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Newspaper
The Indianapolis Journal
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1902
Page
5
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A dense column reviews Democratic politicking including Mr Bryan’s Missouri and Indiana speaking invites and contrasts it with fiscal receipts showing August gains of five million dollars. It notes past quotes by Taggart, remarks on President Roosevelt, and mentions Arkansas election behavior, Chicago Journal criticisms of Republicans, Cuba annexation chatter, Julian Ralph on Saratoga gambling, and Cleveland Mayor Tom L Johnson’s streetcar stance and three cent fares.
In Detroit an act pushed by Governor backed by Mr. Johnson sought to have the city purchase a street railway at three times its value. Charges included a costly franchise unjustly added to the price. The people rose in wrath, the City Council rejected the plan, exposing Johnson’s reform rhetoric as costly to others. He argued for free operation, citing building owners with free elevators as a model.
A Kansas City audience heard Senator Fairbanks deliver a Labor Day address praised for avoiding demagogy and focusing on labor interests. He argued for jobful citizenship, immigrant education restrictions, shorter workdays, and opposition to child labor, urging permanent organized labor headquarters in cities like Indianapolis.
The article notes a broad stock market rise since McKinley's election. It contrasts stocks with nominal values now near par and dividend earners reaching high figures. A table compares prices on Aug 28 for 18% era and the same dates in 1900 1901 and 1902 for principal stocks.
Conservatism warns of a precipice while James R Keene argues a solid base for higher values. He cites abundant crops, open markets, and improved railroads with rising earnings and stable dividends. Labor Day turnout shows mixed sentiment across regions amid calls for dignity in work.
Dr Andrews of Nebraska State University argues major parties fail to adapt to economic and social shifts, noting business moves faster than statecraft. He cites farm value gains and land sales, while the Olympia harbor landing and weather on Labor Day highlight broader public concerns.
A Philadelphia Bulletin item humorously notes Her face is her fortune and Oh well it’s no disgrace to be poor while the Chicago Tribune punchline features Mortified Bridegroom who expected a four figure wedding gift and a bride who quips that eleven dollars and twenty cents counts as four figures.
Washington Star reports a comic exchange where Meandering Mike boasts of being a versatile handyman yet declines work, citing principles behind his continued unemployment. The dialogue features a teasing exchange with a lady and references Gare’s strike triggering sympathy actions.
A collection of quick quips and anecdotes from historical papers. It recalls Jefferson's inaugural address and a clever horse tether reply. It also includes a stern father and a child’s humorous mishearing, ending with a grandmother and granddaughter lampoon about hair combing.
Rome official word reports the Propaganda recommended the Pope appointing Right Rev. John M. Farley auxiliary bishop of New York to become archbishop of New York after the death of M A Corrigan. George Montgomery of Los Angeles named coadjutor to Archbishop Riordan of San Francisco. Cardinal Gotti presided as cardinals discussed for over three hours with unanimous support for Farley. Ratification by the Pope awaited with formal confirmation possibly delayed.
War Department anticipates a push to amend the Chinese exclusion law to the Philippines to allow plantation labor under regulated admission. Proposals would borrow Hawaii’s coolie protections, require bonds and identification, and require departure after set periods. Tariff returns for five months show only 11194 in receipts, far below expectations, prompting congressional action.
A Frankfurt Zeitung writer in Manila defends U S forces in Samar against cruelty charges. He notes patient, humane handling of resistance, cites excesses as rare, and argues against judging American warfare by isolated cases. He praises measured governance by surrendered insurgent officers as prudent.
News from West Baden Springs reports the immense health resort hotel under circular construction now opening with 1505 the register. The resort stands as one of the state’s greatest health retreats, featuring an expansive hotel and planned facilities, marking a significant addition to the area.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Valparaiso Indiana Sept 1 indicates the first regular train over the C R M railroad traversed the county, proving the appropriations by two townships. Opponents attempted to wreck the train by driving spikes into the tires but the locomotive was halted before damage occurred.
In West Baden Ind on September 1 the new West Baden Springs Hotel opened with ten registrants before noon. The circular hotel features a 200 foot diameter inner court covered by a vast dome. A fountain sits at the center and is lit by electric lights. The hotel and grounds are described as one of the world’s great health resorts.
In Covington Indiana on September 1 farmers in the surrounding area have launched a movement to eliminate advertising signs on barns and fences. They argue signs mar the beauty of homes and landscapes and hope the reform plan will spread across the state.
Isaiah Vernon a Deering Binder Company agent shot himself in the head this afternoon at Logansport Ind after a period of ill health and money worries. Separate from this, the Phil Ups murder trial in Rockville reached a pause as expert witness Edwin Tetsell testified on bullet origins and Markin’s alleged gunfire with corroboration from Vigo County Sheriff Daniel Fasig.
Franklin Indiana September 1 The college plans a robust term with improved finances and a full football slate led by captain Marcus D Webb. New faculty additions include Miss Jessie D Lewis in music and harmony while Coach search proceeds. Notable opponents include Purdue Earlham Rose Polytechnic Wabash Hanover and Shortridge with multiple away games.
Greenfield Indiana marks the start of a week long free street carnival and agricultural show to aid the Military Band and the Queen's Council. The event opened with a ceremony before the courthouse with remarks by Mayor George A. Carr and ex Mayor John F. Eagan. Large crowds are expected as farmers take a pause from a busy prosperous summer for celebration.
Richmond scene notes the Earlham College gymnasium receiving a modern floor removal of posts and new apparatus, boosting basketball facilities as the campus prepares for fall. Wayne County Teachers Institute opens with instructors Earl Barnes and others. Jay County teachers begin institute at First Christian Church with Dr. Schaeffer and colleagues.
In Rockport Ind on September 1 a fight erupted after three drunken men insulted Joseph Walden's wife in his Main Street dining house. Walden stabbed one assailant after a knife fight, his son chased away the other two with a hatchet as the crowd dispersed. The wounded man and Walden were both covered in blood.
Covington Indiana September 1 Clay D Williams of Covington was arrested in Danville Illinois by Marshal De Haven to answer desertion. He is sent to Fort Sheridan Chicago for trial. Williams enlisted June 4 from Danville and was sent to Columbus Ohio after wounding an officer in a knife attack and deserting at once.
Peter Hostutler, linked to the Versailles lynching arrests, returned to his Kokomo home for Labor Day. Within an hour he fought in the Weser saloon, nearly wrecking the place by breaking a plate glass window. Police ignored the combatants until Hostutler was detained.
Special to the Indianapolis Journal from Covington Indiana reports David Clem a seventy year old man from Indiana who sent a death threat to David Cunningham of Blount Illinois. Cunningham obtained a warrant and Clem was brought before a Danville justice with a Sept eight hearing set. Clem who weighs about 215 pounds seeks to duel Cunningham. A prior 24 year old killing by Clem of Milo Gritton was defended by Gen John C Black on self defense grounds.
Rushville inde mayor J M Stevens marshal Lee Wicker and city clerk Harry Lakin were sworn in today. Stevens succeeds Democratic mayor J M Frazee and Wicker succeeds Democratic marshal Charles Hi Jones. Lakin succeeds Republican John Rutledge. In Marion, glass workers return from the East with Standard cooperative bottle house of North Marion set to reopen tomorrow and Marion Flint to light its fires on Friday.
A gasolene line boat used at Rome City was burned this morning after a gasoline explosion. The engineer, about to start collecting cottagers for the train to Fort Wayne, was slightly injured. The vessel had just entered service at the start of the season.
Everett Morgan and wife and Miss Sarah Lindley, missionaries at Catorce, Mexico, face death threats unless they leave by Sept 17. The U S minister to Mexico has been asked to intervene. They may depart before the 17th but plan to return. natives once laid in wait for them. Formerly lived in Plainfield.
A Georgia sheriff arrived in Kokomo today demanding Will Crawford, jailed for swindling residents of Kokomo, Indianapolis, Lafayette, and Anderson. Crawford is wanted in Georgia on perjury counts, but Kokomo officers refused to surrender him.
North Vernon Indiana dated September 1 reports the city’s new officials taking office. The new mayor is the first Republican to lead in eight years, and all city offices are held by Republicans except two members of the City Council.
A man who gave his name as E W Bell and claimed Upper Sandusky Ohio as home was arrested in Valparaiso Indiana as a possible Will Bartholin the Chicago killer. He matched the description but proved his identity and was released and sent home. Afterward the same police offered him a reception.
Miss Adah Magaw daughter of Mr and Mrs Theo philus Magaw and Otis D Wooley married last evening at the home of John Wooley in Franklin Indiana.
Kendallville ind Sept Willam Bunyan died yesterday at moon aged sixty nine years He was last surviving member of the drug firm W J Bunyan in business here over half a century He represented Noble and LaGrange counties in the State senate He was Republican chairman of the Twelfth congressional district the year Benjamin Harrison was elected President Bloomington ind Sept 1 Mrs Jane Robinson aged sixty three years one of the best known women of Bloomington was buried from the Reformed Presbyterian Church today Browntown ind 1 Christian Branaman was buried at Clear Syrine en
Portland reports a library board committee meeting for Tuesday evening to set the free library dedication on September 10. Senator Fairbanks will attend the ceremony. Other items include Warren damage from a threshing engine accident and several local community events across towns.
Deputies and head consuls of Indiana Modern Woodmen of America plan a three day School of Instruction in this city Sept 15 16 and 17 with headquarters at Denison Hotel. Lecturers include Edward B Thomas J Garver Harry N Fine and others plus a full program of talks debates and discussions led by district deputies and leading officers.
Navy landsmen discuss that the island lies outside the defended territory and therefore was not expected to be bombarded by the enemy. The conclusion wraps the first page coverage noting strategic omission and potential implications for defense planning.
Block Island reports a two hour bombardment followed by a landing of marines under cover of fire. Rear Admiral Higginson commanded the fleet which occupied Beacon Hill signal station near Great Salt Pond. Eight hundred Marines now hold the station while a state attack on New London is said to be planned.
The Olympia cruiser's force landed at Woods Hole Massachusetts and seized telegraph and telephone stations cutting off communications with Martha's Vineyard and Elizabeth Island. Led by Lieutenant A L Everhardt, crews entered the Martha's Vineyard Telegraph Co and the telephone station, grappling for cables and carrying out the seizure with rapid, decisive action.
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