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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1902
Page
5
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The passage honors Mrs. Stanton and her associates as pioneers in the unpopular yet just suffrage cause. It notes Stanton’s courage and strong character and argues her memory should be cherished by countrywomen.
A期 editorials urge Republicans to actively mobilize in the final campaign days, warning against overconfidence and stressing that every Democratic voter will likely cast a ballot. The piece extols the party’s long leadership, contrasts it with the Democratic party’s unstable history, and calls for loyalty to Roosevelt era Republican leadership.
Analyzing Indiana's voter base, the piece estimates about 685000 eligible by law, 13700 first voters, and argues young voters could swing elections if united for one party. It questions Democratic leadership and cites silver coinage views, flag loyalty, and wartime stances as reasons for Republican appeal among new voters.
The Cincinnati Enquirer notes Indiana Democrats aim to win a state legislature to back a Democratic senator. Most Republicans and business leaders support Senator Charles W. Fairbanks for re election, praising his labor stance and broad leadership. The piece also defends Republican candidate Cotton against a Democratic smear, and urges unified support for Republican judges against Democratic attempts to sway votes.
The London correspondent of the New York Tribune cites witty remarks on politics by Englishmen, including Lords Rosebery Morrin Palmerston and Cranborne, with a critical note on a London paper’s praise of Lord Salisbury. It also reports Professor Koch challenging tuberculosis science, claiming boiling does not kill bacteria and tuberculous milk is harmless, a stance the public would prefer to avoid.
A collage of jokes and cartoon captions from various papers including Chicago News Boston Transcript and Philadelphia Press. Bits cover dating courtship money misers and a hotel errand boy nicknamed Buttons plus a minister's sermon and a dinner timing joke. Notable quips include a man praising a dollar for laughter and a couple debating a short sermon.
Indicted for aiding in concealing a corpse for dissection a group including James Harvey Cassius Willis and cemetery figures faces charges. Seven jailed men Burford Cooley Walter Daniels Sol Grady William Jones Rufus Cantrell Sam Martin and Isam Donnell plead not guilty with bonds set at 1000 each except Donnell and Jones at 500. Trial date set Nov 17 with Dr Alexander to be tried first.
A rally in Haughville features a swift defense of Republican policy led by Taylor who argues labor capital dynamics favor the party in power. He praises Theodore Roosevelt for handling the anthracite strike and asserts Republicans will “mean business” on trusts, contrasting with Democratic critiques. The event ends with rousing applause and a performance by Cy Clark’s Colored Quartet.
A Republican gathering moved from the outdoor corner to a shoe shop near Fletcher avenue and Shelby street last evening. J. W. Fesler chaired with speakers Charles Martindale Newton Tarkington and Hon Jesse Overstreet. Martindale urged support for protection and Overstreet for Congress as crowds pressed to hear amid late arrivals and streetside standing.
A partisan speech argues Democrats fail to show achievements while Republicans point to six years of policy gains under McKinley. It cites economic growth, war debt reduction, trade expansion, and protective tariffs as record of GOP leadership. The speaker urges voters to renew Republican control to preserve prosperity and counter free trade and trust advocacy.
A crowded Masonic Hall heard Evans Woollen, Jacob P. Dunn, and others discuss the Democratic platform. The event focused on trust reform, tariff issues, and a call to elect Dunn to Congress, with attenuated turnout as Rooker did not respond to being invited on stage. The night ended amid mixed reactions as some attendees jeered and others urged united support for the Democratic ticket.
A large delegation from colored clubs faced a cold reception from Democratic leaders who told them they were no longer needed in county and state selections and might only gain favors in a city election. Key figures listed include John Banks, H E Parker, and Emmanuel Coline as they sought financial support.
The Democratic press bureau accuses Republican Fassett Cotton of political libel over a story about his alleged role in a school arithmetic program. Cotton denies all charges, calling them false and pledging to defend his standing. A nonpartisan smoker event sparks protest from railway unions over alleged partisan pressure on members.
Osie Kincaid labeled insane and ordered committed to the Laylum. Plymouth Church ladies plan a rummage sale at Neighborhoord House. Indiana G A R Adjutant General Richard Smock ill at his son’s home. Coal prices in Sullivan and Greene counties unchanged in Indianapolis market. Homeopathic Dr W B Stewart speaks at Indiana Medical College. Kingan & Co unveils margarine process missing artificial ingredients. tax on colored margarine 10 cents per pound. Epworth League to host ministers reception at Central Avenue Church. Lectures for a class on Primary Factors Socialness begin tomorrow in Tudor Hall. Evolution as a phase of food concerns noted. Evening schools resume soon under John Trent amid funding shortage.
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