Harding and Cox Clash Over League of Nations
Oct 7 reports show Senator Harding urging rejection of the Versailles League covenant while Governor Cox in Ohio and Tennessee pressed support for the League. Harding, speaking in Des Moines and Omaha, said he would stay in or out based on national security. Cox acknowledged the League issue, stating he favors the League, and urged clarity on Harding’s position after touring the West. The discussions touched on Ireland Germany and minority policy.
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Versaille League of Nations
Iowa
Nebraska
League
Js League
Ashville
Tenn
Cox
Ohio
League of Nations
Cox Note Light on Ohio Probe Reveals Details
Senators Pomerene and Edge sought light on a 5000 dollar note given by Governor Cox on August 16 1917 to the Dayton National Bank and paid by Dayton Metal Products on June 29 1918. Testimony shows limited knowledge of disposition of proceeds and payment reasons in a broader aviation industry inquiry.
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Ohio
Pomerene
Edge
Senate
J. M. Cox
Pond National Bank
Thin City
Dayton Metal Products Company
Cox
Marviner
New York
Scudder
B. B. Talbot
Dayton Metal Auds Company
Talbot
Tall
Deeds
Dayton-Wright Aircraft Company
Dayton Metal Products
Denton Murder Confession Shocks Officers in Kidnapping Case
Joseph Rodriguez in custody for May Villareal kidnapping in San Francisco confessed to killing J. C. Denton, a Los Angeles mining promoter, claiming he and Lou Holler strangled Denton on June 6 or 8 in the presence of other witnesses. Captain John O’Mera reported the motive and details.
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Joseph Rodriguez
May Villareal
J. C. Denton
Los Angeles
John O'Mera
Rodrigues
O'Mera
Rodriguez
Lou Holler
Denton
Sete Angel Gale Rodrigues
Wide Oil Blast Kills Eight, Injures Dozens In Brooklyn Dock
At Shewan dry dock in Brooklyn a violent blast aboard the British steamer G. R. Crow tore a hole in the starboard side. Eight dead and 30 to 40 injured as workmen during repairs cried for ladders and were rescued from the smoke filled hold. Authorities, including the Department of Justice, launched an investigation into the explosion aboard the 2046 ton ship built in 1907.
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York
G. R. Crow
Shewan Dry Dock
Brooklyn
Fire On Io
Deuk
Department of Justice
Osion
Police Department
Thomas Fox
Starr
T. Murphy
Crewe
G. Starr
Dundee
Scotland
Collingwood
Ontario
Montesuma Transportation Company of
Toronto
League in Prevent Mexican War Debate Stirs PSTON
Fragmented copy shows a heated discussion over U.S. policy toward Mexico with references to Morg and Morgthau and concerns about international involvement. Speakers warn against delaying action until after official confirmation and stress a free hand for possible war.
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Henry Morgthau
Mexico
United
League Nations
Mr. Fouthall
Poles and Lithuanians End Hostilities
Warsaw reports ceasefire in the Polesh and Lithuanians conflict as the mission tied to the Polish Lithuanian quarrel arrives at Suwalki the next day.
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Riga
I aigan government tense awaiting Diaz removal
Felix Diaz is held at oral headquarters amid government jitters and talks of his removal. Diaz protests his treatment while negotiations with the government reportedly include terms for his possible departure within months, details kept confidential.
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Iaigan
Diaz
Twenty five Found Guilty of Plotting Many Assassinations
Cairo reports 25 members of the Vengeanod gang convicted of conspiracy in an anti-British plot to assassinate political figures. Four defendants were acquitted. Notable convict Abdul Rahman Bey Fahny, a former provisional governor, is named among those charged. The group allegedly carried out attempted murders and preached sedition, operating with strict secrecy.
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Cairo
Vengeanod Gang
Adbul Rhamen Bey Fahny
Laem
Waa
Voters Register Totals 364 at Burlington First Ward Depot
Registrations at the Burlington depot for the First Ward total 364, according to clerks' report issued last night.
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Burlington Depot
First Ward
Local fragment notes Saturday event details
Fragmentary OCR references a Saturday program or sale with partial dates and locations. Missing names and specifics limit clarity, but the item implies a civic or community activity with a scheduled time and venue.
Cleveland Indians to be feted on homecoming in series with Brooklyn
Cleveland plans a large welcome as the Indians, AL champions, return for a four game set with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Mayor Fitzgerald issues a proclamation urging city pride and a noon siren salute to back the team.
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Weland
Brooklyn
Cleveland Indians
Grampions
Atyries
Cleveland
Fitzgerald
Prolific Spanish Author Miguel de Pawlacioc Dies
MADRID October 7 Miguel de Pawlacioc a widely known author dies He was born in Manila and during his career published more than 300 works In public life he gained fame for his prolific output and literary influence.
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Madrid
Miguel de Pawlacioc
Manila
White 16YearOld Admitted to Marine Corps by General’s Order
Major General John A. Le Jeune authorized the enlistment of a 16 year old at Fort Wayne recruiting to serve as an apprentice in the marines. The youth is the son of Captain H A Duemling of the medical corps U S Army and measured reportedly as a potential recruit under the age minimum. The case reflects medical and military expert guidance on height and weight for sea soldiers.
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Washington, D. C
John A. le Jeune
Fort Wayne
Ind
Atyuon
H. A. Duemling
Medicnl Corps
U. S. Army
Plane last reported at St. John on Oct. 7
The report notes Lockie's plane was last detected at St. John on October 7. Details are sparse, with no further location or condition information available at this time. Officials are continuing to track the aircraft and assess the situation.
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Lockie
St. John
National Debt Reduction Plans With New Treasury Certificates
Secretary Houston forecast further reductions in national and floating debt. A new series of treasury certificates will be issued dated October 16 and maturing in five months at 5.75 percent interest. The offering aims to net 100 million dollars with several hundred million of certificates to follow.
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Washington, D. C
Houston
Treasury
Counterfeiting Ring Halted in Philadelphia Raid
Secret service agents raided a Philadelphia printing plant suspected of producing thousands of counterfeit revenue stamps for cheap whisky and colored alcohol bottles. Authorities uncovered stamped labels and connections to three distillers. four individuals were held in $8,000 bail each after a hearing.
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Philadelphia
Secret Service
Threa
Reed Defense on Wilson Promise Cited by Senator Reed
Senator James A. Reed of Missouri issued a statement in Kansas City asserting that only copies of the original stenographic notes from the Paris peace conference remain in the possession of the State Department and a journal key. His remarks address the dispute between Spencer and Wilson over the authenticity of reports attributed to the president and secretary aid to Romania.
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Kansas City
James A. Reed
Missouri
State Department
Jock and Key
Cee Reed
Spencer
Wilson
Améry
Rumania
Guaranty Payments to Railroads Under Act End
Washington October 7 Officials say guaranty payments to railroads under the transportation act will end after Treasury War accounting. About $600,000,000 involved. carriers have received around $120,000,000 to date. The pending accounting will determine future obligations and whether roads must repay advances made prior to the cutoff.
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Washington
Lid
Treasury
Warwick
Tumulty Says No Record of Wilson Words in This Land
Washington reports Secretary Tumulty says there is no stenographic record of the eighth plenary session at the peace conference. He notes no such record exists in this country and questions Senator Spencer's claim of a promise to aid the American army and navy to Romania and Serbia.
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Washington
White House
Wilson
Spencer
Missouri
Romania
Serbia
Tumulty Wald
More Bloodshed in Ireland as Barrack Raids Renew Strife
Seven police barracks at Fokle Bat Clotra and Pomeroy in County Tyrone were attacked as anew violence flared in Ireland. Gunfire reported amid ongoing unrest and sectarian clashes.
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Ireland
Fokle
Bat Clotra
Pomeroy
County Tyrone
Roosevelt Declares Joy Over Harding Opposition to League
Franklin D. Roosevelt, the Democratic candidate, says he is glad Senator Harding opposes the league of nations and notes the die is cast. He cites newspaper quotes and criticizes Will Hays while predicting campaign momentum in the presidential race.
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Senator Harding
United States
League of Nations
Mr. Roosevelt
Harding
Senator Borah
Taft
Roosevelt
Will Hays
Mississippi River
Hays
Texas
Union
Harrison Accepts I CHICAGO League of Nations Speech
In Chicago on October 7 Senator Pat Harrison of the Democratic National Committee said the party accepts the issue and calls on supporters to back the League of Nations. He urged that the mass of American citizens favor world peace and the league over Senator Harding.
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Harrison
Chicago
Harding
Desee Pai
League of Nations
Pat. Harrison
Democratic Nationalian
C Committee
Democratic Party
Sons
Jane
League of Nations Idea
Revolutionary Strike Paralyzes Portugal
Reports from travelers arriving in Badajoz confirm a nationwide general strike in Portugal. Postal telegraph and telephone workers naval reserves bakers and dock laborers have ceased work and most railwaymen walked out though some local lines run. Officials believe the strike is revolutionary in character and government officials here await clearer guidance.
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Madrid
Portugal
Badajoz
Portuegese Legation
Merritt Hospital Loses Land Case
The U S Supreme Court dismissed an eminent domain action by Samuel Merritt Hospital against the City of Oakland California over waterfront property needed for a city dock system. The hospital valued the land at more than $500000.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Oakland
Calif
Samuel Merritt Hospital
Mondell Supports Harding Stance Against League of Nations
Representative Mondell endorses Harding’s rejection of the League of Nations in full. In a gymnasium speech he criticizes Article X and warns the proposed league could drag the United States into foreign entanglements. He urges independence and cautions about future dangers.
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Harding
League OF Nations
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