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Newspaper
Plainfield Messenger
Location
Plainfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1920
Page
3
The saying suggests ample work means sufficient money for all, implying that plenty of labor opportunities correlate with financial gain. The remark frames economic balance, highlighting opportunities and earnings.
Shake Allen's Foot Ease into shoes to reduce friction and wear and to prevent corns and sore feet. The antiseptic powder claims calming effects for tired feet, sprinkles in foot baths, and is sold everywhere as a cost saving walking aid.
In a parlor scene Mabel plots to push her free-riding suitor away. She notices a newspaper ad reading No reasonable offer refused and notes it mirrors her own plan to coax him to move on. The moment blends satire with a witty plan.
A farmer remarks that someone often wanders off when deciding to fish, expressing doubt about bragging and suggesting the distance makes catching fish unlikely. The enthusiast agrees it has been his habit to retreat far away when planning a fishing trip.
A brief dialogue captures a moment as a character debates clothing and practicality suggesting fishing plans. The exchange hinges on a new suit perceived as unnecessary, with humor about appearances versus function.
A Summit New Jersey reader reports relief from digestive distress hot flashes and insomnia after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and grants permission to publish. The ad includes other classified notes seeking photoplays stories poems and manuscript submissions with return postage.
A wife complains to her husband asking him to pay attention to her as he does to golf, sparking a sharp exchange about affection and priorities.
An advertisement urges readers to buy Cuticura Talcum as part of the Cuticura Trio with Soap and Ointment. The exquisitely scented powder is pitched for face skin and baby use, offered at 25 cents everywhere.
A shy young man unable to express his wish to propose sees a window postcard showing a bride and groom. He buys it, mails it to his best girl after signing his name, and adds the line Eventually Why not now. She replies yes.
In Varennes the nightly shelling continues when a Black pioneer from the corps ammunition dump climbs into an artillery P C and lies beside a sleeping captain. The startled officer asks where he came from and the reply comes simply I am from Alabama. The unnamed moment underscores tense veterans and racial dynamics aboard the unit.
Boreleigh asks why Miss Bright never invites him on Sunday. Bangs suggests she treats Sunday as a day of rest.
Leigh R. Gignilliat of Culver was elected state commander of the American Legion by acclamation at the Indiana convention. William L. Betz of Vincennes withdrew. The group urged Gov to call a special session for a war memorial building in Indiana. Bets named first vice commander. Robert E. Richacer of Gary vice commander. L. Russell Newgent re-elected state adjutant.
At San Francisco on July 7 the Indiana delegation shifted to Cox as he secured the 44th ballot majority for president. McAdoo and Palmer delegates were released. Cox drew Indiana's 30 votes and the convention adjourned for vice presidential selection.
Biographical sketch of James Middleton Cox born March 31 1870 near Jacksonburg Ohio. Printer publisher reporter in Cincinnati and Ohio papers. Private secretary to Representative Paul Sore in Washington. Served in Congress three years and governor for a third term. Noted for progressive labor and education legislation. Married Mayme L Harding in 1893 and has three children.
Franklin D. Roosevelt, assistant secretary of the navy and relative of the late Col. Roosevelt, nominated by acclaim as the Democratic vice presidential running mate for Governor James M. Cox of Ohio. Cox named presidential nominee on the forty fourth ballot. Roosevelt is 38, Cox 50, with the ticket viewed as possibly the youngest in fifty years.
William Gibbs McAdoo told reporters he is relieved the Democrats nominated Cox for president. He thanked friends for their support and appeared joyful, saying he is eternally grateful for the backing during the San Francisco deadlock.
James M. Cox said in San Francisco that he would accept the Democratic nomination for president. He noted he was too tired to issue a formal statement immediately and would provide a proper message later when rested and able to compose it.
President Wilson sent a hearty congratulations to Gov. Cox, received at the governor's office in Columbus, Ohio, on the morning of July 7. The message extended cordial best wishes for Cox's tenure.
John W. Davis American ambassador to Great Britain sent a congratulatory message to Governor Cox after his nomination for the presidency. Davis expressed hearty congratulations stating Cox can and will lead the party to victory.
Warren G. Harding sent a telegram of congratulations to Gov. Cox of Ohio, his rival for the presidency. He chose to keep the message private, allowing Cox to make it public.
The governor issues a brief proclamation calling a special session of the legislature. The meeting is slated for 1 30 p m on Monday in July with stated goals to address an agenda outlined by the administration.
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