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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1925
Page
5
Washington data show Indiana's net per capita debt at 51 cents, the lowest among 48 states as of end of 1923. State government costs reached 9.85 per person, with total revenue 80.94 million and a 1.3 million excess over expenditures.
Indiana's general fund indebtedness since 1923 has reached 32.5 million linked to a bank loan due June 30. Deputy State Auditor L C Johnson said partial retirement might be possible thanks to heavy current tax receipts. The current balance stands at 8,602,066.57, more than enough for expenses.
Jonas R. Waffle of the Indiana Bituminous Coal Operators Association testified at an Interstate Commerce Commission hearing in the Federal Building. He warned that further rate cuts on coal from West Virginia and eastern Kentucky to Indiana would cause irreparable injury to Indiana’s coal industry. The Indiana State Chamber of Commerce seeks rate reductions.
Statement from Inter State Fire Insurance Co Detroit Michigan listing capital paid up assets including cash bonds and stocks and other securities. Also shows premiums due and in process of collection and liabilities such as losses unadjusted and unpaid bills, with totals for net assets and liabilities certified by Indiana Insurance Commissioner on April 28 1925.
A national survey shows fourteen states facing anti evolution clashes led by Tennessee with Dayton as a focal point. Legislatures and boards bar Darwinism and debate rages from Florida to Oregon as clauses and resolutions threaten to ban or limit evolution teaching. The Scopes trial already draws national attention with legal heavyweights tied to the defense and Bryan ready to argue the state's case.
Ralph Lee charged with the July murder of Abner Peek a Knox County Tenn jail inmate held on highway robbery charges. He escaped Franklin Indiana before trial and Knoxville officials may not extradite unless conviction occurs. maximums and requisition efforts noted.
Raymond T. Richey, evangelist, addressed Cable Tabernacle Monday night. He referred to published reports about Thomas R. Marshall dying while reading his Bible, saying the old testament blessed the moment.
West Baden Indiana June 1 Mrs Genevieve Parkhurst associate editor Pictorial Review speaks at the General Federation of Women's Clubs biennial meeting and urges stricter laws on minor marriage and sterilization for criminals asserting modern girls are more capable and not for marriage as a business.
James A Drain and Governor Jackson will headline the dedication of the first Indiana War Memorial unit on June 17. A 1:30 p.m. parade will precede a ceremony at the Meridian and St Clair street site, with Auxiliary head Mrs. Oliphant and New Jersey leader George Dobson speaking. Civic bands will perform and bids for excavation have been advertised with work to start soon.
Hawkins former president of the Hawkins Mortgage Company seeks release from Marion County jail in federal court this afternoon. Bond set at 30000 last week, but security offered by Hawkins sisters was refused by Judge Baltzell. He faces trial on charges of conspiracy to use the mails to defraud.
Washington on June 2 reports President Coolidge opened the door after Kellogg and Mellon rejected George Harvey's proposal for a French-British-American debt conference in London. The White House statement noted that the debt funding commission in Washington is involved.
Mrs Rose Stephe 22 and Mrs Mery Marks 20 gypsies of Chicago were discharged on petit larceny charges after appealing a city court fine of 25 dollars and costs and 30 days in Indiana Woman's Prison for alleged theft of 9 dollars from Edward Benson at 1704 West Michigan Avenue. They wore flowing dresses and bright shawls and said they would leave for Kansas City Missouri.
The article reports on club activities addressing divorce records, press and magazine relations, and a luncheon by Woman's Home Companion associate editor Anna Steele Richardson. It notes emergency resolutions on communist movement dangers and lists new directors including Lofgren, Spear, Bayless, Gillentire, and Dickson plus chairmen Maynard and Miller.
John D. Bond aged 26 of 328 West Washington Street is held on embezzlement charges. Police say a warrant was signed by C. G. Dahien of 424 South Meridian Street.
advert claims thousands report quick relief from the first bottle. urges readers to try it today and be convinced. promotes Hook’s Dependable Drug Stores and other good drug stores as retailers.
James W. Longmire of Indianapolis wrote a river inspired verse en route to the Federal penitentiary at Leavenworth Kansas. He was among thirteen federal prisoners moved recently for illegal narcotics sales serving a year and a day.
William H. Bunch, 34, 769% W New York St, fined and ordered jailed one to four teen years on grand larceny charges after entering a fire station and taking accessories. Carl Bricker, 25, also fined and sentenced for grand larceny for allegedly taking an automobile from William C. Miller of 50 Virginia Ave.
A. M. Gross Brenner a national committee member of the United Typothetae and a Chamber of Commerce committee discussed keeping the School of Printing in Indianapolis. The group weighs moving from Technical High School due to facilities issues as Cincinnati and other cities have offered alternatives.
A Times photograph captures former Vice President Thomas R. Marshall with his foster son Morrison in Indianapolis. The pair visited the city during Marshall's Washington visit and famously toured Santa Claus shops together, creating a memorable holiday moment for locals. Morrison died years earlier and was buried in Marion, Indiana.
The Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce proposes daily letter slogans for June to promote the city. Items include references to conventions, facilities, parks, labor, industry, and attractions such as the Art Institute and a major motor speedway.
Three baby foxes frolicked in Mayor Shank's office halting city business today. Presented by State game warden William B. Garrabrant, Shank said he would keep one fox as a household pet.
An advertisement claims Zemo soothes itching and cleanses skin, banishing irritations like eczema and ringworm after first use. It touts a non-greasy base suitable for use during trial periods, with a large size priced at $1.00.
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