25 Oct 1920
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Newspaper
Casper Daily Tribune
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1920
Page
1
Associated Press report from October 25 notes fevered speculation and anger over a death in Mere cokes land. Officials expect no outbreaks but fear intensified guerrilla actions against police and military, who increase vigilance and anticipate reprisals.
Small knots gather near Brixton prison as news of Lord Mackintosh's death spreads. Authorities, fearing unrest, tighten security around the area while Premier Lloyd George faces prudent measures against potential demonstrations.
Cork October 25 press report says Joseph Murphy on a hunger strike is dying momentarily as prayers are offered at his bedside. His mother sisters and brother are present.
Athens October 26 King Alexander's condition worsened according to an official bulletin released today. The report notes the monarch's health remains unstable as doctors monitor his vitals and continue treatment.
Terence MacSwiney, lord mayor of Cork, died at Brixton at 5 40 am after a hunger strike. His death follows a long fast witnessed by his chaplain and brother John MacSwiney. An inquest will be held and the body to be released to relatives.
The Supreme Court refused to review a suit by Harry McCartney against Secretary of State Colby seeking to compel acceptance of a peace resolution passed by Congress. The case aimed to end the technical state of war with Germany but the lower court ruling stood.
A complaint filed alleges a Union Pacific train killed a man walking along the right of way west of Cheyenne on December 9 1919. The suit claims the decedent had a license to be on the railroad property under an agreement between Union Pacific and the Postal company and asserts employees caused the fatal incident.
Five men forced their way into the Alvordton home of a banker at dawn. They woke him, locked the safe, and took about 600 in cash and 500 in bonds while his wife fainted. Police pursue leads in Toledo.
London leaders and miners representatives met today to discuss wages for coal miners and coal industry production. The talks continued after consultations with government officials hoping to settle the strike that began Sunday.
An American, M. T. Sevrey, was murdered in Cogenem Tae rysat with authorities in Mexico City and state police ordering all efforts to capture Navarre a fugitive and ex-employee of Gafanga Copper Company. A reward was posted by Canarua Copper Company as troops chase the suspect across the region. Sevrey lived in Arena California and was about age 50.
Gov Barney Carey spoke at the county courthouse before a full house, backed by the Women’s Republican Club. He urged irrigation of 66 000 acres along the Platte, better schools and roads, and supported Mondell’s renomination while criticizing labor unrest and foreign policy. The remarks touched on state wealth, education, and infrastructure.
In Colony on October 20 a violent clash between natives and troops left 14 dead and about 30 injured as police attempted to break up the riot. Soldiers and civilians exchanged fire as authorities moved to restore order and protect leaders amid the chaos.
New York reports terms for the world heavyweight title bout between Sep and Car have been virtually penned as Kearns Dempsey's manager announced.
United Press reports a probe targets city officials over an alleged vote traffic scheme tied to graft in high city offices. The piece claims government devotion to tearing the business to please, with officials stating substantial sums were involved.
Washington reports that settlement of Japan's protest against California land laws probably will wait until California voters decide on November 2. The United States has demanded the abolition of discriminatory Japanese labor restrictions and is seeking to replace them under the gentlemen's agreement, with a treaty likely to be negotiated to end immigration restrictions.
Washington October 25 A ruling leaves standing lower court decrees limiting liability of steamship operators after a 1915 shipwreck near the dock. The decision comes as the Supreme Court declines to review. Also noted a National Council of Jewish Women triennial session planned for the second week of November.
The school board of District No. 2 opened bids for a new school and street project in rural 2nd Springs. Seven bids were received with Frank Construction Company lowest at 28493 dollars. Lloyd Building Company among other bidders.
The London dispatch recounts the Corking tale of Terence Seen ae Jord and links it to the Rhodes episode as the Jameson raid stalled by Paul Kruger. The English campaign for Swiney’s release drew wide sympathy across factions and even entangled the king in the humane movement.
Standard Refinery in Casper announces a multi million dollar expansion including new pressure units, expanded steam and electrical plants, and a proposed bridge over the Platte River. Most capacity increases are expected online by July 24 if labor and material delays do not arise.
The report claims fourteen Japanese soldiers were killed and nine wounded in Chein as bandits were routed. The dispatch notes allied forces in pursuit as the enemy retreat.
An editorial argues for a central fire station and $110000 bond issue to improve fire protection in Cas per, stressing the need to prevent disasters and protect property. It urges voters to approve the bond on election day to shorten response times and strengthen preparedness.
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