Night of Ideas Sparks Debate at Scientific Meeting
A 1929 Indianapolis Times piece discusses a scientific debate on religion led by Dr. Harry Elmer Barnes. It contrasts fundamentalist fears with science and cites Mark Twain's Captain Stormfield in heaven to illustrate broader views on heaven, happiness, and pain as contrasts rather than absolutes.
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New York
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Prohibition Reform Debates Spark Calls for Thorough Study
Hoover urged a fact finding investigation into prohibition abuses and enforcement. Durant Hearst and Senators Jones Bruce push plans for study and repeal, while the Association Against the Prohibition Amendment funds an impartial inquiry. Mixed results and political hurdles temper the drive for evidence based policy.
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Anti-Saloon League
Association Against the Prohibition
New York
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Reflexes and the flexion reflex in human behavior
A discussion of reflex terminology in physiology and psychology notes that reflexes are automatic responses to stimuli. It highlights the blinking reflex and tears from odors, and explains the flexion reflex when touching hot objects or stepping on a nail, causing immediate withdrawal of the limb.
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Tracy Article on Theater, Germs, and Disarmament Debate
An opinion column rails at theater managers chasing crowds, notes Rasputin's daughter fame, warns against germ thefts and the dangers of germ culture, and critiques disarmament and the Versailles terms. It argues force cannot be limited by instrument bans and praises intellectual flexibility. It cites Borah and Reed on the Kellogg pact.
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Exposure and clothing in tropical and temperate climates
The piece discusses human exposure to varying temperatures, clothing choices for sedentary and outdoor work, and how children often are overclothed. It cites Professor Leonard Hill on comfort ranges and ponders whether standardized clothing will emerge, with anecdotes about comfort, heat, and adaptation.
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America and world affairs mix with political satire
A satirical montage mocks Mussolini, Argentina, and Italian ships banned from Buenos Aires, then shifts to U S politics with governors Trumbull Roosevelt and Smith, plus a jab at Coolidge. It also notes Monterey Mexico’s grip avoidance, a beheading in China, naval debate, Texas education, and a California football misplay by Frederick Landis.
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Trumps and a Farmer's Wife Stir Controversy Across States
A jumble of notes claims public uproar over a president's bird shooting in Georgia and a New York farmer’s wife choking a fox to rescue a family dog. It also cites a historical quip about Germany and allied troops after a war, mentioning Hindenburg and war indemnities.
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Daily Thought on Wrath Envy and Happiness
Thoughtful reflections on wrath and envy contrasting cruelty with envy’s reach. A biblical verse and a Shakespearean line warn that looking at others’ happiness through their eyes can breed bitter longing.
Common Bridge Errors And How To Correct Them By W W Wentworth
A bridge instruction excerpt explains why establishing a side suit too soon is wrong. It shows the correct play after dummy and the declaring player draw trumps first to secure the game, then establish diamonds. The principle is to draw trumps while maintaining control and a ready side suit.
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W. W. Wentworth
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King of Hearts
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This Date in U S History January 5
Events include 1781 British under Benedict Arnold plundering Richmond. 1784 England relinquished sovereignty over colonies. 1798 Congress voted 12 800 to Kosciuszko the Polish patriot who aided the colonies in the Revolution.
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Questions and Answers for Readers at The Times
The Indianapolis Times invites readers to mail questions for factual replies from its Washington Bureau. Question editors note responses cover general information. medical or legal advice and extended research are not provided. The excerpt lists sample Q A including Manila Bay, who should speak first in street meetings, and a 39 second prizefight in Compute Pennsylvania.
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China
Wolf
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