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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1925
Page
7
The article cites the Bulletin of the American Bureau of Shipping arguing government ownership could invite political pressure and shift public opinion toward socialism. It warns that fear of public operation may hinder necessary shipbuilding and wartime readiness, suggesting private and mixed ownership considerations.
Representative Thiel of Lake County pushes to outlaw political questionnaires so candidates cannot be asked where they stand on issues. He argues such questionnaires embarrass candidates and deny voters full access to a candidate’s positions and records for informed judgment.
Washington report surveys the typical Congressman's life and his wife noting varied social circles in hotels and clubs. It describes the moderate pace of social events such as card parties dances lectures and theater outings and emphasizes that average members work long hours despite critics.
Washington officials clash publicly as the Navy hydrographic office and the Weather Bureau spar over long term forecasts. The hydrographic office claims annual forecasts are possible through ocean temperature study, while the Weather Bureau says such predictions are not yet scientifically feasible.
MITCHELL of the Weather Bureau states that predicting weather beyond a few days is a vague guess. He notes lack of time and funds for exhaustive research and says foreseeing a season or year ahead cannot be done at present due to many fluctuating factors.
A National News Service excerpt shows a December U S Navy Hydrographic Office memo signed by Secretary Curtis Wilbur detailing July oceanography research honoring Matthew Maury. The memo argues ocean temperature, salinity, and circulation could enable long range weather forecasts, though weather bureau critics dispute such certainty.
The text highlights the economic importance of rapid transit methods, citing air mail as the prime example of expeditious transmission of banking documents and noting its broad impact. It emphasizes time-saving as a key driver of efficiency and progress.
In Indiana a call to install traffic towers along Meridian from Ohio to St. Clair Streets proposes a synchronized system controlled by officers to speed northbound traffic during rush hours, reduce delays, and improve downtown aesthetics. The piece urges standardization of signals and careful study before widespread adoption.
George Frazer confessed to bandit crimes in Upland State Bank robbery and other depredations. He was sentenced to up to twenty five years in the State reformatory at Marion Indiana. While in police custody he vowed to shoot himself if given a gun. He laments his fate, warning that true repentance follows conviction rather than mere remorse.
A ceremonial oath for the Governor and officials drew a large state crowd. Notably the Supreme Court reporter, a woman, received extensive attention for her dress while male officials’ attire was deemed unnewsworthy. The piece critiques gendered fashion coverage in reporting.
Representative John W. Thiel of Lake County proposes a bill making it a felony to ask a candidate how he stands on a question or to mail him a questionnaire. He argues questionnaires curb voters rights to know positions but critics warn of stifling candor.
A fragmented note from Sena tor Ashurst lists a paradoxical view on lame ducks in Arizona. It mentions Rofinee Deswan songs and party affiliation, implying political commentary in a brief, terse line.
Weekly review praises The Needle's Eye for its brains and realism in fiction. It centers on John Graham heir to Graham & Co and Rhoda McLane amid unionization in Graham coal mines. The piece notes Indianapolis as UMWA headquarters and commends Train's flesh and blood characters and the social industrial insights.
A fragment notes Bill Butler, nicknamed Bill, is described as Massachusetts' new Senator after a long absence. A wire reply asks him if he supports a certain measure, but the snippet ends before the answer.
A historical review of why presidential inaugurations have traditionally begun on March 4. The piece traces early constitutional timing, 1788 January electors and February votes, Washington’s late arrival, and 1887 changes shifting electors and counts. It notes ongoing debates to move the date earlier.
An inquiry asks if rural letter carriers may take outside employment. The answer: yes they may engage in other business not interfering with duties or requiring solicitation of patrons on their routes. occupations that give unfair advantage are prohibited.
Public Library adds fiction titles such as Slave Ship by Mary Johnston and The Pearl Lagoon by C. B. Nordhoff. Religion and economics volumes include Youth and the Bible and Czechoslovakia edited by Josef Gruber. Literature and drama titles feature Best British Short Stories of 1924 and Best Plays of 1928.
In Miami the most beautiful and splendid homes include the estate owned by James Deering a wealthy manufacturer of harvester machinery. He will spend the winter season there.
A collection of short, pithy sayings and observations on life work humor and society. The snippets cover honesty ambition aging health and taxation with playful wordplay and dated references from 1925.
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