11 Mar 1924
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Newspaper
Cedar Valley Daily Times
Location
Vinton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1924
Page
1
A long editorial urges happiness through finding work you enjoy and doing it well. It contrasts busy, productive people with laziness, notes that pride in one’s ditch-digging work makes a better citizen, and argues life improves with purpose. It also riffs on humorous bets, politicians, and local Census oddities, ending with Benton County gravel road plans.
Solamen and Preston recount a perilous march past Dorches and a brigade from Putnam heading toward the city. General Washington meets the group at noon, honors Colonel Binkas with a medal, and urges bold action against the tyrants while echoing the maxim to help oneself.
Irving Bachellers dash through the Desh toward a cabin on the south road. Solomon halts and listens, signaling Jack to hide as they sense an unseen danger nearby. A brushpile is suggested as cover while they search for concealment.
Distorted chronicle describes Deston leaders seeking peaceful terms with Washigeron amid British threat, defending Chester Heights and New York, while American forces organize. It notes Congress declaring independence in June and ratification in August, with troops moving toward London and Brooklyn as defensive actions unfold.
President Coolidge sent a special message to Congress urging a 25 percent reduction on 1928 incomes. Republicans blocked a separate measure, arguing the 25 percent cuts were already in the general tax bill, while Democrats and insurgent Republicans fear it could trigger a presidential veto if moved separately.
Berlin reports a February 26 AT attempt aimed at Leon Trotzky, head of the Russian army, at the health resort Koishen Caucastia. A Menshevik named Ovarills allegedly fired three shots, wounding Trotzky in the thigh and knee and leaving him bedridden under guard.
Georgetown University seismograph records indicate a severe earthquake about 2000 miles south of Washington this morning. Observers cited instrument interference from heavy winds, with Father Tondorlff among those reporting the quake began around a specific time and reached a severe scale, causing notable activity at the monitoring site.
Washington March 11 Senators heard telegrams from Abbory Falk Doheny McLean and Harry Sinclair among others as committee members reviewed oil scandal files. Messages concern farm and company files from Three Rivers New Mexico where Fall ranch lies and alleged talks with Sinclair about Teapot Dome leasing negotiations.
Boston report says Charles Solomon known to police as king of dope ped ders, reh arreste d today in connection with the Los Angeles oil robbery after being released on bail. He faces a new trial on subornation of perjury charges after serving over a year of a five year Federal sentence at Atlanta. A new trial has been granted. Klan Candidates Beaten Davenport Ga Min Ti. Two candidates for the school board, alleged threats by the Wa Whix lag were defeated by a large margin yesterday in the school election.
Harrisburg Pa The state board of pardons today refused the first request in its history from a man who asked to take the place of another on the electric chair Walter J Kirkwood of Philadelphia asked to be allowed to replace Joseph B Trinkle the convicted murderer sentenced to be electrocuted in April
Washington March 11 Theodore Roosevelt leads the Navy as President Coolidge seeks a successor to Edwin Denby who resigned. Four candidates are named Curtis Willard Dixon Foss and Davidson with Roosevelts stance firm on not resigning yet. Rumors say he may quit after the new secretary is chosen and trained.
A terrific sleet and windstorm swept the Atlantic coast from Cape Hatteras to Nantucket, delaying traffic and causing damage. One man Max Nothin was killed when a rain driven car struck him. Many accidents were reported as wires froze, leaving Washington and nearby states with communication breakdowns. Weather warnings were issued from Delaware to Maine as ships were told to stay alert.
Colorado voters and party leaders in Colorado Springs predicted Calvin Coolidge would secure Colorado's 15 electoral votes at the national Republican convention in Cleveland. The state GOP gathered to name a national committeeman and delegates, reaffirming Colorado's tradition of sending unpledged delegation. Redmond Arrested Boston. Martine George F Redmond, treasurer, and James B Las Anont, president of the chased Go FL Redmond & Co. were arrested today on charges of using the midis Iyoofetraud Thos pleaded not guilty and were held in 10,000 bail each.
Washington dispatch says a “Public Trial” of attorney general Harry M. Daugherty looms as a senate committee prepares to hear explosive testimony. Subpoenas target Mortimer and several Texas oil figures while allegations of government stock gambling and plots to foment a Mexican revolt surface.
Des Moines Ia March 11 Final report and decision of steps to be taken against alleged gas gasoline trusts will be made at a meeting of the executive committees of the association at the Old Colony hotel Chicago Friday and Saturday Attorney General Ben J Gibson of Iowa a committee member will attend along with other members and a representative of Attorney General Paunghenry Results of searches into price increases will be reported and a detailed plan of attack drafted AGs Ekern Stillman Hilton have concluded a sharp probe into manipulations by large oil syndicates and state AGs will report findings from broadcast probes
Hospital attendants in Florida report steady improvement in the condition of Bishop Homer Stintz of Omaha Nebraska after a paralytic stroke during a lecture tenure last month. Doctors express belief he may be permanently paralyzed but anticipate gradual strength gains and possible hospital discharge within weeks.
A column titled Public Pulse invites letters from readers on public questions, urging signed submissions under 300 words. A writer describes a noisy Ford at odd hours near West Vine Street and Pier, noting late-night disturbances and hoping the best for the young man involved.
A letter raises issue over performing the Star Spangled Banner during a dance routine. The writer recalls loyalty to the flag from military service and questions whether using the anthem and U S flag imagery on stage is appropriate for a dance, seeking guidance on propriety and respect.
Short services were held for Miss Duuehe Strait who died in Cedar Lapis. Attending were Arnold Bardick of Cedar Rapids, Lyman Bardick of Iowa City, and others. School election results announced. community members listed. Freshman program at high school featured readings and a play. Several local residents noted for visits and moving arrangements.
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