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Newspaper
Casper Daily Tribune
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1920
Page
1
Denver delegates at the labor convention vote 24 000 to 12 000 for next year’s AF of L leadership. The gathering approves resolutions urging open shop abandonment, worker input in management, and political stances opposing injunctions and rail, with calls for government ownership and treaty support.
The Federation backed a cooperative movement to curb high living costs by forming societies and operating co operative stores. A levy of $1 on every local union was approved to fund a bureau of cooperation promoting true cooperation in the United States and Canada.
An unconfirmed dispatch says the ex-Kaisais figure is reportedly seriously ill at Doorn. The report is from United Press and dated June 14.
London June 19. Premier Lloyd George told a railway delegation that Britain will never concede an independent Irish republic unless it is absolutely beaten to the ground. He likened Ireland to the American Civil War and Lincoln’s stance, saying the government would persist as long as needed.
Des Moines Iowa June 19 English should be the only language of instruction in public schools nationwide a resolution prepared by the Americanization committee of the General Federation of Women's Clubs was adopted at its biennial convention here The measure also seeks independent citizenship for women and naturalization for alien children upon reaching majority after a literacy test in court.
Police arrest Alfonso Cordova on New York police advice for possessing subscription funds alleged to finance an anarchist revolt in the United States. The report notes a COP Angers tone and references the June incident.
McAdoo ends bid for president and Democrats in Chicago accept withdrawal as final. Delegates and leaders say the party should cooperate at the convention while considering likely candidates and challenges to the nomination. A flood of messages from Chicago Democrats urged McAdoo to run if unpledged and possible solid support backed his decision.
J P Weed of the State Hospital sustained a fractured skull and other injuries when struck by an automobile driven by W R Shipley of Wholesale Supply company on West Second Street last night. In front of 643 West Second Street the accident occurred. Weed was feared dead at first, but the physician reported this morning his condition improved though serious and recovery hoped.
Unclear text confirms James A Reed unanimously re-elected to represent the Ath Mineouri district at the Democratic convention. Delegates reaffirm Reed after state convention action ordering another delegate named. Washington report notes Democratic activity on June 19.
A report indicates Colby expects to be named permanent chairman of the Democratic national convention. Secretary Telavendee announced June 19 as a date, while the report notes Colby’s assertion of his candidacy for the post.
Reports from London summarize a preliminary Boulogne meeting planned for Monday among French Premier Millerand and British, Italian, Belgian representatives to discuss Turkish affairs. The aim is to ease tension in Anatolia and avoid a new war, with focus on Kemal’s leadership and regional stance.
Supporters today said they would not withdraw McAdoo’s name from the convention ballot. Rumors suggest he might reconsider if actually nominated.
In San Francisco on June 1, Democratic factions are discussing McAdoo’s potential nomination despite limits on formal placement. Indications suggest he may receive strong backing from early ballots even if not officially nominated.
Associated Press dispatch datelined Washington says Major General John A. Lejeune is to command the famous Second Marine Division Corps. The change comes as Major General comes to fill the post after a Secretacy Daniels appointment. Reports note the unit broke through German lines in the Meuse Argonne offensive.
Joseph Bel, a Burlington bridge crew worker at Lysite, was killed when struck by lightning during yesterday's thunderstorm. The body will be taken to Camper tonight and then sent to Sterling Colorado for burial.
J. M. Farris, formerly with the Cheyenne police, named captain of police in Casper replacing Kilgore. The department now lists sergeants W. Kilgore, Joe Buneh, Jim Tyoch, and Sam Gaston, with eight patrolmen and plainclothes officers under Chief C. M. Billthorpy.
The Public Health Office reports no alarming conditions and continues quarantine measures. A medical mission will visit Pensacola New Orleans and Galveston to study plague threats amid ongoing monitoring and limited developments at port cities.
In Londonderry Ireland June 19 a two hour battle between Nationalists and Unionists caused many injuries and widespread control by armed groups. Police and troops faced violent clashes while earlier rioting on May 16 left a policeman dead and many wounded.
A Moscow dispatch claims Afghan forces mass at the Indian Afghan frontier aimed at striking British forces in India. The report notes growing regional tension and possible raid threats on Indian territory.
State troops returned to Duluth Minnesota on June 19 to quell a reported mob plan to attack and lynch 14 Black residents involved in an earlier assault. Troops with machine guns and tanks patrolled the streets to prevent violence.
A Libernia delegation met with Senator Robert La Follette in Chicago on June 19 to discuss his possible entry as the presidential candidate of a third party. La Follette offered no decision, reportedly thinking it over.
Mexico City June 19 Salvador Martines Alomia was named secretary of the interior today completing the provisional cabinet. Miss Margaret England expected home Monday from the University of Minnesota to spend the summer with her parents Mr and Mrs John Magland
Police in St Joseph Missouri state an unsigned letter claimed the headless body found in Lake Contrary several days earlier is that of an Omaha woman. The head was not found and investigators pursue leads.
The national railroad labor board expects a decision within three weeks on a permanent wage rise for railroad workers. If approved, the increase will likely be retroactive to May 4 and avoid temporary raises.
Newport N. I. June 14 under light airs the Resolute secured her sixth victory over the Vanitie in the trial series to decide who will challenge Shamrock IV for the America's Cup.
Members of the house appropriations committee, with officials from the reclamation and national park service, will tour 18 western national parks and reclamation projects. Scheduled stops include Colorado Rocky Mountain Park, Idaho Boise and Minidoka projects, Arrow Rock dam, Wyoming Yellowstone Park and Shoshone project, Montana Glacier Park and Milk River projects.
Associated Press reports Admiral Nodinin of the Pacific fleet says the United States Navy has no plan to seize fuel oil from the Geneva Petroleum plant. A related note mentions a temporary discharge training commander from the office and a court appearance in a U S district court.
Senator Warren G. Harding postpones vacation to meet Republican leaders including Will Hayes and Marty Daugherty as he plans campaign logistics. James Biden Jr. begins service as a personal attendant to Harding to support the campaign. Distribution will start near Montgomery as the Republican committee prints a formal picture and news releases.
Harding announced he would remain in Washington until mid July and then move to his Marion home for an aerial project plan. The statement outlines plans to stay in the capital and relocate later to his residence in Marion for ongoing work.
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