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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1920
Page
4
Citizens urge unity with United Gas and Electric to secure coal supplies during winter outages. Critics accuse city administration of inaction and seek officials who will push for reliable service and fair rates, while condemning past delays and political slogans.
Five Minute Chats on Our Presidents outlines Ulysses S. Grant from his 1877 to 1885 events. It notes his world tour, 1880 nominating defeat, Grant & Ward firm failure, commencement of Personal Memoirs, cancer diagnosis, 1885 revival of General rank, and his death at Mt. McGregor aged 63.
After leaving the White House Grant toured the world, welcomed by emperors, to boost his allies at home. His return sparked renewed demand for a third term by Republicans, culminating in a defeat at the 1880 convention and a move toward Wall Street.
A New York singing teacher introduces a device that records how fully the waist expands during deep breaths. It shows the difference between top heavy and full diaphragmatic inflation, revealing how much of our lung capacity is actually utilized.
A Scientine American editor rebuts an experimental method to square the circle. He says results are limited by measurement accuracy and notes Lindemann’s 1882 proof of impossibility, asserting perfect squares or circles cannot be constructed with wood or metal within measurement limits.
The piece cites Walter Dill Scott advising young businesspeople to adopt a moderate outside interest as a habit for both work life and personal hygiene. It emphasizes not overdoing or dulling focus and frames the hobby as a financially prudent, sustaining practice. The discussion appears in Scientific American.
The article notes that proof coins, once produced at small cost with hand presses and specially finished dies, were valued for their bright mirrorlike surfaces. They were kept in buckskin pockets to stay attractive, but the treasury has halted the practice and proof pieces are no longer obtainable.
The article notes that ancient betrothal rings were set with rubies, believed to be lucky and to ward off madness and evil dreams. It mentions a legend that Noah owned a brilliant ruby whose light could illuminate his ark chamber.
Clark County Realty and Insurance Co. offers bargains in city, farm, and real estate along with policies at the lowest rates from reputable companies. Advertising copy touts safety and reliability, urging readers to choose their services in time of need.
Adele Garrison recounts a peaceful South outing with her husband Dicky by a lake. He admires her arbutus sprays and proclaims her the prettiest thing as they share a tender moment before Maj. Grantland’s call interrupts.
Chas H Moser promotes men s clothing mens furnishings hats shirts collars ties and underwear with a one third savings offer. The advertisement notes Jeffersonville residents know the store by experience and claims the next suit from this shop saves dollars.
A Bonaparte anecdote explains Napoleon’s choice of the violet as emblem. At Fontainebleau three days before exile, he saw a child pick violets and declared the flower would symbolize his wishes. Guards and officers soon called him Pere la Violette as violets became a memorial badge.
Gillespie and Son Master Plumbers install complete plumbing supplies in homes in Jeffersonville. All work and service meet hearty approval of the people. No home is complete and sanitary without modern plumbing and equipment.
Mrs. Hettie Jameson of Mobile Alabama, visiting Louisville, spent yesterday in the city visiting friends.
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