15 Oct 1921
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Newspaper
Casper Daily Tribune
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1921
Page
1
Workers across 17 railroads and associated groups will walk at six day intervals beginning October 30. Roads are divided into four groups for the action, with coordinated timelines and expected staggered participation.
Five hundred general chairs of the big four brotherhoods and Switchmen's Union issued orders for a progressive general strike starting October 30 at 6 a m. Railroads are split into four groups with 24 hour intervals between walkouts. Group 1 includes 17 lines such as Chicago and Northwestern and Southern Railway. The administration of President Howat remains in office amid miner unrest and split loyalties between northern and southern factions.
ABrooklyn colonization voyage ends in disappointment as Idaho homeseekers face shattered dreams after a trek to a prairie tract 18 miles from Castleford. Bankers and lawyers report settlers lured by promises of prosperity and grand scenery, then misled about distance and conditions.
Judge Harry Fisher sustained the demurrer of the Tribune in a 10 million dollar libel suit by the City of Chicago. He ruled the city lacked a valid cause of action and denied its right to amend. The case tests press liberty against municipal criticism of corporate acts.
Doorn Holland October 15 The slump in the German mark hits the former emperor causing staff cuts and changes at Doorn castle William II reduces household expenses and gardening becomes a hobby The Kaiser’s finances rely on remittances from Germany while Prussian assets were curtailed and negotiations for an arrangement continue
The Episcopal Church plans special Armistice Day services on November 11 with prayers for the armament conference in Washington. Archbishop Thomas F. Gailor announces that Sunday, November 13 will also feature related services in all Episcopal churches worldwide.
State Highway Department notes range of road conditions from fair to good across the state. Major detours near Glenrock to Parker ton slow traffic and keep dust high. Sections Glenrock to Casper rough with no improvement until rain, while Casper to Boshont and Boshont to Lander are generally good with some rough Indian reservation work.
Investigators pursued four bandits who robbed the Hialto branch post office at New Montgomery and Caisson streets last night. About 200 registered parcels reportedly stolen. one male pouch captured, others escaped in a car. Police continued inquiries and sought clues to the loot’s value.
Floods along the Salmon and other rivers nearly submerged Ryder Alaska and washed away Stewart bridges. Dolly Varden railroad bridges were undermined and the Kit sak river ferry at Little Arm was swept away. The rush of water from heavy rains is subsiding.
Burlington offices report Freight shows a 60 percent rise year to date at Casper, contrasting with declines elsewhere. August be came the station's heaviest month, with September close behind.
In Yakima Washington an elderly Yakima Indian woman named Yohjowyan was found dead at her home near White Swan with a crushed skull and a ransacked house. Investigating officers say alleged use of supernatural powers by Indians may have motivated the death. Her two sons Colwash and Jacob and another Indian were held pending further inquiry.
Census figures released show five western states Montana Idaho Wyoming Utah and Washington had the lowest illiteracy among native white residents in 1920 at three tenths of one percent. The District of Columbia shared that rate with these states. New Mexico had the highest native white illiteracy at 11.4 percent while among foreign white persons Texas led with 5.8 percent illiteracy.
A large meeting of North Casper property owners debated severing ties with Casper to create a Mills, Wyoming like independent town. A committee was tasked with calculating incorporation costs and feasibility, with district taxes around 100000 dollars and bills potentially requiring bonds and higher taxes.
The Loyalton bank robbery trail in Sierra county has vanished after leading toward the Ci co mountains. Sheriff Julius Johnson has returned for rest as storms possibly hid the bandits. One suspect bought tickets toward Blue Canyon while Meg’s train boarding is unconfirmed.
Greybull Wyoming authorities investigate a second explosion within three weeks. A blast at the rear of T. C. Marshall residence shattered windows and dug a hole in the ground, likely caused by dynamite thrown into the yard. Mare. was in Billings. his wife and daughter were at home. a frightened crowd fled a nearby picture show but no suspects or clues were found.
Baltimore wins a close game with a final score decided in a tense finish as both teams battled for control. The report highlights a narrow margin and key plays late in the contest.
President Harding chaired a 16 minute meeting with the wage board trio Barton Hangar Hooper and the full Interstate Commerce Commission to discuss an early adjustment of railroad rates and wages. The White House said the talks aimed at averting a nationwide rail strike and aiding industrial revival.
The Wyoming American Legion district in Casper opened a two day session with plans to repeal the $2,000 tax exemption for veterans holding honorable discharges. State Commander Ogilbee and the adjutant position were not finalized as committee members, and lawmakers debated amnesty for objectors. The meeting included Wil G Meta Sheridan and other officers from Worland Kemmerer and Rawlins.
End of third period results show Columbus Stars ahead of Minneapolis 21 to 0. Evanston games list Wisconsin 29 Northwestern 6 and other midwest pairings. End of second period reports Purdue 0 at Notre Dame Lafayette and Michigan 7 over Aggies 0 with Yale 13 over Williams 7. End of first period notes Iowa State 7 over res 0 and Army 6 over Wabek 0.
William A. Hightower was found guilty of murder in the death of Father Patrick E. Hoslin, a Colma Catholic priest. He received a life term in San Quentin as recommended by the jury, with a notice of appeal filed with the court.
Denver merchants warn a tight turkey supply for Thanksgiving with market surveys showing limited stock and delays likely until after Christmas. The Denver Times reports prices slipping on wholesale markets, butter costs rising and potential retail price increases.
Washington Vermont report shows the House rejected recommitting the Blogs bill to raise membership from 436 to 460 after nine hours of debate. Representative Palrfiell led opposition with Chile man Biegel supporting keeping the current size. The fight marks the second try to boost House seats this year, with the 453-member target failing last week.
Sidney Nob boxer and law student P a Wurts overpowered ex police A W Allen during a hospital corridor disturbance at L vimeon hall Parke area. Partin detained the intruder and authorities took him into custody as investigators reviewed the case and Allen's condition.
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