24 Jun 1920
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
1
Dispatches describe near round-the-clock clashes as Sinn Feiners and Unionists fight in Londonderry. Armored cars with Lewis guns supported infantry against Sinn Fein sharpshooters along Bishop Street amid a city-wide state of terror and civilian fear.
Sacramento crowd greets U S Senator Hirai W Johnson returning from Chicago where he says he is not downcast by the Republican convention results. He recalls California and Sacramento gave him strong support and claims he fought to the last ditch without compromises.
Charles F. Murphy head of Tammany Hall accompanied by Governor Alfred Smith arrived in San Francisco but offered no remarks on politics or indictment. The New York delegation, detained by reporters, provided no statements as the event concluded with silence.
San Francisco reports a volunteer corps framing a convention plank on the Volstead Act. Chairman Cummings says the issue is modification not prohibition and the plank aims to reflect party views while seeking cabinet and President Wilson’s approval.
The Belfast Times reports Sinn Fein threats from the northwest and a rising lawless element in Londonderry. The city may become part of a larger crisis as rumors of attacks and widespread arming grow, risking civilian targets and broader civil strife.
Washington reports a new centrifugal machine gun with no explosive propellant undergoing secret testing at the Bureau of Standards. It reportedly fires about 14 000 shots per minute with 1200 feet per second muzzle velocity at 11 000 rpm, offering near noiseless operation and adjustable range through motor driven shafts.
Census data show Philadelphia, the old Quaker metropolis, maintaining growth to about 1,823,150 residents, ranking third in the United States. The decade saw a steady rise from 1790 figures, with the city extending its population climb.
Sheriff Smalley charges State Board of Charities and Reform with failing to fund guards who transport prisoners to the state penitentiary leaving sheriffs to cover costs out of pocket. He asserts paying guards 70 to 80 dollars and seeks redress against the state.
Washington June 24 Senator Harding moved to shape his acceptance address while outlining a campaign schedule. He will spend much of July crafting the keynote with party leaders and travel from Washington to Marion Ohio for the speech. Formal campaign committee meetings were unresolved and no date was set for the first executive session.
June 23 Carter Glass of Virginia, chosen for the Democratic convention resolutions committee, arrives from Washington and holds talks with delegates on the platform. He declines to outline plank specifics or reveal any new White House guidance. Dinner with Homer S. Cummins and Cordell Hull signals ongoing platform deliberations amid speculation on prohibition.
Governor Robes announced Tennessee will convene a special legislature to act on the federal suffrage amendment. The aim is to ratify the amendment in time for Hewennett to vote in November, following President Wilson signals and federal demand.
At the imperial session in Portland, Es ten A. Fietelier of Rochester New York was elected imperish outer guard. Hillis Lewis Garretson of Tacoma was named another ceremonial officer while all others were relocated by one rank in the ceremonial division.
Washington reports a plan by wool growers and bankers, endorsed by the Federal Reserve Board, to allow shipments with drafts secured by a bill of lading. The move aims to stabilize the market amid a perceived revolt against high clothing prices and an oversupply of wool.
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