09 Oct 1925
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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1925
Page
1
A garbled report discusses Obregon and allied authorities considering expenditures and stock deliveries in a neighboring republic. It notes war department involvement, surplus stocks, and the need to maintain constitutional order amid surprise events and April actions.
The federal reserve board reported Americans produced more spent more and saved more in 1923 than 1922. The year saw rural and industrial output near full employment with steady consumer demand for goods and a stable price level. Output peaked in May followed by a recession in mid year due to hesitancy in placing forward orders rather than weak demand.
The War Department announced a new American weapon, a 144 inch 60 caliber giant gun capable of hurling a 1560 pound armor piercing projectile up to 23 miles. It is the largest of its type, with a 470 pound powder charge and its own electrical apparatus for positioning. The department is pressing railroad firms to build bridges able to bear such heavy artillery.
Ten black residents who barricaded inside a hose near Van Buren after the Friday killing of Mrs. Robert Wallmer surrendered to guardsmen from Ozark. They were jailed in Van Buren on charges of rioting amid fears of interracial clashes as white residents feared a riot.
About 60 patients fled the Chicago Dunning Hospital as flames engulfed three wards. Attendants guided many to safety while others wandered away. The blaze damaged one wing and disrupted the mock of the facility on the northwest edge of Chicago. Fire crews contained the fire after three wards burned, with losses estimated around 1000?
In Paterson New Jersey a family was found dead from asphyxiation due to carbon monoxide exposure. John Theodore Fill and his wife were discovered in separate rooms with their children also deceased or unconscious. First responders found two bodies in an apartment. one adult died in hospital an hour later.
In Albany mining village of Athen county two children of James Cheman aged two and three and a sister aged five died when a fire started by playing with matches destroyed the Cheman home. The mother had placed the children to bed, and the fifth child Mary was fatally burned. A report notes the tragedy as the cause.
France declares the Dixmude lost after a disaster off Sicily. Search efforts extend to the Tunisia coast and Algerian waters as warships, patrols, and fishermen probe the area for survivors and documents. A radio message claimed a return toward Marseilles though authorities doubt the report.
Washington report states the complete text of the new tax bill was released by Chairman Green of the House Ways and Means. The measure, with hundreds of amendments, aims to end tax evasion and follows administration proposals. Congress plans to reconvene January 2 to continue study.
New York reports show nine deaths from alcohol poisoning after Holladay hootle incident. Victims include James Crowe James Martan and Edward Chorcbitl who died at Bellevue Hospital. Mary Brennan died after three drinks at a family celebration. Bellevue and Manhattan hospitals noted other intoxication cases and ongoing care.
The Harrison narcotic act enforcement summary notes growing respect for prohibition, with governors conferences improving cooperation. Highlights include liquor bans in hotels and colleges, arrests and convictions of major bootlegging rings, brewery permit revocations, and tighter bonded warehouse supervision saving over 400000. Federal efforts led to 1822 agents enforcing the act with 80000 arrests and over 4 million in seized property in 15 months. International conferences in Geneva prioritized curbing narcotic production and raw materials for abuse.
Rebels under General Figueroa seized Vera Cruz Cuernavaca the capital of the Morelos plaza about 400 miles south of Mexico City according to revolutionary headquarters. Forces of General Viguerra move from Guerrero toward Mexico City with the situation indicating progress for the revolutionists as Puebla remains contested while federal troops fight in suburbs.
Kinston announces cash awards to exhibitors at the Vic-State Poultry Show. J E Dents of Churchland WI receives best mile in the American entines. W H Commaander of Florence ROC gains best pen in the Barred Rocks. J Jenkins of Greengilin wins best male in the Mediterranean class. White Leghorns prize goes to Roanoke Poultry Yards. WHlimaston and Whit Orping tons claim best female and best pen in Hingis class. St L Gill Salisbury earns best male and best pen in the Asinua class.
Washington reports plan to move nearly all reserve officers into regular army units. Reservists would be called to active duty only in a war mobilization to boost regiments to authorized strength. The order aims to fill vacancies in the regular army tables and accelerate wartime readiness.
Rebels under General Rafael Boole rout federal forces in Guanajuato and capture General Lazaro Cardenas along with his staff and cavalry. The advance by Estrada’s revolutionary army is cited as prompting Obregon to withdraw from San Marcos to Apizaco. Reports forecast Mexican revolutionary attacks toward Tampico within a week and note ongoing movements of flying columns under Maycotto.
Typhoid fever deaths in the region showed a record low rate per 100 000 with 9.0 in the last year. The area reported 6 481 typhoid deaths in 1922, 6 805 in 1920, and earlier figures around 6 970. Four states had increases while New Hampshire, Colorado, Minnesota, and California recorded notable changes.
A dubious inquiry references a list of 20d rite customers tied to the Cipital. Police claim a clearer explanation is needed regarding the extent of white chiplamare pimuntty carcles and a definite ruling is sought by Commissioner Oyster.
Navy officers faced penalties after a September incident near Point Tandy, Call, where misconduct damaged gear. Captain Wilward St. Watosa led the squadron and remained until formal adjudication. Lieutenant Commander Wonald T. Thunter reported a loss of 100 numbers from a Delphi wrecked whip, while others faced reduced merit ratings.
A compact aphorism notes that men who possess sound judgment tend to create an environment of quiet restraint. The line emphasizes discretion over noisy assertion and the value of measured action in leadership and daily conduct.
Mrs W J Daugherty of Route 2 Gadsden says Cardus helped her back and hip pain before childbirth and later claims relief from widespread aches after using Cardul a herbal remedy. She describes immediate improvement and urges trying the drug, noting its vegetable extract and long medical endorsement.
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