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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1926
Page
7
A biblical meditation on reconciliation from Genesis, focusing on Jacob and Esau. It contrasts fear and mercy, highlighting Esau’s magnanimity and Jacob’s selfless courage, and reflects on divine forgiveness and human reconciliation through grace.
The Indianapolis Times objects to an Anti-Saloon League defense of paying Congressmen to speak. It argues Marshall earned fees for speeches and warns that using speakers to influence votes mirrors hiring legislators. The piece cites past tensions over the Panama region and stresses the need for careful U S Britain relations.
The piece argues lawmakers seek tax cuts in 1928 while delaying 1927 reductions. It claims a 300 million surplus is reported for the current year, but politicians warn against expecting a cut soon. It suggests reductions would come only after elections to aid campaigns.
Senator Borah questions British business activities on the Isthmus of Panama. Reports claim a British corporation holds a concession to explore and exploit lands within fifty miles of the Panama Canal, a move Borah says could violate the Monroe Doctrine.
The text notes Ailsa Mellon, famed as a rich heiress, marries a $2,500 legation man while her brother Paul receives the McLaughlin prize for English composition at Yale. It muses on wealth, credit, and public praise, ending with a tongue in cheek reflection on fame and fortune.
Dr James Rowland Angell asserts Yale's democratic ethos as working students excel academically. He notes the university has long welcomed self made men and that accessible education is vital to America's future, with colleges opening wider to ambitious industrious students.
George Hasler Johnston 29 and gymnastic director begins a foodless trek from Chicago toward New York. He plans to resume eating June 30 after covering 1000 miles, though the plan risks harming his health with extreme dieting during the long hike.
Gerald Schrage a 23 year old singer actor and pianist from a Western university killed himself in New York by gas after fearing his mother’s visit from Aberdeen Washington He felt he was a failure and questioned why he pursued singing over other paths The piece ponders ambition family ties insomnia cures and a joke about a safety pen with a wry tone.
Georgia erects a statue of Dr. Crawford W. Long in the National Capitol Hall of Fame praising his ether anesthesia. The piece argues for honoring practical benefactors like plumbing engineers over politicians, noting the contrast with public memorials and media focus on reformers.
The column argues against rushing to reforms on the Volstead Act and warns public opinion is muddled. It discusses prohibition as a moral issue, state rights, and the need for careful policy. It also analyzes France's debt pact and strategic moves to end the two thirds rule, linking them to 1928 political aims and past conventions.
Coroner Paul F Robinson ruled heart disease the cause of death for 59 year old Charles H True of 1724 Ashland Ave He died after an attack while working at 2911 Broadway late Friday Authorities reported.
Two services scheduled today at Wheeler Rescue Mission at 2 30 p m and 7 30 p m will be conducted by the Rev E W Lewis The night service will feature a program by the Roneter Club a group of Mission Sunday school children.
Five dealers joined today in conducting economy road tests of the new six cylinder Overland sedan. The tests will continue next week with starting points at Riverside Park and Sixteenth Street.
Indiana College of Music and Fine Arts plans its nineteenth graduation Friday night June 18 in the college auditorium. Degrees to be awarded include Bachelor of Music to Cole Watkins, Artist's diploma to Consuela Couchmann Rettig, teacher certificates to Gertrude Whelan and Christine Owens, and public school music certificates to Maxine Ferguson and Charles Shipman. Recitals feature Consuela Couchmann Rettig June 7 and Christine Owens June 9 with piano works by Beethoven Brams and others. Ole Watkins to give a Friday night piano recital following his Bachelor of Music degree.
The Sea Beast starring John Barrymore opens the week at Uptown on College Ave at 42nd Street with Dolores Costello George O’Hara and Sojin as co stars. The Man on the Box comes Wednesday and Thursday and Little Annie Rooney with Mary Pickford screens Friday and Saturday. A rhythm orchestra and class demonstration follow the program. Also Selma Zahl and Dorothy Ryker give a joint graduation recital at the Odeon next Friday, with Mrs Kolmer accompanist and Edwin Jones on violin.
The twelfth annual Mile Theo Hewes School of Dancing recital in Indianapolis displayed wide skill from baby classes to professional numbers. Highlights included Ballet Batik with a batik backdrop, Hopi Invocation to the Thunder God with Lester Horton, and Acrobatic Rhythm with Bertha Achor, Edward Grayman, and Florence McShane, plus the Children’s Calendar of Dates. The program featured numerous performers such as Betty Jan, Mildred Barboraneet, Marjorie John, and Lester Horton among many others in a vibrant display of dance and stagecraft.
Streets department informs Mr Fixit that oiling will target heavy traffic routes while complaints from Mrs E Murry and other residents will be filed for review if funds allow. Immediate garbage pickup for Mrs Murry’s neighborhood and Montcalm Street grading will be considered. Traffic concerns on Garfield Avenue near New York Street will be addressed promptly by Traffic Inspector Lester Jones.
The Rev. George F.P. Kehl of the Second Reformed Church and Mrs Kehl will sail next Saturday aboard the Homeric for Europe. They will travel through the Holy Land Turkey Egypt Smyrna Greece Italy and France.
Indiana Central College registrar Prof. Willis Holiman announced 128 students will attend summer courses, six more than last year. Of those, seventy are in teachers' courses, with three pursuing regular college work.
Question answers cover the meaning of the laissez faire doctrine in political economy as freedom from government restraints. It notes Sesquicentennial Philadelphia as one-half more years since 1776. It lists ten largest islands, Navy enlistment lengths, Haverdill etymology, death dates for Woodrow Wilson and Bryan, and U S Soldiers Home funding and governance. Frank Mayo starred as the hero in the film With Oranges.
A collage of humorous vignettes about kittens mischief ships lost at sea and a distracted minister in a country church. Reading snippets poke fun at domestic life moving pictures and a child interrupting a sermon with a clock joke. The piece blends light humor with everyday observations.
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