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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1926
Page
11
An editorial warns that suspending constitutional guarantees to enforce liquor laws would lead to widespread police searches and violations of home privacy. It argues against damages lawsuits, urging readers to oppose laws enabling such police practices and defend constitutional rights.
Secretary of the Treasury Mellon told Washington reporters that expenditures in the Pennsylvania senatorial primary were lawful and necessary. He blamed the primary system and party bosses, not the corruptionists, and suggested the fault lay with the process rather than individuals. The remark came before a broader national reckoning, implying scrutiny would focus on the Pittsburgh financier behind the treasury post.
The article analyzes Brazil quitting the League of Nations in protest over not receiving a permanent council seat. It notes the council’s role in crises, the ultimatum issued, and the potential expulsion of Brazil in favor of Germany. It observes the league’s stance and the prospect of Brazil remaining a member after a two year hiatus.
The piece questions what topics Secretary Mellon should discuss if he visits Indiana this fall in response to Watson Robinson and Wald. It notes Mellon’s stance against the farm relief bill, his praise for paying election workers, and hints at a clash with Watson over political money and Newberry style practices, ending with a skeptical jab at agriculture funding.
A congressional bill to ban mailing firearms gains support as lawmakers cite thousands of pistols delivered to Detroit and other cities. The piece notes fatal uses of the Thomas machine gun and urges licensing, citizenship checks, and safeguards to prevent access by criminals or children. It contrasts British penalties with American gun violence and argues for stricter controls.
M E Tracy argues voters must cleanse politics themselves not rely on outsiders. He blames machine politics for GOP primary corruption and urges electing Democrat William B Wilson to rebuke the system. Also recalls Nicola Coville, veteran musician, who died at 79 amid noisy Coney Island fare. The columnist questions jazz’s societal impact and personal taste.
Oscar K. Goll surveys Mexico’s economy and writes that the nation runs 113 sugar refineries, 130 cotton mills, 75 shoe factories, and 68 hydro plants. He notes Mexico buys heavy U.S. machinery and steel, cars and chemicals, and operates a 14,000 mile rail network with government control on much of it. He argues Mexico’s oil leadership and mineral exports contrast with Western fears of banditry.
Incorporation papers for the Indianapolis Music Shoppe 4172 College Ave list capital stock at 10000. The concern will take over the business and assets of the Indianapolis Music House formerly at 134 N Pennsylvania St. Incorporators include John C. C. William Hoag e L.
A long critique praises Polly Preferred and Polly Pierpont Inc as clever theater stock. John Thorn as Crawford Boswell leads a Burlesque flavored performance with Vivien Tobin as Polly Brown and George Gaul as press agent, while scenic design and lighting receive high marks. The piece sits amid reviews of Within the Law at English's and other acts at English's Palace Lyric and nearby venues.
Stage Verdict ENGLISH'sS praised as mighty good theater with Edythe Elliott and Bernice Marshuls receiving top honors. Polly Preferred starring Stuart Walker hailed as a magnificent comedy event of the season. LYRIC-Davey Jamison praised as real hit of the show. PALACE-Observer commends Bernard Weber tenor for notable work.
Local listings cite multiple venues including Apollo Circle Isia and Up town with shows such as Old Loves and New The Phantom Bullet and For Heaven s Sake, indicating a bustling night for cinema and theatergoers.
The reader asks about key congressional measures including income tax revisions debt settlements with foreign debtors Muscle Shoals leasing Esch Cummins railroad act McFadden Banking bill and World Court reservations. Also notes government buildings appropriation of 165 million. A separate query asks why jewels are used in watches due to hardness and wear resistance.
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