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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1925
Page
13
A historical Indiana constitutional clause emphasizes no law shall restrain the free interchange of thought and opinion or restrict the right to speak write or print freely on any subject. The provision guards free expression and presses government to avoid censorship. It anchors protections for press and discourse in the state's fundamental law.
Constitution week highlights the free press as a watchdog and public auditor. It stresses newspapers’ role in informing citizens, examining public conduct, and resisting demagogic power, while noting errors are possible yet essential to preserve liberties amid prohibition debates.
A 30 000 word investigation by the Federal Council of Churches examines prohibition. The document critiques the truth and fiction surrounding the nation's liquor ban and leaves readers unconvinced that prohibition is America's great social venture.
Readers are warned that publicity on income tax returns has not shown increased revenue. Treasury figures comparing year ending June 30 1925 and 1924 show a drop from 1 841 759 316 to 1 761 659 049 but this fall is much smaller than tax rate cuts. Three months ending March 31 1924 yielded 65 million more than 1925. Congress cut rates twice in 1923 1924 while publicity offers no clear evidence of revenue change.
The era sees women like Madame Flammarion take over their husbands scientific work and leadership roles. She becomes director of the Juvisy observatory and secretary general of the Astronomical Society of France while plans by Camille Flammarion are published posthumously. Also notes Venus temperatures from Mt Wilson studies. sunspot effects on solar radiation observed by Smithsonian researchers prompting further study.
Indiana and Indianapolis figure in a national push to open eight new air mail lines carried by ten firms from Postmaster General New Tuesday. The plan links twenty nine cities to major commercial centers while private aviation gears up with Ford sponsored tests in the Midwest.
Ayor Shank seeks white crosses on Indianapolis streets to mark accident scenes. The safety board approved the plan though doubts linger on effectiveness. Critics note cluttered signs and possible legal penalties as more persuasive safeguards.
A 14 year old Oak land City girl had her leg amputated after a self inflicted gunshot amid domestic distress caused by her 17 year old husband. A separate Alderson case features a 18 year old wife suing for divorce from a 17 year old husband after a brief marriage begun July 27. A La Porte juror in eight weeks of the Drusilla Carlland case lost his job while waiting. he later sought $25 from the county and faces $2.50 daily jury pay.
This verse recounts a weary father pacing the floor each night as his baby cries. He endures fretful minutes until a late lullaby ends the bout, and the child drifts to sleep. The father feels relief as his own bed calls and he rests after giving his youngster comfort.
A practical guide outlines a well balanced diet matching calorie needs to age and height, emphasizing the right kinds and amounts of protein iron calcium phosphorus and vitamins A B and C. It recommends variety in flavor and texture to keep meals appealing and nutritionally sound.
A short religious reflection cites 1 Corinthians 9 26 urging temperance in all things and notes Italian proverb about masters as great servants in the house. The tone resembles a moral aphorism column from a vintage paper.
A string of pithy quips on politics, love, work, crime, and society from 1925. Jokes touch on gas taxes, harvest moon, Florida crime, mules, drinking cures, bootleg, banking, divorce, pedestrians, fishing, free speech, prosperity, and family quirks.
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