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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1902
Page
5
The Daily Journal reflects on coal strike resolution led by the President, Republican strength in Indiana, and election implications. It lauds Governor Morton’s party fidelity, notes judge selections by Roosevelt, critiques extortion in New York, and highlights upcoming speeches by Leslie M. Shaw and Representative Overstreet.
A letter extols Mr. Overstreet for securing a military post for Indianapolis and developing free rural delivery nationwide. It lauds his responsiveness to constituent requests and urges his return to the House as best serving the Seventh district.
Ex President Cleveland and Senator West question the value of a Democratic House, while Republicans stress the Indiana delegation’s influence and argue for a Republican majority. The piece lauds arbitration as a peaceful path to settling labor disputes and promotes conciliation to prevent strikes.
The piece extols the six month miners strike as a display of American organization leadership and discipline. It notes 150,000 workers, peaceful methods, low violence, and broad public impact. The ending by presidential commission embodies American self-government and cautious, lawful crisis handling.
A long evaluation of 19th century strike costs notes direct losses to workers and employers totaling hundreds of millions, with indirect costs far higher. It records 117,509 strikes over twenty years averaging 23.3 days, totaling 2,789,160 days. The piece argues for mediation, recalls coal miners demands, and praises efforts to preserve city events amid disruption. It also comments on Senator Fairbanks rallies and President Roosevelt's stance following the strike.
The piece discusses a respected official facing a demanding role with dignity. It notes three fatal Vandalia road accidents attributed to forgetfulness of orders by workers, suggesting railroad managers should probe causes. Roosevelt is praised in London for striking a personal triumph, seen as public service. Interurban lines prove their value for city crowds. Dr Lorenz may frame his Illinois licensing certificate as a curiosity back home.
A compact assemblage of quips and sketches from various papers. Bits range from a stern coal bin memory to banter about dinners with millionaires and a subtreasury meal. The pieces include lines about eccentric characters and comic exchanges in theatrical and literary circles.
The excerpt contrasts a Tennessee dialect tale of a man who prays for relief from a hopping rheumatism that even moves a wooden leg with a Cleveland Plain Dealer remark about Beaseley’s head. It recalls a family mug tossed across generations and an incident where a mug strikes Beaseley’s father and splits on his ear.
Washington Post notes George F Baer president of the Reading Railroad boasted of Civil War service as the youngest captain and later major in the Army of the Potomac. Baer, still active in business, is among the “big six” anthracite owners at Roosevelt's conference and favored walking to the White House but Carriages were used.
A Post-Express report describes terra cotta bricks soaked in kerosene oil as an effective coal substitute. Dealers report strong interest, with at least one firm selling bricks and Joseph J. Mandery offering two and a half carloads from 50 Portland Avenue for distribution. A Friday demonstration showed bricks burning for nearly an hour in a base burner, with heat so intense the stove became too hot to touch.
The New York Evening Post credits Roosevelt with earning new laurels from his friendly intervention amid the coal shortage. The piece notes collective rejoicing and acknowledges ongoing hardships as coal supplies rebound and fuel prices normalize.
Miss Nellie Batley of Pittsburg tossed rice at the nuptials of Harold Knowles and his bride in East Liverpool. Two diamond rings flew from her finger. one turquoise-set ring was crushed under a car, the other solitaire diamond was recovered intact nearby. Miss Batley keeps the remains as a token of the day.
Thirty bodies were discovered in a cold storage facility in Louisville. The victims reportedly originated from Indianapolis and were reportedly connected to a family case involving a father charged in the incident.
Senator Fairbanks drew crowds in Fairmount and Warren as part of Indiana tour. He praised Republican policy, crediting wage gains and industrial growth to the party and cited Dingley tariffs. In Fairmount, 3,000 to 4,000 attended with schoolchildren, bands, and a strong reception committee.
Secretary of the Treasury Lesig M. Shaw and Representative J. A. Hemenway spoke to over three thousand at Oakland City in Gibson county. Shaw praised Hemenway and said he would head the appropriations committee if re elected. He refused interviews and said he would stay in touch with the Treasury while on vacation.
In Thorntown Indiana on October 16 Judge Lex J. Kirkpatrick delivered a campaign speech to precinct committeemen. He lauded current prosperity in Kokomo and argued against tariffs on protections. Democrats worry Kirkpatrick aligns with Landis and fear landslide loss in Boone county. The Thorntown gathering drew many Democrats and a packed opera house audience.
In Rockport Indiana on October 1 Governor Durbin and Representative Cannon addressed a large crowd. The courthouse overflowed with spectators as Cannon praised Hemenway while Durbin urged support for Republican state leadership. Both speakers touted vote-getting impact and GOP gains in the county.
Senatorial nominee Edgar E. Hendee of Anderson, Republican candidate for joint senator for Hancock Madison and Rush counties, held a series of meetings in Hancock County. Tuesday night he spoke at Maxee ear Teale and Teale venue with address. last night he spoke at Blue River township hall and had strong attendance.
A rousing Hancock county scene features the Blue River Drum led glee club and speeches by Mr Hendees engaging voters in Charlottesville Shirley and McCordsville. In Decatur Representative George W Cromer denounces tariff repeal as a cure for trusts urging Congress to pass stringent laws or a constitutional amendment to curb trusts and preserve industry.
Paragraph excerpt defends union rights and labor organization while critiquing exclusive recognition and violence. It contrasts labor’s need for organization with capital’s structure, condemns scab conduct, and argues for arbitration and free labor rights within a constitutional framework.
General Corbin praised German cavalry mounts for endurance and proposed a U S government stud to breed horses for cavalry. A three mile gallop after long marches showcased a cross of Arabian and English thoroughbred stock. If American selection fails, the cavalry may rely on imports.
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