Indianapolis Times, Volume 33, Number 38, Indianapolis, Marion County, 24 June 1920 — Page 4
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Jufaia iUiiht kitties INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Daily Except Supday, 25-29 South Meridian Street. Telephones—Main 3500, New 28-351 MEMBER OF AUDIT BUREAU OF CIRCULATIONS. 'Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, G. Logan Payne & Cos. Advertising Offices York, Boston. Payne, Burns & Smith. Inc. —“THIS IS THE YEAR”— LOS ANGELES has been unable to deny the last seven or eight quakes. “TWENTY MEN caught shooting craps In front yard of police headquarters.” And if the net had been spread farther more could, no doubt, have been captured. THE HON. WILL HAYS will see that the “back-to-Abyssinia" movement on the part of the colored brethren is delayed at least until after the November election.The Telephone Problem After all, telephones are only useful when they can be used. The problem of making them useful is now faced by the Indiana Bell Telephone Company. The company has withdrawn the petition for higher rates which it filed with the public service commission and it presumably proposes to gain the favor of the public before it makes any further attempts to obtain authority to secure more money from telephone renters. In doing this the telephone company has acted wisely.. No big enterprise can exist without the good will of the public. One of the best methods of gaining this public good will is through furnishing the public with service. Undoubtedly telephones are a public necessity, but it will not pay the company to presume on this necessity. High rates and a continuation of poor service would eventually bring about a curtailment of telephone use on the part of the public that would be disastrous to the company. In order to prevent this condition being brought about and in order that the company may obtain necessary funds to make improvements it must set about to improve the service—to make the service worth the higher rates anticipated. This may not be easy, but the situation must be met in some manner, even if it results in a temporary monetary loss to the company. When the Indiana Bell Telephone Company displays a sincere desire to put the service in such a condition that when the telephone user calls a number he will be reasonably sure that he will obtain the number he calls, that when he takes his receiver from the hook he will be reasonably sure of an answer, and that when he desires service he will not be required to pay rental on two telephones, it will find that the public will be much more willing to recognize a necessity for higher rates.
A Publicity Problem The democratic party of the nation generally and of Indiana in particular is beginning to realize that it faces a tremendous publicity problem in this campaign. vlts leaders are awakening to the fact that for months the republicans have been incessantly making assertions regarding the Wilson administration that have produced a deadening effect on democrats because the democrats have not been provided with sufficient data to know that most of these assertions are either false or distorted. For example, it is now being called to the attention of the democrats that when Harry S. New arose in the republican state convention and proceeded to talk of the “thirty billion-dollar debt of the democratic party” he neglected to say that eleven billion dollars of this debt represented the loans made by the United States to the allied nations. Attention is also being directed to the causes of the accumulation of this debt and there are now some democrats who are 'realizing that as a result of this debt the war was ended more than a year before any military authorities believed it could be ended. This debt talk is only one example of the propaganda which the democrats realize now- they must combat in thi3 campaign. They are awakening to the fact that they must tell she voters the facts about the Wilson administration and the more they try to learn of the Wilson administration the more satisfied with its accomplishments they become. Democrats are now beginning to urge a cross-roads campaign of education. They are preparing to insist that from every vantage point in the community speakers deliver to the voters the facts regarding Wilson and the accomplishment of the democratic administration. There Is a well-defined belief that for the next ninety days the republican party is going to be exceedingly busy explaining to its regular voters the nomination of Senator Harding at Chicago and the capture of the party by the senatorial combination. This necessity, it is declared, will make it good strategy to open a vigorous campaign based on the accomplishments of the W ilson administration, and it is becoming more and more apparent every day that no one can learn more of democracy’s accomplishments without becoming a better democrat. A Patriot or a Partisan? The people of Indiana are rapidly approaching a place where they must choose between a patriot and a partisan to represent them in the United States senate. James E. Watson, republican candidate for the senate from Indiana, was chairman of the resolutions committee of the republican national convention. As such chairman he passed upon, approved and reported the platform containing the following plank: \ “We undertake to end executive autocracy.- . . . The president clings tenaciously to his autocratic wartime powers. His veto of the bill repealing wartime legislation, no longer necessary, evidences his determination not to restore to the nation and to the states the form of government provided for by the constitution. The usurpation is intolerable and deserves the severest condemnation.” Contrast this explosion of personal venom against the president with the words of Thomas Taggart, democratic nominee for the senate: "I pledge you, my fellow citizens, that if I am made senator, no matter who the president of the United States may be, I shall support him in everything he undenakes of a nonpartisan character on behalf of this country. And I shall positively refuse to withhold from him the honor due him, even though he be not of my party.” On the one hand is a candidate for the senate who looks upon the steps of a president taken in war for the protection of the national honor and safety as a “usurpation of power that is intolerable.” On the other stands a candidate who is broad enough to pledgo his support to the president in “everything he undertakes of a nonpartisan character in behalf of this country.” Which of these candidates will more nearly represent the attitude of the voters of Indiana? *Children Not Wanted ’ A Missouri banker is building houses in his home town which he announces will be rented only to families in which there are children. If this landlord receives all the commendatory letters that people have said they were going to write him, after they read the newspaper story about him, he will have to get the postofflee department to put In a substation at his address. It is not that his plan is so wonderful, but only that it Is in great contrast to custom in the average city. It is a serious problem, this difficulty in finding homes in the cities for families with children, and growing more serious all the time. As is so often mentioned in letters to the newspapers, dogs and cats may be permitted, but children are barred. “What is to become of the children? And what is to become of this country if there are no children?” asked one mother when a landlord had called attention to the fact that families with children were not wanted in that building. The landlord couldn’t answer that. He didn’t have to. He just shrugged his shoulders and turned away. But there are property owners who have not turned away from the problem. And when they give a practical demonstration of their interest, as is the case of the Missouri banker, they have not only the gratitude of those who are directly benefited, but the good wishes of a large part of the Anerai public, which is in the habit of having children.
The Right Thing at the Right Time By MARY MARSHALL 8. DUFFEL
MANNERS AND'MARRIAGE. Did it ever occur 'to you that manners have quite as much to do with happiness in marriage as temperumeut, and that many a separation laid to Incompatibility was due more than to anything else to plain bad manners on the part of the two persons most concerned. And good manners are made up of attention to a lot of seemingly little, trilling things. For instance there is the matter of interAipting. Every one knows this is bad form and most persons guard against Interrupting mere acquaintances, associates in business or society, but they are not so careful about Interrupting members of their awn family. And a time comes, after you have been Interrupted again and again, when it begins to" Irritate to the point of exasperation. Then there is the habit of contradicting. You guard carefully against flatly contradicting the man or woman whom you wish favorably to impress, yet there are a good many husbands and wives who do not hesitate to contradict each other whenever their own opinion differs with that of the other. Now, don't think just because your husband doesn’t rebel against your habit of flatly contradicting him, that he really Is insensitive to it. It Irritates him even if he doesn't seemingly note it and he would really enjoy being in your society a little bit more if you did not have this bad habit. So often a man begins to tell some anecdote or incident for the entertainment of a guest and before he has got fairly under way the wife comes In with: “Now let me tell that story, you’re getting it all wrong,” or a “well, that's the first time I ever heard that, you must have been dreaming.” , Such Interruptions and contradictions are boresome to the guests and Irritating and embarraslng to the host who Is trying to tell the story. And usually the point raised by the contradiction was some trivial matter that she might have let go unchallenged even if she did feel convinced that there was some discrepancy about It. WHAT READERS ASK. “Is it correct for a man to dictate personal letters to his stenographer in business hours?” Social invitations should be acknowledged always personally by hand. Letters of a close personal nature should not be dictated. If you like you may dictate friendly letters in which there is nothing of r very personal sort.
Sing Sing’s Death Man Waxes Rich OSSINING, N. Y., June 24.—Execution fees are mounting up ao fast that John Hulbart, Sing Sing’s death man, for the first time will ha obliged to pay an income tax this year. Hulbert haa already earned S9OO for his services at six executions in the calendar yenr 1920. lie receives $l5O per capita. Besides what he picks up for manipulating the switch in the execution chamber, he earns a fair salary as engineer in another state prison. Hungary Retaliates for Austria Boycott VIENNA, June 24.—1n retaliation for the international transport boycott against Hungary, started on Monday, Hungary has hegun an energetic couuterboycott against Austria. Freight and passenger service on the railways and communication by river have been cut off by Hungary alnee since Xuerduy noon. M. Wites Selected to Form Polish Cabinet WARSAW, Juno 24.—The leader of the popular party, M. Wites, today was trying to form anew cabinet to succeed that of Premier Kkulskl, which resigned .Tune 10. *
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A Sale of Fibre Furniture at V 2 Price Two Roclers That are Included in our One-Half Price Sale on Fibre Furniture , This Rocker is Only This Baronial Brown J Iv IV QQ IQ Rocker, Only ffifs-J.fnf e l 2 An f ] jjjj ‘ II * jjjr j Our regular price is $18.75. v p X*3 • V/ S__— — f— — w P&Ji- ~ - Avery comfortable rocker on the Bar Harbor Our regular price, $26.00. \} j wv 0 F." * 1 style that will not take up much room. It can v/fcr—li .y.i J be used as a porch rocker ot as an extra rocker A wonderfully attractive and comfortable pat- jp • {^aaqj^gr s=aai j r | for the house, as it is light and easily moved. tern that is equally suitable for porch or Indoor xjK [j The cretonne covering Is a very attractive pat- use; with spring seat; the upholstery is a dark tern. pattern of cretonne that will not show soil. Other odd Chairs, Rockers and Table Lamps also half price. Come in early Friday, as we can not guarantee the limited quantities to last all day. I
Sale of Axminster and Seamless Velvet Rugs I®’Cn|| Real bargains at ffipobi - $69 so ‘ pu/ ' Du An extra fine quality of Axminsters is shown in this lot. The deep plash nap gives a richness in color only found in the better grades of carpets. A great variety of patterns to select from, hut only abou 50 rugs alogethcr. Size 9x12 feet. Our price for this C. C\ E? week The velvets are woven in one piece with short, close nap, which makes them easy to keep clean: very tightly woven back, which assures them lying flat on the floor. These are an extra good value for CZCk r * 4V Friday and Saturday at ipo*7*oVs Royal Wilton Rugs In a great variety of sizes and patterns; some of the most desirable of which are listed: Size 9x12 WHITTAL TEPRAC *121.00 Size 9x12 BALBECK #150.00 Size 9x12 FRENCH WILTON #195.00 Size 9x12 WHITTAL ANCILO PERSIAN #195.00 Size II '>•!- feet TEPRAC #167.00 Size 1114x15 feet TEPRAC #208.00 With small rugs to match, so that we can fit any size room.
Never again, we believe, will you be able to buy this high-grade linoleum substitute at such a remarkably, low price. This goods is waterproof and sanitary, and due to the fact that the pattern is printed of best paint under 2,000 pounds pressure, this goods will wear as long as cheap printed linoleum. There is still quite a variety of desirable patterns left, but they are going fast. To quickly clear our floors we have marked every pattern of Xeponset for this sale at, a square yard, 67 foQQuantity is Limited —Be Here Early for Best Choice
WHEN A GIRL MARRIES A New Serial of Young Married Life
CHAPTER LXXII. A neat, dark blue touring car was waiting In front of the apartment when our quartet reached the street. “Nothing like a spin out Into th-> country afer a mid-day dinner,” said Jlhi. “This Is a sure-enough treat, Terry.” His tono had a touch of envy for Terry Winston, who owned the car and whoso drive Into the country was a mnttor of course; but thut charm'ng Englishman won my undying devotion by his reply: “It’s a treat to have you with me, matey. Will you let me have a visit with the Missis? That’s It, get-In front, Mrs. Jimmie. It’s a nice little cur, but I’ll wager Jim will be driving one thnt’n a lot more spltTy by the time his ankle is strong enough to hold down the brakes.” Jim’s other rich friends flung favors
Chances to save in such large amounts as are offered in this sale are seldom met with. The response to our June Clearance Sale has been very gratifying, and the purpose of the sale—to make room for new arrivals—is almost accomplished. It will pay you to anticipate your needs and make your selections Friday or Saturday while the present reduced prices are in effect and the stocks are varied. Don’t miss these bargains 1
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at him, but Capt. Winston’s assumption 'that Jim would come Into his own as soon as he was over his wounds put us all on a happy basis of equality. More than ever I hated myself sot the pride that had led me to reject the offer of help from Betty, which I now felt came as much from the captain as from her. But I felt that I would only humiliate Jim If I went to her and told her I had changed my mind. “The mill 'will never gritig again with the water that Is past,” nnd the opportunity to get help from these good friends was gone. And so, ns Capt. Winston turned the ear out toward sreen fields and ope roads, regret rode with me. I did so want to enjoy myself—to delight In the smooth motor of the car, the pressure of the wind against my body, the crisp, pine-laden, salty air—but I couldn’t. Toward dusk we stoppod at a little Inn
Only two items are given here, but they are examples of the real savings that can be made in almost every curtain need. A visit to the drapery department Friday or Saturday will pay you. Filet and Saxony Net 98c Filet and Saxony net in white and ivory. Dainty detached patterns, 38 and 40 inches wide. Regularly 11.25 and $1.35 yard. Clearance sale price, yard, 98< Ruffle Swiss Curtains $2.50 Plain Swiss with full ruffle, 214 yards long, complete with tie-backs; regular price $3.50 pair. Clearance price, a pair, $2.50,
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called ‘The Blue Dragon.” Capt. Winston said he wanted to telephone to a friend who lived In the neighborhood and who could probably offer us the hospitality of his fireside if he chanced to be at home. •’l’d like you to meet Norreys, Jimmie, old chap,” said Terry Winston lightly, as he swung out of the car. But I saw him oxchange a meaning glance with Betty and I filed that name for future reference—Norreys. A moment after Capt. Winston went Into the Inn behold my brother Neal coming out and scampering across the road to oyr parking place. “Hello, people! People, hello!” he called. "Rady Evelyn spied Jim from our table, and she says sho’ll never forgive you If you don’t come in and Join our party. You won’t turn her down, will you?” Neal looked at me pleadingly. “No, we won’t turn you down,” replied my husband good naturcdly. Then he presented Neal to Mrs. Bryce. For a moment Neal seined swept off his feet by ’Betty’s beauty and gracious-
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You heed It Now! Cadillac Vacuum Cleaner
Xo need for any woman to break her back with a broom, and then have to dust everything in the home after sweeping, when she can have a light, easy running Cadillac Reliable Vacuum Sweeper that will remove every particle of dirt from rugs and carpets with very little effort. We have just received a small shipment of Cadillacs., Better come in Friday or Saturday to be sure to get vours—at the same old s*rh price of
ness. But when she put out her scarred white hand he actually quivered with distaste. Even as a child he had always shrunk from wounds or any bodily disfigurement. And now, before he could conquer his feelings and take Bety’s hand in his a crimson tide of embarrassment flooded her face. Betty was gravely hurt Jim’s eyes flashed, I fumbled for words. There was an ugly moment—and then Terry Winston ran out to announce that Norreys was up In Canada and wouldn’t return till late In the fall, so we might as well stay at the inn for dinner. This delighted Neal. So did big blond Terry himself; and In showing his delight with Terry Neal showed also his best self—his boyish charm and enthusiasm. And when he had the privilege of taking us In and presenting Terry and Betty to his “Lady Evelyn" Neal fairly blossomed out under the warmth of Evvy’s delight at the big fish he had captured. Evvy actually cooed over Mrs. Bryce—lt was quite evident that she regarded Bety as a great swell. And Betty
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seemed to forget her hurt of a few minutes before. —Copyright, 1920. (To Be Continued.) Plan Reception for l War Veteran Bodiei Arrangements have been made for ■ reception to be given the officers of tlfl department of Indiana of the G. A. rI Women's Belief corps, and "Women <■ the G. A. It., and the officers of the isl diana division of the Sons of VetersuM and the Sons of Veterans auxiliary, 8 o’clock the-evening of July 14, In' hail of the house of representatives the statehouse. TO Representatives of the various orgafl izations of the Women’s Relief cotyM and of the posts of the G. A. R., located in Marion county, composed the committee which made the plans. John H. Holland is chairman of the committee, and Mrs. Minnie Metevier, secretary.
' HOW WISHES FOE MAGGIE.