Germany Willing to Repair Devastated France
The German foreign office note to London reiterates Germanys readiness to cooperate in reconstructing devastated France to restore economic peace. It outlines steps including state led work or via a settlement group, clearing and forestry, brick and cement plants, delivery of German machinery, and the building of 25 000 wooden houses this coming season. Dr Walter Simons signs the document, urging allied nations to begin detailed talks promptly.
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Bomb suspect in Alou wanted for evasion of draft
Tito Ligi is jailed in Scranton facing charges of willfully evading the selective draft act during the war. Bail was set at 10,000, with a federal hearing to May 2 in Harrisburg. A grand jury probe looms as investigators pursue links to the Wall Street blast or clear him.
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Photo id ties Tito Igeri to Wall Street bombing suspect
In New York on April 22, William J. Flynn said a photo of Tito Igeri, under arrest in Scranton Pennsylvania, was identified by three individuals from prominent Wall Street firms as the man seen driving the so called bomb wagon into Wall Street on September 16. Flynn arrived from Washington last night.
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Liquor Smuggling Down Five Percent In Fargo
Fargo North Dakota April 22 Liquor smuggling between Canada and North Dakota has fallen to five percent of the prior year says Lane Maloney head of the prohibition offices in Fargo The shift marks a sharp reduction in illegal liquor movement across the border and reflects ongoing enforcement efforts by state authorities.
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General Wood Delayed Two Days En Route to Manila
The steamer Wenatechee bearing Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood, en route to Manila to assess conditions as President Harding’s representative, is two days late due to engine trouble and is expected to dock in Tokio Sunday morning.
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SPECIAL YAP COMMISSION MAY BE APPOINTED BY TOKIO
TOKIO April 22. The diplomatic advisory council approved the cabinet stance on the Yap mandate after Viscount Uchida explained the government view. No official decision was released but diplomats expect efforts toward a mutually satisfactory settlement. Aissi Himbun says Japan is considering appointing a special commission. A Nichi Nichi dispatch says the cabinet decided not to alter policy despite the American note. the cabinet’s decision would be reported at an extraordinary council meeting Friday.
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Military arrest guards at Cork funeral twist
In Cork on April 22 the funeral of Sinn Fein leader Julius Sullivan was disrupted as soldiers arrested the guard of honor during the removal of the body from St Fin Hart church after a requiem mass. Spectators then filled the roles and placed the coffin in the hearse.
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Last Minute Sinn Fein Talks Probe Irish Dail Stance
In Dublin an eleventh hour push to seat Sinn Fein leaders and the government for talks before the Irish parliament election continues. Mediation by business, clergy, and government proxies persists after recent visits by Lord Haldane and Sir William Sutherland, with the Earl of Derby arriving. Republican sources say Dail Eireann stance remains unchanged.
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Quarter million in jewels loot of bandits
Chicago April 22 J J Rein owner of a downtown jewelry store reports two bandits robbed him and Leroy Present a Rochester NY salesman of jewels valued at 235000 dollars Police arrest Leo Reingold brother of the proprietor but officials declined to discuss his connection with the case
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Immigration Restriction Bill Passes House Vetoed by Wilson
Washington April 22 the house passed the immigration restriction bill in nearly its prior form after rejecting an amendment to open doors to political refugees a pocket veto now sends the measure to the senate where leaders expect swift action three percent limit tied to the 1910 census with amendments permitting asylum for persecuted aliens admission for U S citizen children under 18 and preference for families of American citizens and veterans Sabath opposed opening gates to refugees but offered a resolution to admit Corks Lord Mayor as a political refugee and faced procedural objections as the bill moved forward
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Steamer Hong Koh Sinks Off Swatow With 1100 Chinese Aboard
AP reports from Peking that the Hong Koh sank just outside Swatow while en route from Singapore to Amoy. About 1,100 Amoy Swatow passengers and 30,000 bags of rice perished in a panicked riot as passengers fought for lifeboat places.
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Street Carmen Agree to Accept Reduction of Ten Cents an Hour
After days of meetings, management of the street railway company and the carmen union announce a wage cut of 10 cents an hour. Either side may reopen negotiations with 30 days notice. The cut is tied to the current depression.
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Inquiry on entertainment of anarchists in Butte
Eli Kusminow and his father in law faced naturalization interrogations before Judge Lynch amid 114 applicants. Kusminow, a former Russian dramatic actor turned shoe retailer on South Main, denied entertaining the exiled anarchists Berkman and Emma Goldman, blaming his father in law. The court recessed as proceedings pressed due to Judge Lynch’s schedule.
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Polish Troops Move in Vilna District Reported
In Vilna district Polish troops are reported concentrating after leaving the Bolshevik front. The League of Nations control commission has left Kovno for the Suwalki front amid alleged British breach of the demarkation and neutral zone, with incursions into villages several kilometers beyond.
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German cabinet to decide reparations policy this week
Berlin reports a cabinet council will meet tonight and tomorrow the German government will reveal its stance on reparations. Foreign Minister Simons announced the plan in the Reichstag, indicating a formal policy statement to follow.
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United Mine Workers Face Contempt Charge
Huntington W Va April 22 Two district officials of the United Mine Workers of America and 18 other men were placed on trial in United States district court here today charged with contempt. The jury, all farmers, is to hear evidence in a case alleging violation of an injunction restraining interference with the operation of mines in Mingo county.
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Haywood Seeks Aid From I W W Figures To Rebuild
Chicago April 22 Federal authorities pursue William D Haywood amid reports he fled to Russia to raise funds for the I W W rehabilitation. The movement’s membership plummeted from over 400000 to under 7000 since the 1918 Chicago trial. Officials note ties with Leon Trotzky as possible influence.
Federal officials seek wide probe of radicals in U S cities
Chicago reports that federal authorities requested exhaustive investigations of radical headquarters nationwide. Officials believe I W W leader Big Bill Haywood, who was rumored to have fled to Russia while facing a 20 year sentence, may be sheltered in the United States amid alleged plans for a May Day demonstration.
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Oklahoma Tornado Hits Durant Causing Major Damage
A tornado swept through central Bryan county Oklahoma last night blowing buildings from foundations and twisting trees. About 20 oil derricks were wrecked and damage was estimated at a quarter of a million dollars. No fatalities were reported.
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