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Newspaper
Batesville Tribune
Location
Batesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1922
Page
2
The piece riffs on politicians, royals, and curiosities from around the globe. It jokes about ex presidents, the Electoral College, and a California murderess, while noting Christmas taxes and Turkey joining the League of Nations.
A New York swindler who peddled counterfeit German marks allegedly gave the least value for victims’ money. The case ties to a thief who reportedly took $200,000 from the Denver mint, supposedly to fund needs for his son.
A hustling newspaper man travels to Hollywood to learn insiders, but finds many stars already have the scoop. A New York evangelist notes that gunmen and bandits seem devoid of souls yet are generally well heeled.
A Michigan man was forced by the court to pay $5,000 in attorney fees after his wife was arrested on charges related to an attempted murder of him. The ruling highlights the legal consequence for spousal criminal accusations and the burden of legal costs in such cases.
A Berlin gunman reportedly agreed to murder Maximilian Harden for three dollars and fifty cents. The remark sparked calls for urgent U.S. action to shield American murderers from European competition.
A magazine writer asserts each drink shortens life by 25 minutes but notes the figure likely dates from pre Volstead days before the stronger liquor era began.
An editorial questions the motives behind attacks on Attorney General Daugherty. It argues persecutions arise from powerful interests offended by his vigorous enforcement of the law, noting no proof has surfaced and chief accuser has refused to testify as investigations falter.
The Washington Herald argues for a fresh investigation into big interests allegedly behind attacks on the U S Attorney General. It questions whether the Whiskey Ring, War Profiteers, or the Palmer Garvan group are responsible and asserts the assaults on states are baseless and insulting to the public.
Governor MecCray argues public interest should guide the primary law amid costly elections with Indiana showing about half of voters participate and few contests. County costs range 29 cents to 1.69 per vote. many races unopposed. Legislature to decide whether to modify repeal or drop the law.
Governor McCray told Republican lawmakers in the Indiana House that a $1,000,000 appropriation for the Pendleton reformatory faces Democratic opposition but will receive Republican backing. He urged new auto and fuel taxes to fund highway construction and urged tax law amendments.
Charles S. Dibler elected county school superintendent by township trustees in Madison. term begins January 1. Michael E. Foley of Indianapolis spoke in Crawfordsville High School auditorium for Near East Relief. Melvel L. Claypool chairs Near East Relief in Montgomery County. Claude Sears of Mays wins Rush County five acre corn contest with 107.8 bushels per acre. ten entrants average 93.1, Sears and W L Both top with 100.1. medals awarded and a silver cup to Sears. Petersburg disannexation suit defeated in favor of the city. Roy Chambers of Bicknell, Knox County sheriff, appoints Henry Mack, Martin Dretman and W E Chadwick as aides. Mack and Dretman were Democratic primary rivals.
On the first day of school a girl hesitates about her father's occupation. Lucy finally reveals her father runs the women's page and the beauty column of the newspaper.
Halloween bonfires traced to Druid tradition in Scotland and Wales. Stones placed for each person were checked after to reveal a death omen if any stone moved within a year.
The narrator notes contrasts in African child care such as babies carried on backs or hips, not in cradles, and not rocked but rolled on mats, reflecting unfamiliar practices seen during travel.
A quote from Saville compares false gravity to a stubborn life inertia. It likens slow, loud rivers at the bottom to a man’s rigid routine, suggesting a thick mental mud at the brain’s base as a sign of inborn stiffness.
Keep a diary note of each child's height and weight monthly or at least twice yearly to monitor growth. Track progress over time and note changes to assess development.
A Boston Evening Transcript note discusses how many people frame their admissions as hard-luck tales. It highlights the persuasive pull of personal misfortune in public confessions and commentary.
A report notes that the brains of Japanese men and women average lighter in weight than their American and English counterparts, highlighting comparative brain size across national groups.
A quote from Henry Ward Beecher notes that a man who cannot learn from errors loses the chance to become a great schoolmaster. The saying highlights the value of reflection and growth through missteps.
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