Storms and floods devastate Middle West toll rises
A cyclone across the Middle West leaves fifty dead and one hundred injured. Tornadoes strike Illinois, Indiana and Mississippi as high winds and cloud bursts ruin roads, rail lines, and communications from Nebraska to Ohio and Michigan to Arkansas. Thousands of livestock drown and crops destroyed as towns are wiped out.
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United Press
Chicago
Middle West
Illinois
Indiana
Mississippi
Nebraska
Ohio
Michigan
Arkansas
Federal Judge Overturns Rimpkeet Colonies Order
United Press report from Washington says Judge Martin A. Knapp of the circuit of appeals set aside Judge McClintic of Charleston West Virginia’s injunction ordering abandonment of the rimpeeket colonies in Mingo county and barring mine workers from organizing. Knapp issued a supersedeas, transferring the case to himself at the workers’ attorneys' request.
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United Press
Washington
McClintic
Charleston
W. Va
Mingo County
Martin A. Knapp
Circuit of Appeals
Knapp
McClintick
Train Dispatchers Seek Wage Increase Before Board
Chicago dispatchers present proposals for higher pay to the United States Railroad Labor Board. The request aims to improve wages for train dispatchers amid broader labor actions.
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Chicago
United States Railroad’ Labor Board
Fishing Tackle Headquarters Invites Anglers to Quote
There is more health, strength and peace of mind from a fishing trip than medicines. If you would be an angler worthy of the name get your tackle from us. Use good tackle and be a credit to the disciples of Isaac Walton. We are the headquarters for Fishing Tackle.
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Isaac Walton
Three Men Injured in Dallas Gas Explosion
United Press reports three men injured as a gas leak filled the kitchen of A. M. Daniels home in Dallas. A fire followed the blast and destroyed the house. A fireman was hurt entering the building amid rumors a young woman was trapped.
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Dallas
A. M. Daniels
Daniels
Bonham Meets Sherman in Opening Day Game at 4 PM
The Bonham team faces Sherman on the local diamond tomorrow at 4 PM in Texas Oklargma League 10 opener. Fans are urged to attend in force to boost receipts and help win the cup for the largest opening day attendance.
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Texas Oklargma League
Bonham
Sherman
US Recognizes Boris Barimetse as Russian Ambassador
The United States recognizes Boris Bakhmnetoff as Russia's ambassador and notes he is not subject to legal processes. Secretary Hughes sent the notice to the Senate, blocking the Senate Labor Committee from subpoenaing Bukhmetoff to hearings on General Seminoff, the Cossack chief, alleged brutality.
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United Press
Washington
United States
Boris Bakhmnetoff
Senate Republicans Back Soldier Bonus Bill In Caucus
Washington April 18 Senate Republicans in caucus agreed to pass the soldier bonus bill this session of Congress.
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United Press
Washington
Senate Republicans
Congress
Texas Union Head Says Strike is Obsolete Weapon
The Texas State Federation of Labor opened in El Paso with a stance that strikes are obsolete except in special emergencies. William J. Moran of El Paso urged reform while George N. Slater outlined a legislative program including state insurance, attorney fees for appeal, higher compensation, and a minimum wage for working women. The convention may debate light wine and beer policies in the coming days.
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Paso
Texas State Federation of Labor Convention
William J. Moran
Ign Paso
Bricklayers’ Union
George N. Slater
Galveston
Industrial Accident Board
Government Wins in Long Fight Against the Trust
The Supreme Court ruled United Shoe Machinery is in restraint of competition in the shoe machinery industry, violating the Clayton Antitrust Act. The decision marks a government victory after a prolonged legal battle. The article also notes a Georgia law requiring inspection and testing of illuminating oils and a testing tax of forty dollars per car.
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United Press
Supreme Court
United Shoe Company
Georgia
Five Packers Consider Major Merge With New Combine
United Press reports Chicago sources say a five million dollar merger is planned among three large meatpackers led by Armour and Co. The move envisions J Oden Armour as chairman and E Wilson as president with Wilson Armour and Cudahy potentially joining the combine.
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Chicago
Packers
Wilson Armour
Cudahy
J. Oden Armour
E. Wilson
John McCormick Recuperates After Restful Night
New York reports another restful night for Irish tenor John McCormick with recovery practically assured per an official statement.
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John McCormick
United Press
New York
Russian famine eased by American relief efforts
Washington April 18. Herbert Hoover informed a cabinet meeting that American Relief Work has stopped the famine in Russia. He said it is probable the full twenty million dollars allocated for Russian relief will not be needed.
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United Press
Washington
Herbert Hoover
Russia
Destructive Fire in Manila Leaves Hundreds Homeless
Manila April 18 hundreds are homeless after a blaze destroyed five hundred houses near the city. One soldier was killed in the fire.
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United Press
Manila
Here
Texas Cities to Form Utility Advisory Commission
A meeting of six Texas cities appointed to study the feasibility of a proposed Utility Advisory Commission will hold its first gathering in Houston on May 15. The group includes San Antonio and other Texas municipalities exploring regional coordination.
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United Press
San Antonio
Texas
Utility Advisory Commission
Houston
Wilson Says Reed Opposed Federal Reserve Measure
President Woodrow Wilson, via letter published in the St Louis Globe Democrat, denies ever thanking Senator Reed for perfecting the Federal Reserve Bill. He says Reed raised many objections to the measure during the debate before Reed's re election bid.
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Wilson
Reed
Federal Reserve
United Press
ST. Louis
Woodrow Wilson
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
Jim Reed
Hem-stitching and pecoting offered at local shop
Nellie Young advertises hem-stitching and pecoting services at McCrayer's new music store with contact phone 489 for the neighborhood. The item listing reflects small-business trades in a community directory style.
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Nellie Young
McCrayer’s
George Struggling to Prevent Genoa Crisis
Genoa April 18 Lloyd George sought to head off fallout from the Russian German treaty announcement. The British premier urged practical handling to avert wrecking the Genoa conference.
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United Press
Genoa
Lloyd George
Bonham to Host Senate Candidate Clarence Ousley
Nun Clarence Ousley, a United States Senate hopeful, will speak in Bonham on May 1 at 2 o clock. The invitation urges residents to attend the public event.
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Bonhaal
Clarence Ousley
United States Senate
Bonham
Used Cars Offered at Gift Shop Price by Will Evans
A local dealer lists several used cars including Buick six Dodge roadster and Chevrolet in varying condition. One car is advertised as in very good shape and offered at a gift shop price.
Gas and oil only for cash after date at GI Blaluck Motor Co
Automobile owners are informed that after the specified date the shop will sell gas and oil strictly for cash. This notice from GI Blaluck Motor Co outlines a change in payment terms affecting all customers.
Debtors to Start War Debt Talks With United States
Washington reports official plans to begin negotiations next week to refund eleven billion dollars of allied wartime debt to the United States. Britain is named as the first debtor, with the American committee to decide the terms at its initial meeting.
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United Press
Washington
United States
Britain
Tioga Mineral Water Shipment Arrives at W.F.E. Newtons
A fresh shipment of Tioga mineral water has arrived for W. F. E. Newton. The note accompanies the delivery, indicating stock for local distribution and retail.
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Just
Tioga
W. FE. Newton
Weather Outlook for Bonham Area Tonight and Wednesday
Special to The Favorite reports clouds tonight with warmer conditions. Wednesday brings general rain chances across Bonham and surrounding areas as mild air moves in.
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New Orleans
Bonham
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