Harding inaugurated as 29th U S President in brief ceremony
Warren G. Harding of Ohio took the oath as the 29th president. Calvin Coolidge became vice president and president of the Senate. Thirty three senators joined the 67th Congress in a simple ceremony with half mast flags and special chairs for blind veterans.
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Harding Inaugural Address Opens New Era Before 50,000
President Harding affirmed the republic's aims in a firm inaugural address at the Capitol East steps. Vice President Coolidge stood by. Mrs. Harding and Mrs. Coolidge watched as the crowd cheered, with a few social balls and a calm ceremony marking the day.
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Earthquake Devastation Reported in Kansu Shensi Provinces
News from Shanghai on March 4 reports renewed earthquakes in Kansu and Shensi provinces killing about 250000 people. Famine relief officials say investigators are being sent to the disaster areas.
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Shanghai
China
Kansu
Shensi
Weather Sets Stage For Inaugural With Clear Sky
Washington observers reported bright sunshine and a clear sky for the inaugural day. Morning air felt chilly with a steady breeze as the thermometer stood at 34 degrees and rose through the day.
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Washington
Mar
Attention Masons Special No. 25
Friday March 4 at 6 p.m. Work Master Mason degree announced by W M Fred M McKay and Secretary Jas A Palmer for Masonic lodge.
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Fred M. McKay
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A. Palmer
High Points of the Address by The Harding Policies
The policies call for no old world alliances or foreign entanglements. They envision nations association for conference and a world court with mediation and arbitration of disputes. Goals include disarmament, clarified international law, international trade, reduced expenditures, efficient administration, lighter taxes, sound commercial practices, agriculture support, and industrial peace.
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Washington
Mar
Harding
Association of Nations
Harding Begins White House Era With Simple Inaugural Day
Warren G Harding rose before eight and dressed for a low key inaugural. He and Mrs Harding planned a quiet morning at the Willard Hotel with grapefruit waffles and syrup. The couple welcomed a few friends and conferred with secretary George B. Christian Jr. before a routine day with relatives and Marion friends nearby.
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United Press
Washington
Mar
Warren G. Harding
White House
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George T. Harding
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Missionary Market at Wheaton’s Hardware
Home cooking sale held at Wheaton’s Hardware on Saturday starting at 10 a.m. Funds go to missionary work and related causes. Local shoppers are invited to enjoy prepared foods and buy baked goods.
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Wheaton’'s Hardware
Public Dance at Junior Hall Saturday Evening
A public dance will be held at Junior Hall on Saturday evening March 5. Admission is 75 cents. ladies pay 25 cents.
Wilson bids farewell as he leaves White House
President Woodrow Wilson departs the White House for the last time amid fatigue and final motions toward Capitol Hill. Senator Lodge, his rival, declines a handshake as Wilson, struggling with illness, meets lawmakers and receives best wishes for health and success.
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Mar
Woodrow Wilson
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Capitol
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Wilson vetoes immigration and army bills in pocket action
President Wilson refused to sign two major measures, restricting immigration to three percent of 1910 levels for 1921 22 and blocking the army appropriation bill for a 156666 man force. The soldier hospital bill was signed, making 18.6 million dollars available for hospital construction.
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Washington
Mar
Congress
Wilson
Harding Kissed Micah Verse Inaugural Bible Custom
President Harding altered the inaugural Bible ritual by kissing a preselected verse from Micah chapter six, rather than a random page. The verse reads do justly love mercy and walk humbly with thy God, reflecting a deliberate choice for the ceremony in Washington.
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Washington
Mar
United Press
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Bound to Rave Apart in the Affair
A. L. Bradford reports Wilson remains firm in his path through a crucial political matter. The piece notes plans for officials to travel along Pennsylvania Avenue with an Admiral Grayson aide vehicle nearby in case of emergency.
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United Press
Washington
Mar
Wilson
Meavesa
Asraieana
Four Held in $1 Million Toledo Bond Robbery Case
Four persons are in custody in New York under examination related to the Toledo Ohio bond robbery. About forty one thousand dollars in bonds have been recovered. The four have been arraigned and remanded on bail.
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New York
Toledo
Ohio
Bootlegger Pursuit Ends in Gun Battle
Two alleged bootleggers were captured after a gun fight with county officers. In their car officers found a complete still and forty pints of liquor.
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Chillicothe
Harding Takes Oath as President of United States
United Press reports the oath of office administered to Warren G. Harding. He swore to faithfully execute the duties of President and to preserve protect and defend the Constitution of the United States to the best of his ability.
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Washington
Mar
United Press
Harding
United States
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Senate Chamber
Incomplete Disarmament Theme Marks Harding Inaugural
London reports March 4 that the word Peace dominates headlines as President Harding vows complete disarmament in his inaugural message. The afternoon panel offered little opportunity for expression on the difference in time.
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London
Harding
Wall Street Responds to Harding Inaugural Speech
Wall Street welcomed President Harding for his inaugural remarks. The Dow Jones Financial News Service noted the market favored the pledge not to join future permanent tax alliances and the emphasis on combating taxes.
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New York
Mar
Wall Street
Harding
Dow Jones Financial News Service
United States
Patient Silent at Cincinnati General Hospital
In Cincinnati on March 4, a patient at General Hospital refused to speak, puzzling physicians. The man, possibly David Port, was found in the street with jaws clenched and eyes closed.
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Cincinnati
Mar
General Hospital
David Port
Treasurer Archer Moves $93.8 Million to New State Vault
State Treasurer Archer transfers 93.8 million dollars in cash and securities from the old vault to a new steel vault, easing concerns over storage and safety. The transaction consolidates the funds in a modern secure facility.
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Columbus
Archer
Two More Indicted in McGannon Murder Case
Joseph Johnson, a McGannon witness, was indicted for perjury by the grand jury. Another indictment charged Delia McInerney with subordination of perjury for not testifying in the first trial for second degree murder in the Harold C. Kagy killing.
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Cleveland
Mar
Joseph Johnson
William H. McGannon
Harold C. Kagy
Delia McInerney
Pennsylvania Mining Laws Specify Air Volumes for Mule and Miner
Pennsylvania mining regulations mandate a mule receive 700 cubic feet of air per minute while a miner must be supplied with 200 cubic feet. The rule appears in historical occupational safety provisions, reflecting era standards for underground work.
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Pennsylvania
Inauguration Ritual Amid Diplomatic Watchers
President Coolidge opened the senate chamber with a brief, nofrills ceremony. Diplomats and officials observed as the ceremony proceeded, marking a quiet, restrained start to the session with Coolidge in a formal attire.
Eight Year Old Arrested Near Filbert in Federal Case
An eight year old boy was apprehended near Filbert in a federal court matter. Officials report minimal details while noting the youth’s involvement remains under review. Further proceedings are pending disclosure.
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Blurfield
Ae Marek
Filbert
Griffith to Face Indictment in Mason County Killing
W Holly Griffith, convict at the state penitentiary, was indicted in Mason county for the killing of a man named Row at Point Pleasant during a recent escape attempt. The case ties to Henry Lewis, a fellow escapee killed in the same episode.
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W. Ve
Holly Grifith
Henry Lewis
Griffith
Mason County
Row
Point Pleasant
Southern Ohio high basketball teams meet for state round at Wesleyan
In a morning session at Ohio Wesleyan University gym, eight teams from southern Ohio prepared for the state high basketball championship rounds. The event gathered Stenenseibtell schools and other southern division contenders.
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South Ohio
Inaugural Address of President Harding
President Warren G Harding speaks on March 4 about postwar world conditions. He urges noninvolvement in old world affairs, asserts civil liberty under law, and emphasizes America's sovereign destiny and duty to avoid entangling alliances. The speech stresses progress, civilization, and divine inspiration of the founders.
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Washington
Warren G. Harding
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Inaugural Address Urges Peace and Sovereign Policy
The passage presents a speech advocating friendship and opposition to permanent military alliances. It emphasizes national sovereignty, resistance to global super government, and a cautious openness to world counsel and arbitration while prioritizing American independence and security. The speaker calls for peaceful means, media tion, and respect for constitutional proceedings.
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