Senate War Debates Dominate Week in Washington
Washington reports the senate plans to vote on Fall amendments to the germic peace treaty and to address industrial unrest highlighted by the steel strike. Hearings resume Wednesday with Gary of U S Steel presenting capital’s view and secretary Foster of the strike committee to testify. The house focuses on minor bills and anticipated conferee agreements on prohibition enforcement food profiteering and ICC rate authority.
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Hopmen Reach Agreement on Far Reaching Labor Pact
Washington reports a broad understanding between railroad shopmen unions and the railroad administration on wages and working conditions while government control continues. Details pending but described as the most far reaching in labor history, covering an eight hour day and time and a half for overtime across trades. Rockefeller Gifts 320 Million for Medical Education in U S New York announces a 320 million gift to improve medical education with income used now and principal to be distributed in fifty years.
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Von Buelow Barred From Berlin Residence Request
Berlin reports that Gen. von Buelow was refused permission to reside in the city by the mayor who said an influx of generals is not desired. In Rome, Premier Nitti won a confidence vote in the chamber by 308 to 140 amid a tumultuous assembly.
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Jan Dessaul
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Chamber of Deputies
Test of Strength in Chicago Steel Plants
Chicago steel compansions prepare for a test of strength with unions as mbar threats loom. A rapid plant reopens at full capacity is demanded and a return by workers is urged at once. If unions do not respond, several companies could be closed indefinitely. Police protection measures have been arranged for workers returning to facilities.
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President Wilson at Cheyenne Pressed League Pact
President Wilson spoke in Cheyenne asserting that a senate reservation to article X would be rejection of the treaty and force a separate peace with Germany. He argued the league offers best path for China and warned against pro German opposition while noting the showdown over reservations. Whisky theft in Chicago totals over 11000 dollars flagged in a separate brief.
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Tokyo
World events roundup reports Pershing praised by Congress
In Washington General Pershing received formal thanks from Congress for World War I service. The note laments Bolshevism and urges congressional unity. Other items: 24 Burpine army stores openings across as many cities on Sept 25. Navy welfare work to continue. invites to October 6 Industrial Conference in Washington. steel strike hits Chicago Calumet and Pittsburgh with 135,000 idle workers. Japanese-German secret treaty rumors denied. Valbanera sank after gulf hurricane, 300 passengers 150 crew missing. Chicago carpenters strike settled at $1 hourly. California Grape Protective Association petition denied. martial law declared for Corpus Christi Neches San Patricio Aransas counties after tropical hurricane.
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Havana
Half Moon Key
Key West
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Jockey Sande Wins Six Races at Havre de Grace
Jockey Sande rode six winners at Havre de Grace on Wednesday, a feat last achieved about two decades ago. He rode seven mounts on the day, showcasing dominant performance at the Maryland track.
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Benny Leonard Wins Title Bout in Newark Eight Rounds
Benny Leonard won handily over Johnny Dundee in an eight round boxing match at the First Regiment armory in Newark New Jersey. The bout drew significant local attention and capped a busy boxing week in the area.
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Firepower and flight fill news from across the world
A Helsingfors dispatch reports Foreign Kronstadt, a Petrograd fortress guard, bombed thrice over the weekend. A daring mail robbery nets at least $25,000 on an eastbound Northern Pacific train near Seattle. The Westarvada, sailing from Fuscheiling to England, sunk with unknown cause. Four thieves loot a Grand Rapids bank, three captured in Detroit, one escaped. Hamburg America’s Imperator sold to Cunard. Rio Grande flood prevails for 100 miles, Houston–Mexico border towns affected. General Gutierrez proclaims Honduran revolution triumph. Capper Lersman bill eyed for collective bargaining. Giltland bank robbery nets $10,000. Steel talks in Pittsburgh raise socialization, board席 plans. dAnnunzio declares he rules Fiume, Italy’s emergence. Transatlantic passenger demand soars. three hundred thousand booked for England. London influenza resurges. Pershing rumored to be engaged. German emigration rush from Berlin. London iron workers strike. peace treaty with Bulgaria presented in Paris. Berlin censorship to block money outflow.
Town HAW VEEYE NEWS Finds A World Campaign Raising Funds
Interesting items from across the region note Harvard University seeks a 15 million endowment with towns asked to raise 46 000. Buight harms fruit trees near Burlington while Fred Luckenbill begins a penitentiary sentence for manslaughter. Storm Lake excels in Salvation Army drive. University of Town football resumes with daily Hawkeyes practice. Wesley Dvorsky injured by a plane mishap. Mrs Krauel marks nine wedding anniversaries since 39 years of marriage. Cawley electrocuted repairing a circuit break at Mason City. Public auctions show farmland values. 80 acre Franklin township lot sells for 560 per acre. Hotels licensed around 1800 in Iowa. Pocahontas sewer bid 109 608 63. Sioux City business women seek housing. Butler family leaves Muscatine for Flushing New York. Plans discussed for 168th Infantry meeting. Dubuque to adopt eight hour shifts on Oct 1. Diphtheria cultures to be taken in Webster City schools. Newton County Veterans reunion draws speakers. Delaware county authorities crack down on bootleggers and poker players. One man pleads guilty in Manchester.
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Uniform Apple Grade Laws Aid Marketing Efforts
The USDA outlines how national and state apple grade laws curb fraud and waste, stabilize markets, and boost producer methods. Surveys show 90 percent of growers and dealers favor grading, while standardized grades provide common language, reliable market quotes, and better returns through reduced waste and handling costs.
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Increased Value of Sweet Potatoes Rises Nationwide
The article notes sweet potatoes now rank second in vegetable value in the United States. It cites an 80 percent rise over ten years and a crop value of about 117 million dollars in 1918. Improved storage houses allow regulated temperature and ventilation, reducing losses and enabling year round marketing. The crop ships in solid carloads to markets in the North, Midwest, and West.
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Erie
United States AGRI finds dried pressed potato aids swine feed
Researchers from the United States Department of Agriculture report dried pressed potato, fed with protein-rich feeds such as fish meal and tankage, yields rapid growth and improved finish in swine. The study aims to find a practical disposal method for cut potatoes.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Wood as Fuel This Winter Warns of Scarcity
Public notice urges use of waste timber and dead trees for fuel this winter due to coal shortages. Citizens are advised to conserve ashes for garden fertilizer, as ashes are rich in plant nutrients, especially potash.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Soil fertility loss warns for hill land erosion
A brief note warns that much soil fertility is lost by washing and erosion on hillsides. It recommends stopping this by keeping the land healthy, planting cover crops, improving drainage, grading, and other soil conservation steps.
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