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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1925
Page
7
Legal text asserts that no law shall restrain the free interchange of thought or restrict the right to speak write or print freely on any subject. This provision affirms broad constitutional protection for expression in Indiana.
An editorial urges Indianapolis to reject George W. Coffin as mayor and back Walter Myers over Coffin, arguing Coffin trails a political boss history and would extend centralized influence at the Statehouse. it notes John L. Duvall’s ties and Armitage’s stance while urging protection from a boss-led governance model.
In a strong editorial voice the paper rebuts alarmist depictions of upheaval citing recent visa and travel bans. It accuses State Department figures Hughes and Kellogg of acting fearfully and calls the portrayal of America as timid and prone to revolt ridiculous while preserving free speech principles.
A skeptical column weighs Henry Cabot Lodge and Woodrow Wilson as the League of Nations acts to curb Balkan fighting in 1920. It questions futility, praises restraint, and notes political spin including local comments on ballot choices and Halloween arrests.
Mrs Mabel Walker Willebrandt assistant United States Attorney General argues a Supreme Court case should be dropped over a warrant issued after a call from an unidentified person. The Department of Justice will return the liquor to the citizen, citing unwarranted action and violation of constitutional rights.
Rev. John R. Gunn urges that true beauty comes from the heart not outward dress. He cites First Peter and says meekness, quietness, gentleness, and modesty reveal divine beauty, while vanity and hardness mar looks regardless of dress or features.
R Lionel G Edie of Indiana University reports Indiana’s wealth is about evenly split among agriculture industry and urban realty with 29.4 28.6 and 27.7 percent respectively and notes urban and industrial classes exceed 60 percent of the population while diversity stabilizes the state’s economy. he contrasts with neighboring states and discusses majority rule in republican government
Residents along the St. Joseph River in Indiana report heavy pollution from oil and waste dumping. They urge state authorities to take action to keep Hoosier rivers clean for future generations, noting rivers now carry silt, sewage, rust, and odors.
New York journalist Walter Lippman labeled the Tennessee evolution statute an example of majority tyranny when it governs personal life and beliefs. He cited Zion City Illinois where Wilbur Glenn Voliva’s followers teach that the earth is flat. He warned majorities are not always right and minorities can be tyrannical too.
Albert Edward Wig Gam argues at the Indiana Teachers Association that college graduates may dwindle in descendants while unskilled workers grow, predicting in six generations Harvard graduates could have few descendants. He cites birth-rate trends and biological laws, noting civilization relies on balance among generations.
A collection of aphorisms and wry observations on manners, money, luck, romance, and everyday life. Remarks on why success comes to those with fewer advantages, dancing, fashion, value, humor, and common sense blend in a dated snapshot from 1925.
The Times features a Pony Express essay contest and reviews The Pony Express film. Cast highlights include Betty Compson as Molly Jones and Wallace Beery delivering standout work, with Barthelmess in The Beautiful City offering a tougher melodrama.
A mixed review notes Kentucky Pride as a simple horse story with a talking horse and a strong human cast led by MacDonald Walthall and Astor. The feature reflects horse life, moral focus, and family entertainment. Also listed are Eddie Gordon Taxi War and The Midshipman at Ohio with Ramon Novarro in a naval academy tale of duty and romance.
Review notes Barthelmess in another fighting role in The Beautiful City. Kentucky Pride described as a simple story beautifully told. A horse narrates the tale. Apollo presents The Pony Express as fine entertainment. The Midshipman offers seasoned seafaring entertainment.
The piece defines moratorium as a legal delay in due payments and as a government authorization to suspend payments in legislative usage. It notes the term operates as a title to delay in law and describes its use for government treasury pauses.
A reader asks for a list of suitable Christmas presents for family members and may obtain a mimeographed bulletin by writing to the Washington Bureau with a two cent stamp for reply. Also answers define a half mile oval track and provide wintering tips for angle worms in a warm, moist wooden box with garden soil and plant matter.
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