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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1925
Page
11
The fragment quotes a daily publication policy emphasizing free speech and the right to publish and speak on any subject as guaranteed by constitutional principles. It references subscription lines and a phone contact, highlighting press freedoms in general terms.
An editorial condemns the Edward Prater case in Indianapolis noting a 16 year old robber killed a conductor during a streetcar hold up and was sentenced to a two to twenty one year reformatory term. The piece argues for harsher treatment and questions manslaughter as a verdict while calling for better care for the mentally ill and against coddling youths.
County officials plan to abandon Julietta hospital for mentally unfit residents. 244 patients to be moved to Newcastle Epileptics facility or county infirmary with others returned home. State argues responsibility, Central Hospital warns of capacity, politics intensify as 1926 could force doorstep transfers.
The Dearborn Independent claimed a Shanghai park barred dogs and Chinese. American consul J E Jacobs forwarded the issue to Shanghai's council. Secretary E S B Rowe replied there was no such sign, while accurate notices limit park access by foreigners and require decent dress. the piece lampoons foreign arrogance in China.
A letter from a driver urges enforcement of bicycle light laws, noting many riders lack tail or head lights. The editor responds with plans to inform police at roll call and keep residents updated.
Complete statistical information on mileage of public improvements in Indianapolis has been prepared by Sherman Henricks Edwin C Coeppers and Arthur F Hausler of the city engineer's department.
The query notes the Columbus Indiana county fair ran August 18 to 21. It also recounts the 1856 Brooks Sumner incident with Rep Preston Brooks attacking Sen Charles Sumner in the Senate chamber after a May 22, 1856, clash.
Police announce an arrest on sight order for known shoplifters and pickpockets in the downtown retail district from now until Christmas. The plan aims to curb holiday theft and reduce purse snatchings with a yearly deadline, though critics question the approach and broader national character.
Y M C A leader J Elliott of Chicago addressed a conference in Anderson arguing that Grange turning pro is not a crime. He compared it to parricide, then defended Grange as modest and honest, noting he earns a living from his talent just as performers do in other fields.
A morning fire at the First A M E Church in Gary broke out as worshipers gathered. Firefighters battled the blaze for two hours, keeping flames from spreading. The piece argues prayer cannot control nature and notes droughts and weather vary by region.
A fragmented quotation cites California banker E T Bailey claiming Americans are superficial and indifferent as the nation stands in a tense moment. The line reflects concerns about national character and societal priorities.
A short column laments the phrase in a minute used by children from an early age. Mothers urge tasks while kids stall with that chorus, delaying chores and school by a routine, classic excuse.
Countess Karolyi recounts being torn between royalist and republican loyalties as she and her husband County Michael Karolyi led Hungary toward democracy. She details his U S inspired ideals, agrarian reform, wartime separate peace efforts, and the postwar exile under Admiral Horthy, including property confiscation and ongoing persecution.
Cuba uses the gold peso as its monetary unit, equal to the American gold dollar. Coinage includes gold pieces of 20, 10, 5, 4, 2 and 1 peso, silver pieces of 1 peso, 40, 20 and 10 centimos, and nickel pieces of 5, 2 and 1 centimos.
Sermon on Mark 14 13 stressing God's notice of small deeds. A pitcher of water becomes an example of humble service, urging faithful, unseen acts over fame. The speaker, Rev John R Gunn, argues lasting greatness lies in doing little things well for God and humanity.
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