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Newspaper
Carey Times
Location
Carey, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1920
Page
4
The Federal Reserve Board signals a need to boost production and reduce the nonproductive mood. The Chicago Tribune argues that labor must pull its weight in 1920, stressing that more work, not regulation, lowers prices and raises prosperity.
The article discusses Hoover's campaign turning into mudslinging as Democratic senators question his "Americanism" due to foreign ties. It notes Hoover, born in Iowa and educated in California, built a business with time abroad. The Carny Times and Saturday Evening Post are cited on Hoover as a businessman with world experience and results.
The editor reports a Friday meeting of newspaper men in the Y M C A building in Fostoria to discuss forming a Buckeye Press Association district. Snow storm raged outside while youngsters joined in games after school. The editor calls the idea a valuable asset for Fostoria and smaller towns.
Dozens of American business houses pressed the state department in Washington for permission to resume trade with Russia before others monopolize the Russian market. The move was learned on January 24 as representatives of several large firms met officials seeking information on what steps would be required to restart trade.
Officials note the State Department is weighing steps toward freer commerce with Russia after the blockade lift. Businessmen predict shipments to Russia and competition with European merchants. Delegates previously urged relaxing the embargo last August, but other delegations rejected the idea.
Senator Smoot of Utah announced in Washington on January 26 that a proposed arid lands bill would spur western development. The measure endorsed by Interior Secretary Lane would let reclamation undertake projects for unreclaimed land with a deposit to cover costs and would not spend government funds until contracts with landowners are signed.
A Sunday blaze in a Cleveland residence district destroyed several homes and left families homeless. Firefighters were hampered as hydrants were frozen, forcing use of garden hoses. The incident warns towns relying on hydrants to ensure immediate access during cold spells.
The Dutch government declines to surrender the Kaiser to the allies citing no treaty requires extradition for the offense of starting the war. Public opinion backs Holland’s stance as a refugee seeks protection within Dutch borders and avoids a forced trial.
The State of New Jersey will sue to declare national prohibition unconstitutional, arguing it invades state rights. Gov Edward in his inaugural last Friday supports airing the dispute and plans to consolidate the suit with a parallel Rhode Island case.
The Prince of Wales addressed a Pilgrims dinner in London with 300 guests, delivering a humorous speech and a warm reception. He reaffirmed plans to visit America, especially the Midwest and West, noting much mail from the United States and his role as the King's representative in easing US British ties.
The 83rd General Assembly passed a thrift instruction bill without opposition. Sponsored by Rep C H Freeman Ada the measure would require at least 30 minutes weekly in all Ohio elementary and high schools and aligns with the War Savings Committee drive to boost thrift and War Savings securities use. The senate is expected to approve and the policy aims to expand saving habits as part of wartime finance.
Capt John H Gamel and Co L 551st Infantry Michigan State Troops held a January 11 banquet at the Board of Commerce for Col W Jr Laurence 93 and wife Chaplain Capt Hugh Jack Maj W Derry and about 50 members plus wives and friends. Ysabel Maxon Wilkins entertained with songs including Too Fat to Fight Plasters and Passing the ete. J C Dell of United Booking Association presented six vaudeville acts. Prof Chas Burke led orchestra. speeches by Laurence Chaplain Jack and Maj Derry praised compulsory military training. Detroit Westward notes the event.
An endorsement from AN Criger a rural mail carrier from Bays? supports Doan's Kidney Pills. He says the pills cured his backache after years of illness from riding and he has had no back trouble since. He bought them at Ewing S Drug Store and urges others to use Dean's Kidney Pills from FosterMilburn Co Buffalo NY.
The passage thanks Representative R. Clint Cole for placing their name on his congressional mailing list. It notes appreciation for the Record and editorial support. It mentions Cole creating a record in the high office and that his statements command the attention of the House.
Miss Berniece Thomas of Albuquerque New Mexico spent from Saturday until Tuesday with her Captain Mrs I E Copley.
Carey Ohio January 8 1920 notice states stockholders will meet February 6 1920 at 1 pm to consider a proposed agreement authorized by the board for sale of the company property and assets to The Peoples Telephone Company of Carey Ag. By order of the board G A Kemmerly president.
The Carey Farmers Telephone Company will hold a stockholders meeting at its office on Friday February 6 1920 at 2 oclock p m. to consider the surrender and abandonment of its corporate authority and franchises and dissolution of the corporation. By order of the directors managing the concerns.
An advertisement touts Gude’s Pepto Mangan in liquid and tablet forms as essential after illnesses like influenza. It claims the remedy builds rich red blood, restores strength, and improves appetite, with physicians recommending it for a healthier body. The text stresses genuine Pepto Mangan only under the Gude’s brand.
Auction to be held on Thursday February 5 1920 at 10 00 am at the Joe Crislip farm four miles north of Carey three miles south of Alvada and three miles west of Adrian on the Carey Fostoria road. Livestock include ten horses and thirty three cattle with multiple calves and heifers plus twelve brood sows and various hogs. Farm implements hay corn oats and other items listed. Terms down sale day lunch on grounds auctioneers Ludest Stanley Jones and William Jacoby clerk.
City prison committee in Atlantie Georgia ordered the whipping of women at the stockade discontinued after a public hearing prompted by the Atlantic Humane Society. A separate probe into ending flogging of male prisoners was authorized. stockade inmates are police court offenders.
Members of the joint commission of the Methodist Episcopal churches north and south in Louisville report a favorable view of merging the two branches. A draft constitution and the proposal to name the unified church the Methodist Church are included and will be sent to the general conferences.
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In some Alaska agricultural districts stone breakwaters are built on land to avert the spring torrents from the clers.
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