Harding Acceptance Speech for 1920 Nomination and Policy Vision
Warren G. Harding accepts the Republican nomination and outlines a platform favoring strong national sovereignty, protective tariffs, a robust merchant marine, a small but prepared army, woman suffrage, and a balanced budget. He pledges to oppose a world government and insists on free action for America within international cooperation, while urging production, thrift, and fair treatment of workers.
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Salient Points in Acceptance Speech
A republican nominee pledges fidelity to country and God and seeks unity with workers while stressing the broad inclusiveness of the constitution. He supports collective bargaining, warns against suppressing fair competition, and calls for deflation to revive the economy. The speech envisions a strong cabinet and a participatory vice president within a Republican administration.
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Mirrors on Belts Through Elizabethan and Earlier Times
The article notes that Anglo-Saxon women wore mirrors on their girdles and that the custom persisted in the Elizabethan era and James I's time. It adds that mirrors formed the core of many fans in that period and that before glass horn was used for mirrors.
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French physician restores hearing with ear massage waves
A French physician reports that massages of the ears with sound waves have restored hearing in more than two thirds of his accidentally deafened patients. The technique involves applying rhythmic ear stimulation to stimulate residual auditory nerves and improve perception.
Hoosiers Active at Convention in Chicago
Indiana Republicans dominated coverage at the Republican National Convention in Chicago. More than 1,000 Hoosiers attended, with headquarters at the Congress hotel and numerous leaders and officials active daily. Senator Watson chaired the Platform Committee, Beveridge presided briefly, New led the delegation, and Will Hays received an ovation for managing the proceedings.
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Carmel Standard backs Harding Coolidge ticket for Republicans
The Carmel Standard, once a Wood ally, editorially endorses Senator Harding and Calvin Coolidge to head the national Republican ticket. It notes Harding’s strong campaign speeches and says the convention produced a good ticket, doubting a better one could be chosen.
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Indiana Women Active in Republican Circles
Indiana women show strong eagerness to serve the Republican party with county and precinct chairmen named statewide. They will assist at polls, speak for the party, and undertake other duties. Voters approve national and state tickets and platforms, valuing candidates for sound judgment. Indiana women are expected to lead the Republican campaign in the state.
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Republicans Invited to Turkey Run Outing
Indiana Republican editors plan a summer outing at Turkey Run with Senator Harding as a potential guest. The event, likely in July, offers chicken dinner at noon and travel via the steam road to Marshall or a Crawfordsville route. B. J. Hancock of Greensburg News leads the editorial association.
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Sisler Fills Shoes of Great Ty
Ty Cobb’s shoes seem filled as George Sisler, star first baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals, leads both major leagues with a .416 batting average. Once a pitcher, Sisler’s sensational bat work made him a daily lineup staple, earning him praise as the best in the game today.
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Aren’t you afraid of stenographer revealing secrets
A courtroom exchange shows Mr Growcher confident about secrecy while a stenographer admits poor note reading. The dialogue highlights tension over confidential business discussions.
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Miserable Stomach Troubles Relieved by Dreco Say Farmer
Mr. C. B. Hendrix of Hunting ton Indiana credits Dreco with ending a lifelong battle with indigestion dyspepsia gastritis constipation and dizziness. After three bottles he reports better sleep appetite and overall health as Dreco targets stomach liver kidneys and blood. Sold locally by BELLES & SON Covington.
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