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