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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1925
Page
7
A constitutional clause proclaims that no law shall restrain the free interchange of thought or limit the right to speak write or print on any subject. This interpreter emphasizes broad protection of expression.
The article reports on Herbert Hoover arguing for local rather than federal regulation of electric utilities. He defends state commissions, warns against centralized bureaucratic control, and emphasizes self government and local knowledge in setting fair rates.
The Moscow cable to the Christian Science Monitor says the end of prohibition after eleven years rests on enforcement failures. Government spokesmen note Russia could not cope with a widespread home brew problem, with country districts highlighted as problematic.
Critics blast Lawrence F. Orr chief examiner as personal interests override state duties. Last Saturday the State budget committee, of which Orr is a member, imposed broad salary reductions on many state officials, including Orr, signaling a clear stance on his attitude.
The Indianapolis Times and Paramount Pictures announce an essay contest on The Pony Express. Students must write a 250 word piece in ink, with name and address, mailed to The Pony Express Editor. Prizes: $20 first, $10 second, $5 third, plus two Apollo tickets for ten runners up. Entries close Wednesday Oct 28.
The Times states readers may request factual information by mail to the Washington Bureau Indiana oils address. Postage to England costs one cent per two ounces. House clerk selection uses viva voce voting at Congress start. Senate uses the party method.
A 1925 NEA Service column quotes Tom Sims on prizes and money. The piece jabs at first prizes and big profits, notes a tobacco warehouse collapse in Danville Virginia, and comments on hats and fashion. It mentions airplane trouble in Washington and jokes about wealth and jail. Also notes Germany using coal as jet substitute and argues for jet fuel.
Rev. John R. Gunn urges readers to resist discouragement, cite Deuteronomy and God’s presence as guidance. He warns that discouragement robs achievement and joy, but with faith and effort one can endure hardship, aided by divine help and self-reliance.
A discussion on Indiana school board elections highlights three competing ticket movements Citizens' Committee Federation of Civic Clubs and United Protestant Ticket while arguing for nonpartisan board selection remains preferable. The piece contrasts partisan practice with merit based choice and notes public skepticism about politicizing school seats. It also surveys recent aviation fatalities and safety concerns in flight, underscoring progress and hazards in early air travel.
An aged New Albany man named Beemer was found insane with $14 167 in his pockets including $10 000 in bonds. He survived by begging and scavenging, hoarding money while living in privation, prompting reflection on thrift and its purpose beyond mere hoarding.
Agmar Stegman aged 21, an aviatrix, died when her parachute tangled with a plane near South at rig on Sunday after she jumped from the aircraft.
Gee Lenz and wife of Anderson Indiana welcomed their sixteenth child this Saturday, eight boys and eight girls, all healthy. The piece argues against extinction fears of the white race and notes Indiana birth rates and the value of quality over quantity in offspring.
Hal Cochran extols resilience, noting cheerful outlook boosts daily life and helps weather problems. He argues true grit appears when one still strives and smiles despite troubles, urging consistent effort and a positive demeanor.
Theatre review chews over No No Nanette at English's in Indianapolis. Ona Munson stars as a flapper leading a strong cast including Crumit Brian and Julia Sanderson with vibrant song numbers and lively dancing. critics praise Munson and the ensemble while noting audience appetite for the musical comedy.
The first encyclopedia is attributed to Speusippus a Plato disciple who died in 339 B C Among Romans the first encyclopedist was Marcus Terentius Varro who died about 27 B C The notes place these figures at the origins of encyclopedic writing.
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