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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1926
Page
7
The Indianapolis Times editorial urges Democratic unity for two Senate seats, contrasts Watson and Robinson with Coolidge pledges, and calls for a referendum on Volsteadism. It lauds Bill Culver as a great, honest journalist and reflects on his passing as a victory of life well lived.
Reporters call Ailsa Mellon the world’s richest bride as she marries David E. K. Bruce in Washington. The ceremony highlights old fashioned vows with her choosing to keep the name and promise to obey, amid a scene of political and social contrasts.
The Indianapolis Times recalls William Byron Colver of Washington a longtime Scripps Howard figure who served in every editorial role from junior reporter to editorial director and retired last year due to ill health He also served as Federal trade commissioner at President Wilsons request during the war His record is described as loyal to high ideals.
A reflective commemorative piece honors soldiers across three wars who sacrificed for liberty and equality. It notes how war has evolved with new weapons yet the enduring spirit of courage remains, urging living comrades to rededicate themselves to the ideals those soldiers defended.
Famous Metropolitan Opera star Maria Jeritza wins in court to stop Louis and Isidore Cohen from using her name or likeness on cigar bands. The article footnotes her overseas acclaim and mocks nosey prima donna culture while tossing in brief political and social asides.
The piece satirizes Gilbert Frankau claiming to be the greatest living authority on women, comparing him to W L George and other figures. It mocks British boasting and suggests Americans like Browning Thaw Stillman and Fatty Arbuckle know women better, ending with a jab at Joyce.
Metropolitan School of Music plans an annual program of readings and recitals on June 3 at the Odeon 8 15 pm. Misses Berk Hoyle Cox Emert and others perform scenes and readings from noted works. Graduates from the school and public school music earn diplomas from Butler University. commencement June 18 at the Odeon.
The Indiana College of Music outlines a June schedule with Edward Resener becoming conductor of the Circle Theater Orchestra during a special performance at the Masonic Temple. A student recital featuring numerous pupils under Miss Pauline Ross and others is set for June 6, with additional advanced recital June 2 and summer dormitory arrangements announced for out of town students. Educational director R Arthur Mason will join as of September 1 and a Matinee Musical season plan, plus a Progressive Series Piano Teachers Club reception, is noted with several prominent pianists and ensembles listed.
W. W. Sterns of Hudson New Hampshire and his wife travel the country in a Studebaker Big Six built house on wheels. They crossed ten states since last September and plan more trips to California and the western states. The duo travel with their chauffeur Clarence Cantrill and enjoy a mobile kitchen and two room sleeping and dining areas.
A satirical brief on modern industry and labor contrasts with comfortable boasts of progress. It riffs on daily toil, routine promises, and the pull between work and leisure, concluding with a vaudeville style joke about a man seeking his wife.
Broad Ripple Park begins its outdoor season featuring a state’s largest wild animal zoo with fifteen dens, a big Ferris wheel, and the world’s largest concrete swimming pool cleaned and filled. Daredevil Huggins performs a Sunday parachute leap using a new balloon style. Lifeguards and free swimming lessons accompany the opening festivities.
Mike Minardo, 19, of 443 South Alabama Street, was found guilty by a Criminal court jury of involuntary manslaughter in the death of Miss Bertha Wright, 21, of Mars Hill. He is free on bond pending a State Supreme Court appeal. The crash occurred on Rockville Road toward Indianapolis when the roadster overturned during a speed event.
One person collapsed from heat in Kansas City as temperatures topped the year’s high marks. Thunder and rough weather accompanied the heat wave overnight, signaling a hot spell continuing into the week.
London May 29 King George VI extends the wartime state of emergency during the ongoing coal strike. The proclamation in the London Gazette notes the prior April 40 order remained in effect for one month and will continue as the coal dispute persists.
A compilation of reader questions and expert responses covers biblical references to a six-fingered giant, cleaning oil paintings, car registrations by state in 1925, longevity on pension rolls, unclaimed estates in England, US capital history, healthy weights for tall girls, molasses chemistry, Seaquicentennial accounts, an Indian word for bright spot, and the first watchmaker.
The listings announce upcoming showings: Rawson's Folly starring Richard Barthelmess in Circle and Wet Paint with Raymond Griffith. Wages for Wives starring Jacqueline Logan in Colonial. Torrent featuring Greta Garbo at Apollo.
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