Church Service as Fresco at White House Camp
President Harding capped his camping trip with Sabbath worship in a grove near the Maryland camp joined by Henry Ford Thomas Edison and Bishop William F Anderson. A small local crowd attended as the president and party rode through woods and spoke by telephone with the White House. A blaze from a camp truck’s gasoline range briefly threatened vehicles before camp staff extinguished it. The sermon urged universal brotherhood and praised disarmament talks. Treasury reports $70.7 million in foreign repayments funded $73.9 million in Liberty bond retirements in the last fiscal year.
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London Ireland truce holds as talks move toward peace
The London governed truce with Ireland endures as neither Dublin nor Dublin’s leaders fully commit to or reject the proposals. Observers note a cautious openness to a settlement outside existing parliamentary machinery, while Ulster opinion remains divided and Valera’s timetable for a legislative seat is unclear.
Sapan Reaches Tentative Progress in World Round Table Talks
In ongoing negotiations, Sapan shows limited progress before agreeing to join the World Round-Table talks. Her stance remains cautious as she considers the invitation and potential implications for participation.
Agenda Still In The Air In Tokyo Over Far East Conference
In Tokyo the advisory council of Japan weighs the scope and timing of participation in a proposed far eastern conference. Japan seeks assurances that a formal agreement on conference discussions will be reached before the meeting. The talks may not require a reply to Hughes before the conference, but the response should come between that reply and the conference itself.
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Diplomats foresee US reply to Japan on far eastern talks
In Tokio diplomats expect the United States to hint at participation in far eastern discussions with Japan. Allies reportedly say the conference agenda is not aimed at Japan. Officials doubt a firm agenda before Congress assembles and Japan may reserve freedom of action. Publicists urge a permanent, practical understanding with America amid Britain alliance uncertainties.
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Legislation for Raising Money For Government
Washington reports that money raising legislation dominates congressional activity this week. The Senate Finance Committee opens hearings on the Fordney tariff bill, while the House Ways and Means Committee gears up to discuss a new tax bill. The tariff measure, passed by the House, aims to raise about half a billion dollars yearly, but tax revision proposals are expected to dominate debate. A plan for a clearinghouse of tax experts may be approved, with work starting during tariff hearings. The Fordney bill’s American valuation provision faces further consideration, and dye embargo concerns may affect chemical rules within the bill.
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FIELD DAY PROGRAM AT GARDENS BUTTE MINES EVENT SCHEDULE
A field day at the gardens features a morning baseball game between Clarks and Black Specs, followed by field events. Events include potato race, egg-and-spoon, driving contest for women, five-eighths mile relay, 100 yard dash, and noon picnic lunch. Afternoon programs cover baseball between A C M and Cole-Pitts, first-aid demonstration, boxing, wrestling, and a free-for-all sprint. Purse monies are listed for several events.
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Alaska Mineral Output Rises in 1920 Copper Leads
Alaska mineral production in 1920 reached 23,303,000 dollars, up over 3.5 million from 1919. Copper output surged from 8,783,900 to 12,960,000 dollars despite only eight copper mines operating, while gold fell by more than 1,000,000. Other minerals listed include silver, coal, tin, and petroleum with a total 40 year mining value of 461,474,789 dollars. SAN FRANCISCO earthquake shock felt citywide lasting 15 to 25 seconds. seismographs and fatalities not reported. The quake originated near Palo Alto, moving northwest, with strongest effects at Palo Alto.
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Three Hundred Fall Into River at Broadwater Bathing House
At Great Falls on July 14 a crowd of about three hundred spectators caused the Broadwater bathing house platform to collapse while an endurance swim drew onlookers. Fountain of water swirled as the platform gave way and hundreds tumbled into the Missouri river but no injuries were reported.
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Bathers Photos Prompt Board to Issue an Edict
Atlantic City officials led by Mayor Edward L. Bader announced a permanent ban on one piece bathing suits on the beaches. Police Chief Miller returned from a coast inspection with photographs. the board reviewed them and issued the edict.
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Rockefeller Foundation Expands Global Medical Aid in 1920
A Rockefeller Foundation review shows wide reach in 1920, extending to most quarters of the globe. Donations aided European children, Belgium research, and rebuilding in Brussels. Thirty-one Chinese hospitals improved, a yellow fever campaign ran in the Americas and West Africa, malaria aid in U.S. South, hookworm efforts in the South, and French control of wartime tuberculosis work. Medical teachers from England Belgium and Czechoslovakia visited the United States.
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Turning Point Reached Declares President Byram
Chicago July 24 Advance estimates show the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railway will turn a profit in June for the first time in six months, enough to cover operating expenses taxes and rents and leave net profit to apply to bond interest as stated by H B Byram president of the company marking a turning point in the nation's transportation system.
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Secretaries of State Convene in Helena August Second
States from across the Union will gather in Helena on August 2 for the annual convention of the national association. Expected attendees include state auditors and treasurers, with talks on admitting active members and potentially merging three officers into one national entity.
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Margelin Killed After Spokane Robbery Attempt
Special Dispaten report notes Margelin, ex Montana penitentiary inmate, killed by a Spokane officer after a bold robbery attempt. He had been released from Deer Lodge early for an investigation into Contey’s management, with parole records incomplete. He escaped Warm Springs, was recaptured, and faced parole disputes before his death during the Spokane incident.
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Belfast Thinks De Valera Won't Accept Terms
In Belfast the belief spreads that Eamonn de Valera will reject British terms for a settlement of the Irish question. The terms are seen as short of the republican ideal, with fiscal control and dominion status for Ireland outside the six northern counties. Ulster leaders are urged to join the southern parliament, while the Ulster government seeks assurances from London. In Dublin Countess Markievicz is released after ten months of a two-year sentence.
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Governor Small vows to resist arrest in war warrants
Governor Small returns to Springfield determined to defy arrest on warrants charging embezzlement and conspiracy to defraud the state. He travels with his son in law and aides, plans to attend Judge Smith's session, and may meet resistance or armed conflict if warrants are served.
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