The Indianapolis Times masthead and imprint
The Indianapolis Times daily, except Sundays, published by The Indianapolis Times Publishing Co. at 214 220 W Maryland St Indianapolis Ind. Price in Marion County five or ten cents weekly elsewhere three to twelve cents weekly. Boyd Gurley editor.
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Governor’s letter opens interview for Stephenson’s ex wife
The piece notes a shift in policy when Stephenson’s former wife, suing for money, was allowed to see him after a governor’s letter. It contrasts this with earlier rules that barred six State Senators, asserting a governor’s letter could have opened doors and public interest warranted such access. It calls for an explanation after Attorney General Gilliam’s letter.
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Indiana
Stephenson
Gilliam
Omission in Chamber report sparks call for scrutiny
A critical look at the Chamber of Commerce report reveals no mention of a planned convention building funded by a million dollars and under mayoral influence. Editors urge advisory role for the Chamber amid city governance changes and potential debt risks, citing Tomlinson Hall site savings and broader university funding debates.
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Chamber
Civic Affairs Committee
Tomlinson Hall
Jubilee marks twenty five years of Ontario hydro power
Ontario celebrates a silver jubilee for 25 years of public hydro power. The Ontario Power Commission now supplies 481 towns and cities at the world's lowest rates, far cheaper than in the United States. The piece notes optimistic forecasts and calls for caution in quoting figures.
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Ontario
Ontario Power Commission
United States
What Colleges Are For
John D. Rockefeller Jr argues higher education should be funded as a business rather than philanthropy arguing that privately run colleges should cover half their operating costs with tuition and gifts. The piece discusses shifting aims from service to community to personal gain.
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John D. Rockefeller Jr
John D. Rockefeller, Jr
E. W. Scripps
Negligent hiring in drunken cab case upheld
The Washington Supreme Court ruled the injured man cannot recover damages from a taxi company when he knowingly hired a driver who was intoxicated. The decision holds the plaintiff negligent for choosing a drunk driver.
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Supreme Court of the State of Washington
City Manager Plan Committee Laments Election Focus Over Ability
The committee critiques the current political system, arguing it prizes getting elected over ability and integrity in office. It warns frequent personnel changes disrupt plans and notes successful City Manager cities plan 20 to 50 years ahead with stable, business-like, public-serving leadership.
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Civic Committee
Chamber
You do not have to register to vote June 21
In person voting is required on June 21 with no absent ballot option. Voters must cast ballots in person and may not use absentee voting.
Canadian clerk’s prank spurred by boredom in lumber camp
A. Blais, a Canadian clerk, telephoned news that Nungesser and Coli had been found to “relieve life in a lumber camp.” He admits the joke was a lapse born of boredom and a desire for a thrill amid anxious families.
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Nungesser
Coli
Blais
United Press exposes hoax over Nungesser and Coli fate
The United Press is commended for avoiding sensational headlines from unconfirmed reports about the fate of Nungesser and Coli. False stories have worsened the tragedy and troubled their voyage coverage.
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Dante
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Nungesser
Coli
Sherlock Holmes and the fate of a fictional detective
The piece reflects on Sherlock Holmes as a real appearing figure and whether Doyle’s destruction of the character was appropriate. It cites views on his influence as a moral ideal and compares him to real figures like Rockefeller and Scripps, then shifts to Poland, Russia, and a note on European diplomacy amid retaliatory threats.
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Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Pinkerton
Burns
Arthur Conan Doyle
Poland
Russia
Russia and China Akin Forces in a World Coalition
The piece argues that Russia and China are bound by race and geography and by a world bent on forcing a reluctant partnership. Outside Russia, China gains little support as nations treat them as usurpers while building up naval and military power in Asia. The Chinese revolution is described as advancing inevitably toward its own course.
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China
State origin of United States Senator Elkins discussed
The article notes two past United States Senators named Elkins from West Virginia Stephen B. Elkins died in Washington January 5 1911 and his son Davis Elkins served by appointment January 9 1911 to January 31 1911. Davis Elkins was elected to the Senate in 1918 with a term ending March 4 1925.
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United States
Elkins
Senate
West Virginia
Stephen B. Elkins
Washington
Davis Elkins
Ifs for Prohibition in Times Readers Editorials
A Times Readers' editorial argues against strict prohibition citing religious outreach, flood relief, and possible law reforms. It presents a series of "ifs" urging churches to preach, funds to repair rivers, and citizens to voice opinions, suggesting repeal or amendment within a year.
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Jesus Christ
Mississippi River
Indianapolis
White River
Mississippi
Mr Fixit Receives Requests For Weed Patch Cut And Trash Pickup
Letters ask Mr Fixit to remove overgrown weeds harboring snakes at a Vermont Street corner lot and to stop trash collection at 2113 Gent Avenue. A former patient credits whisky with recovery and argues for physician access to prescription use.
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Gent Ave
E. C. Truly Nolen
Big Train and 1926 sports quiz questions
A teaser lists the first five sport related brain teasers with answers on page 15. It asks who earned the nickname Big Train the 1926 US women’s tennis champion the national open golf champion the 1926 national track winner and a top racehorse with high winnings.
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U. S
Harding
Coolidge
Nevada
Indianapolis
Times receives praise for improved dress and makeup
A writer lauds the Indianapolis Times for its new dress and makeup, calling the redesign a big improvement and a progressive step. The piece commends the paper’s typeface and overall appearance, noting the enhancement as a worthy development.
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Indianapolis Times
The
Times
the Times
Answers to Common Questions in a Quiz Style Roundup
The piece lists facts about universities and states using a Q and A format. It notes Columbia University’s 1925 26 resident student count and lists states with electric chair executions as well as details about actor Richard Dix’s salary and Caruso’s children with Signora Giachetti.
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United States
Columbia University
New York City
Bridge Auction Guide: East's Declarations Analyzed
In the June 16 bridge problem sheet East must decide after Strong Double in No Trump against a minor. The reader weighs passes and bids across Nos 9 through 16, recommending passes, two Hearts, or two No Trumps, with rationale for each based on hand shape and vulnerability.
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East
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