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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1921
Page
2
The bureau of standards has developed a device to test cloths. It can measure thread count fiber strength and thread width and assess wear resistance and life. The device could be common for families soon.
President Harding announces a meeting with Wettern bankers at the White House to discuss policy and denies claims that Wall Street dominates the administration. He defends engaging top business leaders and contrasts with an eight year era of aloof governance while praising his own character and leadership.
The Administration earns praise for defense reforms including ships using fuel types suited to coasts. Atlantic fleet coal burners and Pacific oil burners will be favored, with tests of planes versus ships off the Virginian Capes promising economy. Navy officer reshuffles aim to improve efficiency and morale. Army Secretary Wracke resolves misunderstandings boosting service morale.
The Republican governor reports 31 00,000 saved this year in running the State government versus last year. The piece extols conservative administration as a national standard and urges vigilance for sound governance.
Adele plans escape after Dicky cancels her Cedar Crest reservation. She hides belongings, frets over gossip, and considers a cross Virginia journey to Richmond aided by funds and bold resolve. The plan rests on quiet rebellion and a craving for adventure amid marital strain.
A reflective piece questions the value of heaven if universal approval plus flawless behavior existed. It imagines a world where universal admiration removes purpose and prompts consideration of virtue, consequence, and meaning.
A writer defends newspapers against blame for societal ills noting their broad role and responsibility. The remark implies press accountability while acknowledging their wide influence and duties.
Charles K. notes that language practice shows little difference between using sit or set when addressing a hen. The remark highlights how human habits normalize ambiguous commands in everyday speech.
A bizarre local note warns trespassers at a Kansas farm with a guard dog and a stark dichotomy of people. The item cites Joe Crandall describing ideal times to catch soft water during heavy rain and recalls Babe Ruth spending hours in jail for speeding in a car.
George Harvey followed with another note. Joe Fitzpatrick asserts that the family never practices the economy that others preach.
From the Owen Indiana Leader the note speaks of a small ripple expanding through the community as the store grows its trade. Mrs Coffman pledges fair dealing good service and splendid values while inviting support from customers to help the business expand its stocks and reach.
The Board of Trustees of Clark County Memorial Hospital will accept sealed bids on July 15 1921 at 10 am for painting plumbing heating electrical wiring carpentry plastering roof repair brick and cement work and other improvements as in the plans on file with the County Auditor. Bids may cover any one class or the entire project. A bond equal to the bid is required for bids over 100.00. The board may reject any or all bids. Chas Hertzsch president H M Frank secretary. Adv 191 June 22 29 July 6.
The Township Trustee reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Francis M. Brock, Trustee, Wood Township Clark County Indiana. Dated June 9 1921. Adv 29 June 28.
Edward Brown notes reforms stall when reformers appear odd and provoke laughter, arguing public reception blocks progress and undermines serious debate.
A fragment quotes a quip about inevitables death and a cafeteria cashier, misattributed to Lady Astor, noting a husband and wife bus exchange and suggesting one part of the saying is correct.
All day events include KLUB KALANDER D of R with Mrs Elizabeth Hoge and Nora Beneelib with Mrs Frank Ellis in the afternoon. Evening activities feature The English club with Mrs G M Diffenderfer, embroidery hosted by Miss Leora Gaither, and Woman's Missionary society at St Luke's with Mrs T G Schimpff. Park church Epworth League hosts a social at Mrs Clifford Smith. Milton avenue church hosts Reformed missionary societies meeting in the afternoon.
Sealed bids will be received until noon on Saturday July 2 1921 in the office of Township Trustee Wood Township Clark County Indiana for the erection of a frame school building on Schleicher School grounds District No 8. Bond for the full amount must cover each bid. Plans and specifications are on file in the office.
Afternoon picnic listed for Frida Calumet Club at Glenwood Park. Also noted are a series of evening meetings at local churches including Old Ladies Home Board and Wall Street church activities. Epworth League, Wesley Chapel Bible class, and lawn fete events are scheduled for the night.
Thursday events mark a Morton Memorial Girl Scout gathering at the church with a circle of the Christian church meeting all day and night activities.
The St Pauls Guild holds an afternoon gathering at the parish house. Members are invited to join for fellowship and light refreshments.
A Christian church schedule lists a service at eight oclock with a brief note on worship activities.
A farmer on routine town visits loses his team after unhitched horses vanish but finds a wagon instead, musing on whether he is Ezra Perkins. The piece also notes a Cincinnati Enquirer line about bank holdups and comments on women’s health issues and a quip about Love.
An herbal remedy from the Western plains called Manzanita is praised for healing power. The text claims natural roots and herbs offer cures for many ailments and highlights Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a long standing relief.
All emic organizations are asked to support Company No. 9 by attending their Independence Day picnic on July 4. Announcement dated June 29 advises participation and community backing.
For rent a nicely furnished five room apartment with bath and large sleeping porch. Includes all modern conveniences. Telephone 124 reach Mrs E Howard Adv June 24 25 27.
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