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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1920
Page
1
A tangled excerpt discusses oil under the Hudson and Pacific wells, submarine fleets, and peacetime use of naval power. It references Commander Davis, industrial workers, and workers’ rights, urging cooperation and fair pay to support national needs.
The passage discusses the Potawatomi and their ties to fire keeping and sacred rites, referencing terms like Lucifer and Prometheus. It links ancient fire knowledge to human origins, noting the ritual role of fire and the mythic etymology behind names, with a focus on historical language and symbolism.
A fragmented historical reminiscence contrasts tribal duties with modern weapons. It muses on fire keeping during harsh winters and rain, suggesting many lack matches and warning against reliance on technology. Moral emphasizes preparedness and self-reliance.
The passage recalls colonial unrest over taxation and the fight against King George, framing rebellion as a push for representation and independence, and hints at continued discourse on the topic in subsequent editorial pages.
A large Marion crowd heard Senator Warren G. Harding outline party aims for a constitutional republic. He urged restoration of representative government, warned against world super government, and pressed unity among labor, management, and capital to pursue economic justice and enforce laws aligned with the constitution.
The Daughters of Rebekah hold an all day meeting Wednesday with Mrs. Fred Katlin. The Busy Bees schedule an all day picnic Wednesday at Meyer's Grove. The Calumet Club meets Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Harry Goodman of Louisville.
The Queen Esther Circle of Wail Street Church meets Thursday night. Epworth League of Marton Memorial Church hosts a day ride Thursday night. All church choirs attend Thursday night at the Presbyterian Church to prepare for a community singing event opening Chautauqua.
The page lists a church choir meeting with Mr Wilmer Fox, a help wanted ad seeking a young woman for light housework or child nursing at 424 West Market Street, plus theater ads for LeRose Theatre presenting Nazimova in The Brat on Sunday and Monday in July 1926.
Classified notice highlights a boost in inquiries and sales from star ads with strong reader response. The brief emphasizes wide reach, quick action, and measurable outcomes for local merchants.
The Clark County Board of Commissioners Jeffersonville Indiana solicits sealed bids for construction and repair of five bridges in Caney Fark and Monroe Township. Bids due August 9 1920 by 10 a m with affidavit and bond. County reserves right to reject all bids. Thompson L. Stoner Auditor. Adv 638 D July 223-29.
A baby girl named Ahee DLeecithe was born on July 15 to Mr and Mrs Akuenas. The mother formerly Miss Lang of this city reports the infant is thriving.
The advertisement touts WV. MM. Young's Jewelry as a full service store for rings pins charms watches clocks silverware and cut glass with a full guarantee. It promises rings of all designs and sizes and mentions watch cleaning and oiling services to keep you on time.
A new photograph shows Governor Coolidge of Massachusetts reacting to Chicago boosters who announced his nomination as the Republican running mate to Warren G Harding. The image captures the moment he learned he would be on the ticket for the 1920 campaign.
Indianapolis July 22 The House rejected the Senate passed federal coal control bill by a 24 59 vote. The measure was introduced by Senator Beardsley and had seemed likely to pass before House action.
A committee from the Illinois Coal Operators Association visited the White House in Washington to urge intervention in the Illinois coal miners strike claiming the walkout violates the President's coal commission award.
Byron W King president of the Pittsburg School of Oratory will lecture in Jeffersonville during the Chau tauqqua meet on Making The Best Of Things He aims to uplift through optimism and public speaking with talks on correcting defective children and life outlook Season tickets priced at 2 for adults and 1 for children are on sale from local guarantors with single admission higher.
Simple glycerine with buckthorn bark and related ingredients marketed as Adlerika for relief of gas and sour stomach. Claims to act on both upper and lower bowel, relieve long standing indigestion, and prevent appendicitis. Described as instantly pleasant with one dose helping a man after five years of indigestion. Sold at Citizens Drug Store.
Democratic Chairman White announces August 7 as the date to notify Governor Cox in Dayton of his nomination for President. Roosevelt will be notified two days later on August 9 at Hyde Park New York.
A fire of uncertain origin last evening razed a large barn owned by Warland Ingram. The occupants slept through the flames until a neighbor cried out. Six deeds of new hay and a mule were lost, with insurance only just enough to cover the heavy damage. The same barn had burned about ten months prior.
Clark county farmers are urged to attend three meetings to view a 36 slide presentation on dairy progress prepared by the county cow testing association. Slides cover local dairy conditions animals and past performance and will be shown at Guernsey Hall Memphis on July 23 Dunlevy Hall Henryville July 27 and the Community House Speeds July 29.
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