Palmer Answers Charges In Fiery Hearing Clash
Attorney General Palmer and Eugene C. Bonniell, longtime political foe, traded sharp charges during a Senate inquiry into pre convention campaign expenditures. Bonniell accused misuse of federal power to aid liquor interests while Palmer defended his Pennsylvania primary campaign and condemned the attacks as character assassination. The room filled with a growing crowd as the clash unfolded.
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Associated Press
Washington
Palmer
Eugene C. Ronniwell
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Senate
Bonniell
Lowden Denies Delegates Paid to Support His Candidacy
Governor Frank Lowden of Illinois disavowed any illegitimate campaign expenditures and denounced Missouri delegates Moore and Goldstein for accepting payments before knowing they would be candidates. He said Emerson ensured payments were for legitimate organizing work, not for votes, and urged legislation to control and publicize campaign spending.
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Chicago
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Lowden
Illinois
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Missouri
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Goldstein
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Just Tribunals Favored In Case Of Private Employment
A Republican subcommittee report urges tribunals to arbitrate disputes in private employment. It favors government action, Kansas style courts for public utilities, and warns strikes may be forbidden until decisions are issued. The panel also backs continued wartime labor programs and child labor regulation under federal guidance.
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Department of Labor
News Promises Superb Convention Service for Subscribers
The News announces enhanced convention coverage with a leased wire service for subscribers and Panhandle readers. Abe Martin will write convention humor, AP reporters will cover events, Ione Ragsdale will track Texas delegates, and historical sketches of sixteen conventions will continue. Top photos of Democratic and Republican leaders will run in The News and The Panhandle.
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Associated Press
Ione Ragsdale
Dallas News
Texas
News
the Panhandle
House Committee Blames Palmer for Agh Sugar Case
The House Committee accuses Palmer in the Agh Sugar case and alleges the attorney general abused his power to set maximum prices. Findings point to improper influence and regulatory actions.
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AGH
Palmer overstepped authority on Louisiana sugar price plan
The sugar investigating committee reports Attorney General Palmer acted without legal authority to fix maximum sugar prices in Louisiana for 1919 20. The plan, approved November 8 1919, set prime yellow clarified sugar at 19 cents and clear granulated at 15 cents per pound, with Palmer’s office backing the arrangement.
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Washington
Palmer
Louisiana
House
Tinkham
Massachusetts
United States
Henry Mooney
United
Memphis Youth Found Hanged in Garage
The body of W. G. Carson, 18, was found hanging by a trace chain in a garage at his Memphis home. Authorities say health issues led to the suicide, and the garage door was nailed shut from inside. He is survived by a wife and three children. Carson had recently moved to Memphis, Texas after purchasing a home.
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W. G. Carson
Panhandle Chamber of Commerce Holds First AnnualConvention
The Panhandle Plains Chamber of Commerce begins its first annual convention at 10 am in Amarillo city hall rooms with welcome by BR H Nichols and a response by R T Correll. A banquet at the Amarillo hotel closes the day with speakers Hilton T Greer W H Fuqua and others.
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Hilton T. Greer
Dallas Efevening Journal
Amarillo Daily News
Denver
A Mathers Hilburn
Amarillo
Governor delivers ultimatum on Galveston freight disruption
Governor Hobby warned Galveston authorities to enforce laws and ensure free movement of freight or he will take control by 9 a.m. Saturday June 5. Troop A Texas Cavalry assembled in Waco to respond as Adjutant General Cope prepared to deploy. Union dock workers had been on strike with non union labor filling roles. no clashes reported.
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Waco
Texas Cavalry
W. P. Stewart
Hobby
Wolters
Galveston
Austin
W. P. Hobby
Texas
Texas Chamber of Commerce
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W. D. Cope
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Pre-convention Drama Grows Over Johnson Knox Ticket
Chicago reports preconvention activity as Republican tensions flare at the national committee hearing. The Missouri delegates funded by the Lawden campaign draw scrutiny while Knox Johnson supporters gain attention. Contests from Missouri and Mississippi spark sharp debate as party factions clash over seating and influence.
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California
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Mings
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Hayes
San Francisco
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Kansas City
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Minnesota
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Mississippi
Republican platform gets tentative draft in Washington
The tentative draft of the Republican national platform was finished in Washington with Sen Watson of Indiana coordinating. The Mexico plank by Sen Fall of New Mexico was added and revised, while prohibition was omitted and suffrage and soldier bonus planks were in flux for Chicago. No decision on the League of Nations. several declarations remain to be presented to the Chicago conference.
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Girl Escapes After Attack Near School
A 14 year old white girl was attacked today by an 18 year old Black assailant while walking to school in Waco. He tore most of her clothing before she freed herself and escaped.
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Waco
House Committee Votes Against Boxing Bill in Texas
Austin June 2 The House committee reported unfavorably by 8 to 4 a bill to permit boxing in Texas. Proponents gave notice of a favorable minority report. lawmakers introduced a measure to extend time for permits to drill for oil and gas on land covered by the Texas Oklahoma boundary dispute.
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