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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1925
Page
11
A historical line from the Indiana Constitution asserts that no law shall restrain free interchange of thought or the right to speak write or print freely on any subject. The text is a foundational guarantee of free expression within the state's framework.
Indiana Governor Ed Jackson taps Arthur R. Robinson to fill the late Senator Ralston seat. Robinson, tied to Marion County Republicans, has long political roots, a war record, and prior service in the State Senate and on the Marion County Superior Court bench. He is viewed as a reliable insider for current Indiana power structures.
A reflection on the Fourth Amendment and home privacy citing English roots and American ideals. The author praises the Right to be secure in persons, houses, papers, and effects and lauds the U S Supreme Court for reaffirming that a dwelling requires a warrant absent lawful arrest. The piece urges standing firm against tyranny.
Herbert Hoover urged Kansas City business leaders to favor a complete inland waterway system. He proposed a 9000 mile Mississippi River network linking the Ohio, Missouri, and Great Lakes via canals, urging nationwide development to rival railroad trunk lines.
The piece questions if Republican mayoral candidate John L. Duvall can govern free of outside influence from William H. Armitage while Democratic opponent Walter Myers pledges to be beholden to voters. It notes Chicago politics style and the long reach of city hall influences.
A council member accused the city plan commission of criminal acts at a Monday night meeting. The editorial urges proof or withdrawal, saying the public deserves clarity and if proven the matter should go before the Marion County grand jury.
A reader seeks general knowledge on topics from language use among Jews to Maryland’s Old Line nickname and historical quotes. The column explains Hebrew and Yiddish usage, the Mason Dixon boundary, a Plutarch quotation about Socrates, and sap lumps on fruit and trees.
A sermon argues for the eternity of the soul, urging belief in life after death as universal across cultures. It cites Kant, Job, poets, and biblical Revelation, presenting immortality as a divine truth and royal destiny beyond this life.
The piece critiques the Steph Fenson trial delay in Noblesville, argues the jury system falters under peremptory challenges and causes, and questions the feasibility of merit-based municipal hiring amid partisan politics. It notes candidates’ positions and argues for depoliticizing city administration to reduce labor turnover.
OHN R. McQuigg urges adoption of a universal draft plan for future wars, drafting both men and money, as a core objective of his American Legion administration. He argues patriots supply manpower and capital, noting dollars are not sacred in national emergencies and likening bond financing to conscription of capital.
The Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce asks mayoral candidates of both parties whether they support a merit based method for selecting and promoting municipal employees. The letter cites the city charter urging a common system to judge fitness and appoint or promote the best fitted. Democratic candidate Mr Myers responds.
The budget committee in Indiana, set by the last General Assembly, reports that revising state official salaries will save about $100000 per year. Some pay cuts and raises occurred to equalize compensation, addressing widespread discrepancies among departments and posts. The move aims for a systematic, businesslike government, even if it upsets some on the payroll.
Tom Sims notes a Boston man gave the preacher fifty dollars after missing services. A movie star begins divorce proceedings after allegedly throwing an iron. The column humorously surveys politics progress for women and crime in Chicago.
Music column notes Margaret Young performing Red Hot Henry Brown and Yes Sir Thats My Baby on Brunswick records. Highlights include the vogue of red hot lyric titles, Columbia phonographs, and the growing role of syncopated and classical numbers in early 20th century recordings. It mentions venues and acts like Van Schenck and various shows in major theaters.
Robert Forrest Wilson guides readers beyond guidebooks into Paris life in Paris on Parade. He blends fashion, dining, and street scenes, profiling leaders like Lady Duff Gordon and Patou, and recounts dining culture from elite to mass eating in the Latin Quarter. The book, published by Obbs Merrill, retails at $5 and targets travel lovers seeking authentic Paris.
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